Norwood Light Department to Absorb Proposed New England Power Rate Increase, Protecting Local Ratepayers-August 24, 1983

Norwood will absorb a $450,000 New England Power rate hike without raising local electric bills, while zoning officials back a new downtown restaurant and Masoneilan declines closure talks.

Rain-Damaged Cleveland and Prescott Schools Expected to Be Repaired by September-August 17, 1983

Unexpected rainstorms caused roof leaks at the Cleveland and Prescott schools during active construction, though officials expect full contractor-funded repairs before the September opening.

Two Residential Housing Subdivisions Draw Questions but No Objections at Planning Board Hearings-August 17, 1983

Planning board hearings for a 24-lot subdivision off Nahatan Street and a seven-lot project off Nichols Street drew drainage questions but no opposition from residents.

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.