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Post-Holiday Travel Tips
by Tom Gorman | Dec 25, 2025 | News
The post-Christmas rush is underway. AAA's Mark Shieldrop has some tips to help make your return home a bit easier. https://youtu.be/VPeQjtmKs98
TIC’s Donation Appeal
by Tom Gorman | Dec 25, 2025 | News
The Talking Information Center\s Jacqueline Porro speaks with WATD's Christine James about the TIC's mission, it's programs, and an appeal for donations. https://youtu.be/znB8sVgk7xk
Anthony Sammarco Discusses Local Christmas Traditions
by Dan McCready | Dec 24, 2025 | News
Anthony Sammarco, author of "Christmas Traditions in Boston," speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about local holiday customs. https://youtu.be/YXbRPL6rdUs America Through Time Anthony Sammarco Book Looks At History of Christmas Tree Shops
Man Charged with Animal Cruelty
by Tom Gorman | Dec 23, 2025 | News
A 27-year-old Taunton man was arraigned in Brockton District Court Tuesday on animal cruelty charges, in connection with what was referred to by a rescue organization as “one of the worst starvation cases they had ever seen.” Devin Preeper was released on personal...
Quincy’s Wreaths Across America
by Tom Gorman | Dec 22, 2025 | News
Quincy was among the communities participating in the national Wreaths Across America where veterans' graves were decorated with wreaths. https://youtu.be/1RWxjGQHdw4 Norfolk Sheriff Discusses Coat Drive, Package Thefts Milton Menorah Lighting
A Busy Holiday Season For Travelers
by Dan McCready | Dec 22, 2025 | News
AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop gives WATD's Dan McCready an overview of the holiday travel season. https://youtu.be/G0fn-vSnKf4 AAA Northeast Norfolk Co. Sheriff Discusses Coat Drive, Package Thefts
Meet our Pet of the Week, Elsa
by Rob Hakala | Dec 22, 2025 | Pet of the Week
We are so excited for you to meet our Pet of the Week: Elsa! She is so full of love and is looking for an amazing forever home for 2026. Elsa is about 4 years old and weighs in at 14 pounds of pure fluff and love. She’s a throwback style Pomeranian, which...
Marshfield Override Election Set
by Tom Gorman | Dec 19, 2025 | News
Absentee voting begins Monday in Marshfield ahead of a special override election seeking funding to replace the Martinson Elementary School roof. The override election has been scheduled for January 10th. Officials say the school roof is in need of immediate...
Scully Analyzes Walshe Trial
by Dan McCready | Dec 19, 2025 | News
Defense Attorney Liam Scully, of the law firm Scully & Lagos, speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the outcome of the Brian Walshe Murder Trial. https://youtu.be/l5T4_6hD2nc Scully & Lagos Walshe Found Guilty of Murdering His Wife
Softening a No Without Losing Yourself
by Francesca Luca | Dec 19, 2025 | The South Shore's Morning News
Why are you so afraid to just say no? How much explaining do you do so you won't feel uncomfortable? A lot of people don’t actually say no. They negotiate. They soften. They redirect. They make it about someone else’s comfort so they don’t have to sit in their own...
Sullivan Discusses Recount, Walking Dead
by Dan McCready | Dec 18, 2025 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the recently concluded recount, filming in the city, and other topics. https://youtu.be/Jw-LvRu6pCI Brockton Election Recount Completed City of Brockton
Calling All Holiday Ugly Sweaters!
by Francesca Luca | Dec 18, 2025 | The South Shore's Morning News
Time’s ticking! Enter your ugly holiday sweater by Dec. 31 for your shot at $250 of glow-up glory! To enter the Love Bites Ugliest Holiday Sweater Contest on 95.9 South Shore Morning News DM me or send me an email at info@talkwithfrancesca.com A huge thank you to Nic...
Man Arrested for Breaking into Hingham Senior Apartments
by Tom Gorman | Dec 18, 2025 | News
Hingham police arrested a man they say broke into the Linden Ponds senior living complex, stealing a credit card, and using it to make purchases. Twenty-eight-year-old Kevaughn Fagan, of eleven Castle Green in Marshfield, is charged with larceny over...
Norfolk Co. Sheriff Discusses Coat Drive, Package Thefts
by Dan McCready | Dec 18, 2025 | News
Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick McDermott speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about an upcoming winter coat drive and the ongoing problem of package thefts, especially during the holiday season. https://youtu.be/5ToN631qEUo Sheriff Discusses Conditions For ICE Detainees...
Sheriff Discusses Conditions For ICE Detainees
by Christine James | Dec 17, 2025 | News
Plymouth County Sheriff Joseph McDonald speaks with WATD's Christine James about the conditions for ICE Detainees housed at the Plymouth County Correctional Facility. https://youtu.be/9s70rCGtH3o Plymouth Co. Sheriff Discusses Department’s Role With ICE Plymouth...
Marshfield Fire Chief Provides Gas Odor Update
by Christine James | Dec 17, 2025 | News
Marshfield Fire Chief Michael LaSelva gives WATD's Christine James an update on the gas odor that was reported in town on Wednesday. https://youtu.be/VdN_M3rBLJw Marshfield Fire Department East Bridgewater Man Dies in Crash
TIC To Air Holiday Play From The Whistler Series
by Dan McCready | Dec 17, 2025 | News
Jacqueline Porro, the Executive Director of the Talking Information Center, speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about their holiday radio play "Three Wise Guys," based on an episode from "The Whistler." https://youtu.be/Xg0YE8or7ns “Three Wise Guys” will air Thursday...
The Seven-Year Itch: When “Nothing’s Wrong” Still Feels Wrong
by Francesca Luca | Dec 17, 2025 | The South Shore's Morning News
You’ve probably heard the phrase “the seven-year itch.” It’s often tossed around casually, but it points to something very real. The seven-year itch refers to a period often somewhere between 5 and 10 years into a long-term relationship or marriage when many couples...
Norfolk County Sheriff Discusses Phone Scams, Holiday Toy Drive
by Tom Gorman | Dec 16, 2025 | News
Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick McDermott discusses with WATD's Dan McCready about phone scams and a holiday toy drive. https://youtu.be/a-g2YwSShdo Hingham Resident Victim of Grandparent Scam Music is Still Part of Sheriff McDermott's Life
East Bridgewater Man Dies in Crash
by Tom Gorman | Dec 16, 2025 | News
A man died in a two-car crash early Tuesday in East Bridgewater. Police Chief Michael Jenkins and Fire Chief John Dzialo said that the crash happened just before 7 a.m. at the intersection of Plymouth and Bridge streets. The driver of one vehicle, an 86-year-old man...
WATD to Present Fourth Annual Bill Wilhelm Award
by Quinn Kelly | Dec 16, 2025 | Sports News, Station News
With the high school season at a close, the WATD Sports Department is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Bill Wilhelm Award. On Sunday, December 21, an initial list of 10 semifinalists for the award will be announced during the Sports Exchange, airing from 5 to 7 p.m....
Juvenile Arrested For Canton Shooting
by Dan McCready | Dec 16, 2025 | News
An arrest has been made in connection with a shooting that occurred Monday night. Canton Police say the shooting took place just before 6:45 p.m. in a parking lot on Turnpike St. near Stagecoach Rd. Officers arrived on scene to find a woman in her 20’s with gunshot...
Plymouth County Home Prices, Historical Documents Discussed
by Tom Gorman | Dec 15, 2025 | News
Plymouth County Register of Deeds John Buckley speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about home prices, mortgages, foreclosures, and historical documents. https://youtu.be/BokMfRARhvo Lee Hartman Retires From Plymouth Planning Board Rep. Sweezey Speaks About Service Dogs
Man Held for Quincy Murder
by Tom Gorman | Dec 15, 2025 | News
A Quincy man is facing charges after allegedly stabbing his girlfriend to death. Thirty-four-year-old Guiovani Garcia Chagollan was ordered held without bail yesterday (Monday) after pleading not guilty to first degree murder at his arraignment in his bed at Boston...
Walshe Found Guilty of Murdering His Wife
by Tom Gorman | Dec 15, 2025 | News
Brian Walshe has been found guilty of murdering his wife. A Norfolk Superior Court jury handed down the verdict Monday morning after deliberating just six hours Friday afternoon and Monday morning. Authorities say that Walshe killed his wife, Ana Walshe, in their...
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