A token $1 deal turned into a high-stakes legal battle. In June 1969, the owners of the iconic Norwood Arena threatened to sue the town, claiming a new drag racing ban and a massive power line easement were designed to force them out of business.
District 9 Betterment Association Discusses Phasing Out Norwood Arena and Local Development Issues-October 24, 1968
Meeting with local officials and legislative candidates, the District 9 Betterment Association explored phasing out the Norwood Arena, curbing noise, and managing town airport and zoning growth.
Debonnaires Turn To Residents For Aid In Fund Campaign-July 29, 1965
This Day In Norwood History-July 29, 1965-Debonnaires Turn To Residents For Aid In Fund Campaign
Announce Winner of Jaycee Derby-This Day in Norwood History-July 8, 1964
This Day in Norwood History-July 8, 1964-Announce Winner of Jaycee Derby
Third Demolition Derby On Norwood Arena Card-August 1, 1963
A Demolition Derby and a special qualifying race for Sportsman Division drivers will highlight the stock car program at Norwood Arena next week. The Demolition Derby, third of the season … Continue reading Third Demolition Derby On Norwood Arena Card-August 1, 1963
Norwood and Walpole Join Forces on Interceptor Sewer Project to Solve Traphole Brook Pollution and Unlock 150 Acres for Development-September 17, 1962
Norwood and Walpole partner on a $211,800 federal-backed interceptor sewer project to clean up Traphole Brook pollution and unlock 150 idle acres for development.
Norwood Arena Stock Car Racing Ad-September 6, 1956
Norwood Arena Stock Car Racing Ad-This Day In Norwood History-September 6, 1956
Norwood Debonnaires Host 5th Annual Music Festival July 22-This Day in Norwood History-July 19, 1962
This Day in Norwood History-July 19, 1962-Norwood Debonnaires Host 5th Annual Music Festival July 22
Norwood Arena Beer Ban & Exoneration-May 17, 1962
Norwood Selectmen ban beer in the Norwood Arena stands following crowd disturbances, while management is officially exonerated of wrongdoing.
Call Hearing On Youths Fighting At Norwood Arena-May 3, 1962
A series of fights opening night at the Norwood Arena Saturday resulted in one youth being taken to the Norwood Hospital for treatment of a fractured hose and another being … Continue reading Call Hearing On Youths Fighting At Norwood Arena-May 3, 1962