Superintendent Dr. Philip O. Coakley informed the Norwood School Committee that no companies submitted bids to supply 110,000 gallons of No. 5 heating oil for town schools due to quotas, shortages, and environmental regulations.
New Norwood Library Director Barbara A. Jordan Cites Changes in Profession-July 31, 1968
Miss Barbara A. Jordan assumed her role as the new director of the Morrill Memorial Library, highlighting modern technological and professional shifts in library science.
Selectmen Consider Abandoning Willett Parkway Amid Discussions on Gravel Removal, Industry, and Conservation-July 29, 1965
Norwood selectmen discussed abandoning Willett Parkway to clear access roads, while Barcolene Inc. proposed a new Lennox Street plant amid local zoning debates.
DPW Adds Safety Measures At Route 1A Detour Site / Group Cites Need For New School-November 6, 1964
Following fatal crashes, DPW crews added reflectorized lines and signage to the Route 1 detour in Sharon, while Norwood residents debate a $525,000 Morrill Memorial Library addition and Cleveland School petition.
Town Meeting Approves Balch and Cleveland School Additions-October 23, 1964
Norwood voters overwhelmingly approved additions for the Balch and Cleveland schools during a town meeting session that also addressed Morrill Memorial Library plans and Plimpton Press electrical upgrades.
Proposed Norwood Medical Arts Building and School Committee Budget Decisions-October 31, 1963
Architectural plans were unveiled for the proposed Norwood Medical Arts Building, while the School Committee voted to release its 1964 budget and adopted a new extended sick leave policy for teachers.
Expansion Proposals Compared By Morrill Memorial Library Trustees-This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1963
This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1963-Expansion Proposals Compared By Morrill Memorial Library Trustees
Charles Joyce Appointed New Morrill Memorial Library Director-November 8, 1962
Charles Joyce takes over as director of the Morrill Memorial Library succeeding Edna Phillips, while town manager Walter Blasenak reviews civil defense shelters and the Peabody School honors retiring director Blanch Kingsbury.
Mark 44th Anniversary Of Lithuanian Independence-This Day in Norwood History-February 15, 1962
SIGNS PROCLAMATION — Town Manager Waiter Blasenak has signed a proclamation designating Friday, February 16, as Lithuanian Independence Day in Norwood. Present to witness the signing as members of the … Continue reading Mark 44th Anniversary Of Lithuanian Independence-This Day in Norwood History-February 15, 1962
Talk of the Town-April 27, 1961
Norwood moves through late April 1961 with its usual blend of civic pride, community bustle, and mid‑century optimism. From Eagle Scout honors and Chamber of Commerce events to bowling triumphs … Continue reading Talk of the Town-April 27, 1961