Residents clashed with State Police and airport officials at a Norwood hearing over allegations of low-flying "cowboy" helicopter pilots causing excessive noise.
Airport Commission Plans Study of Airplane Noise for 1986-July 17, 1985
The study, planned for the spring of 1986, will assess flight paths and noise levels in response to persistent complaints from residents.
Norwood Man Champions Handicapped-July 29, 1982
Quadriplegic advocate John F. Rockett dedicated his life to advancing accessibility, raising $27,000, and championing disability awareness programs in Norwood.
Norwood Pilots Group Claims Oct. 15 Airport Crash Avoidable, Blames Commission on Safety Delays-November 5, 1981
Following an October crash where a priest narrowly escaped a burning plane in dense fog, pilot Stanley Prussian criticized the Norwood Airport Commission for delayed safety improvements.
Emergency Taxiway Repairs Scheduled to Begin-August 21, 1980
Norwood Airport Commission Chairman Walter J. Grady secures $3,000 for emergency taxiway repairs ordered by the state after a bookkeeping mix-up.
Norwood Plane Limits Debated-July 22, 1976
The debate over plane limits at Norwood Airport was a contentious issue that garnered significant attention in the summer of 1976. On this day, July 22nd, the Massachusetts Aeronautics Commission … Continue reading Norwood Plane Limits Debated-July 22, 1976
Norwood Grows Sensitive to Development Pressures and Subdivision Costs-November 2, 1974
Facing rising density and land scarcity, Norwood appropriated $8,500 to update 1956 subdivision regulations, pushing developers to shoulder higher infrastructure costs.
Citizens Group Compiling Candidates’ Stances on Airport Expansion-August 16, 1974
Anti-expansionist group SNAG is compiling candidate questionnaire responses on Norwood Airport growth,
Bridge Dedicated to Late Selectman John A. Abdallah-June 21, 1971
Family, friends, and state officials gather to honor a colorful leader who dedicated 40 years to Norwood.