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Scituate Storm Update
Scituate officials report that the power has been fully restored to the town. Nearly half of Scituate and all of Humarock were without power since Monday's blizzard. All electrical service was restored by National Grid today (Wednesday). For those who still have...
Three Displaced Following EB Fire
Three people were displaced following a two-alarm fire in East Bridgewater Saturday night. East Bridgewater Fire officials say that shortly before 7 p.m. crews were dispatched to 8 Andrew Rd. after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting smoke in a 2 1/2-story...
Storm Cleanup Efforts Continue In Marshfield
Marshfield Harbormaster Mike DiMeo speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about storm cleanup and power restoration efforts in town. https://youtu.be/LGM8-c281ho Plymouth Digging Out From Winter Storm Town of Marshfield
Plymouth Digging Out From Winter Storm
Town Manager Derek Brindisi and Select Board Chair David Golden give WATD's Dan McCready an update on blizzard recovery efforts in Plymouth. https://youtu.be/M9phocl4h6g Blizzard Cleanup Continues on the South Shore Town of Plymouth
Blizzard Cleanup Continues on the South Shore
The South Shore is still dealing with Monday’s historic blizzard that dumped two or more feet of snow on the area. Because of ongoing snow removal operations, several communities have cancelled school again today (Wednesday). A complete list is on our stormwatch page....
Police Seek Help in Finding Missing Weymouth Man
Weymouth police are seeking the public’s help in finding a missing man. Forty-five-year-old Brendan Rogers was last seen leaving his home on Commercial Street in Weymouth at 7:15 Monday morning. He is described as a 5-foot-10-inch white male with long gray hair and a...
Hingham Lumber Yardstick Measures Storm Totals
The Hingham Lumber WATD Yardstick took a measurement of the storm's aftermath as Dan McCready was shoveling out his car. https://youtu.be/4HEvAoluZzw Hingham Lumber WATD Yardstick Makes Its Debut Precision Weather Forecasting
Officials Discuss Marshfield Cleanup
Marshfield Harbormaster Mike DiMeo and Emergency Operations Director Lt. Artie Shaw speak with WATD's Dan McCready about recovery efforts following the major winter storm that rolled through the area. https://youtu.be/mOH6N5kvy1k
South Shore Begins Digging Out From Blizzard
As a travel ban has been issued in Plymouth, Bristol and Barnstable counties, the South Shore is digging out from yesterday’s (Monday) historic blizzard that dumped about two feet of snow and wind gusts to 70 miles per hour knocked out power to thousands. Sections of...
Storm Closures And Cancellations
WATD Stormwatch list of storm related advisories, school closings and resources to the South Shore Community, sponsored by Hingham Lumber. School Closings/Delays: Abington Public Schools-Closed Tuesday 2/24 Blue Hills Regional Technical School-Closed Tuesday 2/24...
Marshfield Hit Hard By Winter Storm
Marshfield Harbormaster Michael DiMeo speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the impact that Monday's storm is having on the town. https://youtu.be/5hCdhPwUzhk Hingham Lumber WATD Yardstick Makes Its Debut Town Of Marshfield
Hingham Lumber WATD Yardstick Makes Its Debut
The South Shore experienced blizzard conditions on Monday, and the Hingham Lumber WATD Yardstick came forward to make its first official measurement. https://youtu.be/-EEk7kQpWNg Major Winter Storm Strikes South Shore Precision Weather Forecasting
Major Winter Storm Strikes South Shore
WATD Chief Meteorologist Rob Gilman speaks with Dan McCready about the storm that rolled through the South Shore on Monday. https://youtu.be/4FTIQgFhfc0 WATD Operation StormWatch Precision Weather Forecasting
Meet our Pet of the Week, Smudge
We can't wait for you to meet Smudge. Smudge is adorable cat looking for love and looking for you. Smudge (about 9 months) is looking for her forever home. She is playful and enjoys the company of the other cats at the Friends of the Plymouth Pound adoption center....
Juvenile Charged In Braintree Shooting
An arrest has been made in connection with a Braintree shooting. The incident took place Thursday afternoon in the area of Skyline Dr. One person was hospitalized with what are described as non-life-threatening injuries. Braintree Police announced on Friday that a...
Harmless Crush or Emotional Affair?
Let’s talk about something most people experience… and almost nobody admits. You’re happy at home. You’ve got a solid relationship. You love your partner. And then there’s… him. The guy at work. It starts small. A look that lingers half a second too long. A joke that...
Police Monitoring Possible ‘Mall Takeover’ In Braintree
Officials say they were made aware of a possible Mall Takeover event in Braintree. Braintree Police say that on Tuesday they were notified about a social media post advertising a “Braintree Mall takeover” at 7 p.m. Police say they are concerned about potential public...
One Hospitalized Following Shooting Incident In Braintree
One person was hospitalized following a shooting incident in Braintree Thursday afternoon. Braintree Police say the incident took place in the area of Skyline Dr. and one victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Police...
Cruz Discusses Capture Of Suspect In Mexico
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz speaks with WATD's Christine James about the capture of murder suspect Davinci Leonard on Mexico and the Interpol Red Notice filed for Luis Guaman. https://youtu.be/k_2wlwfpZvw Plymouth County District Attorney's Office...
Brockton Man Charged In Braintree Stabbing
A Brockton man is in custody following an alleged stabbing on Monday. Braintree Police say that shortly before 11:30 p.m. officers were dispatched to Wollaston Alloys at 205 Wood Rd. after a caller reported that his co-worker had been stabbed. Upon arrival officers...
DeCoste Discusses Budget
State Rep. Dave DeCoste spoke with WATD's Christine James about the proposed state budget and what it could mean for local communities. https://youtu.be/q6jZlnfEBqo Representative David F. DeCoste Republican - 5th Plymouth Plymouth County Treasurer Discusses ARPA...
Slow Start For Real Estate In Plymouth County for 2026
Plymouth County Register of Deeds John Buckley speaks with WATD's Christine James about the real estate numbers for January 2026. https://youtu.be/Qu8uoMY9r3c Plymouth County Registry of Deeds Plymouth County 2025 Real Estate Recap
The History Behind Presidents’ Day
Dr. Kanisorn Wongsrichanalai, of the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the history behind the Presidents' Day Holiday. https://youtu.be/9U3FvgkSAM4 Massachusettts Historical Society Ed Perry Gives His Groundhog Day Prediction
Meet our Pet of the Week, Randy
We can't wait for you to meet Randy! Randy is a fun-loving 10-month-old, Domestic Shorthair, male black kitten with a big personality and an even bigger heart. Randy is currently with our friends at Standish Humane Society in Duxbury. Randy is playful, goofy, and...
Wednesday’s Whine
Got a gripe? A groan? A petty little problem of your own? All week long you bite your tongue… But relief is coming, so don’t you run! Because every Wednesday, bright and early, We turn complaints into comedy! No whine too small, no rant too tiny; It’s your moment to...
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