A heated dispute erupts between board members and Building Inspector John E. Grover over a lack of formal advisory feedback on preliminary plans.
Callaghan Of Norwood, Played Major League Ball-This Day In Norwood History-June 24, 1975
The retired Plimpton Press employee and Norwood High alumnus held a historic major league record from a legendary 1922 highest-scoring game.
Town Infrastructure Plans Outlined-This Day In Norwood History-June 20, 1969
A special town meeting article requests $3,500 to fund site exploration and engineering designs for a heated rink.
A Town Shrouded in Grief for a Fallen Son-This Day in Norwood History-June 28, 1968
A devastating sacrifice hits home as Norwood unites to receive the body of Marine Lance Cpl. Richard Murphy, son of the town's Police Chief.
Local Musicians Selected for Youth Orchestra-This Day In Norwood History-June 19, 1968
Sue Ellen Hershman and Leslie Carey Chosen for Greater Boston Concert Season Sue Ellen Hershman and Leslie Carey have been chosen to join the Junior Youth Orchestra of Greater Boston … Continue reading Local Musicians Selected for Youth Orchestra-This Day In Norwood History-June 19, 1968
Talk Of The Town-May 11, 1964
Norwood High School Junior Prom Six couples paused for a “Time Out” photo at the Norwood High School Junior Prom: Jacqueline Riker & James D. Donovan Kathy Fad & Jerry … Continue reading Talk Of The Town-May 11, 1964
Library Takes First Steps Toward New Film Service-This Day In Norwood History-May 21, 1948
The Morrill Memorial Library has taken its first formal steps toward establishing a free film‑lending service, a project made possible through the foresight and generosity of the Women’s Community Committee. … Continue reading Library Takes First Steps Toward New Film Service-This Day In Norwood History-May 21, 1948
Ora Holman Helped Hunt Down John Wilkes Booth, Turns 91-This Day In Norwood History-May 30, 1922
A legendary local patriot celebrates a milestone. At 91 years old, Walpole Street resident Ora Holman stands as Norwood’s oldest Civil War veteran, carrying a thrilling personal history that includes riding 100 miles through the night in the urgent pursuit of Lincoln's assassin, John Wilkes Booth.
Mrs. McKenzie Used Her Whip-This Day In Norwood History-April 25, 1893
Horsewhip Dispute Between McKenzie Family Stirs Norwood Church Circles Norwood found itself in the midst of a lively and uncomfortable controversy this week after a horsewhipping incident between two well‑known … Continue reading Mrs. McKenzie Used Her Whip-This Day In Norwood History-April 25, 1893