A Changing Landscape on Route 1 Long-time Sumner Street resident Pauline Stonis, 71, can vividly recall when the Neponset Valley Ice Cream store stood virtually alone along Route 1 in … Continue reading From Manufacturing to Retail: The Evolution of Route 1 in Norwood-October 17, 1994
Norwood Couple Gertrude and Louis Feldman Prove Retirement is for Achieving-August 4, 1981
At 68 years old, Norwood residents Gertrude and Louis Feldman have thrown out the traditional retirement playbook, dedicating their time to tutoring schoolchildren in Roxbury and leading current-events discussions at the Ellis Nursing Center.
Norwood Airport Centennial Open House Draws Massive Crowds for Balloon Rides and Aviation Exhibits-July 31, 1972
Norwood Airport celebrated the town's centennial with a bustling weekend open house featuring hot air balloons, model airplane contests, and over 1,000 flights.
Another Bette, Or a New Star For Hollywood?-August 1, 1941
Norwood resident Marion Rosamond arrived in Hollywood to launch her acting career, facing both the challenge of looking like Bette Davis and the determination to succeed.
Rev. Robert McAleer of Norwood Dies-This Day in Norwood History-October 25, 1940
Rev. Robert E. McAleer. 38, curate of St. Catherine's Catholic Church for the last 12 years, died today at the Norwood Hospital. One of the most popular curates the church … Continue reading Rev. Robert McAleer of Norwood Dies-This Day in Norwood History-October 25, 1940
Talk Of The Town-July 28, 1905
These news items were the talk of the town on July 28, 1905 Pictured: The Norwood Telephone Exchange building
Arrangements Set For First Old Home Week-July 27, 1902
The Norwood business association and board of trade finalized a comprehensive program for the town's inaugural Old Home Day celebration.
Boston Club Visits George H. Morrill’s New Home, “The Pines”-October 19, 1894
The members of the Boston club held their annual fete champetre at Norwood, as the guests of George H. Morrill Jr, yesterday, and it was the consensus of opinion of all present that it was one of the most enjoyable outings of the club since Its organization. The members left the New England depot on the 10 am train.