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XL pup with XL love to give needs a new home!
Say hello to Drogo, our pet of the week! Drogo comes by way of our new friends, Gals Best Pal, and we're excited to introduce you to him. We'll also be meeting Felicia from Gals Best Pal during our Paws and Claws feature on the morning show with Rob on Valentine's...
One in Seven Women Can Be Affected by Postpartum Depression says Plymouth Board Of Health Member
In Plymouth, the difference between postpartum depression and the baby blues—discussed at the Board of Health meeting on the 8th. Board Member and pediatrician, Dr. Teri Reid, says pediatricians are on the front line to help in a diagnosis because they see mothers...
Brockton Man Facing Gun Charges after Crash into Trash Truck
A Brockton man is facing gun charges after Rockland Police say he crashed into a trash truck and ran away from the scene. Around 7 a.m. this morning, Officers Patrick Tanner, Clifton Aquino, and Sergeant Thomas MacDonald responded to the area of Union and Park Street....
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan Commends Emergency Personnel after 10-Alarm Response to Brockton Hospital
Before Tuesday, the Brockton Fire Department had never responded to a 10-alarm fire in the city. That changed when a fire broke out at Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital. More than 160 patients were transferred to hospitals around the region. About 80 ambulances,...
One Person Dies, Two Residents Injured after Fire at Multi-Family Home in Plymouth
The State Fire Marshall's Office says a person suffered fatal injuries, and two people were injured after a fire at a home in Plymouth. The fire department responded to the area of 41 Post N Rail Ave following a Life Alert notification around 5:24 Friday morning. On...
Brockton Fire Leaves 10 Displaced
Crews were called the scene of an overnight fire in Brockton. Deputy Fire Chief Joseph Solomon tells WATD News that that no injuries were reported but that the home is uninhabitable. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Whitman and Stoughton...
Water Main Breaks in Three South Shore Towns Cause Disruptions to Service
From the Town of Plymouth: The Town of Plymouth seeks to inform residents that at approximately 9:00 a.m. on February 10, 2023, a water main break occurred in the vicinity of Water Street. Currently, customers from the intersection of Chilton Street and Water Street...
Scenes From The February 9 Vets Drive Thru, Donations Being Sought
The Goon Squad was out once again on Thursday for another Veterans Food Drive Thru. https://youtu.be/jQtBaz3wupY Donations are being sought to keep the food drive going, those looking to donate should contact Gregg Brasso at 781-985-1551.
Crews On Scene Of Plymouth Fire
Crews were called to the scene of a fire in Plymouth. Fire officials tell WATD News the fire took place at 41 Post N Rail Ave. One person was transported to the hospital, there is no word on their condition. Five people live at the residence. We are continuing to...
Closure For Powder Point Bridge
The Powder Point Bridge in Duxbury will be closed beginning Friday. Town officials say the closure is needed for ongoing bridge repairs. The bridge will be closed to both vehicles and pedestrians.
Winter’s Winners: Norwell Remains Atop Rankings
It’s time for Week 2 of our Winter Winners list; a ranking of the top all-around athletic programs on the South Shore. Norwell sat as the area’s top school based on last week’s Power Rankings. Could the Clippers maintain their position in Week 2? Did new schools rise...
February Kid’s Week at Pilgrim Hall Museum in Plymouth
Join Pilgrim Hall Museum for Kids Week this month! Free admission on February 18th, 10 a.m. to noon, and February 21st through 23rd, 10 a.m. to 1 pm. Enjoy daily Treasure Hunts for all ages, plus special programs for young learners. There’s plenty for grown-ups to...
Creed Gives His Thoughts On State Of The Union
WATD Political Analyst John Creed gives Dan McCready his thoughts on President Joe Biden's State of the Union Address.
Duxbury Mother Arraigned on Charges after She was Accused of Strangling Her Children
A Duxbury woman was arraigned on charges in connection to the deaths of her three children. Lindsay Clancy, 32, was arraigned in Plymouth District Court from her hospital bed via Zoom. Not guilty pleas were entered on her behalf. Assistant District Attorney Jennifer...
State Of The Union Preview With John Creed
WATD Political Analyst speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about what to look for when President Joe Biden gives his State of the Union Address tonight.
Brockton Hospital Evacuated Following Fire
Crews were called to the scene of an incident at Brockton Hospital Tuesday morning that reached eight alarms. Fire Chief Brian Nardelli says that they had to shut down power to the facility. Hospital Spokeswoman Lorraine McGrath says they will be...
Fire Forces Evacuations At Brockton Hospital
Crews are responding to a fire at Brockton Hospital. Norfolk County Control is reporting the five alarm fire at the facility at 680 Centre St. The Brockton Emergency Management Agency says that residents are being asked to avoid the area. Mutual aid is responding with...
Fire At Brockton Hospital
We are getting reports of a fire at Brockton Hospital. Norfolk County Control is reporting that the fire has reached three alarms at the facility at 680 Centre St. Mutual aid is being requested with Hanover saying they have sent a truck and ambulance to the scene with...
Abington Boys Basketball Joins the Sports Exchange
Listen to full episodes of the Sports Exchange HERE Despite returning very little varsity experience, the Abington Green Wave boys basketball team has themselves in position to reach the postseason. This past Sunday, the captains of the Green Wave, senior Hunter...
Hingham Crash Leaves One Dead
One person has died following a crash in Hingham on Sunday afternoon. Hingham Police say that at 4:43 p.m. they received a call about a car that was “all over the road” while driving westbound on Lincoln St. (Rte. 3A). The car crashed at the intersection of Shipyard...
Say hello to Ashes, our pet of the week!
Meet Ashes! Ashes is an 11 year old spayed female domestic short hair. Ashes is with the great team at the Friends of the Marshfield Animal Shelter because she wasn’t getting along with her cat sibling in her previous home. Therefore, she has to be an only pet. Ashes...
Arraignment Scheduled for Duxbury Mother Charged with Killing Her Three Children
An arraignment date has been scheduled for a Duxbury mother charged with killing her three children. Lindsay Clancy, 32, has been charged with the murders of 5-year-old Cora, 3-year-old Dawson, and 8-month-old Callan Clancy. She was accused of strangling them....
Hot Water Experiment For Feb. 4, 2023
Dan McCready performed the hot water experiment as the South Shore deals with below zero temperatures. https://youtu.be/lLgylvcOiQY
Hingham Resident Reported Suspicious Activity
An investigation is underway after suspicious activity was reported in Hingham. Police say the incident took place in the Liberty Pole neighborhood, at around 4:45 a.m. Friday, when a Hitching Post Ln. resident noticed two people, dressed in black, in her driveway,...
Hot Water Experiment Performed During South Shore Cold Snap
The South Shore experienced single digit frigid temperatures on Friday night, meaning it was time once again for Dan McCready to conduct the hot water experiment. https://youtu.be/Ie_1KEmuBDk
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