Selectman Gary Lee led the opposition, citing concerns about the occult, while Miller argued the denial violated her civil rights.
Selectmen Move Meeting to First Floor Following Accessibility Complaint-July 23, 1985
On July 23, 1985, the Norwood Board of Selectmen relocated their scheduled evening session from the third-floor chambers to a first-floor room in Memorial Hall. The venue change was instituted … Continue reading Selectmen Move Meeting to First Floor Following Accessibility Complaint-July 23, 1985
Town Officials Anticipate Signing MCAD Affirmative Action Agreement-August 16, 1979
Following closed-door negotiations with the MCAD, Norwood selectmen and housing officials plan to sign an affirmative action agreement on September 4 to protect federal funding and ensure fair housing.
Norwood Woman Files Discrimination Complaint Against State Police-August 9, 1973
Joann Alighieri of Norwood filed a sex discrimination complaint with the MCAD after being rejected from the state police exam due to height and weight requirements.
Norwood Civil Rights Worker Arrested In Selma Alabama With Dr Martin Luther King, John Lewis-This Day in Norwood History-February 10, 1965
Dartmouth Student John Liutkus, Class of '65, was arrested in Selma, Alabama along with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and John Lewis. A Norwood resident is proving the fact that … Continue reading Norwood Civil Rights Worker Arrested In Selma Alabama With Dr Martin Luther King, John Lewis-This Day in Norwood History-February 10, 1965