Will a legislative bill fast track the reopening of Norwood Hospital?
Norwood – A joint hearing of Massachusetts congress was held last week to discuss Bill H.2525, which will accelerate the process to reopen Norwood Hospital. At least that’s what its…
How could a federal shutdown affect Norwood: local residents brace for impact
NORWOOD – The federal government shutdown took effect at 12:01 a.m. October 1, 2025 because congress failed to pass the necessary appropriations or a continuing resolution to fund the government…
Norwood Planning Board considers special permit for 61 Endicott Street commerce center
NORWOOD – The Norwood Planning Board held a public hearing on September 22, 2025, to review an updated site plan and major project special permit application for the property located…
Norwood awarded grant for new school sidewalk
NORWOOD, MA – The Town of Norwood has been awarded $267,321 for a new sidewalk project in the Cleveland School area. Part of a $7 million grant which is part…
FAA is investigating plane crash at Norwood Airport
In a statement, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said they’re investigating the airplane that slid off the runway last week. According to FAA Public Affairs Specialist, Crystal Essiaw the “Cirrus…
One person hospitalized after reports of gunfire on Columbine Rd
NORWOOD – A developing police investigation is currently underway following a report of gunfire tonight that has left one person hospitalized. On Wednesday, September 24 at approximately 5:01 PM, Norwood…
Truck takes wires down and causes damage to car/building
NORWOOD – Norwood Fire Department responded to Pleasant St this week after a set of wires were brought down by a commercial vehicle. Pictures of the scene provided by NFD…
Mylod Street crash leads to OUI arrest, police say
NORWOOD – Cory Civitarese, 35, was arrested Wednesday after he allegedly crashed into a telephone pole on Mylod St according to court filings. Police say Civitarese “had an extremely strong…
Man arrested in Bird Park after lewd act reported
WALPOLE – Police say they arrested a 24-year-old Walpole man after he was allegedly observed exposing himself at Bird Park, according to a press release. The incident happened at approximately…
Neighbor dispute becomes an assault on a Norwood police officer
A Norwood resident was arrested for assaulting a Norwood police officer following a dispute with a neighbor. Michael Perkis, 38, out of Sunnyside Road was arrested last Friday after a…