Is the New Bedford School Department paying health insurance for employees who died? That’s the attention-grabbing headline Monday from the New Bedford Light.

The local news outlet reported the concern came up at a meeting earlier this month. School Department records show the district spends about $2.5 million a month on health insurance.

Both the mayor and superintendent’s office are remaining tightlipped on the report. But they acknowledged they’re now taking a closer look at their insurance rolls.

See more at wpri.com.