THE SOUTH SHORE’S MORNING NEWS WITH ROB HAKALA
The South Shore’s Morning News was created in November 2000 by Rob Hakala who has produced and hosted the show ever since. The program airs Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. and brings you all the news you need to know to start your day! From local and national news every 30 minutes, traffic and weather every ten minutes on the 9’s, local and high school sports updates at :22 and :52 past the hour and informative interviews with people from across the south shore and the world, The South Shore’s Morning News is the right way to start your day!
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Rob Hakala
(781) 837-1166 ext. 330
More about Rob
Rob has had a passion for radio ever since he received his first radio and microphone at the age of 12.
Not long after that, he was “broadcasting” to family and friends on his pretend radio station. Although Rob enjoyed this, it soon became awkward at family functions.
Years later, he wound up broadcasting for “real” at Curry College’s 91.5 WMLN-FM in Milton. In 1996, Rob graduated magna cum laude from Curry with a degree in Communications. Soon after, he ended up at 95.9 WATD for his first stint as news reporter and afternoon anchor.
Rob left 95.9 WATD to work full-time for Shadow Traffic in Boston, but the South Shore called him back. He returned to 95.9 WATD in November, 2000 to host a brand new program called “The South Shore’s Morning News.” The program was designed and created by Rob and former WATD News Director Aaron Katersky.
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Beth Foster
(781) 837-1166, ext. 314
More about Beth
With over 12 years of experience in broadcasting, Beth Foster brings a wealth of expertise to their role at WATD. A proud Boston University graduate, Beth is thrilled to contribute to the local community by sharing important and impactful stories for 95.9 WATD-FM. Originally hailing from Connecticut and Illinois, Beth is delighted to call Massachusetts home for over 13 years and is deeply committed to making a positive difference in the area. Outside of professional pursuits, Beth enjoys swimming and painting, finding balance and inspiration in these personal hobbies. Feel free to contact Beth and say hi!
DAILY SCHEDULE
TIME (AM) | FEATURE |
5:25 | This Date in History |
5:45 | Celebrity Birthdays |
7:27 | Digital Pro Kim Komando |
9:42 | Local Artist Spotlight of the Day |
WEEKLY FEATURES
PET OF THE WEEK
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Meet our Pet of the Week, Bella
Meet Bella from Quincy Animal Shelter! She is a professional pooch in the way that she is 8 years...
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
The Morning Show: Monday, February 17th
Welcome to the “Presidents Day” edition of The South Shore’s Morning News. Today we’re asking you to text/call and vote for your favorite U.S. President in our annual poll. The call and text line to the studio is 781-837-4900 Diane Jordan helps us realign ourselves by...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, February 18th
Our technical confidante joins us for Tech Talk at 8:11! David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, keeps us informed on all things computing. www.actsmartit.com Every Tuesday we talk with the South Shore Chamber of Commerce. We are joined by the new President &...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, February 19th
Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in at 7:41. www.plymouthchamber.com Dr. Cristina LePort joins us at 8:11 to talk about her medical thriller “Change of Heart”. In the bustling heart of New York City, a young medical...
The Morning Show: Thursday, February 20th
Many of us know Leland Melvin from his iconic 2009 NASA photo with his two dogs. But now the former astronaut, NFL player, engineer and educator is stepping into yet another new frontier as an author and we get to talk with him at 7:41. His new graphic novel: “Space...
The Morning Show: Friday, February 21st
It’s “Name that Tune” with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic. Steven picks out some great tunes and you must be the first caller to guess the correct tune. www.plymouthphil.org Feel Good Friday with Attorney Mark Stiles from Stiles Law each and every...
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
KIM KOMANDO
Airs weekdays at 7:27 a.m.!
SOUTH SHORE MORNING NEWS PODCAST
“There is a unique excitement and special energy that comes from collaborating with Lisa Azizian and the crew at WATD. When we tune into 95.9FM and hear our brand and message broadcasted, catching the ear of thousands of listeners throughout the day, we are so proud of the work we do. Our mission to raise awareness and funds toward a cure for type 1 diabetes is tremendously assisted and positively impacted by our yearlong partnership with the radio station.
We applaud WATD’s outstanding local news, sports coverage and the on-air entertainment they provide for their audience of Boston’s south shore and are continuously grateful for their sincere and unmatched support.
THE MORNING SHOW TEAM
Beth Foster
Co-Host, The South Shore's Morning News | Digital Media Specialist
(781) 837-1166 ext. 314
Liza Churchill
Sports Reporter | Host, Goldie Bounce Golf
Malcolm Alter
Traffic Reporter