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A Look At The History of the Milton Militia
Diann Ralph, Curator for the Milton Historical Society, spoke with WATD News about some of the history of the Milton Militia. https://youtu.be/JSDyruvlHiE?si=w8i9kCLgxXRBFINR Milton Historical Society Play Focuses On Founding Frenemies
Connor Discusses DA Campaign
Greg Connor speaks with WATD's Christine James about his campaign to become the Democratic Party's nominee for Norfolk County District Attorney. https://youtu.be/FMCPk14Mgt8 Greg Connor Campaign Website Local Chiefs Discuss July 4th Safety
Rohland Discusses SB Campaign
Candidate Chris Rohland speaks with WATD's Christine James about his campaign to win a seat on the Marshfield Select Board. https://youtu.be/xh348dw-VDU Chris Rohland Campaign Website Local Chiefs Discuss July 4th Safety
Play Focuses On Founding Frenemies
A play recently performed at the Adams National Historical Park looked at the often complicated friendship of Founding Fathers John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. WATD's Dan McCready files this report. https://youtu.be/b7f0YLVTiWk Adams National Historical Park Militia,...
Tolman Discusses Latest Book
Jodi Mitchel Tolman speaks with WATD's Christine James about her book, "ONE FROM EACH COLUMN: My 46-Year Trek from Abusive Childhood to Elusive Motherhood." https://youtu.be/hGh3C0bC1kU Jodi Tolman Speaks Norwell Play Highlights Revolutionary War Brothers
Veterans Group Gets New Van
The Plymouth Area Veterans Center unveiled a new van that is meant to serve veterans as WATD's Christian Maitre explains. https://youtu.be/ntq-zLGL0T8 Plymouth Area Veterans Center South Shore Cooling Centers Opening
Ming Dynasty Hosts Rave Party
A rave was held at the Ming Dynasty restaurant in Marshfield and WATD’s Christian Maitre was on hand for the festivities. https://youtu.be/3pPX_RiUsEs MarshVegas Fest South Shore Cooling Centers Opening
Pecevich Discusses SB Campaign
Joe Pecevich speaks with WATD's Christine James about his campaign to win a seat on the Marshfield Select Board. https://youtu.be/CyW804GT7i4 Joe Pecevich Facebook Page Local Chiefs Discuss July 4th Safety
Lee Discusses DA Campaign
Macy Lee speaks with WATD's Christine James about her campaign to become the Democratic Party nominee for Norfolk County District Attorney. https://youtu.be/FLMe-eY2hMs Macy Lee Campaign Website Local Chiefs Discuss July 4th Safety
South Shore Cooling Centers Opening
Temperatures over 100 Degrees Expected Thursday and Friday Several South Shore communities are opening cooling centers as the region is expected to experience extreme heat and humidity over the next few days. In Marshfield, the Council on Aging and the town...
Local Chiefs Discuss July 4th Safety
Scituate Fire Chief Mark Donovan, Marshfield Deputy Fire Chief Pat Smith, Scituate Police Chief Mark Thompson, and Marshfiled Police Chief Phil Tavares speak with WATD's Christine James about safety plans for July 4th. https://youtu.be/_E9xZKIAhc0 Town of Marshfield...
South Shore July 4th Events
July 2nd: Hingham: All American Picnic and Dance Party, Hingham Harbor Bandstand, Otis Street Hingham, (3:00 - 9:00 pm). Gather at Hingham Harbor for an All-American Picnic and Dance Party. Presented by the town’s Harbor Development Committee and Hingham Historical...
Closure At Blue Hill Observatory
A closure is in effect at the Blue Hill Observatory and Science Center. The observatory says that the closure began Tuesday and will be in effect through Thursday. The closure was caused by what’s being described as “an incident overnight that requires repairs.”...
Plymouth Prepares for July 4th Parade
Parade and Fireworks set for Saturday As Plymouth prepares for Saturday's Fourth of July parade, donations are still needed. WATD's Tom Gorman has more. https://youtu.be/-WLPc6g1Z6w
Meet our Pet of the Week, Lolly
We want you to meet Lolly is a gorgeous Pit Bull mix born on May 23, 2025, weighing approximately 65 pounds. She is currently in Tennessee and is available for both foster and adoption. Lolly is being featured by the great people at Buddy and Friends Animal Rescue in...
Marshfield Man Arrested At Duxbury Beach
A Marshfield man is facing charges following an arrest at Duxbury Beach. Duxbury Police say that at around 9:30 p.m. Tuesday they received a report of a male vomiting outside a Jeep Wrangler in the area of Chandler St. Officers arrived on scene but the vehicle had...
Norwell Play Highlights Revolutionary War Brothers
Wendy Bawabe, President of the Norwell Historical Society, speaks with WATD's Christine James about an event coming up this Sunday. https://youtu.be/8x5_zIJ1Qz8 Norwell Historical Society Militia, Warships Duke It Out At Battle Of Gloucester
Brockton Shootng Suspects Sought
Brockton Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying suspects in three shooting incidents that occurred last Sunday following large gatherings throughout the city after a World Cup match. Investigators have obtained surveillance images and video related to...
Cruz Discusses Elder Abuse, Special Court
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz speaks with WATD's Christine James about the March Against Elder Abuse and a special court being set up to help those requiring special services. https://youtu.be/DryTLVao-JA Plymouth County District Attorney's Office Cruz...
Old Colony School Proposal Rejected
Second Time Propsoal Turned Down Voters again rejected the proposed $288 million Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School building project on Saturday. The five member towns voted 3,112 against the project and 1,923 in favor. Mattapoisett was the...
Quincy Hosts World Cup Watch Party
Outdoor Watch Party Draws Hundreds People of all ages enjoyed Quincy's World Cup soccer series watch parties. WATD's Tom Gorman was there. https://youtu.be/ERk2iSEawcY
Juneteenth Celebrated in Hingham
The South Shore Unity Council hosted its 6th annual Juneteenth celebration in Hingham on Friday, June 19th. WATD's Tom Gorman has details. https://youtu.be/sDrOorhFB78
Militia, Warships Duke It Out At Battle Of Gloucester
British warships and local militia exchanged gunfire at Stage Fort Park during a reenactment of the Battle of Gloucester this past weekend and WATD's Dan McCready was there. https://youtu.be/AxOK568YaDs Revolution 250 Commemoration Marks 250th Anniversary Of...
Meet our Pet of the Week, Tubs
It's time for you to get to know Tubs! Tubs- Tubs is a 3-year-old Frenchton (Boston terrier/French bulldog mix). Tubs is being featured courtesy of our friends at Kingston Animal Control/Shelter. Tubs is small, energetic, and vocal. He loves playing tug-o-war and...
WATD Remembers Bobbi Clark
Bobbi Clark, our long time WATD Plymouth Reporter, passed away on Wednesday, June 17. Bobbi was with WATD for more than 25 years, following a career in TV and radio news in Chicago, and throughout her professional life she worked hard to be accurate, fair, and kind. ...
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