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Carver Wraps Up Annual Town Meeting on Night Two
by Mariel Reed | Apr 14, 2023 | News
Carver completed its second and final session of town meeting last night. The meeting focused on solar energy storage, sand removal, and access to government. A citizens petitioned article that would require a time for citizen participation in all public hearings and...
Sullivan Discusses Brockton Hospital, Stop & Shop, Mac Jones
by Dan McCready | Apr 13, 2023 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan gives WATD's Dan McCready an update on Brockton Hospital, Stop & Shop, and a visit by Patriots Quarterback Mac Jones.
Seven Men Arrested in Connection to Catalytic Converter Thefts from 470 Vehicles
by Lenny Rowe | Apr 12, 2023 | News
Seven Massachusetts men were arrested in connection to the theft from ATMs, jewelry stores, and catalytic converters from more than 470 vehicles in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. The U.S. Attorney’s Office says the thefts included 12 vehicles that were stolen from...
Spirit Of Hanover To Be Celebrated At Upcoming Award Luncheon
by Christine James | Apr 12, 2023 | News
Hanover Police Chief Tim Kane and Select Board Chair Rhonda Nyman speak with WATD's Christine James about the Spirit of Hanover Community Service Award Luncheon. The Spirit of Hanover Community Service Luncheon will take place at the Hanover Senior Center, located at...
Legal Updates, Earth Day Among Topics At FRRACS Meeting
by Dan McCready | Apr 12, 2023 | News
Alice Arena, Executive Director of the Fore River Residents Against The Compressor Station, provides WATD's Dan McCready with a recap of their meeting on Tuesday night. The Fore River Residents Against the Compressor Station will hold their next meeting on May...
Crews Battle Brush Fires In Quincy, Kingston
by Dan McCready | Apr 12, 2023 | News
Two South Shore towns were dealing with brush fires Tuesday afternoon. Shortly before 3 p.m. Quincy Police announced they were closing Commander Shea Blvd. to traffic in both directions as crews were dealing with a large brush fire in a marsh. Meanwhile the Kingston...
Free Family Market in Plymouth
by Mariel Reed | Apr 12, 2023 | South Shore Events
The Plymouth Family Free Family Market takes place every second Friday of the Month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Court Street in Plymouth.
Alert Train Operators Stop MBTA Train From Hitting Cohasset Woman
by Christine James | Apr 12, 2023 | News
An alert train conductor and engineer were able to stop a commuter train just in time Tuesday morning around 10:55 a.m. to avoid hitting a woman lying on train tracks in Cohasset. Cohasset Police Chief Bill Quigley says the woman, a Cohasset resident, was on...
Carver Residents Approve $46 million Operating Budget, Capital Projects, Old Colony Study, but Key Articles Remain at Town Meeting
by Lenny Rowe | Apr 11, 2023 | News
In Carver, residents approved a $46 million operating budget, $3.9 million dollars in capital projects, but key articles still remain after the session did not conclude in one night. Marred at times by failed amendments and technical issues, the first night of Annual...
Scituate Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale
by Site Admin | Apr 11, 2023 | South Shore Events
Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 9AM-Noon at the Mann Farm House - Wildflower Garden on the Corner of Stockbridge Road and 108 Greenfield Lane, Scituate. Their 2023 sale will offer more that 2000 plants! Hundreds of perennials from our members gardens. Locally grown...
143 Veterinary Services Finds New Home in Cohasset
by Gill Johnston | Apr 11, 2023 | News
With so many veterinary practices being purchased by big companies, one veterinarian wants her practice to be more personal. Dr. Diana Watkins, owner of 143 Veterinary Services, hosted a grand opening for her new clinic. Local officials and residents from town came to...
Spring Carnival to Benefit Weymouth High School
by Site Admin | Apr 11, 2023 | South Shore Events
The carnival is coming to Weymouth April 19th through April 23rd. The carnival will be held at the high school, 1 Wildcat Way in Weymouth. The carnival will feature rides, games and food. Ride unlimited rides during our discount ride promotion days, enjoy the sights...
Carver To Hold Annual Town Meeting Tuesday Night
by Dan McCready | Apr 11, 2023 | News
Town Administrator Robert Fennessy gives WATD's Dan McCready a preview of Carver's Annual Town Meeting. Carver Annual Town Meeting will begin at 6 p.m. at the Carver Middle High School located at 60 South Meadow Rd.
Citizens Group Advocates For 9 Articles At Carver Annual Town Meeting
by Dan McCready | Apr 11, 2023 | News
Mary Dormer, Co-Founder of Carver Concerned Citizens, speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the articles they are supporting in regards to sand and gravel mining and water issues. Carver Annual Town Meeting will begin tonight (4/11) at 6 p.m. at the Carver...
Firefighter Injured In Early Morning Blaze In Hanover
by Dan McCready | Apr 11, 2023 | News
Crews were called to the scene of a 3-alarm fire Tuesday morning in Hanover. Fire Chief Jason Cavallaro tells WATD News the fire reached three alarms at one point. Cavallaro says one firefighter was injured. Damage is estimated at around $200,000....
Crews Respond To 3-Alarm Fire In Hanover
by Dan McCready | Apr 11, 2023 | News
Crews were called to the scene of a 3-alarm fire this morning in Hanover. Rockland is among the communities providing aid saying they responded to the fire on Whiting St. Duxbury is providing station coverage. At this time there is no official word regarding damage or...
The Morning Show: Monday, April 10, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 10, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Hello! Let's get this week started. First up, Diane Jordan of Natural Body Works in Kingston brings us more comfort for our body, mind and soul during her More Comfort Mondays segment at 7:45. Curious about her offerings and how they can help you? Visit...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, April 11, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 10, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Tech Talk time at 8:11 every Tuesday here on the morning show. David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, joins Rob to talk about the latest technology news and trends and gives sage advice to keep us safe online. Missed a week? You can read David's blog to get...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, April 12, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 10, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Today we chat with Amy Naples, Executive Director from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce. at 7:41 to learn about upcoming events in America's Hometown and how Plymouth is preparing for the summer season. www.plymouthchamber.com At 8:11 local author Nicole Riley...
The Morning Show: Thursday, April 13, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 10, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Thursday, and we're delighted to lace up our sneakers once again for our Walk of the Week with John Galluzzo at 6:56! John makes it his missions to walk all across the South Shore, and we're lucky he shares his jaunts, on the trails and with nature, with us each...
The Morning Show: Friday, April 14, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 10, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Friday! We made it through another week. But before we start the weekend let's Name That Tune with Steven Karidoyanes of the Plymouth Phil today at 7:11! Steven picks out some great tunes and you have to be the first to try and guess the song....
Man Pleads Guilty In Connection With Brockton Killing
by Dan McCready | Apr 10, 2023 | News
A man has entered a guilty plea in connection to a 2020 killing in Brockton. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office says 31-year-old Takari Elliot pleaded guilty on Friday to one count each of Manslaughter and Attempted Assault and Battery by Discharge of a...
State Rep. Patrick Kearney Discusses Supplemental Budget, MBTA
by Dan McCready | Apr 10, 2023 | News
State Rep. Patrick Kearney speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the recently approved Supplemental State Budget and the MBTA.
Scituate To Hold Special & Annual Town Meeting On Monday Night
by Dan McCready | Apr 10, 2023 | News
Scituate Town Administrator Jim Boudreau speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about Monday night's Special and Annual Town Meeting. The Scituate Special and Annual Town Meetings will begin at 7 p.m. at the Scituate High School Gymnasium at 606 Chief Justice Cushing...
Pets of the Week Jack and Jill are in an uphill quest to be adopted together!
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 10, 2023 | Pet of the Week
***UPDATE: Jack and Jill have been adopted by wonderful WATD listeners! Thank you!! Meet Jack and Jill, 9-month old mix breed pups that are just the sweetest. This duo is a bonded pair and must be adopted together. Two pups = twice the love and only a single adoption...
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