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Tuesday, April 14, 2020
Planetary Scientist Jim Bell joins us to discuss his new book Hubble Legacy: 30 Years of Discoveries and Images. At 8:10 a.m. we'll check in with David Snell from ACTSmart I.T. for the latest in tech trends and news. Planetary Scientist Jim Bell joins us at 8:41 a.m....
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Medium Moment every Wednesday with Leslie Irene Kane, 4th generation medium. We chat with Leslie at 9:22 a.m. each Wednesday, sponsored by Studio G in Plymouth.
Thursday, April 16, 2020
Walks, family talk, finance updates, a book about Ingredients and more during on the Thursday edition of The South Shore's Morning News. John Galluzzo is back! Have you heard? He's kicking off our South Shore Walks of the Week this month and he joins us Thursdays at...
Friday, April 17, 2020
More updates and stories from around the South Shore. We're all in this together!
Boston: COVID-19 Deaths Rise to 433; State to Collect Data on Race
COVID-19 deaths rise to 433; state to collect data on race BOSTON (AP) — The number of people in Massachusetts who have died from COVID-19 rose to 433 Wednesday, an increase of 77. Massachusetts is beginning to collect information on the race and ethnicity of those...
US: Sanders Drops 2020 Bid, Leaving Biden as Likely Nominee
Sanders drops 2020 bid, leaving Biden as likely nominee WASHINGTON (AP) — Bernie Sanders, who saw his once strong lead in the Democratic primary evaporate as the party’s establishment lined swiftly up behind rival Joe Biden, has ended his presidential bid. His...
Say hello to Cooper!
**UPDATE: Cooper has been adopted! Yay, Cooper! Cooper is currently in a foster home and is hoping to find an adoptive home very soon. Cooper is an adorable mixed breed dog who is about a year old. This handsome guy was originally brought up from the south and adopted...
Rockland: Tip Leads Police to Vehicle Possibly Involved in Hit-and-Run
Rockland Police have been investigating a hit-and-run crash that left a man with life-threatening injuries. Police Chief John Llewellyn says a tip led them to a vehicle they believe is connected to that incident. Saturday night, a 43-year-old Rockland man was struck...
Braintree: Residents Given Additional Time to Pay Local Taxes
Braintree residents will now have additional time to pay local taxes due to COVID-19. Mayor Charles Kokoros says the town is extending the due date for several categories of tax and other town bills in response to the Act to Address Challenges Faced by Municipalities...
Kingston: Whitman Man Facing OUI Charges after Crash
A Whitman man is facing OUI charges after a serious crash in Kingston. Police say around 1 p.m. Friday, police and fire responded to a motor vehicle crash in front of the Police Station. Multiple people were transported to the hospital. An investigation was conducted...
Kingston: Duxbury Man Accused of Spitting on Produce at Stop and Shop
A 65-year-old man from Duxbury was arrested for allegedly spitting on produce at a Kingston Stop & Shop. Kingston Police say they responded to the store at 160 Summer Street just before noon Saturday. The investigation is ongoing, but police say the unidentified...
Rockland: Police Investigating Serious Hit-and-Run Crash
A 43-year-old Rockland man was MedFlighted to a Boston hospital after he was struck by a vehicle near Market and Howard Street in Rockland on Saturday. Rockland Police Lieutenant Nicholas Zeoli says this is being investigated as a hit-and-run crash, the suspect...
Monday, April 6, 2020
Monday. Here we are. We hope you are doing well and staying healthy. We love you, South Shore. We'll check in with Diane Jordan from Natural Body Works in Kingston for More Comfort Mondays at 7:45 a.m. And at 8:10 a.m. Beth Mills, Founder, FLAG: Front Line...
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
It's time to check in with David Snell from ACTSmart I.T. in Pembroke for our Tuesday Tech Talk at 8:11 a.m. It's our chance to connect with David on the latest tech news, trends and traps that we want to avoid. Scammers be scamming, 24/7/365 and David helps keep us...
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Today we chat with author and New York Times contributor Sophie Egan about her new book How to be a Conscious Eater: Making Food Choices that are Good for You, Others, and the Planet. We'll chat with Sophie at 8:41 a.m. today. https://www.sophieegan.com/ Each...
Thursday, April 9, 2020
Thursday's line-up features our familiar friends and the return of one of our dearest: John Galluzzo's walk of the week is back at 6:56 a.m. John teaches us about the many walkable trails across the South Shore and gives us the latest updates on nature and animal...
Friday, April 10, 2020
It's Friday. Today at 9:10 a.m. we'll be chatting with Michael Carr of Plymouth Bay Winery - another great local business down in Plymouth. https://www.plymouthbaywinery.com/
Marshfield: Due to COVID-19, Selectmen Order Closure of Beach Lots
The Marshfield Board of Selectmen voted unanimously to close the parking lots to beaches in town. The Selectmen called an emergency meeting after Governor Charlie Baker’s order that state beach parking lots be closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Marshfield...
Duxbury: Town Closes Beach Parking Lots & 4WD Access
Press Release from Town Manager Rene Read: “Due to the COVID-19 public health crisis, Duxbury Beach, all beach-related parking areas and vehicular and pedestrian access to the Powder Point Bridge are closed to the public effective immediately, until further notice....
Salutations to Sylvester!
Sylvestor has been waiting a while for the right home! At about 7-years-old, this handsome orange guy has dealt with some very painful dental issues. Our friends at Scituate Animal Shelter tell us he is now feeling better thanks to the dental work that was done....
Meet cute Gary, currently residing at the Marshfield Animal Shelter
Say hello to Gary! Gary is a former stray, neutered male about 3 to 5 years old. He’s currently residing with our Friends of the Marshfield Animal Shelter. Gary is very social and confident and loves to stroll around the cat room visiting the other cats. Gary also...
South Shore: Covid -19 Concerns Causing Cancellations Across The South Shore
The following is a list of cancellations that were reported to WATD as of 3/18/20 at 11:00 AM: Governor Baker has closed all public and private schools until April 6th, banned public gatherings of 25 people or more and banned bars and restaurants from serving food and...
Meet Teddy!
3/16/20: Teddy is Still Available for Adoption. Meet Teddy! Teddy is a sweet and loving 7-year-old pup who loves to sit on your lap, snuggle on the couch, and go for long walks! He is very playful and loves his squeaky toys, even after he brakes the squeaker! Our...
Weymouth: ‘Greatest Generation’ WWII Pilot Laid to Rest this Week
Frank Tedesco, a U.S. Army Air Corps World War II pilot, was laid to rest this week. He left quite a legacy behind, WATD's Christine James files the story: WATD Reporter Steve Dodrill with Frank Tedesco
DXFD has responded to a couple #wind #weather related calls in the last hour including this large tree into a house on Harrison St.
Thankfully no injuries. Please call 911 if you see any power lines down. #DXFD
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