A comprehensive daily compilation of historical news from Norwood, Massachusetts on August 3. Featuring stories of town planning, public safety efforts, regional transportation, local achievements, and community concert traditions.
FinCom Keeps Tight Rein on Fire Department Vacation Budget-August 29, 1979
The FinCom restricts fire department vacation substitute funding, citing a lack of detailed scheduling and criticizing overtime costs and recent equipment failures.
FinCom Chairman William F. Collins Stirs Controversy with Shift on School Budget Restoration-August 11, 1978
Finance Commission Chairman William F. Collins announced plans to support restoring $363,000 to the school budget, sparking sharp internal disagreement from commissioners Allan D. Howard and William C. Phipps.
Norwood Security Committee Proposes Electronic Surveillance to Fight Vandalism-August 17, 1977
The Norwood security committee has proposed installing Sonitrol electronic listening devices at the Willett School and deploying CB radio patrols to curb local school vandalism.
Norwood Zeroes In On School Vandals-August 3, 1977
A newly formed blue‑ribbon security committee convened to confront a surge of costly vandalism at Norwood’s public schools. Members reviewed structural, technological, and community‑based deterrents while assigning formal research duties for a comprehensive townwide response.
Norwood Board of Health Denies Public Access to Restaurant Inspection Records-July 26, 1977
The Norwood Board of Health voted to withhold local restaurant inspection reports from public records requests, sparking local debate over transparency.
Selectman Race Grows-August 27, 1976
The race to fill the vacant Board of Selectmen seat left by Charles "Lopey" Rich draws multiple veteran and newcomer candidates ahead of the October 5 special town election.
Fast-Paced Selectman Campaign Takes Shape Following Death of Charles “Lopey” Rich-August 16, 1976
Following the death of veteran Norwood Selectman Charles 'Lopey' Rich, candidates face a tight August 31 filing deadline for the October 5 special town election.
Political Rift Between Norwood Selectmen and Finance Commission-August 10, 1974
New FinCom members Allan D. Howard and William C. Phipps clashed with veteran selectman William F. Butters over budget cuts, a garbage contract probe, and a recall petition.
FinCom Summons James Capaldo in Garbage Contract Investigation-June 26, 1974
A heated public trust battle deepens in Norwood as a plumbing inspector refuses to testify, forcing watchdogs to deploy full town charter powers. Categories: Town Government, Municipal Finance