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Wareham Vet Seeks Help After Oil Tank May Lead To Loss Of Home
by Christine James | Feb 22, 2022 | News, South Shore Events
Marshfield Veterans' Service Officer Carin Paulette and Assistant Veterans' Service Officer Lisa Potts joined local veteran Brian Proctor and his wife Emmaline to speak with WATD's Christine James how a leaking oil tank, not covered by insurance, may cost them their...
Trooper Rescues Man From Middleborough Fire
by Dan McCready | Feb 22, 2022 | News
Crews were called to the scene of a fire in Middleborough around 1 a.m. Tuesday. Fire officials say the fire took place at the Acorn Hill Home at 385 West Grove St. with Fire Chief Lance Benjamino saying a State Trooper came to the scene and evacuated residents....
Rents Have Exploded Across the Country
by Site Admin | Feb 21, 2022 | News
Rents reach 'insane' levels across US with no end in sight. Rents have exploded across the country, causing many to fall behind on payments, dig deep into their savings or downsize to subpar units. According to Realtor.com, median rent rose an astounding 19.3% from...
Feel Good Friday: 2.18.22
by Mariel Reed | Feb 21, 2022 | News
Exciting news regarding Thursday night host of The Dr. Joe Show on WATD. https://youtu.be/x7mqTXsHTMw
Sunday Conversation: 2.20.22
by Mariel Reed | Feb 21, 2022 | News
With a wave of foreclosures coming, there is major opportunity for new people to get involved in real estate investing. Mark’s got the tips for first-timers. https://youtu.be/HI3BYJHMkqw
Fagan Named As Interim Town Administrator In Milton
by Dan McCready | Feb 19, 2022 | News
The Milton Select Board has named Annmarie Fagan as the interim Town Administrator. The board’s chair, Kathleen Conlon, says that Fagan, who has previously served in the role, has already taken steps to be prepared once her tenure begins. She will replace...
Meet our pet of the week, Raider!
by Lisa Azizian | Feb 19, 2022 | Pet of the Week
Raider is the sweetest, goofiest boy you could ever meet! Our friends at the Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts in Brockton tell us when this beefy love-bug looks at you, you can see in his eyes how much love he has to give. Raider knows he is a...
The Morning Show: Monday, 2/21/22
by Lisa Azizian | Feb 19, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's President's Day. Let's talk to some friends. First in the queue is Diane Jordan, hosting More Comfort Mondays each week at 7:45. Diane owns Natural Body Works in Kingston and her mission is bringing more comfort to your body, mind and soul....
The Morning Show: Tuesday, 2/22/22
by Lisa Azizian | Feb 18, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Tuesday. Let's talk to our friends. This morning at 7:40 Rob talks with Jin Kim from the Atlantic Symphony Orchestra about their upcoming Winter Chamber Concert on Sunday, 2/27 at 4:00 pm. Learn more, and purchase your tickets, HERE. https://atlanticsymphony.org/...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, 2/23/22
by Lisa Azizian | Feb 18, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Wednesday. Let's talk to our friends. Amy Naples, Executive Director of the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce, checks-in at 7:41 to tell us all the goings-on in and around Plymouth. www.plymouthchamber.com At 8:41 New York Times best-selling author Jennifer...
The Morning Show: Thursday, 2/24/22
by Lisa Azizian | Feb 18, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Thursday. It's time to talk to our friends. At 7:11 we'll connect with Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, who joins us each week to talk about what's up in the city of Presidents. www.thequincychamber.com At 8:11 the...
The Morning Show: Friday, 2/25/22
by Lisa Azizian | Feb 18, 2022 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Friday. Let's talk to our friends. First, at 7:11, it's time for Name that Tune with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic. This is your weekly opportunity to test your classical music knowledge, a game curated by the one and only Plymouth Phil...
Plymouth School Committee Chair Discusses Lifting Of Mask Mandate
by Christine James | Feb 18, 2022 | News
Students returning from February Break on the 28th will be facing some new experiences--namely getting used to the "no mask option." Kim Savery Hunt, Chair of the Plymouth School Committee tells Christine James masks are still required in some situations like the...
State Rep. Discusses Passage Of Nero’s Law
by Christine James | Feb 18, 2022 | News
Gov. Charlie Baker signed in to law “Nero’s Law” on Tuesday. The new law will let emergency personnel treat injured police dogs and bring them to veterinary facilities. Nero’s bill was named for the K9 partner of slain Yarmouth Police Sgt. Sean Gannon. Current State...
Numerous Towns Respond to Fire at Rockland 3M Facility
by Lenny Rowe | Feb 17, 2022 | News
Numerous towns responded to a fire at a 3M facility in Rockland. Rockland Fire Chief Scott Duffey says they responded after a fire alarm activation at 30 Commerce Road, just before 3 p.m. Thursday. “While en route, we were updated that there was actually a smoke...
Sullivan Discusses COVID Numbers, School Mask Mandate
by Dan McCready | Feb 17, 2022 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the latest COVID numbers in the city, the lifting of mask mandate in schools, and recent events at the Brockton RMV. Photo Credit: City of Brockton
Hot Mic Puts Plymouth Selectman in Hot Water
by Bobbi Clark | Feb 17, 2022 | News
In Plymouth this week a slip of the lip on an open mic causes a Finance Committee member to call for an apology from a Select Board member. Bobbi Clark files the story: At their meeting this week, shortly after the select Board voted 4 to 1 against Article 18, a...
South Shore Plaza Shooting Suspect Arrested
by Dan McCready | Feb 16, 2022 | News
A Maynard man has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting at the South Shore Plaza in Braintree. The Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office says 19-year-old Julius Hammond-Desir was arrested in Dorchester by members of the Braintree, Boston, and...
One Dead Following Quincy Shooting
by Dan McCready | Feb 16, 2022 | News
An investigation is underway following a fatal shooting incident in Quincy Tuesday night. Quincy Police say that at approximately 6:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Taffrail Rd. Norfolk District Attorney Michael Morrissey says that...
Feel Good Friday: 2/11/22
by Mariel Reed | Feb 15, 2022 | News
Thinking of moving down south to Florida? We know who can help! https://youtu.be/WI9jdd3Vg4Y
Sunday Conversation: 2.13.22
by Mariel Reed | Feb 15, 2022 | News
If you sell your home, will you be able to find one to buy in the current market? Listen to this week’s segment to hear some of Mark’s solutions. https://youtu.be/dSzLvoWhDPA
Feel Good Friday: 2.4.22
by Mariel Reed | Feb 15, 2022 | News
We learned on the Dr. Joe Show this week that exercise helps stave off memory loss problems. You’re in luck because the 12th Annual Marshfield Education Foundation 5K is coming up on March 19th, 2022! Sign up at marshfieldstpatricksday5k.com ...
Sunday Conversation: 2.6.22
by Mariel Reed | Feb 15, 2022 | News
Can you move your property into a trust if you have a mortgage? How can you escape the Due-on-Sale Clause violation if you do? Listen in to Mark and Rob’s discussion this week. https://youtu.be/M2bYM-QbSsg
Feel Good Friday: 1.28.22
by Mariel Reed | Feb 15, 2022 | News
Need a new podcast to keep you busy during the storm? Elements of Stiles will introduce you to professionals in our local network and how they serve the community. https://youtu.be/OBv1w_kWLMc
Sunday Conversation: 1.30.22
by Mariel Reed | Feb 15, 2022 | News
It’s tax time! If you’ve made a purchase in the last year, do you know what documents you need for taxes? https://youtu.be/9qfStFS-Io0
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