GIVEN JACKETS — The committee formed to raise funds to give jackets to the Norwood High School hockey players, who won the Bay State title, reached the goal with a big boost from the Norwood Rotary Club. The boys were presented with their jackets last Saturday. Shown representing the players are, kneeling, left to right, Marty Callahan, W. Callahan, R. Armour and P. Folan Rear row, left Io right, B. Kummer, exchange student; C. Donahue, co-captain; Harry Fraser, president of the Norwood Rotary Club, D. Smith, cocaptain, and W. Nally. (Eugent McLean Photo)
(All articles were originally published in the Norwood Messenger unless otherwise noted)
Norwood’s Second Annual “Tiot” Relay Race Raises Funds for Youth Recreation-July 12, 1976
Sponsored by the Ponderosa Lounge, the successful community fundraiser combined athletic competition with a picnic to benefit local recreational projects.
Milton Developer Plans Indoor Ice Rink for Norwood-July 12, 1972
The proposed 240-by-100-foot steel arena aims to serve youth hockey teams and the public, with an anticipated opening in November 1972.
Glory on the Ice and Gridiron: The Top 20 Sports Stories of 2025
In the town of Norwood, sports are more than just games—they are the threads that weave the community together. From the legendary Thanksgiving rivalries at Murray Field to the echoes … Continue reading Glory on the Ice and Gridiron: The…
High School To Have Cross Country Team-September 12, 1957
Norwood High School will have a cross-country team this year, according to a vote of the School Committee last night. Fred Richardson, basketball coach and teacher at the high school, … Continue reading High School To Have Cross Country Team-September…
🏈 Norwood vs. Dedham: A Century of Thanksgiving Football Rivalry
From Gridiron Glory to Community Tradition — A Norwood Perspective 📜 Introduction Every Thanksgiving morning, before the turkey hits the oven, Norwood residents gather with unmatched anticipation—not just for family … Continue reading 🏈 Norwood vs. Dedham: A Century of…
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.
Library Throws Book at Woman in Norwood-July 27, 1984
Susan Andrews became the first person arrested in Norwood for failing to return overdue books to the Morrill Memorial Library.
Appeals Board Postpones Decision On Norwood Golf Course Proposal-July 26, 1973
The Norwood appeals board postponed a decision on developer Frank R. Simoni’s proposed 97-acre golf course near Access Road, requesting a certified site plan.
In Memoriam: Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr. (1947 – July 25, 2026)
Opening Tribute The Norwood community joins the Hughes family in mourning the unexpected passing of Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr. on July 25, 2026, at the age of 79. For … Continue reading In Memoriam: Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr.…
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