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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On June 4, 2026, a mother in distress contacted the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) to report her son, who had recently been released from prison after serving approximately ten years, was causing a disturbance.
The suspect, Lauolefiso Naea was later arrested and charged...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Governor Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula has announced the launch of the new Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) website, www.hcbs.as.gov, a central hub where older adults, individuals with disabilities, families, and providers can learn about services that help people...
Pago Pago, American Samoa — Port Administration American Samoa (PAAS) has received funding from the Department of Interior (DOI) Office of Insular Affairs (OIA) Capital Improvement Project (CIP) grant to fund the repairs and renovations to the ‘Au’asi Small Boat Harbor Terminal Restrooms in Au’asi...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The 3-day weekend did not start well for four families in Fagaima when a fire destroyed their homes, last week Thursday, June 18, 2026, with reportedly a total of 17 people, now homeless.
TEMCO and the Red Cross have reportedly conducted their assessments, and with...
Washington, D;C; — Congresswoman Uifaatali Amata said thank you to Governor Pula’ali’i for his testimony Wednesday, June 17, 2026 on behalf of American Samoa before the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, along with the Governors of Guam, CNMI, Puerto Rico, and the USVI.
Amata...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Faleomavaega Eni Fa'aua'a Hunkin VA Clinic held the official opening and blessing of its newly expanded laboratory facility this week, an investment that will enhance healthcare services and improve access to quality medical care for veterans throughout American...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On June 1, 2026, the Leone Police Substation (LPS) received a call from a concerned father requesting assistance regarding his 29-year-old son who was allegedly causing a disturbance at their home.
The suspect, Anthony Noa, was arrested and charged with:
Count 1: Private...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On May 11, 2026, a man contacted the Tafuna Police Substation to report an alleged burglary at a residence in Nuuuli.
A 27-year-old man from Nuuuli is now facing multiple criminal charges after allegedly breaking into the residence and stealing more than $10,000 in cash...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Governor Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula has appointed Fofoga Sagato-Pila to fill the vacant position of the Zoning Board — completing the nine (9) required members of this board. Her term will expire on March 20, 2028.
According to the memorandum, Mrs. Sagato-Pila is from Aua...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The race for American Samoa’s At-Large Delegate seat in the United States Congress officially commenced today as Tuifagaloa Dr. Afu Lefaoseu III became the first candidate to formally pick up nomination papers and petitions from our local election office as it opened for...