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Tag: 1971

A polluted brook littered with trash, including tires, cans, plastic bags, and a shopping cart, surrounded by old houses and bare trees under a cloudy sky.
July 7, 1971July 19, 2026 georgenhs Environment, Nature, This Day In Norwood History

Neglect Threatens Traphole Brook-July 7, 1971

On July 7, 1971, environmental advocates warned that government negligence and illegal filling had turned Walpole and Norwood's pristine Traphole Brook into little better than an open sewer.

July 7, 1971July 19, 2026 georgenhs Bars & Restaurants, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Town Business and Planning Updates-July 8, 1971

At a meeting held on July 7, 1971, the Norwood Housing Authority received positive news regarding the proposed expansion of local housing for the elderly. Executive Director Lawrence J. O'Brien … Continue reading Norwood Town Business and Planning Updates-July 8, 1971

July 1, 1971July 30, 2026 georgenhs Music, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood High Senior Embarks on Tour of Great Britain-August 1, 1971

Norwood High School senior and baritone player Jeffrey Chesebrough joined 65 talented student musicians in the Massachusetts Youth Wind Ensemble for a five-concert tour across England and Scotland.

Teacher writing school budget details on chalkboard with students listening and thinking about funding issues
June 27, 1971July 19, 2026 georgenhs Legal Disputes, School Construction, This Day In Norwood History

Gridlock Over $6-Million Junior High Rebuilding Plan and Norwood Arena Noise-This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1971

A dual crisis hits Norwood in 1971 as a $6-million junior high deficit triggers political warfare and state experts condemn racetrack noise.

June 25, 1971July 19, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Public Schools, Real Estate Development, This Day In Norwood History, Town Government

Junior High Alternate Estimates Sought-June 25, 1971

A sharp debate divides Town Manager Walter Blasenak and finance officials over mounting unappropriated architectural fees for Boston design firms.

Attorney arguing in Massachusetts courtroom with judge and jury
June 25, 1971July 19, 2026 georgenhs Legal Disputes, Norwood Arena, Public Safety, This Day In Norwood History, Town Government

Master Allows Testimony In Norwood Arena Hearing-June 25, 1971

Abutters from Norton Drive and Deerfield Road testify that Saturday night stock car racing volumes make normal domestic conversation impossible.

June 21, 1971July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Low-Income Housing Site Search Continues-June 21, 1971

While Pellana Road plans are dropped after resident protests, the town advances an 80-unit Nahatan Street senior complex.

June 21, 1971July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Bridge Dedicated to Late Selectman John A. Abdallah-June 21, 1971

Family, friends, and state officials gather to honor a colorful leader who dedicated 40 years to Norwood.

June 16, 1971July 19, 2026 georgenhs Automile, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Auto Gets New Showroom-June 16, 1971

General Motors Executives Gather to Celebrate Norwood Auto Company's 50th Anniversary and Modern Facility Opening Norwood Auto Company, marking its 50th anniversary, was the scene of grand opening festivities with, … Continue reading Norwood Auto Gets New Showroom-June 16, 1971

June 16, 1971July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Eminent Domain Pond Taking Considered-June 16, 1971

A marathon Selectmen session brings high-profile legal standoffs over Norwood Arena noise limits alongside a $350,000 real estate deadlock.

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