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WATD’s Taylor Harris Discusses the Importance of Mammogram Screening
WATD afternoon host Taylor Harris talks about the importance of mammogram screening. https://youtu.be/dScrUHxZ_wY?si=uVtjrAzNI5oOly44
Bridgewater Mosquito Tests Positive For EEE
A mosquito from Bridgewater tested positive for EEE. Town Manager Justin Casanova-Davis and Health Agent Eric Badger says they were notified by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health on Wednesday that a mosquito collected on July 22 tested positive for Eastern...
Red Cross Official Provides Heat Safety Tips
Craig Wolfe, a Supervisor with the Red Cross Disaster Team, speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about ways to stay safe in the Summer heat. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJNEJxa4ZqI American Red Cross of Massachusetts Scenes From The June 2025 Veterans Drive Thru...
Road Closure At Route 24 South
A road closure is in effect in West Bridgewater. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation says that Route 24 southbound is currently closed after the Route 106 interchange due to an earlier crash. Officials say the closure on the southbound side of Route 24 is...
Sweezey Previews MBTA Hearing At State House
State Representative Ken Sweezey gives WATD's Dan McCready a preview of Tuesday's hearing of the Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government to discuss the MBTA Communities Act. https://youtu.be/JyWnzfV-1ZI The Public Hearing will begin at 1 p.m. at...
Meet our Pet of the Week, Jack
Playful Jack is from Kingston Animal Control and Shelter and he is the perfect companion for a high-energy, adventurous home. Jack is a terrier-mix but Kingston Animal Control and Shelter thinks he may have some "podengo traits" as well. If you have an equally sized...
The Morning Show: Monday, July 28th
At 6:40, Physician, epidemiologist, and award-winning health journalist Tista Ghosh joins us to talk about her new book: “Before the Next Crisis: Untold Stories of Public Health and Why They Matter?” https://tistaghoshauthor.com/books Local historian and author John...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, July 29th
Our technical confidante joins us for Tech Talk at 8:11! David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, keeps us informed on all things computing. www.actsmartit.com Every Tuesday we talk with South Shore Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Tim Cahill. Tim...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, July 30th
It’s the final Wednesday of the month, and that means it’s our “Hats off to the Arts” segment with the great team at the Plymouth Center for the Arts at 7:11. www.artsplymouth.org Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in at...
The Morning Show: Thursday, July 31st
Time for the Quincy Chamber Report! On the second and fourth Thursday of every month, we’ll check in with the Quincy Chamber of Commerce. This week, we check in with President & Executive Director, Julie Pagano at 7:41. www.thequincychamber.com Bob Terravecchia,...
The Morning Show: Friday, August 1st
Welcome to the Friday edition of “The South Shore’s Morning News” with Rob & Beth. In addition to being the first day of August, it’s a special day because Joanne from Randolph is our special co-host today. Listen in for Joanne as she joins the team. Today is the...
Quincy Bay Race Week
Youngsters and adults competed in the 87th annual Quincy Bay Race Week regatta. https://youtu.be/TZIEPi0a7dk
Police Investigating After Report Of Man Grabbing Woman In Rockland Town Forest
Rockland Police are searching for a male suspect who reportedly “aggressively” grabbed a woman’s arm while she was walking in the town forest on Wednesday. The woman’s dog lunged at the man and she was able to break away and run to her car. The woman told Police the...
13 Injured In Hanover Rollover Crash
A rollover crash in Hanover left 13 people injured. The Hanover Fire Department and Hanover Police Department issued a joint statement saying that shortly after 11:30 a.m. Thursday numerous 911 calls reported a serious motor vehicle collision at the intersection of...
Senators Spilka And Fernandes Lean In To Support Plymouth Tourism
In Plymouth, State Senator Dylan Fernandes brought Senate President, Karen Spilka, to town to tour the historic sites. Following that, they spoke at a seaside press conference, at the Visitor Center on Water Street, about how the Fiscal Year 2026 budget is benefiting...
The highly anticipated Marshfield Fair makes its annual return in August between the 15th and 24th. This is the 157th year of the Marshfield Fair and will take place at the usual Marshfield fairgrounds, located at 140 Main Street in Marshfield: This great...
State Rep., Police Chief Raise Alarm About Dangerous Access To Kratom By Youth
State Representative Kathy LaNatra and Kingston Police Chief Brian Holmes speak with WATD's Christine James about the threat posed by Kratum. https://youtu.be/1w3pHm0htxo What Is Kratom? Lanatra Backs Bill To Help Veteran Families
Fernandes Hosts Cape Bridges Forum
A public information session on the Cape Bridges Project was held in Sandwich on Monday evening. WATD's Charles Fulmer reports. https://youtu.be/P49vLEDEEvQ Fernandes Passes Amendment Saving Pocasset Mental Health Ctr & Pappas Rehab Hospital Cape Cod Bridges...
Marshfield Files Appeal As MBTA Communities Deadline Looms
Interim Marshfield Town Administrator Peter Morin speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the town's response to the MBTA Communities Act deadline. https://youtu.be/2OjrfCRU-po Multi-Family Zoning Requirement for MBTA Communities Marshfield To Pursue Legal Action...
Accessory Dwelling Units Or ADU’s Gaining Popularity In Plymouth
In Plymouth, the number of accessory dwelling units or ADU’s in town is slowly increasing. This, according to Planning Board Chair Steven Bolotin. An ADU, or accessory dwelling unit, is a living space sometimes created above the garage or in a breezeway—this, in order...
Join WATD’s Larry Nelson and Plymouth Salvation Army for the Annual School Supply Drive
Well, as much as we love summer, we have to admit that it is Back-to-School season. AND... we need your help! Stop by this Saturday, July 26th from 8am to 3pm at the Walmart in Plymouth - 300 Colony Place in Plymouth. Please bring new and unopened school supplies to...
Golfin’ with Goldie at Upper Deck Golf at Fenway! An Iconic Golf Experience Like No Other
This August, one of baseball’s most iconic venues becomes your personal golf playground. For a limited time Friday, August 8th through Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Upper Deck Golf returns to Fenway Park, bringing an unforgettable 9-hole golf experience inside America’s...
Daniel Webster Estate Family Fun Day 2025
Join us for Family Fun Day at the Daniel Webster House on Sunday, July 27th from noon to 4pm. WATD's Larry Nelson will be hanging out and DJing the event, stop by and hang out. The Daniel Webster Preservation Trust, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization....
Meet Our Pet of the Week, Charlotte
Charlotte is a sweet and sassy 12-year-old lady with a heart full of love and a personality to match. She came to us after her beloved owner passed away, and while she’s experienced love before, she’s ready to find a forever home where she can reign again. Charlotte...
The Morning Show: Monday, July 21st
Local historian and author John Galluzzo joins us at 7:11to discuss the Battle of Boston Light, 250 years ago this July. https://www.nps.gov/places/boston-light.htm Diane Jordan joins us at 7:45 from Natural Body Works in Kingston for “More Comfort Mondays”. You can...
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