Flood Revives Push For New Police Station-August 9, 1998

Despite previous failures, new vote likely in Norwood Dean Raymond, identification specialist with the Norwood Police Department, looked over ruins of the station’s roil call room on June 14. About … Continue reading Flood Revives Push For New Police Station-August 9, 1998

Selectmen Oppose MBTA Plans for Parking at Ex-Stop & Shop-July 13, 1988

Stop & Shop, 1995 (Google Earth, colorized by the Norwood Historical Society) The Patriot Ledger's July 13, 1988 edition carried a significant story that highlighted the concerns of Norwood selectmen … Continue reading Selectmen Oppose MBTA Plans for Parking at Ex-Stop & Shop-July 13, 1988

Liquor License Request Tabled In Norwood-June 19, 1974

An intense Selectmen meeting surfaces complaints of threats, noise, and traffic issues surrounding a local highway establishment.

New Stop And Shop Supermarket Opens In Norwood Tuesday-July 27, 1968

The opening of the newly-completed Stop and Shop supermarket on Central Street marked a significant milestone in the history of Norwood, as it brought with it the promise of convenience, … Continue reading New Stop And Shop Supermarket Opens In Norwood Tuesday-July 27, 1968

1957 Ford Ranch Wagon Giveaway at Stop & Shop-October 4, 1956

1957 Ford Ranch Wagon Giveaway at Stop & Shop-This Day In Norwood History-October 4, 1956

Stop & Shop Giving Away 1957 Ford Ranch Wagon-September 27, 1956

Stop & Shop Giving Away 1857 Ford Ranch Wagon-This Day In Norwood History-September 27, 1956

Norwood Stop & Shop Opens Next Wednesday-This Day in Norwood History-June 20, 1953

To homemakers in Norwood and surrounding areas who've been longing for a modern, up-to-date supermarket, the new, air-conditioned Stop & Shop Supermarket, Central street, and Railroad Avenue, Norwood, will be … Continue reading Norwood Stop & Shop Opens Next Wednesday-This Day in Norwood History-June 20, 1953

Winslow Bros. Tannery Sold, New Retail Planned-This Day In Norwood History – December 4, 1949

Winslow Bros. & Co. has appointed John C. Kiley & Son agents for the sale of the old Smith Plant situated on Central St. and Railroad, av., adjacent to the … Continue reading Winslow Bros. Tannery Sold, New Retail Planned-This Day In Norwood History – December 4, 1949