Appeals Board Postpones Decision On Norwood Golf Course Proposal-July 26, 1973

The Norwood appeals board postponed a decision on developer Frank R. Simoni's proposed 97-acre golf course near Access Road, requesting a certified site plan.

Roll Land

On Thanksgiving Day in 1938, Charles, John and Peter Santoro opened Roll-Land roller skating rink at 942 Providence Highway, close to the corner of Dean street. It was the first … Continue reading Roll Land

Hurley’s Beer & Wine Relocates to Vanderbilt Avenue-July 17, 2015

After 16 years in South Norwood, Hurley is navigating increased competition by emphasizing community involvement and quality customer service.

46 Pleasant Street

New Look For An Old Norwood Landmark-This Day in Norwood History-July 31, 2014

This Day in Norwood History-July 31, 2014-New look for an old Norwood landmark

Computer Solves Route 1 Mobil Station Heist-June 15, 1987

A Roslindale Man Is Tied To A Norwood Robbery A $4.6 million State Police computer is revolutionizing law enforcement in communities throughout Massachusetts, matching latent fingerprints to known felons 83,000 … Continue reading Computer Solves Route 1 Mobil Station Heist-June 15, 1987

New Jet Fuel Tax Proposed for Norwood Airport-July 24, 1985

Norwood selectmen explored implementing a local jet fuel tax to prevent aircraft diversion following Boston's regional financial bailout plan.

Owner of Norwood Site Says He Was Unaware of Gravel Removal-July 24, 1985

The Norwood Zoning Board of Appeals clashed with property owner Paul C. Balboni over unpermitted gravel excavation at a University Avenue site flagged by Building Inspector John Grover.

Turnpike Lumber Yard Property Sold to Neighboring Supply Firm-June 24, 1983

The commercial expansion follows two destructive, suspected arson fires that completely leveled the historic lumber yard buildings last year.

Workers Begin PCB Cleanup At Contaminated Norwood Field-June 24, 1983

As Senator Edward M. Kennedy and CDC Director William H. Foege slate a joint emergency inspection, local authorities organize free public blood testing at Town Hall.

John Shalbey Leads Community Drive to Clean South Norwood Railroad Bridges-July 29, 1981

John Shalbey, president of Rojo car wash on Route 1, organized a community-backed cleanup drive for the Subway Hill and Dean Street railroad bridges in South Norwood.