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Town Manager Explores Underground Lines to Resolve Buckmaster Pond Dispute-September 5, 1979
A long-standing inter-municipal dispute between Norwood and Westwood over control of Buckmaster Pond may be moving toward a permanent resolution. Town Manager John J. Carroll informed selectmen last night that he intends to open direct negotiations with Westwood officials to explore installing underground electrical service to Norwood’s municipal pump house and well located at the…
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Lofty Solution Possible For Hospital Expansion-September 5, 1975
Norwood Airport officials reveal that 1973 changes to flight path glide slopes may allow Norwood Hospital to build higher on its current site, challenging relocation theories.
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Norwood Adult Education Program Launches Fall Schedule-September 5, 1974
Superintendent Philip O. Coakley announces Norwood’s fall adult education schedule featuring over 30 enrichment courses and high school equivalency diploma classes.
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20th Century Gladiators Battle on Wheels at Norwood Arena Demolition Derby-September 5, 1972
Ed Henderson of Needham wins the final summer demolition derby at Norwood Arena as over 1,000 fans watch nearly 100 drivers crash and smash for the championship.
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Permanent Building Committee Suspends Planning For Norwood High Addition-September 5, 1969
The building committee pauses planning for a $6.1 million Norwood High School addition pending further review, while addressing low-bidding rules for school furnishings.
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Norwood Tavern Loses License for Two Weeks Following Lottery Conviction-September 5, 1968
Norwood selectmen suspend the liquor license of Dundulis Lunch owner Stanley Wysocki for 14 days after his guilty plea in Dedham District Court for promoting a lottery.
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School Committee Holds Open Sessions Following Executive Session Debate-September 5, 1968
School Committee Chairman John J. Cavanaugh sparks debate before opening union contract talks to the public, while Superintendent Philip O. Coakley reports improved elementary class ratios.
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Enrollment Hike Forces Split Classes in Norwood Public Schools-September 5, 1963
Norwood public schools experience an enrollment spike of 416 students, prompting split classes at Cleveland and Callahan schools and sparking a debate over elementary cafeteria capacity.
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Paint Plant Blaze-September 5, 1963
$10,000 Loss In Paint Plant Fire
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To Confer on Razing Of Old Village Hall-September 5, 1963
This Day In Norwood History-September 5, 1963-To Confer on Razing Of Old Village Hall
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