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Homes Evacuated in Wareham after Gas Leak
The Wareham Fire Department says multiple homes were evacuated after a gas leak in town. According to a statement, Tuesday morning around 9:14, crews responded to the leak on Swifts Beach Road. A utility company working nearby caused the leak, and nearby homes were...
The Morning Show: Monday, Nov. 28, 2022
Welcome to the new week! We hope you were able to enjoy Thanksgiving with your friends and family. This morning at 7:45 we get back on track with Diane Jordan of Natural Body Works in Kingston for More Comfort Mondays, bringing more comfort to your body, mind and...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Hello Tuesday! Let's get to work. At 8:11 David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, joins us for his weekly tech talk segment all about news and trends in the world of technology and how to stay safe online. If you've missed any of David's chats you can catch up on...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Welcome to Wednesday. It's time to check in with our friends. At 7:41, Amy Naples, Executive Director of the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce, checks in with the latest holiday happenings and merry news from the beautiful town of Plymouth. www.plymouthchamber.com Rob...
The Morning Show: Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022
Welcome to December! The sprint to the new year is upon us. Let's hope we can slow down and enjoy the final moments of 2022. This morning at 7:41, Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, joins us for his weekly update on all...
The Morning Show: Friday, Dec. 2, 2022
Happy Friday! Let's welcome December with a song, or three, as it's time for “Name that Tune” with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic at 7:11. Steven picks out some great classical tunes and you have to be the first to guess the song....
Cape Downwinders not Satisfied with Holtec’s Approach to Pilgrim Nuclear Decommissioning
The Nuclear Decommissioning Citizen Advisory Panel met in Plymouth last night. A long series of presentations and discussion focused on Pilgrim nuclear power plant owner, Holtec Corporation, keeping the option to discharge contaminated water in its plans. WATD’s...
Hingham Panel Discusses Historical Impacts of Cocoanut Grove Fire
Nearly 500 people died, and hundreds of people were hurt in the Cocoanut Grove fire in Boston. Eighty years later, it is still the deadliest club fire in the United States. A panel in Hingham discussed the fire, and impacts that are still felt today. The panel...
Snug Harbor Community Chorus to Perform Holiday Concerts
Snug Harbor Community Chorus to perform Duxbury, Hanover holiday concerts: Join Snug Harbor Community Chorus in ringing in the holiday season with “Home for the Holidays,” a family concert featuring 65 voices, a flutist, an audience singalong, and a cash-prize and...
R.I. Man Facing Gun, Alcohol Charges Following Traffic Stop In Quincy
A Providence, R.I. man is facing charges following a traffic stop in Quincy. Massachusetts State Police say that at around 7 a.m. Saturday a trooper saw a silver Chevrolet Malibu driving erratically, speeding, unable to maintain any single lane of travel, and striking...
Main St. In Marshfield Closed After Truck Strikes Police Cruiser
**Main St. in Marshfield has re-opened following a crash involving a truck and a police cruiser.** Police Chief Phil Tavares tells WATD News that the pickup truck struck the cruiser head-on after encountering black ice on Main St. The incident took place near St....
Pembroke Town Hall Closed On Monday
Pembroke Town Hall is closed on Monday. Town officials say the closure is "due to mechanical issues."
Meet Icicle the ferret! Can you help her find a new home?
Meet Icicle! Icicle is a 5 year old female white ferret who is very friendly and also gets along with other ferrets. Our friends at South Shore Ferret Care tell us she would make a great companion for an older ferret who has lost their ferret buddy. She had already...
WATD Announces the Bill Wilhelm Award
This December, 95.9 WATD will be celebrating its 45th anniversary and our first ever broadcast was the Hull vs. Ashland: Super Bowl from Nickerson Field in 1977. The station’s tower and transmitter were turned on two days ahead of schedule to cover the game. Bill...
Return Trip Likely To Have Less Traffic, Higher Gas Prices
As folks prepare to head home after Thanksgiving, they won’t likely be dealing with as many issues on the return trip. AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop tells WATD News that this year the trip is likely to be more expensive. Schieldrop says that the higher...
Historical Record Once Again On Display At Plymouth County Registry Of Deeds
A historical record will be on display once again this month at the Plymouth County Registry of Deeds. Register of Deeds John Buckley tells WATD News that this document focuses on a dispute involving a colonist and a Native American. The document will be...
Water Main Break In Hanover
Crews in Hanover are responding to a Water Main Break. Hanover Police say the break took place in the area of Main St. at Union St. Temporary road closures have been put in place and motorists are being asked to seek alternate routes.
Plimoth Patuxet Hosting Thanksgiving Activities
Malka Benjamin, the Director of Historic Sites and Guest Experience for Plimoth Patuxet Museums, speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about some of their Thanksgiving festivities. To learn more about the events and activities at the museum visit their website.
Plymouth Remailing Project Extends Past Thanksgiving
George McKay speaks with WATD's Christine James and Dan McCready about a Remailing Project.
Brockton Mayor Discusses Thanksgiving, COVID, High School Football
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan spoke with WATD's Dan McCready about the city's latest COVID numbers, concerns about Thanksgiving gatherings, and Wednesday night's matchup between Brockton High School and Bridgewater-Raynham at Fenway Park.
Brockton, State Police Searching for SUV in Connection to Fatal Hit-and-Run
State and Brockton Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a motor vehicle that was believed to be involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash. According to a statement from the Plymouth County District Attorney's Office, around 10 p.m. Monday night, State...
Hingham Panel Discussion to Focus on Cocoanut Grove Fire on Monday
Nearly 492 people died, and hundreds of people were hurt in the Cocoanut Grove fire in Boston. Monday will mark 80 years since the incident. A panel discussion is set to take place at Hingham Town Hall on November 28 at 7 p.m. The group will include retired Hingham...
Hingham Man Arraigned on Charges after Apple Store Crash, Which Resulted in a Fatality and Numerous Injuries
A Hingham man was arraigned on charges in connection to a crash that resulted in one fatality, and serious injuries at the Derby Street Shops Apple Store. Bradley Rein, 53, is charged with Motor Vehicle Homicide by Reckless Operation, and Reckless Operation of a Motor...
Antique Cars Damaged In Early Morning Pembroke Fire
Crews in Pembroke were called to the scene of an early morning fire on Tuesday. Fire Chief Jason Viveiros tells WATD News that they are investigating what may have caused the fire. Viveiros also says the final damage estimate is likely to be extensive....
One Man Arrested After Car Crashes Through Apple Store In Hingham
An arrest has been made in connection with the deadly crash at the Apple Store at Derby Place in Hingham on Monday. Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz says that, as a result of an extensive investigation, an arrest warrant was obtained charging 53-year-old...
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