OLD PARISH CEMETERY Colonial Wars Capt. William Bacon Rev. Thomas Balch William Ellis Revolutionary War William Comey Benjamin Dean Jonathan Dean William Dean Oliver Ellis Capt. Abel Everett Asa EverettCapt. … Continue reading Roll of Honor
Popular Patrolman Uno Carlson Bids Farewell After 35 Years-September 1, 1976
After 35 years of dedicated service to the Norwood Police Department—including 20 years patrolling the downtown business district on foot—64-year-old Patrolman Uno Carlson is officially hanging up his badge. To … Continue reading Popular Patrolman Uno Carlson Bids Farewell After 35 Years-September 1, 1976
School Board Confronts Stalled Teacher Negotiations and Implements Stricter High School Credit Policies-June 20, 1974
From 1912 chair distributions to honoring a World War II veteran patrolman, the school board settles wide dockets.
Norwood Police Chief James M. Murphy Dies At 54-November 23, 1973
J. M. Murphy, police chief of Norwood (photo credit: Lieutenant Brian P. Murphy) Norwood Police Chief James M. Murphy, 54, died yesterday at Norwood Hospital, where he was admitted Thanksgiving … Continue reading Norwood Police Chief James M. Murphy Dies At 54-November 23, 1973
Selectmen Initiate Monthly Security Briefings with Police Chief James M. Murphy Amid Local Vandalism-August 22, 1973
Norwood Selectmen and Police Chief James M. Murphy have instituted monthly security meetings to address rising vandalism and youth crime, beginning with an executive session regarding public safety.
Norwood Selectmen Scrutinize Ponderosa Lounge Liquor License and Police Reporting Procedures-August 2, 1972
The Norwood Board of Selectmen debated an alleged liquor license violation at the Ponderosa Lounge, with owner Daniel O'Leary denying unauthorized live musical entertainment.
Norwood Selectmen Delay Walpole Sewer Tie-In Amid Flooding Concerns and Scrutinize Police Logs-August 2, 1972
The Norwood Board of Selectmen delayed a proposed Walpole sewer tie-in agreement over flooding concerns, while Selectman William F. Butters clashed with Police Chief James M. Murphy over police logs.
Selectmen Butters and Wall Address Ponderosa Lounge Licensing Concerns-July 12, 1972
Following a summer schedule dispute, two selectmen met to handle town business, including a formal inquiry into local police reporting practices.
Selectmen Deny Permit for Central Street Youth Club Over Police Chief Objections-September 8, 1971
The Board of Selectmen unanimously denies a permit for a proposed Central Street youth club following a negative report and delinquency concerns raised by Police Chief James M. Murphy.
More Than 100 State Troopers and Dignitaries Pay Final Tribute to Trooper Robert J. MacDougall in Norwood-August 11, 1971
More than 100 state troopers, Lieutenant Governor Donald R. Dwight, and law enforcement delegations from across New England gathered at St. Catherine of Siena Church for the funeral of 25-year-old Trooper Robert J. MacDougall.