Brown will no longer issue CPT work authorizations for international undergraduates

On Nov. 11, Brown’s International Student and Scholar Services notified F-1 students in an email that the University will no longer issue Curricular Practical Training authorizations for undergraduate students. CPT, a work authorization granted under students’ F-1 status, allows international students to complete internships and other work activities in...

This superintendent couldn’t read as a kid. Now he wants to ensure every kid can.

The 74 reports Providence Superintendent Javier Montañez, who struggled to read as a child, is dedicated to enhancing literacy for all students in his district.

Recap: Exeter-West Greenwich Schools Flag Budget Increases, Google AI Concern

A district official told the committee the budget has seen unexpected increases, including from student placements and a new pay rate for bus drivers and monitors, but said the district still thinks it is okay. One West Greenwich child will be removed from the draft enrollment count used to split costs between towns, with 5 addresses still under review. The committee's Nov. 24 meeting will be the last for the current committee.

Recap: East Providence Schools Fund Roof Plans, Energy Consultant Deal Fails

Design and bidding work for new roofs at Silver Spring and Orlo Avenue schools can move ahead, with speakers saying the state will reimburse half. A proposed $20,000 energy consultant contract failed. A finance official estimated a roughly $1 million deficit for fiscal 2026. East Providence, R.I. — The East...

Biannual R.I. survey shows decrease in consideration of suicide, drinking, vaping among middle, high schoolers

Drinking, vaping and serious consideration of suicide decreased across Rhode Island middle and high school students this year, compared to the same period in 2024, according to the 2026 Rhode Island Student Survey. Released Oct. 28, the biennial survey is conducted by the R.I. Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities...

Recap: Central Falls Board Hears Enrollment Decline, Tables Superintendent Evaluation

Superintendent Stephanie Downey Toledo said current enrollment is 2,241 students, down from about 3,000 when she started eight years ago. Because funding is tied to each student, she said, hundreds fewer students means millions of dollars less. Budget planning for fiscal 2028 begins in January, and she said some grades could have fewer classes next year. One board member estimated the loss at about $5 million. Separately, the board tabled the superintendent evaluation policy after finding members had the wrong version, and it approved the school physician contract.

ABC News Live: Boston students stage walkout to call for remote learning amid surge

New School Building Update: Variety of Plans Released

In the conference room in the central office, a new building is being presented, and it’s the biggest thing for Triton yet. The building project has been in the planning phase since 2019, when the school committee started researching how to fix the building, which was originally built in 1971. Then, in 2022, the Triton School Building Committee (SBC) began applying to the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) for a new building with an expression of interest. Now, in 2026, the Triton Committee is saying the building project will start close to the year 2030.

MA Mother Questions Emergency Response at Son’s Football Game

SAUGUS — On Sept. 25, Saugus Middle High School junior and starting quarterback Eli Fialho suffered a life-threatening injury; now, his mother, Christina Stanley, is questioning how the situation was handled. Eli was injured during a game, and according to his mother, medical personnel did not assess him immediately,...

Dad Accused Of Defecating In Hallway At Grosse Pointe South High School

A Bedford dad is accused of using a Grosse Pointe South hallway as a bathroom after the football loss. The video reportedly shows him passing several real restrooms.

Belmont resident receives scholarship for commitment to nursing

NORTON, Mass. — Adeline Takantjas, member of the Wheaton Class of 2029 and an aspiring nurse practitioner, has earned the 2026 Sturdy Health Nursing Scholarship Award. She is a resident of Belmont. Given annually to a high-achieving sophomore, this award includes a renewable $5,000 scholarship, an opportunity for paid...

Walpole football pours it on Westfield, 48-18

On a warm, rainy night, the 5th seeded Walpole Timberwolves’ football team (6-2) soaked the 12th seeded Westfield Bombers (6-2) at John Turco Stadium on Friday November 6, 2026 by a final score of 48-18 in the first round of the division 4 playoffs. Senior captain Mason Falcone shredded...

Stonehill College honors 9/11 victim with field rededication

Stonehill College rededicated Timothy J. Coughlin ’80 Memorial Field at W.B. Mason Stadium on Oct. 31 before its football team faced Mercyhurst University. The ceremony honored Coughlin’s legacy as a Stonehill football student-athlete and alumnus, according to a community announcement. Coughlin died at age 42 in the Sept. 11, 2001, attack on the North Tower of the World Trade Center. Family, friends, classmates, former teammates and other members of the campus community gathered for the rededication and reflected on Coughlin’s determination, integrity and heart, according to the announcement. The ceremony also recalled his call to always “Play Hard.” 3 other Stonehill community members also honored The observance, marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, also honored three other members of the Stonehill community who died that day: James E. Hayden ’76, Timothy E. Reilly ’82 and Rev. Francis E. Grogan, C.S.C. This story was produced with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on The Enterprise: Stonehill College honors 9/11 victim with field rededication

YOUR VIEW: Parking lot criticism ‘missed the mark’

Reasons offered in a recent letter in the Plymouth Independent questioning the addition of 90 new parking spaces at Nathaniel Morton Elementary School missed the mark. Limiting impervious surfaces and reducing the potential for contaminant runoff into the harbor is always beneficial. But adding shared parking spaces at this location won’t change society’s preference for large vehicles; it doesn’t argue for smaller (compact) parking spaces, and it won’t reduce harmful stormwater runoff.

See all the Eastern Mass Girls Soccer Coaches Association awards

The Eastern Massachusetts High School Girls Soccer awards were announced on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Hingham High's Taylor Bello , who is committed to play at the University of Connecticut, was one of just three players to be named an All-American, All-New England, All-State and first team Eastern Mass. All-Star. Three of the five players of the year also hailed from the South Shore with Bello taking the title in Division 2. Cohasset's Georgia Royston (Div. 4) and Hull's Brianna Ramos (Div. 5). The Eastern Mass All-Star Game featuring all First Team Eastern Mass All-Stars will be held on Sunday, Nov. 22, at Braintree High School this year. Games will be played at 10 a.m. and noon. There will be a ceremony between games to honor All-Americans, All-New England players, All-State players, and Divisional MVPs. Coaches of the Year, Assistant Coaches of the Year, and Outstanding Service Award recipients will also be announced during the ceremony. See the full list of honorees below. All-American, All-New England, All-State, 1st Team Eastern Mass Taylor Bello, Hingham Sidney Heavey, Medfield Emmy O'Donnell, Concord-Carlisle All-New England, All-State, 1st Team Eastern Mass Haley Ament, Brookline Lily Blosser, Masconomet Regional Maggie Blosser, Masconomet Regional Regan Donovan, Duxbury

Boston College to host 4 high school Super Bowls next month

Four of the state’s high school Super Bowls are heading to Boston College next month.

New athletic director joins Revere, brings unique perspective to district

From the sound of a golf club swinging in the air to the kick of a soccer ball across the field, athletes all throughout Revere spend time playing, competing or performing for a cheering audience. Ben Kobus watches from the sidelines, but he knows better than anyone the work it takes to make these events happen.

Porkers blank Central Catholic again in playoffs

The Walpole Porkers field hockey team persevered to a 3-0 victory over the Central Catholic Raiders on Saturday November 7, 2026 at Walpole High School. Raiders (7-9-2) were seeded 28th. The two teams have met on the pitch in consecutive years in the opening round of the playoffs. In 2025,...

RHS Patriots Sports Roundup: Atoui’s four touchdowns power football rout; boys soccer rolls into Sweet 16

Revere High’s football team delivered one of its most complete performances of the season in a 52-8 rout of Malden, with Reda Atoui scoring four touchdowns and making a push toward a 1,000-yard rushing season. Meanwhile, the boys soccer team erupted for eight goals in its Division 2 state tournament opener; the girls soccer team saw its postseason run end; and the cross country teams turned in several strong performances at the Frank Mooney State Coaches Invitational.