Nine-Year Investigation Yields Three-Phase Strategy to Address New England's Worst PCB Contamination at Audubon Road Site, with Public Hearing Scheduled at Town Hall Federal and state officials are unveiling a … Continue reading Officials Unveil $16 Million Cleanup Plan for PCB-Contaminated Property on Route 1-August 10, 1989
Selectmen Move Meeting to First Floor Following Accessibility Complaint-July 23, 1985
On July 23, 1985, the Norwood Board of Selectmen relocated their scheduled evening session from the third-floor chambers to a first-floor room in Memorial Hall. The venue change was instituted … Continue reading Selectmen Move Meeting to First Floor Following Accessibility Complaint-July 23, 1985
Town hall repairs on the way-June 22, 1981
Water leaks and weathering threaten a local landmark, prompting municipal leaders to search for an expert restoration architect.
Road Resurfacing Project in Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-July 21, 1978
Faced with decades of neglected road maintenance, Norwood officials debated an ambitious $1.9 million resurfacing plan in 1978. While proponents saw it as a path to smooth roads, others questioned the feasibility of the massive effort.
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.
Norwood Town Hall Refurbishing Project Nears Completion-August 5, 1977
Town Manager John P. Mogan announced that Norwood's $18,000 town hall refurbishing project, featuring landscape updates and the dramatic restoration of Memorial Hall's north stained-glass window, is nearing completion.
Polaroid to Hold Special Public Meeting on Proposed $9 Million Film Processing Complex-August 31, 1965
Representatives of the Polaroid Corporation met with town officials on Tuesday night, agreeing to host a special public informational meeting to outline their ambitious plans for a potential $9 million … Continue reading Polaroid to Hold Special Public Meeting on Proposed $9 Million Film Processing Complex-August 31, 1965
Norwood School Board Seat Vacant After Member Enters Army-This Day In Norwood History-May 8, 1942
Norwood’s School Committee found itself one member short this week after Committeeman William F. J. Nolen entered the United States Army. Nolen is the second town official to leave for … Continue reading Norwood School Board Seat Vacant After Member Enters Army-This Day In Norwood History-May 8, 1942