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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Leone High School — home of the Lions — held their 60th Commencement Ceremony on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at their gymnasium for 123 graduates. Their theme was “O faiva e tapuaia, e a'e manuia” — tasks that are prepared and supported are accomplished successfully....
DOE director Maefau Dr. Mary Lauagaia Taufete’e seen with NVTHS Class of 2026 graduates, before she formally accepted and confirmed the 75 students during the Commencement Ceremony held on June 8, 2026, at the school’s gymnasium. She exhorted the graduates to “Let your words and deeds be how you...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Receiving congratulations and their diploma was an integral part of the Nuuuli Vocational Technical High School Commencement Ceremony with Principal Susana Kaisa as the Master of Ceremonies.
The invocation was offered by Rev. Malieitulua, who quoted Proverbs 3:16 “Commit...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Port Administration American Samoa (PAAS), in partnership with the Department of Commerce, is pleased to announce continued progress on construction of the new Ofu Wharf Terminal Building in the Manu‘a Islands.
It is funded through the Community Development Block Grant...
Pagp Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On July 5, 2026, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is encouraging its American members to participate in a special fast. For Latter-day Saints, the 250th anniversary commemorations are not merely a historic milestone for the country, but an opportunity to...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Amata, is honoring Women Veterans Recognition Day (June 12), a day specifically recognizing the historical milestone on June 12, 1948, when the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act was signed into law by President Harry Truman. From this point on, U.S. Servicewomen...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Air Force Recruitment Team paid a courtesy visit to the Governor’s Office shortly before graduation season, where they met with Lt. Governor Pulumataala Ae Ae Jr. to discuss opportunities for engaging and recruiting local youth into the Air Force.
The team shared...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — More tax refunds are scheduled to be released today and according to Treasury, the fastest way to get your refund when your name comes up is by direct deposit.
This second refund batch covers those who filed their taxes on April 20. Refunds will continue to be released...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On May 28, 2026, police responded to a reported domestic disturbance in Vaitogi after receiving a call from a man who alleged that a relative was threatening him with a machete.
The suspect was arrested and charged with:
Count 1: Private Peace Disturbance (DV), a class C...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — In May 2026, Gov. Pulaali'i Nikolao Pula announced that the Land Use Permit process has been streamlined to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
According to the memorandum, dated May 19, guidelines have been established to prevent unauthorized developments...