Two Years In
SAIPAN — Today, NMI News Service turns two. But this isn’t about us.
High Rip Current Risk in Effect Through Thursday Afternoon Across Marianas
SAIPAN — A high rip current risk is in effect for east-facing reefs of the Marianas through Thursday afternoon, the CNMI Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management said in a special marine advisory Monday evening.
GPA Trucks Arrive on Saipan, En Route to Reunite With Crews Already on Island
SAIPAN — A fleet of Guam Power Authority bucket trucks, utility trucks and specialized equipment was offloaded at the Port of Saipan Monday afternoon and is now on the road to be reunited with GPA crews already on island assisting Commonwealth Utilities Corporation with Sinlaku power restoration.
DPS: Man in Viral Dandan Video Was Carrying Airsoft Rifle, No Arrest Made
SAIPAN — A man seen carrying what appeared to be a rifle while walking down a village street in Dandan in a video circulating on social media was carrying an airsoft rifle and was not arrested, the CNMI Department of Public Safety said Monday.
Day 22 Recovery Digest: What Happened Across the Marianas Monday
SAIPAN — Day 22 of Sinlaku recovery brought a wave of developments across the Marianas Monday, from a murder arrest in Garapan to extended administrative leave, ongoing fire response, port disruptions and continued community-led relief.
CHCC WIC Clinic Phone Lines Restored, Updated Numbers Provided
SAIPAN — Commonwealth Healthcare Corp. WIC Clinic phone lines have been restored, the agency said in a community update Monday afternoon.
CUC Crews Pressing Recovery on Multiple Fronts: Leaks, Pipes, Wet Wells and Wastewater Plants
SAIPAN — Commonwealth Utilities Corporation crews are making steady progress repairing water leaks, replacing damaged pipes, pumping wet wells to prevent sanitary overflows and maintaining critical equipment at wastewater treatment plants, the agency said.
Saipan Humane Society Sets Weekly Vet Schedule at Casa Marianas, Notes Limited Vaccines and Flea, Tick Supplies
SAIPAN — The Saipan Humane Society announced its weekly schedule of veterinary services this week at Casa Marianas, the former Gold Beach Hotel, with virtual vet appointments Monday and Tuesday and in-person vet visits Wednesday through Saturday.
DPS Charges Garapan Man With Murder in Death of Sheldon Kaianoa
SAIPAN — A Garapan man has been arrested and charged with murder in the death of 45-year-old Sheldon Kaianoa, the CNMI Department of Public Safety said Monday.
CHCC WIC Clinic Phone Lines Down, Alternate Numbers Provided
SAIPAN — The Commonwealth Healthcare Corp. WIC Clinic is experiencing technical issues with its phone lines and is asking the community to use alternate numbers for assistance.