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Scituate 7th and 8th Graders to Play “Wig Out” Fundraiser to Benefit Cancer Research
The Scituate Middle School Jazz Band will be playing in a “Wig Out” fundraiser tonight to benefit cancer research. WATD’s Lenny Rowe files this report. Seventh and eighth graders in the Gates Middle School Jazz Band say “Fat Burger” by George Vincent is one of...
Moonlight on the Marsh to Support Ferry Hill Center in Marshfield
A fun & funky fundraiser at Ferry Hill in August! Support this historic property and enjoy a night out ~ August 13th! $50/person.
Rockland Farmers Market Returns “Bigger and Better”
Jeanne Blaney, the Recreation Director in Rockland, and Alyson Le Phipps, the Market Manager for the Rockland Farmers Market, joined WATD’s Christine James to discuss events that are planned through the fall. The markets take place every other weekend, and include...
June 9 Veterans’ Food Drive Thru
An early morning rain storm on Thursday didn't stop the crew from Veterans' Voice as they distributed roughly 4,500 pounds of food in front of the WATD Studios in Marshfield. https://youtu.be/HqHubWoIvOw Photo & Video By: Dan McCready
6.9.22: Veteran’s Voice Network Food Drive-Thru at WATD
Join us at the WATD Studios on every second Thursday of the month for a free food drive-thru, courtesy of The Veteran's Voice Network. Veterans, their families and the general public are welcome. No registration required.
Mini’s Run in Memory of Shana Warner Raises Awareness, Support for Domestic Violence Survivors
The second Mini’s Run was held in East Bridgewater, with a goal of raising awareness about domestic violence, and supporting survivors. It’s named after Shana Warner, who was killed by her estranged husband along Route 3A in Marshfield in 2018. Kat Bartlett of Kat’s...
Live Broadcast from The Curtain House in Pembroke
Join WATD’s Rob Hakala Friday (6/3) from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm at the Curtain House, Route 53 in Pembroke. Check out the latest styles and colors for spring and summer at this sale event. Win a gift certificate to the Curtain House and the new Tolson’s Tap & Tavern....
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
The March Against Elder Abuse will take place on June 16th on Water Street in Plymouth.
Clinical Career Fair on June 8th in Brockton
A Clinical Career Fair will be held on Wednesday, June 8th at the Brockton Hospital School of Nursing from 1 - 5 PM.
Scenes From The May 12 Veterans Food Drive Thru
The "Goon Squad" was out in force on Thursday handing out roughly 5,000 pounds of food to cars that came to the WATD Studios at 130 Enterprise Dr. in Marshfield for the Veterans Food Drive Thru. https://youtu.be/S3sn_qHs2W0 Video Shot & Edited By: Dan McCready...
TIC To Hold Gratitude Gala
Food, fun, auctions items and a chance to help the Talking Information Center, a radio reading service for the blind and print handicapped, is what the TIC Gratitude Gala is all about on June 2nd. Christine James got details from Executive Director, Anna Dunbar. ...
Quincy Cleanup On Saturday
David Murphy, Commissioner of Natural Resources for the City of Quincy, speaks with WATD's Dan McCready about the "Cleaner, Greener Quincy" Program taking place on Saturday.
Southeast Mass 4-H Spring Spectacular Event in Plymouth
Southeast Mass 4-H Spring Spectacular event is on Saturday, May 7th in Plymouth. The free event will feature workshops on 4-H project areas.
Author Talks, Spring 2022 Series in Kingston
On Thursday, April 28th the Kingston Public Library presents Author Talks with Rebecca Pacheco at 7 PM. KINGSTONPUBLICLIBRARY.ORG
Thank You Event in Honor of Wounded Veterans
On Saturday, June 4th Veterans' Voice Radio and iPods for Wounded Veterans will hold a thank you event at the Elks Post #2494 in Marshfield.
Plymouth Community Health & Safety Fair
The Plymouth Community Health & Safety Fair will be held on April 30th from 10 -2 PM at Plymouth North High School.
TIC Rappers Perform Agatha Christie Thriller
The TIC Radio and Podcast Players staged a production of Agatha Christie’s “The ABC Murders”. Laura Kerrigan took the helm as director with Rick Mason as Alexander Bonepart Cust “ABC” and the Butler; Joe O’Connor as Clark and the Man In Black; Alison Davies as Lily...
Pembroke Fisheries Festival on Hold Due to Declining Herring Count
The Pembroke Herring Fisheries Commission was planning a fisheries festival this weekend, but Superintendent Bill Boulter says those plans are on hold. He says the commission has spent weekends cleaning streams to the North River. In the winter, they found a beaver...
Scenes From The April 14th Veterans’ Food Drive Thru
They got off to an early start as the Veterans' Food Drive Thru distributed around 6,000 pounds of food in front of the WATD Studios in Marshfield. https://youtu.be/33JxcXjdS9k Photo Credit: Dan McCready
27th Annual Easter Egg Hunt in Scituate
Recreation Department 27th Annual Easter Egg Hunt For Children 3-6 Years Old Date: April 16, 2022 Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Website: https://www.scituatema.gov/scituate-recreation-department Event Description: Bring your basket, wear your outdoor shoes and join the...
Pembroke Herring Commissioners Join WATD to Preview 2022 Fisheries Festival
Christine James speaks with Teresa Harling, a Commissioner with the Pembroke Herring Fisheries Commission, and Bill Boulter, Superintendent of the Pembroke Herring Fisheries Commission, about the upcoming Fisheries Festival. Photo Credit: Lenny Rowe
Food Drive for Marshfield Food Pantry
TIC or the Talking information Center is holding a food drive to help collect items for the Marshfield Food Pantry, right now through April 22nd. Operations Assistant Liz Vandenberg says bring in non-perishable food items, personal hygiene items and pet food to...
Plympton Police Selling Patches for Autism Awareness
The Plympton Police Department is selling patches to help increase autism awareness and acceptance. Special Police Officer Laicey Ieronimo said patches are $10 each, and all proceeds will go to the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation. “One in every 59 children in the U.S.A is...
Brockton Collecting Supplies For Ukraine
The City of Brockton is partnering with the Full Gospel Church in Westfield to collect supplies for the people of Ukraine. City officials say they will be collecting items such as thermal wear, adult socks, first aid kits, containers for liquids (water, fuel,...
39th Annual Duxbury Spring Antique Show
For nearly 40 years, the Duxbury High School All-Sports Boosters has held one of the biggest Antique shows in Massachusetts. The tradition is BACK after two years. Join them for what many consider one of the best weekends in Duxbury! Browse, shop and support the...
WATD Hosts Charitable Food Drive Thru Today
Cars will be once again lining up in front of Enterprise Dr. in Marshfield today (Thursday) as WATD will be hosting another Veterans' Food Drive Thru. All are welcome and no registration is required. Veterans Voice Host Gregg Brasso says that food is also...
Bone Marrow Drive for Shane McColgan
Be the match, stop by and swab for Shane on March 9th in Pembroke, at the Knights of Columbus from 3 to 7 p.m. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Virtual Auction Helps Support Your Community
The Rotary Club of Plymouth presents their 27th Annual Auction online occurring between February 28th thru March 13th. Once again they will be holding the auction virtually.
Wareham Vet Seeks Help After Oil Tank May Lead To Loss Of Home
Marshfield Veterans' Service Officer Carin Paulette and Assistant Veterans' Service Officer Lisa Potts joined local veteran Brian Proctor and his wife Emmaline to speak with WATD's Christine James how a leaking oil tank, not covered by insurance, may cost them their...
Bluegrass Night with WSU Bluegrass Band in Scituate
The Scituate Historical Society will hold a Bluegrass night with WSU Bluegrass Band at the GAR Hall 353 Country Way, Scituate on Saturday, February 19th at 7:00 pm . Burke's Alewerks will be on hand with a variety of ales for purchase. Harbor House of Pizza slices,...