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Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata congratulates Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland upon confirmation by the U.S. Senate, and welcomes her to this key leadership role, which is important to American Samoa.
“I want to welcome and congratulate Secretary Haaland, my former colleague...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A 35-year-old man convicted of assaulting another man by poking his neck with a knife and punching him in the face multiple times is going to jail.
Vincent Muliaga, who has been in custody since his arrest last year, unable to post a $15,000 surety bond, has been ordered...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A man who entered into a plea agreement in a drug case has been ordered to depart the territory and remain outside of its borders for the duration of his 5-year probation sentence.
Joshua Mili appeared in High Court two weeks ago for sentencing.
Mili, who has been in...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The House of Representatives unanimously passed a bill instructing government agencies and private associations that are sponsors of youth athletic activities to require primary coaches and officials to complete an annual concussion recognition course; setting forth...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Some of the saddest moments happening due to the COVID-19 border restrictions are that many of our local families are finally able to return with their loved ones who have passed away while awaiting the journey home
Some bereaved families have chosen cremation for their...
A glimpse at some of returning residents of American Samoa from the United States, who are now being quarantined at the Tradewinds Hotel during their Sunday service yesterday by the Poolside. [courtesy photo]
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — After what looked to be a stand off on Friday, there’s been a breakthrough over the weekend in negotiations between the South Pacific Academy board of directors and striking SPA teachers.
Sunday, March 14, attorney for the striking teachers, Charles Alailima announced...
![[l-r] Moefaauo Bill Emmsley, Dr. Jean Anderson, and Dr. Malouamaua Tuiolosega](https://www.samoanews.com/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/field/image/lbj_board.jpg?itok=vyl5ktBQ "[l-r] Moefaauo Bill Emmsley, Dr. Jean Anderson, and Dr. Malouamaua Tuiolosega pose for a media photo last Friday following their Senate Hospital/ Health Committee confirmation hearing as new members to the American Samoa Medical Center Authority board of directors. All three were later confirmed by the Senate. Hospital board members require only Senate confirmation. [photo: FS]")
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Following a 30-minute confirmation hearing, the Senate during its session last Friday confirmed three new board members to the American Samoa Medical Center Authority board of directors, which governs the LBJ Medical Center. Under local law, only the Senate confirms the...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Gov. Lemanu Peleti Palepoi Sialega Mauga has informed the federal government that the new DMWR director Taotasi Archie Soliai is the new Point of Contact for three federal panels.
“American Samoa strives for thriving, valued and conserved coral reef ecosystems,” Lemanu...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A man who was intoxicated and caused a disturbance at his family home in Malaeimi was arrested and charged with public peace disturbance (PPD).
Tavita Faleseu made his initial appearance in District Court last week, where he entered a 'not guilty' plea. He was later...