Powered by a ferocious defense and stellar special teams play featuring blocked punts and fumble recoveries, Norwood defeats Framingham South 28-14.
A Profile of Longtime Norwood Selectman John A. “Alec” Abdallah-October 5, 1968
A profile of longtime Norwood Selectman John A. "Alec" Abdallah, exploring his family roots, political philosophy, and dedication to the town he calls the crown jewel.
140 Citizens Attend League of Women Voters Candidates Night at Norwood Junior High School-October 4, 1968
Approximately 140 citizens attend a League of Women Voters candidates night at Norwood Junior High School to hear state and county hopefuls debate welfare, veterans' preferences, and government size.
Retired Norwood Fire Chief Harry J. Butler Passes Away After 38 Years of Dedicated Service-September 16, 1968
Retired Norwood Fire Chief Harry J. Butler passes away at 70 after a 38-year career protecting the town; services planned at St. Catherine of Siena Church.
Miss Betty Eicke, 95, Former Norwood Hospital Superintendent and Nursing Leader-September 11, 1968
Memorial services are set for Betty Eicke, 95, former superintendent and director of nurses at Norwood Hospital who dedicated decades to nursing and hospital administration.
Town Meeting Approves Precinct Voting Plan and Polaroid Utilities Funding-September 10, 1968
Norwood town meeting approves a new six-district precinct voting plan, authorizes $105,000 for Polaroid utility lines, and establishes manufacturing buffer zones.
Norwood Tavern Loses License for Two Weeks Following Lottery Conviction-September 5, 1968
Norwood selectmen suspend the liquor license of Dundulis Lunch owner Stanley Wysocki for 14 days after his guilty plea in Dedham District Court for promoting a lottery.
School Committee Holds Open Sessions Following Executive Session Debate-September 5, 1968
School Committee Chairman John J. Cavanaugh sparks debate before opening union contract talks to the public, while Superintendent Philip O. Coakley reports improved elementary class ratios.
Acting Police Chief Warns Norwood Residents to Guard Against Holiday Burglars-August 30, 1968
As the Labor Day weekend approaches, Acting Police Chief James F. Lyden issued an urgent call for public cooperation to combat a surge in residential burglaries affecting the South Shore … Continue reading Acting Police Chief Warns Norwood Residents to Guard Against Holiday Burglars-August 30, 1968
Norwood Hospital Equipped to Broadcast Educational Medical Videotapes for Staff-August 14, 1968
Hospital administrator Charles A. Richardson announced that Norwood Hospital has installed video equipment to broadcast professional medical training tapes.