Facing severe space constraints and rising relocation estimates to Walpole, Norwood Hospital officials proposed acquiring the Civic Center as a viable local expansion alternative during a selectmen's meeting.⠀
Callaghan Of Norwood, Played Major League Ball-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.
Norwood School Committee Votes to Relocate School Administration Offices-August 1, 1974
The Norwood School Committee voted 5-2 to relocate central school administration offices to the Winslow School, pending cost estimates from Superintendent Philip O. Coakley.
Town Infrastructure Plans Outlined-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-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-June 19, 1968
Abandoned Grace Episcopal Church Scheduled for Demolition-September 9, 1967
The abandoned Grace Episcopal Church on Walpole Street is scheduled for demolition next week to make way for a contemporary eight-office medical center planned by three Norwood doctors.
Medical Center Plans Expected-July 10, 1964
The development of a proposed medical building on Walpole Street reached a significant milestone on July 10, 1964, as organizers announced that final preliminary plans were approximately one month from … Continue reading Medical Center Plans Expected-July 10, 1964
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
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.