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Wareham Motel Drug Raid Leads to Arrest
by Mariel Reed | Dec 11, 2020 | News
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...
Two More People Charged in Connection with Fatal Stabbing in Quincy
by Dan McCready | Dec 11, 2020 | News
Two additional people charged in connection with the September 11th fatal stabbing of a man in a liquor store parking lot in Quincy. The Norfolk District Attorney’s Office says that on Wednesday a Norfolk County Grand Jury indicted two people as accessories after the...
Quincy Kicks Off Chanukah With Menorah Lighting
by Dan McCready | Dec 11, 2020 | News
Quincy observed the beginning of Chanukah Thursday night as Rabbi Alfred Benjamin, of Congregation Beth Shalom of the Blue Hills in Milton, lead a ceremony to light of the first candle on the menorah near City Hall. Photo Credit: City of Quincy Facebook Page Although...
Middleboro Man Charged with Double-Murder at Highland Street Home
by Lenny Rowe | Dec 10, 2020 | News
A Middleboro man is being charged with two counts of murder after two people were found dead at a home on Highland Street. Police Chief Joseph Perkins says 21-year-old Ryan True, of 3 Highland Street, was arrested after a brief investigation. Around 6:30 Thursday...
Norwell Police Officer Alerts Homeowners to House Fire During Routine Patrol
by Christine James | Dec 10, 2020 | News
Norwell Firefighters respond to a two alarm fire in the early morning hours today. Photo Credit: Norwell Fire on Facebook Norwell Fire Chief Jeff Simpson says Norwell Police Officer, Joseph Esposito, alerted the homeowners after he saw smoke coming from the residence...
Gov. Baker Unveils State COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan
by Site Admin | Dec 10, 2020 | News
Gov. Baker unveils state COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan. BOSTON (AP) — The distribution of the first round of COVID-19 vaccine shipments to Massachusetts is set to begin as soon as next week, Gov. Charlie Baker announced Wednesday. The state’s first shipment of...
Plymouth League of Women Voters Celebrates 100 Years, Honors Longtime Member Mary LeSueur
by Bobbi Clark | Dec 10, 2020 | News
In Plymouth, the League of Women Voters celebrates 100 years of dedication to insuring the rights of voters. For more than 50 of those years, the Plymouth League’s Mary LeSueur has been a member. She is being honored statewide for outstanding service. Bobbi Clark has...
Braintree Mayor Charles Kokoros Discusses School Guidelines, Small Business Grants
by Lenny Rowe | Dec 9, 2020 | News
Braintree Mayor Charles Kokoros joined WATD's Christine James on the Midday Report to discuss a reduction in distancing for classrooms, and a grant program to support small businesses. Listen to the interview here:
Pembroke Police Boys and Girls Club Facing Financial Challenges
by Christine James | Dec 9, 2020 | News
Bill Boulter, of the Pembroke Police Boys & Girls Club, speaks with WATD's Christine James about the financial challenges that group is facing.
Gov. Baker Reinstating Some Restrictions to Slow COVID-19 Spread
by Site Admin | Dec 9, 2020 | News
Baker reinstating some restrictions to slow COVID-19 spread. BOSTON (AP) — Gov. Charlie Baker is reinstating some restrictions meant to help slow the spread of the coronavirus as the state experiences a second surge in COVID-19 cases. Beginning Sunday, the state will...
Evening with Sons of Serendip to Benefit the Plymouth Philharmonic
by Site Admin | Dec 9, 2020 | South Shore Events
Conductor Steven Karidoyanes hosts this non-stop evening of seasonal music and celebration as Sons of Serendip perform their gorgeous holiday concert from their home studios.
Christmas Lights Drive-Thru in Hanson
by Site Admin | Dec 9, 2020 | South Shore Events
Hanson Firefighters Local 2713 presents A Christmas Lights Drive-Thru at Maquan Elementary School on December 11th and 12th from 5 - 9 p.m. Visit Hanson Firefighters to purchase tickets.
Kingston Special Town Meeting Approves Water Treatment Upgrades, Ladder Truck Purchase
by Lenny Rowe | Dec 9, 2020 | News
Kingston residents met at the Kingston Collection for an 18-article Special Town Meeting warrant. Voters approved an article for $1.47 million dollars to pay for the construction of the Grassy Hole Manganese Removal Plant. The article includes a filter at the Trackle...
Plymouth: Six Hospitalized After CO Incident
by Dan McCready | Dec 8, 2020 | News
Six people were hospitalized after a carbon monoxide leak was detected at a Plymouth home. Fire Chief Ed Bradley says that at approximately 7:15 a.m. Tuesday they responded to a 911 call for an odor coming from the basement of a home on Kings Pond Plain Rd. Crews...
Truffles by Mr. Raven
by Paige Sutherland | Dec 8, 2020 | News
Never knew Mr. Raven was a master Chocolatier until this Thanksgiving. Check out his masterpieces!
Milton Special Town Meeting Approves Both Articles On Warrant
by Dan McCready | Dec 8, 2020 | News
Credit: Milton Access Television Milton Special Town Meeting passed both warrant articles Monday night, the first dealing with Departmental Appropriations. Town Moderator Robert Hiss tells WATD News The second dealt with Appropriations for the Stabilization...
Kingston: Special Town Meeting Monday Night
by Dan McCready | Dec 8, 2020 | News
There were to be 18 articles debated at tonight’s Special Town Meeting in Kingston. However, not all of them will be voted on. Kimberley Emberg, Vice-Chair of the Board of Selectmen, tells WATD News that Articles 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16 won’t be moved forward....
Years of Research Laid Groundwork for Speedy COVID-19 Shots
by Site Admin | Dec 8, 2020 | News
Years of research laid groundwork for speedy COVID-19 shots. How could scientists race out COVID-19 vaccines so fast without cutting corners? A head start helped. Over a decade of behind-the-scenes research had new vaccine technology poised for a challenge just as the...
Massachusetts Hospitals Halt Some Procedures to Free Up COVID Beds
by Site Admin | Dec 8, 2020 | News
Hospitals to halt some procedures to free up COVID beds. BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts hospitals will soon put a temporary halt to in-patient elective surgeries that can safely be postponed, and the state will expand free testing throughout the state to help fight a...
Norwell: Fire Department Hosting Collection Drive for Toys for Tots
by Lenny Rowe | Dec 8, 2020 | News
With COVID-19 precautions in place, the Norwell Fire Department is hosting their annual collection drive to benefit Toys for Tots. Firefighter/Paramedic Mike Teague says they have a festive collection pod in front of the station at 300 Washington Street. “This year...
Man Charged with Break-In at Tom Brady’s Home
by Lenny Rowe | Dec 7, 2020 | News
Police in Brookline say they arrested a 34-year-old man on charges in connection to a break-in at the home of former Patriots quarterback, Tom Brady. Zanini Cineus, formerly of Brockton, but currently homeless, is charged with felony breaking and entering charges....
Duxbury Lion’s Club Hosting Curbside Ziti & Meatball Fundraiser Dinner
by Site Admin | Dec 7, 2020 | South Shore Events
The Duxbury Lion's Club is hosting a curbside ziti & meatball dinner on Friday, December 11th from 4 - 8 p.m. Orders must be placed by midnight on Tuesday, December 8th. Proceeds benefit the Lion's Club charities and food pantry. CLICK HERE TO PLACE YOUR ORDER
Milton: Two Articles For Special Town Meeting On Monday
by Dan McCready | Dec 7, 2020 | News
Two articles will be on the warrant when Milton holds its Special Town Meeting Monday night. Town Moderator Robert Hiss tells WATD News the first one deals with amending Departmental Appropriations. The second deals with Appropriations for the Stabilization...
Princess the cat has lost her human and her home
by Lisa Azizian | Dec 7, 2020 | Pet of the Week
**Update: Princess has been adopted!! Princess is a super sweet girl who is about 12-years-old. This older Calico lady sadly lost her previous owner and she is now looking for a new lap to spend her golden years in. Our friends at Scituate Animal Shelter tell us...
Coastal Coalition Chair Discusses Legislation In 2021
by Dan McCready | Dec 7, 2020 | News
Joe Rossi, Chair and Executive Director of the Massachusetts Coastal Coalition, speaks with Dan McCready about potential legislation for 2021.
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