A 1978 town hall showdown unloads a $100,000 renovation plan for The Village Inn amidst a staggering $700,000 municipal energy deficit.
In Memoriam – Walter Blasenak
Former Norwood Town Manager, Dead At 71 Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the United Church of Norwood for Walter A. Blasenak, who was Norwood town … Continue reading In Memoriam – Walter Blasenak
Gridlock Over $6-Million Junior High Rebuilding Plan and Norwood Arena Noise-This Day in Norwood History-June 27, 1971
A dual crisis hits Norwood in 1971 as a $6-million junior high deficit triggers political warfare and state experts condemn racetrack noise.
Junior High Alternate Estimates Sought-June 25, 1971
A sharp debate divides Town Manager Walter Blasenak and finance officials over mounting unappropriated architectural fees for Boston design firms.
Ask Town Meeting on Industrial Park-September 7, 1966
Representatives of the development firm Cabot, Cabot & Forbes (CC&F) urged the Board of Selectmen last night to place an article before an early October special town meeting to pave … Continue reading Ask Town Meeting on Industrial Park-September 7, 1966
Ribbon Cutting For Anton’s Cleaners-September 15, 1965
RIBBON-CUTTING — The grand opening of Norwood's newest cleaners, Anton's in the Norwood Plaza, was held last Saturday morning before a large gathering. Taking part in the ribbon-cutting ceremonies were, … Continue reading Ribbon Cutting For Anton’s Cleaners-September 15, 1965
Norwood Is Host To Crew Of Norse Sailing Vessel-July 28, 1964
This Day In Norwood History-July 28, 1964-Norwood Is Host To Crew Of Norse Sailing Vessel
McManus Ice Cream Shoppe In Official Grand Opening-This Day in Norwood History-July 15, 1964
This Day in Norwood History-July 15, 1964-McManus Ice Cream Shoppe In Official Grand Opening
Nichols Street Reconstruction Set-June 24, 1964
Selectmen debate whether to delay the vital thoroughfare repairs until full county and state funds are secured or use town monies to complete the work.
Progress Report On Playground At Ellis Garden-This Day in Norwood History-June 28, 1962
Reporting on the latest developments regarding the proposed playground In the Ellis Gardens area, Kevin P. Barry, chairman of the Ellis Gardens Playground Committee, stated, that he had received a … Continue reading Progress Report On Playground At Ellis Garden-This Day in Norwood History-June 28, 1962