We want to know- what was your favorite story this month? Here are the top posts for March 2023: March 3, 1955-Peter Makarewicz Goes on Trial Next Monday in Murder … Continue reading Poll-Favorite “This Day In Norwood History” Article of March 2023
Poll-Favorite “This Day In Norwood History” Article of February 2023
We want to know- what was your favorite story this month? Here are the top posts for February 2023: In Memoriam-John J. Carroll House Styles Found in the Christian Hill … Continue reading Poll-Favorite “This Day In Norwood History” Article of February 2023
I-95 Construction Transforms Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-May 23, 1969
In May 1964, the Neponset Valley echoed with the sound of dynamite and pile drivers. Discover the human stories of the "construction bums" and veteran engineers who moved rivers and carved through ledge to build the stretch of I‑95 that redefined travel in Norwood.
Norwood Aviator Conducts America’s First Bombing Tests-This Day In Norwood History-June 11, 1964
A Norwood resident looks back on the daring early years of American aviation, including Boston Harbor bombing tests and the challenges of flying primitive machines.
Debonnaires Turn To Residents For Aid In Fund Campaign-This Day In Norwood History-July 29, 1965
This Day In Norwood History-July 29, 1965-Debonnaires Turn To Residents For Aid In Fund Campaign
Norwood Is Host To Crew Of Norse Sailing Vessel-This Day In Norwood History-July 28, 1964
This Day In Norwood History-July 28, 1964-Norwood Is Host To Crew Of Norse Sailing Vessel
Braves Win LL Pennant On 6-1 Victory Over Indians-This Day in Norwood History-July 8, 1964
This Day in Norwood History-July 8, 1964-Braves Win LL Pennant On 6-1 Victory Over Indians
Debated Hockey Report Approved-This Day In Norwood History-June 8, 1964
A four-hour executive session log sparks a bitter 4-3 split on the school board, exposing a deep clash over administrative power and stadium safety.
Norwood School Board Wrangle On Meeting‑This Day In Norwood History‑May 28, 1964
In the spring of 1968, a complex regional debate over civil unrest threatened to strip Norwood of its oldest firefighting lifelines. When the Board of Selectmen voted to sever its mutual-aid agreement with Boston, one lone voice stood up to defend the town's industrial core. Look back at the high-stakes dispute over regional public safety.
10,000 Watch Norwood Air Show-This Day In Norwood History-May 25, 1964
LITTLE PILOTS — Susan Buglisi and John Eagan for awhile yesterday played pilot in one of the many aircraft on display at the Norwood Lions Club Air Show at Norwood … Continue reading 10,000 Watch Norwood Air Show-This Day In Norwood History-May 25, 1964