In Memoriam-James R. Savage

Ray Martin; Norwood Star Pitched to Babe Ruth, Played for Boston Braves-March 15, 2013

Ray Martin. Seven teams pursued the prospect. The Red Sox even sent a scout to Ray Martin’s Norwood High School prom, In 1943, Norwood High School senior Ray Martin pitched … Continue reading Ray Martin; Norwood Star Pitched to Babe Ruth, Played for Boston Braves-March 15, 2013

Norwood American Legion Baseball Team Defeats Brockton to Stay Alive in State Tournament-August 6, 1990

Bouncing back from a six-error loss to Amherst, the Norwood American Legion baseball team played flawless defense and racked up 13 hits to defeat Brockton 8-4 in the state tournament.

The Master Navigator of Local Commerce-This Day in Norwood History-June 28, 1980

An 80-year-old former union pioneer and Edison engineer commands the Norwood Chamber, working a grueling 40-hour week.

Former Norwood Town Manager John Mogan Reflects on New Life in Delaware-July 26, 1979

Former Norwood town manager John Mogan reflected on his new life as city manager in Dover, Delaware, following his resignation and daughter's wedding.

Norwood Skating Rink in Two to Three Years-August 1, 1971

Backed by thousands of residents and local organizations, the Norwood Skating Rink Committee is pushing for a DNR-built municipal ice arena to support the town's booming youth and school hockey programs.

New Norwood Grid Boss No Stranger-July 9, 1971

Discover the coaching history of John Doherty, Norwood High’s new football head coach, and his personal connections to the Bay State League as he prepares for the 1971 season.

Norwood Names Coach-July 8, 1971

Discover the background of John Doherty, the 1971 appointee to the Norwood High School varsity football coaching staff, and his journey through regional football programs.

Jesuit Priest Expelled From Iraq Celebrates Ordination Jubilee in Norwood-June 17, 1969

A hometown missionary marks 25 years of ordination at St. Catherine's following a dramatic escape from the Middle East.

Bruins’ Johnston Wears New Face—Thanks to Norwood Expert Ernie Higgins-December 16, 1968

THE MASK MAN — Ernest Higgins, Norwood, works on the all-protective mask designed to make goal-tending a less hazardous occupation. (William Ryerson photo) Bruins’ goaltender Ed Johnston is sporting a … Continue reading Bruins’ Johnston Wears New Face—Thanks to Norwood Expert Ernie Higgins-December 16, 1968