St. George’s Syrian Orthodox Church Unveils $240,000 Rebuilding Plan Before Zoning Appeals Board-August 19, 1976

St. George's Syrian Orthodox Church presented plans to demolish its 1930s brick building and construct a $240,000 Byzantine-style structure at its Atwood Avenue location in South Norwood.

Jimmy Carter’s Quiet Campaign Visit to Norwood-July 02, 1976

Before his rise to the Presidency, a little-known Jimmy Carter spent a whirlwind morning shaking hands with residents along Washington Street in 1975.

Representative David Ahearn Opposes Boston Edison Company Electricity Rate Hike-July 29, 1970

Representative David Ahearn led opposition against a Boston Edison Company rate hike that threatened Norwood residents with $300,000 in added costs.

Sign reading 'Norwood Registry of Motor Vehicles Hours: Mon-Fri 8-5' with a dramatic sky background

Bill Would Create Registry Office In Norwood-July 8, 1966

Discover the 1966 legislative campaign to establish a Registry of Motor Vehicles office in Norwood, aiming to serve over 165,000 area residents.

1960s Metropolitan Police helmet, uniform, baton, handcuffs, gloves, whistle, badge, and notebook on wooden desk

Norwood Police Chief James M. Murphy Proposes New Safety Initiatives-July 9, 1965

Discover the 1965 tactical initiatives of the Norwood Police Department, including the creation of a 15-man riot squad and proposals for walkie-talkies and police dogs to enhance town safety.

New Season Launched By Irish Music Club-September 23, 1964

New Season Launched By Irish Music Club-This Day In Norwood History-September 23, 1964