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Jordan Spieth wins the RBC Heritage
by Quinn Kelly | Apr 19, 2022 | News, Sports News
After resurrecting his career on Easter Sunday 2021 with a win at the Valero Texas Open, Jordan Spieth would wait over a year before making a second coming to the winners' circle. Despite continued struggles on the greens, Spieth made it back to back Easter victories...
Horse Killed In Plympton Barn Fire
by Dan McCready | Apr 19, 2022 | News
Crews were called to scene of a barn fire in Plympton. Kingston Fire & Emergency Management says crews were called to the scene shortly before 5:15 a.m. Tuesday with Plymouth County Control reporting the address as 63 West St. Officials say 12 ponies were...
New Hampshire Mother of Elijah Lewis, a Five-Year-Old Boy Found Dead in Abington, Charged with Murder
by Lenny Rowe | Apr 18, 2022 | News
The New Hampshire Attorney General’s Office says the mother of a five-year-old boy who was found dead in Abington has been charged with murder. According to Attorney General John Formella, Danielle Dauphinais, 35, was indicted by a Hillsborough County Grand Jury on...
Norwell Summer Fest Is Back
by Christine James | Apr 18, 2022 | News
Art Joseph, of Joseph's Garage, and Event Organizer Kristen Jervey speak with WATD's Christine James about Norwell Summer Fest. Photo Credit: NorwellSummerfest.com
The History Behind Patriots Day
by Dan McCready | Apr 18, 2022 | News
Peter Drummey, of the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the origins of the Patriots Day Holiday. Photo Credit: National Park Service
County to Hold Public Meeting Concerning Woodlot Property
by Bobbi Clark | Apr 18, 2022 | News
In Plymouth, the County Commissioners, at their meeting on the 14th, vote to hold a public hearing next month concerning the Woodlot, a property of approximately 110 acres off Camelot Drive in Plymouth. Boston South Development submitted a proposal to the county for...
Gabby wants to be your new best friend
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 18, 2022 | Pet of the Week
Meet Gabby! She is an Anatolian Shepherd mix, approximately 3 yrs old and weighing 74 pounds. Our pals at Buddy & Friends Animal Rescue in Pembroke tell us she is a very sweet and friendly girl. She is rather calm, but does love to romp and play. She walks well on...
Inaugural Jonny’s Hockey Classic Held in Memory of 3-year-old Jonny Hackett
by Lenny Rowe | Apr 17, 2022 | News
The Inaugural Jonny’s Cup Memorial Hockey Classic took place in Kingston, with first responders playing in memory of Jonny Hackett. WATD’s Lenny Rowe files this report: The Boston Police Gaelic Column of Pipes and Drums introduced Old Colony Police and Fire as...
The Morning Show: Monday, April 18, 2022
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 17, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome to Monday. Today at 7:45 we check in with Diane Jordan for More Comfort Mondays. Diane is the owner of Natural Body Works in Kingston and she helps to provide more comfort for your body, mind and soul. https://naturalbodyworkskingston.com At 8:41 Hingham Civic...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, April 19, 2022
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 17, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
Tuesday is upon us. Today at 8:11 we'll talk with David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, who joins us each week for his tech talk segment. www.actsmartit.com And every Tuesday we talk with the South Shore Chamber of Commerce at 8:41. Joining us is the...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, April 20, 2022
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 17, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
Wednesday is upon us. Time to talk with our friends. Amy Naples, Executive Director of the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce, checks in with Rob today at 7:41. www.plymouthchamber.com At 8:41 we’ll talk with Ben Virga, the owner of South Shore Buds on Route 139 in...
The Morning Show: Thursday, April 21, 2022
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 17, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Thursday - let's talk to our friends. Bob Terravecchia, Chairman and CEO, from Coastal Heritage Bank stops by for his weekly check-in with the morning news team at 8:11. www.coastalheritagebank.com Our Golf Reporter, Liza “Goldie” Churchill, joins us at 8:41 to...
The Morning Show: Friday, April 22, 2022
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 17, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Earth Day you Earthlings. 7:11 is our time with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic. It's your chance to test your classical music knowledge during Name that Tune! Who knows, you may even win a gift certificate for correctly guessing the tune....
WATD Political Forum with Candidates for Marshfield Board of Selectmen
by Site Admin | Apr 15, 2022 | Election News
Join us Monday, April 18th for a WATD Political Forum live on-air from 7 to 8 p.m. The race is for the Marshfield Select Board and we welcome candidates: incumbent Chris Rohland, along with Lynne Fidler, and Joe Pecevich. Moderator Christine James, will be joined by...
Refinancing Down, Foreclosures Notices Up In Plymouth County
by Christine James | Apr 15, 2022 | News
Plymouth Country Registry of Deeds John Buckley gives WATD's Christine James an update on the local real estate market.
Feel Good Friday: 4.1.22
by Mariel Reed | Apr 15, 2022 | News
Whether it’s the feelings of rebirth and new beginnings or the start of baseball that marks it for you, a fresh season is rolling in. What’s your favorite part about spring? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3tJmKf1Qu0&ab_channel=StilesLawOriginal LISTEN TO...
Scenes From The April 14th Veterans’ Food Drive Thru
by Dan McCready | Apr 15, 2022 | South Shore Events
They got off to an early start as the Veterans' Food Drive Thru distributed around 6,000 pounds of food in front of the WATD Studios in Marshfield. https://youtu.be/33JxcXjdS9k Photo Credit: Dan McCready
Sunday Conversation: 4.3.22
by WATD Web Editor | Apr 14, 2022 | News
Title insurance is essential to protect against title defects. It’s a one-time fee and it’s worth it in the end, take it from our friends at Stiles Law. LISTEN TO PREVIOUS SHOWS
Plymouth County DA Tim Cruz Discusses Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Program, Partnership with YMCA
by Lenny Rowe | Apr 14, 2022 | News
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz joined WATD to discuss the grandparents raising grandchildren program. Through a partnership with the Old Colony YMCA in Middleboro, grandparents can receive a free one-year membership. Cruz says the role of the District...
Movie By Plymouth Resident To Screen At Boston Film Fest
by Dan McCready | Apr 14, 2022 | News
A film directed by a South Shore native will be screening Thursday night at the Boston International Film Festival. “The Families Feud” was written by Cohasset High School grad and Plymouth resident Stew Replogle. Replogle tells WATD News the film has...
State Senator Su Moran Joins WATD to Discuss Legislation Aimed at Preventing Radioactive Water from Being Dumped into Cape Cod Bay
by Lenny Rowe | Apr 14, 2022 | News
Pilgrim, the former Plymouth Nuclear Power Plant along Cape Cod Bay, has one million gallons of radioactive water inside the plant –the question is, how and where to get rid of it. Holtec International, the company working on the clean-up is considering treating the...
Retirement Ceremony Held for Plymouth Fire Chief Ed Bradley after 47 Years of Service
by Lenny Rowe | Apr 14, 2022 | News
After 47 years with the Plymouth Fire Department, a retirement ceremony was held for Fire Chief Ed Bradley. He has served as chief since December of 2007, and joined the department as a call firefighter at the Manomet station in 1974. It’s a job he says he’s loved...
Pressley Delivers $1 Million For Randolph Health Center
by Dan McCready | Apr 14, 2022 | News
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley came to Randolph Town Hall to deliver $1 Million in funds for a Community Health Center at Randolph High School. https://youtu.be/lcMD54ElWbk
Norwell Veteran’s Agent David Osborne Discusses Oldest Vet’s Luncheon, Upcoming Events in Town.
by Lenny Rowe | Apr 13, 2022 | News
Norwell Veteran’s Agent David Osborne joined WATD’s Christine James in studio to discus upcoming events in town. This includes the annual oldest vet’s luncheon, flags that will be placed around town, and a fix-up program for seniors and older veterans. Listen to the...
27th Annual Easter Egg Hunt in Scituate
by Mariel Reed | Apr 13, 2022 | South Shore Events
Recreation Department 27th Annual Easter Egg Hunt For Children 3-6 Years Old Date: April 16, 2022 Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Website: https://www.scituatema.gov/scituate-recreation-department Event Description: Bring your basket, wear your outdoor shoes and join the...
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