Tagged: Veterans

A Look At The Historical Origins Of Memorial Day

May 29th, 2023 | Veterans

Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian at the Massachusetts Historical Society, spoke with WATD’s Dan McCready about the history behind the Memorial Day holiday.

Retired Navy SEAL Discusses Memorial Day

May 29th, 2023 | Veterans

Retired Navy Seal Tony O’Brien gives WATD’s Dan McCready his perspective on Memorial Day.

Marshfield To Hold Memorial Day Observances

May 24th, 2023 | Veterans

Marshfield Veterans’ Service Officer Carin Paulette and Assistant Veterans’ Service Officer Lisa Potts spoke with WATD’s Christine James about the town’s upcoming Memorial Day Observances.    

Scenes From May 11th Veterans Food Drive Thru

May 18th, 2023 | Veterans

Another Veterans Food Drive Thru was held near the WATD Studios at 130 Enterprise Dr. in Marshfield.

Volunteers Being Sought To Place Flags On Veterans’ Graves In Milton

May 5th, 2023 | Veterans

The Town of Milton will be placing flags on veterans’ graves at Milton Cemetery on Saturday ahead of Memorial Day. Veteran’s Agent Kevin Cook tells WATD News that all are welcome to attend.   Cook says this is a way residents can show appreciation for those who served.   Milton Cemetery is located at 211 […]

A Discussion About Services For Local Veterans, Memorial Day

May 1st, 2023 | Veterans

Marshfield Veterans’ Service Officer Carin Paulette and Assistant Veterans’ Service Officer Lisa Potts spoke with WATD’s Christine James about services for veterans and an upcoming Memorial Day Observance.  

Scenes From The April 13 Veterans Food Drive Thru

April 20th, 2023 | Veterans

The Goon Squad was out once again for another Veterans Food Drive Thru next to the WATD Studios in Marshfield. Those interested in donating should email: [email protected].

Donations Sought At Veterans Food Drive Thru

March 10th, 2023 | Veterans

Organizers of the Veterans Food Drive Thru are seeking donations to keep the event going. To learn more about donating ermail : [email protected].

Scenes From The February 9 Vets Drive Thru, Donations Being Sought

February 10th, 2023 | Veterans

The Goon Squad was out once again on Thursday for another Veterans Food Drive Thru. Donations are being sought to keep the food drive going, those looking to donate should contact Gregg Brasso at 781-985-1551.

Veterans Appreciation Night To Take Place At Hingham High School

January 25th, 2023 | Veterans

Keith Jermyn, the Veterans Service Officer for the Town of Hingham, speaks with WATD’s Dan McCready about the Veterans Appreciation Night taking place at Hingham High School Wednesday night. The Veterans Appreciation Night will begin at 6:45 p.m. ahead of the Hingham High School vs. Plymouth North High School wrestling match at Hingham High School […]