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October 5, 2006

'Culture of achievement' taking hold at old Dot High

Students at the three high school communities that occupy the former Dorchester High School building all showed drastic improvement in performance this year on the state's MCAS tests. Administrators say the gains are evidence of the effectiveness of the "small learning community" model. Above, students celebrate the news about the latest MCAS scores at an assembly last Wednesday.

Deal brings Kit Clark under Bay Cove ownership
Bay Cove Human Services has purchased Kit Clark Senior Services from Federated Dorchester Neighborhood Houses, Inc., a deal that will help Federated move toward financial stability and broaden Bay Cove's presence in the neighborhood.

Gallery showcases Dot talent in Lower Mills
A new artists' gallery has opened on Washington Street, and owners are hoping the space will become a showcase for local artists and a destination for art enthusiasts from across the city and beyond.

New beacon of Hope rises on Dudley Street
Project Hope moved to a brand new, $5.3 million facility on Dudley Street in August. The move ushers in a new era for the multi-service center, and precludes larger changes in the Dudley Street neighborhood.

Perennial parking dispute re-emerges on Columbia Point
A simmering dispute over private parking contracts on Columbia Point surfaced on Monday at a meeting of the Columbia Savin Hill Civic Association.

Tiger's family takes spotlight at Autism fundraiser
Chris "Tiger" Stockbridge has drawn a lot of attention in recent days for his crusade to shed a few pounds, but it was his son Chris Jr.'s turn to shine at the Blarney Stone on Tuesday night.

Lower Mills Marine adjusts to life at home
His mother's living room on Branchfield street is a long way from the army bunk in Fallujah, Iraq where U.S. Marine Lance Corporal Chris Saunders spent his nights until just recently. Saunders was injured in an I.E.D. explosion on September 14, and has returned home to get after the business of recovery and reconstructing his life in Boston.

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