The Norwood building committee reviewed five alternate architectural plans for a new junior high school while exploring federal disaster aid.
Uptown Shoppers Mall Suggested in Norwood-September 7, 1966
Norwood selectmen and parking commissioners discuss urban renewal and the possibility of creating a pedestrian shoppers mall to combat downtown retail vacancies.
Ask Town Meeting on Industrial Park-September 7, 1966
Representatives of the development firm Cabot, Cabot & Forbes (CC&F) urged the Board of Selectmen last night to place an article before an early October special town meeting to pave … Continue reading Ask Town Meeting on Industrial Park-September 7, 1966
Neponset River Regional Anti-Pollution Study Committee Sets Public Hearing-August 31, 1966
In an ongoing regional effort to combat industrial waste discharge, the Neponset River Regional Anti-Pollution Study Committee—representing Norwood, Canton, Sharon, Walpole, and Foxboro—announced that a public meeting will be held … Continue reading Neponset River Regional Anti-Pollution Study Committee Sets Public Hearing-August 31, 1966
Polaroid Affirms Proposed Norwood Film Processing Complex Despite Watertown Expansion-August 31, 1966
Amid swirling local speculation, Polaroid Corporation officials have officially confirmed that the company's recent announcement to acquire a 53-acre site in Watertown will have no negative impact on its ongoing … Continue reading Polaroid Affirms Proposed Norwood Film Processing Complex Despite Watertown Expansion-August 31, 1966
State Traffic Engineers Investigate Missing Stop Sign Reports in Norwood-August 31, 1966
Local frustration over municipal traffic safety measures came to a head when town officials addressed long-standing delays regarding state approval for stop signs at key intersections. Commenting on the sluggish … Continue reading State Traffic Engineers Investigate Missing Stop Sign Reports in Norwood-August 31, 1966
Temple Shaare Tefilah Prepares for Historic Weekend Dedication and Relocation-August 31, 1966
556 Nichols Street, currently the Jain Center. After months of anticipation, Temple Shaare Tefilah is putting the finishing touches on its brand-new house of worship located at 556 Nichols Street, … Continue reading Temple Shaare Tefilah Prepares for Historic Weekend Dedication and Relocation-August 31, 1966
Charity Ball Proceeds Presented to Norwood Hospital for New Coronary Care Unit-August 31, 1966
Local healthcare efforts received a significant financial boost when representatives of the Norwood Hospital Women's Aid formally presented a $5,000 check to Hospital Administrator Charles A. Richardson. The funds were … Continue reading Charity Ball Proceeds Presented to Norwood Hospital for New Coronary Care Unit-August 31, 1966
Neponset St Residents Demand Police Crackdown and Radar Controls-August 29, 1966
A large delegation of Neponset Street residents is scheduled to appear before town officials tomorrow night to demand stringent policing, radar enforcement, and additional safety measures to combat escalating traffic … Continue reading Neponset St Residents Demand Police Crackdown and Radar Controls-August 29, 1966
St. Catherine’s to Honor Rev. Lane Prior to Peru Missionary Assignment-August 20, 1966
Family and parishioners will gather at St. Catherine of Siena Church for a special Mass and departure ceremony honoring Carmelite missionary Rev. James W. Lane before he leaves for Lima, Peru.