Unanimous Vote Establishes Husband-Wife Co-Pastorship-October 18, 1980 A unique ministry begins tomorrow at 10 a.m. when the husband-wife team of The Rev. Ronald S. Farr and The Rev. Patricia Heaney … Continue reading Farrs Begin New Ministry as Co-Pastors of United Church of Norwood-October 18, 1980
Norwood Selectmen Vote 3-1 to Oppose Tax-Cutting Proposition 2 1/2-October 16, 1980
Grappling with the looming financial threat of a statewide tax-limitation ballot initiative, the Board of Selectmen voted 3 to 1 last night to officially go on record opposing Proposition 2 … Continue reading Norwood Selectmen Vote 3-1 to Oppose Tax-Cutting Proposition 2 1/2-October 16, 1980
Undefeated Norwood Dominates Framingham North 44-6 in Lopsided Bay State League Showdown-October 14, 1980
Paced by Rob Hill's opening kickoff return, John Doherty's precise passing, and defensive dominance, Norwood rolls over Framingham North 44-6.
Norwood Dentist Dr. Norton Fishman and Family Reflect on Volunteer Month at Israeli Kibbutz-October 13, 1980
Norwood dentist Dr. Norton Fishman, his wife Carol, and their three children share their transformative volunteer experience living and working on Israel's historic Kibbutz Kinneret.
Legendary Norwood High School Hockey Coach Don Wheeler Resigns After 20 Years-October 9, 1980
After 20 years at the helm, Norwood High School hockey coach Don Wheeler resigns, citing administrative friction, lack of a home rink, and contract disputes.
Norwood High Mustangs Shut Out Milton Behind Dominant Defense and Exceptional Linebackers-October 6, 1980
Norwood High School football shuts out Milton 18-0 behind a stellar defensive performance and standout games from linebackers Barry McDonough, Paul Cunningham, and Paul Dyer.
Police Chief James F. Curran Contemplates Retirement-October 6, 1980
Norwood Police Chief James F. Curran hints at retirement for health reasons, sparking a legal battle between the town manager and selectmen over appointment powers.
Project Hire Proposes Sheltered Piecework Program to Ease Financial Crunch for Norwood Seniors-October 3, 1980
Project Hire proposes a new piecework employment program to help Norwood senior citizens earn supplemental income while working at their own pace.
Proposition 2 1/2 Debate at Town Hall Sparks Heated Clash Over Tax Reform-October 2, 1980
Francis "Chip" Faulkner and State Rep. Gerald Cohen clash in a heated debate at Norwood Town Hall over the tax-cutting ballot initiative Proposition 2 1/2.
Professional Bagpiper and Scottish Highland Dancer Lezlie Paterson Brings Scottish Arts to Norwood-September 29, 1980
Professional bagpiper and certified Scottish Highland dancer Lezlie Paterson settles in Norwood on Walnut Avenue, bringing traditional Scottish arts and teaching to the local community.