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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On March 3, 2025, a concerned father contacted the Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) and reported that his daughter was allegedly assaulted by her husband and was hiding at a store waiting for help.
The suspect was not found at the time of the incident but was later charged...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Last Friday morning marked the official opening of the newly renovated cafeteria at LBJ Tropical Medical Center. The project included a comprehensive overhaul and expansion of the existing facility, along with the installation of state-of-the-art equipment designed to...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — When the Senate held a hearing to examine the status of government payouts on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, queries about the government’s finances were also made. In particular, whether the government would be able to meet its budget projections by the end of the FY 2025....
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting National Nurses Week (May 6-12) and National Nurses Day — as well as sending out special appreciation to teachers this Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5-9) and National Teacher Day, today, May 6.
“In the manner of Proverbs 17:22, our...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On February 5, 2025, a woman called the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) and requested assistance in removing a man who allegedly broke into one of her properties.
The suspect was arrested and later charged with Count 1: Trespass, a class B misdemeanor punishable by...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On February 28, 2025, a bystander called the Tafuna Police Station (TPS) and reported an alleged brawl. Investigation later revealed that a minor was seriously injured after being jumped by more than eight individuals.
The main suspect fled the scene but was later...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A CDC investigation notice regarding a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella infections has been posted: www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/mbandaka-05-01/index.html
KEY POINTS:
Seven people in six states have gotten sick from Salmonella after contact with backyard poultry...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Fresh off their historic triumph in last week's Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) U16 Women's Championship qualifiers in Rarotonga, Cook Islands, the American Samoa U16 Women's soccer team arrived home yesterday to a hero's welcome, greeted with pride and celebration...
American Samoa players celebrate after making history at the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship qualifiers. The American Samoa U16 Women's soccer team arrived home yesterday to a hero's welcome, greeted with pride and celebration by their proud parents and supporters. [Photo: OFC Media]
Honolulu, HAWAII — VA Pacific Islands Health Care System (VAPIHCS) is excited to announce the receipt of a grant for a diabetes program in American Samoa. The program is called Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DMES) and it is focused on supporting Veterans with diabetes and their...


![Lt. Governor Pulumataala Ae Ae Jr. cutting the ceremonial ribbon at the opening of the new LBJ Tropical Medical Center Cafeteria last Friday, May 6, 2025. In his special remarks, he expressed his gratitude to the LBJ staff and leadership for their unwavering dedication to advancing healthcare in American Samoa. [Courtesy photo] Lt. Governor Pulumataala Ae Ae Jr.](https://samoanews.com/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/field/image/img_1972.jpg?itok=dBaZ_ajM)





![Lt. Governor Pulumataala Ae Ae, Jr. shaking hands and congratulating members of the national Women's U16 soccer team who arrived yesterday afternoon after winning the OFC U16 Women's Championship qualifiers in Rarotonga, Cook Islands. [photo: Asi A. Fa'asau] Lt. Governor Pulumataala Ae Ae, Jr. shaking hands](https://samoanews.com/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/field/image/img_2330.jpg?itok=zNEAqhQz)

![Make your appointment now. [courtesy graphic] DMES flyer](https://samoanews.com/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/field/image/dsmes_flier_to_post.jpg?itok=gOvxYJG4)