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LOTS OF KITTENS
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA —  The immediate first step to surgical procedures, and some others that are non-surgical  such as removing a bone stuck in your animal’s mouth, or taking an X-ray is anesthesia.  A member of the veterinary team will monitor vital signs and otherwise assist closely while...
DOH LOGO
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Dept, of Health has received recent reports of chickenpox spreading in the community and it is important to stay informed and take necessary precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones, especially children. The rash caused by chickenpox appears 10 to 21 days...
Taotasi Archie Soliai
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The importance of coral reefs in protecting our islands from strong waves and surges, which would otherwise erode coastal land areas, and its role as a safe haven for various marine ecosystems consisting of various species of plants, fish and other sea creatures...
EOB WITH TAX OFFICE BANNER
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The ASG Treasury department is releasing the first batch of local tax refund checks for 2023 filings, today, March 1.  ASG Treasurer Malemo Tausaga says the first batch will include checks for 1,473 taxpayers who filed their taxes between January 1 and January 29, for a...
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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On January 3, 2024, a man contacted the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) to report a male individual threatening him at his workplace. The suspect, Jerry Malaga, was apprehended and charged with the following: Count 1: Public Peace Disturbance — class B misdemeanor...
Jason Palmer
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Democrat Jason Palmer, competing in the 2024 American Samoa Democratic presidential caucus, is experiencing a surge in momentum ahead of voting on March 5, according to a press release from the candidate’s election staff. The caucus will be held at the Department of...
Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata speaking
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata who is an original cosponsor of America's Wildlife Habitat Conservation Act (AWHCA) took part in a Capitol press conference on Thursday in the House Radio and TV Correspondents Gallery as part of the rollout of America's Wildlife Habitat...
Senate chamber
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Senate passed in third reading on Wednesday, two Senate bills, which were discussed extensively in hearings held this week, while rejecting a bill that would have adjusted the compensation and expense packages for the legislators — senators and faipule — by raising...
Dr. Jon Hathaway
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — LBJ Hospital has added a gynecological surgeon to their medical team bolstering the center's capabilities in providing high-quality healthcare to the people of American Samoa, according to the hospital in a media release. Dr. Jon Hathaway brings with him a wealth of...
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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A 67-year-old man pulled over for a traffic violation was later found to be driving with a suspended driving license. Kalaniua Fia, a.k.a. John Fia was arrested and later charged with Count 1: Felony Driving — a class D felony punishable by imprisonment of at least 90...

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