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Bear Sighting Reported In Plymouth
by Dan McCready | May 29, 2023 | News
Plymouth Police are warning people that a bear was spotted in town. Police say the bear, named Buster, has been seen foraging through peoples’ trash on Bourne Rd. They also say residents should take down bird feeders and not leave small pets unattended outside. Other...
A Look At The Historical Origins Of Memorial Day
by Dan McCready | May 29, 2023 | News
Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian at the Massachusetts Historical Society, spoke with WATD's Dan McCready about the history behind the Memorial Day holiday.
Retired Navy SEAL Discusses Memorial Day
by Dan McCready | May 29, 2023 | News
Retired Navy Seal Tony O'Brien gives WATD's Dan McCready his perspective on Memorial Day.
It’s time to find Baxter a new home!
by Lisa Azizian | May 29, 2023 | Pet of the Week
Do you hear that? Hound lovers can. That is the sound of Baxter baying hello...again! You may remember we featured Baxter not too long ago. Well our friends at Scituate Animal Shelter tell us they are wishing and hoping this pup finds a home soon, he's been in the...
Man Arraigned in Murder of Bridgewater Woman
by Site Admin | May 29, 2023 | News
From the Office of the Plymouth District Attorney: BROCKTON – A man has pleaded not guilty to a charge that he bludgeoned his Bridgewater neighbor to death, Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy J. Cruz has announced. On Friday afternoon, Dinis Moreira, 69, of...
Charges Filed Against Quincy Man Shot During Stoughton Road Rage Incident
by Dan McCready | May 29, 2023 | News
A Quincy man shot during a alleged road rage incident in Stoughton has been arrested. Stoughton Police say that on Wednesday night at around 9 p.m. 39-year-old Anh Kieu encountered a man at 7/11 on Washington St. in Canton where he allegedly pointed a gun at him. The...
Hull Files Second Emergency Motion For Certification Of Town Election
by Dan McCready | May 26, 2023 | News
The Town of Hull filed a second emergency motion as they seek to get results certified from the May 15 Annual Town Election. Town Clerk Lori West says the motion was filed on Wednesday with the Plymouth County Superior Court and that they provided additional...
Memorial Day Events Around the South Shore
by Lenny Rowe | May 26, 2023 | South Shore Events
Memorial Day events around the South Shore: Abington – Ceremony to take place at 9 a.m. on Monday inside the Mt. Vernon Cemetery. Braintree – Flags of our Families” tribute at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office’s Public Safety complex at 2015...
Cohasset Students Beam Questions to NASA Astronaut Aboard International Space Station
by Lenny Rowe | May 26, 2023 | News
Cohasset students recently got a learning experience that was truly out of this world. Orbiting about 250 miles above the earth, the International Space Station is the host to a science laboratory where astronauts live and work. A group of 15 students, including...
Crews Respond To 3-Alarm Fire In Quincy
by Dan McCready | May 26, 2023 | News
Crews are on scene at a three alarm fire in Quincy. Norfolk County Control says the fire is taking place in an apartment building at 64 Willard St. At this time there is no official word regarding any potential damage or injuries. We are continuing to follow this...
Sullivan Discusses Brockton Hospital, Layoffs, And Rox Baseball
by Dan McCready | May 25, 2023 | News
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the latest developments when it comes to the re-opening of Brockton Hospital, Layoffs at the School Department, and the Brockton Rox.
Hall Becomes New Leader Of Urban League Of Eastern Mass
by Christine James | May 25, 2023 | News
Rahsaan Hall speaks with WATD's Christine James about his new role as the President and CEO of the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts.
Plymouth Town Moderator to Appoint Charter Review Committee
by Bobbi Clark | May 25, 2023 | News
In Plymouth, Town Moderator Steven Triffletti is planning to appoint a Charter Review Committee. This committee differs from an elected Charter Review Commission, in that a Charter Review Committee does not have the authority to change the form of government. However,...
Marshfield To Hold Memorial Day Observances
by Christine James | May 24, 2023 | News
Marshfield Veterans' Service Officer Carin Paulette and Assistant Veterans' Service Officer Lisa Potts spoke with WATD's Christine James about the town's upcoming Memorial Day Observances.
Search Continues For Missing Hanson Teen
by Dan McCready | May 24, 2023 | News
Authorities are asking for the public's help in the search for a missing teen from Hanson. Whitman Police say 13-year-old Kie McCormack ran away from New Bedford on May 16 and has not been found. Police say she has ties in Hanson, Whitman and surrounding towns. Anyone...
Marshfield Dog Park Project on Track for Summer Opening
by Lenny Rowe | May 24, 2023 | News
The Friends of the Marshfield Dog Park say work is nearly complete on the new park off Rockwood Road and Proprietors Drive. The group is putting the finishing touches as they approach a summer opening date. Erin Fitzpatrick, Vice-President of the non-profit...
The Morning Show: Mon, May 22, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | May 23, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome to Monday. Here's what we're starting our week with. At 7:45 Diane Jordan joins us for More Comfort Mondays. Brought to you by Natural Body Works in Kingston, Diane's mission is to help bring her clients - and you - more comfort to you body, mind and soul. ...
The Morning Show: Tues., May 22, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | May 23, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
It's Tuesday. Thanks for joining the show today. At 7:11 Rob talks with Dan and Scott from D.H. Smith & Sons on Route 139 in Marshfield. We’ll be talking about power equipment, landscape supplies and more. https://dhsmithandsons.com It's Tech Talk Tuesday at 8:10...
FULL EPISODE: Rox Talk (May 22, 2023)
by Quinn Kelly | May 23, 2023 | News, Sports News
On the debut episode of Rox Talk, host Quinn Kelly is joined by Brockton Rox Director of Broadcasting Brett Chaves. The two preview the upcoming season, and sit down with Rox manager Joe Logan to get his take on the 2023 squad. Listen to the full episode of Rox Talk...
Crews Respond To Garage Fire In Middleborough
by Dan McCready | May 23, 2023 | News
Crews were called to the scene of a garage fire in Middleborough Monday night. Fire officials say that at approximately 8:15 p.m., they received calls regarding a reported structure fire in the 200 block of Wood St. Crews arrived on scene to find a two car detached...
Local Leaders Discuss Impact Of Writers’ Strike
by Dan McCready | May 23, 2023 | News
Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll, Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan, join three Chamber of Commerce leaders to discuss this impact that the ongoing strike by members of the Writers' Guild of America could have on the South Shore's economy. WATD's Dan McCready files this report. Rob...
Plymouth North Baseball Joins the Sports Exchange
by Quinn Kelly | May 23, 2023 | News, Sports News
Listen to full episodes of the Sports Exchange HERE The Plymouth North baseball team is firmly in the hunt for another Patriot League Keenan Division title, and has its eyes set on a long postseason run as the 9th ranked team in Division 2. The Eagles are 12-5 thus...
The Morning Show: Wed., May 24, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | May 23, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Welcome to Wednesday! Let's chat with Amy Naples, Executive Director of the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce, who checks in each Wednesday at 7:41. www.plymouthchamber.com Are you having trouble with mosquitos and ticks? Well help is on the way! Rob talks with the...
The Morning Show: Thurs., May 25, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | May 23, 2023 | The South Shore's Morning News
Happy Thursday! Today Rob checks in with Lea Filson, President and CEO, from See Plymouth: The Official Tourism Site for the Town and County of Plymouth at 7:11. This will be the first of our seasonal weekly check-ins about what’s happening in the Plymouth area....
The Morning Show: Fri., May 26, 2023
by Lisa Azizian | May 23, 2023 | News, The South Shore's Morning News
It's Friday! Are we feeling good? Because it's Feel Good Friday with Attorney Mark Stiles from Stiles Law at 9:11! www.stiles-law.com
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