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June 24, 1983July 19, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Police Department, Public Safety, This Day In Norwood History

Police Chief James F. Curran To Officially Retire Next Week-June 24, 1983

Incoming Chief Arthur V. Deutesh, a New York Police Captain, delays his arrival until August pending final transition talks with selectmen.

September 11, 1981September 10, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Police Department, This Day In Norwood History

Westwood Police Lt. George DiBlasi Named Norwood Police Chief-September 11, 1981

Town Manager John J. Carroll selects Westwood Police Lt. George DiBlasi to serve as Norwood's new police chief, succeeding retired Chief James F. Curran.

September 4, 1981September 3, 2026 georgenhs Local Business History, This Day In Norwood History

Neighbors Demand McDonald’s Shutdown Following Brutal Assault-September 4, 1981

The vicious late-night beating of a local resident by three youths has ignited fierce outrage among homeowners in a residential development off Union Street, prompting an organized neighborhood campaign to … Continue reading Neighbors Demand McDonald’s Shutdown Following Brutal Assault-September 4, 1981

Twin-engine Chieftain Air plane with pilots starting takeoff on cracked runway
July 3, 1981July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Airport Manager Urges Community Cooperation on Low-Flying Aircraft-July 3, 1981

As the summer of 1981 reached its peak, Norwood Airport Manager John Dalton issued an urgent appeal to residents living in the vicinity of the municipal airport, requesting their active … Continue reading Airport Manager Urges Community Cooperation on Low-Flying Aircraft-July 3, 1981

June 17, 1981July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Town Government

Police Overtime Pay Causes Flap-June 17, 1981

Selectmen Spar Over Fat Paychecks Following Around-The-Clock Housebreak Investigation One policeman got $536 in overtime pay last week. Another got $337. And two selectmen say that’s too much. "It’s not … Continue reading Police Overtime Pay Causes Flap-June 17, 1981

August 26, 1980August 25, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Recreation, This Day In Norwood History

Inaugural Summerfest Concludes Successful 15-Week Run-August 26, 1980

The inaugural Summerfest concert series concluded a successful 15-week run on the town common, while preparations begin for the Labor Day telethon and the upcoming school year.

August 16, 1976August 15, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Neighborhood Residents Favor Using Phased-Out Shattuck School for Elderly Housing-August 16, 1976

Reflecting positive neighborhood sentiment, local residents near Fulton and Nahatan streets voiced strong support for converting the phased-out Shattuck School into senior housing.

1960s Metropolitan Police helmet, uniform, baton, handcuffs, gloves, whistle, badge, and notebook on wooden desk
July 9, 1965July 19, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Police Department, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Police Chief James M. Murphy Proposes New Safety Initiatives-July 9, 1965

Discover the 1965 tactical initiatives of the Norwood Police Department, including the creation of a 15-man riot squad and proposals for walkie-talkies and police dogs to enhance town safety.

July 2, 1964July 19, 2026 georgenhs Crime, Schools, This Day In Norwood History

Rocks Shatter Windows At New Oldham School, Damage Heavy-This Day in Norwood History-July 2, 1964

This Day in Norwood History-July 2, 1964-Rocks Shatter Windows At New Oldham School, Damage Heavy

June 3, 1954July 19, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Police Department, Police, Public Safety, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Police Department On Memorial Day 1954-This Day in Norwood History-June 3, 1954

June 3, 1954-Norwood Police Department On Memorial Day 1954

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