Underground Gasoline Tanks Excavated at Rojo’s on Route 1 Found Free of Leaks, Fire Chief Reports-August 16, 1990

Norwood Fire Chief Thomas Barry reported that underground fuel tanks removed during upgrades at Rojo's Car Wash on Route 1 were free of leaks, with only minor piping wear detected.

Norwood Airport Raises Tie-Down Fees for Private Plane Owners Starting in October-August 16, 1986

Citing prime location demand, Norwood Airport commission chairman Edwin Page announced fee increases for premium aircraft tie-down spaces beginning in October.

Adams-Russell Cable Co. Plans September Rate Hike-August 16, 1985

Adams-Russell Cable Co. announced a September 1 rate hike from $25 to $32 per month, triggering a contract dispute with town officials over uncompleted municipal cable loops.

Norwood High School $5 Million Renovation Delayed; Opening Postponed Beyond September 3-August 16, 1985

Citing supply delays and incomplete safety systems, contractor Anchor Construction announced Norwood High School's $5 million renovation will miss the September 3 opening.

Board of Health Identifies Only One Qualified Candidate for Public Health Director-August 16, 1983

Out of 23 applicants, only one candidate met the Board of Health's criteria to succeed former director Bartley J. King, as the board moves to eliminate Civil Service status for the role.

Double Fatal Stabbing Inside Washington Street Tavern-August 16, 1982

Maria A. Gil, Dundulis Lunch owner and former selectman candidate, and Frank Doherty were found stabbed to death inside the Washington Street tavern by morning cleaning staff.

Two Patrolmen Return to Street Duty Following Appointment of Civilian Dispatchers-August 16, 1979

With the appointment of three new provisional civilian dispatchers, Norwood police announced that two patrolmen reassigned to desk duty will return to regular street patrols.

Town Officials Anticipate Signing MCAD Affirmative Action Agreement-August 16, 1979

Following closed-door negotiations with the MCAD, Norwood selectmen and housing officials plan to sign an affirmative action agreement on September 4 to protect federal funding and ensure fair housing.

State Cites Nine Deficient Areas in Norwood Special Ed-August 16, 1977

A state Department of Education audit of Norwood's Chapter 766 special education program cited nine minor compliance issues while praising overall staff commitment and progress.

Fast-Paced Selectman Campaign Takes Shape Following Death of Charles “Lopey” Rich-August 16, 1976

Following the death of veteran Norwood Selectman Charles 'Lopey' Rich, candidates face a tight August 31 filing deadline for the October 5 special town election.