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AG Fepulea'i Ripley is acting governor
Attorney General Fepuleai Afa Ripley is now the acting governor. Governor Togiola Tulafono left the territory last night and Lt. … [MORE]

Delay in release of MWPC checks
The Disbursing Office began distributing Making Work Pay Credit checks later than usual yesterday and the distribution was still continuing … [MORE]

ASPA issues boil water notice
The American Samoa Power Authority is urging residents utilizing the central water system to boil their water before using it. Areas … [MORE]

AG's Office probes US passport for drug defendant
The Attorney General’s Office is now investigating the issuance of a US passport to Leafaitulagi Siaumau, who's charged with … [MORE]

DPS to hold candlelight service for Lt. Brown
The Department of Public Safety will hold a candle light service next week in memory of detective Lt. Liusila Brown, who was shot to death … [MORE]

Efforts to stop wage increases hit snag
Congressman Faleomavaega Eni’s efforts to halt annual increases in the local minimum wage have hit a snag. A provision which was … [MORE]

Case of Leafaitulagi Siaumau bound over to High Court
District Court Judge John Ward found there was probable cause to bind over to High Court the case of a woman who allegedly tried to smuggle … [MORE]

Tri Marine: cannery plans will take time
In a statement issued today, Governor Togiola Tulafono announced that Tri Marine International is negotiating to acquire Chicken of the … [MORE]

Commitee explores security measures for court buildings
Immediately following the shooting in front of the High Court a week ago, Chief Justice Michael Kruse appointed a committee to look into … [MORE]

This Saturday is final day for Census field operation
This Saturday is the last day of the field follow up operation for the 2010 Census. Every day enumerators have come across … [MORE]

Two liners to arrive on same day in October
History will be made in October when two cruise ships arrive in the territory on the same day. The Executive Director of the American … [MORE]

Defense moves to strike out language in Lualemana case
The defense in the federal case of Simeti Lualemana of Tula has asked the court to strike out allegations in the indictment that are not … [MORE]

Man charged with sex offences enters plea deal
A man charged in May with five criminal charges in connection with his involvement with a 16-year-old girl pled guilty this week under a … [MORE]

Senator's happy no ASG funds in cannery deal
A lawmaker who opposed the governor’s request for $5 million to buy the remaining assets of the Samoa Packing plant is happy to hear … [MORE]

DOE told to move out of former Daewoosa dorms
Two years ago, the Department of Education was directed to move out of the former Daewoosa Samoa dormitories to make room for a call … [MORE]

FAA helps improve airline radio contact
Airline pilots flying between American Samoa and Samoa will now enjoy clear radio communication with Faleolo International Airport thanks … [MORE]

Fagatele Bay Marine Sanctuary lists achievements
The Fagatele Bay National Marine Sanctuary is taking big steps to bring ocean and climate issues to the forefront and make the sanctuary an … [MORE]

Former assistant AG supports call to arm cops
A former drug prosecutor who trained local police officers throughout his more than 10 years as an assistant attorney general, says … [MORE]

Retaliation is most common EEO complaint
The majority of cases filed with the Honolulu Office of the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission are from employees claiming that … [MORE]

Special Education Academy concludes
Director of Education Dr. Claire Poumele has hailed the first Special Education Academy as a major success. Held over the last three … [MORE]