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Casting Director Discusses SAG-AFTRA Strike
by Dan McCready | Jul 17, 2023 | News
Weymouth based Casting Director, and SAG-AFTRA member Jodi Purdy-Quinlan, talks with WATD's Dan McCready about the issues behind the strike and its local impact.
Meet Walden and Siri, a bonded pair of Yorkies with so much love to give!
by Lisa Azizian | Jul 17, 2023 | Pet of the Week
***PUPDATE: Walden and Siri have been adopted!! Say hello to Walden and Siri! Walden came into rescue with our friends at Yorkies Inc. with a severe liver issue that was repaired immediately and in true Yorkie fashion he survived! During his recovery, Siri came to...
Two Dirt Bike Riders Suffer Fatal Injuries after Crash with Vehicle in Wareham
by Lenny Rowe | Jul 16, 2023 | News
Wareham and State Police are investigating after two people suffered fatal injuries in a dirt bike crash. Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz says around 10:52 p.m. on Saturday, two 9-1-1 calls reported a crash between a dirt bike and a vehicle near 121 Marion...
Sullivan Discusses Brockton Hospital, Groundbreaking, Royal Visit
by Dan McCready | Jul 14, 2023 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan gives WATD's Dan McCready an update on the status of Brockton Hospital, the groundbreaking for the Public Safety Building, and a visit from African royals.
Warrant Issued For Man In Connection With Shooting At Myles Standish State Forest
by Lenny Rowe | Jul 14, 2023 | News
An arrest warrant has been issued for a man wanted in connection to a fatal shooting in the Myles Standish State Forest. Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz says the warrant is for 20-year-old John Geovanni Pires Monteiromacedo. On Wednesday afternoon, Plymouth...
Busy Real Estate Market Remains In Plymouth County
by Christine James | Jul 14, 2023 | News
Checking the Plymouth County real estate numbers for June and there are a few things of note; it was the busiest month of the year to date in real estate sales, and the number of refinances came in with the second most recordings this year. Plymouth County Register of...
Missing Holbrook Man Found Dead
by Dan McCready | Jul 14, 2023 | News
A missing Holbrook man has been found dead. The Norfolk District Attorney’s Office says that the body of 49-year-old Steven O'Connell was found by police Thursday afternoon in an abandoned building a short distance from his home. He was last seen on Tuesday. The...
Officials Need Your Help Locating This Missing Holbrook Man
by Dan McCready | Jul 13, 2023 | News
Officials are trying to locate a missing Holbrook man. Holbrook Police say 49-year-old Steven O’Donnell was last seen around 1 p.m. Tuesday at his home on Evelyn Road. He may be carrying a backpack. Residents of Center and Union Streets, and the surrounding areas, are...
Replica of the First Ship to Sail Around the World, Now Docked in Plymouth Harbor
by Bobbi Clark | Jul 13, 2023 | News
In Plymouth, the tall ship Nao Trinidad, is a Spanish ship, and the flag of Spain can now be seen rippling in the breeze, flying from the ship’s stern, in the harbor. The vessel is a replica of the first ship to sail around the world—and the history books say this...
Cohasset Select Board Responds To AG Ruling
by Dan McCready | Jul 12, 2023 | News
The Cohasset Select Board is responding to a recent ruling by the Attorney General’s Office regarding a law that would impact Scituate’s waterways. The board’s chair Jean Healey Dippold says they are looking at their next steps. Scituate officials however,...
Kingston Selectmen Learn About Plans For Sacred Heart Property
by Dan McCready | Jul 12, 2023 | News
Kimberley Emberg, Chair of the Kingston Board of Selectmen, gives WATD's Dan McCready a recap of a presentation they were given regarding the Sacred Heart High School Property.
Three People Charged after Armed Robbery in Pembroke
by Lenny Rowe | Jul 12, 2023 | News
Pembroke Police say three people are facing charges after an armed robbery. On Saturday, officers responded to Summer Path Way after a caller reported that he was robbed at gunpoint. The victim told police he was trying to complete a transaction that stated online,...
Plympton Police and Fire Departments Respond to Fatal Crash on Palmer Road
by Lenny Rowe | Jul 11, 2023 | News
A Plympton man was killed, and a person was transported to the hospital after a roll-over crash near the town’s Police Station. Chief Matthew Ahl says around 2:07 p.m. on Tuesday, they responded to a two-vehicle crash on Palmer Road. On arrival, officers located a...
FULL EPISODE: Rox Talk (July 10, 2023)
by Quinn Kelly | Jul 11, 2023 | News, Sports News
On this week's episode of Rox Talk, host Quinn Kelly and Brockton Rox Director of Broadcasting Brett Chaves talk about the Rox recent skid, and turn a hopeful eye towards an opportunity-filled week. Miss an episode? Find every episode of Rox Talk HERE. Plus, a look at...
Members Appointed To Plymouth Charter Review Committee
by Dan McCready | Jul 11, 2023 | News
Plymouth Town Moderator Steven Triffletti speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the appointments made Monday to the town's Charter Review Committee.
Veterans’ Voice Food Drive Thru Thursday, July 13th at WATD Studios
by Site Admin | Jul 11, 2023 | South Shore Events
The next Veterans' Voice WATD/WMEX Food Drive thru is this Thursday the 13th from 10:45 - 12:30 at the WATD Studios, 130 Enterprise Drive in Marshfield. Open to all, veterans, friends & family, and the public. No registration required and the cost is free. ...
Mistrial Declared in Trial for Man Charged with the Murders of a Weymouth Police Officer, Innocent Bystander
by Lenny Rowe | Jul 10, 2023 | News
A mistrial has been declared after a jury was unable to reach a verdict in the trial for a man accused of fatally shooting a Weymouth Police Sergeant and an innocent bystander. After jurors had a question this morning, Judge Beverly Cannone said their service was...
Two People Injured after Shooting Outside Brockton District Court
by Lenny Rowe | Jul 10, 2023 | News
Brockton Police say two people are in custody, and two people were transported to a hospital after a shooting outside of the District Courthouse. Police spokesman Darren Duarte says just after 12:30 Monday, officers responded to the area of 215 Main Street....
Kearney Discusses State Budget, MBTA
by Dan McCready | Jul 10, 2023 | News
State Rep. Patrick Kearney speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the ongoing budget process and the state of the MBTA.
Timilty Discusses State Budget
by Dan McCready | Jul 10, 2023 | News
Acting Gov. Kimberly Driscoll signed an interim budget into law that will allow the state government will stay open for at least another month. Legislators are working to reconcile a budget release by Gov. Maura Healey in February; the House budget which was released...
Peaceful Meadows Closing Down Whitman Location
by Dan McCready | Jul 10, 2023 | News
Peaceful Meadows in Whitman is closing. JJManning Auctioneers announced on their Facebook page that the family is voluntarily selling after 61 years. They say there are four auction properties selling individually: the Ice Cream Shop including the Real Estate and the...
Mistrial Declared In Emanuel Lopes Trial
by Dan McCready | Jul 10, 2023 | News
A mistrial has been declared in the murder trial for Emanuel Lopes. The Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office confirmed the information for WATD News. Lopes was being charged with the murders of Weymouth Police Sgt. Michael Chesna and 77-year-old Vera Adams in...
Ready for a new love in your life? Meet Mac, our Pet of the Week!
by Lisa Azizian | Jul 10, 2023 | Pet of the Week
Say hello to Mac! The team at Buddy and Friends Animal Rescue is looking for a foster or adopter to make Mac's world complete. Mac is a super sweet and happy-go-lucky 3-year-old mixed-breed pup. His signature move is laying down with his back legs like frog legs and...
The Morning Show: Mon., July 10, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Jul 9, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Monday! Did you have a great 4th of July and week of? Let's check in at 7:45 with Diane Jordan for More Comfort Mondays. Diane, the owner of Natural Body Works in Kingston, creates this space to help bring us more comfort in our body, mind and soul. Check out...
The Morning Show: Tues., July 11, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | Jul 9, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Tuesday! Did you floss today? Dr. Sean O’Brien from Wiemeyer Dentistry joins us at 7:41 to talk about the importance of dental health. https://www.wiemeyerdentistry.com David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, joins us for his weekly tech talk segment at...
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