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Hingham Resident Scammed out of $26,000 Through “Grandparent Scam”
Hingham Police say an 87-year-old resident was scammed out of $26,000 dollars through a so-called “grandparent scam.” Police Lieutenant Steven Dearth says on Tuesday, an elderly resident received a call from an unfamiliar phone number. The caller told the 87-year-old...
Menorah Lighting in Hingham Wednesday Night
All are invited to join in the lighting of the menorah and enjoy munchkins and cocoa!
Marshfield Police Chief Provides End Of Year Wrap Up
Marshfield Police Chief Phil Tavares gives WATD's Christine James an end of year wrap up.
Raising Hearts in Partnership with City Arena Sensory Inclusion Play in Pembroke
Join Raising Hearts in partnership with City Arena in Pembroke for Sensory Inclusion Play from 12-2 PM on Monday 12/26 and Wednesday 12/28 Inflatables, slide, soccer, arts and crafts, and more! $10/per child at the door (cash or Venmo) All are welcome
Crews Respond To Evening Fire In Abington
Crews were called to the scene of a fire in Abington Tuesday night. Fire Chief John Nuttall tells WATD News that crews were able to get the fire under control. Nutall says the cause of the fire remains under investigation but appears to be...
Licenses for Plymouth’s 10,000 Dogs About To Expire
In Plymouth, the town is home to thousands of dogs and for the owners of those pets, the Town Clerk would like to remind them that dog licenses are about to expire. Town Clerk Kelly McElreath: “We have about ten thousand dogs, based on the records that I can...
2022 High School Christmas Concert Schedule on WATD
Saturday, December 24th 1:00pm to 1:30pm – Marshfield High School Concert 1:30pm to 2:00pm - Duxbury High School Concert 2:00pm to 2:30pm - Whitman-Hanson High School Concert 2:30pm to 3:00pm - Brockton High School Concert 3:00pm to 3:30pm - Rockland High School...
Quincy Kicks Off Chanukah With Menorah Lighting
The Hancock Adams Common in Quincy played host to a menorah lighting on Sunday night to celebrate the beginning of Chanukah. Mayor Thomas Koch gave opening remarks saying events like this highlight the city’s diversity. Audio courtesy of QATV. Rabbi Alfred...
Court Orders Mental Health Evaluation for Man Accused of Using Chainsaw in Cohasset Police Station Lobby
A man accused of using a chainsaw in the Cohasset Police station and causing a standoff with police was due in court. WATD’s Lenny Rowe has this: Brien Buckley, 35, was due in Quincy District Court after he was arrested Sunday night in Cohasset. He faces...
Retiring Norwell Town Admin Gives End Of Year Roundup
Retiring Norwell Town Administrator Peter Morin gives WATD's Christine James an end of year roundup.
Crews Respond To Wareham Fire
Crews were called to the scene of an early morning fire in Wareham. Wareham Police Chief John Walcek says that at 4:30 a.m. Sunday, firefighters responded to a home on Plymouth Ave. for a reported fire in the basement. Upon arrival crews discovered a fast moving fire...
The Morning Show: Mon., Dec. 19, 2022
Welcome to a new week. The holidays are underway and from our family to yours, we wish for you to have the most wonderful holiday season. This morning at 7:45 we check in with Diane Jordan with More Comfort Mondays. Diane owns Natural Body Works in Kingston and is on...
The Morning Show: Tues., Dec. 20, 2022
Hello Tuesday! It's nice to see you. At 8:11 David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, joins us for his Tech Talk segment where David brings the latest news and information from the world of technology. Did you miss a Tech Talk segment? Fear not, you can get caught...
The Morning Show: Wed., Dec. 21, 2022
Ho, ho, ho - today it's “The South Shore’s Morning News” holiday poll. Listen until 10 am and call/text in to answer Rob’s holiday questions! Amy Naples, Executive Director of the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce, checks in and takes the poll at 7:41!...
The Morning Show: Thursday, Dec. 22, 2022
It's Thursday. Let's chat with our friends. At 7:41 Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, joins us to talk about the events and news related to the state of local business in Quincy. www.thequincychamber.com Bob Terravecchia,...
The Morning Show: Fri., Dec. 23, 2022
Welcome to the weekend. It's a Feel Good Friday kind of day when we spend time at 9:10 with attorney Mark Stiles of Stiles Law.
Twice the love to give, meet our feline pets of the week!
***UPDATE: This duo has been adopted....together! Say hello once again to the dynamic duo of Buttercup and Ziggy, two black beauties who were found outside. You may recall we featured this pair back in October and they are still looking for their forever home! Let's...
Suspect in Custody after Entering Cohasset Police Station with a Chainsaw, Standoff
Cohasset Police Chief William Quigley says a standoff ended with a suspect in custody. Two children in the home at the time of the incident were not harmed. WATD's Lenny Rowe files this report: The suspect, identified as 35-year-old Brien Buckley, was...
Suspect Charged with Murder of Marshfield Couple Pleads Not Guilty to Charges
A Weymouth man pleaded not guilty to murder charges in connection to the deaths of a Marshfield couple. Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz says 27-year-old Christopher Keeley was arraigned today in Plymouth District Court. He was held without bail. On November...
Menorah Lighting To Be Held In Quincy Sunday Night
Rabbi Alfred Benjamin, of Congregation Beth Shalom of the Blue Hills in Milton, speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about Sunday night's Menorah lighting on the Hancock-Adams Common.
Marshfield Community Christmas Still Seeking Donations
Michael Maresco speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the group raising money for the holidays following the death of longtime leader George Earle.
Crews Respond To Kitchen Fire In Milton
Crews were called to the scene of a fire in Milton. Fire officials tell WATD News the kitchen fire was reported at around 8 p.m. Thursday at 170 Brush Hill Rd. Norfolk County Control says Canton provided mutual aid on scene while Randolph provided station coverage....
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan Discusses Cape Verde Educational Summit, Turkey Donations
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan joins WATD’s Dan McCready to discuss a recent educational summit visit in Cape Verde, sister city partnerships, and COVID-19 numbers. On Saturday, the Carney family will be donating hundreds of turkeys for Brockton residents at the...
Pageant & Blessing of the Animals in Scituate on Christmas Eve
Pageant & Blessing of the Animals 12/24 A festive outdoor, intergenerational Christmas Pageant and blessing of the Animals will be held at the First Trinitarian Congregational Church, 381 Country Way, in Scituate on Christmas Eve, December 24th at 4:15pm. Bring...
Crews In Duxbury Respond To Overnight Crash, Fire
Crews were called to the scene of a structure fire in Duxbury early Wednesday morning. Fire Chief Rob Reardon tells WATD News that wasn’t the only call they had during the overnight hours. Reardon says they find themselves dealing with a lot of calls...
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