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Duxbury COVID-19 Cases More than Tripled
COVID-19 numbers are rising state wide and here on the South Shore one town has announced cases have more than tripled. Duxbury Town Manager Rene Read calls the rise in COVID-19 cases in town alarming. Read is asking the public to use good judgement and follow...
Rockland Firefighters to Receive Firefighter of the Year Award
For the second year in a row, members of the Rockland Fire Department will be honored by the state during the annual Firefighter of the Year Awards. It was a three-man crew who helped rescue a 30-year-old woman from a five-alarm fire on East Water Street. Captain...
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz Discusses Programs, Crime in 2020
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz joined WATD’s Christine James on the Midday Report to recap crimes rates from 2020, programs to help children exposed to trauma, and human trafficking in the county. Listen to the interview here:
The Morning Show: Mon., Jan 4, 2021
Happy first Monday of the new year! Here we are! There YOU are. And we love you for being here with us. Let's check in with Diane Jordan from Natural Body Works in Kingston. Is Diane setting new year's resolutions this year? We'll find out at 7:45. And at 9:22 we...
The Morning Show: Tues., Jan. 5, 2021
We're tackling tech, pets, plastic and commerce...not in that order, but we've got it all today on The South Shore's Morning News on 95.9 FM WATD! First we chat with David Snell from ACTSmart I.T. for our Tuesday Tech Talk segment at 8:10. We're chatting about the...
The Morning Show: Wed., Jan. 6, 2021
Marissa King, professor, thought leader and pioneer in the field of networks and social relationships, believes the quality and structure of our real-life network has the greatest power to transform our lives and strengthen our relationships. We learn more today at...
The Morning Show: Thurs., Jan. 7, 2021
We're not shy describing him as a favorite because it's true. We always look forward to our chat with Coastal Heritage Bank President & CEO Bob Terravecchia Thursdays at 8:10! Thursdays at 7:40 are dedicated to updates from Quincy Chamber of Commerce President...
The Morning Show: Fri., Jan. 8, 2021
We flipped the calendar but we're thanking our lucky stars that our Friday Name that Tune with Steven Karidoyanes is on the books for the new year! 7:11 each Friday - test your classical music knowledge with Steven, the Plymouth Philharmonic's maestro! And our Friday...
State Rep. DeCoste Reflects on 2020
State Rep. David DeCoste speaks with WATD's Christine James about the big stories in 2020 and what's ahead for 2021.
Duxbury Schools Remain Open Following New Year’s Eve Party
Duxbury School officials say they have decided that they will hold classes following a party broken up by the police on New Year's Eve. Officials say it is “the appropriate decision based on the information we have gathered over the last two days.” They also say they...
Return To Classroom Delayed For Marshfield Students
Marshfield students won’t be returning to their classrooms this week. Superintendent Jeffrey Granatino put out a notice Sunday night saying that after reviewing the newest number of COVID-19 positive cases from the Board of Health they have decided that the district...
Piper the pup needs our help
**Update 1.7.21: Piper has been adopted!!!! Piper is a 6 year old Australian Cattledog/Blue Heeler who is looking for a fresh start and a very specific new home. Our friends at Scituate Animal Shelter tell us it may be difficult to find Piper her new home, but we know...
Dorchester Man Facing Charges after Police Say He Fled Cohasset Traffic Stop
A Dorchester man is facing charges after police say he fled a traffic stop and crashed his vehicle in Scituate. Cohasset Police Chief William Quigley says 31-year-old Dion Smith is facing charges that include Negligent Operation, Operating a Motor Vehicle with a...
Terrorism Expert Discusses Nashville Bombing
As we start 2021, we also look back at some of things that shaped the past year, not only COVID-19, but acts of terrorism. This year will mark the 20-year anniversary of 9/11, an event that changed the way we see the world and how we live our lives. The recent...
Taking a Look at Local Politics in 2020
WATD political analyst John Creed takes a look at the what the big local issues were this past year with Christine James.
Hanover Selects New Mascot
A new mascot has been selected for Hanover High School. Principal Matthew Paquette made the announcement in a video posted on the town's website on Friday. https://youtu.be/IsCmCIvoack Credit: Hanover High School logo
Boston Man Killed In Stoughton Crash
One person has died following a crash in Stoughton Thursday night. Massachusetts State Police say that at approximately 11:30 p.m. Troopers responded to reports of a multi-vehicle crash on Route 24 southbound near Exit 20. A preliminary investigation has determined...
Brockton Mayor Urges Caution, Expresses Optimism For New Year
As 2020 comes to a close, the City of Brockton is continuing to feel the effects of COVID-19. And as the area prepares to ring in a New Year, Mayor Robert Sullivan is urging residents to celebrate in accordance with COVID safety guidelines. Sullivan...
Historic Bell to Ring Tonight to Commemorate Residents Who Died from COVID-19
In Plymouth, an historic bell will ring at 9 o’clock tonight in commemoration of residents who died of COVID-19. The bell is housed in the belfry of the National Pilgrim Memorial Meetinghouse on Town Square. Bobbi Clark has more: Bill Keohan, who Chairs the...
Plymouth Town Bell Rang in Memory of Lives Lost to COVID-19
WATD's Charlie Mathewson reports live from Plymouth, where the Town Bell rang in memory of lives lost to COVID-19 in 2020. Listen to the audio here:
Former Public Relations Professor at Bridgewater State University Indicted on Rape, Indecent Assault Charges
A former public relations professor at Bridgewater State University has been indicted on rape and indecent assault charges. Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz says a grand jury indicted 37-year-old Nicholas Pirelli, of Plymouth this week. Bridgewater State...
Norwell Police Chief Search Narrowed Down to Three Finalists
The Norwell Board of Selectmen will interview three finalists before deciding on a new police chief. In November, Ted Ross retired after 14 years as chief. He was with the department for more than three decades. Town Administrator Peter Morin says the finalists are...
Raynham Police Seize Stolen Firearm after Traffic Stop
Raynham police say a stolen firearm was recovered, and a Middleboro man is facing charges. Police Chief James Donovan says 21-year-old Robert Perry is facing charges that include Carrying a Firearm without a License, Illegal Possession of Ammunition, and Operating a...
Plymouth K9 Killed by Officer after Incident
A Plymouth police officer shot and killed his K9 partner after an incident this morning. Police Chief Michael Botieri says Officer Keith Larson and his K9, Nico, were responding to a call on Court Street. A suspect had fled the area. As Larson was preparing for the...
Holbrook Man Facing Gun, Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop
A Holbrook man is facing charges following a traffic stop in Quincy. Massachusetts State Police say that at approximately 4 a.m. Sunday a Trooper was patrolling I-93 when he saw a red Nissan Maxima being operated erratically and failing to stay within any single lane....
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