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Tag: Balch School Norwood

May 15, 2025June 20, 2026 georgenhs Local History, Map, Norwood History, Transportation

Norwood in 1876: What the Old Map Reveals

1876 Map of Norwood

October 31, 1978October 29, 2026 georgenhs School Closing, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Residents Mobilize to Save Balch and Callahan Schools from Proposed Closure-October 31, 1978

More than 200 residents packed the Balch School cafeteria to protest a preliminary recommendation to close the Balch and Callahan elementary schools, organizing PTAs to lobby the School Committee.

November 6, 1964November 4, 2026 georgenhs DPW, Infrastrcture, This Day In Norwood History

DPW Adds Safety Measures At Route 1A Detour Site / Group Cites Need For New School-November 6, 1964

Following fatal crashes, DPW crews added reflectorized lines and signage to the Route 1 detour in Sharon, while Norwood residents debate a $525,000 Morrill Memorial Library addition and Cleveland School petition.

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