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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A fire gutted the facility located behind the main Police Headquarters in Fagatogo, the structure that houses holding cells for individuals awaiting court appearances or transfer to the Tafuna Correctional Facility. The blaze broke out yesterday afternoon at about 2 p.m...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — As of Monday, July 6, 2026, no arrests had been made in connection with a tragic traffic accident that resulted in the death of a man who was involved in a car crash while traveling with escaped inmates.
This incident has garnered significant attention due to the serious...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On June 19, 2026, a woman contacted the local police station to report that two people were allegedly causing a disturbance and damaging her property in Fagatogo.
The call resulted in the arrest of two men, later identified as Maselusi Salaga and Xavier Wright.
Both were...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The co-founder of Strongman Samoa hopes the budding sport will provide another avenue for talented young athletes in the country to shine.
Competitive strongman is gaining momentum in the Pacific, despite limited opportunities for athletes to compete close to home....
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — American Samoa celebrated the United States Independence Day, marking its historic 250th anniversary on July 4th.
The celebration this year included American 250, which celebrated as well as commemorated the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On June 16, 2026, a woman walked into the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) accompanied by three minors to file a complaint against a man who allegedly sexually abused his stepsons and daughter. The minors’ ages range from 9 to 13.
The defendant was later arrested and...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Rotary Club of Pago Pago presented 15 modern hospital beds to Hope House on Saturday, June 27, capping a community fundraising effort that asked local families and businesses to sponsor a bed for $1,000 each.
Hope House, operated by the Catholic Diocese of Samoa Pago...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On June 13, 2026, a concerned father contacted the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) and reported that his son was allegedly assaulted by a male individual following a confrontation that stemmed from a near traffic incident involving members of a church youth group.
The...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — (Note: The recent Supreme Court decision on the Citizenship Clause brings renewed attention to American Samoa’s unique relationship with the United States. For American Samoa, citizenship is not only a question of individual rights. It is also connected to the Deeds of...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Board of Higher Education announced today the appointment of Mr. Sonny J. Leomiti as Interim President of American Samoa Community College (ASCC), effective July 1, 2026.
Mr. Leomiti currently serves as Vice President for Administration and Finance and brings more...