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The Morning Show: Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022
Welcome to Thursday. Today at 7:41 Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, joins us for an update on business life in the City of Presidents. www.thequincychamber.com Coastal Heritage Bank Chairman and CEO Bob Terravecchia...
The Morning Show: Friday, Oct. 28, 2022
Happy Friday! It's already the final weekend of October! Time is flying by, especially when we have fun with guests like Steven Karidoyanes Fridays at 7:11 when we play “Name that Tune!" Steven, conductor of the Plymouth Philharmonic, picks out some great classical...
Not one, but two best friends looking for their forever home
Meet the dynamic duo of Buttercup and Ziggy, two black beauties who were found outside. Our friends at Standish Humane Society tell us they are estimated to be about 10 months old. Both are so friendly and loving you would never believe they were found outdoors...
Plymouth Man Facing Numerous Charges in Connection to Stabbing, Hours-Long Standoff
A person suffered serious injuries, and a Plymouth man was arrested after an hours-long standoff on Samoset Street. Plymouth Police say 50-year-old Herman Smith is facing several felony charges. Saturday afternoon, police responded to Samoset Street for a reported...
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan Joins WATD to Discuss COVID-19, Public Safety Building Project
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan joined WATD to discuss COVID-19 numbers, the public safety building project, and a federal delegation coming to the city. Listen to Sullivan’s interview with WATD’s Dan McCready here:
Residents Being Urged To Adopt A Storm Drain
During the fall season one local group is urging you to adopt a storm drain. Lori Wolfe, of the North and South Rivers Watershed Association, tells WATD News that some simple steps will make a big difference. Wolfe says that placing the leaves in your...
Early Voting Begins Saturday, October 22nd In Plymouth
In Plymouth, although Town Clerk Kelly McElreath, is relatively new to town, she is not new to handling elections. WATD's Bobbi Clark has more. Kelly McElreath has a long record of service as a Town Clerk: “I came from the town of Upton where I was the Town Clerk...
Braintree Man Receives Sentence For Gun, Drug Charges
A Braintree man receives a prison sentence following his conviction on gun and drug charges. The U.S. Attorney’s Office says that 32-year-old Martin Angomas and 23 others were charged in June 2020 as part of Operation Snowfall, a multi-year investigation into drug...
Creed Analyzes Final Healey/Diehl Debate
WATD Political Analyst John Creed gives Dan McCready his thoughts on the final debate between gubernatorial candidates Democratic Party Nominee Maura Healey and Republican Party Nominee Geoff Diehl.
Advancing Plymouth’s Marine Economy Conference on October 24th and 25th
Blue Future: The Now and Next of Plymouth's Marine Economy Introducing technologies that support our marine economy and management of marine resources to meet challenges of our rapidly changing marine ecosystems. October 24 · 11:30am & October 25 · 1pm at Hotel...
Plymouth County District Attorney Political Forum-Election 2022
Join us tonight (Monday) October 24, for a WATD political forum from 7 to 8 p.m. This election race is for Plymouth County District Attorney. The Republican Incumbent, Tim Cruz, and challenger Democrat, Rahsaan Hall, are both running in the general election in...
State Senate Candidate Gary Innes Discusses His Campaign for the Norfolk/Plymouth District
Republican State Senate candidate Gary Innes joined WATD in studio to discuss his campaign. He’s running to represent the Norfolk/Plymouth District, which includes the towns of Quincy, Abington, Hanover, Holbrook, Rockland, and districts in Braintree. Innes is running...
The Morning Show: Monday, Oct. 17, 2022
Welcome to Monday! This morning at 7:11 Rob talks with Mo Rocca, award-winning correspondent for “CBS Sunday Mornings” and creator of the podcast “Mobituaries”. Season 3 of the podcast is out now and we will get a preview. https://www.mobituaries.com At 7:45 Diane...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2022
Hello Tuesday! Don't forget to floss, because today we check in with Dr. Andy Wiemeyer from Wiemeyer Dentistry in Duxbury at 7:41. Dr. Andy will discuss his practice plus give his thoughts on Ballot Question #2 which would regulate dental insurance in Massachusetts....
Marshfield Coastal Coalition To Hold 10th Anniversary Celebration
Joe Rossi, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Coastal Coalition, speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the group's upcoming 10th Anniversary event. To learn more go to the coalition's website.
Pembroke Special Town Meeting Approves Additional Funding for Community Center Project
A project 17 years in the making, the Pembroke Community Center project is now moving forward. Voters at Tuesday's Special Town Meeting breezed through the warrant, and approved $3 million in additional funding for the project. A near-unanimous vote was reached in...
Marshfield Voters Approve Property Purchase for Pre-School/Kindergarten, Turn Down Harbor Park Trail
In Marshfield, voters at Special Town Meeting considered a warrant that included purchase of property at 225 Furnace Street, and $3.6 million dollars in budget transfers. School Committee Chair Sean Costello spoke in favor of Article 6, which was for the purchase the...
Water Main Break On Route 53 In Hanover
Crews are responding to an apparent water main break in Hanover. Town officials say the break is at the intersection of Route 53 and Broadway and that there may be temporary interruptions to water service in the area. In addition, officials say there will be temporary...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022
It's Wednesday. Let's check in with Amy Naples, Executive Director of the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce, at 7:41 to chat about Plymouth. www.plymouthchamber.com At 9:11 Rob talks with Jin Kim, Conductor and Music Director from the Atlantic Symphony Orchestra,...
The Morning Show: Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022
Welcome to Thursday. Let's check in with Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, joining us at 7:41 with the latest news and updates from Quincy. www.thequincychamber.com At 8:11 Bob Terravecchia, Chairman and CEO of Coastal...
The Morning Show: Friday, Oct. 21, 2022
Welcome to Friday. Let's chat with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic at 7:11 for “Name that Tune!" Steven picks out some great tunes and you have to be the first to guess the song. www.plymouthphil.org At 8:11 Rob checks in with Lea Filson, President...
Fall for Scituate Event October 23rd
Fall for Scituate is Coming October 23rd to North Scituate Village! Touch-a-truck, hayrides, ice cream eating contests, food court, artisan marketplace, beer garden and live music. Events will be held from 12 - 4, kid zone wrist bands are $10.
Pembroke To Hold Special Town Meeting Tuesday Night
Town Manager Bill Chenard gives WATD's Dan McCready a preview of Tuesday's Special Town Meeting.
Audio from WATD Political Forum for Plymouth County Commissioner Candidates
WATD hosted a political forum, with candidates in the race for Plymouth County Commissioner. The incumbent Republican, Sandra Wright, and Democratic challenger, Alex Bezanson, are both running in the general election in November. Moderator Christine James was joined...
Brockton Police say Third Person Charged with Assault of Two Men
Brockton Police say a third person was charged with the assault of two men on Walnut Street. The incident happened last month, and was captured on surveillance video. Police spokesman Darren Duarte says 19-year-old Korey Gallagher-Lee was arrested Monday after he...
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