The expansion aims to address the critical need for increased bed capacity, support services, and advanced medical units, as outlined by consulting firm Medicus Planning, Inc.
Norwood Politics, School Battles & Election Recounts-This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1978
A 1978 political firestorm hits Norwood as a tight selectman recount unseals ballots, school budgets trigger a massive lawsuit, and an assessor candidate alleges age bias.
Talk of the Town-June 6, 1978
The Norwood Planning Board moves to claim an $18,000 construction loan from builder Richard Saccone for unfinished roads at Grandview Estates, while also endorsing a major zoning shift at the old Norwood Arena site on Route 1.
Norwood Considers Limits on Yard and Garage Sales-This Day in Norwood History-May 27, 1978
Did you know that backyard yard sales were technically illegal in Norwood under a strict reading of 1970s zoning laws? To resolve a wave of neighbor complaints about perpetual weekend flea markets, town officials stepped in to draft a new permit system. Discover how close Norwood came to capping your summer garage sale finds.
Norwood Planning Board Debates Controversial Condominium Rezoning-July 17, 1973
Residents and local officials clashed over the Valleyview Park project, citing concerns over traffic, infrastructure, and the need for high-density housing.
Dr. Coakley Named “Man of the Year”-June 2, 1970
Education Takes Center Stage On a busy Tuesday evening in town, the Norwood Chamber of Commerce gathered for its annual meeting to handle elections and celebrate local leadership. On a … Continue reading Dr. Coakley Named “Man of the Year”-June 2, 1970
Proposed Restrictions For Medical Center Rezoning-September 12, 1963
Proposed Restrictions For Medical Center Rezoning-This Day In Norwood History-September 12, 1963 Pictured: The Old Congregational Church stood on the corner of Winter and Walpole Streets. You can see the Morrill Memorial Library to the rear. A medical building sits on the site today.