Charging that up to 50 percent of substitutes lacked subject proficiency, Norwood school committeewoman Rudith M. Berkowitz criticized administrative hiring practices.
Dept of Labor Denies School Dept Appeal in Equal Pay Ruling for Women Coaches-August 14, 1975
Rejecting the school department's collective bargaining defense, the U.S. Department of Labor upheld a ruling ordering back-pay for four female athletic coaches.
Iron Horse Launches Cabaret Theater with Musical “Stephanie”-August 14, 1973
Backed by Iron Horse owner John Cornetta, a new Route 1 cabaret theater is launching with the musical "Stephanie," booked by producer Helene Johnson.
Norwood Arena Area Study Shelved Following Denial of County Funds-August 14, 1973
Following a denial of matching funds from county commissioners, Norwood's industrial promotion board shelved its request for a $22,000 area engineering study.
Boards Press for Expanded Community Use of School Gymnasiums-August 14, 1969
Citing taxpayer ownership and a lack of indoor recreational space, Norwood selectmen and Charles C. Saraca urged the school committee to open school gyms to the public.
School District Prepares for New Academic Year with Orientation Institute and Registration Dates-August 14, 1968
Superintendent Dr. Philip O. Coakley announced student registration dates and school opening schedules as Norwood public schools welcome dozens of new educators for the 1968-1969 academic year.
Norwood Hospital Equipped to Broadcast Educational Medical Videotapes for Staff-August 14, 1968
Hospital administrator Charles A. Richardson announced that Norwood Hospital has installed video equipment to broadcast professional medical training tapes.
Gridiron Rivalries and Racing Legends: Sports in Norwood 1957
🏈🏁 Gridiron Rivalries and Racing Legends: Sports in Norwood, 1957 In 1957, Norfolk County’s sports culture was more than just competition—it was community. From packed bleachers at high school football … Continue reading Gridiron Rivalries and Racing Legends: Sports in Norwood 1957
The Night the Town Roared: Norwood’s V-J Day, August 14–15, 1945
🇺🇸 The Night the Town Roared: Norwood’s V-J Day, August 14–15, 1945 It began with a siren. At precisely 7:03 p.m. on Tuesday, August 14, 1945, the air raid siren … Continue reading The Night the Town Roared: Norwood’s V-J Day, August 14–15, 1945
Norwood Boy Rescued After 7 Days in Open Lifeboat-August 14, 1942
Returning home to Washington Street, Norwood High alumnus Harold Small recounted his harrowing survival after his merchant ship was torpedoed in the South Atlantic on July 22, 1942.