Eleven Norwood police officers receive town commendations and heroism medals for capturing two armed suspects following a shootout during the Sept. 6 Needham National Bank robbery.
Toying With Balloons No Big Puff To Him-September 17, 1974
Norwood resident Thomas J. Danaher directs Air Force scientific balloon operations at Hanscom Field, advancing stratospheric research and ozone pollution monitoring.
Masked Duo Rob Needham National Bank Branch on Route 1A-September 16, 1974
Two masked robbers use an iron battering ram to smash into the Needham National Bank branch on Route 1A, escaping with night deposits in the second holdup at the location this year.
Zoning Board Rejects Kennel Variance for Sole Dog Officer Applicant, Leaving Animal Control Post Vacant—September 14, 1974
Norwood Zoning Board of Appeals rejects a kennel variance for sole dog officer applicant Paul M. Treeful, as an ongoing employment dispute with former officer Angelo Iodice continues.
Norwood Theatre Workshop Recruits Actors for Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap”-September 14, 1974
Norwood Theatre Workshop seeks actors of all ages, especially men over 30, for a Thanksgiving staging of Agatha Christie’s classic murder mystery "The Mousetrap."
Norwood Novice Upsets Political Veterans to Capture Dem Nomination for State Rep-September 11, 1974
Twenty-two-year-old Harvard graduate William S. Sullivan defeats a field of six to win the Democratic primary for state representative in the 17th Norfolk District.
41 Percent Voter Turnout in Norwood Primary-September 11, 1974
Warm weather and a competitive seven-way Democratic primary drive a 41 percent voter turnout in Norwood, while neighboring Wellesley battles electronic voting delays.
Planning Board Considers Elderly Housing Zones, Trailer Ban, and Rizzo Duplex Development-September 10, 1974
Norwood Planning Board reviews housing authority plans for 104 elderly housing units, Building Inspector Grover's trailer ban, and Robert L. Rizzo's Dean Street duplex project.
Norwood Adult Education Program Launches Fall Schedule-September 5, 1974
Superintendent Philip O. Coakley announces Norwood's fall adult education schedule featuring over 30 enrichment courses and high school equivalency diploma classes.
Board Acts on South Norwood Bar Conditions and School Opening Schedule-August 28, 1974
Norwood selectmen respond to resident complaints by boosting police oversight for South Norwood bars, announcing 1974 school schedules, and celebrating a successful muscular dystrophy skate-a-thon.