After a difficult budget cycle in 1980, the committee avoided controversy by budgeting accurately and selecting trusted local transportation providers.
Norwood Teens Compete in Seventh Annual Tiot Relay Race-July 13, 1981
Local organizers Dorothy Pember and her committee successfully raised funds for the Civic Center while fostering friendly competition among area residents.
End of an Era: Norwood Civic Center Demolition Complete-July 11, 1981
Norwood Civic Center Demolition â € On July 11, 1981, the Norwood Civic Recreation Center—a fixture of the town's social and recreational life for decades—was leveled as demolition reached its final … Continue reading End of an Era: Norwood Civic Center Demolition Complete-July 11, 1981
Frank Rodak Manages Norwood’s Summer Animal Control Rush-July 10, 1981
On July 10, 1981, Norwood’s first full-time animal control officer, Frank Rodak, reported that the summer season significantly increased the demands of his position. â € Rodak, a former house painter … Continue reading Frank Rodak Manages Norwood’s Summer Animal Control Rush-July 10, 1981
Paul J. Donovan Cleared of Wrongful Arrest-July 9, 1981
Discover the story of Paul J. Donovan, a Norwood businessman wrongfully arrested after locating a stolen bicycle for a customer, and his subsequent exoneration in Dedham District Court.
Mother Wants Overnight Truck Parking Ban-July 8, 1981
Discover the 1981 effort to regulate commercial vehicle parking in Norwood, including the concerns of residents like Kathleen W. Mallet and the logistical challenges faced by local contractors.
Armed Forces Recruitment Methods Evolve-July 6, 1981
Navy and Army recruiters in Norwood outlined the changing landscape of military service in 1981, focusing on vocational training and increased transparency.
Airport Manager Urges Community Cooperation on Low-Flying Aircraft-July 3, 1981
As the summer of 1981 reached its peak, Norwood Airport Manager John Dalton issued an urgent appeal to residents living in the vicinity of the municipal airport, requesting their active … Continue reading Airport Manager Urges Community Cooperation on Low-Flying Aircraft-July 3, 1981
Norwood Greenhouse Resident to Relocate to Quincy-July 02, 1981
In the summer of 1981, a Norwood veteran struggling with housing instability turned a local greenhouse into a makeshift home before the community rallied to find him a more dignified living situation.
Peabody School Celebrates 169 Graduates-June 17, 1981
The Peabody School in Norwood recently held a commencement ceremony at the South Junior High School, honoring a class of 169 graduates. The cohort, comprised of both seniors and post-graduate … Continue reading Peabody School Celebrates 169 Graduates-June 17, 1981