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Founded in 1907, the goals and objectives of the Norwood Historical Society are:

* Collecting and preserving objects, artifacts, documents, photographs and memorabilia which relate to Norwood's history

* Conducting educational programs, special events a

10/29/2026

1982 🏫 OFFICIALS SEEK ROOF REPLACEMENT AT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL SOUTH BEFORE 1984 WARRANTY EXPIRATION

🗓️ This Day in Norwood History — October 29, 1982
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Plagued by persistent leaks since construction, school officials like are pressing the bonding company to replace the roof at before its 10-year warranty expires. Meanwhile, leaders remain puzzled by another building mystery: why are utility costs double those of identical ?
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Citing chronic leaks and a 1984 warranty expiration, school committee member Roger M. Pelletier urged selectmen to press the bonding company for a full roof replacement at Junior High School South.

10/29/2026

1981 🏫 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT RETURNS NEARLY $330,000 IN UNSPENT FUNDS TO TOWN

🗓️ This Day in Norwood History — October 29, 1981
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An administration report revealed that the handed back nearly $330,000 in unspent salary and operational funds after overestimating budget needs for the 1980-81 school year. While some praised the fiscal restraint, did overcalculating costs spark criticism among local taxpayers?
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Presenting an annual administration report, the Norwood School Committee revealed nearly $330,000 in unspent salary and maintenance funds was returned to the town from the 1980-81 budget.

10/29/2026

1981 🎬 NORWOOD CINEMA MANAGER VOLUNTARILY ALTERS "SO FINE" MOVIE POSTER FOLLOWING SELECTMEN INQUIRIES

🗓️ This Day in Norwood History — October 29, 1981
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After local complaints reached Selectman regarding a provocative movie poster for "So Fine," manager voluntarily covered the questionable art with discount ticket banners. How did this swift action lead to Dempsey being jokingly dubbed the "town censor"?
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Prompted by selectman Walter J. Dempsey raising public taste concerns, Norwood Cinema manager Ron Hier voluntarily covered parts of the R-rated "So Fine" movie poster with promotional banners.

10/29/2026

2020 🏢 NORWOOD COMMERCE CENTER, WINSMITH MILL, SHUT DOWN DUE TO CODE VIOLATIONS

🗓️ This Day in Norwood History — October 29, 2020
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Town officials ordered the main building of the historic Norwood Commerce Center at 61 Endicott Street closed after a minor fire uncovered dozens of serious code and life safety violations.
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Norwood Commerce Center, Winsmith Mill, Shut Down Due To Code Violations-This Day In Norwood History-October 29, 2020

10/29/2026

1980 🚦 NORWOOD TESTS NEW TRAFFIC PATTERN AT SUBWAY HILL INTERSECTION IN SOUTH NORWOOD

🗓️ This Day in Norwood History — October 29, 1980
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To boost motorist safety at the busy intersection of Washington Street and Chapel Street, town officials installed a temporary traffic island built from sandbags and barrels at the top of . Will Town Manager and the make this experimental traffic pattern permanent?
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Following recommendations from the South Norwood study committee, selectmen approved a temporary traffic island experiment at Subway Hill to improve safety at Washington and Chapel streets.

10/29/2026

1942 ⛪ SYRIAN PASTOR HERE DONS OVERALLS TO REPAIR CHURCH

🗓️ This Day in Norwood History — October 29, 1942
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Showing true dedication to his congregation and house of worship, a local Syrian pastor swapped his robes for overalls to take on hands-on building repairs. How did this humble act of labor inspire the surrounding community during the height of WWII?
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Facing wartime labor shortages and a rotting roof, Rev. Spiridon Dora of St. George’s Syrian Orthodox Church in South Norwood built scaffolding and repaired the church dome himself.

10/29/2026

1976 🩺 NORWOOD HIGH SOPHOMORE STEVEN WONG ORGANIZES TOWN-WIDE SCOUT BLOOD DRIVE FOR EAGLE PROJECT

🗓️ This Day in Norwood History — October 29, 1976
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Fifteen-year-old rallied every troop in town to go door-to-door and organize a major community blood drive for the at the . Will his massive effort help him earn his while filling a vital local need?
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15-year-old Norwood High sophomore Steven Wong has united all local Boy Scout troops to organize a community-wide American Red Cross blood drive for his Eagle Scout project.

10/29/2026

1979 🎼 24-YEAR-OLD DAVID COCCIA TAKES OVER BATON AS CONDUCTOR OF THE PARKWAY CONCERT ORCHESTRA

🗓️ This Day in Norwood History — October 29, 1979
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At just 24 years old, native stepped up to lead the following the passing of his former high school mentor, . Will his easygoing directing style and blend of classical music and Broadway tunes keep the 34-year community tradition thriving?
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South Norwood native David Coccia, 24, has assumed leadership of the Parkway Concert Orchestra, succeeding his late mentor Robert A. Shreve and upholding a 34-year community musical tradition.

10/29/2026

1980 🏈 NORWOOD LINEBACKER PAUL DYER EARNS DEFENSIVE PLAYER HONORS AFTER SHUTOUT OVER WALPOLE

🗓️ This Day in Norwood History — October 29, 1980
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Senior tri-captain delivered a commanding defensive performance with eight unassisted tackles and a key sack to lead the Mustangs to a 6-0 shutout over rivals Walpole. Can the unbeaten team maintain their momentum through the rest of their championship push?
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Senior tri-captain Paul Dyer won Patriot Ledger Defensive Player of the Week honors after recording eight tackles and a sack in Norwood’s 6-0 shutout over Walpole.

10/29/2026

1946 🍽️ JENNIE'S RESTAURANT — A NORWOOD FAVORITE

🗓️ This Day in Norwood History — October 29, 1946
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Highlighting local commerce and home-style hospitality, Jennie's Restaurant was celebrated as a neighborhood staple where staff knew every customer by name and the menu felt like home.
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Jennie Purpura has opened Jennie's Restaurant at 1064 Washington Street in Norwood, serving made-to-order Italian dishes, pizzas, and steaks following a gala grand opening.

Address

93 Day Street
Norwood, MA
02062

Telephone

+17817629197

Website

http://www.norwoodhistoricalsociety.org/

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