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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Samoa government-owned Samoa Airways has settled a $1,500 fine with ASG after allowing two Samoans to travel to the territory without proper permits.
Samoa Observer reported that this was confirmed by the Interim Chief Executive Officer of Samoa Airways, Fauo'o Fatu...
San Diego, CA — It’s a familiar start-of-the-year scene. You’ve committed to a healthier lifestyle and are determined that this time is going to be different. Your refrigerator is stocked with fruits and veggies, you’ve tossed out processed foods, and your workout routine is written in pen in your...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Governor Lemanu P.S. Mauga, in a memorandum, dated Jan. 4, 2024 has proposed that “DOE initiate a daily standard practice of assembling students to witness the raising of the flags, reciting the pledge of allegiance, and singing the national anthems of both the US and...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — In a memorandum from the Governor’s Chief of Staff, Loa Tuimavave Laupola, dated Jan. 4, 2024, the Opening of the 38th Legislature — third regular session — has been announced for Monday, Jan 8, 2024. It will convene at the Gov. H. Rex Lee Auditorium in Utulei.
Per usual...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Department of Corrections has confirmed that inmate Tauaiga Taele, who escaped at the Fagatogo wharf last week was apprehended by police officers Sunday night in Malaeloa.
Taele was one of two prisoners ordered by the court to depart the territory on the Lady Samoa...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Imagine if ASG officials proclaimed, “Juveniles must be banned from public places. They’re a danger to society.” Clearly this is a preposterous plan, but if the criminal element has four legs and big teeth, some citizens only see red. One side says they are...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Gov. Lemanu P.S. Mauga has taken those directors to task for their decision to close down their departments during what would have been otherwise normal business hours.
“The unexpected closure of departments, agencies or offices outside of planned or declared holidays...
Manchester, NEW HAMPSHIRE — Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Fall 2023 President's List. The fall terms run from September to December. From American Samoa are Charis Tafaovale and Angelo Kline.
The following students are...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A memorandum, dated Jan. 3, 2024, signed by he Lt. Gov. Talauega E. V. Ale announced the passing of the governor’s mother. “During this sad and difficult time, we extend to Governor Lemanu and the First Family our heartfelt condolences and prayers.”
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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A man was arrested for allegedly assaulting a minor with a metal pipe, after the minor’s mother reported the incident.
The man was charged with the following:
Count 1: Public Peace Disturbance — a class B misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment for six (6) months, a fine...