Steeped in a legacy of hard work, immigrant business owners like John Preto of Brothers Bakery and community advocates Mario and Maria Rodrigues helped shape the thriving Portuguese community in South Norwood.
Hazardous Shooting Incident On Route 1-July 22, 1978
On July 22, 1978, Stephen Pacheco was sought after a van was struck by gunfire near the Norwood-Canton exit.
High-Stakes Overhaul for the Historical Village Inn-This Day in Norwood History-June 28, 1978
A 1978 town hall showdown unloads a $100,000 renovation plan for The Village Inn amidst a staggering $700,000 municipal energy deficit.
Kline’s Announces Major Expansion into Woolworth’s Space-September 2, 1977
The uptown shopping district is slated for a major retail transformation by the Christmas holiday season as Kline's Department Store, located at 678 Washington Street, undertakes a comprehensive expansion and … Continue reading Kline’s Announces Major Expansion into Woolworth’s Space-September 2, 1977
Norwood Plaza Tenants Offer to Fund New Traffic Lights, Other Town Business-August 11, 1977
Anxious to fix traffic hazards at Walpole and Wilson streets, Norwood Plaza tenants offered to install traffic signals at their own expense, winning approval from town selectmen.
Norwood Town Hall Refurbishing Project Nears Completion-August 5, 1977
Town Manager John P. Mogan announced that Norwood's $18,000 town hall refurbishing project, featuring landscape updates and the dramatic restoration of Memorial Hall's north stained-glass window, is nearing completion.
Barbering Ain’t What It Used To Be-September 22, 1975
Celebrating 50 years in South Norwood, barber Sal Antonico reflects on changing hairstyles, his musical passions, and a lifetime of serving loyal local customers.
Norwood Hospital’s Proposed Parking Lot at Washington and Winter Streets Draws Heavy Fire-August 13, 1975
Norwood Hospital's request for a zoning variance to build a 44-car parking lot at Washington and Winter Streets drew sharp opposition from planning board representative Francis Wisgirda and neighborhood residents over zoning, traffic, and safety concerns.
Midday Fire at 12 Vernon Street Sends 21 Firefighters to Norwood Hospital-August 8, 1974
A fast-moving basement fire at 12 Vernon Street caused $16,000 in damage and sent 21 firefighters to Norwood Hospital for smoke inhalation and heat-related injuries.
The Norwood Cinema To Be Sold-June 11, 1974
Shuttered since December after local licensing fights and bankruptcy, Norwood's only movie theater is heading to the auction block this Friday.