Assistant Superintendent Roderick Smith reports a district-wide increase of 136 students, driven by elementary enrollment gains as the School Committee prepares for a $514,000 state aid transfer.
Norwood Elementary Grades Drive Enrollment Increase-September 2, 1993
School System Reaches 3,565 Total Students Norwood public schools have experienced an overall enrollment increase of 136 students compared to the previous academic year, bringing total district enrollment to 3,565 … Continue reading Norwood Elementary Grades Drive Enrollment Increase-September 2, 1993
Raytheon Seeks Buyer for Route 1 Site-August 27, 1993
Defense contractor Raytheon Co. puts its historic 20-acre Route 1 manufacturing and warehouse site on the market for $18 million, drawing early interest from commercial developers.
Gunmen Rob Nahatan Street Dunkin’ Donuts-August 26, 1993
Two masked gunmen tied up a baker and robbed a Nahatan Street Dunkin' Donuts shop located right next door to the Norwood police station early Thursday morning.
No Public Works Involvement in Gazebo Construction-August 25, 1993
Following complaints regarding municipal labor on the new town common gazebo, Town Manager John Carroll clarified that public workers were performing essential sidewalk and utility repairs.
“Conehead” Program Rewards Children with Free Ice Cream for Wearing Bicycle Helmets-August 24, 1993
Norwood police are rewarding young bicyclists who wear crash helmets with ice cream gift certificates through the successful Conehead safety program, backed by local businesses.
Average Water and Sewer Bill in Norwood to Increase by Three Dollars Monthly-August 12, 1993
Norwood water and sewer bills will rise 8.8 percent, adding $3 monthly to average bills due to Boston Harbor cleanup costs and lower consumption.
Car Crashes Into Three Downtown Norwood Stores-August 11, 1993
A 1986 Chrysler Fifth Avenue driven by retired firefighter James F. Maroney jumped the Washington Street curb, damaging Garber Travel, Hill Jewelers, and the Cheerio of Norwood gift shop.
Selectmen Approve Three New Firefighters and Overtime Increase-August 11, 1993
Following sweeping early retirements across town departments, Fire Chief William Sullivan received unanimous approval from selectmen to hire three new firefighters and increase the department's overtime account.
South Norwood Business Task Force Launches Ambitious Revitalization and Beautification Plan-July 23, 1993
Back in July 1993, local business owners and residents in South Norwood were dreaming big about transforming Washington Street into a vibrant, bustling destination complete with outdoor cafes and colorful awnings!