Our annual countdown of the top articles of the year is moving right along.
74. Norwood Attacks Winning Waltham Team at Arena-This Day In Norwood History-December 29, 1946
73. Norwood Park-This Day In Norwood History-January 16, 1955
72. Father Mac’s Frozen For Outdoor Hockey-This Day In Norwood History-January 13, 1983
71. Hostage Taken in Robbery, Officer Shot, 2 Arrested-This Day in Norwood History- September 7, 1974
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Old Fire Station Considered For Registry Office-This Day In Norwood History-June 23, 1970
Selectmen review conversion estimates to transform the historic Central and Nahatan street property into an RMV branch.
Late July Completion Date Hoped For Portion Of Electrical Project-This Day In Norwood History-June 23, 1970
A massive local utility overhaul transitions the town’s power grid to save thousands in wholesale electricity costs.
Senate budget gives towns $2.4M in aid-This Day In Norwood History-June 23, 1981
A bipartisan legislative front forms to secure critical financial relief for regional town treasuries facing immediate cutbacks.
Demolition Derby To Feature Girls-This Day In Norwood History-June 15, 1971
Female drivers claim the spotlight for Friday night’s upcoming demolition derby lineup, drawing regional racing competitors.
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