After 56 years of serving the Norwood community, iconic family restaurant Olde Colonial Café closes its doors as owner Paul Angelo retires.
Savin Avenue: The Neighborhood Expands
Looking down Savin Avenue towards Chapel Street. (photo LLKearney) In May of 1899, Melville Smith bought approximately eight acres from Clara Robbins, the widow of John Robbins, and within a … Continue reading Savin Avenue: The Neighborhood Expands
Olde Colonial Cafe and Perk’s Coffee House Highlight Norwood’s Blend of Old and New-September 26, 1995
Exploring Norwood's evolving dining scene, from the enduring neighborhood tradition of the Olde Colonial Cafe on Savin Avenue to the modern vibe of Perk's Coffee House downtown.
Selectman Race Grows-August 27, 1976
The race to fill the vacant Board of Selectmen seat left by Charles "Lopey" Rich draws multiple veteran and newcomer candidates ahead of the October 5 special town election.
Fast-Paced Selectman Campaign Takes Shape Following Death of Charles “Lopey” Rich-August 16, 1976
Following the death of veteran Norwood Selectman Charles 'Lopey' Rich, candidates face a tight August 31 filing deadline for the October 5 special town election.
Norwood Debate—Which Is Hebner’s Top Sport?-May 12, 1965
Is Norwood High’s Richy Hebner a better baseball or hockey player? Sixteen‑Year‑Old Richie Hebner Dominates Diamond and Ice In a town that knows its sports and takes pride in its … Continue reading Norwood Debate—Which Is Hebner’s Top Sport?-May 12, 1965
Norwood Shuts Out Milton 2-0 For 7th In a Row-This Day in Norwood History-February 3, 1965
Norwood Goalie Tom Smelstor The Norwood High School hockey team, minus the services of top scorer Capt. Blaine Maus and Richy Hebner, blanked Milton, 2-0, Saturday afternoon at the Loring … Continue reading Norwood Shuts Out Milton 2-0 For 7th In a Row-This Day in Norwood History-February 3, 1965
17 Penalties Called As Norwood Shuts Out Needham In Rough Contest-This Day in Norwood History-January 27, 1965
Before a capacity crowd of fans who brayed heavy snows to make the trip to the Lorig rink at Framingham, Norwood High’s hockey sextet racked up their sixth straight victory … Continue reading 17 Penalties Called As Norwood Shuts Out Needham In Rough Contest-This Day in Norwood History-January 27, 1965
Hockey Trio-This Day in Norwood History-January 6, 1965
Standouts in the 8-0 bombing of Braintree last week were these three Norwood High School athletes Left to right: Tim Twomey, who played a rugged game on defense, Paul Angelo, … Continue reading Hockey Trio-This Day in Norwood History-January 6, 1965
“Skip” Leads Norwood To Little League State Finals-This Day in Norwood History-June 17, 1964
Story of The Amazing “Skip” Lockwood 1958 LITTLE LEAGUE ALL-STARS — Team picture of 1958 Norwood American League state finalists. Front (left to right) Paul O'Donnell, Dave Heylin, Eddie Martin, … Continue reading “Skip” Leads Norwood To Little League State Finals-This Day in Norwood History-June 17, 1964