Honoring Norwood’s Veterans

Norwood has a long history of proud military service, going back as far as the Colonial Wars, and the town and townspeople have done an excellent job of paying tribute … Continue reading Honoring Norwood’s Veterans

46 Pleasant Street

New Look For An Old Norwood Landmark-This Day in Norwood History-July 31, 2014

⠀ A dilapidated 19th-century Victorian mansion at 46 Pleasant Street in Norwood has been brilliantly restored by owners Jacinta Murphy and Jim Murray, complete with eye-catching lion and unicorn statues.

Preservation Completed at Norwood Memorial Municipal Building-This Day in Norwood History-January 26, 2014

Norwood, MA—The late-gothic Norwood Memorial Municipal Building was built in 1927-28, and consists of a four-story solid masonry structure with split-face granite block veneer and limestone bandings. The existing roof … Continue reading Preservation Completed at Norwood Memorial Municipal Building-This Day in Norwood History-January 26, 2014

Flood Revives Push For New Police Station-August 9, 1998

Despite previous failures, new vote likely in Norwood Dean Raymond, identification specialist with the Norwood Police Department, looked over ruins of the station’s roil call room on June 14. About … Continue reading Flood Revives Push For New Police Station-August 9, 1998

Nahatan St Bridge Dedicated to George T Lee-This Day in Norwood History-September 27, 1988

Thousands of motorists who drive over the Nahatan Street bridge will now be paying honor to Norwood's most decorated war hero. The bridge was dedicated Sunday with a bronze plaque … Continue reading Nahatan St Bridge Dedicated to George T Lee-This Day in Norwood History-September 27, 1988

The Story of Norwood’s Eiffel Tower-August 28, 1985

This Day In Norwood History-August 28, 1985-The Story of Norwood's Eiffel Tower

Republic Plumbing Supply Seeks Expansion-July 25, 1985

William Duggan, owner of Republic Plumbing on Route 1, sought permission to extend the front of his building.

Completion of Norwood High School Renovation Remains Uncertain-July 18, 1985

Town officials are uncertain if the $5 million Norwood High School renovation will be finished before the start of the fall semester.

Northrop Opens Plant in Norwood-This Day in Norwood History-October 8, 1976

Northrop Opens Plant in Norwood-This Day in Norwood History-October 8, 1976

This Day in Norwood History-October 8, 1976-Northrop opens plant in Norwood

While Gov. Dukakis listens, Thomas 0. Paine, president and chief operations of new Norwood plant of firm’s Precision Products Department. At right, officer of Northrop Corp., speaks (left) to audience … Continue reading This Day in Norwood History-October 8, 1976-Northrop opens plant in Norwood