Norwood Animal Control Officer Rodak announced his retirement after five years, citing facility challenges on Everett Street and the emotional toll of euthanasia.
School Committee Tables Citizen Advisory Board Proposal To Close Schools-November 3, 1977
Rejecting an immediate vote on forming a citizen advisory committee for school closures, the Norwood School Committee opted to wait for next week's administration enrollment report.
Norwood Police Honor Retiring Patrolman David “Deke” DeCosta with Gala Celebration-November 2, 1977
After 34 years on the force, retiring Norwood beat cop Patrolman David "Deke" DeCosta will be honored with a retirement dinner and dance at Concannon’s Village.
Polaroid Studies Route 1A Access Road to Resolve Expansion and Traffic Concerns-November 2, 1977
Responding to resident protests over Nahatan Street traffic, Polaroid is studying a Route 1A access artery to clear the way for plant expansions that could grow employment to 5,000.
Steps Begun to Save Historic Lithuanian-American Club House from Demolition-November 1, 1977
Hiring a structural engineer and soliciting repair bids from local contractors, the Lithuanian-American Citizens Association has temporarily halted demolition proceedings on its 1913 clubhouse.
Dr. Karen Jaffe Goldstein Joins Norwood Hospital Staff as Speech Pathologist-October 31, 1977
Newly appointed Norwood Hospital speech pathologist Dr. Karen Jaffe Goldstein is helping stroke, neurological, and cleft palate patients recover their ability to communicate.
Temple Shaare Tefilah Welcomes Rabbi Moshe Birnbaum as New Spiritual Leader-October 27, 1977
Profiled by The Patriot Ledger, 30-year-old Rabbi Moshe Birnbaum brings international experience, scholarly background, and a focus on family continuity to Norwood's Temple Shaare Tefilah.
Selectmen Continue Public Hearing on Proposed Ground Round Restaurant at Former Harp & Bard Site on Route 1-October 26, 1977
Norwood selectmen continue public hearings on a proposed 585-seat Ground Round restaurant at the former Harp & Bard site on Route 1 amid complex legal and licensing debates.
Kline’s Manager Norm Treckman Predicts Trend Back to Downtown Shopping-October 25, 1977
Led by manager Norm Treckman, Kline's department store is doubling its retail footprint on Washington Street by expanding into the former Woolworth's building, betting on a downtown retail revival.
Norwood Football Coach John Doherty Named Patriot Ledger Coach of the Week-October 25, 1977
Embracing a wide-open passing offense, Norwood football coach John Doherty earned Patriot Ledger Coach of the Week honors as the undefeated Mustangs blanked Walpole 11-0.