Norwell Approves Verizon License Renewal, Addresses Cell Tower Concerns

Town increases PEG funding to 5%, residents voice health and safety worries over proposed tower location

NORWELL - January 8 - The Norwell Select Board approved a five-year renewal of Verizon's cable television license Jan. 8, increasing public, educational, and governmental (PEG) funding to 5% of gross revenue. The agreement also includes $45,000 in capital for cable operations support over the first three years.

Gregg McBride, representing the Norwell Cab…