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-August 3, 2022
1000 Year Storm Hits Norwood, Massive Flooding, Hospital Evacuated-June 28, 2020
A historic "back building" thunderstorm on June 28, 2020, dropped over four inches of rain on Norwood in ninety minutes, causing catastrophic flooding that completely knocked out power at Norwood Hospital and forced an emergency evacuation.
Armed Forces Recruitment Methods Evolve-July 6, 1981
Navy and Army recruiters in Norwood outlined the changing landscape of military service in 1981, focusing on vocational training and increased transparency.
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-June 22, 1978
A prominent municipal landmark faces a structural conversion choice as state automotive administrators eye downtown space.
Firm To Lease Norwood Cinema-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-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.
Norwood Town Business and Planning Updates-July 8, 1971
At a meeting held on July 7, 1971, the Norwood Housing Authority received positive news regarding the proposed expansion of local housing for the elderly. Executive Director Lawrence J. O'Brien … Continue reading Norwood Town Business and Planning Updates-July 8, 1971
Old Fire Station Considered For Registry Office-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-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-April 15, 1950