Norwood High Opens Communications Through TV-December 1, 1991

Course provides on-air education from school studio Student anchors read the news as other students handle the production of “Norwood High School News.” NORWOOD-At 7:30 a.m. Katy Kale, a high … Continue reading Norwood High Opens Communications Through TV-December 1, 1991

Norwood Schools Get Backing for Cable TV-July 24, 1991

The Norwood School Committee unanimously voted to pursue a $530,000 federal Even Start grant utilizing cable television to expand early childhood education for Norwood and Westwood.

Breaking the Silence on Brittle Bone Disorder-This Day in Norwood History-June 28, 1991

A Norwood family's national custody battle over a rare bone disorder inspires a new library support group to protect innocent parents.

Suspicious Three-Alarm Fire Destroys Simoni Flowers on Route 1-August 10, 1990

A suspicious three-alarm fire destroyed wholesale buildings and greenhouses at Simoni Flowers on Route 1, drawing over 75 firefighters from five towns.

Norwood American Legion Bounces Back with Decisive Victory over Westwood-July 11, 1990

Norwood American Legion Dominates Westwood On July 11, 1990, the Norwood American Legion baseball team emphatically dispelled any concerns regarding their late-season momentum by defeating Westwood with a commanding 14–3 … Continue reading Norwood American Legion Bounces Back with Decisive Victory over Westwood-July 11, 1990

Legion Baseball Built on Wall-August 14, 1987

Entering the Massachusetts state semifinals against Natick, Norwood American Legion baseball is guided by legendary 24-year head coach Pete Wall.

Developer Proposes Modifications to Park Place South Industrial Park-July 17, 1985

The commission postponed a ruling until August 6, 1985, to study the revised plans for the office and warehouse complex on Route 1.

Planning Board Proposes Water Resources Protection District to Safeguard Ellis Well Field-August 14, 1984

Norwood's planning board voted to place a water resources protection district zoning bylaw on the September 24 special town meeting warrant to protect the Ellis Avenue well field.

Transplanted Flagpole Finds New Home at Alfred H. Doherty Playground on Sumner Street-August 13, 1984

Donated by Charles and Mildred O'Malia, a refurbished 20-foot flagpole originally built in New Hampshire now graces the Alfred H. Doherty Playground on Sumner Street.

Milton Musician and Christine Devlin’s Showband Bring Irish Music Night to Summerfest-July 26, 1983

Christine Devlin’s Showband brought traditional Irish music to the Norwood town green as part of the Norwood Arts Council's Summerfest performing arts series.