As Popularity Zooms Due to the fast growing popularity of the sport, stock car racing activity will be doubled at Norwood Arena this week as the track adds a regular Thursday night racing programs tonight to its Saturdav features.
The addition of races every Thursday will fill the requests of many fans and the racing drivers for a mid-week show General Manager Arthur J Forrest stated.
He pointed out that 12.890 racing enthusiasts thronged the Arena last Saturday and added that two race nights a week will better satisfy the needs of the growing sport. Bill Tibbert of Natick continues as the Norwood crowds favorite after winning the feature race last Saturday but he will face fast-mounting opposition from 34 other.
(All articles were originally published in the Norwood Messenger unless otherwise noted)
James H. Shane Wins Public Auction Bid to Purchase Historic Norwood Arena Property-August 11, 1976
Following a mortgage default by Norwood Arena, Inc., developer James H. Shane purchased the 72.5-acre Route 1 landmark for $395,751 at a public auction initiated by Baybank Norfolk County Trust Company.
Planning Board Delays Decision on Norwood Arena Subdivision Plan-September 9, 1975
The Planning Board grants a two-week extension on Alan G. Zuker’s 37-lot subdivision proposal for the front portion of the Norwood Arena property.
Norwood Fights Plan For Housing Complex At Arena Site-June 7, 1974
Norwood fights plan for housing complex at arena site For decades, the roar at the Norwood Arena had been the sound of racing engines, cheering crowds, and the unmistakable pulse … Continue reading Norwood Fights Plan For Housing Complex At…
Planning Board Endorses Norwood Arena Rezoning for Major Apartment Complex-September 11, 1973
The Planning Board votes 3-1 to recommend rezoning the rear of the Norwood Arena property to multi-family residential, sparking a dramatic walkout by a dissenting planner.
Norwood Planning Board Favors Rezoning of Norwood Arena Site-July 17, 1973
Officials deferred a decision on the remaining 40 acres, which were proposed for a 600-unit apartment complex, pending further information.
Norwood Trial Lawyer John J. C. Herlihy Named Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers-September 29, 1973
Norwood trial lawyer John J. C. Herlihy is named a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, reflecting on a career of landmark precedents and courtroom dedication.
Norwood High Football Opens Bay State League Play with 29-13 Victory Over Milton-September 28, 1981
Defending Super Bowl champs Norwood High open their Bay State League football season with a hard-fought 29-13 victory over Milton behind strong ground performances.
Dean Street Elderly Housing Project Refiled Under Chapter 40B as Board Seeks Attorney General Zoning Ruling-August 23, 1977
Developer Richard Vazza refiles his $2 million Dean Street elderly housing complex under Massachusetts Chapter 40B anti-snob zoning laws. The Norwood Appeals Board seeks an emergency ruling from the state attorney general to clarify conflicting zoning use variance powers.
Norwood Scrapbook-August 3
A comprehensive daily compilation of historical news from Norwood, Massachusetts on August 3. Featuring stories of town planning, public safety efforts, regional transportation, local achievements, and community concert traditions.
Traffic Concerns Stall Zoning Board Hearing on Proposed Caldor Shopping Center on Route 1-July 30, 1980
A zoning board hearing for the proposed $3 million Caldor shopping center on Route 1 was continued to August 19 as developers Bronson & Hutensky worked to finalize safe traffic access through Park Place Industrial Park.
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