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Tag: Needham

August 2, 1986August 22, 2026 georgenhs Fun, Public Health, Recreation, This Day In Norwood History

Mosquitoes Taking a Bite Out of Summer Fun-August 2, 1986

A heavy surge of rain-hatched mosquitoes flooded Norwood, Dedham, and Needham, sparking over 100 complaints per day to the Norfolk County Mosquito Control Project.

September 29, 1975September 22, 2026 georgenhs Football, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Mustangs Edge Out Needham 12-7 Behind Defensive Stand and Mike Gulla’s Two Touchdowns-September 29, 1975

Mike Gulla scores two touchdowns and the Norwood defense holds firm as the Mustangs defeat Needham 12-7 in a hard-fought Bay State League football contest.

July 27, 1974July 26, 2026 georgenhs Housing, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Appeals Board Denies Permit For South Norwood Development-July 27, 1974

The Norwood Appeals Board rejected a nine-acre duplex development by Hobbs Realty Trust due to severe flooding risks, drainage issues, and emergency vehicle access concerns.

Three people reviewing municipal transportation contracts and documents in an office with filing cabinets and a map on the wall
June 26, 1974July 19, 2026 georgenhs Infrastrcture, This Day In Norwood History, Town Government

FinCom Summons James Capaldo in Garbage Contract Investigation-June 26, 1974

A heated public trust battle deepens in Norwood as a plumbing inspector refuses to testify, forcing watchdogs to deploy full town charter powers. Categories: Town Government, Municipal Finance

July 21, 1972July 20, 2026 georgenhs Baseball, This Day In Norwood History

Zone 6A American Legion Baseball: A Tie for the Ages-This Day In Norwood History-July 21, 1972

In a crucial Zone 6A American Legion baseball game, Norwood and Needham battled to a 1-1 tie. The game was highlighted by dominant pitching performances from Xaverian's Chris Dixon and Catholic Memorial's Burt Bornstein.

July 10, 1972July 19, 2026 georgenhs Baseball, Sports, This Day In Norwood History

Linehan Pitches Shutout, Dixon Homers in Norwood Victory-July 10, 1972

On July 9, 1972, the Norwood American Legion baseball team showcased a dominant performance in Zone 6A play, securing a 2-0 victory over Needham. The triumph was fueled by an … Continue reading Linehan Pitches Shutout, Dixon Homers in Norwood Victory-July 10, 1972

Worn baseball glove with scuffed baseball inside on wooden bench in dugout
July 17, 1970July 19, 2026 georgenhs Baseball, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood and Needham Secure Victories in American Legion Baseball-July 17, 1970

Norwood has now won three straight games as they aim to challenge Walpole for the Zone 6B lead, while Needham improved their record to 7-1.

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