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Police Investigate Overnight Vehicle Break-Ins In Bridgewater
by Dan McCready | Oct 20, 2023 | News
Bridgewater Police say they are investigating a series of vehicle break-ins. The break-ins took overnight Wednesday into Thursday in Waterford Village. Police say it also appears one attempt was made to steal a KIA. Residents are being asked to not leave valuables...
24 Articles On The Warrant For Plymouth Annual Fall Town Meeting
by Dan McCready | Oct 20, 2023 | News
Plymouth Town Moderator Steven Trifletti gives WATD's Dan McCready a preview of the Fall Annual Town Meeting. The Plymouth Fall Annual Town Meeting will begin at 8 a.m. Saturday at Plymouth North High School.
One Question On Ballot For Abington Special Town Election
by Dan McCready | Oct 20, 2023 | News
Abington Board of Selectmen Chair Alex Hagerty speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about Saturday's Special Town Election.
Brockton Fall Festival Event To Help Signup On Health Connector
by Dan McCready | Oct 20, 2023 | News, South Shore Events
The Massachusetts Health Connector will be hosting a "Fall Festival Enrollment Event" on Saturday in Brockton. Health Connector spokesman Alec Loftus tells WATD News that all are welcome to attend. Loftus tells WATD News that you can register ahead of...
Plympton Wraps Up Special Town Meeting
by Dan McCready | Oct 19, 2023 | News
Plympton Selectmen Mark Russo gives WATD's Christine James a recap of Special Town Meeting.
Bubble Watch: The MIAA Football Power Rankings
by Quinn Kelly | Oct 19, 2023 | News, Sports News
With just two weeks left in the regular season, the MIAA Power Rankings watch is on. Playoff positioning is in full swing, as teams vie for top seeds, home games, and for some, spots in the tournament. It’s been a great fall thus far for the South Shore and Metro...
Sullivan Discusses Budget Deficit, Music Lessons, and Security
by Dan McCready | Oct 19, 2023 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the Budget Deficit, Music Lessons, and possible security concerns.
Sea Monster Of Potential In Plymouth’s Blue Economy
by Bobbi Clark | Oct 19, 2023 | News
In Plymouth , the Blue Future conference on Monday and Tuesday of this week, at Hotel 1620, sponsored by the Plymouth Foundation, got off to a futuristic start highlighting our town’s marine economy and featuring a contingent from Donegal, Ireland, leaders in the...
New TIC Director Discusses Goals and Mission
by Christine James | Oct 18, 2023 | News
Jacqueline Porro, the new Executive Director of the Talking Information Center, speaks with WATD's Christine James about the organization's ongoing mission.
Florida Woman Being Charged In East Bridgewater Hit & Run
by Dan McCready | Oct 18, 2023 | News
East Bridgewater Police have identified a suspect involved in a hit-and-run crash involving a juvenile riding a bicycle. The incident took place shortly after 5:30 p.m. Sunday when East Bridgewater Police received a 911 call reporting a crash involving a bicyclist and...
Crews Called To Brockton Garage Fire
by Dan McCready | Oct 17, 2023 | News
Crews in Brockton were called to the scene of a garage fire Monday night. Fire Chief Brian Nardelli says that crews arrived on scene on Arch St. to find a two car detached garage that was fully involved. The fire was put down in about 20 minutes with no injuries...
Electric Planes At Marshfield Airport
by Charles Mathewson | Oct 17, 2023 | News
Today, many delivery trucks are electric-powered. In the near future, when you buy something for delivery, it may arrive at the local airport in an electric-powered airplane. The Marshfield Airport is ready to accept delivery and others will be soon. WATD’s Charles...
Multiple Vehicles Struck In Brockton Crash
by Dan McCready | Oct 17, 2023 | News
Crews were called to the scene after a multi-car crash in Brockton. Fire officials say that the incident took place Sunday night in the area of 298 Moraine St. after a motor vehicle crashed into several parked cars both in the street and on private property and then...
Plymouth’s Stephens Field Improvements Price Tag Is Five Million-CPA And ARPA Pay The Bill
by Bobbi Clark | Oct 17, 2023 | News
In Plymouth, for many, Stephens Field brings back cherished memories—a park by the sea where folks have gone to meet friends, play tennis and baseball, and just have fun since 1930, when the Stephens family donated the land. Lately, the park has been in a rough...
Crews Respond To Fire At Plymouth’s Morton Park
by Dan McCready | Oct 16, 2023 | News
Plymouth Firefighters were called to Morton Park shortly before midnight on Monday for a fire. Fire Chief Neil Foley tells WATD News no injuries were reported and the incident is under investigation. Foley says the shack was completely destroyed. Anyone...
Scituate Special Town Meeting To Take Place Monday Night
by Dan McCready | Oct 16, 2023 | News
Scituate Town Administrator Jim Boudreau gives WATD's Dan McCready a preview of the Scituate Special Town Meeting. Scituate Special Town Meeting will begin at 6 p.m. at the Scituate High School Gymnasium.
Marshfield To Hold Special Town Meeting On Monday
by Dan McCready | Oct 16, 2023 | News
Marshfield will be holding its Special Town Meeting Monday night. Town Administrator Michael Maresco tells WATD News that two articles won’t be addressed Monday night. Maresco also says he’s optimistic they will able to wrap up Special Town Meeting in...
DRHS Holds Spiritualism Fall Fundrasier
by Dan McCready | Oct 16, 2023 | News
The Duxbury Rural & Historical Society's Annual Fall Fundraiser gave a nod to Friday the 13th with a theme of Victorian Spiritualism. https://youtu.be/5IHVe24aGts?si=JirLydq93W-k-ocy
Golden Retriever Lucy is ready for her forever home!
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 15, 2023 | Pet of the Week
Look at this good girl! She's Lucy! Our friends at Scituate Animal Shelter want to be sure you learn all about what makes Lucy unique -- she is a special girl looking for a special home. Lucy is a 1-year-old Golden Retriever looking for a home with lots of love and...
Sullivan Discusses Budget Deficit, COVID, Israel
by Dan McCready | Oct 12, 2023 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan spoke with WATD's Dan McCready about the ongoing school budget deficit investigation, rising COVID numbers, and the ongoing situation in Israel.
Cruz Discusses Human Trafficking
by Christine James | Oct 12, 2023 | News
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz has a conversation with WATD's Christine James about human trafficking.
Joyce Discusses Mayoral Campaign
by Christine James | Oct 12, 2023 | News
Braintree Mayoral Candidate Erin Joyce discusses her campaign with WATD's Christine James.
Scenes From The Sept. 14 Veterans Food Drive Thru
by Dan McCready | Oct 11, 2023 | News
Cars lined up in Marshfield once again for a Veterans Food Drive Thru near the WATD Studios in Marshfield. https://youtu.be/kJMfaGKaZQQ?si=1oaR-2t8lozMxdhn
Buckley Provides Update On Real Estate Numbers
by Christine James | Oct 11, 2023 | News
Plymouth County Register of Deeds John Buckley speaks with WATD's Christine James about the latest real estate numbers in Plymouth County.
Pembroke Football Looking to Finish Strong
by Quinn Kelly | Oct 10, 2023 | News, Sports News
Listen to full episodes of the Sports Exchange HERE There was no shortage of hype around the Pembroke football team heading into the season. With a skill group full of speed and stars, it was easy to see why. Unfortunately, that group has yet to operate at full...
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