Norwood Fire Chief Has Second Thoughts On Retirement

NORWOOD, MA — Hold up on the retirement talks, Fire Chief Anthony Greeley isn't going anywhere.

After announcing his retirement last month, Greeley told the selectmen Tuesday that he is having second thoughts and will serve out the remaining 16 months of his contract.

"I have decided to move away from my decision to retire and stay. I know it's a 180 degree turn but I planned that for many months internally. Once I made that decision, I had a difficult time accepting my own decision," Greeley said.

The chief said he wanted to see the department through some upcoming changes, admitting that he found it difficult to leave the world of public safety.

The rescinded resignation has been accepted by General Manager John Carroll and the selectmen.

"You have done a great job so I am more than happy to have you rescind," Selectman Paul Bishop said.

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