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
Housing Authority and State Near Resolution Over Audit-August 30, 1977
Norwood housing authority officials near an agreement with the state over a critical audit, a new security committee tours town vandalism sites, and local pastor resigns.
Norwood High Senior Champions Student Rights on State Advisory Council-August 29, 1977
As a new academic year approaches, Norwood High School senior Brian Burt, 17, of 15 Field Brook Drive, is working to ensure that local students are aware of their legal … Continue reading Norwood High Senior Champions Student Rights on State Advisory Council-August 29, 1977
School Enrollment Drop Projected-August 27, 1977
Norwood schools prepare for an enrollment decline of 319 students
Police Arrest Eleven Following Incidents at Railroad Ave and Pumping Station-August 26, 1977
Norwood police arrested eleven individuals following two separate late-night disturbances near the Railroad Avenue Stop and Shop and the Route 1 Ellis pumping station.
Developer Frank Simoni to Build 150-Unit Low-Income Housing Project-August 26, 1977
Developer Frank Simoni is proceeding with 150 low-income housing units on Walpole and Wilson streets, while state officials pledge priority for a Route 1 median strip and confirm John Shea's firefighter appointment.
John Shea Appointed Full-Time Norwood Firefighter-August 24, 1977
After being dismissed from the police force due to an age technicality, John Shea was unanimously appointed as a full-time Norwood firefighter by selectmen.
Council on Aging Resists King Philip Elder Services Meal Program-August 24, 1977
Council on Aging President William Balfour opposed King Philip Elder Services meals for seniors, while South Norwood residents protested the proposed Pulse relocation to Washington Street.
Norwood Health Board Clashes With Director Over Restaurant Inspections-August 23, 1977
Norwood Health Board Chairman Kenneth Webber criticizes Public Health Director Bartley King over faulty restaurant inspection logs.
Dean Street Elderly Housing Project Refiled Under Chapter 40B as Board Seeks Attorney General Zoning Ruling-August 23, 1977
Developer Richard Vazza refiles his $2 million Dean Street elderly housing complex under Massachusetts Chapter 40B anti-snob zoning laws. The Norwood Appeals Board seeks an emergency ruling from the state attorney general to clarify conflicting zoning use variance powers.