If you’ve ever seen the movie “A Christmas Story”, which has been televised on TNT and TBS on 24-hour rotation on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day since 1997, or if you have visited Walt Disney World’s “Carousel of Progress” in Florida’s Magic Kingdom, you have heard the voice of Jean Shepherd, who narrated both the film and the ride.
A Christmas Story” was loosely based on a book he had written about his childhood in Hammond, Indiana, but Shepherd’s main gig was on the radio.
Back in 1972, “Shep”, as he was known, appeared on WGBH-FM in Boston and recounted the story of the historic first automobile purchase made by Norwood’s own George H Morrill.
Winter Street (Walpole St to Lothrop Rich Park)
First Congregational Church. Originally was the site of the impressive house of Edmund Shattuck and his wife Emma Morrill Shattuck who was the daughter of Morrill Ink Works owner George … Continue reading Winter Street (Walpole St to Lothrop Rich…
Dean Street to Oolah Avenue
Temple Shaare Tefilah – 935 Washington Street Although this building is located about a quarter of a mile north of Dean Street, it was an important place for many of … Continue reading Dean Street to Oolah Avenue
Development of the Christian Hill Area
The Christian Hill neighborhood is hemmed in by Nichols Street to the North, Cottage Street to the East, Winter Street to the West and Walpole/Washington Streets to the South. In … Continue reading Development of the Christian Hill Area
George Morrill Started Something When He Bought First Car Ever Sold-This Day in Norwood History-December 1, 1972
Historic Event Related On Radio Local late-nite-radio freaks who happened to spin their dials to WGBH-FM, sister station to Boston’s public TV Channel 2, around midnight last Tuesday, got a … Continue reading George Morrill Started Something When He Bought…
Vintage Norwood Ballplayers Reunite to Recall The “Good Old Days”-This Day in Norwood History-June 20, 1957
A 55-year-old scorebook brings together Norwood’s original turn-of-the-century baseball masters to recall the legendary Trolley League era.
Top Posts From September (Part II)
In this final installment, we unveil the top 25 entries most enjoyed by readers: the anniversaries that stirred civic pride, revealed forgotten corners of our history, and honored the people who shaped Norwood’s character. Whether it’s a groundbreaking, a grand…
Top Posts From September (Part I)
in Part 1 of a two-part retrospective, we begin counting down the 50 most-read and most-loved entries this month- the stories that resonated most with our readers. These first 25 anniversaries stirred memories, honored legacies, and reminded us why Norwood’s…
Norwood Scrapbook-August 3
A comprehensive daily compilation of historical news from Norwood, Massachusetts on August 3. Featuring stories of town planning, public safety efforts, regional transportation, local achievements, and community concert traditions.
Traffic Concerns Stall Zoning Board Hearing on Proposed Caldor Shopping Center on Route 1-July 30, 1980
A zoning board hearing for the proposed $3 million Caldor shopping center on Route 1 was continued to August 19 as developers Bronson & Hutensky worked to finalize safe traffic access through Park Place Industrial Park.
In Memoriam: Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr. (1947 – July 25, 2026)
Opening Tribute The Norwood community joins the Hughes family in mourning the unexpected passing of Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr. on July 25, 2026, at the age of 79. For … Continue reading In Memoriam: Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr.…
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