Junior quarterback John Doherty throws three touchdown passes to lead Norwood High football to a 20-6 victory over Milton in Bay State League play.
Rain Moves Norwood Art Association’s Second Annual Fall Exhibit Indoors to Morrill Memorial Library-October 1, 1979
Rain forces the Norwood Art Association's second annual fall exhibit indoors to the Morrill Memorial Library, drawing hundreds of visitors and lively voting for local artists.
Norwood Native Greg Donahue Emerges as Top NFL Prospect at University of New Hampshire-September 29, 1979
Norwood native and UNH star linebacker Greg Donahue overcomes long odds to emerge as a top NFL draft prospect, following in the footsteps of collegiate greats.
Norwood High School PTA Seeks Renewed Engagement Amid Declining Membership-September 28, 1979
Norwood High School PTA President Ethel Hanley appeals for parent involvement amidst declining high school PTA membership and changing social roles.
Nassau Gardens Tenants Successfully Convert Complex Into Tenant-Owned Cooperative-September 24, 1979
Nassau Gardens residents successfully purchase their Route 1 apartment complex from HUD to form a 204-unit tenant cooperative
Retired Detective Sergeant Arthur J. Groh Honored at Walpole Testimonial-September 17, 1979
Retired Norwood Detective Sergeant Arthur J. Groh is honored for 29 years of police service during a testimonial dinner at the Boylston Verein Club.
Norwood Selectmen Discuss Public Smoking and Health Hazards-September 17, 1979
Norwood selectmen Martin Lydon and Walter Dempsey discuss public smoking and personal health battles against tobacco use.
Ambrose Kelly Renews Criticism Over Norwood Hospital Civic Center Purchase-September 17, 1979
Former Finance Commissioner Ambrose J. Kelly revives opposition to Norwood Hospital's purchase of the Civic Center, arguing promised replacement facilities have not materialized
Prescott School Security Roadway Proposal Sparks Opposition from Residents &PTA-September 14, 1979
Prescott School neighbors and the PTA oppose a security committee proposal to pave a perimeter roadway for police patrols, citing student safety and vandalism concerns.
Building Inspector’s Staffing Request Fails in 3–2 FinCom Vote-September 12, 1979
Norwood Finance Commission transfers $1,063 to the fire department vacation account after reviewing shift schedules submitted by Fire Chief Thomas J. Barry Jr.