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Neighborhood Network News: June 17

A look at differences between US Senate candidates Ed Markey and Gabriel Gomez in excerpts from a forum in Roxbury. We'll have a report and guest segment on the extreme turn-around for a Dorchester street afflicted with housing and crime problems. And we'll hear about a YMCA program for "summer achievers."


Gabriel Gomez (left) and Ed Markey (right), take question at a "community conversation" held June 16 at Roxbury Community College. (Lovett photo). See video.

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Markey, Gomez Field Questions at Roxbury Forum

Video. Republican candidate for US Senate on June 25, Gabriel Gomez, and Democratic rival Ed Markey answer questions at a pre-election forum in Roxbury. Report aired June 17. More details.

Block Party Celebrates Comeback for Hendry St.

Video. A block party celebrates a long road to recovery over crime and housing problems foe the four-block area around Hendry Street in Dorchester. Report aired June 17.

Students Take Learning Voyage to Jamaica Pond

Video. Students at the Dennis C. Haley Elementary School in Roslindale apply lessons in boat-building, math, history, and teamwork. Report aired June 14.

Mike Ross in Round-the-Clock Campaign Roll-out

Video. Mike Ross starts his campaigning for Mayor of Boston by scheduling a series of stops around the within a period of 25 hours. Report aired June 13.

Obama Heads Rally for Markey in Roxbury

Video. President Obama leads a cast of Democrats in a rally at the Reggie Lewis Center in Roxbury to get out the vote in the special US Senate election for Ed Markey. Report aired June 12.

Push at State House to Increase Minimum Wage

Video. Supporters of a higher minimum wage in Massachusetts, with indexing for the cost of living, make their case to state legislators by filling Gardner Auditorium. Report aired June 11.

43rd Annual Pride Parade Held in Back Bay

Video. The 43rd annual Boston Pride Parade takes place in the Back Bay, drawing thousands of onlookers and a raft of political candidates. Report aired June 10.

More Mortgages Offered to 1st-time Homebuyers

Video. Governor Patrick and lenders commit to more mortgages for first-time home-buyers with household income below the median figure. Report aired June 10.

Students Reach Goals of Diploma and Recovery

Video. Eighteen students in a program supported by ABCD reach their goals of high school graduation and recovery. Report aired June 7.

Local Students Showcase Arts Education Growth

Video. As more Boston students are exposed to the arts as part of their daily education, they show some of the results at a festival on Boston Common. Report aired June 6.

Mayoral Candidates Field Questions on Education

Video. Ten candidates for Mayor of Boston answer questions about educatoin, including charter school expansion, at a forum in Roslindale. Report by Joe Rowland. Aired June 6.

Charter School Expansion Meets Opposition

Video. Proposed new expansion of charter schools meets opposition at State House, and Youth On Board member Ayomide Olumuyiwa explains in interview. Segment aired June 5.

Boston Common Planting Celebrates Anne Frank

Video. A sapling from the chestnut tree hailed as a sign of hope in The Diary of Anne Frank is planted on Boston Common. Report aired June 4.

Charles Clemons Discusses Candidacy for Mayor

Video. Charles Clemons, founder of TOUCH 106.1 FM and a former Boston Police officer, talks about his candidacy for Mayor of Boston. Interview aired June 4.

Composer Discusses "Witness Cantata" Event

Video. Ambassador Swanee Hunt talks about composing The Witness Cantata and its performance June 9 in Jamaica Plain. Interview aired June 3.

Multi-Family Owners Get Help with Energy Fixes

Video. Owners of homes with 2-4 units get new help with energy efficiency improvements from the City of Boston and utilities. Report aired June 3.

Diversity and Candidates Abound in Dorchester

Video. Diversity and candidates running for mayor and city councilor were in good supply at this year's Dorchester Day Parade. Report aired June 3.

Tenants Try to Keep Units Affordable in Brighton

Video. Tenants look to the State House for new incentives that would avert the possible loss of rental subsidies at their building in Brighton. Report aired June 3.

Budget Cuts Prompt Anxiety over Head Start

Video. Federal budget cut for a preschool program serving children for low-income families prompt concerns among parents and staff. Report aired May 30.

Votes Held for State Senator and Representative

Video. Special elections take place in parts of Boston to fill open seats in the State Senate and House of Representatives. Report aired May 28.

Students Team up with Orchestra and Composer

Video. Boston student performers collaborate with composer Michael Gandolfi and the Boston Landmarks Orchestra. Report by Chris Harding. Aired May 24.

City Officials Outline Plans for Safe Summer

Video. City officials outline plans for teen jobs, police coverage and street workers to help keep the summer in Boston more peaceful. Report aired May 23.

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