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June 7, 1978July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

New Regional Title Reflects Chamber’s Growth; Shane Updates Dynamic Industrial Park Progress-June 7, 1978

Officially, the Norwood Chamber of Commerce now will be known as the Norwood Chamber of Commerce. Chamber President William C. Phipps made reference to the new name in remarks during … Continue reading New Regional Title Reflects Chamber’s Growth; Shane Updates Dynamic Industrial Park Progress-June 7, 1978

August 17, 1977August 22, 2026 georgenhs conservation, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Conservation Commission Approves Park Place Industrial Site-August 17, 1977

Developer James H. Shane and the Norwood Conservation Commission have agreed on a 56,000 cubic yard flood mitigation plan for Park Place on Route 1.

August 17, 1977August 15, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Conservation Commission Reaches Flood Control Agreement with Park Place Developer-August 17, 1977

Reaching a compromise under the Wetlands Protection Act, Norwood's conservation commission approved flood control plans for the Park Place industrial park on Route 1.

August 11, 1976August 22, 2026 georgenhs Gone But Not Forgotten, Norwood Arena, Real Estate Development, This Day In Norwood History

James H. Shane Wins Public Auction Bid to Purchase Historic Norwood Arena Property-August 11, 1976

Following a mortgage default by Norwood Arena, Inc., developer James H. Shane purchased the 72.5-acre Route 1 landmark for $395,751 at a public auction initiated by Baybank Norfolk County Trust Company.

July 22, 1976July 22, 2026 georgenhs Airport, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Plane Limits Debated-July 22, 1976

The debate over plane limits at Norwood Airport was a contentious issue that garnered significant attention in the summer of 1976. On this day, July 22nd, the Massachusetts Aeronautics Commission … Continue reading Norwood Plane Limits Debated-July 22, 1976

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