Discover the 1978 budget battle in Norwood, where deep cuts to the school district’s $11.3 million budget led to a controversial recall effort and a lawsuit involving the Massachusetts Teachers Association.
School Committee Inspects “Deplorable” Balch School, Demanding Immediate Repairs-October 27, 1966
Following a 90-minute inspection revealing rotting windows, cracked ceilings, and decaying staircases, the School Committee ordered immediate priority repairs for the 50-year-old Balch Elementary School.
Norwood Teachers Association Submits $1,000 Pay Increase Proposal-August 18, 1966
The Norwood Teachers Association submitted a $1,000-plus pay raise proposal as the school committee signed its first collective bargaining agreement amid debate led by John J. Cavanaugh and William Egan.
Little League Sports Night Draws 1000-October 27, 1965
Drawing 1,000 players and parents, Norwood Little League's annual Sports Night featured Kansas City A's pitcher Skip Lockwood as guest speaker and distributed 350 trophies.
Hockey Testimonial Is Gala Affair; Honor Blane Maus, Tom Clifford, Sr.-This Day in Norwood History-May 6, 1964
May 6, 1964-Members of the Norwood High Hockey team, champs of the Bay State League, were honored at the Elks Hall last Wednesday. A packed house enjoyed every minute of … Continue reading Hockey Testimonial Is Gala Affair; Honor Blane Maus, Tom Clifford, Sr.-This Day in Norwood History-May 6, 1964
Little League District 6 Champs-This Day in Norwood History-July 19, 1962
This Day in Norwood History-July 19, 1962-Little League District 6 Champs