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.
Norwood Senior Citizens Log Impressive Mileage in Walking Fitness Program-August 14, 1982
Sixteen Norwood seniors were honored by Recreation Director Robert Ivatts and William F. Butters for logging high mileage in a new walking fitness program.
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.
Norwood Registry Office Closure-July 28, 1981
The impending closure of the Norwood Registry of Motor Vehicles sparked swift backlash from local lawmakers, while town boards debated industrial park funding and hotel expansions.
Talk of the Town-July 20, 1981
Christi McKeen Her Summer Work Is Placing Stray Animals ❦ ❖ ❦ If you're in the market for a dog, cat, or even a seagull, Christi McKeen is the person … Continue reading Talk of the Town-July 20, 1981
Students Take Reins For Town Government Day-June 9, 1981
School Committee Pledges Paint And Textbook Inventory To Student Delegates The utilitarian gray paint covering the walls of the Norwood High School cafeteria may soon be replaced with student-designed artwork … Continue reading Students Take Reins For Town Government Day-June 9, 1981
The Issue Of Video Licenses-June 9, 1981
In June 1981, Norwood officials crack down on incoming electronic amusement requests, fearing a "video fever" arcade atmosphere downtown.
Proposed $3 Million Caldor Shopping Center on Route 1 Clears Zoning Board of Appeals-September 10, 1980
The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approves the proposed $3 million Caldor shopping center on Route 1, subject to strict traffic safety conditions and state DPW review.
Zoning Board Stalls Decision on Proposed $3 Million Caldor Shopping Center-August 20, 1980
The zoning board delayed its decision on a proposed $3 million Caldor shopping center on Route 1 after discovering developers omitted a crucial traffic permit for Carnegie Road amid fierce local opposition.
Selectmen Split Over Amusement Game Permits at Sport Center and Local Restaurants-August 6, 1980
In a close 3–2 vote, Norwood selectmen approved 10 electronic game machines at Norwood Sport Center after concerns about creating a “penny arcade” atmosphere. A similar request from Papa Gino’s for a single Space Invader machine was denied, with officials distinguishing between recreation‑based and dining‑based establishments.