Kiwanis Leader Chester “Chet” Plasko Spearheads “Communication Through Food” Campaign-August 22, 1980

Norwood News & Book Shop proprietor Chester Plasko is leading New England Kiwanis clubs in a year-long fundraising campaign using piggy banks to support Heifer Project International.

FinCom Pressures Fire Chief Barry to Establish Vacation Leave Policy-August 22, 1979

Citing soaring overtime costs from the fire department's vacation-at-will practice, the Finance Commission rejected Chief Thomas J. Barry's $15,000 funding request and demanded a structured leave schedule.

Conservation Commission Approves Proposed Auto Body Shop Near Hawes Brook-August 22, 1979

Despite angry protests from South Norwood residents over flooding and pollution risks near Hawes Brook, the Conservation Commission approved strict environmental conditions for a new auto body shop.

FinCom Stuns School Committee with Sudden Reversal-August 22, 1978

In a sharp reversal, the Norwood Finance Commission voted against restoring $335,000 to the school budget, leaving the School Committee weighing lawsuits and alternative funding paths ahead of town meeting.

State Appeals Court Affirms New Restaurant Approval for Route 1-August 22, 1978

The State Appeals Court has affirmed the town’s approval of a new Burger King restaurant proposed for the intersection of Route 1 and Everett Street. Despite the ruling, the development … Continue reading State Appeals Court Affirms New Restaurant Approval for Route 1-August 22, 1978

Norwood Fire Department Mourns the Loss of Deputy Chief Michael G. Benedetti, 52, Following a Long Illness-August 22, 1978

Lifelong Norwood resident and Deputy Fire Chief Michael G. Benedetti has passed away at age 52 after a long illness, leaving behind a distinguished 24-year career of fearless public service.

Charlwell House Activities Program Promotes Active Engagement for Elderly Residents-August 22, 1977

Charlwell House residents enjoy active programming ranging from cooking and pottery clubs to fun bus trips

Late-Night Disturbance Outside Village Inn in Four Arrests-August 22, 1977

Following a massive brawl outside the Village Inn on Guild Street involving hundreds of patrons, Norwood police arrested four individuals after deploying eight officers to break up fights and clear the area.

Dormant Nahatan Street Land Primed for Major Public and Private Housing Construction-August 22, 1975

Vacant land near Nahatan Street and West Border Road is set for a construction surge, featuring a 104-unit elderly housing expansion and a 138-unit private apartment complex by Franchi Brothers.

Committee Prepares to Honor Outstanding Disabled Workers and Inclusive Employers-August 22, 1974

The Greater Norwood National Employ the Handicapped Week Committee is planning its annual awards dinner, while Legion Field hosts a successful charity carnival raising $456 for muscular dystrophy.