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Tag: robert malloy

August 12, 1986August 12, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Fire Department, This Day In Norwood History

Live Shotgun Shells Scattered Across Norwood Play Areas-August 12, 1986

Fire Captain Robert Malloy issued a safety warning after 150 live 1942 military surplus shotgun shells were scattered by teenagers across Norwood playgrounds and cemeteries.

September 20, 1982September 17, 2026 georgenhs Fire, This Day In Norwood History

Fire Damages Don and Wally’s Service Center on Route 1-September 20, 1982

A suspected gasoline spill sparks a fire at Don and Wally's Service Center on Route 1, causing $35,000 in structural damage, destroying tools, and injuring two.

September 10, 1976September 5, 2026 georgenhs Accident, Airport, This Day In Norwood History

Wellesley Pilot Escapes Uninjured When Classic Biplane Crashes at Norwood Airport-September 10, 1976

Pilot James C. Fullerton escapes injury when his classic Steerman biplane ground-loops and crashes nose-down during takeoff at Norwood Airport, causing $4,000 in damage.

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