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Man Charged With Dragging State Trooper During Traffic Stop
by Dan McCready | Sep 14, 2023 | News
A Brockton man is facing charges after allegedly dragging a State Trooper during a traffic stop. Massachusetts State Police say that shortly before 6 p.m. Wednesday night a car was stopped on Montello St. in Brockton for motor vehicle violations. The driver,...
Hingham Resident Proposes Voting Law Change
by Christine James | Sep 13, 2023 | News
Hingham resident and college student Samantha Bevins speaks with WATD's Christine James about a proposal that would allow 17-year-olds to vote in primary elections if they will turn 18 by the time of the general election.
Scenes From The August 10 Veterans Food Drive Thru
by Dan McCready | Sep 13, 2023 | News
The Goon Squad wrapped up summer with their August Veterans Drive Thru. https://youtu.be/cQ9gJDXkYQE?si=jljQlgFfgSfApzaN
Milton Football Joins the Sports Exchange
by Quinn Kelly | Sep 12, 2023 | News, Sports News
Listen to full episodes of the Sports Exchange HERE There was no shortage of turnover from a Milton group that fell just short of a state title in their first appearance at Gillette Stadium last season. Bill Wilhelm Award finalist Owen McHugh is gone, as well as some...
Kearney Discusses Migrant Crisis, MBTA, Audit
by Dan McCready | Sep 12, 2023 | News
State Rep. Patrick Kearney speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the migrant crisis, the latest findings in recently released reports on the MBTA, and a proposed ballot question from State Auditor Diana DiZoglio.
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony Held in Marshfield
by David Cedrone | Sep 11, 2023 | News
The Marshfield Fire Department held a 9/11 remembrance ceremony Monday at headquarters to honor those lost 22 years ago. WATD's David Cedrone was there, and files this report:
LISTEN: Hanover Football Recounts Big Win
by Quinn Kelly | Sep 11, 2023 | News, Sports News
Listen to full episodes of the Sports Exchange HERE It's hard to argue that anybody scored a bigger opening week win than the Hanover Hawks. Marching into Duxbury and coming away with a win is tough enough for any opponent. Just one team (Franklin) has beaten the...
Turners Pond To Close As Search Continues For Missing Man
by Dan McCready | Sep 11, 2023 | News
A search in Milton will lead to closures near Turners Pond. The Milton Police Department says that at approximately 8 a.m. Tuesday walking trails and parking lots will be closed to the public. The closures are part of their efforts to locate missing person Kevin...
The Morning Show: Mon., Sept. 11, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Sep 10, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Patriot’s Day Today we remember, reflect, and honor those we lost on September 11, 2001. At 7:45 Diane Jordan, owner of Natural Body Works in Kingston, joins us for More Comfort Mondays. Diane's mission is to help bring more comfort to our body, mind and soul....
The Morning Show: Tues., Sept. 12, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Sep 10, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Hello Tuesday. This morning at 7:41 Rob talks with AVP/Financial Education Development & Strategy Office Julie Beckham, “aka Ms. Money”, from Rockland Trust. Julie has performed the award-winning “Ms. Money & the Coins” demonstration at nearly 200 elementary...
The Morning Show: Thurs., Sept. 13, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Sep 10, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome to Wednesday. It's time to check in with Amy Naples, Executive Director, from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce at 7:41. www.plymouthchamber.com
The Morning Show: Thurs., Sept. 14, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Sep 10, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's time to lace up those sneakers and get outside and experience the South Shore “Walk of the Week” with John Galluzzo, each and every Thursday through spring, summer and fall at 6:56 here on the morning show! Tim Cahill, President and Executive Director, from the...
The Morning Show: Fri., Sept. 15, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Sep 10, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome to Friday! At 7:11 it’s time to “Name that Tune” with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic. Steven picks out some great tunes and you have to be the first to guess the song. www.plymouthphil.org John Galluzzo joins us in-studio at 7:40 to...
How can you resist this face? Meet our pet of the week, Lacey!
by Lisa Azizian | Sep 10, 2023 | Pet of the Week
This right here is 120 lbs. of pure Bullmastiff love. Meet Lacey, the dog with the most perfect personality. She can blend into any home, giving you all the love. Lacey is 7-years-old and the most gentle giant. Our friends at the Scituate Animal Shelter tell us Lacey...
MBTA Releases Findings Of Track Safety Reports
by Dan McCready | Sep 8, 2023 | News
MBTA General Manager and CEO Phillip Eng addressed the release of two pivotal reports focused on a track maintenance safety evaluation. Eng said one of the tasks they have been working on since his tenure has begun has been to establish standard operating...
What we learned from Hanover’s 28-18 win over Duxbury
by Quinn Kelly | Sep 8, 2023 | News, Sports News
As the clock hit triple zeroes in Duxbury, and Hanover cemented its season-opening win, the power shifted in the Patriot League. While the game wasn’t a league contest, the Dragons hadn’t lost a regular season game to a team on either side of the Patriot League since...
Milton Porchfest To Take Place This Weekend
by Dan McCready | Sep 8, 2023 | News
Event Organizer Kate Middleton speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the 6th Annual Milton Porchfest taking place on Saturday. Milton Porchfest will take place in the Columbine Cliffs neighborhood from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more information click here.
DeCoste Discusses Migrant Situation
by Dan McCready | Sep 8, 2023 | News
State Rep. Dave DeCoste gives WATD's Dan McCready a recap of his meeting with Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll and other administration officials.
Home Prices Stabilizing In Plymouth County
by Dan McCready | Sep 8, 2023 | News
Plymouth County Register of Deeds John Buckley speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the latest real estate numbers.
Quincy Man Facing Bank Fraud Charges
by Dan McCready | Sep 8, 2023 | News
A Quincy man is facing charges in connection with a bank fraud scheme involving approximately 114 counterfeit checks. The U.S. Attorney’s Office says that 41-year-old Hui Zhang is accused of opening fraudulent bank accounts under false identities, depositing over $1...
Brockton Mayor Discusses School Budget Deficit
by Dan McCready | Sep 7, 2023 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the recently discovered $14.4 million school department deficit and Wednesday night's School Committee meeting.
Plymouth to Propose a Way to Rid the Town of Vacant, Rundown Properties
by Bobbi Clark | Sep 7, 2023 | News
In Plymouth, when there are properties around town that are considered a blight and a nuisance, such as vacant rundown buildings, the town currently has limited ability to enforce a remedy. To change that, Building Inspector Nick Mayo brings Article 5-a bylaw...
Two Big Events Coming Up This Weekend To Commemorate And Remember
by Dan McCready | Sep 6, 2023 | News, South Shore Events
Mike Garner and Karen Fabrizio joined WATD's Christine James in studio to discuss Saturday's "Walk For Conrad's Law" and Sunday's "Mike 'Slicky' Garner Memorial Run."
No Charges To Be Filed In Fatal Hingham Crash
by Dan McCready | Sep 6, 2023 | News
No charges will be filed in connection with a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and SUV. Hingham Police say the crash took place shortly before 5 p.m. Monday on Beal St. near the intersection of North St. and West St. A preliminary investigation has determined that...
Patient Transported From Cruise Ship Off Cape Cod
by Dan McCready | Sep 6, 2023 | News
A cruise ship passenger was Medevaced off Cape Cod on Monday night. The Coast Guard says that at 6:35 p.m. they received a report from the Carnival Legend that a woman on board the cruise ship was experiencing abdominal pains and had been vomiting throughout the day....
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