Norwood's citizens mourned the passing of former Norwood Town Manager John Carroll, who passed away on February 25, 2023. Our "In Memoriam" article, published shortly after we received the sad … Continue reading Top This Day In Norwood History Posts of 2024, Number 1
Poll-Favorite “This Day In Norwood History” Article of February 2023
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In Memoriam-John J. Carroll
Norwood General Manager John J. Carroll (photo: Boston Globe) John J. Carroll 1928-2023 Born to Irish immigrant parents in Boston, John J. Carroll graduated with a civil engineering degree from … Continue reading In Memoriam-John J. Carroll
Norwood Officials Explore Moving Police and Fire Departments to Former Stop & Shop Building-October 5, 1994
Town Manager John Carroll outlines plans to move Norwood's cramped police and fire departments into the former Railroad Avenue Stop & Shop building.
Selectman Butters Defends Public Dispute with Town Manager and Police Chief as a Power Struggle-October 5, 1990
Norwood Selectman William Butters defends his clash with Town Manager John Carroll and Police Chief George DiBlasi as a struggle over administrative power.
Contractor Set to Replace Pipes in Norwood Three Months After Massive Asphalt Spill-August 4, 1989
Three months after a D.J. Cronin tanker truck crash dumped thousands of gallons of molten asphalt at Dean and Neponset streets, contractors are set to replace 1,450 feet of clogged drainage pipes.
Ethnic Diversity a Source of Pride as Norwood Prepares for Comprehensive Master Plan and Zoning Overhaul-August 18, 1988
As Norwood celebrates the harmonious ethnic diversity of South Norwood, town planner Sharon Wason leads a $135,000 master plan initiative to overhaul zoning and protect residential neighborhoods.
FinCom Explores Landing Fees to Offset Airport Liability Insurance Costs-August 7, 1986
Following a new five-year lease requiring the town to cover $19,356 in airport liability insurance, the Norwood Finance Commission asked town counsel if landing fees can be legally charged to pilots.
Norwood Seeking State Grant to Study Relocating DPW Garage from Town Center-September 26, 1985
Town Manager John J. Carroll announces Norwood is seeking up to $25,000 in state grants to study relocating the downtown DPW garage and opening the site for private commercial development.
Norwood Selectmen Blast Fire Department Over Malfunctioning Hydrants-August 7, 1985
Following three malfunctioning hydrants that severely hampered firefighting efforts at a Walnut Avenue garage blaze, selectmen demanded answers from Fire Chief Thomas Barry and public works officials.