Low Bridge On Morse St Claims Two More Victims-This Day In Norwood History-September 30, 1964
Cement Truck Strikes Morse Street Bridge-September 28, 2023
A Tresca Brothers cement truck strikes the low-clearance Morse Street Bridge in Norwood, shifting the rail span five feet and resulting in a driver citation and road closure.
Morse Street Bridge Struck By Moving Truck-October 15, 2022
Morse Street Bridge Struck By Moving Truck-This Day In Norwood History-October 15, 2022
Box Truck Hits Morse Street Bridge-January 14, 2022
The roof of a box truck was ripped off when it collided with the Morse Street Bridge bridge on Friday morning. First responders from the Norwood Police and Fire Departments … Continue reading Box Truck Hits Morse Street Bridge-January 14,…
Truck Strikes Lenox Street Bridge-February 12, 2020
Wednesday morning in Norwood saw another instance of a truck colliding with a low-clearance bridge, marking the second such incident this month. The Lenox Street bridge was the victim of … Continue reading Truck Strikes Lenox Street Bridge-February 12, 2020
Tractor Trailer Hits Morse Street Bridge-February 3, 2020
Morse Street was closed temporarily after the Morse Street Bridge was struck by a tractor-trailer this morning and will be closed as units work on scene. We will update as … Continue reading Tractor Trailer Hits Morse Street Bridge-February 3,…
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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