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Gov. Maura Healey Updates State on Snowstorm
by Tom Gorman | Jan 25, 2026 | News
Gov. Maura Healey provided an update on the snowstorm Sunday afternoon. https://youtu.be/-q8srfG0GIE Check our stormwatch page for the latest closures.
Two Dead, Two Wounded in Carver Shooting
by Tom Gorman | Jan 25, 2026 | News
A shooting at a Carver social club has left two dead and two wounded. Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz says the incident happened at the Saint John Club on Silva Street just before 7:30 Saturday night. The victims are identified as twenty-seven-year-old...
Frigid Temperatures, Winter Storm Forecast For This Weekend
by Dan McCready | Jan 23, 2026 | News
WATD Chief Meteorologist speaks with Dan McCready about the single digit temperatures and major winter storm being forecast for this weekend. https://youtu.be/2-eB6M0a6q8 Precision Weather Forecasting Ye Olde WATD Ruler Takes Its First Snow Measurement Of 2026
Cruz Discusses 2025 Crime Statistics
by Christine James | Jan 22, 2026 | News
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz spoke with WATD's Christine James about the crime statistics for 2025. https://youtu.be/9yiEd0Cwcqk DA Cruz Speaks About Rucks 2 Pucks Hockey Program Plymouth County District Attorney's Office
Creed Previews State Of The Commonwealth Address
by Christine James | Jan 22, 2026 | News
WATD Political Analyst John Creed gives Christine James a preview of Governor Maura Healey's State of the Commonwealth Address on Thursday night. https://youtu.be/IpoQSWnwbFg “The State of the Commonwealth” is at 7 p.m. tonight on the Governor's YouTube Channel or...
When Someone Keeps Asking You to Keep Everything a Secret
by Francesca Luca | Jan 22, 2026 | The South Shore's Morning News
We’ve all been there. A friend, a coworker, a family member leans in and suddenly—you’re sworn to secrecy. At first, it feels flattering. They trust you. But when it happens all the time? That’s a yellow light. And yes, it’s exhausting. Here’s the deal: It’s about...
Bridgewater Water Situation Worsens
by WATD 95.9 FM | Jan 21, 2026 | News
The water crisis in Bridgewater has been ongoing since last year… WATD’s Christian Maitre has more… https://youtu.be/OunK8RYX51Y Plymouth Select Board Adopts ICE Policy Town Of Bridgewater
Tuskegee Airman Guest Speaker at Quincy MLK Breakfast
by Tom Gorman | Jan 21, 2026 | News
Enoch "Woody" Woodhouse, a Brigadier General with the famed World War II Tuskegee Airmen, was guest speaker at the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Breakfast in Quincy. WATD's Tom Gorman has details. https://youtu.be/wmGyOdXl55M Cohasset Holds MLK Event
Cohasset Holds MLK Event
by WATD 95.9 FM | Jan 21, 2026 | News
A breakfast and speaking event was held at St. Stephens Episcopal Church in Cohasset on Martin Luther King Day. WATD’s Christian Maitre has more… https://youtu.be/8xMy2gmkWRY St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church Tuskegee Airman Guest Speaker at Quincy MLK Breakfast...
Ye Olde WATD Ruler Takes Its First Snow Measurement Of 2026
by Dan McCready | Jan 19, 2026 | News
Martin Luther King Day saw the South Shore experience its first significant snow storm of 2026, which means it was time to break out Ye Olde WATD Ruler. https://youtu.be/eWrc8QKKW4o South Shore MLK Events Precision Weather Forecasting Inc.
Meet our Pet of the Week, Nick
by Rob Hakala | Jan 19, 2026 | Pet of the Week
This week we want to introduce you to Nick the cat! Nick is an estimated 7-year-old cat who came to the Quincy Animal Shelter as a stray, so his history is unknown. He’s very affectionate and loves being around people, but he can become easily overstimulated and may...
Additional Charges Being Sought Against Marshfield Police Officer
by Dan McCready | Jan 16, 2026 | News
Charges are being sought against an off duty Marshfield Police Officer who was involved in a serious head-on motor vehicle crash. Chief Phil Tavares says Officer Richard Perry is on leave while the crash is investigated. The incident took place shortly after 9 p.m....
Abington Man Charged With Pouring Gasoline On Police Chief’s Cruiser
by Dan McCready | Jan 16, 2026 | News
An Abington man is facing charges after police say he was caught pouring gasoline on the Police Chief’s Cruiser. Police say that at approximately 9 a.m. Friday a Lieutenant noticed a male pouring gasoline on the cruiser which was in a marked spot designated for the...
South Shore MLK Events
by Tom Gorman | Jan 16, 2026 | News, South Shore Events
The South Shore is joining the nation in celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Martin Luther King Day on Monday. Celebrations begin Saturday in Brockton. The Brockton Area NAACP is hosting its 40th annual MLK Breakfast at the Envision Hotel in...
Marshfield Police Officer Involved In Crash
by Christine James | Jan 15, 2026 | News
An off duty Marshfield Police Officer, Richard Perry, involved in a serious head-on motor vehicle crash is on leave while the crash is investigated. On Sunday night at 9:09 pm Marshfield Police and Fire responded to the crash involving a Jeep and two other vehicles,...
Ski with WATD This Winter!
by Quinn Kelly | Jan 15, 2026 | News
Hit the slopes this winter, courtesy of ski passes from 95.9 WATD! Listen every day, starting January 19th, as the WATD team gives away ski passes to Wachusett Mountain, Tenney Mountain, and Nashoba Valley. Call in at 781-837-4900 for your chance to win! The contest...
How Control Can Disguise Itself as Care
by Francesca Luca | Jan 15, 2026 | The South Shore's Morning News
Have you ever been in a relationship where it feels like your every move is being monitored even though you’ve done nothing wrong? Not in an obvious, dramatic way. More subtle than that. A missed call becomes a problem or a delayed response sparks tension. Quiet time...
Norfolk DA Will Not Seek Reelection
by Tom Gorman | Jan 15, 2026 | News
Norfolk County District Attorney Michael Morrissey will not be seeking reelection. Morrissey, a former state senator, has served as the DA for the past 15 years. In a statement Monday, Morrissey says he is “extremely proud” of the work he has accomplished and feels it...
Derenoncourt Drops Brockton Election Lawsuit
by Tom Gorman | Jan 14, 2026 | News
Brockton mayoral candidate Jean Bradley Derenocourt has withdrawn his election fraud lawsuit against the city. In a facebook posting Wednesday, Derenoncourt stated he dropped the lawsuit “after careful consideration and utmost regard for the city of Brockton’s...
Braintree Police Chief Leaving for Newton
by Tom Gorman | Jan 13, 2026 | News
Cahoon Caps 30-Year Braintree Career Braintree police chief Tim Cahoon is resigning and will be serving as the chief of police in Newton. Cohoon said Monday he is stepping down effective February eleventh capping a nearly 30 year career with the Braintree police...
Plymouth’s Historic Bell Rings in 2026
by Tom Gorman | Jan 12, 2026 | News
Plymouth's Historic Bell Tolled 76 Times at Midnight Jan. 1st Plymouth's Town Bell rang in the New Year and celebrated the nation's 250th anniversary. https://youtu.be/6yUI_Z5l7lg
Plymouth Select Board Adopts ICE Policy
by Tom Gorman | Jan 12, 2026 | News
The Plymouth Select Board adopted a policy that provides guidelines of how the town's police department deals with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. https://youtu.be/LoVG2ztVlXM
Meet our Pet of the Week, Missy
by Rob Hakala | Jan 12, 2026 | Pet of the Week
We want you to meet our friend Missy! Missy is an adorable 11½-year-old Chihuahua mix who is ready for the love and comfort she truly deserves. After spending the past year in a daycare/boarding environment in Georgia, Missy has been around plenty of dogs and does...
Marshfield Voters Approve School Roof Project
by Tom Gorman | Jan 10, 2026 | News
Marshfield voters overwhelmingly approved a debt exclusion override to the fund the replacement of the Martinson Elementary School roof. There were 1,036 in favor of the project and 380 opposed in Saturday’s special election. The $7.4 million project involves...
Lynch Discusses Venezuela, ICE, Greenland
by Dan McCready | Jan 9, 2026 | News
Congressman Stephen Lynch speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the ongoing situation in Venezuela, a recent fatal shooting involving ICE agents, and discussions by the Trump Administration regarding a U.S. takeover of Greenland. https://youtu.be/isOVw9oHLeI...
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