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March 12, 2026April 22, 2026 georgenhs In Memoriam

In Memory of Timothy J. McDonough (February 21, 1965 โ€“ March 12, 2026)

A Life of Service, Community, and Unwavering Norwood Pride On March 12, 2026, the Town of Norwood lost one of its most dedicated public servants and most beloved neighbors with … Continue reading In Memory of Timothy J. McDonough (February 21, 1965 โ€“ March 12, 2026)

August 22, 1984August 22, 2026 georgenhs Infrastrcture, This Day In Norwood History

SOfficials Tour Ellis Pond Dam and Meadow Brook Sites-August 22, 1984

State Waterways Director John J. Hannon joined Norwood officials to inspect Ellis Pond Dam and the Meadow Brook watershed, targeting $850,000 in state funds toward critical flood mitigation.

August 22, 1979August 22, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Conservation Commission Approves Proposed Auto Body Shop Near Hawes Brook-August 22, 1979

Despite angry protests from South Norwood residents over flooding and pollution risks near Hawes Brook, the Conservation Commission approved strict environmental conditions for a new auto body shop.

August 8, 1979August 6, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Conservation Commission Faces Angry Residents Over Proposed Washington Street Auto Body Shop-August 8, 1979

Amid fierce opposition from South Norwood homeowners concerned over Hawes Brook flooding and pollution hazards, the Norwood Conservation Commission reviewed safety plans for a proposed auto body shop on Washington Street.

July 27, 1974July 26, 2026 georgenhs Housing, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Appeals Board Denies Permit For South Norwood Development-July 27, 1974

The Norwood Appeals Board rejected a nine-acre duplex development by Hobbs Realty Trust due to severe flooding risks, drainage issues, and emergency vehicle access concerns.

July 7, 1971July 19, 2026 georgenhs Bars & Restaurants, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Town Business and Planning Updates-July 8, 1971

At a meeting held on July 7, 1971, the Norwood Housing Authority received positive news regarding the proposed expansion of local housing for the elderly. Executive Director Lawrence J. O'Brien … Continue reading Norwood Town Business and Planning Updates-July 8, 1971

October 2, 1945September 23, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Town Government

Bathing Conditions Studied at Willett Pond & Hawes Pool-This Day in Norwood History-October 2, 1945

This Day in Norwood History-October 2, 1945-Bathing Conditions Studied at Willett Pond & Hawes Pool

October 2, 1945September 23, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Town Government

Bathing Conditions Studied at Willett Pond & Hawes Pool-This Day in Norwood History-October 2, 1945

This Day in Norwood History-October 2, 1945-Bathing Conditions Studied at Willett Pond & Hawes Pool

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