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Brown President Steps Down Amid Local Cancellations and Arrests | Providence News
Brown University’s president Christina Paxson is stepping down at the end of the 2026-2027 academic year, marking the close of a major leadership chapter. Meanwhile, Misquamicut FallFest has been canceled this year due to staffing shortages with their ride provider — a disappointment for fans. On the legal front, Todd Blanche has canceled an anti-weaponization fund, possibly paving the way for his nomination to a permanent role. New Bedford police arrested fifteen people during the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament, though specific charges remain unclear. And in a separate incident, a July…
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