NMC lands $2.3M Helmsley grant to modernize nursing program, build simulation skills lab
SAIPAN — Northern Marianas College announced it has been awarded a $2.3 million grant from the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust to strengthen nursing education, expand workforce training, and grow allied health pathways across the islands.
CNMI, Interior officials meet on fiscal reform milestones ahead of Section 902 consultations
SAIPAN — Senior officials from the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Office of Insular Affairs are in the Commonwealth this week for high-level meetings focused on fiscal reform progress, audit milestones, and budget planning, according to the Office of the Governor.
CNMI SBDC Network announces Advisory Council, convenes inaugural annual meeting
SAIPAN — The CNMI Small Business Development Center Network at Northern Marianas College has announced its Advisory Council and convened its inaugural Annual Advisory Council Meeting, bringing together leaders from business, government, and education to help guide small-business development efforts across Saipan, Tinian, and Rota.
Governor Apatang welcomes Philippine Airlines as direct Manila flights return to CNMI March 29
SAIPAN — Governor David M. Apatang welcomed representatives from Philippine Airlines as the carrier prepares to resume direct service between Saipan and Manila, with the inaugural flight scheduled for March 29.
DPS schedules two DUI sobriety checkpoints on Beach Road for Super Bowl Monday
SAIPAN — While Super Bowl showdown between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will bring hundreds of football fans to Saipan’s homes of hydration, the Department of Public Safety Highway Patrol will conduct two DUI sobriety checkpoints on February 9 as part of its roadway-safety enforcement effort.
CNMI joins Guam civil-military coordination talks, focusing on infrastructure, land use, workforce opportunities
SAIPAN — Governor David M. Apatang, joined by senior members of his administration, participated in meetings of the Guam Civil-Military Coordination Council in Guam as the CNMI joined Guam leaders and federal partners for discussions focused on shared regional priorities and community interests.
Free transportation added for February 6 Job Fair at Crowne Plaza
SAIPAN, CNMI — The CNMI Department of Labor’s Job Fair set for Feb. 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Crowne Plaza Resort is now adding a major boost for jobseekers: free bus transportation to the venue, plus free COTA passes while supplies last.
King-Hinds: USCIS confirms errors affecting some C37 work permit renewals; correct fee is $520
Washington, D.C. — CNMI Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds said her office is hearing from a growing number of CNMI long-term residents in the C37 category who are running into problems renewing their work permits, including applications that were returned by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services or left pending without receipt notices.
CUC warns of sewage odor in Sadog Tasi, Puerto Rico areas February 4
SAIPAN — Selling something strange in your neighborhood? The Commonwealth Utilities Corporation said residents in the Sadog Tasi and Puerto Rico areas may notice a sewage odor later this week as it activates the Sadog Tasi Wastewater Treatment Plant.
CNMI Department of Labor Job Fair this week at Crowne Plaza Resort Saipan
Saipan — Looking for work or a fresh start? The CNMI Department of Labor is inviting job seekers to its Job Fair 2026 this Friday, February 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Crowne Plaza Resort’s Hibiscus Hall.
