Francis "Chip" Faulkner and State Rep. Gerald Cohen clash in a heated debate at Norwood Town Hall over the tax-cutting ballot initiative Proposition 2 1/2.
Flash Flood Inflicts Up to $35,000 in Damage to Police-Fire Headquarters-October 5, 1979
Flash floods inflict up to $35,000 in damage to the Norwood police-fire station, destroying historical records and prompting calls for a major drainage study.
Norwood Hospital Auxiliary Honors 132 Junior Volunteers at Annual Candystriper Recognition Ceremony-October 4, 1979
The Norwood Hospital Auxiliary honors 132 junior volunteers with service certificates and awards for their dedicated assistance to patients and staff.
Rescuers Free Trapped Drivers as Flash Floods Submerge Cars Under Nahatan Street Bridge-October 4, 1979
Quick-thinking bystanders and reporters rescue two motorists from sinking cars trapped in nearly six feet of flash floodwater under the Nahatan Street railroad bridge.
Only Two Norwood Intersections Qualify for Right Turns on Red Under New State Law-October 3, 1979
Following a town survey, Town Manager John J. Carroll announces that right-on-red turns will be permitted at only two Norwood intersections when the state law takes effect.
Lithuanian-American Citizens Association Clubhouse Faces Demolition-October 3, 1977
Building Inspector John E. Grover gives the Lithuanian-American Citizens Association until October 31 to begin repairs on its damaged St. George Avenue clubhouse or face demolition
Norwood Co-Operative Bank Prepares for Striking Move to Modern New Quarters at Central and Park Streets-October 4, 1976
As assets approach $55 million, the Norwood Co-Operative Bank prepares to move into a striking, modern $1 million headquarters at Central and Park Streets featuring an indoor garden.
Norwood Hospital Administrator David Buchmueller Eyes High-Rise Expansion as Best Alternative-October 4, 1975
Norwood Hospital Administrator David P. Buchmueller explores a high-rise addition and acquisition of the adjacent Civic Center as the preferred expansion path.
Charles A. Richardson Retires After 26 Years as Executive Director of Norwood Hospital-October 3, 1975
Charles A. Richardson retires after 26 years as executive director of Norwood Hospital, transforming the institution into a 277-bed regional health center.
Norwood Cinema Granted One-Year License Amid Board Division Over X-Rated Film Restrictions-October 2, 1974
Norwood selectmen vote 3-2 to grant a one-year operating license to new cinema owner Roger A. Lockwood, with strict prohibitions against screening X-rated films.