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Missing Whitman Man Found Safe
by Dan McCready | Sep 30, 2025 | News
A Whitman man who was reported missing on Monday afternoon has been found safe. John Madden was reported missing after walking away from a group home on Park Ave. on Monday afternoon around 3:30 p.m. The 57-year-old man was seen on surveillance footage near Town Hall...
Missing Man Found Safe in Bridgewater
by Dan McCready | Sep 30, 2025 | News
A man missing from a Bridgewater group home was found safe. Max Callaghan was reported missing on Sunday after he was last seen by staff at a group home on Main St. at approximately 10:20 p.m. Friday. He was found safe on Tuesday. No details were released of where he...
GATRA Workers Go On Strike
by Dan McCready | Sep 29, 2025 | News
A strike is currently underway with workers at the Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority, or GATRA. The Amalgamated Transit Union says that 135 members with Local 1548 out of Plymouth went on strike at 4:30 a.m. Monday. GATRA says there will be service...
Meet our Pet of the Week, Luna
by Rob Hakala | Sep 29, 2025 | Pet of the Week
Say hello to Luna! This sweet pittie girl has been waiting way too long for her forever couch. Found abandoned on the streets of the Carolinas, likely used as bait in dog fights (her scars tell a story she doesn’t like to dwell on), Luna has every reason not to trust...
Withdrawn: Article Calling For Moratorium On Earth Removal
by Bobbi Clark | Sep 29, 2025 | News
In Plymouth, the sponsors of a citizens’ petitioned article to place an almost year-long moratorium on all earth removal other than that which is allowed as a matter of right—have asked that the article not go forward, according to Planning Board Chairman Steven...
Sullivan Discusses Government Shutdown, Marciano House, Nigerian Flag
by Dan McCready | Sep 28, 2025 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the looming government shutdown, a historical designation for the home of former boxing legend Rocky Marciano, and flag raising ceremony for the flag of Nigeria. https://youtu.be/nZ-a7BFqEgs Rocky...
Ayers Discusses Legislation Regarding Concealed License Plates
by Christine James | Sep 28, 2025 | News
State Rep. Bruce Ayers spoke with WATD's Christine James about legislation he's filed regarding items that may obstruct a displayed license plate. https://youtu.be/yRvSsLjiA7E Bruce Ayers Rep. Ayers Discusses New Drone Laws
Plymouth DA Discusses Organized Retail Theft
by Christine James | Sep 26, 2025 | News
Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz speaks with WATD's Christine James about organized retail theft rings. https://youtu.be/CGPRsjWnwT8 Cruz Discusses Parole Hearing, Community Court Plymouth County District Attorney's Office
Hanover Residents Outraged Over Charlie Kirk Post
by Tom Gorman | Sep 25, 2025 | News
Hanover residents gathered at this week's select board meeting to voice outrage over a social media post by board member Vanessa O'Connor about the assassination of political activist Charlie Kirk. https://youtu.be/HHwuCqunjks Town Of Hanover Man and Dogs Rescued...
Harvest Festival This Weekend
by Christine James | Sep 25, 2025 | News
Plymouth County Sheriff Joe McDonald speaks with WATD's Christine James about the upcoming Harvest Festival and Health and Wellness Fair taking place on Saturday. https://youtu.be/XsYCTyC9xsY Plymouth County Sheriff's Office Fall Festival To Be Held In Rockland...
TIC Presents Radio Play “RailRoaded”
by Tom Gorman | Sep 24, 2025 | News
The Talking Information Center is presenting its radio play, "Railroaded" tonight (Thursday, Sept. 25) at 7 pm. It's an old time radio show, "Nightbeat," the story about a reporter and some of the stories he investigates.
Man and Dogs Rescued From Truck Crash in River
by Tom Gorman | Sep 24, 2025 | News
A man and his two dogs were rescued after their pickup truck went over a guardrail and landed in a river in East Bridgewater. The crash happened yesterday (Wednesday) morning just before four. Police and fire officials say a Boston man was driving his pickup on...
Pembroke Holds Forum on Joining South Shore Tech School District
by Tom Gorman | Sep 24, 2025 | News
Pembroke Chamber of Commerce members Peter Brown and Fraser Townley talk about a forum tonight (Thursday, Sept. 25) from 6 pm to 8 pm at the Pembroke Library about a proposal for the town to join the South Shore Regional Technical School district. ...
You Snooped, He Slipped… Now Deal With It Like a Queen
by Francesca Luca | Sep 24, 2025 | The South Shore's Morning News
Let’s not pretend. You snooped. His phone was there, curiosity got the best of you, and you saw a flirty little message from his ex. Now your stomach’s in knots and your mind’s spinning. Is it cheating? Not exactly. Is it disrespectful? Absolutely. And now you’re...
Fall Festival To Be Held In Rockland
by Christine James | Sep 23, 2025 | News
Christine Flaherty, the Rockland Recreation Project Manager, and Olivia McCormack, the Rockland Recreation Event Manager, discuss their upcoming Fall Festival. https://youtu.be/M_wF2H4nxv4 The Rockland Fall Festival will be held on September 27 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m....
Marshfield Vets Agents Discuss Upcoming Coffee
by Christine James | Sep 22, 2025 | News
Marshfield Director of Veterans' Services Carin Paulette and Assistant Director Lisa Potts spoke with WATD's Christine James about their coffee on Wednesday that will have a Social Security focus. https://youtu.be/EMX_aMU0D1o Marshfield Veterans Services...
Body In Wareham Identified As Missing Woman
by Dan McCready | Sep 22, 2025 | News
The body of a woman found in Wareham has been identified. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office says that at approximately 10 a.m. Friday the Massachusetts State Police located an unidentified female body in a wooded area along train tracks near 419 Main St....
Plymouth: Over 3 Million In Hotel/Motel Tax Dollars Distributed By The Visitor Services Board
by Bobbi Clark | Sep 22, 2025 | News
In Plymouth, there is a 6% hotel/motel tax and this year it represents a little over three million dollars in taxes that come to the Town. 45% of that amount is put into the promotion fund to promote tourism, according to Lee Hartmann, Director of Planning and...
Rocky Marciano’s House Added To Register Of Historical Places
by WATD 95.9 FM | Sep 22, 2025 | News
The home of Rocky Marciano, the famous heavyweight boxer from Brockton, was added to the National Register of Historical Places at a ceremony outside the property on Saturday. WATD’s Christian Maitre reports. https://youtu.be/qI221xvTnsQ National Register of Historic...
Transportation Secretary Threatens To Withdraw Federal Funding For The MBTA
by Dan McCready | Sep 19, 2025 | News
A Trump Administration Official has said the MBTA is at risk of losing its federal funding. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy issued a statement on Friday calling for “immediate action and accountability” following recent incidents on the transit system including...
Teamsters, Republic Reach Deal To End Trash Strike
by Dan McCready | Sep 19, 2025 | News
The Republic Trash Strike has ended. Teamsters Local 25 says their members voted “overwhelmingly” to approve a new contract ending the 82-day strike which affected 14 communities, including Canton, and many other commercial customers. Republic Services released a...
Cruz Discusses Parole Hearing, Community Court
by Christine James | Sep 18, 2025 | News
Plymouth Co. District Attorney Tim Cruz speaks with WATD's Christine James about the parole hearing for Robert Morganti and the establishment of a "Community Court" in Brockton. https://youtu.be/HQiU0ukllJ4 Plymouth Co. District Attorney's Office Sheriff Discusses...
The ‘Separated’ Life: When Marriage Stretches Beyond Decades
by Francesca Luca | Sep 18, 2025 | News
They delay. Deflect. Disappear. They keep things light, chill, casual, even when it’s very obviously not. And when you say, “Hey, this makes me uncomfortable,” and he goes, “It’s not a big deal”… Red. Flag. Babe. Because he’s not just brushing off the issue, He’s...
Sheriff Discusses Campaign Cash Controversy
by Christine James | Sep 18, 2025 | News
Norfolk Sheriff Patrick McDermott speaks with WATD's Christine James about a controversy involving how money raised for his campaign was spent. https://youtu.be/hahKKqrhPLY Norfolk Sheriff's Office Cruz Discusses Parole Hearing, Community Court
Sullivan Discusses Rocky Marciano Home, The Walking Dead, And Brockton Greek Festival
by Dan McCready | Sep 18, 2025 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about topics including a historical designation for the former home of boxing legend Rocky Marciano, the AMC 'The Walking Dead' spinoff series filming in the city, and the Brockton Greek Food Festival....
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