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Train Collides with Car in Cohasset
A driver narrowly escaped injury after his car was struck by a commuter train in Cohasset. Police Chief William Quigley says that around 12:20 Sunday morning, the driver of a delivery vehicle made a wrong turn onto the North Main Street Greenbush commuter rail...
Colonial Governor Observes Battle Of Gloucester
Colonial Governor, Gen. Thomas Gage, portrayed by Paul O'Shaughnessy, addresses the crowd during an observance of the 251st Anniversary of the Battle of Gloucester. https://youtu.be/hs0j-kp_q6s Militia, Warships Duke It Out At Battle Of Gloucester Revolution 250
Cruz Discusses National Night Out
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz speaks with WATD's Christine James about National Night Out, and how it has become a month long event. https://youtu.be/oodHdZaxzuc Plymouth County District Attorney's Office Cruz Discusses DARE Camp
Plymouth 40B Project Appealed
The Pulte Homes affordable condo project that was recently approved by the Plymouth zoning board of appeals, is being challenged by potential abutters. A group of residents is appealing the approval of the controversial Pulte Homes 163-unit affordable condo project in...
Sheriff Discusses Recent Audit
Plymouth Sheriff Joe McDonald speaks with WATD's Christine James about the results of a recent audit for the House of Correction. https://youtu.be/EdGlzg1-D1U Sheriff’s Office Gets Perfect Score American Correctional Association
Roath Discusses Congressional Campaign
Patrick Roath speaks with WATD's Christine James about his campaign to become the Democratic Party nominee in the 8th Congressional District. https://youtu.be/vjTlgDJooCU Patrick Roath Campaign Website Marshfield Has New Town Administrator
Meschino Provides Legislative Update
State Rep. Joan Meschino gave WATD's Christine James a legislative update that included primary care, droughts, and data privacy. https://youtu.be/jOEuSqoc7lw Meschino Provides Legislative Update State Rep. Joan Meschino
Quincy Unveils PFAS-Free Fire Gear
Quincy firefighters now have PFAS-free turnout gear. WATD's Tom Gorman has details. https://youtu.be/HQP_Fsteaqc Quincy Bay Race Week Quincy Hosts World Cup Watch Party
Second Teen Dies From Abington Crash
A second teen has died as a result of a stolen car pursuit that ended in a crash in Abington. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office says that a 16-year-old female died Thursday from her injuries. Her name has not been released. Authorities say that on...
Young Volunteer Works With State Rep.
State Representative John Gaskey joins WATD's Christine James for an in studio interview along with a young volunteer from his campaign. https://youtu.be/-NG4r1J3ugo Webpage for Representative John R. Gaskey Marshfield Has New Town Administrator
Weymouth Food Pantry Garden
A community garden is offering fresh vegetables for a South Weymouth neighborhood. WATD's Tom Gorman has more. https://youtu.be/TRtWnixKMxM Weymouth Official New Marshfield Town Administrator Union Point Has New Developer
Meet our Pet of the Week, Ginger
Meet Ginger! This beautiful 1 year old lady is searching for her forever home. Ginger, a 54 pound Husky/Shepherd is currently with our friends at Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts in Brockton. Ginger is a very sweet, goofy girl with lots of energy...
Water Ban Issued for Abington and Rockland
An outdoor water ban is in effect for Abington and Rockland. The Abington and Rockland Joint Water Works says that the Massachusetts EPA issued a water supply emergency declaration on Friday because of low levels in water supply reservoirs. All outdoor watering is...
Lawsuit Claims Stoughton Police Chief Dispute over Birchmore Case
Stoughton Police Chief Donna McNamara’s attorney is claiming that the chief was placed on leave by town manager Tom Calter three weeks ago because of the Sandra Birchmore murder case. In a press release Thursday, McNamara’s attorney, Leah Barrault, said that the...
Teen In Fatal Crash Identified
Officials have released the name of the teen killed in a crash Wednesday morning. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office has identified the deceased driver as 17-year-old Sebastian Hamilton. The crash took place shortly before 8 a.m. when Abington Police...
Stoughton Town Manager and Police Chief on Leave
Stoughton town manager Tom Calter and Police Chief Donna McNamara have been placed on paid leave by the select board pending an investigation. The board placed both on leave after an executive session Wednesday night. The action comes three weeks after Calter placed...
Scully Discusses Lindsay Clancy Case
Liam Scully, a criminal defense attorney with the law firm Scully & Lagos, shares WATD's Dan McCready his thoughts on the Lindsay Clancy murder trial. https://youtu.be/hBk6Lry5Vpg Scully & Lagos Duxbury Mother Pleads Not Guilty to Three Counts of Murder in the...
Vets Coffee To Take Place Wednesday Morning
Marshfield Veterans Agent Carin Paulette and Assistant Veterans Agent Lisa Potts speak with WATD's Christine James about the upcoming Veterans Coffee being held Wednesday morning at the Council On Aging. https://youtu.be/5cZYv8ZaxK0 Vets Fest Celebrates America’s...
Marshfield Has New Town Administrator
Weymouth's Chief of Staff Ted Langill has been chosen as Marshfield's permanent town administrator. WATD's Tom Gorman has details. https://youtu.be/uzEKx5bFX8I Marshfield Interim Town Administrator Resigns Maresco Out as Marshfield Town Administrator Rohland Wins...
State Releases Sagamore Bridge Renderings
Wide travel lanes, a bike and pedestrian path, and separate spans will make up the new Sagamore Bridge. Mass DOT released renderings of the new bridge last week that will replace the 90-year-old span that crosses the Cape Cod Canal. The new Sagamore Bridge will be a...
Rock The Lot Returns
Four bands performed in the parking lot of the Stellwagen Beer Company in Marshfield on Saturday for "Rock The Lot 7: Let's Try Again!" https://youtu.be/a51_YnRkX1Y 80s Alternative Underground Radio Four Bands Take Part In Rock The Lot 6
Meet our Pet of the Week, Sopapia
This week we want you to meet Sopapia! Sopapia is a 40-pound sweetheart, about a year and 3-months, whose favorite place in the world is right by her people. Whether you’re cooking dinner, relaxing on the couch, working from home, or spending time in the yard, she’ll...
Rohland Wins Marshfield Select Board Seat
Chris Rohland won a landslide victory to fill a vacancy on the Marshfield select board in Saturday's special election. Rohland topped the three-way race with 2,447 votes. Candidate Jack Griffin finished second with 959 and Joe Pecevich garnered 185 votes to place...
Littering Sparks Hingham Road Rage Shooting
A Hingham man is facing charges after a road rage incident that began over littering and ended with shots fired in the town’s library parking lot. Sixty-year-old Steven License is being held without bail after his arraignment in South Shore Hospital on Friday on...
Arrest Made In Hingham Road Rage Shooting
Hingham Police have arrested a suspect in connection with a road rage incident that led to shots fired outside the Hingham Public Library Thursday afternoon. Police say 60-year-old Steven A. License of Hingham is facing charges including assault to murder and...
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