The blue outline denotes the area of the Pale of Settlement. All of the Jewish families that lived in Norwood in the early 1900s recorded their nationality as “Russian.” In … Continue reading Norwood’s Jewish Community
Norwood Heads to Court with Auto Dealer Ernie Boch-October 17, 1990
Dealership Dispute Headed to Norfolk Superior Court After five weeks of stalled negotiations and failed attempts to reach an out-of-court compromise, the town of Norwood is officially preparing to face … Continue reading Norwood Heads to Court with Auto Dealer Ernie Boch-October 17, 1990
Higher Demand Puts Price on Fingerprinting in Norwood-October 17, 1989
A Surge in Demand Strains Police Resources While surrounding municipalities continue to provide the service at no charge, the Norwood Police Department has instituted a new fee for public fingerprinting … Continue reading Higher Demand Puts Price on Fingerprinting in Norwood-October 17, 1989
Selectmen Vote to Ban “Brown-Bagging” of Alcohol in All Local Restaurants-October 16, 1986
Patrons accustomed to bringing their own wine or beer to local dining establishments will soon have to change their habits. The Board of Selectmen voted last night to institute a … Continue reading Selectmen Vote to Ban “Brown-Bagging” of Alcohol in All Local Restaurants-October 16, 1986
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
The Town Manager and the Social Security District Manager-October 18, 1979
Residents walking through Norwood frequently stop in their tracks when they run into James J. Kelly, offering cheerful greetings of, "Hi John, how's things going?" It is rarely a matter … Continue reading The Town Manager and the Social Security District Manager-October 18, 1979
Controversial Town Towing Policy Reaches Boiling Point-October 16, 1978
Selectmen Weigh Adding a Fourth Contractor- A long-standing municipal debate over Norwood's official police towing rotation is set to reach a dramatic head tonight, as the Board of Selectmen prepares … Continue reading Controversial Town Towing Policy Reaches Boiling Point-October 16, 1978
New Registrar of Motor Vehicles Clement Riley to Take Oath at Ill Mother’s Bedside-December 13, 1957
NEW REGISTRAR OF MOTOR VEHICLES AND FAMILY—Clement A. Riley of Norwood and wife pose with daughters, Maureen G. Riley, 20, left, and Mrs. Barbara Catalano. In an unusual ceremony, Clement … Continue reading New Registrar of Motor Vehicles Clement Riley to Take Oath at Ill Mother’s Bedside-December 13, 1957
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
Westover Sold To Boston Group On $277,500 Bid-January 21, 1954
Local Group Topped After Tie Offer George Willett's preliminary plan for Westover Estates. After weeks of negotiations by opposing factions, marked by repeated hearings, conferences, and delays, Westover has at … Continue reading Westover Sold To Boston Group On $277,500 Bid-January 21, 1954