Rescued Cats Ringo and Reba Symbolize Standish Humane Society's Spay-Neuter Mission Following an abandoned-pet call from a South Shore motel manager who discovered two cats left behind by evicted guests, … Continue reading Norwood Vigil Draws Over 70 Residents for Homeless Animals Day-September 2, 1995
Norwood Elementary Grades Drive Enrollment Increase-September 2, 1993
School System Reaches 3,565 Total Students Norwood public schools have experienced an overall enrollment increase of 136 students compared to the previous academic year, bringing total district enrollment to 3,565 … Continue reading Norwood Elementary Grades Drive Enrollment Increase-September 2, 1993
Neighbors Ask Zoning Board to Approve Variances for Winter Street Condominium Project-September 2, 1987
In an unusual display of consensus, residents from the Winter Street area appeared before the Zoning Board of Appeal to urge approval of zoning variances allowing developer James Brolly to … Continue reading Neighbors Ask Zoning Board to Approve Variances for Winter Street Condominium Project-September 2, 1987
McDonald’s Requests Special Permit for Broadway Drive-Through Window-September 2, 1987
An attorney representing the McDonald's restaurant located at 32 Broadway in Norwood Center appeared before the Zoning Board of Appeal to request a special permit for the installation of a … Continue reading McDonald’s Requests Special Permit for Broadway Drive-Through Window-September 2, 1987
Town Meeting Member Proposes Charter Amendment Requiring Incumbent Nominations-September 2, 1982
In an effort to foster greater accountability and civic engagement among local legislators, a Norwood town meeting member is spearheading a proposed amendment to the town charter. Thomas C. Coen … Continue reading Town Meeting Member Proposes Charter Amendment Requiring Incumbent Nominations-September 2, 1982
Norwood Public School Students Score Strongly on State Basic-Skills Exams-September 2, 1982
Students across Norwood public schools have demonstrated exceptional academic performance, scoring remarkably well on state-mandated basic-skills tests for the second consecutive year. Released recently following examinations administered last spring, the … Continue reading Norwood Public School Students Score Strongly on State Basic-Skills Exams-September 2, 1982
South Norwood Flats Celebrated as a “Vandalism Oasis”-September 2, 1977
Strong Community Pride and Family Ties While public property vandalism costs Norwood nearly $100,000 annually and has driven town officials to consider drastic security measures like alarms, guard dogs, and … Continue reading South Norwood Flats Celebrated as a “Vandalism Oasis”-September 2, 1977
Kline’s Announces Major Expansion into Woolworth’s Space-September 2, 1977
The uptown shopping district is slated for a major retail transformation by the Christmas holiday season as Kline's Department Store, located at 678 Washington Street, undertakes a comprehensive expansion and … Continue reading Kline’s Announces Major Expansion into Woolworth’s Space-September 2, 1977
Hospital Officials Detail the Daily Drama of Hospital Surgery-September 2, 1967
For most people, an encounter with a hospital operating room happens while flat on their back. However, hospital officials at Norwood Hospital shed light on the upright reality behind the … Continue reading Hospital Officials Detail the Daily Drama of Hospital Surgery-September 2, 1967
Obituary: Francis C. Foley, Former Norwood Town Counsel and Moderator-September 2, 1965
Francis C. Foley, 58, a prominent legal and civic figure in Norwood residing at 16 Shattuck Park Road, passed away yesterday at Norwood Hospital following a long illness. Distinguished Civic … Continue reading Obituary: Francis C. Foley, Former Norwood Town Counsel and Moderator-September 2, 1965