🗓️ 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-This Day In Norwood History-August 24, 2018
This Day In Norwood History-August 24, 2018-Car Crashes Into Dunkin Donuts
Police Sergeant Exam Applicants: Norwood’s 1965 Civil Service Moment
👮 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-This Day In Norwood History-August 24, 1961
This Day In Norwood History-August 24, 1961-Bank Opening
1961 School Bus Routes Set-This Day In Norwood History-August 24, 1961
This lengthy article presents detailed information about the school bus routes for the 1961-1962 school year.
This Day in Norwood History-Talk Of The Town-August 24, 1961
These news items were the talk of the town on August 24, 1961
Mother-Daughter Duo Opens Accessible Rental-This Day In Norwood History-March 30, 2025
This mother-daughter duo runs a joyful, disability-friendly short-term rentalTravel presented challenges for those with disabilities, especially when searching for accommodations that met their needs.Mother and daughter Dara and Paige Adams … Continue reading Mother-Daughter Duo Opens Accessible Rental-This Day In…
In Memory of Timothy J. McDonough (February 21, 1965 – March 12, 2026)
A Life of Service, Community, and Unwavering Norwood Pride On March 12, 2026, the Town of Norwood lost one of its most dedicated public servants and most beloved neighbors with … Continue reading In Memory of Timothy J. McDonough (February…
Day Street
Day Street is one of Norwood’s richest historic corridors, home to some of the town’s most architecturally significant and culturally meaningful properties. Each house tells a different chapter of Norwood’s … Continue reading Day Street
Norwood Mourns Skating Club Members-This Day in Norwood History–January 29, 2025
Norwood Mourns Skating Club Members Lost in Washington, D.C. Mid‑Air Collision January 29 now carries a solemn weight in Norwood’s civic memory. On this day in 2025, a mid‑air collision … Continue reading Norwood Mourns Skating Club Members-This Day in…
2025 This Day In Norwood History: Industry & Workplaces Wrapped
A year of factories, shop floors, printing presses, ice cream plants, car lots, tanneries, department stores, and every workplace that helped build Norwood’s identity. Norwood’s history has always been written … Continue reading 2025 This Day In Norwood History: Industry…
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