Our annual countdown of the top articles of the year continues…
25. Norwood Ice Team Doesn’t Need Nickel-This Day In Norwood History-February 29, 1960
24. Undefeated Freshman Hockey Team Shuts Out Walpole-This Day in Norwood History-January 27, 1965
23. John Abdallah Dies In Parade At Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-November 11, 1968
22. Eckhardt Children Led To Safety From Fire-This Day in Norwood History-January 20, 1965
21. Compact Homes In Fine Location In Vernon Park-This Day in Norwood History-May 28, 1938
Racing Enterprise Threatens Legal Action Over Easement and Drag‑Racing Ban-This Day In Norwood History-June 12, 1969
A token $1 deal turned into a high-stakes legal battle. In June 1969, the owners of the iconic Norwood Arena threatened to sue the town, claiming a new drag racing ban and a massive power line easement were designed to…
Norwood’s Art Gulla Stepping Down After Two Decades‑This Day In Norwood History‑May 28, 1971
The end of a gridiron era. In the spring of 1971, Art Gulla announced his resignation as head football coach of the Norwood Mustangs after nine seasons at the helm and nearly two decades in the program. A former 1949…
Top Posts-April 2026
Top This Day in Norwood History Posts-April 2026 April brought a remarkable mix of Norwood stories to the forefront—historic milestones, neighborhood memories, architectural treasures, and snapshots of everyday life that … Continue reading Top Posts-April 2026
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The Naming of Norwood: A Story with More Questions Than Answers
Where did our wonderful town get its name? The question of how Norwood received its name has intrigued residents for more than 150 years. It is one of those local … Continue reading The Naming of Norwood: A Story with…
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