After 35 years of dedicated service to the Norwood Police Department—including 20 years patrolling the downtown business district on foot—64-year-old Patrolman Uno Carlson is officially hanging up his badge. To … Continue reading Popular Patrolman Uno Carlson Bids Farewell After 35 Years-September 1, 1976
Vandalism Poses Constant Safety and Operational Concerns for Airport-August 21, 1976
Managing Norwood Airport comes with the persistent worry of vandalism, as Airport Manager Arnold Stymest contends with damaged runway lights, tampered navigational aids, and federal security risks.
Midday Fire at 12 Vernon Street Sends 21 Firefighters to Norwood Hospital-August 8, 1974
A fast-moving basement fire at 12 Vernon Street caused $16,000 in damage and sent 21 firefighters to Norwood Hospital for smoke inhalation and heat-related injuries.
Norwood Appeals Board Denies Permit For South Norwood Development-July 27, 1974
The Norwood Appeals Board rejected a nine-acre duplex development by Hobbs Realty Trust due to severe flooding risks, drainage issues, and emergency vehicle access concerns.
Selectmen Initiate Monthly Security Briefings with Police Chief James M. Murphy Amid Local Vandalism-August 22, 1973
Norwood Selectmen and Police Chief James M. Murphy have instituted monthly security meetings to address rising vandalism and youth crime, beginning with an executive session regarding public safety.
Fire Chief Requests Emergency Funding for Replacement Pumper Truck-September 8, 1971
Fire Chief Irving J. Dobson warns selectmen that Norwood faces extreme vulnerability for the fall brush fire season after the breakdown of a 1949 pumper truck.
Selectmen Address Neighborhood Concerns Over Shopping Plaza Fencing and School Safety-September 8, 1971
Norwood selectmen intercede in resident disputes over shopping plaza fencing, order immediate safety fixes for gas pipe excavations, and arrange police details for school children.
Two Norwood Brothers Rescued From Duxbury Bay After Distress Flares Sighted-September 4, 1970
Quick-action coordination between local police and fire departments successfully rescued two Norwood brothers whose boat became stranded and disabled in Duxbury Bay. Albert Bonfatti and Christopher Bonfatti of 3 Sylvan … Continue reading Two Norwood Brothers Rescued From Duxbury Bay After Distress Flares Sighted-September 4, 1970
Norwood Fire Department Takes Action to Combat Rising Surge of False Fire Alarms-August 18, 1970
Citing soaring taxpayer costs and grave risks to public safety, Deputy Fire Chief Leo Coughlin announced stepped-up police and fire efforts to combat a surge in false alarm boxes.
Acting Police Chief Warns Norwood Residents to Guard Against Holiday Burglars-August 30, 1968
As the Labor Day weekend approaches, Acting Police Chief James F. Lyden issued an urgent call for public cooperation to combat a surge in residential burglaries affecting the South Shore … Continue reading Acting Police Chief Warns Norwood Residents to Guard Against Holiday Burglars-August 30, 1968