Discover the 1980 efforts by town leadership to acquire the Norwood Armory from the state, following legislative changes and the recent Civic Center location shift.
Guild School Picked for Civic Center-July 8, 1980
Discover the 1980 decision that transformed the Aaron Guild School into a multi-purpose recreation hub, replacing the former Civic Center sold to Norwood Hospital.
Only Two Norwood Intersections Qualify for Right Turns on Red Under New State Law-October 3, 1979
Following a town survey, Town Manager John J. Carroll announces that right-on-red turns will be permitted at only two Norwood intersections when the state law takes effect.
Norwood Board of Selectmen Establishes New Policy on Loitering-July 12, 1979
Aiming to reduce vandalism, Norwood officials implemented new after-hours regulations for parks and playgrounds to improve town security.
Selectmen Postpone Decision on Norwood Police Towing Contract-July 11, 1979
Towing Controversy Continues On July 11, 1979, the ongoing controversy regarding police department towing contracts returned to the forefront of local governance as Norwood selectmen held a public hearing regarding … Continue reading Selectmen Postpone Decision on Norwood Police Towing Contract-July 11, 1979
Norwood Town Moderator Seeks Committee Members-July 6, 1978
In July 1978, Norwood Town Moderator William J. Plasko actively sought residents to serve on committees studying school enrollment and municipal ambulance services.
Selectman Race Grows-August 27, 1976
The race to fill the vacant Board of Selectmen seat left by Charles "Lopey" Rich draws multiple veteran and newcomer candidates ahead of the October 5 special town election.
Norwood Selectmen to Appoint Successor to Late Library Trustee O. Hunt Bowman Following Legal Ruling-August 17, 1976
Acting town counsel Charles L. Donahue ruled that state law requires selectmen to appoint a successor to late library trustee O. Hunt Bowman rather than holding a special election.
Fast-Paced Selectman Campaign Takes Shape Following Death of Charles “Lopey” Rich-August 16, 1976
Following the death of veteran Norwood Selectman Charles 'Lopey' Rich, candidates face a tight August 31 filing deadline for the October 5 special town election.