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Lynch Discusses Venezuela, ICE, Greenland
by Dan McCready | Jan 9, 2026 | News
Congressman Stephen Lynch speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the ongoing situation in Venezuela, a recent fatal shooting involving ICE agents, and discussions by the Trump Administration regarding a U.S. takeover of Greenland. https://youtu.be/isOVw9oHLeI...
Meschino Provides Legislative Update
by Dan McCready | Jan 9, 2026 | News
State Representative Joan Meschino speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about a ceremony for a recent veterans bill, a new social media initiative, and the South Shore Irish Heritage Trail. https://youtu.be/5UMLj7w_vBA State Rep. Joan Meschino Meschino Provides Legislative...
Goon Squad Kicks Off First Drive Thru Of 2026
by Dan McCready | Jan 9, 2026 | News
The cars lined up on Enterprise Dr. in Marshfield on Thursday for the first Veterans Food Drive Thru of 2026. https://youtu.be/7f1f2otZH1g Veterans Voice Network Gifts Collected At Vets Drive Thru
DA Cruz Speaks About Rucks 2 Pucks Hockey Program
by Tom Gorman | Jan 8, 2026 | News
Rucks 2 Pucks Charity Hockey Helps Veterans Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz speaks with WATD's Christine James about the Rucks 2 Pucks veterans charity hockey program. https://youtu.be/ZJbWtaX4umo DA Discusses Comfort Dogs Program DA Discusses Drug...
Plymouth County 2025 Real Estate Recap
by Tom Gorman | Jan 8, 2026 | News
Home Prices Up and Down Plymouth County Register of Deeds John Buckley recaps the county's 2025 real estate market with WATD's Christine James. https://youtu.be/zgQ42zDnzVw Some Prices Decreasing in Plymouth County Home Prices Rise in Plymouth County
The Unspoken Tension Between Care and Commitment When Family Needs and Partnership Responsibilities Intertwine
by Francesca Luca | Jan 8, 2026 | The South Shore's Morning News
There are seasons when a couple’s future shifts because the emotional landscape around them is changing in unexpected ways. A parent falls ill, responsibilities multiply, or a family experiences a loss that quietly reshapes priorities. What once felt straightforward...
Weymouth To Hold Inauguration Day
by Dan McCready | Jan 5, 2026 | News
Michael Molisse gives WATD's Dan McCready a preview of Monday night's Inauguration Day Ceremony which will see him sworn in for a full term as Weymouth's Mayor alongside members of the Town Council and School Committee. https://youtu.be/CGiCFbwQ-_Y Weymouth...
Meet our Pet(s) of the Week, Comet and Cupid
by Rob Hakala | Jan 5, 2026 | Pet of the Week
We have a bonded pair of kittens who are looking for a forever home. We want to introduce you to Comet and Cupid! They are available for adoption from Friends of Marshfield Animal Shelter. This sweet bonded pair is looking for a forever home together. Comet and...
Judge Rejects Delay Request for Brockton Mayor Swearing-In
by Tom Gorman | Jan 4, 2026 | News
A judge on Friday rejected Brockton mayoral candidate Jean Bradley Derenoncourt’s request to delay Monday's swearing-in of Moise Rodrigues as the city’s new mayor. Derenoncourt, who lost to Rodrigues by 259 votes in the November election, filed a request in Plymouth...
Whitman-Hanson School Supt. Resigns
by Tom Gorman | Jan 2, 2026 | News
Embattled Whitman-Hanson Regional School District Superintendent Jeffrey Szymaniak has resigned. In a statement on Friday, the district school committee said that Szymaniak's resignation was effective on January 1st. Szymaniak came under fire after a...
Creed Looks Back at 2025 Politics
by Tom Gorman | Jan 1, 2026 | News
A Look Back at 2025 in Politics Political analyst John Creed speaks with WATD's Christine James as he reviews the year 2025 in politics. https://youtu.be/YhL8jNY7Fzw State Rep. LaNatra Looks Back at 2025 and Looks Ahead to 2026 Brockton Election Recount Completed
Terrorism Expert Reviews 2025
by Tom Gorman | Jan 1, 2026 | News
A Look at the Brown University and MIT Professor Shootings Terrorism expert Col. Dave Gavigan speaks with WATD's Christine James about some of the tragic events of 2025. https://youtu.be/5L0-YZUObpE Scully Analyzes Walshe Trial Plymouth County DA Reviews 2025
WATD Reporter Bobbi Clark Recounts Her Career
by Tom Gorman | Dec 30, 2025 | News
Longtime WATD Plymouth reporter Bobbi Clark speaks with WATD News Director Christine James about her career as she hangs up her microphone. https://youtu.be/BJo4PnxX7jY Lee Hartman Retires From, Plymouth Planning Board Plymouth Recreation Has Something For Everyone
State Rep. LaNatra Wraps Up the Year and Looks to 2026
by Tom Gorman | Dec 29, 2025 | News
State Rep. Kathy LaNatra of the 12th Plymouth District speaks with WATD's Christine James about her accomplishments this year and looks to 2026. https://youtu.be/kUdyaWeP-ng Plymouth County DA Reviews 2025
Pets Killed in Abington Fire
by Tom Gorman | Dec 29, 2025 | News
Three pets were killed and five people displaced when fire swept through a multi-family apartment house in Abington the day after Christmas. Fire Chief John Glynn says heavy smoke was showing from the second floor when firefighters arrived at 26 Winthrop Street just...
Meet our Pet of the Week, Dorothy
by Rob Hakala | Dec 29, 2025 | Pet of the Week
We can't wait for you to meet Dorothy! She is our featured "Pet of the Week" on WATD. She is currently in foster care but is looking for her forever home. Here's the story about Dorothy. She was found with her two sisters abandoned in a field in Georgia and only...
Plymouth County DA Reviews 2025
by Tom Gorman | Dec 26, 2025 | News
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz speaks with WATD's Christine James about some of his office's accomplishments this past year. https://youtu.be/BaL1mTulYwA
Post-Holiday Travel Tips
by Tom Gorman | Dec 25, 2025 | News
The post-Christmas rush is underway. AAA's Mark Shieldrop has some tips to help make your return home a bit easier. https://youtu.be/VPeQjtmKs98
TIC’s Donation Appeal
by Tom Gorman | Dec 25, 2025 | News
The Talking Information Center\s Jacqueline Porro speaks with WATD's Christine James about the TIC's mission, it's programs, and an appeal for donations. https://youtu.be/znB8sVgk7xk
Anthony Sammarco Discusses Local Christmas Traditions
by Dan McCready | Dec 24, 2025 | News
Anthony Sammarco, author of "Christmas Traditions in Boston," speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about local holiday customs. https://youtu.be/YXbRPL6rdUs America Through Time Anthony Sammarco Book Looks At History of Christmas Tree Shops
Man Charged with Animal Cruelty
by Tom Gorman | Dec 23, 2025 | News
A 27-year-old Taunton man was arraigned in Brockton District Court Tuesday on animal cruelty charges, in connection with what was referred to by a rescue organization as “one of the worst starvation cases they had ever seen.” Devin Preeper was released on personal...
Quincy’s Wreaths Across America
by Tom Gorman | Dec 22, 2025 | News
Quincy was among the communities participating in the national Wreaths Across America where veterans' graves were decorated with wreaths. https://youtu.be/1RWxjGQHdw4 Norfolk Sheriff Discusses Coat Drive, Package Thefts Milton Menorah Lighting
A Busy Holiday Season For Travelers
by Dan McCready | Dec 22, 2025 | News
AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop gives WATD's Dan McCready an overview of the holiday travel season. https://youtu.be/G0fn-vSnKf4 AAA Northeast Norfolk Co. Sheriff Discusses Coat Drive, Package Thefts
Meet our Pet of the Week, Elsa
by Rob Hakala | Dec 22, 2025 | Pet of the Week
We are so excited for you to meet our Pet of the Week: Elsa! She is so full of love and is looking for an amazing forever home for 2026. Elsa is about 4 years old and weighs in at 14 pounds of pure fluff and love. She’s a throwback style Pomeranian, which...
Marshfield Override Election Set
by Tom Gorman | Dec 19, 2025 | News
Absentee voting begins Monday in Marshfield ahead of a special override election seeking funding to replace the Martinson Elementary School roof. The override election has been scheduled for January 10th. Officials say the school roof is in need of immediate...
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