World Meteorological Day Marked Monday With Focus on the Power of Observation
HAGÅTÑA —Monday marks World Meteorological Day, observed annually on March 23 to commemorate the establishment of the World Meteorological Organization on that date in 1950 and to recognize meteorologists around the world who work to track, understand and communicate the forces that shape daily life.
Helmsley Charitable Trust Awards CHCC More Than $8.6 Million to Expand and Modernize Surgical Department
SAIPAN — The Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation has received a grant of more than $8.6 million from the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust to expand and modernize the CNMI’s sole hospital-based surgical department, the hospital announced Sunday.
Governor Apatang Orders Revised Austerity Schedule for CNMI Government, Effective March 22
SAIPAN — Governor David M. Apatang has directed all Executive Branch departments, offices and agencies to implement a revised austerity schedule beginning this Sunday, March 22, citing rising fuel costs and the growing cost of living burden on government employees and their families.
Family of Julia Neisarhúg Kotomor Norita Expresses Gratitude to Community
The family of the late Julia Neisarhúg Kotomor Norita, known lovingly to her family and community as “Mom Sa,” has extended their heartfelt thanks to all who offered love, support and prayers during their time of loss.
King-Hinds Opens 2026 Congressional Art Competition for CNMI High School Students
SAIPAN — Congresswoman Kimberlyn King-Hinds has announced the start of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition, inviting high school students across the Commonwealth to submit original artwork for a chance to have their piece displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year.
NMTech Opens Mid-Spring 2026 Enrollment Through April 2
SAIPAN — The Northern Marianas Technical Institute is accepting registrations for its Mid-Spring 2026 semester through April 2, with classes in Baking and Pastry and NCCER Core Fundamentals available to new students.
Singapore-Based Pharmaceutical Company Plans First-Ever Manufacturing Facility in Saipan in $35M to $100M Investment
SAIPAN — A Singapore-based company with a 30-year operating history has submitted a qualifying certificate application to establish the first pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Commonwealth Economic Development Authority announced Wednesday.
King-Hinds Asks Energy Secretary to Address Structural Fuel Cost Crisis in CNMI and Pacific Territories
WASHINGTON — Congresswoman Kimberlyn King-Hinds has written to U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright asking the Department of Energy to work with her on solutions to fuel costs in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, where gasoline prices now range from $6.37 per gallon on Saipan to $7.34 and $8.50 per gallon on Rota and Tinian.
Wildlife Officials Survey Saipan Neighborhoods After Unconfirmed Snake Sighting
SAIPAN — The CNMI Division of Fish and Wildlife has launched precautionary brown treesnake surveys and trapping on Saipan following an unconfirmed report of a snake sighting last month, the agency announced Tuesday.
CUC Raises Fuel Adjustment Charge as Utility Regulator Lifts Year-Long Rate Freeze
SAIPAN — Electric bills in the Commonwealth are going up after the Commonwealth Utilities Corporation raised its Fuel Adjustment Charge this week, ending a freeze that had been in place for more than a year.
