John P. Mogan, Norwood's dedicated general manager from 1972 to 1979 who famously helped secure an $8 million Boston Edison settlement for the town, dies at 72.
High Voter Turnout Surprises Officials as State Rep. Gregory Sullivan Defeats Challenger Timothy J. McDonough-September 16, 1988
An unexpectedly high 45 percent voter turnout drives state Rep. Gregory Sullivan to a primary victory over School Committee member Timothy J. McDonough.
Civic Recreation Center Plans Survive Referendum Challenge, Water and Sewer Rate Hikes Debated, and Murray Field Lights Set for Removal-September 16, 1981
Plans for a $2.2 million civic recreation center at the former Aaron Guild School survive a referendum test, while selectmen debate utility rate hikes and Murray Field lights.
Norwood Real Estate Reassessment Set to Bring Property Taxes to 100% Market Value, While 1981 Tax Rate Expected to Drop-September 16, 1980
Norwood assessors contract with PRC Jacobs for a 100% fair market value property reassessment, while the fiscal 1981 tax rate is expected to drop by $2.
Public Schools Enrollment Down 341 Students, Though Upcoming Apartment Construction Expected to Boost Numbers-September 16, 1976
Norwood school officials report a drop of 341 students in total enrollment, but anticipate new apartment construction will push numbers back up.
Planning Ahead for Norwood Special Town Meeting, Allan Howard Enters Selectmen Race, and Local Developments-September 16, 1975
Norwood officials line up warrant items for an upcoming special town meeting, Finance Commissioner Allan Howard announces a run for selectman, and Franchi Brothers buy land for apartments.
Masked Duo Rob Needham National Bank Branch on Route 1A-September 16, 1974
Two masked robbers use an iron battering ram to smash into the Needham National Bank branch on Route 1A, escaping with night deposits in the second holdup at the location this year.
Retired Norwood Fire Chief Harry J. Butler Passes Away After 38 Years of Dedicated Service-September 16, 1968
Retired Norwood Fire Chief Harry J. Butler passes away at 70 after a 38-year career protecting the town; services planned at St. Catherine of Siena Church.
Paul M. Alberta Appointed Music Director and Richard Talanian Named Cleveland Vice-Principal-September 16, 1966
Norwood School Committee appoints Paul M. Alberta as new public schools music director and Richard Talanian, Jr. as Cleveland School vice-principal.
New Norwood Post Office Addition Reaches Halfway Mark-September 16, 1964
Construction reaches the halfway mark on the $600,000 Norwood Post Office addition, bringing expanded facilities, a 24-hour lobby, and the consolidation of South Norwood services.