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Marshfield High School Holds Pi Day Fundraiser
Marshfield High School held a fundraiser for students and teachers on Friday afternoon. WATD's Charles Fulmer reports. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cy7ctCb_3fM
Plymouth: State Education Secretary Visits Manomet Elementary School
In Plymouth, Education Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler visits Manomet Elementary School Thursday in celebration of Civic Learning Week. The Secretary met with students, sat in on classes, and made an announcement about bold stories and bright legacies. WATD’s Bobbi...
Ed Perry Gives His Annual Pi Day Address
It's that time of year again as Dan McCready joins WATD Owner Ed Perry for his annual Pi Day Address. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIpwPL0vFa8
$5,000 Reward Being Offered In Search For Brockton Fugitive
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz speaks with WATD's Christine James about a reward being offered for information leading to the capture of Luis Soto who is being sought in connection with a deadly shooting at a Dollar Tree store in Brockton on January 31,...
Astrogeek Discusses Lunar Eclipse
The "Astrogeek" Steve La Flamme speaks with WATD's Christine James about the upcoming Lunar Eclipse that will be visible late Thursday night/early Friday morning. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rlUfpFnZP0M
Maureen Boyle Discusses New Bedford Highway Murders
Author Maureen Boyle speaks with WATD's Christine James about her book, "Shallow Graves: The Hunt for the New Bedford Highway Serial Killer." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWEGbz6MEQA
Scenes From the February 2025 Veterans Drive Thru
The Goon Squad braved some rainy weather for yet another Veterans Food Drive Thru. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnMDMVeowR8
Brockton Police Now Say No Attempted Kidnapping On Tuesday
**Brockton Police say that upon further investigation it does not appear there was an actual kidnapping attempt, no further information is available at this time.** Earlier reports from Brockton Police say an elementary student reported an attempted kidnapping while...
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
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