On July 22, 1978, Rep. Gregory Sullivan and Sen. William Keating sponsored a bill to ban night flights at Norwood Airport, sparking opposition from the FAA and state officials.
Henry W. Diggs Vows to Support Superintendent Louis J. Taris if He Returns to Norwood School Committee-October 16, 1981
Former school committee chairman Henry W. Diggs announced last night that if he regains his seat on the committee in next year's election, he intends to vote to renew the … Continue reading Henry W. Diggs Vows to Support Superintendent Louis J. Taris if He Returns to Norwood School Committee-October 16, 1981
Thomas J. Barry Jr. Formally Accepts Appointment as Norwood Fire Chief-November 3, 1978
Following a cordial meeting with union executives and touring the station, El Cerrito fire chief Thomas J. Barry Jr. has officially accepted Norwood's fire chief position.
Californian Thomas J. Barry Appointed Norwood Fire Chief to Restore Department Harmony-November 2, 1978
Ending months of administrative friction, selectmen unanimously appointed El Cerrito fire chief Thomas J. Barry Jr. as Norwood's new fire chief.
State DPW Commissioner John J. Carroll Appointed Norwood Town Manager-November 1, 1978
Leaving the outgoing Dukakis administration, State DPW Commissioner John J. Carroll was appointed Norwood's new town manager by a 4-1 vote of the Board of Selectmen.
Retiring Congressman James Burke Bids Farewell to Federal Retirees at Norwood VFW Hall-October 31, 1978
Retiring 11th District U.S. Rep. James Burke reflected on his 20-year career, Medicare battles, and advocacy for seniors during an emotional farewell address to federal retirees in Norwood.
Norwood Residents Mobilize to Save Balch and Callahan Schools from Proposed Closure-October 31, 1978
More than 200 residents packed the Balch School cafeteria to protest a preliminary recommendation to close the Balch and Callahan elementary schools, organizing PTAs to lobby the School Committee.
Norwood High School Class of 1928 Celebrates 50th Anniversary Reunion-October 30, 1978
The first graduating class of the new Norwood High School celebrated its 50th anniversary Friday night with a 50-year reunion on Route 1, bringing together alumni from across the country.
Retiring Norwood Town Manager John P. Mogan Honored at Town Hall Reception-October 28, 1978
Surrounded by colleagues and town officials, retiring Norwood Town Manager John P. Mogan was honored at a Town Hall farewell reception after stepping down from his post.
Norwood Hospital Auxiliary Donates $40,000 for New Ultrasound Equipment-October 28, 1978
Presenting a $40,000 check at their annual meeting, the Norwood Hospital Auxiliary funded new ultrasound diagnostic equipment and celebrated over 50,000 hours of volunteer service.