Developer James H. Shane and the Norwood Conservation Commission have agreed on a 56,000 cubic yard flood mitigation plan for Park Place on Route 1.
Norwood Town Hall Refurbishing Project Nears Completion-August 5, 1977
Town Manager John P. Mogan announced that Norwood's $18,000 town hall refurbishing project, featuring landscape updates and the dramatic restoration of Memorial Hall's north stained-glass window, is nearing completion.
Sprinkler Installation Nears Completion to Ensure On-Time School Opening-August 27, 1976
Contractors promise completion of the Norwood High sprinkler system by next Friday, ensuring schools open on time while registration and schedule details are announced.
Selectman Race Grows-August 27, 1976
The race to fill the vacant Board of Selectmen seat left by Charles "Lopey" Rich draws multiple veteran and newcomer candidates ahead of the October 5 special town election.
Norwood School Bus Routes and Schedules Announced-August 27, 1976
Complete, unabridged bus schedules and stop locations for Norwood public schools and St. Catherine's for the 1976-77 year.
St. George’s Syrian Orthodox Church Unveils $240,000 Rebuilding Plan Before Zoning Appeals Board-August 19, 1976
St. George's Syrian Orthodox Church presented plans to demolish its 1930s brick building and construct a $240,000 Byzantine-style structure at its Atwood Avenue location in South Norwood.
James H. Shane Wins Public Auction Bid to Purchase Historic Norwood Arena Property-August 11, 1976
Following a mortgage default by Norwood Arena, Inc., developer James H. Shane purchased the 72.5-acre Route 1 landmark for $395,751 at a public auction initiated by Baybank Norfolk County Trust Company.
Volunteer Margaret Kennedy Brings Joy to Homebound Residents Through Meals on Wheels-August 6, 1976
At 75 years old, Norwood Meals on Wheels volunteer Margaret Kennedy dedicates her retirement to helping homebound seniors, veterans, and local community organizations.
Norwood Cinema Ticket Taker Jack Bitar Reminisces on 18 Years at the Door and the Theater’s 1927 Opening-August 2, 1976
Jack Bitar, a beloved doorman and ticket taker at the Norwood Cinema, reflected on 18 years on the job and attending the theater's grand opening back in 1927.
Norwood Taxi Meter-Tampering Charged and Municipal Updates-August 27, 1975
During a meeting of the Board of Selectmen, acting as hackney commissioners for the town, local officials addressed a series of regulatory and community issues, headlined by enforcement actions against … Continue reading Norwood Taxi Meter-Tampering Charged and Municipal Updates-August 27, 1975