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Plympton Police say Arrests were Made at Sysco Boston Facility Amid Strike
The Plympton Police Department says more than 16 arrests were made Monday morning at the Sysco Food Distribution Plant. Between midnight and 1 a.m. Monday morning, Police Chief Matthew Ahl says 400 local and national teamster union members arrived at the facility....
State Representative Alyson Sullivan Discusses Her Re-Election Campaign
Republican State Representative Alyson Sullivan, of Abington, joined WATD to discuss her re-election campaign. The district includes Abington, East Bridgewater, and Whitman. Sullivan has been the State Rep. for the district for the past four years. Before that, she...
Kearney Discusses Tax Refunds, Home Heating
State Rep. Patrick Kearney speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about tax refunds and possible assistance with home heating costs.
13 Articles On Warrant For Duxbury Special Town Meeting
Duxbury Town Manager Rene Read gives WATD's Dan McCready a preview of Monday night's Special Town Meeting. Duxbury Special Town Meeting will take place at 7 p.m. at the Duxbury Performing Arts Center.
Marshfield Special Town Meeting To Have 14 Articles On Warrant
Marshfield Town Administrator Michael Maresco gives WATD's Dan McCready a preview of Monday Night's Special Town Meeting. Marshfield Special Town Meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Monday at Marshfield High School.
David Brooks Receives ‘Living History Award’ From Plimoth Patuxet
Writer and political commentator David Brooks was presented with the "Living History Award" during a ceremony at Plimoth Patuxet Museums on Saturday. WATD's Dan McCready was there. https://youtu.be/PV179eb3vHg
With Due Diligence Period Complete, Boston South Development set to Move Forward with Three-Year Investigative Phase of County Woodlot
In Plymouth, the 90-day due diligence period included in the three-year lease agreement between Plymouth County and Boston South Real Estate and Development Group has come due. The lease concerns the woodlot, a parcel of land of about 110 acres off Long Pond...
After Stops and Starts, Plymouth Completes First In-Person Town Meeting in Two Years
Plymouth Town Meeting completed the majority of the warrant, approving $13 million in capital projects, $9 million for pipe upgrades in Manomet, and $1.6 million for restoration of the town boat ramp. An article for $3.6 million to repair the 1884 Spire Center was...
Brockton Police Continue Investigation Into Assault On Two Men
Brockton Police are asking for the public's help as they continue to investigate an assault of two men. The incident took place continue on September 24th shortly after 8:30 p.m. on Walnut St. Police say they have charged two people with Assault and Battery with a...
Creed Analyzes Diehl-Healey Debate
WATD Political Analyst John Creed gives WATD's Christine James his thoughts on the debate between Gubernatorial candidates Democratic Attorney General Maura Healey and former Republican State Representative Geoff Diehl.
Senate Field Hearing Addresses MBTA Issues
A Field Hearing for the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Policy was held in Boston on Friday by Senators Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey to discuss the current state of the MBTA following a report by the Federal...
Marshfield, State Police Investigating Fatal Crash on Route 3A
Marshfield and State Police are investigating after a fatal crash on Route 3A. Marshfield Police Chief Phil Tavares says around 9:30 Thursday night, they responded to a report of a two-vehicle crash near 1900 Main Street. On arrival, it was determined the head-on...
Plymouth Town Meeting to Convene First In-Person Session in Two Years
There are 22 Articles on the Warrant for the Plymouth Town Meeting on Saturday. Town Moderator, Steven Triffletti, joined WATD for a preview of the meeting, which includes a CPC article for $3.6 million for preservation of the historic 1884 façade of the Spire Center...
Boston Police say Van Sought In Connection With Reported Boston Kidnapping Has Been Found, Incident was “Misunderstanding”
Update: Boston Police say the van and the child have been located, the incident was a misunderstanding. Original story below: Boston Police are searching for a van being sought in connection with a reported kidnapping. Police say the incident took place at about 1:10...
WATD Hosting Political Forum for Plymouth County Commissioner Candidates
Join us Monday, October 17 for a WATD political forum from 7 to 8 p.m. This election race is for Plymouth County Commissioner. The incumbent Republican, Sandra Wright, and Democratic challenger, Alex Bezanson, are both running in the general election in November....
Plymouth Select Board Chair Sees “Great Opportunity” with Approval of In-House Town Counsel
In Plymouth, attorneys David Reservitz and Michael Bergeron will be on the agenda for the upcoming Select Board meeting. The Board, on a 4 to 1 approval of an Administrative Note, during their October 4th meeting, appointed them to serve as in-house town...
Buckley Discusses Her Campaign For Barnstable Co. Sheriff
Donna Buckley, the Democratic Party candidate for Barnstable County Sheriff, speaks with WATD's Christine James about her campaign.
Mayor of Abington? Residents to Consider Forms of Government During a Charter Review Commission Meeting
Abington residents will have a chance to check in at an informational meeting this week, regarding what type of town government they want. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday at 6 p.m. at Town Hall. Rick Collins is the Chair of the Abington Charter Review...
Rockland Man Arrested, Charged with Enticement of a Child
East Bridgewater Police say 58-year-old Peter Tolan was arrested on Monday, and was charged with Enticement of a Child Under 16. In a statement, East Bridgewater Police Chief Paul O’Brien said Tolan was an employee of another school district, and that district was...
Marshfield Fire Chief Jeff Simpson Discusses Fire Prevention Week
Marshfield Fire Chief Jeff Simpson speaks with WATD's Christine James about Fire Prevention Week and upcoming Open House.
Amore Gets Endorsement From Andrew Card
Anthony Amore, the Republican candidate for State Auditor, announced a big endorsement Tuesday from former White House Chief of Staff Andrew Card. Card said that Amore’s background, specifically as a Federal Agent, makes him the right person for the job. ...
Muratore Appointed To Behavioral Health Commission
State Rep. Mathew Muratore speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about his recent appointment to the Behavioral Health Commission.
Harbor Haunts-Creative Story Telling of Ghost Stories and Legends in Scituate
On October 21st and 22nd at 7:30 PM at the GAR Hall 353 Country Way, Scituate, The Scituate Historical Society, in collaboration with Hull Performing Arts,presents Harbor Haunts-Creative Story Telling of Ghost Stories and Legends Inspired By Edward Rowe Snow And...
Audio from WATD Political Forum for State Senate Candidates in the Plymouth/Barnstable District
For State Senate in the Plymouth/Barnstable district, incumbent Democrat Su Moran and Republican challenger Kari MacRae, are both running in the general election in November. Moderator Christine James, was joined by reporter Charles Mathewson, Monday Night Talk Host,...
Kingston Police Identify Couple in Murder/Suicide
The Kingston Police Department identified two residents who were found dead after a murder/suicide. They were identified as 45-year-olds Colin Canham and Sara Emerick. Police say they were married, and Emerick was found inside the home, Canham was found outside the...
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