Steady Snow Forecasted to Fall in Norton Thursday, Friday

Anywhere from 3-5 inches of snow could fall in the area; a Winter Storm Watch is now in effect.

Another winter storm is headed Norton's way. Unlike the blizzard of 2013, though, this incoming storm is expected to bring only upwards of 4-8 inches of the white stuff. This storm will comprise a mix of wind, rain wet snow, the accumulations of which will take place mostly along and outside I-95 Thursday, according to WHDH.  Moreover, it will take some time to reach the predicted snow accumulation, WHDH Meteorologist Jeremy Reiner wrote in his blog Wednesday: Tomorrow and into early Friday morning will be the brunt of the storm but I have to tell you---it won't behave like a classic winter storm where we get slammed with snow for 6-8 hours then we're done. It will be a slow, drawn out storm where it snows lightly (sometimes steadily) for …

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Blizzard Forecast for Norton

We could see more than two feet of snow.

If you've been talking about what a calm winter we've had, you've spoken too soon. Just a couple days after the 35th anniversary of the Blizzard of '78, New England is expected to get a blizzard this weekend. Norton could see more than 2 feet of snow, the largest snow accumulation since 2010. The National Weather Service has issued a blizzard watch for most of eastern Massachusetts including Norton, calling it a "potential historic winter storm." The watch has been put into effect for Friday morning through Saturday afternoon.  We could see snow falling at 3-to-4 inches per hour and wind gusts of more than 20 miles per hour. The snow will have a light start Friday morning and will build in intensity during the afternoon. The heaviest …

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First Snow of the Season Causes Power Outages in Norton

Those still without electricity should get it back by 1 p.m.

While only a few inches of snow remain on the ground Thursday morning, the nor'easter that blew through Norton left some without power. 7:48 p.m.: Norton Police Department reported three accidents as a result of the storm. One was Nov. 7 at 6:30 p.m. at E. Main Street on the 495 overpass.  One person was injured, but not seriously. Two accidents occured Nov. 8, with one around 9:15 a.m. and one at 10:30 a.m. Both had no injuries.  4:13 p.m.: National Grid is reporting that all customers should have electricity.  1:01 p.m.: There are about 13 National Grid customers still without power. National Grid is currently assessing the condition. 12:35 p.m.: Approximately 40 National Grid customers in town still don't have electricity. According to …

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10 Ways to Use Patch During the Hurricane

We’ve got the community covered … with your help

With Hurricane Sandy making her way toward New England this weekend, the need for up-to-the minute info is even more important. At Patch, we will be working around-the-clock to cover the storm, but as with of our reporting, the more interaction we get from users the more comprehensive our coverage will be. Norton Patch is as much your site as it is ours. So in the run-up to Sandy, here’s how you can use Patch: 1. Get the news. When we know about storm-related news, so will you. From important town announcements, damages, power outages and floods in our Twitterfeeds and polls, we’ll have all the news covered 24-7. To make that easier and more fun, we are introducing a new live-blogging capability, where you can get all that information in …

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Strong to Severe Thunderstorms Possible Today Through Saturday

Large hail and downpours may accompany storms the next few days.

A stretch of warm and hazy weather conditions will lead to the possibility of showers and thunderstorms over the next few days, the National Weather Service is predicting. Earlier today, the National Weather Service issued hazardous weather outlook for many communities, including Norton, after strong thunderstorms barreled through the Metrowest, dropping heavy rain on the region. Isolated storms could build again later today, with the potential for strong wind, hail and localized flash flooding. The chance for strong storms will return on Thursday, with hail possible from the morning through the early afternoon hours. On Friday and Saturday, any storms that develop could turn severe, with damaging wind, large hail and downpours. If you see…

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Agenda for Nov. 3 Selectmen's Meeting

Meeting to take place 7 p.m. at Town Hall.

On the docket are Produce Barn transfer of ownership, polling stations, storm updates and more.

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Contact Your Representative

Make your voice heard. Contact your representative.

Want to make your voice heard on power restoration efforts? Contact your local state representative. 1. F. Jay Barrows, House Representative (R-Mansfield): 2. James E. Timilty, Senator (D-Walpole): 3. Barney Frank, Fourth Congressional District of Massachusetts: For a complete list of Massachusetts Representatives, click here.

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Weather Advisory

MEMA: Severe Weather Potential for Thursday Afternoon and Evening

A News Release from MEMA regarding the potential of severe thunderstorms Thursday evening.

A Memo from MEMA: Severe Weather Potential for Thursday afternoon and evening... There is some potential for severe thunderstorms late this afternoon or evening. An approaching cold front will likely trigger widespread thunderstorms Thursday afternoon and evening from generally northwest to southeast.  Most of central and southern New England are at risk for some of these thunderstorms to become severe with damaging winds, large hail, and excessively heavy rain.  This is still too far away to know precisely how the event will unfold.  It does seem likely, however, that there will be at least a few severe thunderstorms as a result of a very unstable air mass, approaching cold front, and moderately strong winds aloft.  There is some …

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WEATHER UPDATE: Two Hour Delay Tomorrow for Norton Public Schools

Snow, sleet and rain makes for messy roads.

Feb. 2 10:00 p.m.: There will be no a.m. or p.m. kindergarten. 9:39 p.m.: Two-hour delay for Foxborough Charter. 9:12 p.m.: Two-hour delay at Bishop Feehan per principal Bill Runey. 8:04 p.m.: Two-hour delay tomorrow, Feb. 3 for Norton Public Schools. 11:20 a.m.: Punxsutawney Phil didn't see his shadow, predicting an early spring. In related news, Mother Nature and Phil had a good laugh once the tourists left. 11:19 a.m.: Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary's Nature Center is closed today, due to weather but will reopen for normal hours, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 5:22 a.m.: Norton Public Schools are closed for the day. Feb. 1 9:08 p.m.: Foxborough Regional Charter School will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 2. 9:02 p.m.: Wheaton College plans …

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Snow Scenes: Photo Gallery Of Winter 2010/2011

Photos submitted by readers.

Here are snowy scenes sent by the readers of Norton Patch. If you would like to submit your own, e-mail jpeg photos to Kelly.Mello@Patch.com. For weather updates, keep checking Norton Patch.

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