Neighborhood Network News December 18

We'll talk about city budget challenges in the months ahead with the president of the Boston Municipal Research Bureau, Sam Tyler. We'll hear about a new report on the needs of homeless families by Horizons for Homeless Children, plus we'll have the Dorchester report with Bill Forry and the arts segment with Chris Harding.

Programming Note: after the December 18 show, Neighborhood Network News will be on break for the holidays and return with its first newscast of 2009 on Monday, January 12.

Skating at the Frog Pond lights up cold nights on Boston Common. (Lovett photo)


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	Program Helps Homeowners Save on Energy Costs Video. Homeowners struggling with energy costs save money, thanks to Energy Bucks weatherization program offered by utilities, public agencies and ABCD. Report by Joe Rowland.
	Christmas Revels Celebrate Traditions of Wessex Video. This year's migrant holiday exploration by the Christmas Revels draws on yuletide traditions of Wessex and reaches out to present-day revelers. Report by Chris Harding.
	City Councilor Accused of Corruption Fights Back Video. Facing corruption charges, City Councilor Chuck Turner fights back his accusers, while his colleagues put off further punitive action. Report filed November 25 by Jordana Feldman.
	Neighborhood Pride Overcomes Grit of Dorchester Ave Video . A local resident reinforces daily sweeps along Dorchester Avenue with a strong dose of care and pride--and wins recognition from the Boston Municipal Research Bureau. Report by Lynnsey Ross.
	Toll Increase Opposed by E. Boston Business Owners Video . East Boston business owners say a proposed toll increase for harbor tunnels will hurt their ability to draw in customers from outside the neighborhood. Report by Shoba Spencer.
	Charter School in East Boston Stands out from Pack Video. An East Boston middle school where most of the students are from Latino or poor families surpasses the competition in multiple subjects on the MCAS test. Report by Shoba Spencer.
	After Historic Election: Elation in Dudley Square Video. The historic election of Barack Obama as the first person of color to be President of the United States has caused a wave of excitement around the world. NNN has reaction the morning after in Roxbury.
	Project DEEP Expands Chances for Exam School Edge Video. Most students competing for a coveted place in one of Boston's exam schools need more than preparation from regular school work. Jordana Feldman reports on the affordable edge offered in Dorchester.
	Making Strides Against Diabetes--and Racial Disparities Video . A health center in Dorchester tries a new approach to treating diabetes and reducing racial disparities in health, with support from foundations and the city. Report by Damola Curtis.

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