After implementing daily charges for gym access, the board faced intense backlash and scheduled a review for their July 24 meeting.
Norwood Selectmen Vow to Fight Potential Closure of Masoneilan International Plants and Loss of 750 Local Jobs-August 10, 1983
Norwood selectmen vowed to meet with Masoneilan International officials to prevent the potential closure of Massachusetts plants in Norwood, Canton, and Avon, which employ 750 workers.
Football Field Lights Approved-August 26, 1981
Despite funding concerns and opposition from two selectmen, the board approved moving Civic Center lights to Murray Field for high school night football games, while also scheduling a September 28 town meeting for water main upgrades.
Town Manager Set to Deliver Decision on Appointed Police Chief Arthur V. Deutcsh-August 26, 1981
Town Manager John J. Carroll announced he will decide by September 9 whether appointed Police Chief Arthur V. Deutcsh will take office or if the town will restart its search amidst housing delays.
Selectmen Demand Good Faith Deposit for Winslow School Sale-June 13, 1981
Board Votes 4-1 to Protect Town Interests Against Developer's Office Condominium Project as blue Law Video Games Approved The Board of Selectmen have voted 4-1 to formally demand an $8,000 … Continue reading Selectmen Demand Good Faith Deposit for Winslow School Sale-June 13, 1981
Talk of the Town-June 6, 1978
The Norwood Planning Board moves to claim an $18,000 construction loan from builder Richard Saccone for unfinished roads at Grandview Estates, while also endorsing a major zoning shift at the old Norwood Arena site on Route 1.
Personalities May Rule Norwood Vote-September 3, 1976
With a dozen candidates vying for a single vacant seat on the Board of Selectmen left open by the death of Charles L. Rich, the upcoming October 5 special election … Continue reading Personalities May Rule Norwood Vote-September 3, 1976
Record Field of Twelve Candidates File Nomination Papers for Selectman Special Election-September 1, 1976
An unprecedented field of 12 candidates officially submitted nomination papers by the 5:00 p.m. filing deadline, setting the stage for a crowded October 5 special election to fill the Board … Continue reading Record Field of Twelve Candidates File Nomination Papers for Selectman Special Election-September 1, 1976
Fast-Paced Selectman Campaign Takes Shape Following Death of Charles “Lopey” Rich-August 16, 1976
Following the death of veteran Norwood Selectman Charles 'Lopey' Rich, candidates face a tight August 31 filing deadline for the October 5 special town election.
Burger King Proposal Revived for Route 1 Site of Art Johnson’s Food Stand-July 29, 1976
A revived Burger King proposal for the Route 1 and Everett Street site of Art Johnson's food stand faced review by the Norwood planning board.