The plan on pages 20 and 21 for the center of Norwood is an integral part of the general plan proposed for the Town as a whole. The development of … Continue reading 1923 Planning Board Report-Plan for the Vicinity of Center of the Town
Market and Central Street Relocation
This September 1910 plan of John E. Smith's Estate shows a very different downtown area than we recognize today. At that time, Market street ran from Old Parish Cemetery to … Continue reading Market and Central Street Relocation
Honoring Norwood’s Veterans
Norwood has a long history of proud military service, going back as far as the Colonial Wars, and the town and townspeople have done an excellent job of paying tribute … Continue reading Honoring Norwood’s Veterans
Puritan Furniture
In 1911, William Aho and his wife Aino immigrated to the United States from Finland and settled in Massachusetts. By the following year, William had opened the Thrift Furniture Shop … Continue reading Puritan Furniture
Flood Revives Push For New Police StationThis Day in Norwood History-August 9, 1998
Despite previous failures, new vote likely in Norwood Dean Raymond, identification specialist with the Norwood Police Department, looked over ruins of the station’s roil call room on June 14. About … Continue reading Flood Revives Push For New Police StationThis Day in Norwood History-August 9, 1998
Veterans Monument Dedicated-This Day in Norwood History- September 15, 1991
The Norwood Veterans Monument Committee is holding a dedication ceremony for the monument today at noon. The theme of the 20-foot high “Protectors of the American Way” monument depicts our … Continue reading Veterans Monument Dedicated-This Day in Norwood History- September 15, 1991
Nahatan St Bridge Dedicated to George T Lee-This Day in Norwood History-September 27, 1988
Thousands of motorists who drive over the Nahatan Street bridge will now be paying honor to Norwood's most decorated war hero. The bridge was dedicated Sunday with a bronze plaque … Continue reading Nahatan St Bridge Dedicated to George T Lee-This Day in Norwood History-September 27, 1988
The Story of Norwood’s Eiffel Tower-This Day In Norwood History-August 28, 1985
This Day In Norwood History-August 28, 1985-The Story of Norwood's Eiffel Tower
Norwood Fire Destroys Auto Parts Building, Former Village Hall-This Day In Norwood History-April 15, 1964
NORWOOD — A general alarm fire destroyed an auto parts building and an adjoining vacant structure at Nahatan st. and Broadway, just off the business district, at 10:30 Tuesday night. … Continue reading Norwood Fire Destroys Auto Parts Building, Former Village Hall-This Day In Norwood History-April 15, 1964
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony To Open Sears New Sears Store Wednesday-This Day in Norwood History-January 5, 1961
Sears, Roebuck and Co.'» now Norwood store will be opened in brief ribbon-cutting ceremonies next Wednesday morning. Company officials will be (joined by Town Manager Walter Blasenak and other governmental … Continue reading Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony To Open Sears New Sears Store Wednesday-This Day in Norwood History-January 5, 1961