League Watchdogs and District Attorney Block Closed Maintenance Interviews A sweeping attempt to accelerate administrative appointments inside the local municipal infrastructure collapsed under legal scrutiny last night. The Norwood Housing … Continue reading Housing Authority Candidate Screening Halted-This Day In Norwood History-June 16, 1978
Opening Salvos Fired in School Budget Battle-This Day In Norwood History-June 15, 1978
A $126,000 budget variance, classroom ratio disputes, and proposals to redistribute students stir debate at Norwood Town Meeting.
Selectmen Divert Fire Truck Funds to Pellana Road Sewer-This Day In Norwood History-June 8, 1978
Municipal leaders face a tough infrastructure trade-off, electing to delay vital fire engine upgrades to eliminate persistent raw sewage backups in home cellars.
Fire Chief’s Physical Fitness Program Sparks Union Friction-This Day In Norwood History-June 8, 1978
Labor tensions rise at the fire station as Union President Collins signals roll-call refusals against mandatory diagnostic health screenings.
LaRosa Brothers Step Down from The Village Inn after 15 Years-This Day In Norwood History-June 7, 1978
A beloved Guild Square culinary staple prepares for a structural transition as its founding brothers head toward retirement after a 15-year run.
Henry O. Peabody School Graduates 130-This Day In Norwood History-June 18, 1977
Dr. Gerard Saunders Delivers Keynote Address Offering Six Practical Guidelines For Entering Working World "The time has come to prove yourselves," said Dr. Gerard Saunders, guest speaker at the Awards … Continue reading Henry O. Peabody School Graduates 130-This Day In Norwood History-June 18, 1977
Norwood Gets 3 Patrolmen On Transfers-This Day In Norwood History-June 23, 1976
Canton and Medfield officers return to their hometown to fill immediate vacancies on the Norwood police force.
Callaghan Of Norwood, Played Major League Ball-This Day In Norwood History-June 24, 1975
The retired Plimpton Press employee and Norwood High alumnus held a historic major league record from a legendary 1922 highest-scoring game.
Glimpse Of Victorian Era-This Day In Norwood History-June 19, 1975
A community open house highlights the brilliant, controversial legacy and European-inspired mansion of a local genius.
Firm To Lease Norwood Cinema-This Day In Norwood History-June 26, 1974
Downtown entertainment faces a major shift as a New York leasing firm takes over the Central Street cinema block, promising responsible local management.