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October 18, 1982October 17, 2026 georgenhs Human Interest, This Day In Norwood History

Young Norwood Mechanic Builds Custom MG-Jeep Hybrid-October 18, 1982

The Birth of a Bright Yellow Hybrid-October 18, 1982 Motorists traveling around Norwood have likely caught sight of an unusual, eye-catching vehicle cruising local streets. From a distance, the bright … Continue reading Young Norwood Mechanic Builds Custom MG-Jeep Hybrid-October 18, 1982

October 16, 1974October 15, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Fire Department, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Firefighters Deliver Healthy Baby Girl in Unexpected Home Emergency-October 16, 1974

Quick-thinking Norwood firefighters James Flaherty and Donald Towne deliver a healthy baby girl at home after an emergency call from machinist Thomas McDonough.

February 20, 1964July 19, 2026 georgenhs Champions, Hockey, Sports, This Day In Norwood History

Hockey Team Takes Bay State League Title-This Day in Norwood History-February 20, 1964

VICTORY PARADE—The Norwood High School Hockey Team clinched the Bay State League title with an impressive 3 to 1 win over Needham on Saturday night, and an impromptu victory parade … Continue reading Hockey Team Takes Bay State League Title-This Day in Norwood History-February 20, 1964

February 20, 1964July 19, 2026 georgenhs Champions, Hockey, Sports, This Day In Norwood History

Hockey Players Tell Why They Wanted The Championship-This Day in Norwood History-February 20, 1964

Sports writer Frank Wall asked the members of the Norwood High School hockey team why they wanted to win the Bay State League crowd. Here are, their answers: CAP. JACK … Continue reading Hockey Players Tell Why They Wanted The Championship-This Day in Norwood History-February 20, 1964

February 24, 1955November 3, 2026 georgenhs Crime, This Day In Norwood History

Judge Orders Most Evidence Be Shown to Defense in Geraldine Annese Murder Case-February 24, 1955

Goldstein To See State Exhibits Of Entire Case In an unprecedented ruling, Superior Court Judge Frank J. Donahue has ordered Norfolk County to turn over to the defense practically all … Continue reading Judge Orders Most Evidence Be Shown to Defense in Geraldine Annese Murder Case-February 24, 1955

July 29, 1939July 29, 2026 georgenhs Religion, This Day In Norwood History

Buildings Are Being Razed Clearing Site For Convent-July 29, 1939

This Day In Norwood History-July 29, 1939-Buildings Are Being Razed Clearing Site For Convent

July 27, 1895July 8, 2025 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Arrest For Overdriving a Horse-This Day In Norwood History-July 27, 1895

This Day In Norwood History-July 27, 1895-Arrest For Overdriving a Horse

July 6, 1889September 28, 2026 georgenhs Talk of the Town, This Day In Norwood History

Talk Of The Town-July 6, 1889

A chaotic post‑Fourth week in Norwood brings a 19‑7 ball‑field thrashing, runaway horse disasters, and a ban on foot‑powered sidewalk speedsters.

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