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The Morning Show: Tuesday, July 22nd
by Beth Foster | Jul 20, 2025 | The South Shore's Morning News
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 South Shore Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Tim Cahill. Tim...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, July 23rd
by Beth Foster | Jul 20, 2025 | The South Shore's Morning News
Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in at 7:41. www.plymouthchamber.com New England author Justin Margadonna joins us at 8:11 to talk about his new book “Light After Winter”....
The Morning Show: Thursday, July 24th
by Beth Foster | Jul 20, 2025 | The South Shore's Morning News
Bob Terravecchia, Chairman and CEO, from Coastal Heritage Bank stops by at 8:11 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....
The Morning Show: Friday, July 25th
by Beth Foster | Jul 20, 2025 | The South Shore's Morning News
Feel Good Friday with Attorney Mark Stiles from Stiles Law each and every Friday at 9:11. www.stiles-law.com Sports Insider Quinn Kelly joins us in-studio at 9:35 to preview this weekend’s High School highlights plus Red Sox and Celtics highlights.
Cape Bridges Forum To Be Held Monday
by Christine James | Jul 18, 2025 | News
Replacing the Cape Cod bridges is such a massive undertaking that it falls under the state’s Office of Mega Projects! Building them will take mega money as well. Ahead of a public forum this coming Monday in Sandwich, State Senator Dylan Fernandes addressed the...
Whitman Man Faces Sex Offender Probation Violation
by Tom Gorman | Jul 18, 2025 | News
A Whitman man wanted by Florida authorities for violating his probation as a sex offender has been arrested. Forty-nine-year-old Forrest Santos was taken into custody by Whitman police Thursday on a fugitive from justice warrant. Whitman police Chief Timothy Hanlon...
Veterans Fishing Outing
by Tom Gorman | Jul 17, 2025 | News
Veterans from Greater Boston VA medical facilities enjoyed a day of fishing and friendship during the annual Harvey's Salt Water Fishing Club's 67th annual outing in Quincy. https://youtu.be/ZqXw-LmPPnQ
Police Search for Missing Brockton Woman
by Tom Gorman | Jul 17, 2025 | News
Brockton police continue to search for a missing seventy-year-old woman. The state police special emergency response team has joined Brockton police as they expand their search for Marie Louissaint. Police say she was last seen on Saturday, July 6th, near her home at...
Sullivan Discusses Summer Heat, ADUs, Campanelli Mural
by Dan McCready | Jul 17, 2025 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the ongoing summer heat, recent approval of Accessory Dwelling Units, and a new mural at Campanelli Stadium. https://youtu.be/OTmej9aN620 Sullivan Discusses July 4th, New Playground, and the Big...
Cruz Discussions Election To President Of National DA’s Association
by Christine James | Jul 17, 2025 | News
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz speaks with WATD's Christine James about his election as President of the National District Attorneys Association. https://youtu.be/khT8CNRRcw8 National District Attorneys Association Cruz Discusses Mattis Decision
Car Collides with Greenbush Train in Hingham
by Tom Gorman | Jul 16, 2025 | News
A 17-year-old driver was injured after his car collided with an MBTA Greenbush commuter train in Hingham. The incident occurred at about 1:30 Tuesday afternoon on Summer Street at the Nantasket Junction rail station. Hingham Police Lieutenant Steven Dearth says that...
One MedFlighted After Plympton Motorcycle Crash
by WATD 95.9 FM | Jul 16, 2025 | News
Crews in Plympton responded to a motorcycle accident in the area of 34 Mayflower Rd. in Plympton Tuesday evening. The Plympton Fire Department says Boston MedFlight was called to the Sysco Landing Zone and one patient was transported to Brigham and Woman’s Hospital...
Raynham Man Charged After Car Crashes Into Quincy Eatery
by Dan McCready | Jul 15, 2025 | News
A Raynham man is facing charges after a car crashes into a Quincy business. Massachusetts State Police say at approximately 1:30 a.m., a Trooper was conducting a property check of Wollaston Beach and Quincy Shore Drive when he observed several vehicles illegally...
County Entomologist Discusses Ticks
by Christine James | Jul 14, 2025 | News
Plymouth County Entomologist Blake Dinius speaks with WATD's Christine James about ticks and the dangers they pose. https://youtu.be/127_sboDfT0 Ticks In Plymouth County County Official Discusses Danger Of Tick-Borne Illnesses
Meet our Pet(s) of the Week, Hershey and Snickers
by Beth Foster | Jul 13, 2025 | Pet of the Week
Hershey and Snickers are *truly* the sweetest pair of bird friends...and they want to meet you! These bonded parakeets love to hang out side-by-side and are fun pets to have at home as they put on a cute display: You'll often catch them hopping around their cage,...
The Morning Show: Monday, July 14th
by Beth Foster | Jul 13, 2025 | The South Shore's Morning News
Beth Foster is wrapping up her birthday weekend. We can’t wait to hear all her stories. She’ll be back tomorrow morning. Diane Jordan joins us at 7:45 from Natural Body Works in Kingston for “More Comfort Mondays”. You can make an appointment to see Diane at Natural...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, July 15th
by Beth Foster | Jul 13, 2025 | The South Shore's Morning News
We're excited to welcome Stephen Halko Sheehan and Robert Kjellman to the studio to preview the 2025 Marshfield Community Rib Cook-Off at 7:41. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 6th from 12:00 to 7:00pm at the Marshfield Fairgrounds. https://mcrco.org...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, July 16th
by Beth Foster | Jul 13, 2025 | The South Shore's Morning News
At 7:11, It’s “Christmas in July” as part of the South Shore Conservatory’s “Evenings Under the Stars” concerts. Joining us with a preview is, Rachel White, Director of Early Childhood, and Todd Swavey, Director of Arts Education. The concert is scheduled for July...
The Morning Show: Thursday, July 17th
by Beth Foster | Jul 13, 2025 | The South Shore's Morning News
At 7:41, it is time for the Quincy Chamber Report! On the second and fourth Thursday of every month, we’ll check in with the Quincy Chamber of Commerce. This week, we check in with President & Executive Director, Julie Pagano. www.thequincychamber.com Bob...
The Morning Show: Friday, July 18th
by Beth Foster | Jul 13, 2025 | The South Shore's Morning News
We’ll talk with the Company Theatre in Norwell at 8:11 about their upcoming production of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” which runs July 25th through August 17th. Find out more https://www.companytheatre.com/shows At 8:41, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Plymouth joins...
A Look At Plymouth Co Real Estate Numbers
by Christine James | Jul 11, 2025 | News
Register of Deeds John Buckley gives WATD's Christine James an update on real estate numbers for Plymouth County in June. https://youtu.be/bderiNc0XUs Plymouth County Registry of Deeds Real Estate Market Remains Steady In Plymouth County
Meschino Provides Legislative Update
by Christine James | Jul 11, 2025 | News
State Rep. Joan Meschino speaks with WATD's Christine James about rules changes and other issues on Beacon Hill. https://youtu.be/ootgjlVhoNA State Rep. Joan Meschino Meschino Gives Legislative Update
Badger Discusses Cell Phone Ban
by Christine James | Jul 10, 2025 | News
State Rep. Michelle Badger speaks with WATD's Christine James about a proposed statewide ban on cellphones in classrooms. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Npmohxh29y0 Representative Michelle Badger Rep. Badger Provides Legislative Update
MBTA Red Line Section Closed Through Weekend
by Tom Gorman | Jul 10, 2025 | News
A section of the MBTA Red Line will be closed beginning tonight (Thursday) and through the weekend for maintenance work. MBTA officials say the Red Line will be closed between the Kendall/MIT and JFK/UMass stations. Shuttle buses will replace train service with...
Scenes From The June 2025 Veterans Drive Thru
by Dan McCready | Jul 9, 2025 | News
The Goon Squad braved the June heat for the Veterans' Food Drive Thru. https://youtu.be/PuUaY9FEcLw Scenes From The May 2025 Vets Drive Thru Veterans Voice Network
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