Health board records show over half of Norwood's food establishments went uninspected since 1975, sparking friction between members and a possible resignation threat from Health Director Bartley J. King.
Planning Board Recommends Dropping Route 1 to I-95 Connecting Road for Norwood Arena “Park Place” Industrial Park-September 13, 1977
Norwood Planning Board votes to drop a proposed Route 1 to I-95 connecting road for the Norwood Arena "Park Place" industrial park following state DPW feedback.
Board of Health Reverses Decision and Agrees to Release Food Service Establishment Inspection Reports-September 13, 1977
Norwood Board of Health votes unanimously to release food service establishment inspection reports to the press following a ruling by state public records officials.
TSgt. O’Leary Honored with Street Corner Memorial After 32 Years-September 12, 1977
Norwood dedicates the intersection of Dean and Pleasant Streets to World War II airman T. Sgt. James T. O'Leary, fulfilling a 32-year wish for his 82-year-old mother, Mary F. O'Leary.
Selectman Dempsey Promotes Full Town Subsidy for Household Smoke Detectors-September 9, 1977
Norwood Selectman Walter J. Dempsey proposes a town-funded program to install smoke detectors in every local household, backed by residents recovering from a major house fire.
Citizens’ Group Keeps Recall Threat “On Hold” Awaiting Action on Civic Center Replacement-September 9, 1977
Opposition leaders Ambrose J. Kelly and Jeannette M. Troiano state that a recall petition drive against Norwood selectmen remains an active option if replacement Civic Center plans stall.
South Norwood Flats Celebrated as a “Vandalism Oasis”-September 2, 1977
Strong Community Pride and Family Ties While public property vandalism costs Norwood nearly $100,000 annually and has driven town officials to consider drastic security measures like alarms, guard dogs, and … Continue reading South Norwood Flats Celebrated as a “Vandalism Oasis”-September 2, 1977
Kline’s Announces Major Expansion into Woolworth’s Space-September 2, 1977
The uptown shopping district is slated for a major retail transformation by the Christmas holiday season as Kline's Department Store, located at 678 Washington Street, undertakes a comprehensive expansion and … Continue reading Kline’s Announces Major Expansion into Woolworth’s Space-September 2, 1977
Roller Skaters Roll Up $3,200 in 24-Hour Skate-A-Thon for Muscular Dystrophy-August 31, 1977
Endurance, enthusiasm, and a whole lot of wheels came together at Roll-Land as approximately 30 dedicated skaters successfully completed a grueling 24-hour skate-a-thon, raising at least $3,200 for the Jerry … Continue reading Roller Skaters Roll Up $3,200 in 24-Hour Skate-A-Thon for Muscular Dystrophy-August 31, 1977
Town Requests Bids for Audio-Activated Alarm System Trial at George F. Willett School-August 31, 1977
Seeking proactive solutions to combat recurring vandalism, the town manager's office has officially requested bids for furnishing and installing an advanced audio-activated alarm system at the George F. Willett School … Continue reading Town Requests Bids for Audio-Activated Alarm System Trial at George F. Willett School-August 31, 1977