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Dept. of Public Works staffers waving
Dept. of Public Works staffers were out waving this week in Tafuna to enhance public awareness of its services provided over the years. DPW's initiatives in maintaining roads, bridges, shoreline protection, and public transportation play a vital role in keeping our communities connected. [courtesy...
close up delegates
Washington, DC —  American Samoa’s Close Up delegation on their recent visit to Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata D.C. office were hosted by the Congresswoman’s staff.  The student delegation was welcomed on Wednesday for a home-cooked luncheon at the congressional office, and a guided tour of the U.S...
2025 STEAM Fest
The American Samoa Department of Commerce Resource Management Division hosted an informational booth at this year's 2025 STEAM Fest. It was an amazing turnout for students, communities and government agencies to raise awareness and simply engage in conversations that inspire interests in these...
JPS scholarship athletes
Congratulations to the 2025 JPSAS Scholarship Recipients! We wish you all the best as you pursue your educational and athletic dreams! [courtesy photo]
Amata congratulates graduates
"My warmest congratulations to each graduate in the several collegiate programs, and congratulations also to each proud parent or mentor! I'm so happy for each one of our graduates, and it was a pleasure to be there to see you graduate," said Congresswoman Amata. "I want to say thank you to each...
Gov. Pula and others
Gov. Pulaali i Nikolao Pula joined the Leone High School community as well as religious leaders, Fono members, cabinet officials, management staff, and the proud students of Leone High School to celebrate the dedication of the new Leone High School Administrative Office. Highlighting Leone High...
2025 Close-up showcase
The American Samoa 2025 Close-up showcase was held this week at the Samoana Gym. All 14 students performed great and are ready for the annual Close-Up program trip to Washington, DC, representing American Samoa. On behalf of the Department of Education, the Director wishes the team all the best and...
Litia Godinet
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The American Samoa Tennis Association is proud to announce that Litia Godinet has been selected to compete in the 2025 Billie Jean King Cup, representing the Pacific Oceania Team. This prestigious international tournament will be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, beginning...
. Chief of Marine Patrol, Ina Ulberg, emphasized the vital importance of the ring buoy
The Marine Patrol Division of the Department of Search and Rescue successfully installed a new ring buoy this week in the coastal village of Onenoa. Chief of Marine Patrol, Ina Ulberg, emphasized the vital importance of the ring buoy in facilitating a swift and effective response during maritime...
Norwegian Sun cruise ship
The Norwegian Sun arrived at our shores this week. The Norwegian Sun can accommodate nearly 2,000 passengers and has a crew of over 800. As of 2021, Norwegian Cruise Line is the fourth-largest cruise line in the world by passenger numbers, holding approximately 8.6% of the global cruise...

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