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July 23, 1980July 22, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Utilities

Norwood Implements Mandatory Water Conservation Amid Severe Drought and Infrastructure Pressures-July 23, 1980

Town Manager John J. Carroll has been granted emergency authority to impose a water ban as a dry summer strains Norwood's water infrastructure.

September 12, 1979September 10, 2026 georgenhs Board of Selectmen, Health & Medicine, This Day In Norwood History

Chemical Concerns at Buckmaster Pond; Selectmen Tighten Fuel Storage Rules-September 12, 1979

Town Manager John J. Carroll reports a borderline concentration of tetrachloroethylene in the Buckmaster Pond well in Westwood, prompting caution on upcoming water infrastructure investments.

September 5, 1979September 4, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Town Manager Explores Underground Lines to Resolve Buckmaster Pond Dispute-September 5, 1979

A long-standing inter-municipal dispute between Norwood and Westwood over control of Buckmaster Pond may be moving toward a permanent resolution. Town Manager John J. Carroll informed selectmen last night that … Continue reading Town Manager Explores Underground Lines to Resolve Buckmaster Pond Dispute-September 5, 1979

August 21, 1974August 19, 2026 georgenhs Public Health, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Approves Final Draft of Buckmaster Pond Agreement With Westwood-August 21, 1974

The Norwood Board of Selectmen approved a final pact draft for Buckmaster Pond, retaining water rights dating to the 1880s while allowing Westwood recreational easements in exchange for full property maintenance.

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