Norwood's American Legion baseball team secured a thrilling victory over West Roxbury in the opening game of the Zone 6A finals on July 26, 1988.
Norwood Sweep Over Medfield Propels Team into Zone 6 Finals-July 25, 1988
Norwood swept a Zone 6 semifinal doubleheader against Medfield at Balch Field, winning 4-3 and 2-0 to advance in post-season play.
Electricity Receipts Could Soften Tax Blow-July 15, 1988
Norwood officials reviewed the town’s financial outlook and found a rare bright spot amid rising municipal costs. Norwood officials reviewed the town’s financial outlook and found a rare bright spot … Continue reading Electricity Receipts Could Soften Tax Blow-July 15, 1988
Norwood Selectmen Meet on Bird Land Purchase-July 14, 1988
On July 14, 1988, Norwood’s long‑term effort to acquire nearly 300 acres of open space reached a critical moment as selectmen convened an emergency evening meeting at town hall. The … Continue reading Norwood Selectmen Meet on Bird Land Purchase-July 14, 1988
Budget to Benefit Norwood-July 9, 1988
Discover the 1988 legislative achievements that brought $400,000 to Norwood, supporting everything from the Grant Gear PCB site blood testing to the Pulse hotline and Summerhill House.
Wall Sets His Sights on Majors-July 8, 1988
Discover the 1988 progress of Norwood’s own Mike Wall as he climbs the ranks of professional baseball with the Pittsburgh Pirates, overcoming a broken foot to pursue his big-league dream.
Adams, Norwood work OT-June 6, 1988
A long, grinding tournament matchup turned wild as Norwood clawed back from a five‑run deficit, blasted two game‑saving homers, and leaned on an unlikely pitching hero.
In Memoriam: Clement A. Riley (1905–1988)
Norwood honors the life of Clement A. Riley, a towering figure in local government and state public safety whose decades of service left a lasting civic legacy.