Cablevision

Description: Local access cable production in East Boston studio. Interview with Cablevision executive on popularity of and prospects for service. Outdoors in East Boston, Kevin White signs autographs by leaning on heads and backs of children. Says Channel 2 is paragon of local broadcasting.

Collection: Ten O'Clock News

Date Created: 06/23/1983

Community residences for elderly

Description: School in East Boston has been converted to community residence for elderly people, where they receive medical and social services. Sen. Kennedy announces plan to build more such facilities.

Collection: Ten O'Clock News

Date Created: 11/22/1989

Crossroads Family Shelter

Description: Tina Gaudette is child advocate of Crossroads Shelter in East Boston serving homeless families. She takes care of babies, helps children with homework and conducts play activities.

Collection: Ten O'Clock News

Date Created: 12/29/1989

East Boston gets cable

Description: East Boston is the first neighborhood to become cable ready. Cablevision's basic monthly fee is $2, but half of subscribers add extra pay channels. Jackhammers and street construction to wire the neighborhood. Mayor Kevin White approves.

Collection: Ten O'Clock News

Date Created: 06/24/1983

Expiration of HUD mortgages

Description: Tenants of Brandywyne Village in East Boston and affordable housing advocates are concerned about continuation of reasonable rents upon expiration of HUD subsidized mortgages.

Collection: Ten O'Clock News

Date Created: 07/10/1990