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Tag: Uptown Merchants Association

September 12, 1978September 10, 2026 georgenhs Local Business History, This Day In Norwood History

Plans Unveiled to Revitalize Norwood Central Business District with Traffic Improvements-September 12, 1978

Consultants unveil a revitalization plan for Norwood's central business district featuring traffic modifications, pedestrian amenities, and parking optimization.

May 27, 1978July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Considers Limits on Yard and Garage Sales-This Day in Norwood History-May 27, 1978

Did you know that backyard yard sales were technically illegal in Norwood under a strict reading of 1970s zoning laws? To resolve a wave of neighbor complaints about perpetual weekend flea markets, town officials stepped in to draft a new permit system. Discover how close Norwood came to capping your summer garage sale finds.

September 11, 1963September 10, 2026 georgenhs Local Business History, This Day In Norwood History

Merchants Oppose Proposed Walpole Street Shopping Center-September 11, 1963

Uptown Merchants Association representatives urge the Board of Appeals to deny a special permit for a new Walpole Street shopping center, citing downtown vacancies and traffic hazards.

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