Municipal leaders face a tough infrastructure trade-off, electing to delay vital fire engine upgrades to eliminate persistent raw sewage backups in home cellars.
Auditorium Crowd Supports School Budget-June 8, 1978
A packed hearing at the Aaron Guild School turns into an arena of support for public education as town officials dispute FinCom's budget metrics.
Fire Chief’s Physical Fitness Program Sparks Union Friction-June 8, 1978
Labor tensions rise at the fire station as Union President Collins signals roll-call refusals against mandatory diagnostic health screenings.
Board Agrees on Postponement of School Renovation Article-June 8, 1971
A multi-million dollar architectural estimate nearly doubles expected costs for the burned-out Junior High South, prompting town leaders to delay action.
Norwood Oasis in Tension Era-June 8, 1968
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Is Norwood’s Willett School Crowded Before It Opens?-June 8, 1968
On the eve of its grand opening, a newly constructed neighborhood school faces immediate scrutiny over surging class size projections and miscalculated local birth rates.
Debated Hockey Report Approved-June 8, 1964
A four-hour executive session log sparks a bitter 4-3 split on the school board, exposing a deep clash over administrative power and stadium safety.
“Equal Pay” Law Applies To Only Two Women In Norwood Public Schools-This Day in Norwood History-June 8, 1947
June 8, 1947- "Only two women in the Norwood school system are entitled to salary equalization under the requirements of the so-called “equal pay" law it was determined by thel...."
Blaze In Norwood Barn Blamed On Busy Firebug-This Day In Norwood History-June 8, 1931
A vacant barn off Neponset Street becomes the latest target of a persistent fire bug who has struck seven times in two months.