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Belichick Won’t Get Presidential Medal of Freedom After All
Belichick won't get Presidential Medal of Freedom after all. New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick said on Monday night that he will not receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom. In a statement, Belichick said “remaining true to the people, team and country I...
The Morning News: Mon., Jan. 11, 2021
It's Monday! Let's get it! We're giving you a chance to win another $25 gift certificate to Mia Regazza restaurant today and we'll learn about Tabitha the cat with cattitude at 9:22 - she's our pet of the week! We'll connect with Diane Jordan from Natural Body Works...
The Morning News: Tues., Jan. 12, 2021
Tuesdays at 9:22 is our Paws n Claws segment where we focus on the world of animals. We're chatting with Palestina from the House Rabbit Network to get an update on the year that was and how we can get involved this year with this bunny rabbit education and adoption...
The Morning News: Wed., Jan. 13, 2021
Have you tuned in to hear our chats with mortgage guy Brian Comer? Come join us, he's with us Wednesdays at 9:22 from Draper & Kramer Mortgage Corp. But first we talk about life in Plymouth with Amy Naples from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce at 7:41. We...
Adventures In Canning
Why do they call it "canning" when you're putting the goodies in a glass jar, not a can? Anyhow, I spent Saturday making, simmering, and canning Barbecue Sauce. There is something so satisfying about creating your own sauce ( or salsa, jam, etc), simmering it for...
Brockton Mayor Discusses COVID, Storming Of Capitol Building
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the incident at the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. and the latest COVID numbers in his city. Photo Credit: City of Brockton
Plymouth Officials Restrict Public Access to Town Hall
Starting Monday access to Plymouth Town Hall will be restricted. Town Manager Melissa Arrighi tells WATD News that it’s not certain yet when Town Hall will reopen. Arrighi says they are asking residents to handle town business remotely, but if an in-person...
Kearney Takes Look At Back At 2020 On Beacon Hill
State Representative Patrick Kearney speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about what happened on Beacon Hill in 2020, and what is to come in 2021.
The Morning News: Thurs., Jan. 14, 2021
Tim Cahill from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce joins us for a check on life in Quincy at 7:41 am. At 8:10 we chat with Bob Terravecchia from Coastal Heritage Bank for our weekly growing together segment. We cover a lot of ground with Bob, not just about finances but...
The Morning News: Fri., Jan. 15, 2021
Name That Tune! It's our Friday tradition at 7:10 am with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Phil! And we'll check in with Mark Stiles of Stiles Law in Marshfield for our Feel Good Friday segment at 9:10 am!
Tabitha, the cat with cattitude!
Tabitha is a cute lady looking for her forever home! This lovely, larger gal does have a little bit of cattitude sometimes, but she likes attention on her terms! When she is in the mood to snuggle she can't get close enough to you! Our friends at the Animal Protection...
Brook Road Bridge Expansion Debated in Plymouth
In Plymouth, Brook Road is a short road, a little over 4,000 ft in length, with a long history. It’s the original road from Plymouth to Manomet, before State Road took its place. On it, there’s a bridge that’s about 150 years old. The town wants to replace it and...
Norwell Selectmen Offer Contract to New Police Chief
The Norwell Selectmen unanimously voted to offer a contract to former Hopkinton Police Chief, Ed Lee. Ed Lee was one of three finalists interviewed by the Board of Selectmen to take over for Ted Ross, who retired after 14 years as chief and served over three decades...
One Person Displaced Following Brockton Fire
Crews were called to the scene of a fire in Brockton around 2:30 p.m. Thursday. Captain Steven McLean tells WATD News crews worked quickly to put down the fire. However, he says one person was displaced. McLean says there was...
Thayer Public Library in Braintree to Host Author Joe Pereira
Thayer Public Library will host WWII Facts & Fiction on Tuesday January 26th from 7 - 8 PM.
Plymouth Selectman Diagnoised with COVID-19
In Plymouth, the Vice Chair of the Select Board, Dick Quintal is recovering at home from COVID-19. Bobbi Clark has more: Select Board Chair Ken Tavares announced at the Select Board meeting last night that Selectman Quintal had been diagnosed with the...
State Legislators Speak Against U.S. Capitol Protests
Local representatives are speaking out after supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol to protest President-elect Joe Biden’s win. Republican State Senator Patrick O’Connor says the protests are anti-American, anti-democratic, and show the complete...
Braintree Police Seize Gun, 330 Pounds of Marijuana after Investigation
Braintree police say a gun and more than 330 pounds of marijuana were seized after an investigation. Police Chief Mark Dubois says 29-year-old Jamir Castillo of Roslindale was arrested and charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute, Unlawful of a Large Capacity...
Marshfield Selectmen Vote to Close Public Access to Town Buildings for Two Weeks
Due to rising COVID-19 cases, the Marshfield Board of Selectmen voted to temporarily close access to town buildings for two weeks. This is effective today. Town Administrator Michael Maresco says this includes Town Hall, the Library, Senior Center, and the Recreation...
Police Chief Phil Tavares Releases Statement Regarding Recent Video
Marshfield Police Chief Phil Tavares released a statement after he was featured in a recent YouTube video, Surviving Tragedy & Seeking Justice: The Death of One Chief's Father. Tavares said he made the choice to get into law enforcement following the death of his...
Electoral College Count to Possibly Resume
Associated Press: 6:55 p.m. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says Congress will resume the Electoral College proceedings once the Capitol is cleared of pro-Donald Trump protesters and safe for use. Pelosi said she made the decision Wednesday in consultation with the...
Republican Senator Reacts to Protests
5:30 p.m. 1/6/21: Republican Sen. Ben Sasse is directly blaming President Donald Trump for the storming of the Capitol by huge, angry crowds of pro-Trump protesters. The Nebraska lawmaker and frequent critic of Trump said Wednesday evening that the Capitol “was...
Latest News from the Associated Press
2:45 p.m. Lawmakers are being evacuated from the U.S. Capitol after protesters breached security and entered the building. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and other senators were led out, escorted by staff and police on Wednesday afternoon. Members of the House...
Duxbury: Photographers getting too close to Snowy Owls
Snowy owls have been spotted along the South Shore over the past few weeks and officials in Duxbury are asking the public to give them more space…WATDs David Cedrone has the story. I’ve seen the photos on social media and some of the drama as well with people getting...
Braintree Mayor Charles Kokoros Discusses Vaccine Distribution Plans
Braintree Mayor Charles Kokoros joins WATD’s Christine James on the Midday Report to discuss plans to distribute COVID-19 vaccines to first responders and residents in long-term care facilities. Listen to the interview here:
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