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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.
Summer Education Program Helps Students Stay Sharp-August 12, 1992
Federal Chapter 1 funding revived Norwood's summer remedial education program at the Cleveland School, combining academics with local field trips for 48 students.
State Approves Traffic Barrier to Block East Cross Street Access from Route 1-August 12, 1988
Following a resident petition led by Joseph Burke and Rep. Gregory Sullivan after a child's injury, the state approved a barrier blocking Route 1 access to East Cross Street.
Ace Baxter Dominates on Mound-August 12, 1987
Pitcher Bob Baxter struck out nine and drove in four runs, leading Norwood American Legion to a 9-1 victory over Reading in the Eastern Section series.
Norwood American Legion Baseball Team One Win Away from State Title and Regional Berth-August 12, 1986
With a dominant 30-1 record, the Norwood American Legion baseball team faces Aldenville at Sargent Field in New Bedford seeking a second consecutive state championship.
Live Shotgun Shells Scattered Across Norwood Play Areas-August 12, 1986
Fire Captain Robert Malloy issued a safety warning after 150 live 1942 military surplus shotgun shells were scattered by teenagers across Norwood playgrounds and cemeteries.
DPH Reports Normal PCB Blood Test Results for 90 Norwood Residents-August 12, 1983
State health officials announced that blood tests for 90 Norwood residents living near a Route 1 toxic site showed normal PCB levels well within safe ranges.
Henry O. Peabody School Director Ruth Shea Ponders Retirement After 14 Years-August 12, 1980
After 14 years expanding vocational education, Henry O. Peabody School director Ruth Shea ponders retirement while securing a 97 percent graduate job placement rate.
No Dedication Ceremonies for New Cemetery Garage-August 12, 1967
Citing a lack of public interest, Norwood officials led by Walter J. Dempsey voted to skip dedication ceremonies for the new $47,000 fieldstone cemetery garage.