There is now an interim school superintendent in Fall River.  Kathleen Smith will oversee the district until a permanent superintendent is hired. 

Former Superintendent Tracey Curley resigned last month following a tense meeting.  A Providence TV station reported Mayor Paul Coogan, who chairs the school committee, claims some members wanted to terminate Curley without cause. 

The state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is investigating the school committee at the mayor's request.