A volunteer‑driven project unveils a comprehensive guide designed to help residents—especially newcomers—navigate Norwood’s history and civic life.
In Memoriam: Louis Orent, 94, Founder of Orent Brothers Clothing Store-May 15, 1983
Louis Orent, a pioneering figure in New England retail and a beloved member of the Norwood community, passed away Friday in Hollywood, Florida, at the age of 94. Known widely … Continue reading In Memoriam: Louis Orent, 94, Founder of Orent Brothers Clothing Store-May 15, 1983
Polaroid Stability and New Hotel Launch-June 13, 1980
Industrial resilience hits Route 1 as Polaroid transitions toward robotics technology and a new six-story luxury hotel brings Governor King to town.
Talk of the Town-June 6, 1978
The Norwood Planning Board moves to claim an $18,000 construction loan from builder Richard Saccone for unfinished roads at Grandview Estates, while also endorsing a major zoning shift at the old Norwood Arena site on Route 1.
Walter F. Tilton, Norwood Banker, Philanthropist, Dies at 93-This Day in Norwood History-August 29, 1950
This Day in Norwood History- August 29, 1950-Walter F. Tilton, Norwood Banker and Philanthropist, Dies at 93
Last Tribute Paid To R. Russell Williamson-This Day in Norwood History-June 5, 1950
June 5, 1950- Last Tribute Paid To R. Russell Williamson Prominent Citizen, Banker, Businessman And Churchman, Dies Here At Age of 71
Frank 0. Winslow, Dead at 81-This Day In Norwood History-January 22, 1926
Founder of Leather Firm Ill Some Time Had Served in Many Town Offices and in Legislature F. O. Winslow NORWOOD, Jan 22— Francis O. Winslow, 81, one of the founders … Continue reading Frank 0. Winslow, Dead at 81-This Day In Norwood History-January 22, 1926