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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Department of Health’s Chief Epidemiologist Aifili Dr John Tufa has resigned from his post after four years in office.
This was confirmed by the Acting Director of Health, Vesi Talalelei Fautanu Jr in response to questions from Samoa News.
“I can confirm that Afili...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Chief Election Officer Uiagalelei Lealofi has designated 41 polling stations territory-wide for electors to cast ballots during the Nov. 08 Midterm Election for American Samoa’s Non-Voting Delegate to the U.S House, the 20-elected faipule for the local House of...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Lemanu-Talauega Administration will continue this year the Christmas gift presentation to elder citizens of the territory during the annual Territorial Administration on Aging (TAOA) Christmas Program set for Dec. 02.
“Our senior citizens are grateful for the...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The month of October is internationally recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, commonly known as “Pinktober” for the waves of pink that people all over the world wear to show their support for those who have been affected by breast cancer.
For this reason, Bluesky...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A man accused of assaulting his girlfriend is now in custody after he was arrested last month.
Pulou Moors made his initial appearance in court last month. He is charged with one count of felonious restraint and one count of 2nd- degree assault — involving domestic...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Investing in education for future leaders of the territory is the notion for the Marist Annual Golf tournament fundraiser, which is scheduled on November 19, 2022.
Established in 2019, the Marist Brothers Crusaders Alumni Association (MBCAA) has put all their fundraising...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — During the general election on November 8, local voters will be asked whether they support 11 amendments to the American Samoa Constitution. As an opportunity for students to gain awareness of these amendments and their potential effects on life in the Territory, the...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — LBJ Tropical Medical Center’s hands are tied despite the budget issues faced by the Emergency Medical Service’s (EMS), which has created a lack of supplies and services.
“Until the Governor’s Executive Order is rescinded the hospital cannot do anything about their...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The hospital’s Chief Executive Officer has dismissed reports that the LBJ Board is looking to “remove” Chief Medical Officer, Dr Iotamo Saleapaga.
“The last time I met with the hospital board we spoke about the need for a performance evaluation for Dr Saleapaga, but...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Director of Human Resources Lyn Pulou Alaimalo says it is the responsibility of each Director to ensure their staff gets their paychecks on time — by submitting the appropriate paperwork on time.
The comments by the DHR Director follow concerns raised by a handful of...