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Not All Plymouth Selectmen OK with Virtual Town Meeting
In Plymouth, it looks like Spring Town Meeting will again be held virtually. Selectmen Quintal, Cavacco and Flaherty voted to approve Town Moderator Steven Triffletti’s request for a virtual meeting, based on pandemic related health concerns. But two Selectmen...
The Morning Show: Monday 2/7/22
Hello Monday. We meet again. Let's get to it. At 7:45 we connect with Diane Jordan for More Comfort Mondays. Diane owns Natural Body Works in Kingston and she uses this time to help bring more comfort to our body, mind and soul. This morning at 8:11 we’ll talk with...
The Morning Show: Tuesday 2/8/22
Welcome to Tuesday. Let's chat with our friends. First we'll check in with David Snell from ACTSmart I.T. in Wareham at 8:11. David joins each week for his tech talk segment where we learn all about the latest news and info coming out of the world of technology....
The Morning Show: Wednesday 2/9/22
Love is in the air. But first, let's talk business. We head to Plymouth at 7:41 to check in with Amy Naples, Executive Director of the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce to learn about upcoming events and programs to help local Plymouth businesses. Follow her team at...
The Morning Show: Thursday 2/10/22
It's Thursday. Let's talk to our friends. Today at 7:41 Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, joins us to chat about upcoming events and programs to help Quincy businesses. Follow along with the work his team does at...
The Morning Show: Friday 2/11/22
It's time to step into the weekend, and not only will you be singing a tune but we'll have you tapping your toes with today's guests, too. First let's test your classical music knowledge with our weekly music quiz: Name That Tune with Steven from the Plymouth Phil!...
Abby the sweet and spicy cat is searching for a new home
Meet Abby! Abby is a 4-6 year old spayed female kitty that has unfortunately been at the shelter for many months due to her previous owner's illness. The Friends of the Marshfield Animal Shelter team tell us Abby is now finally able to be adopted. Abby is a spicy,...
Dan McCready With Ice Cold Warning During Slick Winter Weather
On Friday the South Shore experienced dangerous icy weather. Whitman Police put out an advisory on their Facebook page that was inspired by Vanilla Ice and it was put to music on that evening's edition of the Cathy Dee show following the 5 p.m. news....
Transactions Down But Real Estate Numbers Still Good In Plymouth County
The numbers of transactions at the Plymouth Registry of Deeds have slowed down recently---but as Register of Deeds, John Buckley says the numbers still look pretty good.
Flaherty Not Seeking Another Term On Plymouth Select Board
Current member of the Plymouth Select Board, Patrick Flaherty, says he is not going to run for re-election again in May. WATD News asked Flaherty if continued "news attention and focus" on the role of the Select Board in the process of Plymouth Town Manager Melissa...
Sullivan Discusses COVID Numbers, Hospitals, And The African-American Flag
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the latest COVID numbers in the city, testing kits, and the hoisting of the African-American Flag.
Republican State Senate Candidate Gary Innes Joins WATD to Discuss His Campaign
Gary Innes, a Republican State Senate candidate for the Norfolk and Plymouth District, joined WATD to discuss his campaign. The district includes Abington, Hanover, Holbrook, Rockland, Quincy, and several precincts in Braintree. He says small businesses need more...
Meteorologist Says To Stay Home As Storm Rolls Through Area
WATD Chief Meteorologist Rob Gilman gives Dan McCready the latest on the winter storm and the treacherous driving conditions it could bring. Photo Credit: Snow & Ice
Plymouth Voting Precincts Expand to 18, All Town Meeting Members on May Election Ballot
In Plymouth, due to latest federal census figures, the town now has 18 precincts up from 15. This changes precinct locations for some residents. The Town Clerk says the information concerning those changes isn’t available from the state yet, but soon will be. ...
Marshfield Veterans’ Services Joins WATD for Friendly Reminder about New Veterans Home
Marshfield Veterans’ Agent Carin Paulette and Assistant Veterans’ Agent Lisa Potts joined WATD in studio, with a friendly reminder about the new veteran’s home in town. Potts says it’s a private residence, and people should check with the Veterans Office before...
Former City Councilor Announces Run For Attorney General
Former Boston city councilor and unsuccessful mayoral candidate Andrea Campbell says she is running for state Attorney General. Campbell said on Twitter on Wednesday that she has dedicated her life to fighting for greater equity and opportunity, and plans to be an...
Pembroke Man Facing Charges after Passing a School Bus Offloading Children, a Pursuit, and a Crash into a Fire Hydrant
A Pembroke man is facing drunk driving charges after police say he passed a school bus and crashed his vehicle. 49-year-old Paul Walsh is facing charges that include OUI Liquor – 4th offense, operating to endanger, operating with open containers of marijuana and...
Three Fishermen Rescued Near Scituate after Boat Sinks
Three men were rescued after their fishing boat sank near Scituate. The Police Department says around 2 p.m. yesterday, a Marshfield resident near Humarock reported seeing a 40-to-50-foot fishing vessel sink about a mile from the beach. Police and Fire Boats from...
Lack Of Quorum Prevents Voting On Certain Articles At Whitman STM
Whitman Town Administrator Lincoln Heineman gives WATD's Dan McCready a recap of Whitman Special Town Meeting on Monday night.
Post-Blizzard, Dozens Take to Sledding in Duxbury and Marshfield
Most people stayed home during the blizzard that dropped two feet of snow around the region. On Sunday, some people in Duxbury and Marshfield flocked to hills for some sledding. WATD’s Lenny Rowe has this… Near the top of Coast Guard Hill in Marshfield, a few...
Crews Respond To Gas Leak At Duxbury School
Fire crews were called to the scene of a Duxbury school for a possible gas leak. Fire officials say that shortly before 8 a.m. Monday they were called to the Alden School where firefighters were able to locate “an isolated issue in the gym.” They say that the children...
The Morning Show: Monday, 1/31/22
Happy Monday. Hope you were able to weather the storm. Today at 7:45 we'll check in with Diane Jordan for our More Comfort Mondays segment. Diane is the owner of Natural Body Works in Kingston. And at 9:22 it’s time to introduce you to our Pet of the Week sponsored by...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, 2/1/22
Time for Tuesday and a new month to book. Let's chat with our friends. Dr. Andy Wiemeyer from Wiemeyer Dentistry joins us in the studio at 7:41. David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham joins us for his weekly tech talk segment where David brings us the latest news...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, 2/2/22
Welcome to Wednesday. It's time to talk to our friends. At 7:41 Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in to talk about all the events and happenings in Plymouth. www.plymouthchamber.com At 9:11 author Julie Bogart joins us...
The Morning Show: Thursday, 2/3/22
It's Thursday! It's time to chat with our friends. At 7:41 we'll check in with Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce who joins us to talk about events and happenings in Quincy. www.thequincychamber.com Bob Terravecchia,...
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