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Fugitive Arrested In Connection With Murder Of Quincy Man
by Dan McCready | Apr 2, 2024 | News
An arrest has been made in connection with a 2023 murder of a Quincy man. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office says that shortly before 10:30 p.m. on February 26, 2023, a Brockton Police officer on routine patrol heard a gunshot in the area of North Main St....
Officials Release More Information On Deadly Carver Fire
by Dan McCready | Apr 2, 2024 | News
State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine released a joint statement with Carver Fire Chief Craig F. Weston, Carver Police Chief Marc Duphily, and Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy J. Cruz have released a joint statement regarding a deadly kitchen fire in Carver. The...
One Killed In Moped Crash
by Dan McCready | Apr 2, 2024 | News
One man has died following a moped crash in Hanson. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s office says that at approximately 1:16 p.m. on Sunday Hanson Police were conducting a separate call at a residence when officers reported hearing a crash nearby. Officers...
In Plymouth Only One Candidate To Run For Select Board Seat
by Bobbi Clark | Apr 1, 2024 | News
In Plymouth, there will be a single candidate, David Golden, running for the one 3 year term on the Select Board. The deadline to return nomination papers was Friday, March 29th. WATD’s Bobbi Clark has more… According to nomination papers Town Clerk Kelly McElreath...
History Of April Fools Day
by Christine James | Apr 1, 2024 | News
Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian of the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD's Christine James about the history behind April Fools' Day.
Two Arrested, One Being Sought For Brockton Shooting
by Dan McCready | Apr 1, 2024 | News
A man is being sought in connection with the shooting death of his brother. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office says that at approximately 2:17 a.m. Sunday, Brockton Police received a 911 call for a report of a shooting at 36 Hoover Ave. Upon arrival they...
Crews Respond To Rollover Crash In Duxbury
by Dan McCready | Apr 1, 2024 | News
Crews were called to the scene of an overturned vehicle crash on Route 139. Duxbury Fire officials say the incident took place in the area of Tremont St. and Church St. One person was removed from the vehicle with the Jaws of Life. Their name and current condition...
River hopes to wind his way into your heart
by Lisa Azizian | Apr 1, 2024 | Pet of the Week
Meet River, the golden-hearted 10-year-old yellow lab in search of his forever home! The Friends of the Marshfield Animal Shelter tell us River's journey led him to the shelter after years of being used for breeding, but now he's ready to experience the love and...
Milton Responds To AG’s Lawsuit
by Dan McCready | Mar 29, 2024 | News
The Town of Milton has retained a law firm as they respond to state Attorney General’s Andrea Campbell lawsuit. The Select Board released a letter earlier this week announcing that Goodwin Procter LLP has been chosen as special counsel to assist Town Counsel. Campbell...
Amber Alert Lifted For Missing 3-Year-Old
by Dan McCready | Mar 29, 2024 | News
An Amber Alert has been lifted. Massachusetts State Police say that 3-year-old Liam David Pagan was found at a hotel in Windsor, Conn. and is reported to be safe. A red Toyota Camry with the boy inside was stolen just before 9 am in Chicopee and the Amber Alert was...
Former National Guard Building Converted into Housing for Homeless
by Mariel Reed | Mar 29, 2024 | News
A former National Guard building in Brockton is being converted into a housing resource center for the homeless. John Yazwinnki, CEO of Father Bill's and MainSpring, led a tour of the facility that is under construction recently. He said the new center will include a...
Spire Center To Observe 10th Anniversary
by Christine James | Mar 28, 2024 | News
Robert Hollis, President of The Spire Center for Performing Arts, spoke with WATD's Christine James about their upcoming 10th Anniversary observances.
Sullivan Discusses Schools, State Drama Win, and The Anglim
by Dan McCready | Mar 28, 2024 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan discusses how the city is working to address both the financial and safety challenges in the schools, the win for drama students at the state finals, and the opening of a new multi-unit residential site downtown.
Cruz Discusses Children’s Advocacy Center
by Christine James | Mar 28, 2024 | News
Plymouth Co. District Attorney Tim Cruz spoke with WATD's Christine James about the upcoming Open House for the Children's Advocacy Center.
Norwell Home Damaged In Early Morning Fire
by Christine James | Mar 28, 2024 | News
Norwell Fire Chief Dave Kean speaks with WATD's Christine James about an early Thursday morning fire at Upper Ferry Ln.
St. Christine’s Holiday Meal Program
by Christine James | Mar 27, 2024 | News
Tom Casey of St. Christine's Family Ministries in Marshfield speaks with WATD's Christine James about some of their programs, specifically their Holiday Meal Program.
Plymouth Town Election Candidate Update
by Bobbi Clark | Mar 27, 2024 | News
In Plymouth, the annual town election is Saturday May 18th. Candidates have until this Friday, March 29th, to return nominations papers. Town Clerk Kelly McElreath has an update on what the ballot will look like at this point. WATD’s Bobbi Clark has more.. Town...
The Morning Show: Mon., March 25, 2024
by Lisa Azizian | Mar 27, 2024 | The South Shore's Morning News
Diane Jordan joins us from Natural Body Works in Kingston for “More Comfort Mondays”. You can make an appointment to see Diane at Natural Body Works in Kingston. www.naturalbodyworkskingston.com At 8:41 Rob talks with author Lesley Waite about her book: “Jezebel”....
The Morning Show: Tues., March 26, 2024
by Lisa Azizian | Mar 27, 2024 | The South Shore's Morning News
Rob talks with author and historian Michael Burgan at 7:41 about a great new National Geographic Kids book about how our U.S. Government works. https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/736515/weird-but-true-know-it-all-us-government-by-michael-burgan At 8:11 David...
The Morning Show: Wed., March 27, 2024
by Lisa Azizian | Mar 27, 2024 | The South Shore's Morning News
(7:41) Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in. www.plymouthchamber.com Author Lisa Gardner joins us at 8:11 to talk about her new thriller: “Still See You Everywhere”. Frankie Elkin is an expert at finding the missing...
The Morning Show: Thurs., March 28, 2024
by Lisa Azizian | Mar 27, 2024 | The South Shore's Morning News
Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director, from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce joins us at 7:41 for the latest news and updates from Quincy. www.thequincychamber.com At 8:11 Bob Terravecchia, Chairman and CEO, from Coastal Heritage Bank stops by for his weekly...
The Morning Show: Fri., March 29, 2024
by Lisa Azizian | Mar 27, 2024 | The South Shore's Morning News
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 song. www.plymouthphil.org Feel Good Friday with Attorney Mark Stiles from Stiles Law today at 9:11....
The Morning Show: Mon., March 18, 2024
by Lisa Azizian | Mar 27, 2024 | The South Shore's Morning News
Diane Jordan joins us from Natural Body Works in Kingston for “More Comfort Mondays” today at 7:45. You can make an appointment to see Diane at Natural Body Works in Kingston. www.naturalbodyworkskingston.com It’s time to introduce you to our Pet of the Week at 9:22...
The Morning Show: Tues., March 19, 2024
by Lisa Azizian | Mar 27, 2024 | The South Shore's Morning News
David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, joins us with his tech talk segment AT 8:10. www.actsmartit.com Every Tuesday we talk with the South Shore Chamber of Commerce. Joining us today at 8:40 is the President & CEO Peter Forman with the latest Chamber...
The Morning Show: Wed., March 20, 2024
by Lisa Azizian | Mar 27, 2024 | The South Shore's Morning News
Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in with Rob at 7:41. www.plymouthchamber.com At 8:11 Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic joins us to preview this Saturday’s “Great Collaborations” concert at Memorial...
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