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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On December 21, 2024, a concerned mother called the Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) for assistance regarding her son who was allegedly causing a disturbance by attempting to assault two victims.
Peter Tiamaniani was apprehended and later charged with:
Count 1: Assault in...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Concerns in the community continue to rise about the territory’s future economic well -being as the Trump Administration cuts to federal funding under the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk — special advisor to the president — resonate...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On December 21, 2024, a male individual called the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) to report a male individual who was allegedly causing a disturbance and threatening to kill him.
The suspect was apprehended and later charged with Public Peace Disturbance, a class B...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On December 22, 2024, a concerned neighbor contacted the Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) to report an alleged domestic violence incident.
The suspect was apprehended and later charged with:
Count 1: Private Peace DIsturbance (DV), a class C misdemeanor punishable by...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The first General Assembly for the Department of Health (DOH) was held on Friday, February 14, 2025, where staff and management were welcomed, along with the newly appointed Director, Dr. Saipale Fuimaono, and his leadership team.
The assembly commenced with a service,...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Following their remarkable performance in two rigorous phases of online competition, Leone High School JROTC Leadership Team, comprising Cadet Molesi Faaeteete, Cadet Suafo'a Lyzandra-Maria, Cadet Nansen Mary, Cadet Kaufusi Sosaia, Cadet Aifesili Joseph and Cadet Su'a...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A man experienced a harrowing ordeal when he was swept out to sea by strong currents while fishing earlier this week in Faga’alu. Fortunately, he was successfully rescued by the Marine Patrol Division of the Department of Search and Rescue.
Marine Patrol Chief Ina Ulberg...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — In an extraordinary display of skill, teamwork, and innovation, Tafuna High School’s JROTC Aerial Drone Team 96799B — Toa Drones II — claimed the title of All-Around Champions at the 8th Brigade Aerial Drone Championship, held on February 21- 22, 2025, in Reno, Nevada....
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Four members of the public testified before the Senate Rules Committee on Wednesday morning regarding the proposed bill to amend the law, allowing for separate election races for the Governor and the Lieutenant Governor, and a second bill to amend qualifications for...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On December 20, 2024, a man called the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) to report a male individual who was allegedly trespassing and stealing items from his residence.
The suspect fled the scene but was later apprehended and charged with:
Count 1: Stealing, a class A...