Ethnic Diversity a Source of Pride as Norwood Prepares for Comprehensive Master Plan and Zoning Overhaul-August 18, 1988

As Norwood celebrates the harmonious ethnic diversity of South Norwood, town planner Sharon Wason leads a $135,000 master plan initiative to overhaul zoning and protect residential neighborhoods.

Norwood Selectmen Oppose Cablevision’s Proposed Rate Hike-August 7, 1986

Faced with a proposed 32 percent rate hike by Adams Russell Cablevision that would boost "Supercable" packages from $7.50 to $14.50 monthly, Norwood selectmen scheduled a public hearing at Junior High South.

Norwood Selectmen Blast Fire Department Over Malfunctioning Hydrants-August 7, 1985

Following three malfunctioning hydrants that severely hampered firefighting efforts at a Walnut Avenue garage blaze, selectmen demanded answers from Fire Chief Thomas Barry and public works officials.

Selectmen Vote Unanimously to Support State Ban On “Happy Hours”-August 22, 1984

Citing concerns over drunk driving, Norwood selectmen voted 4-0 to support the ABCC's statewide initiative to eliminate discounted bar "happy hours" and promotional drink pricing.

Norwood Senior Citizens Log Impressive Mileage in Walking Fitness Program-August 14, 1982

Sixteen Norwood seniors were honored by Recreation Director Robert Ivatts and William F. Butters for logging high mileage in a new walking fitness program.

Norwood Selectmen Establish Chain of Command for New Police Chief-July 15, 1981

The meeting established that the new chief would report to Town Manager John J. Carroll to ensure independence from local political interference.

Norwood Greenhouse Resident to Relocate to Quincy-July 02, 1981

In the summer of 1981, a Norwood veteran struggling with housing instability turned a local greenhouse into a makeshift home before the community rallied to find him a more dignified living situation.

A wooden gavel beside a padlock labeled 'SECURE' emitting digital circuit patterns

Norwood‘s Bills Back Under Cover-June 24, 1981

Citing consumer privacy complaints and potential legal risks raised by Town Counsel Justin C. Barton, officials forfeit a $9,564 annual postcard efficiency savings.

Group of people signing Norwood Cable TV contract in 1982

Norwood Awards CATV; Service In Year-June 24, 1981

Following a extensive year-long review by the CATV advisory panel, developers map out a 100-mile infrastructure network to deliver over 50 channels to local homes.

Police Overtime Pay Causes Flap-June 17, 1981

Selectmen Spar Over Fat Paychecks Following Around-The-Clock Housebreak Investigation One policeman got $536 in overtime pay last week. Another got $337. And two selectmen say that’s too much. "It’s not … Continue reading Police Overtime Pay Causes Flap-June 17, 1981