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Rockland Election Results
by Lenny Rowe | Apr 9, 2023 | News
Rockland Town Election Unofficial Results Contested Races Selectmen Two Seats Mike O’Loughlin – 1,050 John Ellard – 856 Write-In: Joe Ambrose – 602 Misc – 18 Board of Health Three-Year Term -- One Seat Write-In: Robert Stephens – 146 Write-In: Matt Ryan...
Pedestrian Struck By Commuter Rail Train In Brockton
by Dan McCready | Apr 7, 2023 | News
One person was hospitalized after being struck by a Commuter Rail train Friday morning. Brockton Fire officials tell WATD News that shortly after 7 a.m. they received the report about the pedestrian being struck at Campello station. The victim, identified as a...
In Plymouth There Are 124 Short Term Rentals Registered With The Board Of Health
by Bobbi Clark | Apr 7, 2023 | News
In Plymouth, the tourist season will soon be in full swing and there are many accommodations for visitors, among them short term rentals—and currently there are 124 of them registered with the Board of Health. So, what are the town’s requirements for a homeowner to...
Rockland Annual Town Election On Saturday
by Dan McCready | Apr 7, 2023 | News
There will be three contested races on the ballot when Rockland holds its Annual Town Election on Saturday. Incumbent John Davis will face challenger Sally Shakespeare for a seat on the Housing Authority. The race for School Committee will see incumbent Jaime Hennessy...
Pedestrian Incident At Brockton Commuter Rail Station
by Dan McCready | Apr 7, 2023 | News
Crews are on scene dealing with an incident involving a pedestrian at a Brockton Commuter Rail Station. Fire officials say they are currently operating at a pedestrian accident at the Campello station. MBTA officials say the Middleborough Line Train 005 is terminating...
Sullivan Discusses COVID Numbers, Brockton Hospital, Cabo Verde President
by Dan McCready | Apr 6, 2023 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the latest COVID numbers, efforts to reopen Brockton Hospital, and a recent visit by President of Cape Verde José Maria Neves.
Man Pleads Not Guilty In Connection With Deadly Route 24 Crash
by Dan McCready | Apr 6, 2023 | News
An arrest has been made in connection with a fatal crash on Route 24 in West Bridgewater. The incident took place around 10:30 p.m. Monday when State Police say a 2008 Toyota Scion TC changed lanes and made contact with a 2015 Honda Accord. The Toyota then fled the...
“Capable” Offers an Inside View Into a Local Detective’s Dogged Pursuit of Boston Organized Crime
by WATD 95.9 FM | Apr 6, 2023 | News
Joe Saccardo had a long and storied career with the Massachusetts State Police and retired as a Detective Captain, he also dealt with some of most well-known and notorious players in Boston organized crime. Saccardo's new book, "Capable" delves into some of the...
Passover Begins On Wednesday Night
by Dan McCready | Apr 5, 2023 | News
Passover, which celebrates the Biblical story of the Israelites' escape from slavery in Egypt, begins Wednesday night at sundown and is traditionally observed with a Seder Dinner meal. Rabbi Alfred Benjamin, of Congregation Beth Shalom of the Blue Hills in...
Cape Verde President Visits Brockton High School
by Charles Mathewson | Apr 4, 2023 | News
Brockton has the largest Cape Verdean population outside Cape Verde. So, when the President of the Republic of Cabo Verde, José Maria Neves visits the U.S., he visits Brockton. WATD’s Charles Mathewson has this report:
Coast Guard Hill Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8th
by Mariel Reed | Apr 4, 2023 | South Shore Events
Marshfield Recreation presents the Coast Guard Hill Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8th. It had been rescheduled due to weather but will go on rain or shine this Saturday.
West Bridgewater Crash Leaves Raynham Woman Dead
by Dan McCready | Apr 4, 2023 | News
An investigation is underway after a hit and run crash in West Bridgewater leaves a woman dead. Massachusetts State Police say that a preliminary investigation indicates that at approximately 10:30 p.m. Monday a 2008 Toyota Scion TC and a 2015 Honda Accord were...
See Plymouth Awarded $1 Million Tourism Promotion Grant
by Bobbi Clark | Apr 4, 2023 | News
In Plymouth, this week, the tourism promotion organization for the town and county, See Plymouth, will accept a $1 million grant, administered by the Massachusetts Office of Travel, and funded by the Economic Development Administration. This is to promote the shoulder...
The Morning Show: Mon., April 3, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Monday. Happy April! Today at 7:45 we check in with Diane Jordan for More Comfort Mondays, helping bring more comfort to our body, mind and soul. Visit https://naturalbodyworkskingston.com/ to learn more about Diane and the work she and her team does. It’s time...
The Morning Show: Tues., April 4, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Good Tuesday morning! Today at 7:41 Rob talks with Dr. Sean O’Brien from Wieymeyer Dentistry about your dental health and tips for staying healthy. https://wiemeyerdentistry.com/index.php David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, joins us at 8:11 for his weekly...
The Morning Show: Wed., April 5, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Rob is off today, Larry Nelson will be sitting in from 5 - 10 this morning. Joining Larry at 7:41 is Amy Naples, Executive Director of the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce, with an update on news and events as we prepare for summer in Plymouth. www.plymouthchamber.com
The Morning Show: Thurs., April 6, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Thursday. Let's chat with our friends. First up, Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director, from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce joins us at 7:41 with a look at activity in the City of Presidents. www.thequincychamber.com Bob Terravecchia, Chairman and CEO,...
The Morning Show: Fri., April 7, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Hello Friday! It’s time to “Name that Tune” with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic this morning at 7:11! Steven picks out some great tunes and you have to be the first to guess the song. Call the studio with your answer: 781-837-4900!...
The Morning Show: Mon., March 27, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Hello Monday. Rob is off today, filling in is Larry Nelson here at the morning news desk from 5:00 - 10:00 am. And joining Larry at 7:45 is Diane Jordan with More Comfort Mondays. Diane is the owner of Natural Body Works in Kingston. It’s time to introduce you to our...
The Morning Show: Tues., March 28, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Tuesday and joining us this morning at 7:41 is Barbie Rugg, who facilitates the Social Day Club at the Marshfield Senior Center. Barbie joins us to tells us all about this great program. https://www.marshfieldseniorcenter.org/social-day-program David Snell, from...
The Morning Show: Wed., March 29, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Wednesday. Let's chat with our friends. Today at 6:41 Rob talks with psychiatrist Dr. Pooja Lakshmin about her new book, Real Self-Care: A Transformative Program for Redefining Wellness (Crystals, Cleanses, and Bubble Baths Not Included)....
The Morning Show: Thurs., March 30, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome to Thursday. It's time to check in with Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director, from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce at 7:41 this morning. www.thequincychamber.com At 8:11 Bob Terravecchia, Chairman and CEO, from Coastal Heritage Bank stops by for his...
The Morning Show: Fri., March 31, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Friday! Rob is off today, Larry Nelson will be filling in and chatting this morning at 9:10 with Mark Stiles of Stiles Law for Feel Good Friday!
Little Henry the Yorkie is looking for a new home!
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 2, 2023 | Pet of the Week
Meet Henry! This tiny little 10 and a half year old Yorkie is such a love! He came to our friends at Yorkies, Inc. skin and bones weighing just 1.11oz! Henty was quite literally the most frail pup they had every received who wasn’t sick! He was living with two...
Cause of Scituate Five-Alarm Fire Still Under Investigation
by WATD 95.9 FM | Mar 31, 2023 | News
In Scituate, Fire Chief John Murphy says the cause of a five-alarm fire that destroyed five homes near Minot Beach is still under investigation. In an interview with WATD's Christine James, he says more than 65 firefighters from 11 communities responded to the scene....
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