by Christine James | Sep 12, 2021 | News
For many people, what happened on 9/11 was a pivotal moment in their lives and 20 years later, they will not forget what happened on that day. Terrorism expert Colonel Dave Gavigan says the events of that day brought a new focus to protecting our country, and...
by WATD Web Editor | Sep 10, 2021 | News
Before the 20th anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks, WATD aired a montage of original sound and reporting from September 11, 2001 and the days that followed. This montage originally aired on the 10th anniversary. Reports include station owner Ed Perry,...
by Lenny Rowe | Sep 10, 2021 | News
Plymouth County Sheriff Joe McDonald says today, his office is giving notice to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that they are terminating the 287(g) program. He explains the decision to WATD’s Christine James, listen to the interview...
by Lenny Rowe | Sep 10, 2021 | News
South Shore towns are planning ceremonies to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, some towns are not hosting formal ceremonies. Abington Friday at 9:15 p.m. at the Abington 9/11 memorial in front of the...
by Lenny Rowe | Sep 9, 2021 | News
Duxbury Fire Chief Kevin Nord and Kingston Police K9 Officer Mike La Natra joined WATD’s Christine James to detail their experiences in New York City after the 9/11 attacks. In 2001, La Natra worked as a Brooklyn North Gang Squad Detective for the New York City Police...
by Dan McCready | Sep 9, 2021 | News
Congressman Bill Keating says it is essential for the region’s safety that the station remain open. The state’s Junior Senator Ed Markey told WATD News he has expressed his concerns to Coast Guard officials regarding the seasonal station. Local officials...
by Dan McCready | Sep 9, 2021 | News
Duxbury High School held a ceremony Wednesday paying tribute to two Medal of Honor winners. Lt. Col. William Swenson led his unit through an ambush while he was a U.S. Army Captain in Afghanistan in 2009. Audio courtesy of Dragon TV. Retired Army Capt. Florent...
by Lenny Rowe | Sep 9, 2021 | South Shore Events
From pasta to peanut butter, and even pet food, the 11th edition of the Veterans’ Voice Food Drive will take place today in front of the WATD studios. Gregg Brasso, the co-host of Veterans’ Voice, says the drive-thru event is open to anyone in need, not just veterans....
by Lenny Rowe | Sep 8, 2021 | News
Jay’s Hope & Promise was founded to help raise awareness and funds for those struggling with addiction. The non-profit organization was established last year, after 26-year-old Jay Pransky lost his battle with addiction. So far, the organization has helped more...
by Christine James | Sep 8, 2021 | News
A 13-year-old girl was killed and another man injured in a Wareham dirt bike crash. The victim is identified as Ava Pioppi, of Carver. The fatal dirt bike crash happened on Monday afternoon around 4:00pm at Wareham MX park, on the Cranberry highway. State Police...
