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Brockton: Police Officer Treated after Patrol Vehicle Crash
A Brockton police officer was treated at a local hospital after his police vehicle crashed off Court Street Saturday evening. Police spokesman Darren Duarte says bright headlights of an oncoming vehicle in the same lane, mixed with bad road conditions appears to be...
Carver: Juvenile Facing Numerous Firearm Charges
Federal agents and Carver police and arrested a juvenile from Plymouth who was in possession of several high-capacity firearms. The Police Department says their officers, State Police, and agents from the ATF arrested the juvenile Thursday at 160 North Main Street in...
The Morning Show: Mon., Dec. 7, 2020
Big Al is back! Al from Al's Backwoods Berrie Company in Plymouth pops by at 8:10 to talk about holiday gifting! This is not your grandmother's jelly! At 7:45 we'll connect with Diane from Natural Body Works in Kingston for our more comfort Monday's segment where...
The Morning Show: Tues., Dec. 8, 2020
Tech Talk Tuesday with David Snell from ACTSmart I.T. in Pembroke at 8:10 followed by our call with Peter Forman from the South Shore Chamber of Commerce at 8:40.
The Morning Show: Wed., Dec. 9, 2020
Plymouth's Holiday Stroll kicks off tomorrow and we'll run through the fun 4-day agenda with Amy Naples from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce at 7:10 today. Steven Karidoyanes, conductor of the Plymouth Philharmonic, is Poppin' in for the Holidays this Saturday...
The Morning Show: Thurs., Dec. 10, 2020
We'll be on the road later today, broadcasting from the new headquarters of See Plymouth from 1-3 pm. The holiday stroll gets underway today, we'll learn all about it! Tim Cahill from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce calls in at 7:40. Bob Terravecchia from Coastal...
The Morning Show: Fri., Dec. 11, 2020
Our Friday fun is when Steven Karidoyanes joins us at 7:11 for Name That Tune, the classical edition! You could win a great local gift certificate if you're the first person to call in with the correct song! And it's not Friday without Feel Good Friday with Mark...
Plymouth Firefighters Kick Off ‘Stuff A Bus’ Event
Credit: Rob Hakala The Plymouth Fire Department kicked off their annual Stuff-A-Bus event on Friday to benefit Toys For Tots. Firefighter Sean Page told WATD’s Rob Hakala that this year there will be new COVID protocols in place. Page says that the COVID...
Quincy Police Searching For Missing Man
Credit: Quincy Police Dept. Quincy Police are attempting to locate a missing man. Police say 68-year-old Charles McCurdy of Clay St. was last seen on November 12. He is described as black male, approximately 6’ feet tall weighing 150 lbs. He has been known to frequent...
Local Students, Officials Voice Opposition to Greenbush Commuter Rail Cuts
The COVID-19 pandemic means more people are working from home and as a result, public transportation into Boston took a ridership hit. With the MBTA threatening to cut service, regular commuters, including students, voiced their concerns. A loud, public rally at...
Friendly Caller Program Helps Battle Pandemic Isolation
Feeling lonely or isolated? Could you or someone you know benefit from a friendly check-in? If so, the Friendly Caller Program is for you. Sign up today.
Two US Marshals Shot, Fugitive Killed in Bronx Gunfight
Two US marshals shot, fugitive killed in Bronx gunfight. NEW YORK (AP) — A suspect in the shooting of a state trooper in Massachusetts has been killed during a shootout with U.S. marshals in New York City that left two of the officers wounded. Federal law enforcement...
Plymouth: Selectman Cavacco Questions Legality of Town Manager’s Undercover Surveillance of Emails
In Plymouth, Selectman Betty Cavacco responds to Town Manager Melissa Arrighi’s justification for secretly monitoring her emails. This undercover observation was put in place last summer by the Town Manager because she was concerned that the selectman was interfering...
Holiday Open House Toy Drive Today in Plymouth
Today the Plymouth Chamber of Commerce is hosting a holiday open house toy drive from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. at their office in Plymouth. Bring a unwrapped toy, enjoy hot cocoa and see Santa!
MBTA Official Meets with Old Colony Planning Counsel
An MBTA official met with the Old Colony Planning Counsel to provide information on how COVID-19 has affected the T and what cuts are being looked at. WATDs David Cedrone has the story: Ridership on the T has taken a huge hit during the pandemic and the MBTA is...
Duxbury: Percy Walker Pool Closed Due To COVID
Credit: Town of Duxbury Percy Walker Pool in Duxbury has been closed. The town’s Recreation Director Gordon Cushing says the Board of Health received notification on Thursday that an individual who was at the pool had tested positive for COVID-19. The individual was...
Beacon Hill: State Legislators Split on Police Reform Bill
The police reform bill was approved by the state Senate and House of Representatives, but with mixed results among South Shore legislators. On Tuesday, the bill was approved, 28-12, in the state Senate and 92-67 in the House, and now heads to Governor Charlie Baker...
Brockton: Mayor Discusses COVID Numbers, Special Ed Students
Credit: City Of Brockton Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the latest COVID numbers, hospital visitations, and when Special Education students may be returning to the classroom.
Marshfield: Construction Work Causes Delays Along Route 139
The Marshfield Police Department says a construction crew was working in front of 2002 Ocean Street, which caused heavy delays along Route 139. The crew, which was on scene since 8 a.m. Wednesday morning, was hooking up water to the new Veterans Home. Work was...
Plymouth: Emergency Bridge Joint Repairs Scheduled for Route 3
Emergency bridge joint repairs will be taking place on Route 3 over Samoset Street in Plymouth. The Mass Department of Transportation says the work is scheduled to take place Wednesday night from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Lane closures are expected for deck and joint repairs....
Capital Contract Saves Marshfield $1 Million
In Marshfield, the project for building a new police station and DPW facility has been awarded to a contractor for a million dollars less than the original estimated cost. Here is Marshfield Town Administrator speaking with Selectman Michael Bradley and Police Chief...
Braintree Mayor Gives COVID-19 Update
Braintree Mayor Charles Kokoros speaks with WATD's Christine James about COVID-19, a special Christmas, and remembering veterans.
Toys For Tots Holding ‘Stuff A Bus’ Event in Plymouth
Toys For Tots is once again collecting toys for children in need this holiday season but this year COVID-19 has created some challenges. As part of this effort Plymouth Firefighter Sean Page is organizing a “Stuff a Bus” event this weekend in Plymouth....
Man Charged With Attempted Armed Robbery At Quincy T Station
Credit: Mass. Sex Offender Registry Board A Boston man is accused of attempting to rob two girls at the Quincy Center station Friday night. MBTA Transit Police say that at approximately 7:11 p.m. they received a report of a robbery in the busway. Upon arrival officers...
Abington Celebrates with Community Holiday Lights Event
Abington is Lit will be a family friendly, safe event sure to brighten things up this holiday season.
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