From century-old headlines to exciting premieres, August 1st has seen some memorable moments in Norwood's story. Here’s a look at all the events that happened on this day—collected in one … Continue reading On August 1
Norwood Hospital Introduces “Parent Picnic” Take-Home Gourmet Dinners for New Parents-October 16, 1989
When Joanne Bartucca checked out of the maternity wing at Norwood Hospital weeks ago, she left with two precious bundles of joy: newborn Paul Mario Bartucca (weighing in at 11 … Continue reading Norwood Hospital Introduces “Parent Picnic” Take-Home Gourmet Dinners for New Parents-October 16, 1989
Norwood Selectmen Vote 3-1 to Oppose Tax-Cutting Proposition 2 1/2-October 16, 1980
Grappling with the looming financial threat of a statewide tax-limitation ballot initiative, the Board of Selectmen voted 3 to 1 last night to officially go on record opposing Proposition 2 … Continue reading Norwood Selectmen Vote 3-1 to Oppose Tax-Cutting Proposition 2 1/2-October 16, 1980
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.
Homes, Headlines, and Heart: Norwood’s Story in 1965
📰 Norfolk County in 1965: A Portrait of Community, Resilience, and Everyday Life Commemorating the stories and spirit of our town through the lens of the Norfolk County Press, August … Continue reading Homes, Headlines, and Heart: Norwood’s Story in 1965
Police Sergeant Exam Applicants: Norwood’s 1965 Civil Service Moment
👮 Police Sergeant Exam Applicants: Norwood’s 1965 Civil Service Moment 📝 The Announcement In August 1965, the Massachusetts Civil Service Commission informed Norwood’s Board of Selectmen that five local officers … Continue reading Police Sergeant Exam Applicants: Norwood’s 1965 Civil Service Moment
Retrospective: 1965 Pricing for Homes, Cars, Restaurants & More
🍗 Restaurant & Takeout Prices (Skillet Restaurant at Norwood Plaza) ItemDescriptionPriceChicken-in-the-Bucket2½ lb chicken, 4 rolls, cole slaw, fries$2.65Bucket of ClamsFried clams, fries, cole slaw, rolls, tartar sauce$2.65Bucket of Scallops46 scallops, … Continue reading Retrospective: 1965 Pricing for Homes, Cars, Restaurants & More
Back-to-School and Bargain Hunting: Retail Life in 1950s Massachusetts
🎒 Back-to-School and Bargain Hunting: Retail Life in 1950s Massachusetts In August 1957, Massachusetts families were gearing up for the school year with sharpened pencils, fresh notebooks, and a keen … Continue reading Back-to-School and Bargain Hunting: Retail Life in 1950s Massachusetts
Town Budgets and Buick Sedans: Debating Civic Spending in 1957 Norwood
🚗 Town Budgets and Buick Sedans: Debating Civic Spending in 1957 Norwood In the summer of 1957, a quiet but pointed debate unfolded in the pages of the Norfolk County … Continue reading Town Budgets and Buick Sedans: Debating Civic Spending in 1957 Norwood
Gridiron Rivalries and Racing Legends: Sports in Norwood 1957
🏈🏁 Gridiron Rivalries and Racing Legends: Sports in Norwood, 1957 In 1957, Norfolk County’s sports culture was more than just competition—it was community. From packed bleachers at high school football … Continue reading Gridiron Rivalries and Racing Legends: Sports in Norwood 1957