While Thanksgiving week is one of the busiest travel times of the year, the holiday itself is not usually as hectic. AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop tells WATD News that this day is also a good one to take a cruise. Schieldrop says they have also seen increases in other means of travel such […]
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Thanksgiving Day Not As Hectic For Travelers
November 23rd, 2023 | trafficA Large Number Of Travelers Are Out And About As Thanksgiving Nears
November 22nd, 2023 | trafficTravelers are out in large numbers for the Thanksgiving holiday. The Wednesday before Thanksgiving, is traditionally the busiest travel day of the year, and AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop  tells WATD News this year seems to be following that trend. However, Schieldrop says that things have gotten a little easier. In another bit […]
Busy Road, Air Travel Forecast As Labor Day Weekend Gets Early Start
August 31st, 2023 | trafficThe Labor Day weekend may not officially be underway yet, but many folks are already taking to the roadways. Mark Schieldrop, a Senior Spokesperson for AAA Northeast tells WATD News the uptick in air travel has been significant. While travel would be traditionally wrapped up by Monday, Schieldrop says it may extend a […]
Water Main Break In Rockland
August 29th, 2023 | trafficCrews were called to the scene of a Water Main Break in Rockland. Rockland Police say the break took place in the area of Reservoir Park Dr. and Weymouth St. Motorists are being asked to avoid the area at this time.
Downed Power Lines Lead To Road Closure In Hanover
July 6th, 2023 | trafficDowned power lines have led to a road closure in Hanover. Fire officials say they were dispatched to 1136 Main St. with a box truck that took multiple utility lines down. Â Motorists are being asked to avoid the area.
South Shore Bear Spotted In Cohasset
June 20th, 2023 | trafficThe South Shore Bear’s summertime journey continues. Cohasset Police stopped traffic in some areas Monday as their “furry friend” made his way through Border St., South Main St., 100 Pond St., Clay Spring, Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Stop and Shop, Chittenden Lane, Fairoaks, Dunkin Donuts, CHOPS, Rose Hill, and King St. and was last seen […]
Closure For Powder Point Bridge
February 9th, 2023 | trafficThe Powder Point Bridge in Duxbury will be closed beginning Friday. Town officials say the closure is needed for ongoing bridge repairs. The bridge will be closed to both vehicles and pedestrians.
Water Main Break In Scituate
December 7th, 2022 | trafficA water main break has been reported in Scituate. Town officials say a private contractor hit a water main on Foxwell Ln. while replacing new services. Water service in the area will likely be off for 2 hours.
Police Activity In Marshfield
November 30th, 2022 | trafficWe are getting reports of police activity near a Marshfield home. Marshfield Police tell WATD News that traffic on Gotham Hill Dr. is open to residents only. No official reason has been given for the police presence in the area. We are continuing to follow this story and will provide you with more information as […]