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EPA Initiative To Address Stormwater Runoff In Neponset River Watershed
The Environmental Protection Agency announced that they will be undertaking further action to address stormwater runoff in the Neponset River watershed. New England Regional Administrator David Cash tells WATD News who will be impacted by this initiative....
Road Closure In Norwell
A road closure is in effect in Norwell. Norwell Police says the closure runs from School St. to Prospect St. The closure was caused be a motor vehicle collision that resulted in wires and a pole down. Police say the closure will run into mid day so the pole can be...
Meet our Pet of the Week, Sid!
Say hi to Sid! Sid is a 3-year-old chihuahua mix with a bit of a sad tale to tell. While Sid's past may not have been the best, he made very quick friends with his foster dad and is now loving life! Our friends at Scituate Animal Shelter tell us Sid has a neurological...
The Morning Show: Monday, November 7, 2022
Welcome to the Monday edition of The South Shore’s Morning News. Today we’ll open the text lines for you to tell us how you plan to vote on the four Massachusetts Ballot Questions. You can text the WATD on air studio at 781-837-4900. Today at 7:45 we check in with...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Tuesday. Election Day. Let's check in with David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, who joins us at 8:11 for his weekly tech talk segment. www.actsmartit.com Each Tuesday at 8:41 we talk with the South Shore Chamber of Commerce. Joining us is the President &...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, November 9, 2022
It's Wednesday. Let's talk to our friends, like Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce. Amy checks in at 7:41 to chat about the latest news and events happening in Plymouth to help support local businesses. www.plymouthchamber.com...
The Morning Show: Thursday, November 10, 2022
Welcome to Thursday. Let's get down to business. At 06:41 Rob talks with New York Times bestselling author Allison Winn Scotch about her new book, The Rewind. Two exes wake up together with wedding bands on their fingers -- and no idea how they got there. They have...
The Morning Show: Friday, November 11, 2022
It's Friday. Veterans Day. We cannot thank enough our women and men in the armed services who have given so much to protect us. Thank you doesn't seem like enough. Today at 7:11 it's time for “Name that Tune” with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic....
WATD’s Special Coverage of Election Results
95.9-FM, WATD, Plans Special Coverage of Election Results Throughout the Evening of Election Day. Tuesday evening, November 8th, and on its Popular South Shore's Morning News with Rob Hakala from 5-10 a.m. on Wednesday, November 9th. MARSHFIELD – WATD, 95.9 FM, New...
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan Discusses COVID-19 Numbers, Medal of Valor Honor for Brockton Police Officers
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan spoke with WATD about COVID-19 numbers in the city, and commends two Brockton Police officers, Robert Otis and Christopher Perez, who received the Medal of Valor during the 39th Annual George Hanna Memorial Awards. Listen to the...
Quincy Unveiling 7-Foot Statue of Abigail Adams on Saturday
The City of Quincy is celebrating the unveiling of the Abigail Adams statue. Adams was a defining voice of the Revolutionary Era, wife of the second President of the United States, John Adams, and mother of the sixth President, John Quincy Adams. She was a farmer,...
Downturn In Real Estate Activity In Plymouth County
Plymouth County Register of Deeds John Buckley speaks with WATD's Christine James about the October Real Estate numbers.
WATD Sports Desk previews every Round 1 playoff matchup
On Friday night, 26 South Shore/Metro South teams will lace up their cleats, seeking a spot in the Sweet 16 of the MIAA high school football playoffs. To get you ready for every one of their games, Quinn Kelly sat down at the WATD Sports Desk and previewed each...
State Police Seeking Information about Man who was Married to the “Lady in the Dunes,” Ruth Marie Terry
For nearly 50 years, a woman found brutally slain in Provincetown was known only as the “Lady in the Dunes.” Earlier this week, the FBI’s Boston Division announced through forensic genealogy, they were finally able to identity her – 37-year-old Ruth Marie Terry, from...
Audio from WATD Political Forum for 9th Congressional District Candidates
WATD hosted a political forum for candidates in the 9th Congressional District. The incumbent Democrat, Bill Keating, and challenger Republican, Jesse Brown, are both running in the general election on November 8. Moderator Charles Mathewson, was joined by reporter...
Upcoming Veterans’ Events In Marshfield
Marshfield Veterans' Service Officer Carin Paulette and the Assistant Veterans' Service Officer Lisa Potts speak with WATD's Dan McCready about some upcoming events in town.
North and South Rivers Watershed Association holds a Shellfish Sit-In in Scituate
For the second year, the North and South Rivers Watershed Association held a protest against the closure of shellfish beds in the town of Scituate. WATD reporter Gill Johnston files this report. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size="large"...
WATD Hosting Political Forum for Congressional Candidates in the 9th District
Join us Wednesday, November 2, for a WATD political forum from 7 to 8 p.m. This Congressional race is for the 9th District. The incumbent Democrat, Bill Keating, and challenger Republican, Jesse Brown, are both running in the general election on November 8. Moderator...
Anthony Amore Discusses His State Auditor Campaign
Anthony Amore, a Republican candidate for Auditor, joined WATD to discuss his campaign. Amore is the director of security and chief investigator at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. He also worked for the Department of Homeland Security. Amore is running against...
Plymouth Town Hall Employees Take Part in Halloween on Main Festivities
Employees of Plymouth Town Hall got festive for Halloween, participating in their first Halloween on Main event. Staff dressed as witches, zombies, vampires, and even sports stars as they took part in celebrating the holiday with residents. Silvio Genao, the town’s...
Audio from WATD Political Forum for State Representative Candidates for the 6th Plymouth District
WATD hosted a political forum for State Representative candidates for the 6th Plymouth District. The Democrat incumbent, Josh Cutler, and challenger Republican, Ken Sweezey, are both running in the general election in November. Moderator Charles Mathewson was joined...
Victim in 1974 “Lady in the Dunes” Homicide Identified as Ruth Marie Terry
The FBI’s Boston Division hosted a press conference today to announce a “significant development” in connection to one of the oldest, unidentified homicides in the state. FBI Boston Special Agent in Charge, Joseph Bonavolonta, announced the identification of the woman...
Peter Drummey Joins WATD to Discuss the Origins of Halloween
Peter Drummey, the Chief Historian and Librarian from the Mass. Historical Society joined WATD to discuss tricks, treats, and the origins of Halloween. The tradition of going door-to-door trick or treating, and carving pumpkins came from Scottish and Irish cultures....
The Morning Show: Monday, Oct. 31, 2022
Happy Halloween! What’s your favorite candy? We want to know! Call or text in your answer today at 781-837-4900. This morning at 7:11 Rob talks with Tyson Sunnerberg about the newest, first ever diabetes treatment fitness center that he has just opened in Norwell,...
The Morning Show: Tues., Nov. 1, 2022
It's November 1! Welcome to a new month, the month of Thanksgiving. Today at 7:41 Rob talks with a spokesperson from the “Yes on 3” ballot question in Massachusetts. https://www.yeson3mass.com At 8:11 David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, joins us for tech...
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