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Tag: Town Counsel

October 17, 1990October 15, 2026 georgenhs Automile, Board of Selectmen, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Heads to Court with Auto Dealer Ernie Boch-October 17, 1990

Dealership Dispute Headed to Norfolk Superior Court After five weeks of stalled negotiations and failed attempts to reach an out-of-court compromise, the town of Norwood is officially preparing to face … Continue reading Norwood Heads to Court with Auto Dealer Ernie Boch-October 17, 1990

October 16, 1986October 15, 2026 georgenhs Bars & Restaurants, This Day In Norwood History

Selectmen Vote to Ban “Brown-Bagging” of Alcohol in All Local Restaurants-October 16, 1986

Patrons accustomed to bringing their own wine or beer to local dining establishments will soon have to change their habits. The Board of Selectmen voted last night to institute a … Continue reading Selectmen Vote to Ban “Brown-Bagging” of Alcohol in All Local Restaurants-October 16, 1986

A wooden gavel beside a padlock labeled 'SECURE' emitting digital circuit patterns
June 24, 1981July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Norwood‘s Bills Back Under Cover-June 24, 1981

Citing consumer privacy complaints and potential legal risks raised by Town Counsel Justin C. Barton, officials forfeit a $9,564 annual postcard efficiency savings.

August 21, 1980August 20, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Citizens Overwhelmingly Back Cable TV-August 21, 1980

An informal poll by the Norwood CATV Committee reveals that 80 percent of surveyed residents strongly favor bringing cable television to town. Ten firms are vying for the contract, which will utilize municipal utility poles.

June 20, 1978July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Town Slashes $428,000 From School Budget-June 20, 1978

A historic fiscal battle forces severe cuts to teacher salaries and administrative lines despite board warnings.

August 23, 1977August 22, 2026 georgenhs Public Health, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Health Board Clashes With Director Over Restaurant Inspections-August 23, 1977

Norwood Health Board Chairman Kenneth Webber criticizes Public Health Director Bartley King over faulty restaurant inspection logs.

June 11, 1971July 19, 2026 georgenhs Fire Department, This Day In Norwood History, Town Government

Fire Department Salary Parity Defeated-June 11, 1971

A 70-minute quorum delay sets the stage for a tumultuous night of budget slashing at the 1971 Norwood Town Meeting, leaving town leadership reeling and firefighters without wage parity

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