After 56 years of serving the Norwood community, iconic family restaurant Olde Colonial Café closes its doors as owner Paul Angelo retires.
Winsmith Mill Transformed into Eclectic Shopping Center and Creative Hub (CBS-4)-September 22, 2022
The historic 200-year-old Winsmith Mill in Norwood is successfully transformed into a bustling shopping marketplace, artist lofts, and music venue.
Boston’s Baddest Burger-August 10, 2012
Kevin Tortorella’s "Boston’s Baddest Burger" is now serving fresh, locally sourced breakfast and lunch options in Norwood and Boston, marking the town's first fully licensed food truck.
Free Alcohol Awareness Seminars for Local Liquor Licensees-August 29, 1994
The Board of Health and police department team up to offer free autumn alcohol awareness seminars for Norwood barkeepers, focusing on fake IDs and responsible beverage service
Raytheon Seeks Buyer for Route 1 Site-August 27, 1993
Defense contractor Raytheon Co. puts its historic 20-acre Route 1 manufacturing and warehouse site on the market for $18 million, drawing early interest from commercial developers.
Norwood Store Still Spins Sales with 45s-October 5, 1992
Peter's Records One Stop on Route 1 in Norwood continues to thrive as a half-million-dollar wholesale business specializing in vinyl 45s, oldies, and jukebox supplies.
Norwood Trophy Assets Sold-July 28, 1990
Following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, Norwood Trophy & Engraving Co. Inc. sold its assets to Providence-based Emblem & Badge Inc. in July 1990.
Selectmen Grant Carla’s Restaurant 10-Year Lease on Former Town Fire Station-September 7, 1989
Overriding explicit objections from Town Counsel Justin Barton, the Board of Selectmen voted last night to award Carla's Restaurant a fresh 10-year lease for its home inside the former municipal … Continue reading Selectmen Grant Carla’s Restaurant 10-Year Lease on Former Town Fire Station-September 7, 1989
Dedham Medical Associates and Harvard Community Health Plan Open 23,000-Square-Foot Medical Facility on Route 1 at River Ridge Complex-September 13, 1988
Dedham Medical Associates and Harvard Community Health Plan open a 23,000-square-foot medical facility on Route 1 at River Ridge, staffed initially by five doctors.
Puritan Furniture Draws Smaller Crowd and Steady Bargain Hunters-September 8, 1988
The second day of the federal bankruptcy court-ordered liquidation auction at Puritan Furniture on Lenox Street brings smaller crowds, heavy bargain hunting, and minor shopper disputes.