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Crews Respond To Construction Incident In Hanson
Crews were called to the scene of a construction incident in Hanson. Police Chief Michael Miksch says that at approximately 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Hanson Police and Fire responded to 50 Dwight St. for a report of a construction incident involving a partial foundation...
Pembroke Boys Hoops Joins the Sports Exchange
Listen to full episodes of the Sports Exchange HERE For a third straight season, the Pembroke boys basketball team is in the thick of things in the Patriot League Fisher Division, and appear primed for another trip to the MIAA playoffs. Despite much roster turnover...
Scituate Boys Hoops Joins the Sports Exchange
Listen to full episodes of the Sports Exchange HERE With a style that never goes out of style, the Scituate boys basketball program is primed to compete for hardware each and every year. The 2024 season will prove no different, with the Sailors in the driver's seat in...
Ten Million Dollar Renovation Of W. Plymouth Fire Station On Track For Completion This Spring
In Plymouth, for months folks have been watching the progress of the renovation of Fire Station 2 on Samoset St. in West Plymouth—one of 7 fire stations in town and a facility that was originally built in 1975. According to Fire Chief Neil Foley, the living quarters...
Mr. Man is looking for true love and his forever home
Say hello to Mr. Man, a 2-3 year old Pitt mix who weights around 23 pounds. Mr. Man is currently residing with a foster family through Buddy & Friends Animal Rescue in Pembroke and here is what his foster mom has to say about him: Mr. Man is what I would call a...
Four Displaced, Four Cats Missing Following East Bridgewater Fire
Crews were called to the scene of a fire in East Bridgewater Sunday afternoon. Fire Chief Timothy Harhen says that at approximately 12:12 p.m., dispatchers received multiple 911 calls regarding a structure fire at 53 Old Bedford Rd. Upon arrival, responders saw that...
The Morning Show: Mon., Jan. 29, 2024
This morning at 7:45, 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 It’s time to introduce you to our Pet of the Week...
The Morning Show: Tue., Jan. 30, 2024
This morning at 8:11 David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, joins us with his tech talk segment. www.actsmartit.com Every Tuesday at 8:41 we talk with the South Shore Chamber of Commerce. Joining us is the President & CEO Peter Forman with the latest Chamber...
The Morning Show: Wed., Jan. 31, 2024
This Morning at 7:41 Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in. www.plymouthchamber.com At 8:41 Rob talks with Christina Coleman from Plimoth Patuxet about their upcoming Valentine’s Day dinner & a movie event on...
The Morning Show: Thurs., Feb. 1, 2024
This morning at 7:41, Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director, from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce joins us. www.thequincychamber.com At 8:11 Bob Terravecchia, Chairman and CEO, from Coastal Heritage Bank stops by for his weekly conversation....
Ms. G Makes Groundhog Day Prediction
Punxsutawney Phil isn’t the only weather predicting groundhog. The Bay State’s own Ms. G also made her prediction on Friday at Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary in Lincoln. However, Mass Audubon spokesman Aaron Gouveia tells WATD News they had to do things a little...
The Morning Show: Fri., Feb. 2, 2024
It’s “Name that Tune” with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic this morning at 7:11. This is our time honored Friday tradition where Steven picks out some great tunes and you must be the first caller to guess the song. www.plymouthphil.org Feel Good...
Scituate Water Treatment To Undergo Temporary Shutdown
The Town of Scituate says that on Monday they will be temporarily shutting down the water treatment plant. Kevin Cafferty, the town’s Director of Public Works says this is routine maintenance. Cafferty says residents may notice fluctuations in water flow...
The Bay State’s Own Groundhog Ms. G Makes Her Prognostication
Punxsutawney Phil isn’t the only weather predicting groundhog. The Bay State’s own Ms. G also made her prediction on Friday at Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary in Lincoln. However, Mass Audubon spokesman Aaron Gouveia tells WATD News they had to do things a little...
AstroGeek Discusses Passing Asteroid
Stephen “AstroGeek” LaFlamme speaks with WATD's Christine James about an asteroid that was supposed to pass by Earth on Monday morning.
Overnight Break-In At Derby Street Shoppes In Hingham
Hingham Police are investigating an overnight break-in at a local business. Police say that shortly before 1 a.m. Thursday officers were dispatched to the Derby Street Shoppes in response to a burglar alarm activation at the Lunette Optic store at 92 Derby St. Upon...
The History Behind Groundhog Day
Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian at the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD's Christine James about the history behind Groundhog Day.
Not Guilty Pleas Entered By Members Of Alleged Retail Theft Ring
Not guilty pleas were entered by two people charged with operating an organized theft ring. The Plymouth County District Attorney's Office says that on Wednesday 35-year-old Amalia Cinca of Maryland pleaded not guilty in Wareham District Court to one count each of...
Kingston Man Accused Of Using Fentanyl In Attempt To Kill Dog
A Kingston man is facing animal cruelty charges. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office says that at approximately 1 p.m. Wednesday Kingston Police responded to an apartment complex located at 1 Kingston Collection Way after a 911 caller reported hearing...
Cupid’s Couples Valentine’s Day Contest
Love is in the air at WATD, and we’re here to help you get into the Valentine’s Day spirit. Listen on-air weekdays Feb. 5th - 9th, between 6 AM and 6 PM for the cue to call in to win! It's WATD's Cupid’s Couples Contest Throughout TV history, there have been so many...
DEP Holds Waterways Hearing Regarding Weymouth Compressor Station
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection held a Waterways Hearing on Wednesday to discuss a Chapter 91 Waterways permit that was granted to Enbridge for construction of a compressor station in Weymouth which a Superior Court Justice vacated and sent...
Sullivan Discusses COVID, School Safety, Flag Raising,
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan spoke with WATD's Dan McCready about COVID numbers in the city, safety at Brockton High School, and an African-American Flag Raising Ceremony.
Coletta Discusses State Rep. Campaign
Becky Coletta speaks with WATD's Christine James about her campaign for State Representative in the Sixth Plymouth District.
Marshfield Veterans’ Benefits Reminders
Marshfield Veterans' Agent Carin Paulette and Assistant Veterans' Agent Lisa Potts speak with WATD's Christine James about their upcoming Veterans Coffee and the types of benefits available to local veterans.
Suspect In Whitman Woman’s Death Apprehended In Kenya
A suspect being sought in connection with the murder of a Whitman woman has been arrested. The U.S. Embassy In Kenya announced on Tuesday that 40-year-old Kevin Kangethe has been taken into custody. Margaret Mbitu, who was 31-years-old at the time, was last seen...
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