On July 29

Do you have photos or videos of the demolition work at Norwood Hospital you would like to share? Please send them to us! Include your name and the date they … Continue reading Norwood Hospital Demolition-July 29, 2022

The Norwood Senior Bowling League has been a staple in the community for decades, providing seniors with a fun way to stay active. Meet the league members who make it happen.

Village Automotive owner Ray Ciccolo announces the purchase of Central Auto Group’s Saab dealership, renaming it Saab of Norwood

Jean M. Taylor of 11 Monroe St. in Norwood won a $682,219 share of the $4.77 million Massachusetts Megabucks jackpot after purchasing a ticket at Pam’s Market.

Norwood Hospital addressed community concerns regarding the effects of toxic wastes. The hospital’s swift action and provision of facilities for sampling blood from residents earned praise from State Health Commissioner … Continue reading Norwood Hospital’s Response to PCBs Case Praised-July…

The Norwood School Committee supported SNCARC’s plan to lease space at the former Willett School building on Westover Parkway for a 12-town habilitation center.

Quadriplegic advocate John F. Rockett dedicated his life to advancing accessibility, raising $27,000, and championing disability awareness programs in Norwood.

Appearing before selectmen, Codman Road resident Joseph Thibault reported ongoing issues with underage drinking and parking violations near Ellis Playground.

John Shalbey, president of Rojo car wash on Route 1, organized a community-backed cleanup drive for the Subway Hill and Dean Street railroad bridges in South Norwood.

Following a massive fire that took firefighters over 12 hours to extinguish, Star Market withdrew its permit request to store recycled cardboard at University Avenue.

Tensions flared between local pilots and the Norwood Airport Commission over board representation, runway repairs, and airport parking regulations.

Fire Chief Thomas J. Barry Jr. asked state Rep. Gregory Sullivan to file legislation establishing a 12-to-15 member call firefighter force in Norwood.

The state DEQE confirmed that orange-colored seepage at Norwood Park South is harmless iron leachate originating from decades of former waste disposal by Bird and Son Co.

Facing budget cuts that eliminated student field trips, the Norwood School Committee voted to appeal to the Finance Commission and special town meeting for restoration funds.

A revived Burger King proposal for the Route 1 and Everett Street site of Art Johnson’s food stand faced review by the Norwood planning board.

The summer of 1976 was a time of great change and uncertainty for the town of Norwood, Massachusetts. As the nation celebrated its bicentennial, local residents were grappling with issues … Continue reading Norwood Board Rejects Blue Hills Collaborative-July 29,…

At 67, retired Raytheon engineer Waldo H. Nason volunteers his time driving Norwood’s senior citizen mini-bus while remaining active in local politics.

Norwood’s new dump regulations, spearheaded by Olga A. Abdallah, introduced permit requirements and commercial fees that generated $1,000 weekly.

The Patriot Ledger reported on Norwood School Committee discussions regarding $10,000 in satellite school oven upgrades to improve the federal Type A lunch program.

Representative David Ahearn led opposition against a Boston Edison Company rate hike that threatened Norwood residents with $300,000 in added costs.

Norwood selectmen discussed abandoning Willett Parkway to clear access roads, while Barcolene Inc. proposed a new Lennox Street plant amid local zoning debates.

Two police sergeants and six patrolmen took the Civil Service examination for lieutenant, competing for a starting salary of $7,103.25.

This Day In Norwood History-July 28, 1965-Two Norwood Patrolmen Bitten In Struggle With Youthful Break Suspect

John Macchi, founder of Macchi Bros. Furniture & Appliance Co. one of the oldest appliance and furniture stores in Norwood and vicinity, has announced his retirement from the furniture business. … Continue reading John Macchi Retires From Furniture Business Here-July…

This Day In Norwood History-July 29, 1965-Debonnaires Turn To Residents For Aid In Fund Campaign

Jan Miernyk, 7 years old, and his sister Judy, 3 years old, are the children of Mr. and Mrs. William Miernyk of 2 Cambridge Road, Norwood. Mr. Miernyk Is a … Continue reading Young Guys And Dolls-July 29, 1955

Norwood residents protested a $2.3-million high-voltage power line proposal at a selectmen’s meeting, raising concerns over property values and eminent domain.

This Day In Norwood History- July 29, 1944-Capt. Edward Dyer Trains Mule-packing Medics for Mountain War

This Day In Norwood History-July 29, 1939-Buildings Are Being Razed Clearing Site For Convent