The 1872 Act to incorporate the new town of Norwood.

Thu, Mar 7, 1872 – The Boston Globe (Boston, Massachusetts)

Top Posts From August 2025 (Part II)

Top Posts From August 2025 (Part II)

georgenhs Aug 30, 2025 4 min read

Welcome back to Part 2 of our countdown of the top 50 “This Day in Norwood History” articles from August — the stories that captured imaginations, sparked conversations, and reminded … Continue reading Top Posts From August 2025 (Part II)

Top Posts From August 2025 (Part I)

Top Posts From August 2025 (Part I)

georgenhs Aug 30, 2025 4 min read

Every morning, Norwood wakes up to a moment from its past — a civic milestone, a family triumph, a storefront opening, or a quiet turning point that shaped the town’s … Continue reading Top Posts From August 2025 (Part I)

On This Day In Norwood History- August 31

On This Day In Norwood History- August 31

georgenhs Jul 30, 2025 1 min read

🏥 In 1926, Norwood proudly invited the public to inspect its new hospital, a symbol of civic advancement.🚒 In 1945, an 85-foot aerial ladder truck boosted the town’s firefighting capabilities.🇺🇸 … Continue reading On This Day In Norwood History- August…

On This Day In Norwood History- August 30

On This Day In Norwood History- August 30

georgenhs Jul 30, 2025 1 min read

🗞️ Norwood Highlights Through the Years Lifeguards wrap up summer at Hawes Pool; Ortins cops local softball title. A Norwood man trains with Harbor Defense. Over 500 attend hospital dedication. … Continue reading On This Day In Norwood History- August…

On This Day In Norwood History- August 29

On This Day In Norwood History- August 29

georgenhs Jul 30, 2025 1 min read

🕰️ Norwood highlights from 1896 to 1957: In 1957, Ann O’Neil and Catherine O’Toole graduated from Laboure Nursing School, while the Henry O. Peabody School promoted vocational training for girls. … Continue reading On This Day In Norwood History- August…