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October 18, 1993October 17, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Theatre, This Day In Norwood History

Garen Daly Breathes New Life Into Norwood Cinema-October 18, 1993

Reviving a Community Landmark-October 18, 1993 Garen Daly knows full well that the Norwood Cinema is no Wang Center. The 43-year-old theater director has no grand illusions of turning the … Continue reading Garen Daly Breathes New Life Into Norwood Cinema-October 18, 1993

October 15, 1982October 14, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Zoning

New England Home for Little Wanderers Fights to Keep Norwood Foster Program for Teenage Girls-October 15, 1982

Facing a cease and desist order from the building inspector, the New England Home for Little Wanderers appeals to keep its teenage foster home on Walpole Street.

October 12, 1979October 12, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

State Representative Gregory Sullivan Honors Francis and Lillian Shumski in Historic DAV Milestone-October 12, 1979

Norwood residents Francis and Lillian Shumski make DAV history as the first husband-and-wife duo to serve simultaneously as state commander and Women's Auxiliary commander.

October 16, 1978October 15, 2026 georgenhs Board of Selectmen, This Day In Norwood History

Controversial Town Towing Policy Reaches Boiling Point-October 16, 1978

Selectmen Weigh Adding a Fourth Contractor- A long-standing municipal debate over Norwood's official police towing rotation is set to reach a dramatic head tonight, as the Board of Selectmen prepares … Continue reading Controversial Town Towing Policy Reaches Boiling Point-October 16, 1978

October 18, 1976October 17, 2026 georgenhs bicentennial, Morrill Memorial Library, This Day In Norwood History

Library Exhibit Caps Bicentennial Celebration-October 18, 1976

The Morrill Memorial Library in Norwood opened a special exhibition of handcrafted Bicentennial projects yesterday, marking the official finale of the town's year-long 200th anniversary observance. Coordinated by adult services … Continue reading Library Exhibit Caps Bicentennial Celebration-October 18, 1976

October 18, 1972October 17, 2026 georgenhs Centennial, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Celebrates Centennial with Grand International Ball-October 18, 1972

A Night of Global Heritage and Local Celebration With vibrant costumes, traditional music, authentic dancing, and global cuisine, 1,000 Norwood revelers turned back the pages last night. Rather than stopping … Continue reading Norwood Celebrates Centennial with Grand International Ball-October 18, 1972

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