The second checkpoint will be conducted on Beach Road Chalan Kanoa in front of the Super Fresh Market, on the northbound lane. This checkpoint will commence at 11:30 p.m. and will be terminated at 12:45 a.m. early Saturday morning on Dec. 18 .
The third checkpoint will be conducted on Chalan Pale Arnold highway by the CNMI Museum on the northbound lane. This checkpoint will commence at 1:45 a.m. and will be terminated at 3:45 a.m. early Saturday morning on Dec.18.
On Saturday evening, Dec. 18, the first sobriety checkpoint will be conducted on Beach Road Chalan Laulau by Dr. Kaipat’s Residence on the southbound lane. This checkpoint will commence at 7:30 p.m. and will be terminated at 8:45 p.m.
The second checkpoint will be conducted on Chalan Pale Arnold, Puerto Rico by the U.S. Army Reserve Center on the southbound lane. This checkpoint will commence at 10 p.m. and will be terminated at 11:15 p.m.
The third checkpoint will be conducted on Beach Road Garapan across from Bank Pacific, on the southbound lane. This checkpoint will commence at 1 a.m. and will be terminated at 2:15 a.m. early Sunday morning on Dec. 19.
On Sunday, Dec. 19, the first sobriety checkpoint will be conducted on Beach Road Susupe in front of the Minatchum Adao pavilion on the southbound lane. This checkpoint will commence at 4:30 p.m. and will be terminated at 5:45 p.m.
The second checkpoint will be conducted on Cahlan Pale Arnold, Garapan across the Upper Miha Estate on the southbound lane. This checkpoint will commence at 6:30 p.m. and will be terminated at 7:45 p.m.
The third checkpoint will be conducted on Beach Road San Jose in front of the Morgan Building on the northbound lane. This checkpoint will commence at 8:30 p.m. and will be terminated at 9:45 p.m.
Each checkpoint conducted will last at least 75 minutes (1 hour and 15 minutes) at each location. This activity is part of the Department of Public Safety’s efforts to ensure that all operators abide the law.
In addition, police officers will be conducting highway criminal interdictions, saturation patrol, aggressive driver interdictions, and laser activities.
If you know you can’t drive, call the 3D hotline at 898-HELP or 898-SAVE.
Remember: Drinking and driving don’t mix!
Christmas in the Marianas Walk on Dec.18
(MVA) — The annual Northern Marianas Christmas Walk in the Marianas will be held this Saturday, Dec. 18, beginning at 4 p.m.
The starting point for this year’s walk will be the Southern Garden of the Hafa Adai Beach Hotel in Garapan. The walk will proceed north through Paseo de Marianas to the American Memorial Park pathway and continue to the end of the pathway near the Army Reserve base, and return to Hafa Adai Beach Hotel. Registration is free and participants will be treated with Christmas treats while supplies last.
“We encourage everyone to come celebrate the holidays at the Christmas Walk in the Marianas this weekend,” said Marianas Visitors Authority community projects manager Martin Duenas.
The event is spearheaded by Marianas Walking Association and supported by the Marianas Visitors Authority.
‘Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader’
(Saipan Southern High School) — On Dec, 10, Saipan Southern High School’s Book Club hosted a screening for the fifth installment of the Narnia series: “The Voyage of the Dawn Treader.”
Over one hundred students went to this field-trip including 3rd grade students of Gregorio T. Camacho Elementary school.
Sudi Napalan, SSHS librarian, collaborated with SSHS language arts teachers Jonathan Aguon, Paul Muira, David Frahm and GTC’s 3rd grade teacher, Raena Bermudes.
Students read and dissected the book for three weeks then viewed the movie at the Hollywood Theaters on Friday morning.
Here’s what some students have to say:
“The film version of ‘The Voyage of the Dawn Treader,’ I believe stuck to the book for the most part. I, nevertheless, thought the book was a lot better than the film version. With having the encouragement to read the book for both Book Club and English class, I discovered that there were several similarities and differences between the book and movie. The book was descriptive and distinct with its plot, which I found to be thorough yet amusing. The story’s plot was relevant to the film version with an abundance of action scenes, which was exciting to view as a motion picture. The film additionally had incredible sound effects that conveyed a thrill of exuberance to the audience. Overall, I thought the movie was well-kept, which I enjoyed very much.
“I would definitely recommend everyone to read ‘The Voyage of the Dawn Treader,’ especially to those who relish a combination of adventure, courage and true friendship!” — Cindy Benavente, SSHS Freshman student
“I found the movie satisfactory. It wasn’t mind-blowing though the effects and suspense kept me entertained.
Surprisingly, the movie does not accurately represent the events in the book. Overall, I felt that the movie really rushed through the story and that the storyline of the book is much better. Nevertheless, book club’s movie tie-tins are a great way to get everyone raving about a book.” — Richie Xu, SSHS Junior student
Christmas festivities at Hyatt Regency Saipan
(Hyatt Regency Saipan) — Christmas carols, up-close visits with Santa, a Gingerbread House and culinary delights to please your holiday palates…celebrate this yuletide season with Hyatt Regency Saipan.
As you walk by the lobby, Hyatt Regency Saipan welcomes you with a tall Christmas tree adorned in both red and gold. Embrace the holiday spirit as you listen to classic carols in the Lobby Lounge, where traditional Christmas cocktails are available all season long.
Then, experience the seasonal aroma of the Gingerbread House as you walk by DJ’s Corner. If that makes you hungry, allow us to do all the cooking for you this year as we prepare the season’s classic dishes, including turkey and ham, with Hyatt’s “Feasts to Go.”
Hyatt Regency Saipan also wishes all its guests a warm “Season’s Greetings” with a celebratory array of Christmas Eve offerings available at Giovanni’s, Teppanyaki, Miyako and Kili Café and Terrace.
Children are more than welcome to build memories that will last longer than this holiday break as Hyatt Regency Saipan launches the annual “Christmas Camp Hyatt.” During this special event, children aged from three to 12 are invited to explore, experience, create and play the Camp Hyatt way.
Hyatt has tailored an authentic Christmas Camp Hyatt experience with one-day, one-week, two-week and three-week packages. One of every ten children who register for the three-week package will receive a special Camp Hyatt T-shirt, as well as be able to bring a friend along for a complimentary week of fun.
Feel the touch of Christmas only at Hyatt Regency Saipan. Book now and make this season unforgettable; call 234-1234 for more information.
Red Cross donates comfort kits to CHC volunteers
(American Red Cross-NMI) — The NMI Red Cross recently donated 160 comfort kits to the CHC Volunteers Association.
NMI Red Cross Executive Director John Hirsh said this annual donation to the CHC volunteers is one of the many partnerships the Red Cross has with private, government, and non-profit agencies around the commonwealth.
The CHC volunteers have contributed countless hours to raising money used to purchase supplies and equipment used at the Commonwealth Health Center.
On hand to receive the donation were Rita V. Tenorio, CHC gift shop volunteer, Patrick Lizama, gift shop staff, J.D. Tenorio of the American Red Cross, and Department of Public Health staff.
For more information on the Red Cross and how to become a volunteer, call 234-3459 or visit the website at www.nmi.redcross.com.
Red flag at 9 Saipan sites
(DEQ) — The Division of Environmental Quality says water samples collected from Tanapag Meeting Hall, Central Repair Shop, DPW Channel Bridge, Dai-Ichi Drainage, Hafa Adai Hotel, Hafa Adai Drainage, Garapan Fishing Dock, Garapan Beach and Sugar Dock contained excessive concentrations of fecal indicator bacteria that exceeded the CNMI’s marine water quality standards.
DEQ has given these locations a red flag and advises the public not to fish or swim within 300 feet of the locations for the next 48 hours or until otherwise notified
