Selectmen Spar Over Fat Paychecks Following Around-The-Clock Housebreak Investigation One policeman got $536 in overtime pay last week. Another got $337. And two selectmen say that’s too much. "It’s not … Continue reading Police Overtime Pay Causes Flap-This Day In Norwood History-June 17, 1981
Civic Center Future Up For Vote-This Day In Norwood History-June 15, 1981
A high-stakes special town meeting agenda features a multi-million dollar Civic Center relocation choice and the $325,250 sale of Winslow School.
Selectmen Demand Good Faith Deposit for Winslow School Sale-This Day In Norwood History-June 13, 1981
Board Votes 4-1 to Protect Town Interests Against Developer's Office Condominium Project as blue Law Video Games Approved The Board of Selectmen have voted 4-1 to formally demand an $8,000 … Continue reading Selectmen Demand Good Faith Deposit for Winslow School Sale-This Day In Norwood History-June 13, 1981
Young Voices Make Impact at Annual Town Meeting-This Day In Norwood History-June 13, 1981
A new generation makes its voice heard in Norwood as young town meeting members secure parade cash and challenge old conflict-of-interest norms.
Historical Society Announces Annual Fred Holland Day House Tour-This Day In Norwood History-June 13, 1981
Step inside the world of photographer Fred Holland Day. The Historical Society unveils redecorated exhibits and rare Shattuck School relics.
Students Take Reins For Town Government Day-This Day In Norwood History-June 9, 1981
School Committee Pledges Paint And Textbook Inventory To Student Delegates The utilitarian gray paint covering the walls of the Norwood High School cafeteria may soon be replaced with student-designed artwork … Continue reading Students Take Reins For Town Government Day-This Day In Norwood History-June 9, 1981
Winslow Office Plan Gets Official Backing-This Day In Norwood History-June 9, 1981
Norwood officials clear the path to transform the closed Winslow School into professional office condominiums, winning broad neighborhood support.
The Issue Of Video Licenses-This Day In Norwood History-June 9, 1981
In June 1981, Norwood officials crack down on incoming electronic amusement requests, fearing a "video fever" arcade atmosphere downtown.
Perfect Day For 494 Norwood High Grads-This Day In Norwood History-June 7, 1981
Class Of 1981 Celebrates Commencement Ceremonies At Murray Field (1981 TIOT) A perfect June day greeted the 494 graduating seniors of Norwood High School and the crowd of more than … Continue reading Perfect Day For 494 Norwood High Grads-This Day In Norwood History-June 7, 1981
Talk of the Town-June 7, 1981
A spectacular June day brings a massive graduation ceremony to Murray Field, while town officials lock horns over a ticking clock to salvage the old Civic Center lights before the bulldozers arrive.