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September 10, 1991September 9, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

British Bird-Control Firm Ousts Pigeons from Norwood Town Hall Ledges-September 10, 1991

British firm Norwood Bird Master successfully installs stainless steel netting and high-tension wire on Town Hall ledges, ending a stubborn pigeon infestation for $1,750.

September 22, 1982September 17, 2026 georgenhs Bars & Restaurants, This Day In Norwood History

Sole Proposal to Lease Historic Old Fire Station for Italian Restaurant Draws Mixed Selectmen Response-September 22, 1982

Carla Foley submits the sole bid to lease Norwood's historic old fire station for a new Italian restaurant, sparking debate among selectmen over municipal needs.

September 17, 1980September 17, 2026 georgenhs School Construction, This Day In Norwood History

Fate of Winslow School Property Uncertain as Selectmen Reject All Bids-September 17, 1980

Norwood selectmen reject all four development bids for the former Winslow School property, leaving the site's future uncertain.

July 9, 1980July 19, 2026 georgenhs Infrastrcture, Recreation, This Day In Norwood History

Armory Still Eyed for Municipal Use-July 9, 1980

Discover the 1980 efforts by town leadership to acquire the Norwood Armory from the state, following legislative changes and the recent Civic Center location shift.

September 11, 1973September 9, 2026 georgenhs Nature, This Day In Norwood History

Finance Commission Delays Decision on Ellis Pond Conservation Purchase-September 11, 1973

The Finance Commission postpones a vote on acquiring Ellis Pond for $140,000, awaiting a formal recommendation from selectmen amid debates over high development costs.

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