During the grand opening of Factory Mutual's new Route 1 training facility, Governor Edward J. King signed an executive order to slash state economic regulations and red tape.
Assistant Superintendent James R. Donovan Ending 43-Year Journey in Norwood School System-November 6, 1980
Marking the end of a 43-year career as a student, teacher, and administrator, Norwood Assistant Superintendent James R. Donovan announced his retirement effective December 31, 1980.
Robert H. Cook, Former Norwood Area Chamber of Commerce President and Boston Edison Union Pioneer, Dies at 87-October 16, 1987
Remembering Robert H. Cook, a dedicated Norwood civic leader, longtime Chamber of Commerce executive secretary, and influential utility union organizer.
Data Processing Budget Deficit and Special Town Meeting Headed to Norwood Warrant-September 10, 1980
Town Manager John J. Carroll reports a $54,700 data processing budget deficit, and assessors seek $16,000 for revaluation upkeep ahead of a planned special town meeting.
United Church of Norwood Welcomes Husband and Wife Ministry Team Rev. Patricia H. Farr and Rev. Ronald S. Farr-November 14, 1980
The United Church of Norwood will hold a covenant service and public reception for newly-elected co-pastors Rev. Ronald S. Farr and Rev. Patricia H. Farr.
South Norwood Tavernkeeper Maria A. Gil Fights Town Hall Citations While Recovering in Hospital-November 14, 1980
Hospitalized tavernkeeper Maria A. Gil defends her charitable work for disabled lodgers at Dundulis Lunch and 20 Austin Street while facing municipal license suspensions and upcoming district court trials.
Several Hundred Brave Chilly 40-Degree Weather for Norwood’s Veterans Day Parade-November 12, 1980
Norwood residents lined Washington Street to watch the Veterans Day parade, featuring the award-winning Mustang Marching Band, veterans' delegations, and ceremonies on the Town Square green led by George Thomas and Ernie Montrond.
It’s Time to Decide on Fate of Old High School-November 10, 1980
Facing Proposition 2½ and declining enrollments, Norwood school leaders are evaluating a 39-page NEASC report calling for urgent renovations to the high school, particularly its library media center.
Proposition 2 1/2 Puts Willett School Closing on Hold-November 6, 1980
Facing potential budget reductions of up to $1 million from Proposition 2 1/2, Norwood school officials have placed the scheduled closure of Willett Elementary School on hold pending a comprehensive K-12 system review.
Undefeated Norwood Mustangs Rout Framingham South 35-8 to Improve to 7-0-November 3, 1980
Powered by John Doherty's arm and legs and a suffocating defense, Norwood High's football team cruised to a 35-8 victory over Framingham South to remain undefeated.