On July 31

The town of Norwood has a link on their website with a schedule of upcoming roadwork in town. You can check it out here: http://www.norwoodma.gov/departments/engineering/current_projects.php Click here to browse our … Continue reading Did You Know? Norwood’s Roadways

⠀ A dilapidated 19th-century Victorian mansion at 46 Pleasant Street in Norwood has been brilliantly restored by owners Jacinta Murphy and Jim Murray, complete with eye-catching lion and unicorn statues.

Following a controversial forfeit rule in a summer tournament, Norwood coaches and Wayne Headley stepped in to arrange a special game for the Randolph team on July 31, 1992.

Norwood American Legion defeated Lowell 3-2 in a dramatic opening game of their state tournament series at Balch School Field, thanks to stellar pitching by sophomore Joe Montesano and a walk-off hit by pinch-hitter Scott Ivens.

Following rampant vandalism, late-night drinking, and brush fires near Callahan Elementary School, the Norwood School Committee voted to fund a $6,000 clearing project to eliminate a notorious youth hangout.

The dispute between the Norwood school committee and Security Transportation Inc., a transportation firm from Medford, Massachusetts, has reached a boiling point. The company filed a lawsuit against the committee … Continue reading School Committee’s Contract Dispute with Security Transportation…

The Norwood Recreation Department published complete enrollment lists for swimming and tennis classes across municipal pools and school courts for the fourth session running through August 15, 1980

The Norwood CATV Committee debated various public outreach strategies—including informational brochures, mail questionnaires, and shopping center booths—to gauge resident interest in cable television.

The Governor’s Council voted 6-2 to commute the life sentence of Peter W. Makarewicz of Norwood, who was convicted in 1955 for the murder of Geraldine Annese.

The Norwood School Committee approved a pilot transitional first grade and modified kindergarten at Balch School to address kindergarten screening results and language needs.

The Norwood Conservation Commission, led by Chairman Bettina Cottrell, launched a community search for scientific and legal associates to assist with open space and wetlands management.

Miss Barbara A. Jordan assumed her role as the new director of the Morrill Memorial Library, highlighting modern technological and professional shifts in library science.

On this day in July 1963, a harrowing incident unfolded at Father McAleer Pool, situated at the end of Vernon Street in Norwood. A 15-year-old youth, William Treeful, was swimming … Continue reading Norwood Youth Injured in Pool Accident-July 31,…

The Patriot Ledger’s July 31, 1963 edition brought forth a plethora of news stories that captivated the residents of Norwood and surrounding areas. Among these was the Parking Commission’s meeting … Continue reading Parking Proposals in Norwood-July 31, 1963

Legendary midget auto racing star “Bronco” Bill Schindler and teammate Mike Nazarach headlined the upcoming Monday race card at Norwood Arena on Route 1.

Fallen WWII servicemen Cpl. John E. Curran, Cpl. Joseph A. Selukas, and S/Sgt. Edward C. Erker were returned from England to Norwood for full military honors and burial.

Parishioners Pitch In To Build Baptist Parsonage

Norwood native Master Sgt. Sigyr R. Gustafson survived a tragic B-29 bomber crash off the coast of Southern Arabia during a historic round-the-world military flight.