In the latest Somerville Neighborhood Newscast, the news team brings you some of the latest headlines and happenings in Somerville. ​Here are the headlines:

The Dominican Republic and Haiti share an island and a long, complicated history. Today, half a million Dominicans of Haitian descent face deportation if they can’t prove their citizenship; As part of the new economy, small business bank loans and venture capital are being replaced by online crowd funding. Giuliann Frendak looks at two Somerville start ups taking advantage of the new funding options.

The long, lazy days of summer are the perfect time for kids to curl up with a book and let their imagination take them far away. And the local library is a cool oasis that invites kids to come in and do just that.

The Freedom School program in Somerville allows children to explore social justice, diversity and empowerment while keeping their academic skills sharp over summer vacation. Erica Jones profiles the school.

Somerville Neighborhood News is a production of Somerville Community Access Television, made by professional journalists, volunteers and staff. The half-hour news show has as its mission to provide a lively, informative newscast focusing on the events, issues and information impacting Somerville residents.​