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Duxbury: Selectmen Discuss Budget and Potential Layoffs
The town of Duxbury is discussing their budget and how the COVID-19 pandemic has forced them to take a look at some potential lay-offs and cuts. WATD's David Cedrone has the story: The board of selectmen discussed the FY 2022 budget for each town...
Plymouth: Schools Superintendent Announces His Retirement Begins Next Week
In Plymouth, the Superintendent of Schools Dr. Gary Maestas tells the School Committee that his retirement begins next week. Maestas started serving Plymouth schools 21 years ago, and for the last 12 years has lead the district. WATD’s Bobbi Clark has the story:...
WATD Studios: Candidates for the State Rep. in the 5th District Square Off in Live Political Forum
(Photo Credit: Incumbent Rep. Dave Decoste and Challenger Emmanuel Dockter on Facebook) Democrat Emmanuel Dockter is challenging incumbent Republican Dave DeCoste for the Massachusetts House Seat, 5th District, serving Hanover, Norwell, and Rockland. In a political...
Marshfield: Celebrity Chef Stephen Coe Discusses Recent Food Network Win and His Work with Local Non-Profits
WATD's Christine James speaks with celebrity chef Stephen Coe about his recent win on the Food Network's "Beat Bobby Flay" and his work for local non-profits. www.facebook.com/chefstephencoe/ Tune-in next Friday for a live cooking show with Stephen Coe to benefit The...
Brockton: Residents Rescue Man from Two-Alarm Fire
The Brockton Fire Department says there were no injuries after a two-alarm fire at the St. Casimir Convent recovery home. Two residents helped another man out of a second-floor window when the fire broke out around 10:30 a.m. on Monday. Mario Carter and Mark Sullivan...
Halifax: Town Meeting Continues on Thursday at Kingston Collection
Halifax kicked off its Special and Annual Town Meeting on Saturday. Town Administrator Charlie Seelig tells WATD News that some of those articles generated a fair amount of debate and discussion. Seelig says that COVID-19 safety protocols were...
Cohasset: Route 3A South Closed Due to Crash Involving Large Fuel Spill
Kingston: Two-Alarm Fire on Main Street Early Monday Morning
Photo Credit: Duxbury Fire PIO Twitter Feed Crews were called to the scene of house fire in Kingston. Fire officials tell WATD News that at around 1:15 a.m. Monday they received a report of a fire at 218 Main St. Upon arrival crews saw a fire in a second floor...
MA: Rep. Patrick Kearney Discusses State Guidance in School Re-Opening Plans
WATD's Dan McCready speaks with State Representative Patrick Kearney about state guidance as schools reopen.
Marshfield: WATD Hosting Political Forum for 5th Plymouth State Representative Race
Join us Monday night for a WATD political forum from 7 to 8 p.m. This Election race is for the 5th Plymouth District, which includes Norwell, Hanover, and Rockland. Incumbent Republican State Representative Dave DeCoste is facing a challenge from Democrat Emmanuel...
Brockton: Two Men Indicted on Gun and Drug Charges after COVID-19 Releases
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz says two defendants who filed COVID-19 motions for release have been indicted on gun and drug charges. Cruz says 44-year-old Michael Idhe of Brockton was indicted last week on Trafficking Methamphetamine, over 200 grams. Idhe...
Hingham: Scituate Man Arrested on Repeat Drunk Driving Charges
Hingham Police say a Scituate man was arrested on repeat drunk driving charges after a daytime traffic stop. David McLean, 43, was charged with OUI Alcohol (Third Offense), Negligent Operation, Failure to Stop for Police, a Marked Lanes Violation, and a Stop Sign...
Quincy: Police Seeking Information after Fatal Stabbing
Authorities are appealing to the public for information after a fatal stabbing in Quincy. The Norfolk District Attorney’s office said Saturday that 24-year-old Cameron Nohmy died after being stabbed in a parking lot in the city’s Wollaston section at about 10:45 p.m....
Quincy: No Injuries Reported after Three-Alarm Fire
No injuries were reported after a three-alarm fire in Quincy. The Fire Department responded to a multi-family home at 7 Roselin Ave. around 4 p.m. Saturday. At one point, all crews were ordered out of the building. The fire was knocked down in about an hour. The Red...
Handsome Heathcliff needs a home!
Meet Heathcliff, a handsome, fluffy 4-year-old who was found stray. He will wind around you in a greeting then settle next to you for a cat nap. Healthcliff's favorite things are chin scratches, string toys and catnip. While extremely social, he will communicate his...
Plymouth: Remembering Where You Were on 9/11
In Plymouth, for today’s generation the coordinated terrorist attack on September 11, 2001 is perhaps simply a chapter in a history book. But for others it’s marked by where they were and how they felt, Selectmen Dick Quintal is on of those. WATD’s Bobbi Clark has...
Weymouth: Equipment Problem at Compressor Station Today
There was an equipment issue at the Weymouth Compressor station today (9/11/20). Max Bergeron, a spokesman for station owner Enbridge tells WATD News that at approximately 9 a.m. Friday they experienced an issue with a piece of equipment. He says personnel on site...
The Morning Show – Monday, September 14, 2020
Welcome to Monday! It's the middle of September! We'll check in with Diane Jordan of Natural Body Works in Kingston for More Comfort Mondays at 7:45 a.m. this morning. And a special check in with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic at 8:41 a.m. today...
The Morning Show – Tuesday, September 15, 2020
Do you love coffee? Do you love dogs? If that's a yes times two than you'll want to tune into our Paws n Claws interview at 9:22 a.m. when we speak with Jordan Karcher, founder of Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co.! Purchasing their coffee helps supports canines in need...
The Morning Show – Wednesday, September 16, 2020
We're looking forward to checking in with our friends at Bridgewater State University today at 8:10 a.m. to talk about the start of the fall semester! But first, retired firefighter Bill Arienti has written a new book and he joins us at 7:10 a.m. to tell us all about...
The Morning Show – Thursday, September 17, 2020
Time to gather with our friends today: John Galluzzo's walk of the week at 6:56 a.m., Tim Cahill from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce at 7:41 a.m., Growing Together with Bob Terravecchia from Coastal Heritage Bank at 8:10 a.m. and Liza Churchill, our golf reporter, at...
The Morning Show – Friday, September 18, 2020
Time to play Name That Tune - the classical edition - with Steven from the Plymouth Phil! Every Friday at 7:11 a.m. Steven tests your classical music knowledge and you should join in the fun! And at 9:11 a.m. it's Feel Good Friday time with Mark Stiles of Stiles Law....
Plympton: Ceremony Held in Remembrance of 9/11
The Plympton Police and Fire Departments held a ceremony in remembrance of 9/11. Nineteen years after the terrorist attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people, a remembrance ceremony was held in front of Town Hall. Fire Chief Steve Silva said some people focus on the...
Plymouth: Remembrance Ceremony Held at 9/11 Memorial in Town
In Plymouth today, at the site of the 9/11 memorial, a ceremony took place in remembrance of the single deadliest terror attack in history, an attack resulting in almost 3,000 fatalities WATD’s Bobbi Clark files this report: An assembly of police and...
Brockton: Mayor Sullivan Discusses Naming of New Board of Health Director
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the latest health numbers and the naming of a new Board of Health Director.
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