Chapel Court lot plans showing names of lot owners (Norfolk County Deeds) By the early 1900s, the Finns began arriving in a steady stream and settling in Norwood. In February … Continue reading Chapel Court – Finnish Hall
Honoring Norwood’s Veterans
Norwood has a long history of proud military service, going back as far as the Colonial Wars, and the town and townspeople have done an excellent job of paying tribute … Continue reading Honoring Norwood’s Veterans
Ray Martin; Norwood Star Pitched to Babe Ruth, Played for Boston Braves-March 15, 2013
Ray Martin. Seven teams pursued the prospect. The Red Sox even sent a scout to Ray Martin’s Norwood High School prom, In 1943, Norwood High School senior Ray Martin pitched … Continue reading Ray Martin; Norwood Star Pitched to Babe Ruth, Played for Boston Braves-March 15, 2013
Norwood American Legion Bounces Back with Decisive Victory over Westwood-July 11, 1990
Norwood American Legion Dominates Westwood On July 11, 1990, the Norwood American Legion baseball team emphatically dispelled any concerns regarding their late-season momentum by defeating Westwood with a commanding 14–3 … Continue reading Norwood American Legion Bounces Back with Decisive Victory over Westwood-July 11, 1990
Norwood Legion Team Masters the Suicide Squeeze-July 3, 1974
The Norwood American Legion baseball team showcased a high-stakes brand of baseball on the evening of July 2, 1974, demonstrating a masterclass in the "suicide squeeze" play to secure an … Continue reading Norwood Legion Team Masters the Suicide Squeeze-July 3, 1974
Norwood Police Chief James M. Murphy Dies At 54-November 23, 1973
J. M. Murphy, police chief of Norwood (photo credit: Lieutenant Brian P. Murphy) Norwood Police Chief James M. Murphy, 54, died yesterday at Norwood Hospital, where he was admitted Thanksgiving … Continue reading Norwood Police Chief James M. Murphy Dies At 54-November 23, 1973
Norwood Selectmen Set Public Hearing for Westwood Xaverian Brothers High School Beano License Dispute-August 8, 1973
Facing protests from local civic and veterans groups concerned over unfair competition, Norwood selectmen reviewed a beano license granted to Westwood's Xaverian Brothers High School for games at the Norwood Armory.
American Legion Post Eyes Chapel Court Land for Parking Lot Expansion-September 9, 1971
Norwood selectmen and Town Manager Walter A. Blasenak review the potential sale or lease of a tax-title municipal land parcel off Chapel Court to the local American Legion post.
Norwood Hitters Erupt in Decisive Legion Victory-June 24, 1970
Dave Joy commands the mound without a single walk while Joe Porcello and Mike McGovern clear the fences with deep home runs.
John Abdallah Dies In Parade At Norwood-November 11, 1968
John Abdallah Dies In Parade At Norwood This Day In Norwood History-November 11, 1968