This Day In Norwood History-September 28

Cement Truck Strikes Morse Street Bridge-September 28, 2023

A Tresca Brothers cement truck strikes the low-clearance Morse Street Bridge in Norwood, shifting the rail span five feet and resulting in a driver citation and road closure.
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.
Groundbreaking Held for $28 Million Norwood Hospital Addition After Decade of Planning-September 28, 1981

Governor Edward J. King and local leaders break ground on Norwood Hospital’s $28 million, five-story addition, marking the end of a decade of planning and regulatory hurdles.
Twice Postponed: Couple Exchanges Wedding Vows in Unusual Norwood Hospital Setting-September 28, 1981

After the groom is hospitalized with a bleeding ulcer, Wayne Gauthier and Marie Lumnah tie the knot in an unusual ceremony inside Norwood Hospital’s Plimpton Hall.
Norwood High School PTA Seeks Renewed Engagement Amid Declining Membership-September 28, 1979

Norwood High School PTA President Ethel Hanley appeals for parent involvement amidst declining high school PTA membership and changing social roles.
Lederhosen, Oompah Bands, and Beer: Norwood Kickers Host Annual German Oktoberfest-September 28, 1973

The Norwood Kickers Soccer Club prepares to host a capacity Oktoberfest celebration at the Workmen’s Hall on Wilson Street featuring oompah bands, German beer, and traditional attire.
Jaqueline Diggs Enters Springfield College-September 28, 1961

ENJOYING THEIR FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES at Springfield College are three members of the Class of 1965 who are from Greater Boston communities. Left to right, Carole T. Bigony, Braintree, Jaqueline Diggs, 493 Washington street, Norwood, and Suzanne Cooney, Wellesley. They are members of the second-largest freshman class in the history of Springfield College. Classes…
Norwood News of the Day-September 28, 1961

On September 28, 1961, Norwood was abuzz with civic activity and community pride, as reported in the Norfolk County Free Press. Town meeting decisions included funding for Norwood High School expansion, road and sidewalk improvements, and support for Norwood Hospital’s proposed maternity wing. The police department announced promotions and commendations, while alumni updates highlighted graduates…
Brook Molding Breaks Ground For New Plant-September 28, 1961

Brook Molding Breaks Ground For New Plant-This Day In Norwood History-September 28, 1961
Record 1250 Students, Faculty Of 69 at Hilltop This Year-September 28, 1961

Record 1250 Students, Faculty Of 69 at Hilltop This Year-This Day In Norwood History-September 28, 1961