🕰️ Norwood headlines across the decades: In 1948, the Grow family was ordered to vacate the VFW amid a housing crisis, and a surge in kindergarten enrollment led to double sessions. That same year, South Norwood merchants launched vibrant back-to-school ads. By 1962, a car found in town was linked to the Boston Strangler case, and in 1963, a shopping center hearing signaled commercial expansion. A whimsical 1897 “Talk of the Town” column captured everyday snapshots of local life.
Library Throws Book at Woman in Norwood-July 27, 1984
Susan Andrews became the first person arrested in Norwood for failing to return overdue books to the Morrill Memorial Library.
Top Posts From August (Part I)
in Part 1 of a two-part retrospective, we begin counting down the 50 most-read and most-loved entries this month- the stories that resonated most with our readers. These first 25 anniversaries stirred memories, honored legacies, and reminded us why Norwood’s…
This Day In Norwood History-August 21
🗓️ From aviation innovation and school expansion to decorative theater design and early driving laws, August 21 offers a dynamic snapshot of Norwood’s evolving story. Discover more from Norwood Historical … Continue reading This Day In Norwood History-August 21
This Day In Norwood History-August 20
Norwood’s August 20: A tennis champ crowned 🎾, hospital publication named 🏥, bold young women in business 💼, G.I. homes rise 🏡, midget car races roar 🏁, medics praised 🪖, … Continue reading This Day In Norwood History-August 20
This Day In Norwood History-August 19
🗓️ August 19 in Norwood History: Political shakeups, fire dept revamp, civic debates, and the town’s first Labor Day celebration. Discover more from Norwood Historical Society Subscribe to get the … Continue reading This Day In Norwood History-August 19
Dean Street Elderly Housing Project Refiled Under Chapter 40B as Board Seeks Attorney General Zoning Ruling-August 23, 1977
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
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
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
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
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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