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Buddy and Friends Canine Social Saturday, Sept. 24th in Rockland
by Site Admin | Sep 20, 2022 | South Shore Events
Buddy and Friends Animal Rescue is hosting a family fun event with your pups! On Saturday, September 24th from 12 - 4 in Rockland. This is a fundraiser and adoption event.
Oktoberfest at the Historic Winslow House is Saturday, Sept. 24th in Marshfield
by Mariel Reed | Sep 20, 2022 | South Shore Events
https://www.duxburyfoodandwinefestival.com/oktoberfest/ Proceeds benefit the Lion's Club of Duxbury:
Scituate Town Meeting Approves Location of New Water Treatment Plant
by Gill Johnston | Sep 20, 2022 | News
At the Scituate Special Town Meeting, voters approved the location of the new water treatment plant. Select Board Vice-Chair, Andrew Goodrich, has been advocating for clean water in town, it was one of the issues that led to his decision to run in 2020. On Monday,...
WATD is Hosting a Political Forum for State Rep. Candidates in the 5th Plymouth District
by Lenny Rowe | Sep 20, 2022 | Election News
Join us, Wednesday, September 21st for a WATD political forum from 7 to 8 p.m. This election race is for the 5th Plymouth District: Republican Incumbent Dave DeCoste and challenger Democrat Emmanuel Dockter, are both running in the November election. Moderator...
A WATD Debate with Two State Rep. Candidates Turns into a Discussion with One
by Lenny Rowe | Sep 20, 2022 | Election News, News
WATD planned a political forum for State Representative candidates in the First Plymouth District. Republican incumbent Matt Muratore, and challenger Democrat Stephen Michael Palmer, are both running in the general election this November. There’s a first for...
Beere & Cyder Fest at the Alden House in Duxbury this Saturday
by Site Admin | Sep 19, 2022 | South Shore Events
Beere & Cyder Fest at the Alden House in Duxbury. Experience history in a new way as you explore how "beere" and cyder are made today and in the past with Barrel House Z Brewery on Saturday, September 24 from noon to 5 pm at the Alden House Historic Site. ...
WATD Political Forum for State Rep. First Plymouth District
by Christine James | Sep 19, 2022 | Election News, News
Join us tonight (Monday), September 19th, for a WATD political forum from 7 to 8 p.m. This Election race is for State Rep. for the First Plymouth District. Republican Incumbent Matt Muratore, and challenger Democrat Stephen Michael Palmer, are both running in the...
14 Articles On Warrant For Scituate Special Town Meeting
by Dan McCready | Sep 19, 2022 | News
Scituate Town Administrator Jim Boudreau speaks with WATD News about Monday night's Special Town Meeting. Special Town Meeting kicks off at 7 p.m. Monday at the Scituate High School Gymnasium.
Found on the streets of Plymouth, Miss Charlotte is looking for a new home!
by Lisa Azizian | Sep 19, 2022 | Pet of the Week
Say hello to Miss Charlotte! Charlotte is a hound mix that is full of spunk, life, and love. The team at Buddy & Friends Animal Rescue tell us she was found as a stray roaming the streets in Plymouth, MA. Some of her behaviors indicate that she was taken away from...
The Morning Show: Monday, September 19, 2022
by Lisa Azizian | Sep 18, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Monday! Welcome to a new week! Let's get off on the right foot with a check in at 7:45 with Diane Jordan for More Comfort Mondays. Diane is the owner of Natural Body Works in Kingston and strives to help folks finds more comfort in every day life, including for...
Ceremony Held for Retirement of Rockland Police Chief John Llewellyn
by Lenny Rowe | Sep 18, 2022 | News
A walkout ceremony was held for Rockland Police Chief John Llewellyn, who retired after 34 years of service to the town. He’s been Chief of the Department since 2006. With one final salute, Llewellyn hugged every single one of his officers who lined up outside of the...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, September 20, 2022
by Lisa Azizian | Sep 18, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Tuesday, let's get down to business. At 8:11 we check in with David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, who joins us for his tech talk segment, helping to keep us in the know and safe when it comes to technology. If you missed our chat with David you can visit...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, September 21, 2022
by Lisa Azizian | Sep 18, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Wednesday! Let's chat with our friends! Today at 7:41 we check in with Amy Naples, Executive Director of the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce, to learn about the latest news and events to help support local business in Plymouth. www.plymouthchamber.com Steven...
The Morning Show: Thursday, September 22, 2022
by Lisa Azizian | Sep 18, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome to Thursday. It's time to chat with our friends. At 7:41 Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, joins us for an update on city news and events. www.thequincychamber.com Our golf reporter, Liza “Goldie” Churchill,...
The Morning Show: Friday, September 23, 2022
by Lisa Azizian | Sep 18, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Friday! At 8:11 Rob checks in with Lea Filson, President and CEO of See Plymouth, as we talk about events and happenings in and around Plymouth. www.seeplymouth.com At 8:41 today we'll talk about the Corn Festival - it's back!! Come celebrate the 45th...
With or Without Horse Racing, Questions Continue for County Woodlot Proposal
by Bobbi Clark | Sep 18, 2022 | News
In Plymouth, the idea of a horse racing facility on the County Wood Lot – a property that consists of about 110 acres off Camelot Drive – is one that was overwhelmingly rejected by the voters in a non-binding question at the annual town election in May. But according...
Milton Porchfest To Take Place This Saturday
by Christine James | Sep 16, 2022 | News
Kate Middleton, of Milton Porchfest spoke with WATD's Christine James about Saturday's event.
Hingham Hosting POW/MIA Vigil Tonight at Whitney Wharf
by Lenny Rowe | Sep 16, 2022 | News
Today is National POW/MIA Recognition Day, and Hingham will be holding a candlelight vigil. Keith Jermyn, the Director of Veterans Services in Hingham, says this is to honor missing service members, and their families. The event takes place tonight at 7 p.m. at the...
Plymouth Select Board Votes to Extend Town Manager’s Contract
by Bobbi Clark | Sep 16, 2022 | News
In Plymouth, on a 4 to 1 vote, the Select Board, at their meeting on Tuesday, extended Town Manager Derek Brindisi’s contract—a three-year contract that was put in place just last March. Board member John Mahoney cast the dissenting vote. Bobbi Clark has more: Board...
Death Reported At Cohasset Commuter Rail Station
by Dan McCready | Sep 15, 2022 | News
Commuters on the Greenbush line are being told to expect delays. Cohasset Police Chief William Quigley says they are assisting the MBTA Transit Police and the Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office with a death investigation at Cohasset Commuter Rail Station....
One Hospitalized Following Stabbing In Quincy
by Dan McCready | Sep 15, 2022 | News
One person was hospitalized following a stabbing in Quincy on Thursday. Quincy Police say the stabbing occurred in the area of Glover Ave. Glover Ave. and Pierce St. were closed as detectives investigated. The victim sustained serious injuries and was transported to...
Brockton Mayor Discusses, COVID, Monkeypox, Behaviorial Health Facility
by Dan McCready | Sep 15, 2022 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the latest COVID numbers in the city, Monkeypox, and a ribbon cutting for a new behavioral health facility.
Water Service Disruption In Pembroke Thursday Night
by Dan McCready | Sep 15, 2022 | News
The Town of Pembroke is alerting residents in the area of Washington St. and Columbia Rd. that water service will be interrupted Thursday night. Officials say the disruption will begin at 9:00 p.m. so crews can repair a leak and gate valve. Water service is scheduled...
Plympton PD Announces West Bridgewater Man As Lawn Mower Winner In 50/50 Raffle
by Christine James | Sep 15, 2022 | News
WATD's Rob Hakala and Christine James join Plympton Police Chief Matt Ahl and Lt. Dan Hoffman for a raffle giveaway.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has Flown Two Planes of Immigrants to Martha’s Vineyard
by Mariel Reed | Sep 15, 2022 | News
Florida flies "illegal immigrants" to Martha's Vineyard TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has flown two planes of immigrants to Martha’s Vineyard, escalating a tactic by Republican governors to draw attention to what they consider to be the Biden...
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