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WATD: Live Political Forum Tonight with Incumbent State Senator Mike Brady and Challenger Brockton City Council President, Moises Rodrigues
Join us tonight (Monday) for a WATD political forum from 7 to 8 p.m. This Primary Election race is for the 2nd Plymouth and Bristol District, which includes the city of Brockton, Halifax, Hanson, Hanover, Plympton, Whitman, and parts of East Bridgewater and Easton....
Scituate: Water Main Break, Officials Say Service Disruption for Next 6 to 8 Hours
Crews are responding to a water main break in Scituate. Town officials say the break took place in the area of Jericho Rd. and Beacon Rd. and is expected to disrupt service in the area for the next 6 to 8 hours. Residents are being urged to take necessary...
Plymouth: Under Remote Learning Plan Students Will Not Be Taught by Plymouth Teachers
In Plymouth, over 7,000 students return to school next month under a hybrid model that allows students to attend class on alternating days, but those who choose a remote platform will not be taught by Plymouth teachers, this according a plan approved by the School...
Mack the Lionhead Rabbit is Ready To Hop into Your Home
Our pet of the week this week is a Lionhead rabbit and boy is he cute! With that adorable mane, Mack, the beautiful and robust Lionhead rabbit is in need of a special owner. Our friends at Scituate Animal Shelter say he is funny and dog like and he will follow you...
Brockton: Five Men Shot, Woman Stabbed Outside Laureston Street Party
Brockton Police are investigating after five men were injured in a shooting, and a woman was stabbed outside of a party on Laureston Street. Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz says State Police detectives and Brockton Police are investigating the incidents...
The Morning Show – Mon., Aug. 10, 2020
The Mayflower II arrives home today! We'll keep you updated throughout the day on her journey home. Follow https://plimoth.org/ for more! Time for More Comfort Mondays at 7:45 with Diane Jordan from Natural Body Works in Kingston. Diane's goal is pretty clear -...
The Morning Show – Tues., Aug. 11, 2020
During our Paws n Claws segment at 9:22 a.m. we'll check in with Kristen Clancy, Co-Founder and Director of the South Shore Pet Food Pantry to find out how they've adapted through the pandemic. https://www.southshorepetfoodpantry.com/ We'll check in with David Snell...
The Morning Show – Wed., Aug., 12, 2020
It's Wednesday. Amy Naples from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce fills us in on business life in the Plymouth area. We'll chat with Amy at 7:40 a.m. Have you been going through your files while you've been spending more time at home? Are you under a mountain of...
Brockton: Mayor Sullivan Discusses Plans for Upcoming School Year
WATD's Dan McCready speaks with Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan about the latest COVID numbers in the city and plans for the upcoming school year.
The Morning Show – Thurs., Aug.13, 2020
Stepping off at 6:56 a.m. with John Galluzzo for our South Shore Walk of the Week. Missed a week? Catch up with John's podcast! From the Quincy Chamber, Tim Cahill joins us at 7:40 a.m. to talk about life in Quincy. At 8:10 a.m. Bob Terravecchia from Coastal Heritage...
Duxbury: Ten Families Displace Following Two-Alarm Fire
Ten families were displaced following a two alarm fire in Duxbury. Fire Captain Rob Reardon tells WATD News that they received a report of an alarm shortly after 10:30 a.m. Thursday at an apartment complex at 37 Kingstown Way. While en route crews were informed that...
The Morning Show – Fri. Aug 14, 2020
FRI-YAY! You have another chance to test your classical music knowledge with Steven from the Plymouth Phil today at 7:11 a.m. during our Name That Tune segment! You could also win a cool prize! Are we programmed in your cell phone yet? You can reach the studio at...
Halifax: Residents Oppose Zoning Changes at Planning Board Hearing
The Halifax Planning Board held a hearing on proposed zoning changes for multi-family homes and marijuana dispensaries in town. The meeting was held at the Elementary School multi-purpose room but due to COVID-19, no more than 25 people were allowed to attend....
Pembroke: Police Chief Rick Wall to Retire in September
After three decades serving the Town of Pembroke, Police Chief Rick Wall has announced his retirement. Wall told the Select Board he will be retiring on September 19th. “I’ve thought about this for a long time, it’s probably been in the works for two years. Over the...
Hanover: Open Forum School Committee Meeting Aims to Answer School Reopening Questions
The Hanover School Committee met this week to discuss the plan to reopen schools come September. Like many communities they presented a model of both virtual and in person learning. Hanover’s School Superintendent Matthew Ferron says the school committee will meet...
Plymouth: Final Stages of Mayflower II’s Homecoming Voyage Underway
Press Release & Photo Credit: Plimoth Plantation WATD will be broadcasting LIVE throughout the day today (Monday) as we welcome the Mayflower II back home to Plymouth harbor. Final Stages of MAYFLOWER II’s Homecoming Voyage Underway Plimoth Plantation’s fully...
Scituate: Driver Facing Charges for Crash that Killed Bicyclist on Rt. 3A
The 94-year-old driver that struck and killed a Marshfield man riding a bike on 3A in Scituate is facing charges in the crash. Louis Bournazos, of Marshfield is facing one count each of motor vehicle homicide by negligent operation, negligent operation of a motor...
Plymouth: Virtual Town Meeting Preview Cut Short Due to Power Outage
A virtual Town meeting preview In Plymouth was cut short Tuesday night due to a power outage. Town Moderator Steven Trifletti tells WATD News that the preview was to help prepare for the Virtual Town Meeting but town-wide power outages made that too...
Norwell: Town Experienced Multiple Power Outages Due to Storm
Lights are coming back on in Norwell after Tropical Storm Isaias rolls through the area. Fire Chief Jeff Simpson tells WATD News that the storm brought down numerous trees across town. He also says crews were able to handle issues that...
Plymouth: Senator Moran Helps Secure Economic Recovery Funds for the Town
In Plymouth, Senator Susan Moran and State Representative Matt Muratore secure $150,000 for economic recovery assistance. Bobbi Clark has more: Senator Moran is concerned about job loss: “So, with respect to the economic recovery funds, we’re looking at coming...
Hingham: Police Chief Glenn Olsson Retires, Selectmen Discuss Flag Policy
Hingham Police Chief Glenn Olsson Retires and Selectmen Discuss Flag Policy. The town of Hingham has a new Police Chief after 40-year veteran Police Chief Glenn Olsson retired abruptly amid the current “thin blue line flag” controversy. Deputy Police Chief David Jones...
Weymouth: High School In-Person Graduation Cancelled
Weymouth High School won’t be holding an in-person graduation ceremony this year. Superintendent Jennifer Curtis-Whipple and High School Principal Alan Strauss announced Tuesday that that the graduation ceremony scheduled for Friday has been canceled due to...
MA: COVID-19 Cases Ticking Up and RI Visitors Face Quarantine Order
Photo Credit: Mass.gov COVID-19 cases ticking up; RI visitors face quarantine order. BOSTON (AP) — The number of new COVID-19 cases has ticked up in Massachusetts. On Tuesday, the state reported more than 540 new confirmed and probable cases. Rhode Island has been...
Rockland: ZBA Hears Plans for 40-Home Development off Concord Street
In Rockland, initial plans for a 40-home development were presented to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The ZBA heard conceptual plans for the Concord Meadows development, which includes 40 single-family homes off 365 Concord Street. The total property is 21.3 acres, with...
MA: Travelers Face Restrictions and 3 Nursing Homes Get Warnings
Travelers face restrictions; 3 nursing homes get warnings. BOSTON (AP) — Thousands of travelers to Massachusetts have begun filling out forms required to help combat the spread of the coronavirus. On Saturday, the state began requiring visitors to comply with a new...
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