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The Morning Show: Thursday, July 3rd
Rob Hakala is back from vacation and is excited to be with you from 5:00 to 10:00 a.m. Beth Foster will be in at 6:00 a.m. Can you believe the Independence Day Holiday is almost here? At 7:41, Time for the Quincy Chamber Report! On the second and fourth Thursday of...
The Morning Show: Friday, July 4th
Happy Independence Day. Rob and Beth thank you so much for being with us today on America’s birthday. Feel Good Friday with Attorney Mark Stiles from Stiles Law each and every Friday at 9:11. www.stiles-law.com
Water Main Leak In Scituate
The Town of Scituate has reported a water main leak affecting Egypt Ave., Carver Ave., Seaside Ave., and surrounding areas. While crews are investigating, residents in the area are being urged to take precautions by checking for discoloration and allowing the water to...
Traffic Light Malfunction In Cohasset
Cohasset Police are warning motorists about a malfunction with traffic lights. Police say the lights at North Main St. & Forest Ave. are flashing due to heat damage to the control box, which has been exposed to direct sun since large trees were lost in winter...
Braintree Day Celebration This Weekend
Braintree Day organizer Sean Powers speaks with WATD's Christine James about what to expect for Braintree Day. https://youtu.be/8rRqBnvT9YQ Braintree Independence Day Celebrations Planned for Saturday To learn more about Braintree Day click here.
Crews Battle 4-Alarm Fire In Hingham
The State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a 4-alarm blaze that tore through the South Shore Sports Complex overnight. Multiple crews battled intense flames for before getting it under control by dawn on Friday. The fire, not far from the Derby Street Shops,...
Liam Scully Gives Preview Of Karen Read Civil Case
Liam Scully, a defense attorney with the law firm Scully & Lagos, speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about Karen Read's upcoming civil trial. https://youtu.be/XU5keeLHLwQ Scully & Lagos Sutter Recaps Karen Read Verdict
Sullivan Discusses Recent Heat, Pool Dedication, July 4th
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan spoke with WATD's Dan McCready discussed recent high temperatures, a pool dedication, and preparations for July 4th. https://youtu.be/6qjm-_WBaQs?si=_MnK3xQTF56nEMF2 City of Brockton Sullivan Discusses Ice Protests, Summer Activities,...
Cruz Discusses Mattis Decision
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz speaks with WATD's Christine James about the decision in Commonwealth vs. Mattis, which held that life without parole sentences are unconstitutional as applied to emerging adults. https://youtu.be/X6jn_IHHtcA Plymouth County...
One Article On Warrant For Hanson STM
Hanson Town Administrator Lisa Green gives WATD's Dan McCready a preview of Wednesday night's Special Town Meeting. https://youtu.be/uNPTcgzmbmY
Rob and Dan’s Blimptastic Adventure
WATD's Dan McCready and Rob Hakala took a ride on the iconic Goodyear Blimp. https://youtu.be/GO-FWJd5G7Q?si=tzTYNqPPRxNgZfWd Trip made possible by Paul Sullivan of Sullivan Tire & Auto Service. The Oscar Mayer Weinermobile Rolls Into Plymouth
Sutter Recaps Karen Read Verdict
Former Bristol County District Attorney Sam Sutter gives WATD's Christine James his perspective on the verdicts in the second Karen Read Murder Trial. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8bIwGQ9rYM Sutter Analyzes Karen Read Trial
Marshfield Opening Four Cooling Centers
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for much of southern New England that goes into effect Monday into Tuesday. The combination of scorching temperatures and tropical-feeling air will make it feel like it’s over 100 degrees. Marshfield...
Plymouth: Work Advances At Expansion Of BID Plymouth’s Emergency Room
In Plymouth, the big news at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital is that the crew building the expanded Emergency Department placed the final beam onto the framework of the new construction—and the forecasted completion is late summer of 2028. Built in 1993, BID’s...
250th Anniversary of the Battle Of Bunker Hill
Re-enactors gathered at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester to observe the 250 Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cN-yQv5-jYI Thousands Observe 250th Anniversary Of The Battle Of Lexington To learn about other events focused on the...
Meet our Pet of the Week, Red
Our 95.9 WATD Pet of the Week is debuted every Monday morning at 9:20 on The South Shore's Morning News. Red is a shy and quiet cat, ready to find his new fur-ever home so he can get comfortable and come out of his shell a little bit. He has been hanging out at the...
The Morning Show: Monday, June 23rd
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 in Kingston. www.naturalbodyworkskingston.com Dr. Marschall Runge joins us at 8:11 to talk about his new...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, June 24th
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 at 8:41, we talk with the South Shore Chamber of Commerce. We are joined by the new...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, June 25th
It’s the final Wednesday in June and that means we check in with the folks from the Plymouth Center for the Arts for our “Hats off to the Arts” report at 7:11. www.artsplymouth.org Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in at...
The Morning Show: Thursday, June 26th
Rob Hakala is off for some summer vacation. Beth Foster hosts solo today 5:00 to 10:00 a.m. 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”...
The Morning Show: Friday, June 27th
Rob Hakala enjoys another day off. Beth Foster sits in the main air chair today from 5:00 to 10:00 a.m. He’s Back!!! It’s “Name that Tune” with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic at 7:10. Steven picks out some great tunes and you must be the first...
Battle Of Bunker Hill Press Conference
Organizers provide details about the re-enactment to observe the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill at State Fort Park in Gloucester on June 21 and June 22. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvr0i_UFyXc For more information click here. Thousands Observe...
Weymouth Mayor Discusses Why He’s Stepping Down
Robert Hedlund speaks with WATD's Christine James about his decision to step down as Mayor of Weymouth. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvcfPk6Cl0w Weymouth Mayor Stepping Down Town Of Weymouth
Karen Read Found Not Guilty of Second Degree Murder
Karen Read has been found not guilty of second-degree murder of her Boston police officer boyfriend John O’Keefe but was found guilty of the lesser charge of drunk driving. The jury reached the verdict this afternoon after deliberating for at least 22 hours since June...
Marshfield Fairgrounds To Host Veterans’ Concert
Organizer Brian Dwight speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about "Rhythm of Honor: A Concert Benefiting Veterans," hosted by Project One Vet @ A Time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sDUWxXw3Jc More information about the concert can be found here. Scenes From The May...
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