The following was submitted by Norwood Fire Department Spokesman George Morrice. The Norwood Fire Department responded to a reported building fire at Concannon's Village early Thursday afternoon. The call came … Continue reading Fire at Concannons Village-February 8, 2013
Army Reservist Dennis Mawn Returns to Norwood Fire Department After a Year in Iraq-February 13, 2012
Norwood firefighter Dennis Mawn, returned in December after serving on a second tour of duty in Iraq. Dennis Mawn returned to work at the Norwood Fire Department with two tours … Continue reading Army Reservist Dennis Mawn Returns to Norwood Fire Department After a Year in Iraq-February 13, 2012
Three-Alarm Blaze Destroys Vacant Zimble Drum Factory-July 23, 2005
On July 22, 2005, a massive three-alarm fire tore through Norwood, completely demolishing the long-vacant Zimble Drum building located at 61 Endicott Street. Firefighters arrived at the scene shortly before … Continue reading Three-Alarm Blaze Destroys Vacant Zimble Drum Factory-July 23, 2005
Selectmen Approve Three New Firefighters and Overtime Increase-August 11, 1993
Following sweeping early retirements across town departments, Fire Chief William Sullivan received unanimous approval from selectmen to hire three new firefighters and increase the department's overtime account.
Retired 25-Year-Old Norwood Fire Ladder Truck Sold for $500-September 10, 1992
Norwood selectmen vote to sell a retired 25-year-old fire department ladder truck for $500 to Greenville, Maine, bolstering the rural town's volunteer fire service.
Live Shotgun Shells Scattered Across Norwood Play Areas-August 12, 1986
Fire Captain Robert Malloy issued a safety warning after 150 live 1942 military surplus shotgun shells were scattered by teenagers across Norwood playgrounds and cemeteries.
Norwood Selectmen Demand Immediate Action on Faulty Fire Hydrants-August 21, 1985
Norwood selectmen demand immediate action on faulty hydrants following a Walnut Avenue fire where firefighters were hampered by three broken plugs.
Norwood Selectmen Blast Fire Department Over Malfunctioning Hydrants-August 7, 1985
Following three malfunctioning hydrants that severely hampered firefighting efforts at a Walnut Avenue garage blaze, selectmen demanded answers from Fire Chief Thomas Barry and public works officials.
Fire closes Norwood Star Market-May 28, 1985
The Star Market on Nahatan Street was closed this morning because of possible food contamination caused by smoke from an early morning fire in a storeroom. Town Health Inspector Phyllis … Continue reading Fire closes Norwood Star Market-May 28, 1985
Norwood Fire Chief Seeks Legislation to Create New Call Firefighter Force-July 29, 1981
Fire Chief Thomas J. Barry Jr. asked state Rep. Gregory Sullivan to file legislation establishing a 12-to-15 member call firefighter force in Norwood.