The History Of Labor Day

The History Of Labor Day

Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian, at the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD’s Dan McCready about the origins of the Labor Day Holiday.  
Pilgrim Hall Museum Holding Anniversary Event, Gala

Pilgrim Hall Museum Holding Anniversary Event, Gala

The Pilgrim Hall Museum is celebrating their 200th Anniversary with a big gala Sunday night. Executive Director Donna Curtin told the South Shore’s Morning News that there will are some festivities taking place right now. She also discusses some of the attractions for...
Travelers Hitting The Roadways This Labor Day Weekend

Travelers Hitting The Roadways This Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day is traditionally a busy travel day, although this year things may be a little different. AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop tells WATD News which day he expects will be the busiest. He also says travel won’t just be limited to cars and planes. Schieldrop...
Two Facing Charges Following Fatal Overdose In Plymouth

Two Facing Charges Following Fatal Overdose In Plymouth

Two people are facing gun and drug charges following an investigation. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office says that Massachusetts State Police responded to a fatal fentanyl overdose in Plymouth in June and seized the victim’s cell phone. Through analysis...
Two-Alarm Fire Reported In Duxbury

Two-Alarm Fire Reported In Duxbury

Crews were called to the scene of a fire in Duxbury. Reports say the two-alarm blaze took place at 25 Bay Ave. All occupants reportedly got out safely. At this time there is no official word regarding any potential damage.