Peter Drummey, of the Massachusetts Historical Society, discusses varied traditions associated with the observance of America's Independence Day.

A temporary closure is in effect on Route 3 South in Plymouth, MassDOT says the closure will begin at 7:30 a.m. Monday and remain in place “for several hours.” ...

In Plymouth: The July 4th schedule of events begins early at 7:30 in the morning with the 10th Annual 5K run. The parade begins at 9 a.m. and in the evening the Philharmonic is in concert at ...

The South Shore joins the nation celebrating July Fourth with parades and fireworks. A few towns hold celebrations before the Fourth. Weymouth’s Night Before the Fourth celebration begins at 5 p ...

The Town of Scituate has reported a water main leak affecting Egypt Ave., Carver Ave., Seaside Ave., and surrounding areas. While crews are investigating, residents in the area are being urged to ...

The State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a 4-alarm blaze that tore through the South Shore Sports Complex overnight. Multiple crews battled intense flames for before getting it under ...

WATD's Dan McCready and Rob Hakala went to Plymouth Municipal Airport where they were able to take a ride on the iconic Goodyear Blimp.

Former Bristol County District Attorney Sam Sutter gives WATD's Christine James his perspective on the verdicts in the second Karen Read Murder Trial.

Paws n’ Claws is a weekly segment on The South Shore’s Morning News all about the animal and nature world. It airs every Tuesday morning at 9:22. This week, we were pleased to welcome Nancy ...

Marshfield Harbormaster Mike DiMeo says there will be four locations open in town for folks to go to beat the sweltering summer temperatures.

Every Thursday morning at 9:20 during The South Shore’s Morning News, Rob and Beth get a “check-up” from their favorite medical professional, Dr. John Hayes during his segment, Living and ...

Robert Hedlund speaks with WATD's Christine James about his decision to step down as Mayor of Weymouth.