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Meet our Pet of the Week, Miss Sylphy
Imagine being at home, you're relaxing in the living room, and this gorgeous little lady saunters up for some attention. Her coat is soft, she nestles in to be pet, and you take your brush to slide it down her back for a quick little grooming session. She jumps up on...
The Morning Show: Monday, October 28, 2024
Come get a better night's sleep AND support the 9th annual Marshfield Friends of Music MATTRESS FUNDRAISER! At 7:11, David Kaminski, Coordinator of Music, for Marshfield Public Schools joins us in-studio to talk about this year’s event. The fundraiser takes place on...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Early morning book talk: at 6:41, Rob talks with author Deborah Serra about her new novel: “Lost in Thought”. https://www.deborahserra.com 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...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, October 30, 2024
At 7:11, It’s our monthly “Hats off to the Arts” segment with Peggy Page from the Plymouth Center for the Arts. https://www.artsplymouth.org Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in with the latest news and updates from...
The Morning Show: Thursday, October 31, 2024
Happy Halloween! What will Rob and Beth be dressed up as today? Listen in and also check out our social media accounts for pictures! Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce joins us at 7:41 to talk about life in the City of...
The Morning Show: Friday, November 1st
Beth & Rob will recap Halloween festivities and also listener polls of the Election Ballot Questions that they've been posting on social media all week. Make sure to vote today on Ballot Question 5 - Minimum Wage for Tipped Workers! Feel Good Friday with Attorney...
Arrest Made Following Bank Robbery In Braintree
A suspect is in custody following a bank robbery in Braintree. Braintree Police say that at 10:43 a.m. Friday they received a report from an employee at the Eastern Bank on Granite St. that they were robbed at gunpoint. Officers who responded to the scene were then...
Sullivan Discusses Early Voting, School Transportation, Turkish Flag Raising
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about early voting in the city, school transportation costs, and an upcoming Turkish Flag Raising.
The South Shore’s Morning News’ Election 2024 Coverage: Massachusetts Ballot Questions
There are 5 ballot questions in Massachusetts for the 2024 election and Rob & Beth made sure to go over each side's stance on The South Shore's Morning News. Listen in as we discuss these important measures: Question 1: State Auditor’s Authority to Audit the...
In-Studio Candidates Forum with Bill Keating and Challenger Dan Sullivan
Join WATD on Tuesday, October 29th for a WATD Election political forum from 7 to 8 PM. This race is for U.S. Congress, Massachusetts 9th District. Candidates Democrat Incumbent Bill Keating, and Republican challenger Dan Sullivan will both be in studio. Christine...
Marshfield Makes Temporary Route Change For Veterans’ Day
Carin Paulette, the Director of Marshfield Veterans’ Services and Lisa Potts, the Assistant Director of Veterans’ Services spoke with WATD’s Christine James about some temporary route changes for this year's Veterans' Day Parade.
State Rep. Susan Williams Gifford Passes Away
A longtime State Representative has passed away. Susan Williams Gifford’s office made the announcement saying she passed away Tuesday suddenly from cancer. She was 64-years-old. Gifford was first elected State Representative in November of 2002 and represented the 2nd...
Man Convicted For Deadly South Shore Plaza Shooting
A man has been convicted in connection with a deadly shooting at the South Shore Plaza in Braintree. The Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office says that a jury convicted Julius Hammond-Desir, of first-degree murder for killing 26-year-old Dijoun Beasley on...
County Commissioner Candidates Take Part In WATD Forum
The candidates for Plymouth County Commissioners, Republican incumbent Jared Valanzola, and challengers, Republican Tony O’Brien and Democrat Rhonda Nyman weighed in on various issues during WATD’s political forum broadcast live Tuesday night. Democrat...
Hanson Select Board To Leave Measures In Place To Block Image On Water Tower
The Hanson Select Board has said they will leave measures in place to prevent a political sign from being projected onto the town's water tower. The board made the announcement following a meeting that was held in Executive Session Tuesday night. A cease and desist...
Norwell Football in Position for Second Straight League Title
Listen to full episodes of the Sports Exchange HERE The program turnaround has been impressive for Norwell football. Just a few short years ago, dwindling numbers left the Clippers fighting an uphill battle each season in the South Shore League. Norwell entered last...
Norwell Fire To Hold Open House
Norwell Fire Chief David Kean speaks with WATD's Christine James about their upcoming Public Safety Open House and fire safety. The Norwell Public Safety Open House will take place on October 27th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fire Headquarters 300 Washington St....
Fire In The Blue Hills
Crews are dealing with a fire in the Blue Hills. The Department of Conservation and Recreation says that the wildfire is located east of the Skyline Trail (North) and north of the Raccoon Hollow Path, near the summit of Wolcott Hill in Milton. The fire began Sunday...
WATD To Hold Forum For Plymouth County Commissioner Candidates
Join WATD on Tuesday, October 22 for a WATD Election political forum from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. This race is for Plymouth County Commissioner, with two seats available. Candidates Democrat Incumbent Greg Hanley, Democrat Rhonda Nyman, Republican Incumbent Jared Valanzola,...
Plymouth Wraps Up Fall Town Meeting
Plymouth Town Moderator Steven Triffletti gives WATD's Dan McCready a recap of Saturday's Fall Annual Town Meeting.
Meet our Pet of the Week, Sable!
If you are a homebody, well, it's time for you to meet another homebody, Sable! This sweet girl is ready to become YOUR homebody now! Sable is a mature woman at the seasoned age of 8 years old, and the perfect couch partner at 57 pounds! Even better, Sable wants her...
The Morning Show: Monday, October 21, 2024
Diane Jordan joins us from Natural Body Works in Kingston at 7:45 for “More Comfort Mondays”. You can make an appointment to see Diane at Natural Body Works in Kingston. www.naturalbodyworkskingston.com It's time to kick off holiday snacking at 8:11 with Erin Allard...
The Morning Show: Tuesday, October 22, 2024
We're getting into the work week now with Rob talking to Ben Macintyre about his new book: “The Siege: A Six-Day Hostage Crisis and the Daring Special-Forces Operation that Shocked the World” at 7:41. It's a thrilling tick-tock recounting one of the most harrowing...
The Morning Show: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in with the latest news and updates from Plymouth at 7:41. www.plymouthchamber.com Election 2024 coverage continues at 8:11 today as we go in-depth on Massachusetts Ballot Question 3....
The Morning Show: Thursday, October 24, 2024
We're getting closer to the weekend so that means we need to check in with Lea Filson, President & CEO of See Plymouth: The Official Tourism Site of the Town and County of Plymouth. We’ll discuss with Lea what fun and interesting events are going on in our area at...
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