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Tag: 1978

June 8, 1978July 19, 2026 georgenhs Fire, Fire Department, This Day In Norwood History, Town Government

Fire Chief’s Physical Fitness Program Sparks Union Friction-June 8, 1978

Labor tensions rise at the fire station as Union President Collins signals roll-call refusals against mandatory diagnostic health screenings.

June 7, 1978August 7, 2026 georgenhs Business, Gone But Not Forgotten, Restaurant, This Day In Norwood History

LaRosa Brothers Step Down from The Village Inn after 15 Years-June 7, 1978

A beloved Guild Square culinary staple prepares for a structural transition as its founding brothers head toward retirement after a 15-year run.

May 27, 1978July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Considers Limits on Yard and Garage Sales-This Day in Norwood History-May 27, 1978

Did you know that backyard yard sales were technically illegal in Norwood under a strict reading of 1970s zoning laws? To resolve a wave of neighbor complaints about perpetual weekend flea markets, town officials stepped in to draft a new permit system. Discover how close Norwood came to capping your summer garage sale finds.

July 29, 1976July 29, 2026 georgenhs Bars & Restaurants, Local Business History, This Day In Norwood History

Burger King Proposal Revived for Route 1 Site of Art Johnson’s Food Stand-July 29, 1976

A revived Burger King proposal for the Route 1 and Everett Street site of Art Johnson's food stand faced review by the Norwood planning board.

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