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Crews Respond To 2-Alarm Fire In Braintree
Crews are on the scene of a two alarm fire in Braintree. Norfolk County Control identified the address as 316 Franklin St. Town officials say that traffic is being diverted in the area with the 5 Corners being impacted. Motorists are being asked to avoid the area and...
Zak Mertz from New England Wildlife Center Talks Avian Flu, Billington Sea Pond, and Tips for Animal Care and Safety
It was reported this week that around 60 birds were found to be deceased in the Billington Sea Pond area of Plymouth, and the suspected cause of death is avian flu. The WATD News team spoke with Plymouth Town Manager Derek Brindisi this week and you can listen to that...
Sweezey Discusses MBTA Zoning Bill
State Rep. Ken Sweezey speaks with WATD’s Christine James about a proposed bill that would make changes to the MBTA Zoning Law. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHgB-2RgaLs
Woman Testifies During Trial That Patriots Safety Jabrill Peppers Attacked Her
A woman testified Thursday that New England Patriots safety Jabrill Peppers grabbed her by the neck, slammed her against the wall and pushed her down the stairs after another man called her cellphone several times while they were in bed. She testified on the first day...
Brockton Mayor Discusses Cold Temperatures, ICE Raids, Ribbon Cutting
Brockton Mayor Discusses Cold Temperatures, ICE Raids, Ribbon Cutting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FecY1fiHd3M
South Shore Voc Tech Supt. Discusses Upcoming Building Vote
South Shore Regional Vocational Technical School Superintendent Tom Hickey speaks with WATD's Christine James about the upcoming vote on a new building. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ato6x-PrYXM
Foley Named U.S. Attorney For Massachusetts
The Commonwealth has a new U.S. Attorney. Acting Attorney General James McHenry has named Assistant U.S. Attorney Leah Belaire Foley as the United States Attorney for the District of Massachusetts. Foley has been a federal prosecutor for 23 years, first serving as an...
Plymouth Town Officials Investigating Potential Bird Flu Deaths
Plymouth Town Manager Derek Brindisi gave WATD News an update on the deceased birds that were found on Friday at Billington Sea Pond. State officials say the birds include Canada Geese, Swans, and other birds.
Historian Discusses Martin Luther King
Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian at the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his ties to Massachusetts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAzGBQzt5eo
Ye Olde WATD Ruler Takes First Measurement Of 2025
The South Shore experienced the first significant snowfall of 2025. So WATD's Dan McCready brought out Ye Olde WATD Ruler to get the official measurement. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWMXSun2d_U Camera Operator: Audrey Constant.
Plymouth School School Committee Member Vedna Heywood Remembers Martin Luther King
In Plymouth, Vedna Heywood is a third term School Committee Member, past Chairperson of the No Place for Hate Committee, a candidate for the Select Board in 2021—an election she lost in a very close vote. Professionally, she works as a surgical burn trauma nurse at...
Meet our Pet of the Week, Maddie
We need to find sweet Maddie a home, she has been waiting for her fur-ever home for awhile. Right now, Maddie is under the care of CARE Southcoast and she would do great in a busy home with other dogs and kids. She would also be a great companion to anyone who just...
The Morning Show: Monday, January 20th
Welcome to the Martin Luther King Day edition of “The South Shore’s Morning News”. Beth Foster is off today. She’ll be back tomorrow. Rob talks with National Geographic travel expert Annie Fitzsimmons at 7:10 about the new book: “100 Hotels of a Lifetime: The World’s...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, January 21st
Our technical confidante joins us for Tech Talk at 8:11! David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, keeps us informed on all things computing.www.actsmartit.com Every Tuesday we talk with the South Shore Chamber of Commerce. We are joined by the new President &...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, January 22nd
Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in at 7:41. www.plymouthchamber.com At 9:11. Alexandra Slater, “The Hingham Housewife”, joins us every week at this time to answer your questions or provide advice. You can submit your...
The Morning Show: Thursday, January 23rd
At 8:11. Bob Terravecchia, Chairman and CEO from Coastal Heritage Bank, stops by for his weekly conversation. www.coastalheritagebank.com Time to check in with Liza “Goldie” Churchill for another edition of “Goldie Bounce Golf” at 8:41. It’s our weekly “Living &...
The Morning Show: Friday, January 24th
At 7:11, It’s “Name that Tune” with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic. Steven picks out some great tunes and you must be the first caller to guess the correct tune. www.plymouthphil.org Feel Good Friday with Attorney Mark Stiles from Stiles Law each...
Martin Luther King Day Events On The South Shore
The South Shore will be joining the nation in celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Day this weekend. There are many events planned. Plymouth No Place for Hate is hosting a weekend of events. It begins Friday at seven p.m. with a screening of “I am MLK Junior” at...
Creed Analyzes State of the Commonwealth Address
WATD Political Analyst John Creed speaks with WATD's Christine James about Governor Maura Healey's State of the Commonwealth Address. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bj7ZmJMYwqk
A Look at the 106th Anniversary Great Molasses Flood
Retired Plymouth elementary school teacher Nancy Franks talks with WATD's David Cedrone about the 106th anniversary of the Great Molasses Flood. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxTYgyjObf4
Plymouth DA Discusses Human Trafficking
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz speaks with WATD's Christine James about human trafficking. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HA17w0Nr_4c
East Bridgewater Man Charged With Sending Obscene Materials To A Minor
A man is facing charges after he allegedly sent obscene materials to a minor. East Bridgewater Police say that on October 31 a School Resource Officer began investigating lewd messages sent through Snapchat to a juvenile female student. An investigation, which...
Brockton Mayor Discusses Cold Temperatures, Homeless Override, New Instruments
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the ongoing cold temperatures, the City Council's override of his veto of an ordinance regarding the homeless, and recently acquired instruments. https://youtu.be/gHdU4uCxr30
Plymouth First Responders Discuss the 911 Communications Center
Plymouth County Sheriff Joe McDonald, Plymouth Fire Chief Neil Foley, and Plymouth Police Chief Dana Flynn speak with WATD's Christine James about the town's 911 Emergency Communications Center. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=By9j7lTbAcA
Teen Girl Injured In Easton Shooting
An investigation is underway following a shooting in Easton. Police Chief Keith Boone says that at approximately 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, they responded to a 911 call reporting a shooting at an apartment complex on Robert Dr. Officers arrived on scene to find a teenage...
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