Norwood Wants Court, Not ABCC, to Rule on Appeals-July 28, 1993

Norwood selectmen voted 3-1 to ask Rep. John Rogers to file legislation allowing liquor license appeals to go directly to Superior Court instead of the ABCC.

Officers to Begin Patrols on Bicycles in Norwood-June 3, 1993

A political turnaround and a tie-breaking vote officially put Norwood Police on wheels. Despite sharp skepticism from some town leaders who joked about "bicycles built for two," Chief George DiBlasi's innovative mountain bike patrol was approved to bring a fresh, accessible approach to community policing in local commercial hubs and housing complexes.

Veterans Monument Dedicated-This Day in Norwood History- September 15, 1991

The Norwood Veterans Monument Committee is holding a dedication ceremony for the monument today at noon. The theme of the 20-foot high “Protectors of the American Way” monument depicts our … Continue reading Veterans Monument Dedicated-This Day in Norwood History- September 15, 1991

Ethnic Diversity a Source of Pride as Norwood Prepares for Comprehensive Master Plan and Zoning Overhaul-August 18, 1988

As Norwood celebrates the harmonious ethnic diversity of South Norwood, town planner Sharon Wason leads a $135,000 master plan initiative to overhaul zoning and protect residential neighborhoods.

Comic illustration showing Boston MBTA green and orange trains at Government Center and North Station with crowds

Norwood Committee Faults T Study-July 9, 1987

Discover the 1987 conflict between the Norwood Parking Committee and the MBTA regarding station parking statistics and the pushback against multi-level parking deck plans at the Norwood Depot.

Selectmen Schedule Special Town Meeting as Municipal Insurance Costs Surge-August 7, 1986

Faced with soaring nationwide insurance rates that pushed municipal premiums up 43 percent to $215,000, Norwood selectmen scheduled a September 22 special town meeting to approve an extra $45,000 in funding.

Norwood Labor Negotiations Stalled Awaiting State Free Cash Certification-July 31, 1984

Contract negotiations between Norwood and its municipal and school labor unions remain on hold while town officials await state certification of available free cash to fund wage increases.

Selectmen Grant Cost-Of-Living Pay Raises For Non-Union Town Staff-June 24, 1983

Town Clerk Robert M. Thornton notes that independent municipal boards plan to implement the matching salary adjustments via a $1.1 million town meeting fund.

Teenager Wins School Board Seat-April 5, 1983

When 18-year-old Timothy McDonough decided to run for a School Committee seat in Norwood, he was a little doubtful about his chances. But he made up his mind that with … Continue reading Teenager Wins School Board Seat-April 5, 1983

Peabody School Graduates Told Of Obligation To Support Education-June 25, 1982

School officials emphasize community obligations and moral commitments to public education during exercises at Junior High School South.