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MBTA Red Line Section Closed Through Weekend
A section of the MBTA Red Line will be closed beginning tonight (Thursday) and through the weekend for maintenance work. MBTA officials say the Red Line will be closed between the Kendall/MIT and JFK/UMass stations. Shuttle buses will replace train service with...
Scenes From The June 2025 Veterans Drive Thru
The Goon Squad braved the June heat for the Veterans' Food Drive Thru. https://youtu.be/PuUaY9FEcLw Scenes From The May 2025 Vets Drive Thru Veterans Voice Network
Dave Osborne and Dan Durica Discuss Veterans Events
Former Norwell Veterans Director Dave Osborne and veteran Dan Durica discuss veterans events with WATD's Christine James. https://youtu.be/LgXMOAvcjgQ
The Morning Show: Monday, July 7th
Matt Pitta, the Director of Communications from The Davenport Companies, joins us at 7:10 to talk about the future of the Cape Cod Canal bridges. The Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce and several local companies formed an advocacy group last year called the Cape &...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, July 8th
Conductor Nick Palmer joins us at 7:41 to preview the South Shore Conservatory's Evenings Under the Stars concerts for Summer 2025. We will be giving away a pair of tickets to one of their upcoming shows as well. Check the website for full details:...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, July 9th
Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in at 7:41. www.plymouthchamber.com Have you received any strange texts claiming to be connected to the Registry of Motor Vehicles? The Registrar of Motor Vehicles from the Commonwealth,...
The Morning Show: Thursday, July 10th
Bob Terravecchia, Chairman and CEO, from Coastal Heritage Bank stops by at 8:11 for his weekly conversation. www.coastalheritagebank.com Time to check in with Liza “Goldie” Churchill for another edition of “Goldie Bounce Golf” at 8:41....
The Morning Show: Friday, July 11th
Beth Foster is off for her long birthday weekend! She’ll be back on Tuesday. It’s “Name that Tune” with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic. Steven picks out some great tunes and you must be the first caller to guess the correct tune....
Meet our Pet of the Week, Matilda
If you're familiar with the hit movie, Matilda, then you probably know there is some extra magic to be had with the name. Now meet the lady dog that embodies that magic as well: Matilda, a.k.a. Tilly! Matilda is a 50 pound pit mix who is around 4 years old and is...
Kurt Russell Visits Historic Arlington House
Actor Kurt Russell and his son Boston visited the Jason Russell House in Arlington and discussed the family's connection to the historic home. https://youtu.be/pJjw_GVeRmU Jason Russell House Thousands Observe 250th Anniversary Of The Battle Of Lexington
A Look At July 4th Traditions
Peter Drummey, the Chief Historian with the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD's Christine James about varied traditions associated with the observance of America's Independence Day. https://youtu.be/vq70qdz6hMY Massachusetts Historical Society...
Hingham Holds Drone Show
Hingham celebrated Independence Day with its first ever drone show on Wednesday replacing its firework celebration at Bathing Beach. WATD’S Christian Maitre was there. https://youtu.be/d1GOfhKd-Ow **Story by Christian Maitre.** South Shore July Fourth Celebrations...
July 4th Weekend A Busy One For Travelers
AAA is predicting that the roadways will be busy during the July 4th weekend. WATD's Dan McCready reports. https://youtu.be/r9_0dY7INBM AAA Northeast South Shore July Fourth Celebrations
Sullivan Discusses July 4th, New Playground, and the Big Beautiful Bill
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the city's preparations for July 4th, a ribbon cutting for a new playground, and President Donald Trump's Big Beautiful Bill. https://youtu.be/E963psL8lvA City of Brockton Local Chiefs Discuss July...
Local Chiefs Discuss July 4th Safety
Scituate Police Chief Mark Thompson, Scituate Fire Chief Mark Donovan, Marshfield Fire Chief Michael LaSelva, and Marshfield Police Chief Phillip Tavares join WATD's Christine James for a conversation about safety on July 3 and July 4. https://youtu.be/JA3ibBnsOHA...
Jack The Intern Learns Cursive
WATD Intern Jack Hallal gets an instruction in cursive writing from Mary Talbot. https://youtu.be/qN_4MI7rNBE To learn more, you can email Mary Talbot at ladybysea@comcast.net South Shore July Fourth Celebrations Scituate Recreation Department
Marshfield SB Dismisses Accusation Made Against Police Chief
A resident’s accusation of harassment against Marshfield Police Chief Phil Tavares was dismissed by the Select Board. Hundreds of residents crowded into town hall for the hearing Monday night. Interim Town Administrator Peter Morin tells WATD News the chief decided...
South Shore July Fourth Celebrations
The South Shore joins the nation celebrating July Fourth with parades and fireworks. A few towns hold celebrations before the Fourth. Weymouth’s Night Before the Fourth celebration begins at 5 p.m. Thursday at George Lane Beach with food trucks and music. Fireworks...
Family Members Discuss Ruling That Could Free Loved One’s Killer
WATD's Christine James speaks with Marie LoConte, nephew Timothy Robishaw and Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz, about a ruling that could free the killer of Anthony LoConte. https://youtu.be/Si5fyTWSUYk Plymouth County District Attorney's Office Cruz...
Plymouth Police Chief Discusses July 4th
In Plymouth: The July 4th schedule of events begins early at 7:30 in the morning with the 10th Annual 5K run. The parade begins at 9 a.m. and in the evening the Philharmonic is in concert at Memorial State Park followed by fireworks lighting up the sky at dusk. All...
Closure On Route 3 South
A temporary closure is in effect on Route 3 South in Plymouth. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) says the closure will be in effect beginning at 7:30 a.m. Monday and will remain in place “for several hours.” A detour will be in effect with...
Meet our Pet of the Week, Ava
Make way for Miss Ava! This sweet-faced cutie is hanging out with our Friends of the Plymouth Pound, and gets rave reviews on her snuggle activities. She loves to spend quality time with the volunteers by joining them in a couch cuddle session. Ava is 2 years old and...
The Morning Show: Monday, June 30th
Rob Hakala continues his vacation through Wednesday. Listen as Beth Foster hosts solo for the full five hours! Diane Jordan joins us at 7:45 from Natural Body Works in Kingston for “More Comfort Mondays”. You can make an appointment to see Diane at Natural Body Works...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, July 1st
Happy First Day of July! It’s the first Tuesday of the month. We call it “Toothsday” as we check in with the folks from Wiemeyer Dentistry and Contemporary Prosthodontics at 7:40. This month, it’s Dr. Andy Wiemeyer from Contemporary Prosthodontics....
The Morning Show: Wednesday, July 2nd
Rob is off for one more day. Beth Foster keeps you informed and entertained from 5:00 to 10:00 a.m. Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in at 7:41. www.plymouthchamber.com Francesca Luca joins us for another edition of...
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