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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Governor Lemanu P.S. Mauga this week led a delegation to a series of meetings with federal partners in Washington, D.C. where topics ranged from the importance of the local the fishing industry to infrastructure development and resiliency.
FISHING INDUSTRY
On Tuesday,...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On January 27, 2024, a woman reported a man for sleeping at her house without her consent who then threatened her with a golf club for not feeding him.
Fa’atau Kome was arrested and charged with the following:
Count 1: Private Peace Disturbance — a class C misdemeanor...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The American Samoa 4-H Youth Council is having another "Trash Bin" Design Contest to help beautify American Samoa's coastal parks.
• Design a public trash bin (50-55 gallon)
• The contest is open to ages 13-21 ONLY.
• You can register as a group/team or individual....
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On January 28, 2024, a woman contacted Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) to report a man who allegedly broke their sliding glass door in the front of their home in Fagaalu.
Tino Tapua’ialupe was arrested and later charged with the following:
Count 1: Property Damage in the...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — You may have heard of spay, neuter or desexing clinics. Or you might have a surgery appointment for your cat or dog. Many people like to have an idea of what is going to happen, what to expect and what complications might occur
The steps leading to preparation of an...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Lt. Governor Talauega E.V. Ale in a general memorandum has directed that the flags of the United States and American Samoa shall be flown at half-staff from sunrise today, Feb. 23, through sunset Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024. This symbol of reverence serves as a testament to...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Senators were not happy with government overspending of the 2023 Fiscal Year budget, which exceeded $40 million with blatant disregard for established rules and regulations to control government funds, according to a report submitted by government Treasurer Malemo...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On January 12, 2024, the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) received multiple calls from individuals at Faleniu reporting a fight that had broken out over a land dispute. It was revealed that gunshots were fired.
When police officers arrived at the scene in Faleniu, it was...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Registration is now open for the 48th Annual Flag Day Performing Arts Festival, April 11 – 13. Show off that siva Samoa choreography and get an artist honorarium for it . A Valid ID is required to register. Call 633-4490/5613 for more information.
CAREER AND TECHNICAL...
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata took part in Tuesday’s Interagency Group on Insular Areas (IGIA) meetings, gave remarks, and spoke with various administration officials and the leaders of the territories. Congresswoman Amata highlighted her legislation for American Samoa, H.R....