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WATD Production Director Honored with Two First Place Sound Bites 2020 Awards
WATD's Production Director, Kevin Chase honored with two first place, MBA Sound Bites 2020 awards for Station Promo and Commercial Campaign.
South Shore: MBTA Riders Hoping for Compromise, Rather than Service Cuts
The MBTA held a virtual outreach meeting to get feedback from South Shore residents on plans to eliminate or reduce services due to low ridership. More than 400 people joined the meeting, which included testimony from legislators, commuters, and residents. Many are...
WATD Honored with Award for Station of the Year
The Massachusetts Broadcasters Association has honored WATD with a Sound Bites 2020 award for Station of the Year!
Monday Night Talk on WATD Wins Sound Bite Award
The #WeAreBroadcasters award focuses on the best examples of localism from Mass Broadcasters Association member stations. Monday Night Talk with Kevin Tocci won the merit award for his interview with the PathFOUNDERS, Women of Plymouth.
Plymouth: Tourism Down About 60% But P&B Bus Plans to Resume Post COVID
In Plymouth, one of the casualties of the pandemic is the loss of transportation provided by the Plymouth-Brockton bus, service was suspended in March.This issue was raised at a recent Select Board meeting. Lea Filson, of See Plymouth told the Board about her contact...
Looking for a cat full of Catitude? Easter is your girl!
Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts tells us Easter the cat is about 11 years old and she's a sassy senior who is still full of spunk. She enjoys some human company, but likes her independence, too. Give the shelter a call at 508-586-2053 between...
Hyannis: State Trooper Shot in the Hand Remains in the Hospital
The Trooper wounded in Friday night’s shooting remains at Massachusetts General Hospital. The investigation into the identity of the suspect or suspects who shot him is ongoing. The 28-year-old Trooper suffered a serious gunshot wound to his right hand. The round went...
Hingham: Two Police Officers Injured in Altercation with Man
Two Hingham Police Officers were injured Thursday after being attacked by a man who refused to leave a job site. The man and two Officers were transported to the hospital. All were treated and released. The man was arrested and faces several charges. On Thursday,...
Hingham: Special Town Meeting Approves $5.5 million Purchase for Potential Public Safety Complex
A Special Town Meeting was held in Hingham to consider a $5.5 million-dollar purchase of land for a potential public safety complex. Nearly 500 residents cast their vote at the Special Town Meeting, which was held outdoors at the Hingham High School. The purchase of...
Randolph: Car Struck With Bullets
Credit: Randolph Police Facebook Page Randolph Police are investigating a shooting that took place Thursday night. Chief William Pace says that shortly before 7:30 p.m. they received multiple reports of shots fired in the area of Perly Evans Dr. and Hemlock Terr. and...
The Morning Show: Monday, November 23, 2020
What does it mean to you to be grateful? How can we ensure we start each day in the proper mindset to really make the most of our day? At 8:40 we'll chat with Kristi Nelson, the founder of A Network for Grateful Living about her new book Wake Up Grateful: The...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, November 24, 2020
The Mass Audubon wants you to get outside! Their Hike- A-Thon is this weekend and we'll learn all about it at 7:10. Tuesdays are for Tech Talk. We'll chat with David Snell from ACTSmart I.T. in Pembroke at 8:11 today. And at 8:41 we'll check in with Peter Forman from...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, November 25, 2020
It's time for our annual Thanksgiving poll on The South Shore's Morning News! We'll open the phone lines, our emails and social channels to ask you about what your Thanksgiving plate will look like. We'll ask the question on our Facebook page too:...
The Morning Show: Thursday, November 26, 2020
Happy Thanksgiving, from our family to yours.
The Morning Show: Friday, November 27, 2020
Welcome to Friday! 7:11 is our time to connect with Steven Karidoyanes for Name That Tune. Steven curates two classical music selections and the first person to call in that can identify the first song will win a gift card! And at 9:11 we chat with Mark Stiles of...
Marshfield: Town Closes Rink and Skate Park
Credit: Marshfield Hockey Twitter Feed The Town of Marshfield has closed the Skate Park and Adam Keeler Street Hockey Rink. Town Administrator Michael Maresco made the announcement on Friday saying that rising COVID numbers lead to this decision. Signage was put in...
Brockton: Alleged Driver In Deadly Crash Arrested
Credit: Brockton Police A Brockton man is being charged with leaving the scene of a crash that left a woman dead. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office says that 33-year-old Michael Blanche was arrested by Massachusetts State Police Troopers Thursday...
WATD: Almost Famous on WATD Wins Award for Recurring Segment in Radio
Massachusetts Broadcasters Association awards John Shea, host of Almost Famous on WATD, with a Sound Bites 2020 merit award for 'Recurring Segment.' Click below to listen to the Sound Bite that won the award.
Brockton: Mayor Discusses COVID, Thanksgiving, Failure Policy
Credit: City of Brockton Brockton Mayor Sullivan discusses the latest COVID Numbers, Thanksgiving plans, and the Automatic Failure Policy in the city's schools.
WATD: MA Broadcasters Award Christine James with Second Sound Bite Award
Massachusetts Broadcasters Association have awarded WATD’s New Director Christine James the top award for her feature story, 'Lady in the Dunes' Listen to report below, the first half of video is the merit winner, second half is the WATD Story:
US: Political Analyst Discusses Electoral College with WATD
Whether or not to abolish the electoral college has been an especially debated topic this election season. WATD News checked in with political analyst John Creed to get his thoughts on this issue.
MA: Gov. Baker Urges Cautious Thanksgiving
Baker urges cautious Thanksgiving; 47 new deaths reported on Wednesday. BOSTON (AP) — Gov. Charlie Baker is urging residents to refrain from gathering with extended family and friends during the Thanksgiving holiday. He said Wednesday that casual indoor gatherings are...
Washington: US Rep. Clark Elected to Democratic Leadership Post in House
US Rep. Clark elected to Democratic leadership post in House. BOSTON (AP) — U.S. Rep. Katherine Clark is continuing her climb through the ranks of the Democratic leadership on Capitol Hill. The 57-year-old Melrose Democrat was elected Wednesday to the position of...
Hull: Selectmen Adopt Single Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 21
The Hull Board of Selectmen unanimously voted to adopt a single tax rate, with no exemptions for residential or commercial. Town Accountant Mike Buckley says there’s a very small commercial base in town – 95.6 percent of the tax base is residential. “As far as the tax...
Kingston: Library May Lose State Accreditation
Kingston‘s library is taking a hard hit due to Covid-19 and is at risk for losing certification from the state. Library director Mike Slawson told the board he is down to nearly half his staff, the children’s librarian-head of youth services position was cut, there is...
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