High-Stakes Overhaul for the Historical Village Inn-This Day in Norwood History-June 28, 1978

A 1978 town hall showdown unloads a $100,000 renovation plan for The Village Inn amidst a staggering $700,000 municipal energy deficit.

Two groups debating school budget with signs reading Teachers & Students (YES!) and Taxpayers & Fiscal Responsibility (NO!)

Norwood Politics, School Battles & Election Recounts-This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1978

A 1978 political firestorm hits Norwood as a tight selectman recount unseals ballots, school budgets trigger a massive lawsuit, and an assessor candidate alleges age bias.

Delayed Computer Billing Receipts Spark Optimistic Tax Forecasts-This Day In Norwood History-June 18, 1974

Selectmen and assessors leverage delayed electric receipts and cherry sheet funds to keep tax rates at 39.