The expansion aims to address the critical need for increased bed capacity, support services, and advanced medical units, as outlined by consulting firm Medicus Planning, Inc.
Ethnic Diversity a Source of Pride as Norwood Prepares for Comprehensive Master Plan and Zoning Overhaul-August 18, 1988
As Norwood celebrates the harmonious ethnic diversity of South Norwood, town planner Sharon Wason leads a $135,000 master plan initiative to overhaul zoning and protect residential neighborhoods.
Zoning Board of Appeals Set to Review Norwood Hospital Expansion Plans Following Purchase Agreement-August 17, 1979
Building Inspector John E. Grover confirmed that Norwood Hospital must secure zoning board special permits for its Civic Center expansion as officials prepare for an August 23 groundbreaking.
Lofty Solution Possible For Hospital Expansion-September 5, 1975
Norwood Airport officials reveal that 1973 changes to flight path glide slopes may allow Norwood Hospital to build higher on its current site, challenging relocation theories.
Hospital Study Committee Recommends Four Alternate Sites for Recreation Complex-August 17, 1976
If Norwood Hospital expands onto the Civic Center site, a study committee recommended four alternate locations for a new recreation complex, prioritizing an Olympic pool and comprehensive athletic facilities.
Proposed Land Swap Between Norwood Civic Center and Hospital Expansion Site Generates Mixed Reactions-August 17, 1974
Candidate Francis J. Keady proposed trading the Norwood Civic Center for the hospital's 24-acre Walpole expansion site, drawing skepticism from town manager John P. Mogan and selectman Joseph W. Wall.
Engineers Estimate $532,000 Cost for University Avenue Extension-September 4, 1970
A four-month overdue engineering study prepared by Boston-based consultants Fay, Spofford & Thorndike Inc. at a cost of $8,000 has placed an estimated price tag of $532,000 on the proposed … Continue reading Engineers Estimate $532,000 Cost for University Avenue Extension-September 4, 1970
Polaroid Plans Multi-Million Dollar Film Processing Complex on Forbes Estate-August 26, 1965
Polaroid Corporation announced plans for a $9 million film processing complex on the Forbes Estate, contingent on a Norwood town meeting zoning change.
Planning Board Launch Master Plan Study for 200-Acre “Meadows” Tract-August 23, 1965
Backed by a $10,000 town appropriation, the Norwood Planning Board is launching a master plan study to guide industrial development across the 200-acre Route 1 Meadows tract.
School Building Committee Votes to Recommend Addition to Cleveland School-August 16, 1963
By a 3-2 vote, Norwood's Elementary School Building Committee recommended an eight-room addition to the Cleveland School rather than constructing a new facility on Wilson Street.