A community open house highlights the brilliant, controversial legacy and European-inspired mansion of a local genius.
Old Fire Station Considered For Registry Office-June 23, 1970
Selectmen review conversion estimates to transform the historic Central and Nahatan street property into an RMV branch.
Dean Emeritus Returns to Play Carillon Bells-August 26, 1964
Dr. Kamiel LeFevere returns to play Norwood's municipal carillon, commemorating the bells installed in 1928 through the generosity of philanthropist Walter Tilton.
Eight-Room Addition to Cleveland School Recommended Over New Construction-August 16, 1963
Voting 3 to 2, the Elementary School Building Committee recommended an eight-room addition to the Cleveland School over building a new facility, setting a joint meeting with Superintendent Philip O. Coakley.
Talk of the Town-April 29, 1943
The passing of Edith Winslow Willett serves as a bridge to the era of George F. Willett, whose vision shaped the very Municipal Building where our leaders now plan for a post-war world. The zoning hearings regarding Attilio Balboni’s request to remove gravel at 321 Dean Street remind us that even amidst global conflict, the stewardship of Norwood’s land—a tradition dating back to the days of Aaron Guild—remains a sacred civic duty.
Fire Department’s New 70‑Hour Week Takes Effect in Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-May 8, 1942
Norwood’s Fire Department entered a new era this week as the long‑planned 70‑hour work schedule and two‑platoon system officially went into effect. The change, approved unanimously at the annual town … Continue reading Fire Department’s New 70‑Hour Week Takes Effect in Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-May 8, 1942
Norwood to Install Second Largest Carillon in the US-August 29, 1928
The town of Norwood is poised to house the second largest carillon in the United States with the arrival and installation of a magnificent set of bells in the tower … Continue reading Norwood to Install Second Largest Carillon in the US-August 29, 1928