Commotion on the common: man “relieves himself” on town gazebo
NORWOOD – What began as a report of public urination on the Norwood Town Common during the busy Friday morning commute, ended with a warning and an explanation of a…
Norwood man arrested after alleged baseball bat rampage at local barbershop
NORWOOD – A local man is facing felony charges after allegedly targeting a Washington Street barbershop in a double-hit overnight break-in that left the business with extensive damage, police said.…
Canadian wildfire smoke blankets Norwood: state issues unhealthy air quality alert
NORWOOD – If you’ve stepped outside over the last 48 hours, you’ve likely noticed the eerie, yellow-orange tint to the sky and a distinct, heavy haze hanging over Norwood. The…
Norwood tax payers need relief: states highest court takes income tax reduction off November ballot
BOSTON – A high-profile push to slash the Massachusetts state income tax has been abruptly derailed after the state’s highest court ruled Thursday morning that voters were being given “significantly…
I.C.E. in Norwood: Federal agents take 2 men into custody on Dean St.
NORWOOD – A video circulating online recently appears to depict law enforcement officers arresting two male individuals on Dean St on July 9, 2026. In a statement to Inside Norwood,…
Last minute notification of Washington St detour causes morning commute headaches
NORWOOD – Local commuters will need to rethink their morning drive this week. Just before 7:30am this morning, town officials announced a temporary closure of a major artery on social…
First Look: Patriot Place’s new Phoenix Theatre delivers premium comfort despite day 2 growing pains
FOXBORO – The closure of Showcase Cinema at Patriot place left an entertainment void in the area. Luckily, Phoenix Theatres has filled that hole with an updated, restored movie going…
High-speed moped pursuit ends at Westwood line after operators flee police
NORWOOD – Local authorities are searching for the operators of two mopeds who led a Norwood police officer on a brief, high-speed chase through town late Friday night before fleeing…
Norwood trails secure funding boost with MassTrails grant for new “wayfinding” system
NORWOOD – Local outdoor enthusiasts will soon find navigating the town’s trail networks a bit easier. The Town of Norwood has successfully secured additional state funding to establish a comprehensive,…
The Beacon Hill breakthrough: house passes Norwood Hospital takeover bill, but the real battle lies ahead
NORWOOD – Six years after a catastrophic flood turned Norwood Hospital from a thriving regional healthcare hub into an abandoned, half-built shell on Washington Street, local advocates have a reason…