We hope you enjoy this written version of the talk presented at the Norwood Historical Society on April 19, 2025. It was written and delivered by Laurie Kearney. Introduction: I … Continue reading The Life and Times of Aaron Guild –The Archetype for South Dedham’s Patriotism
Figure skater who lost both parents in DC plane crash brings world championships crowd to its feet-March 30, 2025
Max Naumov reacts after performing Sunday, March 2, 2025, in Washington at the Legacy on Ice event, a figure skating tribute to support the families and loved ones affected by … Continue reading Figure skater who lost both parents in DC plane crash brings world championships crowd to its feet-March 30, 2025
Mother-Daughter Duo Opens Accessible Rental-March 30, 2025
Dara and Paige Adams This mother-daughter duo runs a joyful, disability-friendly short-term rentalTravel presented challenges for those with disabilities, especially when searching for accommodations that met their needs.Mother and daughter … Continue reading Mother-Daughter Duo Opens Accessible Rental-March 30, 2025
Top 10 Articles From October 6-October 12, 2024
Here are the top 10 articles from last week, October 6 - October 12, 2024. 10. https://norwoodhistoricalsociety.org/norwood-thrift-shop-ribbon-cutting-this-day-in-norwood-history-october-12-1961/ 9. https://norwoodhistoricalsociety.org/sputnik-rumored-to-have-crashed-in-norwood-this-day-in-norwood-history-october-10-1957/ 8. https://norwoodhistoricalsociety.org/syrian-orthodox-youth-organization-celebrate-youth-month-with-class-graduation-this-day-in-norwood-history-october-11-1962/ 7. https://norwoodhistoricalsociety.org/flames-wipe-out-downtown-block-this-day-in-norwood-history-october-12-1944/ 6. https://norwoodhistoricalsociety.org/future-football-stars-this-day-in-norwood-history-october-11-1946/ 5. https://norwoodhistoricalsociety.org/there-is-a-santa-claus-says-19-year-old-norwood-girl-this-day-in-norwood-history-october-9-1949/ 4. https://norwoodhistoricalsociety.org/edmund-j-shattuck-dead-this-day-in-norwood-history-october-9-1903/ 3. … Continue reading Top 10 Articles From October 6-October 12, 2024
Severe Thunderstorm Brings Hail, Floods Streets-August 15, 2024
Videos of flooding from today's torrential rain storm.
Fire Breaks Out At William Shyne Circle Elderly Housing Complex-July 12, 2024
(photo: WHDH Boston) A fire significantly damaged part of an apartment complex at the Frank L. Walsh Housing Complex on William Shyne Circle late this morning, prompting a large emergency … Continue reading Fire Breaks Out At William Shyne Circle Elderly Housing Complex-July 12, 2024
Tree Limb Falls on Father Mac’s Summer Camp Children-July 11, 2024
Norwood Chief of Police, Christopher Patton. This morning, a massive tree limb fell and struck several children who were sitting on a bench while attending summer camp at Father Mac's … Continue reading Tree Limb Falls on Father Mac’s Summer Camp Children-July 11, 2024
Fourth of July Parade-July 4, 2024
The 2024 Fourth of July parade started off a little rainy, but thousands of Norwood residents still turned out to celebrate our country's independence. This year's Grand Marshall was former … Continue reading Fourth of July Parade-July 4, 2024
Crane Falls Onto Apartment Building-March 15, 2024
(Wcvb.com) In Norwood, Massachusetts, a crane collapsed onto an apartment building situated near Bahama Drive within the Nassau Gardens complex, close to Neponset St. by Route 1. Kavita Patel, who … Continue reading Crane Falls Onto Apartment Building-March 15, 2024
The Tanneyhill & Diggs Families of Norwood
Using photos donated or loaned to the Society’s Archives and published records, here is the storyof the Tanneyhill & Diggs families, prominent Black families both in Norwood and beyond.