A fierce debate over encumbered funds and municipal parity dominates a marathon Norwood Town Meeting session over the town budget.
Old Fire Station Considered For Registry Office-June 23, 1970
Selectmen review conversion estimates to transform the historic Central and Nahatan street property into an RMV branch.
Late July Completion Date Hoped For Portion Of Electrical Project-June 23, 1970
A massive local utility overhaul transitions the town's power grid to save thousands in wholesale electricity costs.
Star Market Breaks Ground For Norwood Distribution Center-June 14, 1967
A grocery powerhouse selects a prime 55-acre parcel near Route 1 and the railroad, launching a massive development project that required 50 town meetings to approve.
Nichols Street Reconstruction Set-June 24, 1964
Selectmen debate whether to delay the vital thoroughfare repairs until full county and state funds are secured or use town monies to complete the work.
Residents Oppose Planned Electricity Lines-July 29, 1953
Norwood residents protested a $2.3-million high-voltage power line proposal at a selectmen's meeting, raising concerns over property values and eminent domain.
Selectmen Vote Commendation for Patrolman William Travers-May 21, 1953
The Norwood Board of Selectmen voted this week to issue a formal letter of commendation to Patrolman William Travers of the Norwood Police Department, recognizing his exemplary performance at a … Continue reading Selectmen Vote Commendation for Patrolman William Travers-May 21, 1953
Selectmen Vote to Halt Traffic on Pleasant Place-May 21, 1953
In response to persistent complaints from residents, the Norwood Board of Selectmen voted Tuesday night to temporarily close Pleasant Place to traffic, particularly heavy trucks, until the street can be … Continue reading Selectmen Vote to Halt Traffic on Pleasant Place-May 21, 1953
Board Releases Report On Findings Of Hearing Of Manager Kendrick-This Day In Norwood History-December 9, 1938
Holman Signature Withheld From Addenda Statement Removal Process Is Dismissed By Selectmen’s Vote The Norwood Board of Selectmen have rendered their decision in the matter of the removal of General … Continue reading Board Releases Report On Findings Of Hearing Of Manager Kendrick-This Day In Norwood History-December 9, 1938
Should Norwood’s Town Charter Be Revised?-This Day In Norwood History-September 16, 1938
Norwood's Charter (Editorial) Are the recall provisions in Norwood’s Charter a relic of the horse and buggy days? Should the charter he revised to inform to Norwood’s present voting list? … Continue reading Should Norwood’s Town Charter Be Revised?-This Day In Norwood History-September 16, 1938