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Scituate, Marshfield Shellfish Beds to Reopen in January, with Restrictions
For more than two years, 600 acres of shellfish beds have been closed in Scituate and Marshfield. Numerous protests have taken place since then, with environmentalists, politicians, and residents advocating for the reopening. On Tuesday, the Scituate Shellfish...
Plymouth Town Moderator Prepares for First Hybrid Town Meeting
In Plymouth, following the pandemic shutdown, Town Meeting was convened six times using a virtual format—that was followed by an in-person meeting in the fall when a hybrid format was not allowed. But in June, Plymouth Town Meeting voted a home rule petition to allow...
Matt Festa, Duxbury, wins inaugural Bill Wilhelm Award
The Sports Exchange on 95.9 WATD · Bill Wilhelm Award Ceremony | Sports Exchange 12 - 11 - 22 (Ep. 192) On Sunday night, 95.9 WATD celebrated the conclusion of the 2022 high school football season with its presentation of the inaugural Bill Wilhelm Award. Named for...
Political Analyst John Creed Discusses Impacts of Arizona Senator’s Switch to Independent
Shortly after Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock won his runoff election, giving Democrats a 51-49 lead in the U.S. Senate, Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema switched her registration from the Democratic party to become an independent. WATD Political Analyst John Creed says...
The Morning Show: Monday, December 12, 2022
Welcome to another week! Welcome to Monday! At 7:45 we check in with Diane Jordan for More Comfort Mondays. Diane is the owner of Natural Body Works in Kingston and her goal with More Comfort Mondays is to try and help to bring more comfort to our body, mind and soul....
The Morning Show: Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Tuesday. It's Tech Talk Tuesday with David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, every Tuesday at 8:11. David brings us the latest tech news and updates during our conversation. www.actsmartit.com Every Tuesday at 8:41 we talk with the South Shore Chamber of Commerce...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, December 14, 2022
It's Wednesday and on Wednesday we chat with Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce at 7:41 for an update on all things Plymouth business. www.plymouthchamber.com This December marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 17 mission and...
The Morning Show: Thursday, December 15, 2022
It's Thursday and this morning at 7:41 we check in with Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director, from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce who joins us to talk about business events and updates from the City of Presidents. www.thequincychamber.com Bob Terravecchia,...
The Morning Show: Friday, December 16, 2022
Hello Friday. It’s time for “Name that Tune” with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic at 7:11. Steven picks out some great tunes and you have to be the first to guess the song. www.plymouthphil.org Feel Good Friday with Attorney Mark Stiles from Stiles...
Blue the bunny needs a new home
Say hello to Blue! Blue's story started out sadly: he was found all alone in Blue Hills, very hungry and very skinny. He has gained weight and loves being a spoiled House Rabbit Network bunny, but he still likes to act like he's starving. He has very good litter box...
Marshfield Man Facing Felony Charges in Connection to Vehicle, Business Break-Ins
A Marshfield man is facing felony charges after a string of breaking-and-entering reports near Brant Rock. Police Chief Phil Tavares says 18-year-old Jesse Phaneuf-Moniz was arrested after an investigation. Last Tuesday, Police received reports of an attempted break...
Baker Signs Bill Allowing Hybrid Town Meeting In Plymouth
The Town of Plymouth will now be able to hold Town Meetings in a hybrid format. State Representative Mathew Muratore tells WATD News that this legislation was something that came out of the pandemic. Muratore says the bill did face some challenges before...
Car Crashes Into East Milton Square Christmas Tree
Milton Deputy Police Chief, Jim O’Neil, spoke with WATD about a crash that happened early Friday morning in East Milton Square. O'Neill says that at 4:11 a.m., a 2012 Ford Fusion struck the Christmas Tree in Manning Park. The 37-year-old female driver was traveling...
Maresco Says Telethon Will Go On Following Loss Of George Earle
Michael Maresco, the host of this Friday night's Marshfield Community Christmas Telethon Fundraiser, spoke with WATD's Dan McCready about the event and the loss of longtime leader George Earle.
Plymouth Building Inspector’s Decision to Deny Enforcement at Proposed Site of New Hope Chapel is Questioned
In Plymouth, Attorney Meg Sheehan of the Community Land and Water Coalition, a group dedicated to preserving the town’s drinking water, says she’s been hearing about an unlawful, unpermitted mining operation off of Long Pond Road at Joshua’s Way. This is the proposed...
Dangerousness Hearing Held For Man Charged In Racial Attack
A dangerousness hearing was held on Thursday for a man charged in connection with an assault and racist tirade against an Asian family in Quincy. The charges stem from an incident that occurred on December 2 where 77-year-old John Sullivan allegedly struck an Asian...
Award Winning Veterans Food Drive Thru Held In Marshfield
The Goon Squad was out in force on Thursday distributing bags of groceries during the Veterans Food Drive Thru in Marshfield. https://youtu.be/hS0Xwzu4juE Additional videography provided by Gillian Johnston.
Buckley Discusses Real Estate Numbers
Plymouth County Register of Deeds John Buckley speaks with WATD's Christine James about the latest real estate numbers.
WATD Celebrates 45 Years On-Air this Week
WATD celebrates 45 years on the air this week. Listen below as we air stories and voices from the past and present. This program will focus on some of the voices we lost over the years. Thank you for allowing us into your cars, homes and offices for 45 years. Proud to...
Suspect Being Sought In Curry College Stabbing
Milton Police are trying to identify a suspect following an early morning stabbing at Curry College on Sunday. Deputy Chief James O’Neil says that shortly after 3 a.m. officers were dispatched to the South Campus Residence Hall. Initial information indicated that over...
One Killed, One Hospitalized Following Wrong Way Crash On Route 3
Crews were called to the scene of a wrong way crash on Route 3 in Duxbury Tuesday night. Fire Chief Rob Reardon tells WATD News that they had to deal with both the fire and crash simultaneously. The Plymouth County District Attorney's Office says the...
Creed Discusses Warnock’s Win In Georgia
WATD Political Analyst John Creed speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the results of Georgia's runoff election for Senate.
Water Main Break In Scituate
A water main break has been reported in Scituate. Town officials say a private contractor hit a water main on Foxwell Ln. while replacing new services. Water service in the area will likely be off for 2 hours.
Festa, Johnson, McHugh announced as Bill Wilhelm Award Finalists
WATD is pleased to recognize Matt Festa (QB, Duxbury), Casious Johnson (RB, Plymouth South), and Owen McHugh (QB, Milton) as the three finalists for the inaugural Bill Wilhelm Award. The trio were the top vote-getters amongst a group of 10 semifinalists announced by...
Detours, Parking Restrictions Expected Along Water Street in Plymouth Due to Sewer Project
The Plymouth Department of Public Works says construction on the Water Street Sewer Interceptor will start next week. Traffic delays and detours will take place on weekdays on Water Street between South Park Avenue and the State Pier. Parking restrictions will be...
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