Town Manager John Carroll outlines plans to move Norwood's cramped police and fire departments into the former Railroad Avenue Stop & Shop building.
Norwood Store Still Spins Sales with 45s-October 5, 1992
Peter's Records One Stop on Route 1 in Norwood continues to thrive as a half-million-dollar wholesale business specializing in vinyl 45s, oldies, and jukebox supplies.
Selectman Butters Defends Public Dispute with Town Manager and Police Chief as a Power Struggle-October 5, 1990
Norwood Selectman William Butters defends his clash with Town Manager John Carroll and Police Chief George DiBlasi as a struggle over administrative power.
State Senate Race Heats Up: Keating Demands Party Declaration from Independent Challenger Thomas Riolo-September 30, 1988
State Senator William Keating refuses to debate Norwood Selectman Thomas Riolo unless the independent Senate challenger declares a permanent political party affiliation.
Finance Commission Approves Youth Basketball Use of Nahatan Street Civic Center-October 2, 1984
The Finance Commission approves reserve funding for the Norwood Basketball Association to use the Nahatan Street civic center for youth weekend basketball programs.
New Union and Sumner Streets Playground Dedicated to Alfred H. Doherty in Surprise Ceremony-October 3, 1983
Norwood dedicates its new seven-acre Union and Sumner streets playground to Alfred H. Doherty in a surprise ceremony recognizing his six years of advocacy.
Public Works Officials Report Surge in Vandalism at Town-Owned Highland Cemetery-October 2, 1982
Public works officials report a sharp rise in vandalism at Highland Cemetery, including damaged water faucets, smashed vigil lights, and upended headstones.
Property Valuations Projected to Surge 240% Under Norwood Revaluation Program-October 2, 1981
Board of Assessors Chairman James J. Drummey warns Norwood special town meeting that property valuations will increase 240% under the new revaluation program.
Talk Of The Town-May 27, 1981
Late May 1981 found Norwood in a familiar spring rhythm: budgets debated, neighborhoods speaking up for themselves, institutions adjusting to growth, and community groups preparing for summer traditions. The day’s … Continue reading Talk Of The Town-May 27, 1981
Project Hire Proposes Sheltered Piecework Program to Ease Financial Crunch for Norwood Seniors-October 3, 1980
Project Hire proposes a new piecework employment program to help Norwood senior citizens earn supplemental income while working at their own pace.