jJust before 6:30 PM, Group 3 Firefighters responded to a call at 50 Central Street regarding smoke inside the Bubbles Up Laundrymat building. NC2 arrived on scene in under 2 … Continue reading Fire on Central Street-This Day In Norwood History-August 3, 2022
High-Stakes Overhaul for the Historical Village Inn-This Day in Norwood History-June 28, 1978
A 1978 town hall showdown unloads a $100,000 renovation plan for The Village Inn amidst a staggering $700,000 municipal energy deficit.
Selectmen To Decide On Registry Use For Old Fire Station-This Day In Norwood History-June 22, 1978
A prominent municipal landmark faces a structural conversion choice as state automotive administrators eye downtown space.
Firm To Lease Norwood Cinema-This Day In Norwood History-June 26, 1974
Downtown entertainment faces a major shift as a New York leasing firm takes over the Central Street cinema block, promising responsible local management.
The Norwood Cinema To Be Sold-This Day In Norwood History-June 11, 1974
Shuttered since December after local licensing fights and bankruptcy, Norwood's only movie theater is heading to the auction block this Friday.
Old Fire Station Considered For Registry Office-This Day In Norwood History-June 23, 1970
Selectmen review conversion estimates to transform the historic Central and Nahatan street property into an RMV branch.
Screaming Fire Whistle Rouses Norwoodites to Demand Quiet-This Day In Norwood History-April 15, 1950
For decades, Norwood residents had lived peacefully under the reassuring call of the town’s old steam fire whistle, powered by Winslow Brothers & Smith Company. Its familiar tone signaled emergencies … Continue reading Screaming Fire Whistle Rouses Norwoodites to Demand Quiet-This Day In Norwood History-April 15, 1950
Central St. Traffic Will Be Discussed-This Day In Norwood History-October 8, 1948
The Planning Board will meet with the Board of Selectmen next Thursday evening. October 14. to discuss making Central Street a one-way street from Cottage all the way to Guild … Continue reading Central St. Traffic Will Be Discussed-This Day In Norwood History-October 8, 1948
Lewis’ Dining Room Reopens After Wartime Renovation-This Day In Norwood History-May 18, 1945
When the doors of Lewis’ Dining Room swung open again in May 1945, the familiar scent of polished wood and fresh paint mingled with the aroma of coffee and roast beef … Continue reading Lewis’ Dining Room Reopens After Wartime Renovation-This Day In Norwood History-May 18, 1945
This Day in Norwood History-Talk Of The Town-May 24, 1901
These news items were the talk of the town on May 24, 1901 HIGH SCHOOL BUSINESS COURSE The adoption of a business course in the Norwood High School will meet … Continue reading This Day in Norwood History-Talk Of The Town-May 24, 1901