Special Town Meeting Votes to Bypass Civil Service for Call Firefighters and School Staff-This Day In Norwood History-June 16, 1981

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-This Day In Norwood History-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-This Day In Norwood History-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-This Day In Norwood History-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-This Day In Norwood History-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-This Day In Norwood History-June 19, 1970

From student dress code victories to union wage matching, a busy school board session redefines Norwood education.