Car Crashes Into Dunkin Donuts-August 24, 2018

This Day In Norwood History-August 24, 2018-Car Crashes Into Dunkin Donuts

Norwood Fire Chief Seeks Legislation to Create New Call Firefighter Force-July 29, 1981

Fire Chief Thomas J. Barry Jr. asked state Rep. Gregory Sullivan to file legislation establishing a 12-to-15 member call firefighter force in Norwood.

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.

Norwood Selectmen Uphold Fire Department Staffing Levels Amid Labor Disputes-July 12, 1978

Fire Department Manning Shifts and Physical Exam Standoff (Photo credit: Lieutenant Mike Chisholm, Norwood Fire Department, Norwood Firefighters Local 1631, colorized by the Norwood Historical Society) On July 12, 1978, … Continue reading Norwood Selectmen Uphold Fire Department Staffing Levels Amid Labor Disputes-July 12, 1978

Fire Contract Talks Stall; Mediator to Step In-May 27, 1978

History repeats itself at the negotiating table. Contract talks between town officials and the Norwood Firefighters Association officially ground to a halt in May 1978, reviving a familiar public-safety deadlock. Take a look back at the quiet high-stakes standoff that sent both sides back to a state mediator.

John Shea Appointed Full-Time Norwood Firefighter-August 24, 1977

After being dismissed from the police force due to an age technicality, John Shea was unanimously appointed as a full-time Norwood firefighter by selectmen.

George C. Wallace Brings Presidential Bid To Norwood-July 10, 1968

On July 10, 1968, residents of Norwood and surrounding towns prepared for a visit from former Alabama Governor George C. Wallace, who was scheduled to bring his presidential campaign to … Continue reading George C. Wallace Brings Presidential Bid To Norwood-July 10, 1968

Police Department Set To Move To New Headquarters-This Day in Norwood History-April 8, 1964

IN NEW QUARTERS — The Norwood Fire Department moved into their new quarters on Nahatan Street last Wednesday. Some of the men and apparatus are lined up in front of … Continue reading Police Department Set To Move To New Headquarters-This Day in Norwood History-April 8, 1964

Oil-Painting Firefighter Eugene Charron To Present Portrait To Bishop Minihan-This Day in Norwood History-March 27, 1957

ARTIST — Eugene Charron, a member of the Norwood Fire Department for 23 years, shows portrait of Bishop Jeremiah F. Minihan he painted from photo. (McLean Photo) By EUGENE V. … Continue reading Oil-Painting Firefighter Eugene Charron To Present Portrait To Bishop Minihan-This Day in Norwood History-March 27, 1957

Bee Swarm Takes Norwood Route On Way To New Hive-This Day In Norwood History-August 16,1947

Stingers Cornered By Milo Bacon Shipped To Sheldonville Orchard