A comprehensive daily compilation of historical news from Norwood, Massachusetts on August 3. Featuring stories of town planning, public safety efforts, regional transportation, local achievements, and community concert traditions.
Norwood Zeroes In On School Vandals-August 3, 1977
A newly formed blue‑ribbon security committee convened to confront a surge of costly vandalism at Norwood’s public schools. Members reviewed structural, technological, and community‑based deterrents while assigning formal research duties for a comprehensive townwide response.
Newly Elected Selectman Walter J. Dempsey Undertakes Diplomatic Mission to Norwood, England for Queen’s Jubilee-October 12, 1976
Newly elected selectman Walter J. Dempsey acts as an unofficial diplomat in England, arranging a joint transatlantic tree-planting ceremony with Norwood, England, for Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee.
Charlie Joseph, Beloved “Charlie Bananas,” Returns to South Norwood with His Produce Truck-October 11, 1976
After being forced out of his longtime spot by neighborhood disputes, South Norwood produce vendor Charlie Joseph ("Charlie Bananas") sets up on a private Dean Street lot to keep selling.
Runeberg Lodge Hangs On: Scandinavian Heritage Dies Hard in Norwood-October 8, 1976
Facing declining membership, Norwood's Runeberg Lodge on Wilson Street fights to keep Scandinavian culture, traditions, and social gatherings alive in 1976.
Northrop Corp. Dedicates $5 Million Facility Addition on Morse Street in Norwood-October 8, 1976
Governor Michael Dukakis and Northrop President Dr. Thomas O. Paine dedicate a $5 million expansion at Norwood's Morse Street plant, boosting high-tech jobs and aerospace manufacturing.
Walter J. Dempsey Scores Resounding Comeback Victory in Special Selectman Election While Overseas-October 6, 1976
Walter J. Dempsey stages a stunning political comeback, winning a special Board of Selectmen election by a landslide while vacationing in London.
Norwood Co-Operative Bank Prepares for Striking Move to Modern New Quarters at Central and Park Streets-October 4, 1976
As assets approach $55 million, the Norwood Co-Operative Bank prepares to move into a striking, modern $1 million headquarters at Central and Park Streets featuring an indoor garden.
Norwood’s “Combat Zone”?-September 21, 1976
Norwood selectmen vote 3-1 to freeze all new liquor licenses in response to community protests over South Norwood barroom disturbances and public drinking.
Norwood Hospital Weighs Civic Center Expansion, Light Meter Tampering Under Investigation, MDC Wastewater Plant Sites Debated-September 17, 1976
Norwood Hospital trustees prepare for an October 27 decision on acquiring the Civic Center site for expansion, while town officials investigate light meter tampering and review MDC wastewater plant sites.