Marking the final election held at the historic Nahatan Street Armory, 90 percent of Norwood voters cast ballots to re-elect state representatives, back national tickets, and approve precinct-based voting.
Norwood Selectmen Break Policy to Address Police Hiring Crisis-July 9, 1975
Discover the 1975 municipal crisis that led Norwood to reevaluate its restrictive police hiring policies and the ongoing efforts to improve public safety on the "automobile row" of Route 1.
Eminent Domain Pond Taking Considered-June 16, 1971
A marathon Selectmen session brings high-profile legal standoffs over Norwood Arena noise limits alongside a $350,000 real estate deadlock.
Town Meeting Approves Balch and Cleveland School Additions-October 23, 1964
Norwood voters overwhelmingly approved additions for the Balch and Cleveland schools during a town meeting session that also addressed Morrill Memorial Library plans and Plimpton Press electrical upgrades.
McManus Ice Cream Shoppe In Official Grand Opening-This Day in Norwood History-July 15, 1964
This Day in Norwood History-July 15, 1964-McManus Ice Cream Shoppe In Official Grand Opening
Board of Selectmen Denies Texaco Gas Station Permit at Nahatan Street and Broadway-October 30, 1963
Citing traffic hazards and esthetic concerns, the Board of Selectmen voted 3-1 to deny Texaco's permit for a gas station at Nahatan Street and Broadway, while firefighters pressed for a 48-hour work week.
Special Meeting of Planning Board Defaults Westover Bonds-August 10, 1961
This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1961-Special Meeting of Planning Board Defaults Westover Bonds