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Marshfield High School To Host Vietnam Veterans Panel
Marshfield Director of Veterans' Services Carin Paulette and Assistant Director of Veterans' Services Lisa Potts speak with WATD's Christine James about an upcoming panel featuring Vietnam Veterans. https://youtu.be/n3MRHu-zWnI?si=S_BSpOxdSh1s9g_5
Plymouth: Board Of Health – A Powerful Group
In Plymouth the Board of Health recently announced a ban on the use of polystyrene takeout containers to go into effect next year. This action has prompted questions about the power and authority of the Board of Health. Town Manager Derek Brindisi, prior to coming to...
Brockton Mayor Sullivan Will Not Seek Reelection
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan announced he will not seek reelection in January. WATD's Charles Fulmer reports. https://youtu.be/plRO1U7uFXM
Duxbury TM Approves Override
The Town of Duxbury put forth its first budget override in 35 years at their Annual Town Meeting, which, despite all of the controversy in town, passed during the vote. Duxbury Town Manager Rene Read tells WATD news that the budget discussion was the hottest...
Fire Officials Say To Check Smoke, Carbon Monoxide Detectors This Weekend
Duxbury Deputy Fire Chief Brian Monahan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the importance of checking smoke and carbon monoxide detectors this weekend to make sure they are properly working. https://youtu.be/4Mm0t5yMcYU
Brockton Mayor Discusses Flu, VA Cuts, Gymnastics
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the latest flu numbers in the city, potential cuts to Veterans Affairs, and a local gymnastics team moving on to a regional tournament. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBhRRXY1vlk
Plymouth: Senator Fernandes Visits Seniors At Center For Active Living
In Plymouth this week, on the 3rd, State Senator Dylan Fernandes spoke at the Center for Active Living or CAL, the town’s senior center, and seniors in attendance raised many concerns, one of them: 40B developments in town. WATD's Bobbi Clark has more…...
Joan Meschino Provides Legislative Update
State Rep. Joan Meschino gives WATD's Christine James a legislative update. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DSv9qzIL58
Creed Recaps Trump’s Congressional Address
WATD Political Analyst John Creed gives WATD's Dan McCready a recap of President Donald Trump's Address before a Joint Session of Congress Tuesday night. https://youtu.be/Zw7bKMVgeT8
Avon Man Arrested In Connection With Homicide Investigation
Officials are investigating a reported homicide in Avon. The Norfolk District Attorney’s Office says that shortly before 4:30 p.m. Tuesday first responders were dispatched to a home on Nichols Avenue after receiving a 911 call regarding an unresponsive female in need...
Marshfield To Pursue Legal Action Against MBTA Communities Act
Marshfield Town Counsel Robert Galvin and Select Board Chair Lynne Fidler speak with WATD's Christine James about a lawsuit regarding the MBTA Communities Zoning Act. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hade7vUhamE
Creed Previews Trump Congressional Address
WATD Political Analyst John Creed gives Dan McCready a preview of President Donald Trump's Tuesday Night Address To A Joint Session Of Congress. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3dWVAUQJJo
Over 100 In Marshfield Rally Against Trump and Musk
Over 100 gathered in front of Dandelion Park in Marshfield to protest the policies of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. WATD's Tom Gorman was there. https://youtu.be/jq-v6aay2SU
TIC Presents ‘Gunsmoke’
The Talking Information Center Radio Theater presented its version of the popular television show, Gunsmoke. WATD's Tom Gorman reports. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pykTsy6Bjs
Plymouth: Cruise Ship Visits To Increase
In Plymouth, what began as a trial run of three cruise ship visits to Plymouth in the summer of 2023 increased the next summer to twenty-four visits, part of a one year agreement and the Town then worked with American Cruise lines to develop a contract. Article 8...
Fernandes Gives Legislative Update
State Senator Dylan Fernandes speaks with WATD's Christine James about legislation dealing with topics such as Holtec, hospital closings, and the environment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbUIlsO0_QA
Police Arrest Duxbury Man Following Police Chase
A Duxbury man is facing charges after a police chase. Duxbury Police say that at around 5 p.m. Tuesday they saw a Toyota Celica driving on Parks St. with an expired inspection sticker. It was also determined that the owner had a suspended license due to an “immediate...
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