Following Dedham's lead to compete with Boston merchants, Norwood Selectmen authorized local liquor stores to open on holiday Sundays from noon to 6 p.m. under reform legislation supported by Gov. William Weld.
Norwood Selectmen to Reconsider Recreation Fees for New Civic Center-July 16, 1984
After implementing daily charges for gym access, the board faced intense backlash and scheduled a review for their July 24 meeting.
Norwood Hospital to Lease Two Rooms in Former Aaron Guild School for Childbirth Education Program-August 14, 1982
Norwood Hospital reached an agreement with selectmen to rent two rooms in the former Aaron Guild School on Washington Street for a new childbirth education program.
Mother Wants Overnight Truck Parking Ban-July 8, 1981
Discover the 1981 effort to regulate commercial vehicle parking in Norwood, including the concerns of residents like Kathleen W. Mallet and the logistical challenges faced by local contractors.
Norwood Selectmen Vote 3-1 to Oppose Tax-Cutting Proposition 2 1/2-October 16, 1980
Grappling with the looming financial threat of a statewide tax-limitation ballot initiative, the Board of Selectmen voted 3 to 1 last night to officially go on record opposing Proposition 2 … Continue reading Norwood Selectmen Vote 3-1 to Oppose Tax-Cutting Proposition 2 1/2-October 16, 1980
Armory Still Eyed for Municipal Use-July 9, 1980
Discover the 1980 efforts by town leadership to acquire the Norwood Armory from the state, following legislative changes and the recent Civic Center location shift.
Martin J. Lydon Returns to Norwood Selectmen’s Table-October 18, 1978
A Swift Return Following Major Surgery-October 18, 1978 Less than two weeks after undergoing major throat surgery at a Boston hospital, Martin J. Lydon surprised attendees in the municipal chamber … Continue reading Martin J. Lydon Returns to Norwood Selectmen’s Table-October 18, 1978
Norwood Selectmen Break Policy to Address Police Hiring Crisis-July 9, 1975
Discover the 1975 municipal crisis that led Norwood to reevaluate its restrictive police hiring policies and the ongoing efforts to improve public safety on the "automobile row" of Route 1.
Norwood Selectmen Curtail Christmas Light Display and Fuel Usage Amid 1973 Energy Crisis-November 14, 1973
Town Manager John P. Mogan ordered lower public building thermostats, vehicle speed caps, and a shortened Christmas lighting schedule as Norwood responded to the 1973 Mideast oil embargo.
Iron Horse Launches Cabaret Theater with Musical “Stephanie”-August 14, 1973
Backed by Iron Horse owner John Cornetta, a new Route 1 cabaret theater is launching with the musical "Stephanie," booked by producer Helene Johnson.