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Neighborhood Network News: July 30

A new parking option in the Back Bay for motor scooters and motorcycles. We'll hear about the advantages of crime watch groups and this year's events for "National Night Out." And we'll have the arts segment with Chris Harding.


Supporters of CORI reform make push outside the State House, with time running out in the legislative session. See report.
"Season of Peace" Vigil
Walk for Peace 2010
Memorial Day
Arboretum Spring

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A Mid-Term Presidential Boost--Without the Incumbency

Video. US Rep. Stephen Lynch (D-Mass., 9th District) gets a boost from former President Bill Clinton: report and interview about 9th District race with Gin Dumcius, News Editor of the Dorchester Reporter. Aired July 29.

Boston Students Make Strides at Summer Program

Video. The Boston Schools are looking for more help from community partners to help students keep on track over the summer. Lexie O'Connor reports on a program run by Sociedad Latina. Aired July 27.

Summer Nights Dancing in Circles at Copley Square

Video. The summer tradition adds another ring, with free dancing and lessons at Copley Square provided by the Folk Arts Center of New England. Report by Chris Harding. Aired July 26.

Boston Police Try New Vehicle to Break the Ice

Video. Boston Police try a new way to overcome distrust and break the ice with people growing up in the city's most violent neighborhoods. Report on free Hoodsies in Dorchester. Aired July 26.

Anniversary Celebrates Road to Access and Equality

Video. Hundreds gather on Boston Common to celebrate gains in access and rights in 20 years since passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Report filed July 26, 2010.

Forum Held in South Boston for State Rep. Candidates

Video. Five candidates for State Representative in South Boston's 4th Suffolk District field questions in a forum at the Condon School. Report by Joe Rowland. Aired July 20.

Response to BRA Greenway Guidelines from BSA

Video. Response to proposed guidelines for development around the Rose Kennedy Greenway from the Boston Society of Architects. Interview with its commissioner of public policy, Mike Davis. Airing scheduled July 21.

Work Starts on New Commuter Rail Stop in Dorchester

Video. Groundbreaking is held for the new commuter rail station in Dorchester's Four Corners neighborhood--one of four new stops on the Fairmount Line. Aired July 19.

Boston Holds its First African Festival at City Hall Plaza

Video. Boston holds its first African Festival July 17. A celebration of African cultures, the event also was a way to build bridges and celebrate independence from colonial rule. Report by Chris Harding. Aired July 19.

New Rift over Planning to Change Student Assignments

Video. Interview with the staff attorney for Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights, Rahsaan Hall, about disagreement over the road to a new student assignment plan for the Boston Public Schools. Aired July 15.

Healthier Communities from the Ground Up

Video. Thanks to federal stimulus money and summer jobs for local teens at the Food Project in Roxbury, efforts are expanding to prevent health problems associated with tobacco use and poor diet. Aired July 9.

New Struggles for Youth Arts Program in Dorchester

Video. After losing half the level of financial support from last year, DotArt loses funding for lunches, which were a way to encourage healthier diet. Report aired July 9.

Action Coalition on Closing of Community Center

Video. Staff members of the Greater Four Corners Action Coalition discuss the effect of the shut-down in city programming at the Marshall Community Center in Dorchester. Aired July 8.

John Tobin on Leaving Boston City Council for NU Job

Video. Interview with District 6 (W. Roxbury/Jamaica Plain) City Councilor John Tobin about his decision to give up his seat and take a position with Northeastern University. Aired July 7.

Signs of Retail Rebound Along Newbury Street

Video. A reception for 45 new business owners signals a turn for the better in the recently slumping upscale commercial center in the Back Bay. Report by Lexie O'Connor. Aired July 8.

Public Agencies, Boston Clergy Target Youth Violence

Video. Public agencies and clergy announce new strategy of working in concert to prevent youth violence. Report on announcement at Boston Police headquarters. Aired July 2.

City Council President on Contract, Budget Decisions

Video. Interview with Boston City Council President Mike Ross about this week's vote on the FY2011 budget, and earlier actions concerning the new contract for firefighters and the Boston Public Library. Aired July 1.

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