🗓️ August 24 in Norwood History: From a 1920 auto chase to a 2022 hospital demolition, today marks milestones in civic growth, sports, education, and community pride. Highlights include the 1947 class reunion, Butch Songin’s football return, a 1936 pool dedication, and the 2018 Dunkin’ crash.

Car Crashes Into Dunkin Donuts-August 24, 2018

Car Crashes Into Dunkin Donuts-August 24, 2018

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This Day In Norwood History-August 24, 2018-Car Crashes Into Dunkin Donuts

Husband Arrested and Charged with First-Degree Murder-August 24, 1982

Husband Arrested and Charged with First-Degree Murder-August 24, 1982

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Walenty C. Gil was arrested and charged with the first-degree murder of his estranged wife, Maria Gil, and Frank Doherty following a stabbing at a Washington Street bar.

Police Sergeant Exam Applicants: Norwood’s 1965 Civil Service Moment

Police Sergeant Exam Applicants: Norwood’s 1965 Civil Service Moment

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👮 Police Sergeant Exam Applicants: Norwood’s 1965 Civil Service Moment 📝 The Announcement In August 1965, the Massachusetts Civil Service Commission informed Norwood’s Board of Selectmen that five local officers … Continue reading Police Sergeant Exam Applicants: Norwood’s 1965 Civil…

Bay State Bank Opening-August 24, 1961

Bay State Bank Opening-August 24, 1961

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This Day In Norwood History-August 24, 1961-Bank Opening

1961 School Bus Routes Set-August 24, 1961

1961 School Bus Routes Set-August 24, 1961

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This lengthy article presents detailed information about the school bus routes for the 1961-1962 school year.


Dean Street Elderly Housing Project Refiled Under Chapter 40B as Board Seeks Attorney General Zoning Ruling-August 23, 1977

Dean Street Elderly Housing Project Refiled Under Chapter 40B as Board Seeks Attorney General Zoning Ruling-August 23, 1977

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Developer Richard Vazza refiles his $2 million Dean Street elderly housing complex under Massachusetts Chapter 40B anti-snob zoning laws. The Norwood Appeals Board seeks an emergency ruling from the state attorney general to clarify conflicting zoning use variance powers.

Norwood Scrapbook-August 3

Norwood Scrapbook-August 3

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A comprehensive daily compilation of historical news from Norwood, Massachusetts on August 3. Featuring stories of town planning, public safety efforts, regional transportation, local achievements, and community concert traditions.

Traffic Concerns Stall Zoning Board Hearing on Proposed Caldor Shopping Center on Route 1-July 30, 1980

Traffic Concerns Stall Zoning Board Hearing on Proposed Caldor Shopping Center on Route 1-July 30, 1980

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A zoning board hearing for the proposed $3 million Caldor shopping center on Route 1 was continued to August 19 as developers Bronson & Hutensky worked to finalize safe traffic access through Park Place Industrial Park.

Library Throws Book at Woman in Norwood-July 27, 1984

Library Throws Book at Woman in Norwood-July 27, 1984

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Susan Andrews became the first person arrested in Norwood for failing to return overdue books to the Morrill Memorial Library.

Appeals Board Postpones Decision On Norwood Golf Course Proposal-July 26, 1973

Appeals Board Postpones Decision On Norwood Golf Course Proposal-July 26, 1973

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The Norwood appeals board postponed a decision on developer Frank R. Simoni’s proposed 97-acre golf course near Access Road, requesting a certified site plan.


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