Westover was originally the dream of George Willett. A completely planned community, using more efficient building methods with lower costs and high standards in layout, traffic control, architecture, and landscaping, … Continue reading Did You Know? Westover
Mosquitoes Taking a Bite Out of Summer Fun-August 2, 1986
A heavy surge of rain-hatched mosquitoes flooded Norwood, Dedham, and Needham, sparking over 100 complaints per day to the Norfolk County Mosquito Control Project.
Two Residential Housing Subdivisions Draw Questions but No Objections at Planning Board Hearings-August 17, 1983
Planning board hearings for a 24-lot subdivision off Nahatan Street and a seven-lot project off Nichols Street drew drainage questions but no opposition from residents.
St. Timothy’s Church Moves to Curb Property Trespassing-July 8, 1976
Discover how the Norwood parish addressed a recurring nuisance on their Willett Pond property in 1976, balancing the need for community security with a desire to keep the shoreline accessible.
Proposed Land Swap Between Norwood Civic Center and Hospital Expansion Site Generates Mixed Reactions-August 17, 1974
Candidate Francis J. Keady proposed trading the Norwood Civic Center for the hospital's 24-acre Walpole expansion site, drawing skepticism from town manager John P. Mogan and selectman Joseph W. Wall.
Norwood Looks Forward-March 29, 1964
Norwood, until 1872 a part of Dedham, today appears a town that was built-and divided-by a railroad. But unlike many New England towns that boomed early in the Industrial Revolution … Continue reading Norwood Looks Forward-March 29, 1964
New Landmarks in Norwood-August 10, 1962
NEW LANDMARKS in the Norwood area are these structures which are fast changing the appearance of the surrounding countryside. Top left is Norwood's new St. Timothys Church being built on … Continue reading New Landmarks in Norwood-August 10, 1962
Sketch of New St Timothy’s Church-This Day in Norwood History-January 18, 1962
SKETCH OF NEW ST. TIMOTHY'S CHURCH AND RECTORY to be erected in Norwood at Willett Pond. Site clearance has already begun on the spot and excavation work should begin as … Continue reading Sketch of New St Timothy’s Church-This Day in Norwood History-January 18, 1962
Few Incidents Harmful To Willett Beach Reputation-This Day in Norwood History-July 18, 1957
Operations at the beach remain safe and improved, featuring professional security, lifeguards, and upgraded facilities for the benefit of local residents.
Bomb Scare Routs 2000- July 15, 1957
Bathers at New Pond In Norwood Evacuated Telephone Tip Leads to Battery Under Building A warning that a bomb was in the sands at the beach of New Pond caused … Continue reading Bomb Scare Routs 2000- July 15, 1957