Fire Chief Barry calls the state Civil Service system chaotic during a high-stakes local governance debate.
Town Meeting Slashes General School Budget But Restores Athletic and Band Funding-June 21, 1978
A historic five-session town meeting sparks fierce debates over elementary school closings and safety gear lines.
Town Slashes $428,000 From School Budget-June 20, 1978
A historic fiscal battle forces severe cuts to teacher salaries and administrative lines despite board warnings.
School Board Confronts Stalled Teacher Negotiations and Implements Stricter High School Credit Policies-June 20, 1974
From 1912 chair distributions to honoring a World War II veteran patrolman, the school board settles wide dockets.
High School Addition Plan Okayed-June 20, 1974
Principal Monbouquette details structural upgrades and media center conversions to combat overcrowding.
School Committee Decisions on Budgets, Dress Codes, and Regional Programs-June 19, 1970
From student dress code victories to union wage matching, a busy school board session redefines Norwood education.