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Meet Sarah the pup who is looking for her forever home!
Say hello to Sarah! The team at Buddy & Friends Animal Rescue tell us Sarah is very shy and is taking baby steps acclimating to northern life. She is almost a year old and is a 45 pound Pit Mix. From Sarah’s foster mom: Sweet little Sarah girl is still EXTREMELY...
Plymouth Man Charged With Drug Trafficking
A 39-year-old Plymouth man is facing charges in connection with his role in allegedly trafficking fentanyl, trafficking methamphetamine, and operating a rudimentary drug laboratory in Whitman. Massachusetts State Police say a month’s long investigation involving...
Gilman Previews Weekend Storm
WATD Chief Meteorologist Rob Gilman speaks with Christine James about the first snowstorm of 2024.
Early Voting On Plymouth Nips Ban Begins January 6th
In Plymouth, early voting for the special election to determine whether or not to ban the sale of nips in town begins Saturday, the 6th—the election is Saturday, January 13th. WATD's Bobbi Clark has more… And January 13th is the Saturday of Martin Luther King day...
NY Woman Charged In Online Scam Targeting Plymouth County Resident
A New York woman is facing charges in connection with an online romance scam that cost a Plymouth County woman several hundred thousand dollars. Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz announced that 42-year-old Nikeisha Lewis is charged with one count each of...
Kingston Man Facing Extortion Charges
A Kingston man has been indicted on charges that he schemed to extort money from his co-worker, according to Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy J. Cruz. On Monday, a Plymouth County grand jury indicted 37 year old Corey R. Jacques on charges including: on one...
Sullivan Discusses New Term, Brockton Hospital, Illnesses
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the beginning of a new term in office, the status of Brockton Hospital, and the increase of respiratory illnesses in the city.
Pedstrian Struck And Killed In Quincy
An investigation is underway after a pedestrian was struck and killed in Quincy Wednesday morning. Quincy Police say that at approximately 9:25 a.m. they received several 911 calls reporting that a pedestrian had been struck by a motor vehicle in front of the 1000...
Meschino Gives Preview For 2024
State Rep. Joan Meschino spoke with WATD's Christine James about what the legislature is working on in 2024.
Man Charged With Trying To Light Raccoon On Fire
A Quincy man is facing charges after he allegedly tried to set a raccoon on fire. Quincy Police say that on Saturday night officers responded to a home on Royal St. Upon arrival they observed two neighbors arguing and a live raccoon with apparent burn injuries in a...
Veterans’ Voice and WATD/WMEX Food Drive Thru
Veterans' Voice and WATD/WMEX Food Drive Thru Open to all: veterans, family and friends and the general public. No registration necessary and no cost. Date: JANUARY 11th & 2nd Thursday of every month. Time: 10:30 am to 12:00 pm Location: WATD studios,130...
Joyce Sworn In As Mayor Of Braintree
Braintree’s New Mayor has officially taken office. Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll administered the oath of office on Tuesday to the town’s third mayor, and first woman elected to that position, with Driscoll saying that her and Joyce were part of a growing sisterhood....
Hundreds Take New Years Day Plunge At Rexhame Beach
Roughly 200 people dove into the waters off Rexhame Beach in Marshfield as the Marshfield Lodge of Elks #2494 held their annual New Years Day Polar Plunge. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=abVhqzomWzs
Plymouth Select Board And Charter Review Committee Exchange Ideas
In Plymouth, the Charter Review Committee and the Select Board met in joint session last month on the 19th. Several issues were raised—some that the Charter Review Committee can address and one that it cannot… WATD's Bobbi Clark has more…. And that issue is the size...
One Killed In Braintree Fire
A fire in Braintree claims the life of 85-year-old man. The victim has been identified as John Sullivan. The Braintree Fire Department said a passerby called 911 shortly after 5 a.m. Saturday to report the fire at 29 Hobart Ave. When firefighters arrived they were met...
Political Analyst Prognosticates On 2024
2023 was an interesting lead up to 2024, which is a Presidential election year. WATD political analyst John Creed told Christine James, it went from many Republican contenders to just a handful--but there are some third party candidates who may have an effect on the...
Terrorism Expert And Military Analyst Takes A Look Back At 2023
Some of the biggest stories of the year in 2023, included a mass shooter in Lewiston, Maine, and internationally, the Hamas attack in Gaza, and the ensuing ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. Right now there's also a question about who's coming over the U.S....
Say hello to Russell, our pet of the week!
Say hello to Russell, our pet of the week! Russell is a 2.5-year-old male Yorkie-Poodle mix who weighs 13 pounds. Our friends at Yorkies, Inc. tell us Russel is in need of a new home due to his current owner working long hours. Russell would love a home where his...
Skeletal Remains Found In The Blue Hills
Officials are investigating after a partial human skeletal remain was located in the Blue Hills. Massachusetts State Police tell WATD News the remains were found behind a residence in that area and that they were doing a search on Friday to determine if other remains...
SAG-AFTRA Ratifies Contract, Filming Returns To South Shore
Members of the Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists recently ratified a new contract officially ending their nearly four month long strike and, as WATD’s Dan McCready explains, this means filming is returning to the South Shore.
Teen Girl Injured In Hingham Rollover Crash
A teenage girl was injured following a roll over car crash in Hingham Wednesday night. Hingham Police say that at approximately 8:21 p.m. officers responded to a crash on George Washington Blvd. in front of the Hingham District Courthouse. Upon arrival they found a...
Valanzola Looks Back On 2023
Jared Valanzola, Chair of the Plymouth County Commissioners, gives WATD's Christine James a recap of 2023 and discusses what they hope to accomplish in the New Year.
Post Christmas Travel Remains Brisk
The Holiday Season may be winding down, but the Holiday Travel Season continues to be a busy one. In fact AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop tells WATD News that Thursday is forecast to be a very busy day. For those travelling by air, Schieldrop says this...
O’Connor Discusses Past Year
State Sen. Patrick O'Connor gives WATD's Christine James a recap of 2023 .
Trooper Injured In Route 24 Crash
A State Trooper was injured following a crash on Route 24. State Police say that at approximately 1 a.m. on Saturday the trooper had stopped a car in West Bridgewater. A preliminary investigation has determined that a 2020 Toyota Tacoma, driven by 38-year-old Ildo...
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