In 1978, Bill Murray—unable to attend classes due to osteogenesis imperfecta—became Norwood High’s valedictorian, breaking new ground for accessibility, educational rights, and home‑tutored achievement.
Airport Noise Plan Met Favorably-June 2, 1978
On June 2, 1978, the Massachusetts Aeronautics Commission reviewed Norwood’s proposed 87‑decibel jet noise limit—an unprecedented local‑state effort blending pilots, operators, and neighborhood groups in a rare alliance to curb airport noise.
Overcoming Apathy—The 509 Graduates of the Class of 1974-This Day in Norwood History-June 2, 1974
Under warm June skies, 509 Norwood seniors graduated in 1974, highlighted by a valedictory call to reject apathy and embrace personal and civic responsibility.
The Battle Over Norwood’s “Last Large Subdivision”-June 2, 1969
Driftwood Circle (Google Maps) By the late 1960s, the post-war housing boom that had rapidly transformed the landscape of Norfolk County was rapidly running out of room. In Norwood, a … Continue reading The Battle Over Norwood’s “Last Large Subdivision”-June 2, 1969
St Catherine’s To Have First Service of Ordination-This Day in Norwood History-June 2, 1955
This Day in Norwood History-June 2, 1955-St Catherine's To Have First Service of Ordination
36 Units Set For CYO Competition At Arena Sunday-This Day in Norwood History-June 2, 1949
Three Norwood Corps Will Vie For Honors TO COMPETE AT ARENA SUNDAY—Shown above are some of the boys and girls who will compile in the lSth Annual Drum and Bugle … Continue reading 36 Units Set For CYO Competition At Arena Sunday-This Day in Norwood History-June 2, 1949
Lydon Assumes Chief of Police Post in Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-June 2, 1946
Thomas C. Lydon Assumes Duties as Norwood’s New Chief of Police NORWOOD — May 31, 1945 — A familiar figure in Norwood law enforcement stepped into the town’s highest police … Continue reading Lydon Assumes Chief of Police Post in Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-June 2, 1946
First Annual Bay State Track Meet In Norwood-This Day in Norwood History-June 2, 1939
State Track Official Praises First Bay State League Meet to Be Held in Norwood NORWOOD — Final preparations were completed today for the first annual Bay State League Track Meet, … Continue reading First Annual Bay State Track Meet In Norwood-This Day in Norwood History-June 2, 1939
Memorial Day Observed in Schools, Morning & Evening Exercises Around Norwood-This Day in Norwood History-June 2, 1905
This Day in Norwood History-June 2, 1905-Memorial Day Observed in Schools, Morning & Evening Exercises Around Norwood