Norwood moves through late April 1961 with its usual blend of civic pride, community bustle, and mid‑century optimism. From Eagle Scout honors and Chamber of Commerce events to bowling triumphs … Continue reading Talk of the Town-April 27, 1961
Cardinal Dedicates New School & Cafeteria at St. Catherine’s Church-January 31, 1960
St. Catherine's in Norwood, One of Largest in Diocese Richard Cardinal Cushing blessed the new school and cafeteria at St. Catherine’s Church, Norwood, yesterday and announced work would start in … Continue reading Cardinal Dedicates New School & Cafeteria at St. Catherine’s Church-January 31, 1960
Fr. Maguire Dies Suddenly-August 15, 1957
Father William J. Maguire, a beloved senior curate at Norwood's St. Catherine's Church and native of West Bridgewater, passed away suddenly following a heart attack.
Talk of the Town-November 3, 1955
Student government elections, holiday planning, church fairs, community organizations, weddings, historical society programs, and civic activities filled the headlines of Norwood on November 3, 1955.
Jack P. Welch, Local Newsman, Dies Suddenly-July 28, 1955
John P. (Jack) Welch, owner of Welch's Newsstand in Norwood for over 40 years, passed away at Barnstable Hospital at age 80.
Norwood Contingent Off For Big New York Parade-March 17, 1950
OFF FOR THE BIG TOWN—The members of the Father McAleer Corps of St. Catherine's parish line up in front of the bus that transported them to New York last Thursday … Continue reading Norwood Contingent Off For Big New York Parade-March 17, 1950
Msgr. Minihan Greeted By Over 3000 On Return Home-This Day In Norwood History-October 8, 1948
St. Catherine’s Pastor Is Given New Automobile By Parishioners PASTOR WELCOMED HOME — This photo, taken from a window of St. Catherine's Rectory, shows only a part of the crowd … Continue reading Msgr. Minihan Greeted By Over 3000 On Return Home-This Day In Norwood History-October 8, 1948
Three Local World War II Heroes Returned Home to Norwood for Final Military Honors-July 31, 1948
Fallen WWII servicemen Cpl. John E. Curran, Cpl. Joseph A. Selukas, and S/Sgt. Edward C. Erker were returned from England to Norwood for full military honors and burial.
75th Anniversary Parade Seen by 20,000 in Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-November 1, 1947
75th Anniversary Parade Seen by 20,000 in Norwood This Day In Norwood History-November 1, 1947
Margaret Pendergast Is Bride of Matthew F. Foley, US Navy-This Day in Norwood History-January 19, 1945
MARRIED HERE SUNDAY — Matthew F. Foley, U S.N , and his bride, the former Margaret I. Pendergast, following their marriage Sunday afternoon at St. Catherine’s Church. (Surette Photo) Miss … Continue reading Margaret Pendergast Is Bride of Matthew F. Foley, US Navy-This Day in Norwood History-January 19, 1945