Two years since the release of their CD, “Do You Feel,” The Rocket Summer is back with wistful lyrics, toe-tapping beats and powerful pop tracks that will keep listeners hooked on their latest EP “You Gotta Believe.”

The EP starts off with the energetic single and title track, “You Gotta Believe.

One in every four women will become a victim to domestic violence in her lifetime. According to the National Coalition of Domestic Violence, most times these cases are never reported to the police.

October was Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Did you become any more aware of the issue? With the month also being occupied with important issues and celebrations such as Breast Cancer Awareness and Columbus Day, it’s hard for Domestic Violence Awareness to actually make an impact.

The highly anticipated Rent-a-Rugger event commenced in Salve Regina’s Bazarsky Hall on October 23, 2009. About a hundred students attended the exciting outing, and much laughter ensued upon the fun and humorous show that the talented sports team presented for them.

“Vampire Diaries” is a new series on the CW this fall starring Nina Dobrev (Elena), Paul Wesley (Stefan) and Ian Somerhalder (Damon). Based on the series of books by L.J. Smith, the show follows Stefan and Damon Salvatore, two vampire brothers who have returned to the town of Mystic Falls.

For anyone missing the summer sun, Sherwood’s “Qu” is sure to brighten the dreariest October day. Pop-rock melodies, catchy choruses and mesmeric vocals mix together seamlessly on the California quintet’s latest album.

Two years since the debut of “A Different Light,” Sherwood delivers their fourth album which mixes their signature surf-pop sounds with more somber lyrics than on previous records.