Over the weekend of August 28-30, 1970, a series of break-ins and thefts rocked the community. The primary targets? Car stereos and their valuable tape collections. As word spread through … Continue reading A Crime Wave Hits Norwood-August 31, 1970
Alan R. Wonson Reappointed as Principal of Winslow Elementary School-August 31, 1967
Following an executive session, Committee Chairman Francis X. Sheehan Jr. announced that the Norwood School Committee has reappointed Alan R. Wonson of Westwood as principal of the Winslow Elementary School, … Continue reading Alan R. Wonson Reappointed as Principal of Winslow Elementary School-August 31, 1967
Neponset River Regional Anti-Pollution Study Committee Sets Public Hearing-August 31, 1966
In an ongoing regional effort to combat industrial waste discharge, the Neponset River Regional Anti-Pollution Study Committee—representing Norwood, Canton, Sharon, Walpole, and Foxboro—announced that a public meeting will be held … Continue reading Neponset River Regional Anti-Pollution Study Committee Sets Public Hearing-August 31, 1966
Polaroid Affirms Proposed Norwood Film Processing Complex Despite Watertown Expansion-August 31, 1966
Amid swirling local speculation, Polaroid Corporation officials have officially confirmed that the company's recent announcement to acquire a 53-acre site in Watertown will have no negative impact on its ongoing … Continue reading Polaroid Affirms Proposed Norwood Film Processing Complex Despite Watertown Expansion-August 31, 1966
State Traffic Engineers Investigate Missing Stop Sign Reports in Norwood-August 31, 1966
Local frustration over municipal traffic safety measures came to a head when town officials addressed long-standing delays regarding state approval for stop signs at key intersections. Commenting on the sluggish … Continue reading State Traffic Engineers Investigate Missing Stop Sign Reports in Norwood-August 31, 1966
Temple Shaare Tefilah Prepares for Historic Weekend Dedication and Relocation-August 31, 1966
556 Nichols Street, currently the Jain Center. After months of anticipation, Temple Shaare Tefilah is putting the finishing touches on its brand-new house of worship located at 556 Nichols Street, … Continue reading Temple Shaare Tefilah Prepares for Historic Weekend Dedication and Relocation-August 31, 1966
Charity Ball Proceeds Presented to Norwood Hospital for New Coronary Care Unit-August 31, 1966
Local healthcare efforts received a significant financial boost when representatives of the Norwood Hospital Women's Aid formally presented a $5,000 check to Hospital Administrator Charles A. Richardson. The funds were … Continue reading Charity Ball Proceeds Presented to Norwood Hospital for New Coronary Care Unit-August 31, 1966
Polaroid to Hold Special Public Meeting on Proposed $9 Million Film Processing Complex-August 31, 1965
Representatives of the Polaroid Corporation met with town officials on Tuesday night, agreeing to host a special public informational meeting to outline their ambitious plans for a potential $9 million … Continue reading Polaroid to Hold Special Public Meeting on Proposed $9 Million Film Processing Complex-August 31, 1965
Dramatic Rescue at Norwood Laundry and Cleaners After Explosion-August 31, 1965
A massive boiler explosion ripped through the rear of the Norwood Laundry and Cleaners at 884 Washington Street shortly before 8:00 a.m., leveling the back section of the two-story building, … Continue reading Dramatic Rescue at Norwood Laundry and Cleaners After Explosion-August 31, 1965
Oldham Building Committee Awaits Construction Deadlines as Planning Board Weighs Town Map Revisions-August 31, 1964
As summer drew to a close in 1964, tensions mounted on two municipal fronts in Norwood: the Oldham Building Committee prepared to weigh potential legal action against a lagging prime … Continue reading Oldham Building Committee Awaits Construction Deadlines as Planning Board Weighs Town Map Revisions-August 31, 1964