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Plymouth Board of Health Advises Everyone Six Months and Older to Get Newest COVID Vaccine
by Bobbi Clark | Oct 10, 2023 | News
In Plymouth, COVID is not going away—and it’s going to be around for a long time, just like the flu. This, according to Barry Potvin, Plymouth’s Board of Health Chairman. But there is a new vaccine available, released just last month, that’s more effective than the...
The Morning Show: Mon., Oct. 9, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 9, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Columbus/Indigenous Peoples’ Day At 7:45 we check in with Diane Jordan of Natural Body Works in Kingston for More Comfort Mondays: bringing more comfort to your body, mind and soul. https://naturalbodyworkskingston.com/ At 9:11, NPR’s Scott Simon joins us to...
The Morning Show: Tues., Oct. 10, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 9, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Get ready for a busy Tuesday! First at 7:41, Serenity Belo and Ann Gillespie join us to preview the “Pickleball Fun Scramble” fundraising event to benefit NeighborWorks Housing Solution’s Marshfield Veterans Home and its residents. The event takes place on Saturday,...
The Morning Show: Wed., Oct. 11, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 9, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome to Wednesday. Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce checks in at 7:41 today to bring us the latest news and updates from Plymouth area businesses. www.plymouthchamber.com
The Morning Show: Thurs., Oct. 12, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 9, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome to Thursday. It's time to chat with our friends. We'll start with our South Shore Walk of the Week with John Galluzzo at 6:56. John takes us on a walking tour of some of his favorite trails around the area. At 7:41 Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director,...
The Morning Show: Fri., Oct. 13, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 9, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome to Friday. At 8:41 Rob speaks with legendary trial attorney James J. Brosnahan who joins us to talk about his new book: “Justice at Trial: Courtroom Battles and Groundbreaking Cases.” https://www.jimjbrosnahan.com And at 9:11 it's time for Feel Good Friday...
Thousands Rally in Support of Israel on Boston Common
by David Cedrone | Oct 9, 2023 | News
This afternoon in Boston, people came out by the thousands to rally in support of Israel, after a surprise attack by Hamas over the weekend. The Israeli government has formally declared war and given the green light for “significant military steps” to retaliate...
LISTEN: Middleboro Chasing Another League Title
by Quinn Kelly | Oct 9, 2023 | News, Sports News
Listen to full episodes of the Sports Exchange HERE The road hasn't been the smoothest for the Middleboro Sachems thus far in their South Shore League title defense. Still, they remain undefeated in league and in a position to be in the mix in Division 4 once again....
A Look At The History Behind Indigenous Peoples’ Day
by Dan McCready | Oct 9, 2023 | News
Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian, at the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the history behind Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Two Suspects Identified In Vandalism At East Bridgewater Church
by Dan McCready | Oct 9, 2023 | News
Officials say they have identified the two individuals responsible for the vandalism at a Catholic Church in East Bridgewater. Police Chief Michael Jenkins and Fire Chief Timothy M. Harhen say that on Friday afternoon, East Bridgewater Police and Fire responded to St....
The Morning Show: Mon., Oct. 2, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 6, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome to October. At 7:45 Diane Jordan from Natural Body Works in Kingston joins us for another edition of “More Comfort Mondays”. https://naturalbodyworkskingston.com At 8:41 Rob talks with Peter H. Reynolds and his son Henry Rocket Reynolds about their book:...
The Morning Show: Tues., Oct. 3, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 6, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Tuesday. Let's check in with Dr. Andy Wiemeyer from Weimeyer Dentistry in Duxbury. Dr. Andy joins us on the first Tuesday of every month at 7:41 as we focus on your dental health. https://www.wiemeyerdentistry.com David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham,...
The Morning Show: Wed., Oct. 4, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 6, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Wednesday! It's time to chat with Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce today at 7:41 www.plymouthchamber.com
The Morning Show: Thurs., Oct. 5, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 6, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Thursday! Let's get the show on the road and the shoes on the feet. It's time for our South Shore Walk of the Week at 6:56 with John Galluzzo. Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director, from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, joins us at 7:41 every Thursday to...
The Morning Show: Fri., Oct. 6, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 6, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome to Friday, the first Friday in October. The leaves are slowly beginning to turn and soon, we think, the crisp air will follow. What's making attorney Mark Stiles Feel Good on this Friday? We'll be sure to find out together at 9:11. www.stiles-law.com
Duxbury Fire Dept To Hold Open House On Saturday
by Christine James | Oct 6, 2023 | News
Duxbury Fire Chief Rob Reardon speaks with WATD's Christine James about their Annual Open House on Saturday.
Muratore Among Supporters Of Workplace Wage Bill
by Christine James | Oct 6, 2023 | News
The Massachusetts House Of Representatives passed a bill on Wednesday that would require many employers to disclose a wage or salary range on job postings. State Rep. Mathew Muratore tells WATD's Christine James why was among its supporters.
Banned Books Week Being Observed In Many South Shore Communities
by Dan McCready | Oct 6, 2023 | News
Banned Books week is being observed this week in many communities, such as Milton. Sarah Truog, Assistant Director at the Milton Public Library, tells WATD News that they have been holding activities throughout the week. Truog and Tori Fiske, the Children's...
Meschino Provides District Update
by Christine James | Oct 5, 2023 | News
State Rep. Joan Merschino gives WATD's Christine James an update on what's going on in the district and the latest from Beacon Hill.
CERT Looking For New Members
by Christine James | Oct 4, 2023 | News
Art Joseph speaks with WATD's Christine James about the CERT Program, which is run in conjunction with Norwell, Cohasset, Hanover, Hingham, Rockland, and Scituate, and their search for volunteers.
Forget Me Not Cafe Fall Schedule for Seniors
by Mariel Reed | Oct 3, 2023 | South Shore Events
The Morning Show: Mon., Sept. 25, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome to Monday. At 7:45 Diane Jordan checks in for More Comfort Mondays with a mission to bring more comfort to your body, mind and soul. Diane is the owner of Natural Body Works in Kingston. At 8:41 Rob welcomes Dr. Ognjen “Ogi” Stevanovic from Plymouth Bay...
The Morning Show: Tues., Sept. 26, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Tuesday. Let's chat with our friends. First, at 8:10, David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham joins us his tech talk segment. www.actsmartit.com Every Tuesday we talk with the South Shore Chamber of Commerce. Joining us at 8:41 is President & CEO Peter...
The Morning Show: Wed., Sept. 27
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Wednesday! Do you know what the latest news is from Plymouth? Well when you tune in at 7:40 you'll hear us chat with Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce and she will fill us in! www.plymouthchamber.com Rob talks with Steven...
The Morning Show: Thurs., Sept. 28, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Oct 3, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome Thursday, where we welcome chats with friends, including Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director, from the Quincy Chamber of Commerce. Tim joins us. at 7:40 for an update on business life in Quincy. www.thequincychamber.com Bob Terravecchia, Chairman and...
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