Discover the 2005 campaign launch of Norwood’s own Gary M. Lee, who aimed to bring his 17 years of municipal experience to the Massachusetts State House.
No Public Works Involvement in Gazebo Construction-August 25, 1993
Following complaints regarding municipal labor on the new town common gazebo, Town Manager John Carroll clarified that public workers were performing essential sidewalk and utility repairs.
Selectmen Approve Three New Firefighters and Overtime Increase-August 11, 1993
Following sweeping early retirements across town departments, Fire Chief William Sullivan received unanimous approval from selectmen to hire three new firefighters and increase the department's overtime account.
Norwood Wants Court, Not ABCC, to Rule on Appeals-July 28, 1993
Norwood selectmen voted 3-1 to ask Rep. John Rogers to file legislation allowing liquor license appeals to go directly to Superior Court instead of the ABCC.
Video Store Accused of Obscenity-June 15, 1991
A retail standoff over adult films brings First Amendment debates and divided reactions from local selectmen directly into Dedham District Court.
Norwood Selectmen Vote 3-2 to Study Recreational Facility-Sharing Agreement with Westwood-September 12, 1990
Norwood selectmen vote 3-2 to study a reciprocal recreation agreement with Westwood to grant residents indoor pool access in exchange for Civic Center sports use.
Two Norwood Restaurants Lock Legal Horns Over Town’s Final Available Liquor License-August 8, 1990
With competing applications from O'Toole's on Carnegie Row and The Great American Pub off Route 1, Norwood selectmen voted 3-1 to proceed with hearings despite legal threats from rival attorneys over zoning technicalities.
Norwood Joins Lawsuit Against Governor Dukakis Over Withheld State Aid-August 29, 1989
Norwood joins Brookline and other suburbs suing Governor Michael S. Dukakis over withheld state aid, even as unexpected local revenues nearly cover the town's $1.1 million shortfall.
Business Leaders Question “Anti-Commerce” Town Direction-August 15, 1989
Following a 2-2 selectmen vote denying a food license for a $1 million Taco Bell on Route 1, the Neponset Valley Chamber of Commerce warned of an anti-business trend.
Selectmen Deadlock on License for Proposed Taco Bell-August 9, 1989
Norwood selectmen deadlocked 2-2 on a food license for a proposed $1 million Taco Bell showcase at Route 1 and Dean Street, pitting Chairman John Kinnaly against William Butters and Gary Lee.