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College Admissions: How Widespread is Campus Rape?

Monday, April 28, 2014

Cristiana Quinn, GoLocalWorcester College Admissions Expert

Scandal rocked the Brown University campus this week when it was reported that a student is being allowed back on campus after being found guilty of rape, illegal drug use and violence by the university's conduct board. After little more than a semester of suspension, the rapist will be back on campus while the victim is still a student a Brown. Sadly, this is not unusual. Amherst College and Columbia University have been mired in similar scandals over the last few years, and according the Department of Justice, 1 in 5 women will be the victim of sexual assault in college. This leaves parents wondering how they can protect their children when some college administrators are not taking violent crime seriously on campuses. Here are a few resources and strategies to help families research campus safety and keep their children safe:

slides: 7 Fun Things To Do with the Family in Central MA

Monday, April 28, 2014

GoLocalWorcester Lifestyle Team

Hey parents! Are you looking for ways to keep your kids entertained? From free story-time events at local libraries to traveling events coming to Boston and Worcester to special activities geared toward children, we have them all! Check out the slideshow below for seven great ways to keep the kids entertained this month.

slides: 10 Great New England Vineyards to Visit This Spring

Saturday, April 26, 2014

GoLocalWorcester Lifestyle Team

With winter now behind us, it is time to get out and enjoy the beautiful New England spring weather. This weekend, take a road trip with some friends, or enjoy a romantic getaway to one of New England's many great wineries.

In Case You Missed It: Top New England Colleges 2014

Saturday, April 26, 2014

GoLocalProv News Team

"In Case You Missed It," GoLocal's weekend feature, that gives you a second chance to read this week's top news story. Check out what dominated the news cycle this week in Worcester and get all the details with these easy links. What are New England's best colleges and universities? GoLocal's third annual Super Ranking: Top New England Colleges 2014 shines the light on who tops the list of higher education academic institutions in the region.

Thrilling Finish Powers Revolution Past Sporting KC

Saturday, April 26, 2014

Matt LaPan, GoLocal Worcester Sports Reporter

The New England Revolution got late goals from Teal Bunbury and Lee Nguyen to take a thrilling 2-0 win over defending MLS Cup Champion Sporting Kansas City Saturday night at Gillette Stadium.

Mass. Manufacturing Summit to Be Held in Worcester Next Tuesday

Saturday, April 26, 2014

GoLocalWorcester Business Team

Massachusetts manufacturers and industry supporters will convene for the second annual statewide Advanced Manufacturing Summit on Tuesday, April 29 at the DCU Center in Worcester. The event is intended to further Governor Deval Patrick Administration’s goal of promoting and supporting advanced manufacturing in the Commonwealth.

Fit For Life: How to Make Fitness Your Way of Life

Saturday, April 26, 2014

Matt Espeut, GoLocalWorcester Fitness Writer

Health and fitness shouldn't be something that is seasonal, or done in cycles. It should be a way of life. The statistics in this country are alarming: approximately 65% of the population is overweight.

John Monfredo: School Budget Needs Help From The City

Saturday, April 26, 2014

John Monfredo, GoLocalWorcester MINDSETTER

As a School Committee member it’s that time of year again that the school budget review takes place and for most of my years as a member of the school committee it has not been a pleasant experience.

Urban Gardner: Climb Upwards for Success

Saturday, April 26, 2014

Leonard Moorehead, GoLocalWorcester Gardening Expert

Urban gardeners seize opportunity in spaces large and small. We gamble on sunshine between close buildings. Odd neglected corners, broken pavements, deserted lots ironically not good enough for anything else, rooftops, window sills, all serve our need to cultivate, to grow, to reach beyond.

Massachusetts Tops New England in Personal Income Growth

Friday, April 25, 2014

Kate Nagle, GoLocal Contributor

Massachusetts topped the region for the fastest growing "real personal income" from 2011 to 2012, outpacing the national average, according to a report released by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Economic Analysis.

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