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The Morning Show: Wed., Nov. 10, 2021
Happy Wednesday. This morning at 7:11,Tom Begley from Plimoth Patuxet Museums joins us to talk about the national premier of the Smithsonian Channel documentary, “Behind the Holiday: The First Thanksgiving”. www.plimoth.org Amy Naples, Executive Director of the...
Kearney Discusses Infrastructure Bill, Redistricting
State Representative Patrick Kearney speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the recently passed Infrastructure Bill and the latest redistricting maps proposed for state House and Senate districts.
One Killed, One Injured In Brockton Shooting
One man was killed and another man was injured following a shooting in Brockton. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office says that shortly after 1:30 a.m. Tuesday, Brockton Police responded to the area 69 Tremont St. for a report of shots fired. Officers...
The Morning Show: Thurs., Nov. 11, 2021
Today we honor our Veterans, the men and women of this country who make us all so proud. Thank you, Veterans. At 7:41 Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, joins us to talk about all things Quincy and specifically what has...
Marshfield Veterans Home Close to Completion, Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Planned for Veterans Day
The Marshfield Veterans home on Ocean Street is nearing completion, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony is planned for Veterans Day. A three-alarm fire damaged the home in February, at the time, it was five weeks from opening. WATD joined Marshfield Director of Veterans’...
Weymouth Fire Department Lieutenant Jay Bailey Joins WATD to Discuss “Heroes Need Heroes Too” Campaign
Weymouth Fire Department Lieutenant Jay Bailey says being a firefighter is the only job he ever wants. With that job, first responders often see the best and worst of humanity. They carry trauma with them, and it can impact job performance and an overall outlook on...
The Morning Show: Fri., Nov. 12, 2021
Happy Friday! Today Rob's special guest co-host is longtime friend of WATD and, Plymouth's own, Russ Shirley. We're thrilled Russ joins us on a Friday when he can spend time with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic for another rousing edition of Name...
Bomb Threat Causes School Evacuation In Abington
A bomb threat caused a school evacuation in Abington. School Superintendent Peter Schafer says the bomb threat was discovered for the Abington Pre-Kindergarten/Middle/High School just as students were arriving to school Monday morning. Abington Police were notified...
Crews Repond To Fire On Cedar St. In Hanover
Crews were called to the scene a fire at a Hanover home. Fire officials say that at approximately 11:30 a.m. Sunday they received a report of a possible structure fire at 384 Cedar St. Upon arrival firefighters found smoke showing from a single-family residential...
Duxbury To Hold Special Town Meeting On Monday
Duxbury Town Manger Rene Read provides WATD's Dan McCready a preview of Special Town Meeting take place at 7 p.m. Monday at the Duxbury Schools Performing Arts Center at 73 Alden St. Photo Credit: Google Maps
Arrest Made In Connection With Brockton Shooting
One person has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Brockton last week. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office says that at approximately 7 p.m. Wednesday Brockton Police officers responded to the area of Prospect St. and Walnut St. for a...
School Evacuation In Abington
A school evacuation took place Monday morning in Abington. School officials issued the following statement on the incident. "Regarding today's evacuation, we are currently waiting for the all clear to return students to AHS/AMS/PreK. More information will come as soon...
Correcting the Record in Regards to Complaint Against Plymouth Town Manager
In Plymouth, in communication with the Town Manager, the Select Board did change the subject from complaint to negotiation. But to correct the record, it was not posted that way on an agenda for an executive session. However, it appears the Board did notify the Town...
Meet Jerry the Yorkie
Say hello to Jerry! Jerry is a fun 1.5 year old male Yorkie who weighs around 7 lbs. Jerry is a playful and friendly little pup. Our friends at Yorkie's Inc., tell us Jerry would do best in a home with another small active dog to play with. He loves running outside...
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan Discusses Hospital Census Numbers, Return of Community Holiday Celebration
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan joins WATD’s Dan McCready to discuss COVID numbers in the city, the return of the Community Holiday Celebration, and storm cleanup. Listen to the interview here:
Pembroke Firehouse Food Pantry Organizing Vendor/Craft Fair Saturday
The Pembroke Firehouse Food Pantry serves over 700 households, but has not been able to regularly fundraise due to the coronavirus pandemic. On Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., a vendor/craft fair will be taking place at the Pembroke Knights of Columbus, with all...
Plymouth Select Board Switches Gears on Subject of Executive Sessions with Town Manager
In Plymouth, recently there have been a series of Select Board executive session meetings posted, some stating the subject as a complaint against the Town Manager. But, recently the focus of the executive session shifted to contract negotiations with the town manager....
Pedestrian Struck In Quincy
Hancock St. in Quincy has re-opened after a pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle. Quincy Police say that shortly before 5:30 a.m. Friday they received reports of a pedestrian struck at Hancock St. & Carruth St. The pedestrian, identified as a white man,...
Marshfield Fire Chief Jeff Simpson Reminds Residents to Change the Batteries on Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors this Weekend
The weekend is time to change the clocks back an hour, and it's also a good time to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Marshfield Fire Chief Jeff Simpson says if residents need help with changing batteries, or anything related to home...
Man Dies Following Brockton Shooting
A man has been died following a shooting in Brockton Wednesday night. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office says that at approximately 7 p.m. officers responded to the area of Prospect St. and Walnut St. for a report of shots fired with a person struck. Upon...
Water Service Disruption In Scituate
Officials in Scituate say there is an emergency interruption of water service on Glades Rd. and the immediate area. Officials say a water main was hit and that caused an emergency water shutdown on Glades Rd. starting at Bailey’s Causeway that will impact all streets...
Home in Halifax 55+ Community a “Total Loss” after Fire
A cooking fire appears to be the cause of a fire at a home in a senior living community in Halifax Wednesday afternoon. WATD's Lenny Rowe files this report: Halifax Fire Chief Jason Viveiros says crews responded to calls for a structure fire on Beachwood Road....
Brockton Mayor Sullivan Speaks to WATD About Re-Election
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about his successful re-election bid. Photo Credit: Mayor Robert Sullivan Facebook Page
Company Unaffiliated with Local Fire Departments Using Texts to Sell Merchandise
Scammers are finding new ways to reach potential victims, even appearing to support local fire departments. Recently, text messages were sent to people directing them to a website with merchandise for sale. Recent scams included the Carver and Plymouth Fire...
Three Contested Races Decided in Weymouth Town Election
Three contested races were on the ballot for the town election in Weymouth. With unofficial results for Councilor-at-Large, Michael Molisse topped the ballot with 4,066 votes. Fred Happel was re-elected with 3,845 votes, Gregory Shanahan was elected with 3,839 votes,...
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