Tagged: traffic

DCR To Hold Meeting On Blue Hills Road Closure

July 15th, 2026 | traffic

The Department of Conservation and Recreation will be holding a meeting Wednesday night to discuss a proposed road closure in the Blue Hills. Officials say the proposal would lead to a pilot closure of Chickatawbut Rd. and Wampatuck Rd. that is slated to take place over the summer. The closures would be in effect between […]

Plymouth Sewer Work To Cause Traffic Delays

June 10th, 2026 | traffic

Work is scheduled to begin Thursday in Plymouth on the town’s sewer system. Town officials say the Sewer Division will be conducting construction activities on several roadways with a primary focus on Pleasant St., Oak St., and Summer St. Residents, businesses, and motorists are being told to expect temporary traffic delays, lane restrictions, and construction […]

A Busy Holiday Season For Travelers

December 22nd, 2025 | traffic

AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop gives WATD’s Dan McCready an overview of the holiday travel season. AAA Northeast Norfolk Co. Sheriff Discusses Coat Drive, Package Thefts

Road Closure At Route 24 South

July 29th, 2025 | traffic

A road closure is in effect in West Bridgewater. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation says that Route 24 southbound is currently closed after the Route 106 interchange due to an earlier crash. Officials say the closure on the southbound side of Route 24 is expected to remain in effect for several hours and motorists are being […]

July 4th Weekend A Busy One For Travelers

July 3rd, 2025 | traffic

AAA is predicting that the roadways will be busy during the July 4th weekend. WATD’s Dan McCready reports. AAA Northeast South Shore July Fourth Celebrations

Closure On Route 3 South

June 30th, 2025 | traffic

A temporary closure is in effect on Route 3 South in Plymouth. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) says the closure will be in effect beginning at 7:30 a.m. Monday and will remain in place “for several hours.” A detour will be in effect with motorists taking exit 15A to Samoset Street then turning right […]

Memorial Day Weekend Expected To Be Busy For Travelers

May 23rd, 2025 | traffic

Travelers have begun making their Memorial Day Weekend treks. WATD’s Dan McCready explains.  

Thanksgiving Day Not As Hectic For Travelers

November 23rd, 2023 | traffic

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 […]

A Large Number Of Travelers Are Out And About As Thanksgiving Nears

November 22nd, 2023 | traffic

Travelers 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 | traffic

The 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 […]

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