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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Miss Tilomai Tauilili (Contestant #5) was crowned Miss American Samoa 2026 at the 32nd annual Miss American Samoa Incorporated pageant (MASI) that culminated on June 20, 2026, at the Gov. Rex H. Lee Auditorium in Utulei, American Samoa.
Miss Tauilili is from Vailoa,...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council commenced its June 9– 11 meeting in American Samoa with a culturally significant ‘ava ceremony held at the Su’iga’ula o le Atuvasa Fale Samoa. The ceremony was graciously hosted by the Office of Samoan Affairs,...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On June 5, 2026, the Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) received a report from a school administrator claiming a parent was allegedly causing a disturbance at the school.
The suspect allegedly overturned tables, attempted to strike the school principal, and threatened to...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On June 4, 2026, a mother in distress contacted the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) to report her son, who had recently been released from prison after serving approximately ten years, was causing a disturbance.
The suspect, Lauolefiso Naea was later arrested and charged...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Governor Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula has announced the launch of the new Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) website, www.hcbs.as.gov, a central hub where older adults, individuals with disabilities, families, and providers can learn about services that help people...
Pago Pago, American Samoa — Port Administration American Samoa (PAAS) has received funding from the Department of Interior (DOI) Office of Insular Affairs (OIA) Capital Improvement Project (CIP) grant to fund the repairs and renovations to the ‘Au’asi Small Boat Harbor Terminal Restrooms in Au’asi...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The 3-day weekend did not start well for four families in Fagaima when a fire destroyed their homes, last week Thursday, June 18, 2026, with reportedly a total of 17 people, now homeless.
TEMCO and the Red Cross have reportedly conducted their assessments, and with...
Washington, D;C; — Congresswoman Uifaatali Amata said thank you to Governor Pula’ali’i for his testimony Wednesday, June 17, 2026 on behalf of American Samoa before the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, along with the Governors of Guam, CNMI, Puerto Rico, and the USVI.
Amata...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Faleomavaega Eni Fa'aua'a Hunkin VA Clinic held the official opening and blessing of its newly expanded laboratory facility this week, an investment that will enhance healthcare services and improve access to quality medical care for veterans throughout American...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On June 1, 2026, the Leone Police Substation (LPS) received a call from a concerned father requesting assistance regarding his 29-year-old son who was allegedly causing a disturbance at their home.
The suspect, Anthony Noa, was arrested and charged with:
Count 1: Private...