Norwood Selectmen Authorize Teen Roller Hockey Games at Norwood Depot Parking Lot-August 11, 1994

Following a request by resident Joseph Fitzgerald and support from the MBTA, Norwood selectmen unanimously voted to allow teenagers to play weekend roller hockey in the lighted parking lot behind Norwood Depot.

Planning Board Proposes Water Resources Protection District to Safeguard Ellis Well Field-August 14, 1984

Norwood's planning board voted to place a water resources protection district zoning bylaw on the September 24 special town meeting warrant to protect the Ellis Avenue well field.

Talk of the Town-July 20, 1981

Christi McKeen Her Summer Work Is Placing Stray Animals ❦ âť– ❦ If you're in the market for a dog, cat, or even a seagull, Christi McKeen is the person … Continue reading Talk of the Town-July 20, 1981

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.

Opening Salvos Fired in School Budget Battle-June 15, 1978

A $126,000 budget variance, classroom ratio disputes, and proposals to redistribute students stir debate at Norwood Town Meeting.

Parking Proposals in Norwood-July 31, 1963

The Patriot Ledger's July 31, 1963 edition brought forth a plethora of news stories that captivated the residents of Norwood and surrounding areas. Among these was the Parking Commission's meeting … Continue reading Parking Proposals in Norwood-July 31, 1963

15 Candidates To Face League Of Women Voters-This Day in Norwood History-January 5, 1961

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS—The Norwood League of Women Voten held a board meeting at the home of Mrs. George B. Johnson, 77 Deerfield road, and made fine plans for Candidates' … Continue reading 15 Candidates To Face League Of Women Voters-This Day in Norwood History-January 5, 1961

Importance Of Each Vote-January 11, 1960

256 IMPORTANCE OF EACH VOTE is being highlighted in this poster issued by the new Norwood League of Women Voters. Left to right, Olive M. Dalton, president ; Daniel E. … Continue reading Importance Of Each Vote-January 11, 1960