Local News
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — In a world where chaos, dissent and misunderstanding has increased in public spaces, it's important to remember that good people still look after one another, that neighbors still care about their neighbors and— in American Samoa— kindness and compassion are still a way...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is currently engaged in an in-depth investigation with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regarding a drug-related incident involving a package that was processed through the local Post Office last week.
This was confirmed by...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The wait is finally over and the stage is set! After months of meticulous preparation, the Marist Brother’s Old Pupil Association (MBOPA) in Samoa and American Samoa communities will begin their highly anticipated three-day fundraising events this week.
Demonstrating a...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Pacific Air Charters expects to begin commuter operations in American Samoa later in 2026, according to a June 16 filing with the US Department of Transportation (DOT) submitted in response to Samoa Airways' request to extend its cabotage authority on routes between Pago...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — McConnell Dowell has answered Tafuna High School’s request for help in repairing the road in front of their office. THS principal Tutuila Nauer Togilau had asked Faipule Fagaima Larry Sanitoa for his support after a visit from the Department of Health had identified the...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — American Samoa wakes up this morning to the start of its America250 celebrations, with the 2026 July 4th Fautasi Regatta set to launch the territory’s commemoration of the nation’s 250th Independence Anniversary. Weather remains the deciding factor, but anticipation...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Department of Public Safety is currently conducting an investigation into a tragic traffic incident that led to the death of a passenger who was involved in a police chase on Friday evening.
Acting Police Commissioner Falanaʻi Lavataʻi Taʻase Sagapolutele confirmed...
The Marist Brothers Old Pupil Association (MBOPA) Samoa Executive Committee and designated subcommittee representatives traveled to American Samoa over the weekend to assist local affiliates and associates with vital coordination of a 3-day fundraising event. The premier fundraising event begins...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On June 12, 2026, a man was arrested after allegedly damaging his family’s home by attempting to start a fire following an argument over travel plans.
The defendant, Tony Iosua was later arrested and charged with:
Count 1: Private Peace Disturbance, a class C...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On June 11, 2026, a man was arrested for punching his girlfriend during a domestic dispute in the village of Puapua.
The defendant, Samuelu Taunaola was later charged with:
Count 1: Private Peace Disturbance (DV), a class C misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for up...