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Stolen Car Suspects Arrested In Braintree, After Chase Begins In Randolph
A car chase that began in Randolph on Friday afternoon ends with a crash and arrests in Braintree. Braintree Deputy Police Chief Michael Want tells WATD News they were able to locate the remaining suspects. At this time no information was available...
Plymouth’s Assistant DPW Director Sgarzi Is Now Acting DPW Director
In Plymouth, DPW Director Jonathan Beder officially resigned on January 30, after having been on leave for about two weeks prior to that time. Town Manager Derek Brindisi talks about Beder’s role in the operation of the DPW during his dozen years of leadership there,...
Brockton Mayor Discusses Cold Snap, COVID Numbers, African American Flag Raising
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan spoke with WATD's Dan McCready about the preparations city officials are taking to prepare for Friday's forecasted cold snap, the latest COVID numbers, and the raising of the African-American Flag on Thursday.
Winter’s Winners: The Top 10 athletic programs on the South Shore
As we turn the calendar to February, the playoff push has begun across the state. The winter tournaments are just over three weeks away, and local teams are polishing their postseason resumes and chasing those final qualifying wins. With the advent of the new MIAA...
Man Being Sought In Connection With Shooting At Brockton Dollar Tree
Police are searching for a man wanted in connection with a deadly shooting at a Dollar Tree store in Brockton. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office says that shortly before 1:30 p.m. Tuesday Brockton Police received a 911 call reporting gunshots inside the...
Whale and Dolphin Conservancy Extends Response Network from Plymouth to Weymouth
The Whale Dolphin Conservancy is expanding their response network to include 200 miles of coastline – from Weymouth to Plymouth. Sarah McCormack is the Stranding Coordinator for the program. “When it comes marine animal rescue and response, the biggest things to know...
Quincy Mayor Thomas Koch Gives State Of The City Address
Quincy Mayor Thomas Koch gave his State of the City Address on Tuesday, an event attended by many dignitaries including Governor Maura Healey. Koch also touted the city’s finances. He also highlighted various public works projects. A cemetery...
Jonathan Beder Resigns as Plymouth DPW Director
The town of Plymouth announced Jonathan Beder is resigning from his position as Director for the Department of Public Works. He served in that role for 12 years. “My time with the Town of Plymouth has been amazing, and I appreciate everyone’s support. I will take this...
Friends of the Marshfield Dog Park Organizing Third Annual Pet Food Drive
For the third year, the Friends of the Marshfield Dog Park are organizing a pet food drive to benefit the Marshfield Food Pantry. “This need was highlighted during the pandemic, and unfortunately, there is still a huge need for pet food at the pantry for them to give...
Whitman-Hanson Girls Basketball Joins the Sports Exchange
Listen to full episodes of the Sports Exchange HERE Sitting atop the Patriot League Keenan Division and at #15 in the latest MIAA Power Rankings, the view looks good for the Whitman-Hanson girls basketball team. Despite having just one upperclassmen on the roster, the...
Brockton Fire Leaves Three Firefighters Injured
Crews in Brockton were called to the scene of a fire at 46 Ford St. on Sunday night. Captain Christopher Tilton told WATD News that the occupants got out safely, but there were injuries to firefighters. Tilton says the home sustained damage on the lower...
Let’s find Brenda the puppy her forever home!
Say hello to Brenda! Brenda is a Shepherd mix, just a young pup born August 27, 2022! Our friends, Buddy and Friends Animal Rescue in Pembroke, tell us Brenda is amazing. She’s potty trained, crate trained and loves everyone! She has puppy energy and loves to play...
The Morning Show: Mon., Jan. 30, 2023
Welcome to Monday. It's time to say goodbye to January and hello to February. Let's get going and check in with Diane Jordan for our More Comfort Mondays segment at 7:45. Diane is the owner of Natural Body Works in Kingston and she's designed her segment to help bring...
The Morning Show: Tues., Jan. 31, 2023
Welcome to Tuesday. Today at 8:11 we chat with David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham. David joins us weekly for his tech talk segment where he shares the latest news and trends from the world of technology. If you missed a conversation you can always catch up on...
The Morning Show: Wed., Feb. 1, 2023
Let's check in with Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Amy Naples today at 7:41 am!
The Morning Show: Thurs., Feb. 2, 2023
It's Thursday and it's time to check in with our friends. To Quincy we go, at 7:41, to check-in with Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director, of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce. We'll talk about events and businesses and what's on Tim's mind....
The Morning Show: Fri., Feb. 3, 2023
Welcome to Friday. It's time to play Name That Tune at 7:11. Every Friday at this time we're joined by Plymouth Philharmonic's Music Director and Conductor, Steven Karidoyanes, who curates a list of songs that we need to guess the name of upon hearing. How's your...
Duxbury Father Thanks Community, Forgives His Wife after the Deaths of Their Three Children
A Duxbury father wrote a letter thanking the community for their support, and asks people to forgive his wife after their three children were killed at their Duxbury home. Patrick Clancy says the generosity he's received gives him hope that he can focus on some sort...
Recovery from Addiction is a Beautiful Thing at Plymouth Recovery Center
In Plymouth, recovery from addiction is possible, and it’s a beautiful thing–that’s the philosophy of those who operate the Plymouth Recovery Center. And to spread the word, the group held an open house on the 26th. Bobby Jencks, the Program Director, wants to remind...
WATD Valentine’s Day Contest
Love is in the air at WATD, and we’re here to help you get into the Valentine’s Day spirit! Listen in Feb. 6th - 10th for the “In the Name of Love” contest. We’ll play a short clip of a famous love song, be the first caller to correctly guess the name of the man or...
Third Child Dies after Incident at Duxbury Home
A third child has died after a Duxbury mother was accused of strangling them. Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz says 32-year-old Lindsay Clancy was charged with the murders of 5-year-old Cora and 3-year-old Dawson Clancy. A 7-month-old was transported to a...
Plympton Police Searching for Missing Juvenile
Plympton Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing juvenile. Caleb O'Brien was last seen at his home in Plympton, but has ties to Kingston, Halifax, and Hanson. He is about 5-foot-10, to about six feet in height, with a slim build. His hair is...
Vigil Held in Duxbury for Clancy Family
A vigil was held in Duxbury for the Clancy Family at the Holy Family Church. 32-year-old Lindsay Clancy is charged in connection to the deaths of her two children, 5-year-old Cora and 3-year-old Dawson Clancy. A 7-month-old boy is still being treated at a Boston...
Dam Break Leads To Road Closure In East Bridgewater
A road closure is in effect in East Bridgewater after a dam broke. East Bridgewater Police say Pond St. will be closed at the boat ramp, after a dam broke upriver in Halifax. This caused the water to overflow the road/bridge by that area of Robin’s Pond. Police say...
Sullivan Discusses COVID, Masks, Surveys
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the latest COVID numbers, masks, and surveys for D.W. Field Park and the Council on Aging.
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