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September 27, 2023September 17, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Sinkhole on Nahatan St-September 27, 2016

This Day In Norwood History-September 27, 2016-Sinkhole on Nahatan St

February 21, 2015July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

At 87, John Carroll remains an incredible public servant-This Day in Norwood History-February 21, 2015

John Carroll, shown during an MWRA board meeting, is "the quintessential public servant - the antithesis of the no-show hack." says Robert Thornton. Norwood's former town clerk and accountant. SUZANNE … Continue reading At 87, John Carroll remains an incredible public servant-This Day in Norwood History-February 21, 2015

August 12, 1988August 12, 2026 georgenhs Infrastrcture, This Day In Norwood History

State Approves Traffic Barrier to Block East Cross Street Access from Route 1-August 12, 1988

Following a resident petition led by Joseph Burke and Rep. Gregory Sullivan after a child's injury, the state approved a barrier blocking Route 1 access to East Cross Street.

August 7, 1985August 5, 2026 georgenhs Fire Department, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Selectmen Blast Fire Department Over Malfunctioning Hydrants-August 7, 1985

Following three malfunctioning hydrants that severely hampered firefighting efforts at a Walnut Avenue garage blaze, selectmen demanded answers from Fire Chief Thomas Barry and public works officials.

July 29, 1981July 29, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Codman Road Resident Complains of Persistent Underage Drinking and Parking Violations at Ellis Playground-July 29, 1981

Appearing before selectmen, Codman Road resident Joseph Thibault reported ongoing issues with underage drinking and parking violations near Ellis Playground.

October 3, 1979September 25, 2026 georgenhs Infrastrcture, This Day In Norwood History

Only Two Norwood Intersections Qualify for Right Turns on Red Under New State Law-October 3, 1979

Following a town survey, Town Manager John J. Carroll announces that right-on-red turns will be permitted at only two Norwood intersections when the state law takes effect.

July 29, 1976July 29, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Public Schools, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood School Committee Seeks Field Trip Funds and Awards Bus Transportation Contracts-July 29, 1976

Facing budget cuts that eliminated student field trips, the Norwood School Committee voted to appeal to the Finance Commission and special town meeting for restoration funds.

July 27, 1974July 26, 2026 georgenhs Housing, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Appeals Board Denies Permit For South Norwood Development-July 27, 1974

The Norwood Appeals Board rejected a nine-acre duplex development by Hobbs Realty Trust due to severe flooding risks, drainage issues, and emergency vehicle access concerns.

July 29, 1972July 29, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

New Norwood Dump Rules Bring In $1,000 Weekly-July 29, 1972

Norwood's new dump regulations, spearheaded by Olga A. Abdallah, introduced permit requirements and commercial fees that generated $1,000 weekly.

August 31, 1966August 30, 2026 georgenhs Infrastrcture, This Day In Norwood History

State Traffic Engineers Investigate Missing Stop Sign Reports in Norwood-August 31, 1966

Local frustration over municipal traffic safety measures came to a head when town officials addressed long-standing delays regarding state approval for stop signs at key intersections. Commenting on the sluggish … Continue reading State Traffic Engineers Investigate Missing Stop Sign Reports in Norwood-August 31, 1966

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