Public works officials report a sharp rise in vandalism at Highland Cemetery, including damaged water faucets, smashed vigil lights, and upended headstones.
Selectmen Vote 3-2 to Lease Old Town Firehouse for New Restaurant Development-September 29, 1982
Norwood selectmen vote 3-2 to lease the old fire station behind Town Hall to Carla Foley for conversion into Carla's Dining Room and Cafe, bringing Italian dining to the town center.
Sole Proposal to Lease Historic Old Fire Station for Italian Restaurant Draws Mixed Selectmen Response-September 22, 1982
Carla Foley submits the sole bid to lease Norwood's historic old fire station for a new Italian restaurant, sparking debate among selectmen over municipal needs.
Fire Damages Don and Wally’s Service Center on Route 1-September 20, 1982
A suspected gasoline spill sparks a fire at Don and Wally's Service Center on Route 1, causing $35,000 in structural damage, destroying tools, and injuring two.
Proposed Washington Street Rezoning Divides Norwood Hospital Area Residents Ahead of Special Town Meeting-September 14, 1982
A special town meeting rezoning proposal to allow professional offices on Washington Street near Norwood Hospital draws sharp debate from neighboring property owners.
School Officials Seek $62,700 from Town Meeting to Fund Classroom Computers-September 10, 1982
School officials plan to ask town meeting for $62,700 to purchase 16 computers for elementary, junior high, and high schools to introduce students to computer technology.
Selectmen Target $82,500 for Gymnasium Repairs While Uncovering Wider $750,000 School Roof Crisis-September 9, 1982
Facing extensive water damage at Norwood High School, selectmen tentatively agreed to recommend an $82,500 appropriation at the September 20 special town meeting—while a broader engineering survey revealed an estimated … Continue reading Selectmen Target $82,500 for Gymnasium Repairs While Uncovering Wider $750,000 School Roof Crisis-September 9, 1982
John Poce Appointed Acting Principal of Junior High School North-September 9, 1982
Junior High School North vice-principal John Poce is unanimously appointed acting principal by the school committee following James R. Savage's promotion to superintendent.
Town Meeting Member Proposes Charter Amendment Requiring Incumbent Nominations-September 2, 1982
In an effort to foster greater accountability and civic engagement among local legislators, a Norwood town meeting member is spearheading a proposed amendment to the town charter. Thomas C. Coen … Continue reading Town Meeting Member Proposes Charter Amendment Requiring Incumbent Nominations-September 2, 1982
Norwood Public School Students Score Strongly on State Basic-Skills Exams-September 2, 1982
Students across Norwood public schools have demonstrated exceptional academic performance, scoring remarkably well on state-mandated basic-skills tests for the second consecutive year. Released recently following examinations administered last spring, the … Continue reading Norwood Public School Students Score Strongly on State Basic-Skills Exams-September 2, 1982