Fire Department Manning Shifts and Physical Exam Standoff (Photo credit: Lieutenant Mike Chisholm, Norwood Fire Department, Norwood Firefighters Local 1631, colorized by the Norwood Historical Society) On July 12, 1978, … Continue reading Norwood Selectmen Uphold Fire Department Staffing Levels Amid Labor Disputes-July 12, 1978
Some Cold Facts Could Save A Life-June 20, 1978
Norwood Hospital distributes free emergency medical indicators via local police stations and senior hubs.
South Norwood Flats Celebrated as a “Vandalism Oasis”-September 2, 1977
Strong Community Pride and Family Ties While public property vandalism costs Norwood nearly $100,000 annually and has driven town officials to consider drastic security measures like alarms, guard dogs, and … Continue reading South Norwood Flats Celebrated as a “Vandalism Oasis”-September 2, 1977
Town Requests Bids for Audio-Activated Alarm System Trial at George F. Willett School-August 31, 1977
Seeking proactive solutions to combat recurring vandalism, the town manager's office has officially requested bids for furnishing and installing an advanced audio-activated alarm system at the George F. Willett School … Continue reading Town Requests Bids for Audio-Activated Alarm System Trial at George F. Willett School-August 31, 1977
Police Arrest Eleven Following Incidents at Railroad Ave and Pumping Station-August 26, 1977
Norwood police arrested eleven individuals following two separate late-night disturbances near the Railroad Avenue Stop and Shop and the Route 1 Ellis pumping station.
John Shea Appointed Full-Time Norwood Firefighter-August 24, 1977
After being dismissed from the police force due to an age technicality, John Shea was unanimously appointed as a full-time Norwood firefighter by selectmen.
Late-Night Disturbance Outside Village Inn in Four Arrests-August 22, 1977
Following a massive brawl outside the Village Inn on Guild Street involving hundreds of patrons, Norwood police arrested four individuals after deploying eight officers to break up fights and clear the area.
Patrolman William Costello Steps Into Role as Norwood’s New Full-Time Safety Officer-August 20, 1977
Following in the footsteps of his lifelong friend Frank Walsh, 24-year veteran Patrolman William Costello has taken over as Norwood's full-time safety officer ahead of the school year.
Norwood Fire Chief Leo Coughlin Requests Eight New Firefighters and Two Deputies-August 10, 1977
Fire Chief Leo Coughlin asked Norwood selectmen for eight new firefighters and two deputies to reduce high overtime and substitution expenses.
Norwood Emergency Team Services (NETS) Formed to Assist Police with Traffic Control and Patrols-August 8, 1977
Led by Patrolman Paul A. Bishop, the volunteer Norwood Emergency Team Services (NETS) organization utilizes CB radios to assist local police with traffic control during major accidents, fires, and weekend patrols.