This September 1910 plan of John E. Smith's Estate shows a very different downtown area than we recognize today. At that time, Market street ran from Old Parish Cemetery to … Continue reading Market and Central Street Relocation
Honoring Norwood’s Veterans
Norwood has a long history of proud military service, going back as far as the Colonial Wars, and the town and townspeople have done an excellent job of paying tribute … Continue reading Honoring Norwood’s Veterans
At 87, John Carroll remains an incredible public servant-This Day in Norwood History-February 21, 2015
John Carroll, shown during an MWRA board meeting, is "the quintessential public servant - the antithesis of the no-show hack." says Robert Thornton. Norwood's former town clerk and accountant. SUZANNE … Continue reading At 87, John Carroll remains an incredible public servant-This Day in Norwood History-February 21, 2015
Preservation Completed at Norwood Memorial Municipal Building-This Day in Norwood History-January 26, 2014
Norwood, MA—The late-gothic Norwood Memorial Municipal Building was built in 1927-28, and consists of a four-story solid masonry structure with split-face granite block veneer and limestone bandings. The existing roof … Continue reading Preservation Completed at Norwood Memorial Municipal Building-This Day in Norwood History-January 26, 2014
The Coasters Thrill Crowd of 4,000 on Norwood Town Common for Summer Music Series-August 13, 1992
Drawing 4,000 fans to the town common, legendary vocal group The Coasters headlined the Norwood Arts Council's Summerfest series with classic doo-wop hits.
Veterans Monument Dedicated-September 15, 1991
Thousands of residents gather in Norwood center to dedicate Frank Simoni's $500,000 "Protectors of the American Way" veterans monument, featuring keynote speaker Brig. Gen. Richard I. Neal.
British Bird-Control Firm Ousts Pigeons from Norwood Town Hall Ledges-September 10, 1991
British firm Norwood Bird Master successfully installs stainless steel netting and high-tension wire on Town Hall ledges, ending a stubborn pigeon infestation for $1,750.
Carillon Concert Series in Norwood-July 24, 1986
A massive, nine-ton transportable carillon featuring 52 bronze bells arrived in Norwood Center for a special Friday night concert.
Milton Musician and Christine Devlin’s Showband Bring Irish Music Night to Summerfest-July 26, 1983
Christine Devlin’s Showband brought traditional Irish music to the Norwood town green as part of the Norwood Arts Council's Summerfest performing arts series.
Workers Begin PCB Cleanup At Contaminated Norwood Field-June 24, 1983
As Senator Edward M. Kennedy and CDC Director William H. Foege slate a joint emergency inspection, local authorities organize free public blood testing at Town Hall.