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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The American Samoa Environmental Protection Agency (AS-EPA) is pleased to announce the official relaunch of its website that has been developed to enhance public accessibility to critical environmental data, updates, and community resources.
The redesigned platform...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — American Samoa Visitors Bureau (ASVB) Director Taimalelagi Minnie Tuia traveled to Vavaʻu, Tonga, from October 18- 25, 2025, to engage in a full suite of strategic regional tourism events hosted by the South Pacific Tourism Organization (SPTO).
Throughout the week,...
A team from the University of Hawaii (UH) concluded a week long Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) training October 23, 2025 at LBJ Hospital and the American Samoa Department of Health Pre-Natal clinics. Training focused on ultrasound scanning techniques and identifying pregnancy anomalies. UH visiting...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — AST Telecom LLC dba Bluesky Communications is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Tangavel Barlen Lutchmoodoo as its new Chief Executive Officer effective November 1, 2025. The announcement was made by Peter Chan, AST Telecom LLC Board Chairman, following a...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On May 30, 2024, a man approached an AS Customs agent in an alleged attempt to smuggle drugs into the territory.
The US Postal Investigation Services took over the investigation, and the suspect was later charged with:
Count 1: Bribery of a Public Servant, a class D...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Rowing in American Samoa is entering an exciting new chapter, following a recent development visit from September 25 to October 2, 2025. The visit marked a key milestone in expanding youth participation, strengthening local capacity, and laying the groundwork for future...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Fono leaders have made it clear to Governor Pulaalii N. Pula that they will take “necessary measures” if he pursues his intention to appropriate excess funds from the final FY 2026 budget without prior legislative approval.
This is outlined in a letter dated October 22...
The Governor H. Rex Lee Auditorium was filled with excitement this past Saturday, October 25, 2025, as family, friends, and supporters gathered to witness three contestants take the stage to compete for the coveted title of Miss Moso'oi 2025-2026. They were Alisi Siniva Mataafa of Poloa, sponsored...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On August 15, 2025, authorities received a call regarding a minor who was allegedly raped by a 31-year-old male who works for the victim’s family and who claimed it was consensual.
The suspect was later arrested and charged with:
Count 1: Rape (DV), a class B felony...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On September 12, 2025, a man called the Leone Police Substation (LPS) and reported two men for allegedly stealing from his plantation.
Both suspects fled the scene but were later charged with:
Count 1: Stealing, a class C felony punishable by a term of imprisonment not...