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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The American Samoa Government has submitted its proposed fiscal year 2027 budget to the Fono, outlining a total spending plan of $789.3 million — a 2 percent decrease from the FY 2026 budget.
The submission of the FY 2027 budget marks the beginning of the Fono’s review...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On July 13, 2026, a woman called the Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) and reported that her stepson was allegedly causing a disturbance and threatened her and his (suspect’s) wife.
The suspect was later arrested and charged with Count 1: Private Peace Disturbance (DV), a...
Ta’ū, MANU’A — The Manu’atele community gathered in a display of heritage and unity to celebrate the 122nd anniversary of the Manu’a Cession. The week-long festivities, characterized by vibrant cultural activities and spiritual reflection, culminated in an official program honoring the historic...
Representatives from American Samoa DOH Behavioral Health Services Division and Maternal and Child Health Program attended a Pediatric Behavioral Summit in Las Vegas this month.
It was a 2-day summit packed with speakers and professionals who shared their vast experiences working with children and...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On July 10, 2026, a storeowner from Nu’uuli contacted the local authorities and reported a suspect who allegedly altered two payroll checks to significantly increase their value before cashing them at a local convenience store in Nu'uuli.
The suspect was later charged...
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is welcoming an announcement from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) of a $493,002 grant for the American Samoa Department of Health (ASDOH) through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to strengthen epidemiology...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Lt Governor Pulumataala Ae Ae Jr. joined the American Samoa Telecommunications Authority (ASTCA) and Governor's Drug Control Office last Saturday in hosting an official Welcome Dinner in honor of the visiting athletes, coaches, and delegates for the WBSC Oceania U15...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A fire last month in Fagaima resulted in four of the village’s families losing their homes. In response to the needs of the fire victims, students in two sections of the American Samoa Community College (ASCC) summer class Introduction to Psychology (PSY 150) recently...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Faipule Fagaima Larry Sanitoa has brought to the attention of the Director of Port Administration Barney Sene his concerns about the non-use of the AviRamp when Hawaiian Air arrives or departs and the lack of distribution of immigration forms to fill out on the flight,...
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is stating clearly that her position against seabed mining in waters surrounding American Samoa has not changed and remains her consistent position. Amata further notes that no one else speaks for her, despite characterizations and assumptions of...