by Christine James | Mar 23, 2022 | News
Marshfield Veterans’ Service Officer Carin Paulette and Assistant Veterans’ Service Officer Lisa Potts spoke with WATD’s Christine James about contacting their office about benefits as well as some upcoming events. Photo Credit: Dan McCready...
by WATD Web Editor | Mar 23, 2022 | News
Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine works in babies, toddlers and preschoolers. The company announced early findings from a study of children younger than 6 on Wednesday. If regulators agree the small doses are safe and effective enough, it could mean a chance to...
by Lenny Rowe | Mar 22, 2022 | News
In Randolph, a funeral procession will be held for a U.S. Army Veteran who died unexpectedly at the age of 71. Kevin Cook, the Director of Veterans Services, says Charles Capen served from 1969 to 1971, during the Vietnam War. Services will take place Wednesday...
by Lenny Rowe | Mar 22, 2022 | News
Olena Bethoney is a Ukrainian American living in Duxbury. She joined WATD’s Christine James in studio to discuss the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and fundraising campaigns. She suggests the Ukrainian Cultural Center of New England (UCCN.org) as a hub for people who...
by Lenny Rowe | Mar 22, 2022 | News, South Shore Events
The Plympton Police Department is selling patches to help increase autism awareness and acceptance. Special Police Officer Laicey Ieronimo said patches are $10 each, and all proceeds will go to the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation. “One in every 59 children in the U.S.A is...
by Dan McCready | Mar 21, 2022 | News
Plymouth County Offices will serve as a collection point for a donation drive for the people of Ukraine. County Commissioner Jared Valanzola tells WATD News that many of the items being sought are first aid supplies. Items can be dropped off...
by Dan McCready | Mar 21, 2022 | News
Whitman Police are asking the public’s help as they try to identify a suspect involved in a theft. Police say around 10 a.m. Sunday the suspect took an item from a yard on Franklin St. Video of the theft will can be found here. Anyone with information is being asked...
by Christine James | Mar 21, 2022 | News
There is a “Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin” that’s available to all who served, it’s a lasting memento of the nation’s thanks. A presentation is planned for March 29th. Hingham’s Director of Veterans Services, Keith Jermyn, shared...
by Lisa Azizian | Mar 21, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
Monday, we meet again! Let’s talk to our friends. First up, at 7:45, it’s Diane Jordan and More Comfort Mondays. Diane is the founder of Natural Body Works in Kingston and this segment is designed to bring you more comfort to your body, mind and soul. At...
by Lisa Azizian | Mar 21, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
It’s Tuesday! It’s time to chat with our friends, old and new. First up, it’s Tech Talk with David Snell from ACTSmart I.T. David joins us every Tuesday at 8:1 with the latest tech news and trends. www.actsmartit.com Also every Tuesday, we talk...