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South Shore Readies For Winter Storm
Locals are making preparations as a winter storm is expected to roll through the area. WATD Chief Meteorologist Rob Gilman says that in addition to the South Shore, much of the East Coast will also be impacted. While the snow totals will be high, that’s...
Hingham Family Displaced after Electric Heater Causes Three-Alarm Fire
The Hingham Fire Department says five people are displaced and a home at 392 Main Street is a “total loss” after a three-alarm fire. Fire Chief Steve Murphy says an electric heater appears to be the cause of the fire. Numerous towns responded to the fire yesterday...
Chase into Hull Leads to Charges for Roslindale Man
Hingham Police say an early-morning pursuit led to numerous drug and alcohol charges for a Roslindale man. Sergeant Steven Dearth says 34-year-old Joshua Johnson was arrested early Tuesday morning. Around 2:30 a.m. an officer noticed a vehicle had driven off Charles...
Cohasset Fire Department Douses Vehicle Fire in Front of Home
Just after noon Tuesday, the Cohasset Fire Department responded to a call for multiple vehicles on fire in front of a home. Assistant Fire Chief John Dockray says there were no injuries reported at 98 Aaron River Road. “The dispatch center notified us of a report of...
My Fave Ornaments: Wesołych Świąt
Another one of my favorite ornaments that adorns our tree each year. How do you say Merry Christmas in Polish? Wesołych Świąt!
Retro Santa loves Seven-Layer Salad!
I LOVE using trifle bowls. I have picked up several of 'em at yard sales over the years, different sizes and shapes. I had only used them to create colorful, layered desserts. That is, until I discovered this 7 Layer Veggie recipe.Try it, you'll love it! You can make...
Duxbury Board of Health Discusses COVID-19 Vaccination Plan
The Duxbury Board of Health will handle organizing the COVID-19 Vaccine when it is released and will potentially set up the senior center when the time comes. WATD's David Cedrone files this report: Town manager Rene Read says the town's health agent Tracy Mayo...
US Vaccinations Ramp Up As 2nd COVID-19 Shot Nears
US vaccinations ramp up as 2nd COVID-19 shot nears. WASHINGTON (AP) — Hundreds more U.S. hospitals are gearing up to vaccinate their workers as federal health officials posted a positive review of a second COVID-19 shot. About 400 hospitals and other health care...
Highway Exit Sign Changes Insure Federal Transportation Funds for State
In Plymouth, the question is why are the exit numbers on Route 3 being changed. Bobbi Clark asked State Representative Matt Muratore: Representative Muratore says the change is being made to meet government standards: “Well, it’s federal requirement. The federal...
Abington Schools Switch to Remote Learning Due to Rising COVID-19 Cases
Abington School Superintendent Peter Schafer says all schools will shift to a remote learning model with a rise in COVID-19 cases over recent days. Schafer says 10 new cases have been identified in members of the school community. Over the last 14 days, 188 residents...
COVID-19 Testing Site Planned Saturday/Sunday at Hanson Middle School
Hanson will offer drive-up COVID-19 testing this weekend. In partnership with Accu Reference Medical lab, the town will be offering testing at the Hanson Middle School from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Testing is available to residents and non-Hanson...
State Rep. Kearney Discusses MBTA Service Cuts, COVID-19 Vaccine
State Representative Patrick Kearney discusses the state budget, COVID-19 Vaccine roll-out, and MBTA Service Cuts. Photo Credit: Patrick Kearney on Facebook
Santa and Mrs. Claus Tour Town of Plympton
Plympton Firefighters Association presents Santa Ride. Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus as they tour the town of Plympton on December 19th.
Owen the polydactyl cat is on the hunt for his forever home!
Owen the senior cat with extra toes is on the hunt for his forever home. Our friends at the Scituate Animal Shelter tell us that at about 9-years-old Owen is an overall friendly cat with people. He will take a few days to adjust in a new home, but is a good boy once...
Deadline Moved Up For Free Holiday Dinners
Free Holiday Meals are being provided once again this month. Photo Provided By Craig Wolfe Organizer Craig Wolfe tells WATD News that while the original deadline to apply for the meals was Monday things had to get moved up due to the large demand. Wolfe...
Plymouth Board of Health Discusses State COVID Orders
Plymouth Board of Health Discusses Gov. Baker's COVID-19 orders. In Plymouth, Governor Baker’s recent direction that municipalities move back to Phase 3, Step 1 did not greatly affect the town because Plymouth never made the move to Step 2. This was discussed at...
Middleboro Man Enters Not Guilty Plea to Murder Charges in Connection to Death of His Parents
A 21-year-old Middleboro man was ordered to be held without bail after he was arraigned on charges in connection to the murder of his parents. Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz says Ryan True pleaded not guilty to two counts of murder Friday at Wareham...
The Morning Show: Mon., Dec. 14, 2020
It's Monday. How about a Mia Monday gift certificate give away today? We can do that! We'll introduce you to our pet of the week at 9:22 today. And Ron Delano - Gem Man - from Carver Jewelers joins us at 8:40. And Diane Jordan from Natural Body Works in Kingston...
The Morning Show: Tues., Dec. 15, 2020
Kim Sylvester from Maggie's Dog House in Hingham joins us at 9:22 for some great doggie gift ideas for your furry friends this holiday season! #shoplocal David Snell from ACTSmart I.T. in Pembroke gives us the latest in technology news at 8:10 and at 8:40 Peter...
The Morning Show: Wed., Dec. 16, 2020
The Marshfield Boys & Girls Club is hosting a Polar Express Drive-Thru this weekend and Jim Bunnell and Jim Fitzgerald will give us all the details at 7:10. And at 8:10 we'll check in with Debbie Stauble from Healthtrax to learn about how Healthtrax is...
The Morning Show: Thurs., Dec. 17, 2020
Tim Cahill from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce is with us at 7:41. We're one week away from Christmas - how is the 2020 Quincy Square Virtual Winter Market going? Bob Terravecchia from Coastal Heritage Bank is with us for another Growing Together segment at 8:10. And...
The Morning Show: Fri., Dec. 18, 2020
Feel Good Friday and Name That Tune - our Friday staples! Name That Tune at 7:10 with Steven from the Plymouth Philharmonic. And at 9:10 we chat with attorney Mark Stiles from Stiles Law to find out what he's feeling good about this week! We'll also chat with MA...
Brockton Mayor Discusses COVID Numbers, MBTA Cuts
Credit: City of Brockton Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan provides WATD's Dan McCready with an update on COVID numbers in the city, while also discussing proposed MBTA Cuts, and the ongoing situation at Fort Hood.
South Shore Medical Center Reporting Problems With Phone Lines
Credit: South Shore Medical Center Facebook Page South Shore Medical Center says they are experiencing problems with their phone lines. They say that phone lines for Outpatient Services at South Shore Hospital are also offline. Those who need to communicate with their...
Wareham Motel Drug Raid Leads to Arrest
Wareham man is facing charges following a drug raid at the Village Motel. Photo Credit: Wareham Police On Thursday, Wareham Police say that officers and members of the Drug Enforcement Administration conducted the raid at a room at the Village Motel on Cranberry...
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