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August 24, 1988August 21, 2026 georgenhs Public Safety, This Day In Norwood History

Study Warns Chemicals and Leaking Sewers Threaten Drinking Water Wells-August 24, 1988

A two-year DEQE study reveals that industrial chemicals and leaky sewer pipes threaten drinking water wells serving Canton, Norwood, Dedham, and Westwood.

September 5, 1979September 4, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Town Manager Explores Underground Lines to Resolve Buckmaster Pond Dispute-September 5, 1979

A long-standing inter-municipal dispute between Norwood and Westwood over control of Buckmaster Pond may be moving toward a permanent resolution. Town Manager John J. Carroll informed selectmen last night that … Continue reading Town Manager Explores Underground Lines to Resolve Buckmaster Pond Dispute-September 5, 1979

Series of tall metal power transmission towers with electrical wires over fields and hills
June 26, 1968July 19, 2026 georgenhs DPW, Infrastrcture, Public Works, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Voters To Consider Lighting Funds-June 26, 1968

The Finance Commission backs the utility expansion alongside a $163,000 sewer construction article, while the town master plan is deferred.

July 29, 1953July 29, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Utilities

Residents Oppose Planned Electricity Lines-July 29, 1953

Norwood residents protested a $2.3-million high-voltage power line proposal at a selectmen's meeting, raising concerns over property values and eminent domain.

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