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Town Manager John J. Carroll Celebrates Successful First Year, Dispelling Initial Controversy-November 2, 1979
One year after a fast-tracked appointment that drew initial criticism, Norwood Town Manager John J. Carroll has won over former skeptics with major funding wins and efficient town administration.
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Californian Thomas J. Barry Appointed Norwood Fire Chief to Restore Department Harmony-November 2, 1978
Ending months of administrative friction, selectmen unanimously appointed El Cerrito fire chief Thomas J. Barry Jr. as Norwood’s new fire chief.
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Norwood Police Honor Retiring Patrolman David “Deke” DeCosta with Gala Celebration-November 2, 1977
After 34 years on the force, retiring Norwood beat cop Patrolman David “Deke” DeCosta will be honored with a retirement dinner and dance at Concannon’s Village.
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Polaroid Studies Route 1A Access Road to Resolve Expansion and Traffic Concerns-November 2, 1977
Responding to resident protests over Nahatan Street traffic, Polaroid is studying a Route 1A access artery to clear the way for plant expansions that could grow employment to 5,000.
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Norwood Grows Sensitive to Development Pressures and Subdivision Costs-November 2, 1974
Facing rising density and land scarcity, Norwood appropriated $8,500 to update 1956 subdivision regulations, pushing developers to shoulder higher infrastructure costs.
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Roll Land Champions-November 2, 1961
Roll Land Champions-This Day In Norwood History-November 2, 1961
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Norwood Rout North Quincy 45-0 Behind Three-Touchdown Games from Lukiwicki and Martin-November 2, 1940
Powered by three touchdowns each from Bill Lukiwicki and Ray Martin, undefeated Norwood High cruised to a dominant 45-0 victory over North Quincy.
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Norwood Phone Exchange Opens-This Day In Norwood History – November 2, 1936
Norwood Phone Exchange Opens-This Day In Norwood History – November 2, 1936
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Office And Laundry Robbed-This Day in Norwood History-November 2, 1935
Chief William H. Sullivan and Sergeant William Barrett of the local police today started an investigation into two breaks which occurred here some time last night. At the automobile agency of Joseph A. Moran of 186 Broadway, a 300-pound safe containing $150 was moved from the office and carried out through the rear window. The…
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New Eight-Room Schoolhouse, Fire Station, Ordered-This Day In Norwood History-November 2, 1905
New Eight-Room Schoolhouse, Fire Station, Ordered This Day In Norwood History-November 2, 1905
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