SNCARC Wins School Committee Support to Operate at Former Willett School Building-July 29, 1982

The Norwood School Committee supported SNCARC's plan to lease space at the former Willett School building on Westover Parkway for a 12-town habilitation center.

Star Market Withdraws Storage Permit Request Following Major Cardboard Warehouse Fire-July 29, 1981

Following a massive fire that took firefighters over 12 hours to extinguish, Star Market withdrew its permit request to store recycled cardboard at University Avenue.

Senate budget gives towns $2.4M in aid-June 23, 1981

A bipartisan legislative front forms to secure critical financial relief for regional town treasuries facing immediate cutbacks.

University Avenue Extension Approved After Resolving Environmental Wellfield Concerns-June 16, 1981

Town Manager John Carroll details a new inter-town water protection district formed with Westwood.

The Good Old Days on the Trolley-July 28, 1979

Lifelong Norwood resident and trolley historian Carl L. Smith reflected on the golden age of electric street railways, scenic cross-country routes, and freight delivery.

Hostage Taken in Robbery, Officer Shot, 2 Arrested-This Day in Norwood History- September 7, 1974

This Day in Norwood History- September 7, 1974-Hostage Taken in Robbery, Officer Shot, 2 Arrested

Norwood Airport Association Backs Landing System-July 26, 1974

The Norwood Airport Association (NAA) will meet with the board of selectmen on Aug. 6 to voice its support for the proposed installation of an instrument landing system (ILS) at … Continue reading Norwood Airport Association Backs Landing System-July 26, 1974

Recreation Department Fields July Athletic Programs-June 18, 1974

Civic Center Finalizes Plans for Independence Day Mini-Marathon and Legion Field Boxing Tournaments The recreation department has finalized a diverse summer athletic slate, locking in a community boxing tournament alongside … Continue reading Recreation Department Fields July Athletic Programs-June 18, 1974

Norwood Airport Centennial Open House Draws Massive Crowds for Balloon Rides and Aviation Exhibits-July 31, 1972

Norwood Airport celebrated the town's centennial with a bustling weekend open house featuring hot air balloons, model airplane contests, and over 1,000 flights.

Norwood Skating Rink in Two to Three Years-August 1, 1971

Backed by thousands of residents and local organizations, the Norwood Skating Rink Committee is pushing for a DNR-built municipal ice arena to support the town's booming youth and school hockey programs.