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Hull Home a “Total Loss” After Three-Alarm Fire
In Hull, firefighters faced wind and tough conditions during a three-alarm fire at a home. Fire Chief Chris Russo says they responded to 5 Q Street around 5:30 p.m. yesterday. “When they got on scene, they had heavy fire on the first floor. We had reports that people...
Emergency Water Ban in Effect in Pembroke
In Pembroke, an emergency water ban is in effect until further notice. The town is in the process of rehabilitating water production wells, with an estimated completion date of June 23rd. Until then, the town is not able to meet demand created by outdoor water usage....
Whitman-Hanson Baseball Joins the Sports Exchange
Listen to full episodes of the Sports Exchange HERE Currently ranked #6 in Division 2, the Whitman-Hanson baseball team is in great shape as eyes across the Commonwealth turn towards the playoffs. The Panthers are 11-3 thus far on the season under first year head...
Missing Boy Found Dead Near Castle Island
Update: The State Police say they located the body of 4-year-old Mohamed Fofana on the shoreline of Castle Island. The detective unit for Suffolk County will conduct an investigation into his death. Original post: The search is continuing on Castle Island for a...
Our Pet of the Week Callie wants to be your one and only girl!
Say hello to Callie! Callie is a 6-year-old mix breed dog who would love to find a forever home to spend the second half of her life in. Callie, through no fault of her own, came to CARE, Southcoast Center for Animal Rescue and Education after her human dad had to be...
The Oscar Mayer Weinermobile Rolls Into Plymouth
The Oscar Mayer Weinermobile rolled into Plymouth on Thursday and WATD's Dan McCready Relished the opportunity to Ketchup with them. https://youtu.be/zdGJ4frOW0k
Hanover Election Results
In Hanover, two contested races were on the ballot for the Annual Town Election. For School Committee – Peter Miraglia was re-elected with 802 votes. Jaclyn Jorgenson was elected to the other seat with 768 votes. Lisa Adams had 403 votes. For Library Trustee, Pimhatai...
Cohasset Election Results
In Cohasset’s town election, unofficial results show Ellen Maher was elected to the Select Board with 1,061 votes. Chris Plecs was elected with 872 votes. Paul Laugelle had 645 votes. For Library Trustees, all three incumbents were reelected. Carolyn Coffey had 1,086...
Pembroke Voters Approve $61M Public Safety Buildings at Town Election
In Pembroke, unofficial results are in for the Town Election. Residents approved the Public Safety Buildings Project, with 1,184 “yes” votes and 937 “no” votes. The $61 million dollar project was approved with 215 “yes” votes and 62 “no” votes at Town Meeting. The...
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan Discusses Summer Programs, End of COVID Emergency, Brockton Hospital Repairs
Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan joined WATD to discuss summer programs, the end of the global COVID-19 emergency, and the restoration of Brockton Hospital. Listen to his interview with WATD's Dan McCready here:
Norwell Baseball Team Lines Main Streets with American Flags for Memorial Day
Norwell is continuing a tradition of lining the main streets with American flags, and getting them up before Memorial day. Norwell veterans agent Dave Osborne says he hopes people will use the ones they have, or if they need a flag, he can help out with that, too....
Real Estate Activity Relatively Low, Home Prices Still High In Plymouth County
Plymouth County Register of Deeds John Buckley gives WATD's Dan McCready an overview of the latest real estate numbers.
Brockton Man Facing Murder Charges Accused of Trying to Obtain Passport
A Brockton man facing charges for two murders, is facing federal charges for trying to obtain a replacement passport. The U.S. The Attorney's Office says 40-year-old Johnny Barros Brandao was accused of requesting a replacement passport after saying his had been...
Kingston Man Facing Charges Following Middleborough Robbery
A Kingston man is facing charges following an armed robbery. Middleborough Police say that shortly after 5 p.m. Tuesday a man wearing all-black clothing entered the Sunoco Mart at 157 Main St., reached over the counter and grabbed money. The clerk said the suspect may...
Muratore Gives Update On The State Budget
State Representative Mathew Muratore gives WATD's Dan McCready an update on the Legislature efforts to finalize a state budget.
Cohasset Police Trying To Identify Kayak
A search is underway after a kayak was found. Cohasset Police say their Marine unit and the U.S. Coast Guard are searching an area off Minot Light after an abandoned kayak found adrift. Anyone who recognizes this kayak is being asked to call Cohasset Police at...
Pembroke Voters Approve $61M Public Safety Buildings Project at Town Meeting
In Pembroke, a $61 million public safety buildings project moves forward to the Town Election Ballot. At Tuesday's Town Meeting, voters approved an article for the project with 215 “yes” votes, and 62 “no” votes. The project would build a new Police and Fire...
Quincy Fire Announces Addition Of New Ladder Truck
Quincy Fire Chief Joseph Jackson announced on Tuesday that the city would be putting a fourth ladder truck into service. Mayor Tom Koch said this will improve response times for residents throughout the city. Ladder 4 has been out of service since...
Annual Spring Heirloom Plant Sale at Plimoth Patuxet
Sow the seeds of history this year with Plimoth Patuxet Museums' Annual Spring Heirloom Plant Sale -- offering a bountiful selection of more than 70 types of heirloom species! Our favorite heirloom herbs, vegetables, and flowers that are grown in the 17th-Century...
Marshfield Benches Honor Late Residents, Danny Sheehan and David Moeykens
In Marshfield, a ceremony was held to dedicate two new granite benches in front of the police station, made in memory of two residents. The benches are in memory of 15-year-old David Moeykens and eight-year-old Danny Sheehan. “Our Marshfield sons, who battled cancer...
Audio from WATD Political Forum for Plymouth Select Board Candidates
WATD hosted a political forum for Plymouth Select Board candidates. Six candidates are vying for two seats -- incumbent Dicky Quintal, Wrestling Brewster, Kevin Canty, Vedna Heywood, Frank Mand, and Everett Malaguti. Quintal was not present for the forum. Moderator...
Stories from the Song of the Whale
The Song of the Whale research vessel recently docked in Boston, and scientists aboard are hoping to learn how to protect right whales. North Atlantic right whales are a critically-endangered species, with fewer than 340 remaining. Song of the Whale studies the whales...
Turkeys Spotted In The WATD Parking Lot
Turkeys have been making their presence known outside Broadcast House at 130 Enterprise Dr. in Marshfield. https://youtu.be/n-SzH-5qkeI
Braintree Police Seek Help Identifying Car Break Suspects
Braintree Police are investigating a series of car breaks. Police say the breaks were reported Sunday morning and took place in the area of King Hill Rd. and Rome Dr. Anyone with information is being asked to contact Braintree Police at 781-843-1212 or by emailing...
Car Show in Hull to Benefit Veterans’ Events
Hull will host two car shows at Nantasket Beach in June and one in September. All the proceeds from the June event go to veterans' events. The September show will benefit Cops for Kids with Cancer.
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