The existing through streets of Norwood, as shown above, were laid out in times before the construction of the steam railroads, before the large industries were established, and, of course, … Continue reading 1923 Planning Board Report-Existing North-South Through Streets
1923 Planning Board Report-Development of Clark Swamp District
The built-up area of Norwood is gradually approaching the margins of the Clark Swamp district. Under good or bad planning this entire neighborhood is destined to be crossed by streets … Continue reading 1923 Planning Board Report-Development of Clark Swamp District
New Look For An Old Norwood Landmark-This Day in Norwood History-July 31, 2014
⠀ A dilapidated 19th-century Victorian mansion at 46 Pleasant Street in Norwood has been brilliantly restored by owners Jacinta Murphy and Jim Murray, complete with eye-catching lion and unicorn statues.
People Make Olde Derby Village Special-June 18, 1993
A deep dive into a mid-80s Norwood residential complex reveals how a diverse mix of commuters and families built an uncommonly close neighborhood oasis.
Security Grant For Elderly Housing Complex-July 10, 1979
On July 10, 1979, state Rep. Gregory Sullivan announced that an $85,000 grant had been secured to improve living conditions at an elderly housing complex located on Adams, Nahatan, and … Continue reading Security Grant For Elderly Housing Complex-July 10, 1979
Norwood Officials Weigh Proposed 150-Unit Low-Income Apartment Complex-August 7, 1978
Facing a resubmitted federal funding application and revised plans from developer Franklin Simon for a 150-unit apartment complex on Walpole and Wilson streets, Norwood officials consulted special counsel Charles Donahue about reopening their 1974 housing appeal.
Norwood Aged Housing Project Gets Approvals-July 19, 1977
Stonebridge Apartments The zoning board of appeals made a pivotal decision on the evening of July 19, 1977, unanimously granting a special exception and two variances to permit the construction … Continue reading Norwood Aged Housing Project Gets Approvals-July 19, 1977
Housing Authority Forced to Abandon Two Sites for Low-Income Family Housing-August 7, 1970
acing strict rezoning hurdles on Pellana Road and prohibitive development costs in the Sumner-Union Street wetlands, the Norwood Housing Authority dropped two prospective sites for its 20-unit family housing initiative.⠀
In Memoriam-John A. Abdallah
Deceased • November 11, 1968 John A. Abdallah served the Town of Norwood as a Selectman for four full three-year terms and served as its Chairman in 1967. At the … Continue reading In Memoriam-John A. Abdallah
Would Build 37 Apartments At Page’s Field-This Day in Norwood History-January 23, 1964
Proposed construction 37 town house apartments in Norwood was discussed informally before the Board of Appeals Tuesday night by builder Michael Stiveletta. Stiveletta is considering construction of five multiple dwelling … Continue reading Would Build 37 Apartments At Page’s Field-This Day in Norwood History-January 23, 1964