🏥 In 1926, Norwood proudly invited the public to inspect its new hospital, a symbol of civic advancement.
🚒 In 1945, an 85-foot aerial ladder truck boosted the town’s firefighting capabilities.
🇺🇸 That same year, Norwood honored its WWII service members, reflecting deep community pride.
🛼 By 1962, Roll-Land Arena reopened after a fire, restoring a cherished hub for recreation and resilience.
Roll Land Opens New Arena Here September 14th-This Day In Norwood History-August 31, 1962
Roll Land Opens New Arena Here September 14th Roll Land had good news for all skating fans in New England this week when manager Charles Santoro announced that the brand-new … Continue reading Roll Land Opens New Arena Here September…
Norwood in 1945: A Community at the Crossroads of Peace
🇺🇸 Norwood in 1945: A Community at the Crossroads of Peace By the Norwood Historical SocietyCommemorating the lives, legacies, and local spirit of August 31, 1945, as captured in the … Continue reading Norwood in 1945: A Community at the…
Norwood In The Service-This Day In Norwood History-August 31, 1945
Lt. Keeler Killed In Plane Crash First Lieut. Carleton H. Keeler, 21, veteran overseas bomber pilot who early this week was reported missing on a flight from Iowa to Washington … Continue reading Norwood In The Service-This Day In Norwood…
New 85-Foot Aerial Ladder Truck Arrives-This Day In Norwood History-August 31, 1945
Norwood’s new 85-foot aerial ladler truck rumbled into town late Monday to take its place in the Norwood Fire Department as the most modern piece of fire-fighting equipment of its … Continue reading New 85-Foot Aerial Ladder Truck Arrives-This Day…
Norwood Hospital To Be Opened For Inspection-This Day in Norwood History- August 31, 1926
This Day in Norwood History- August 31, 1926-Norwood Hospital To Be Opened For Inspection
Racing Enterprise Threatens Legal Action Over Easement and Drag‑Racing Ban-This Day In Norwood History-June 12, 1969
A token $1 deal turned into a high-stakes legal battle. In June 1969, the owners of the iconic Norwood Arena threatened to sue the town, claiming a new drag racing ban and a massive power line easement were designed to…
Norwood’s Art Gulla Stepping Down After Two Decades‑This Day In Norwood History‑May 28, 1971
The end of a gridiron era. In the spring of 1971, Art Gulla announced his resignation as head football coach of the Norwood Mustangs after nine seasons at the helm and nearly two decades in the program. A former 1949…
Top Posts-April 2026
Top This Day in Norwood History Posts-April 2026 April brought a remarkable mix of Norwood stories to the forefront—historic milestones, neighborhood memories, architectural treasures, and snapshots of everyday life that … Continue reading Top Posts-April 2026
Norwood Baseball History
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The Naming of Norwood: A Story with More Questions Than Answers
Where did our wonderful town get its name? The question of how Norwood received its name has intrigued residents for more than 150 years. It is one of those local … Continue reading The Naming of Norwood: A Story with…
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