A noisy barking‑dog dispute on Gay Street dominated a 1970 selectmen’s meeting, drawing neighbors, police, and a debate over enforcement, kennel rules, and neighborhood peace
Boards Press for Expanded Community Use of School Gymnasiums-August 14, 1969
Citing taxpayer ownership and a lack of indoor recreational space, Norwood selectmen and Charles C. Saraca urged the school committee to open school gyms to the public.
Norwood Police Revolver Team Competes in Annual New England Shoot-July 28, 1955
The Norwood selectmen and finance committee funded a four-day trip for the Norwood Police Revolver Team to compete at Camp Curtis Guild in Wakefield.
Airport Authorities Will Be Requested To Reconsider Norwood-August 15, 1947
Following a state funding rejection, Town Engineer Albert W. Thompson will petition the Massachusetts Airport Commission to reconsider matching funds for paving the impassable Metropolitan Airport access road off Neponset Street.
Talk of the Town-May 23, 1941
A bridge project meant to connect Norwood instead sparked a bitter funding standoff, leaving town leaders and the railroad locked in a dispute that shaped the future of Neponset Street.
Patrick J. Coyne Promoted to Sergeant in Norwood Police Department-This Day In Norwood History-April 9, 1936
The Board of Selectmen last night appointed Patrolman Patrick J. Coyne to the rank of sergeant in the Norwood Police Department, recognizing his long service and civic involvement.Sgt. Coyne joined … Continue reading Patrick J. Coyne Promoted to Sergeant in Norwood Police Department-This Day In Norwood History-April 9, 1936
WIn Everett’s Tales of Tyot-“THE SIX GEORGES” —PLUS JOHN AND DICK
George F Willett (Norwood Historical Society) After Living In Norwood For Eighty Years, John Gillooly Picks The Six Men Who Led In The Town's Development—Each Named "George” Eighty years ago, … Continue reading WIn Everett’s Tales of Tyot-“THE SIX GEORGES” —PLUS JOHN AND DICK
Town Meeting Approves New Street After Heated Debate-This Day In Norwood History-April 2, 1900
A special town meeting held this evening at 7 p.m., followed by an adjourned session at 8, resulted in several major appropriations and a contentious vote over the acceptance of … Continue reading Town Meeting Approves New Street After Heated Debate-This Day In Norwood History-April 2, 1900