Town Passes $1.8 Million Public Safety Override Amidst Historic Voter Apathy
Yesterday, local voters officially approved a critical $1.8 million public safety override. However, the victory has been largely overshadowed by staggering statistics revealing deep-seated voter apathy and structural disconnects within…
Shred the risk: One Local Bank to host free community paper shredding event in Norwood
NORWOOD – In an era where digital scams get all the headlines, financial experts are reminding residents that old-fashioned, physical paperwork remains a goldmine for identity thieves. To help neighbors…
Police say string of vehicle crimes in Norwood neighborhood are connected
NORWOOD – Residents of one Norwood neighborhood woke up to a frustrating and unsettling morning on Friday, June 5, as a rash of overnight vehicle crimes prompted a flurry of…
Level 2 sex offender issued trespass warning after Town Common interaction
NORWOOD – A quick thinking local employee brought attention to a concerning incident near the Norwood Town Common on Monday afternoon, leading to a trespass order against a registered Level…
Rox Baseball is back in Brockton
BROCKTON – A new chapter of baseball is officially underway in the City of Champions. The Brockton Rox are back for their 2026 season with the franchise’s new General Manager…
Norwood faces critical choice: $1.8 million public safety override vote June 15
NORWOOD – Residents are being called back to the polls. Following the recent Town Meeting vote in favor of the override, the town is holding a Special Town Election on…
Senator Mike Rush stonewalls challenger Persis Yu’s invitation to a debate
NORWOOD – With fewer than 100 days remaining before the September 1st Democratic primary, the race for the Norfolk and Suffolk State Senate seat is heating up. Challenger Persis Yu…
Missing 77-yo man found safe after late-night search and emergency alert
NORWOOD – A late-night search ended with relief after an elderly man who walked away from a local care facility was successfully located by emergency personnel. The incident began Monday…
132-unit apartment complex slated for East Hoyle St. property
NORWOOD – A patch of pavement near the Norwood Central Train station could soon become the town’s newest transit-oriented, eco-friendly neighborhood. The Town of Norwood Engineering Department has officially scheduled…
Disturbance at gazebo escalates into bizarre interaction with police
NORWOOD – A morning disturbance at the Town Common gazebo drew a multi-officer response on Wednesday, leading to a tense interaction, racial slurs, and ominous remarks directed at police officers.…