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(Press Release) — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in coordination with FEMA and CNMI partners, is preparing to begin residential debris removal operations on Saipan this week. Residents should start sorting storm-related debris into categories and placing it in the public right-of-way — the area …

NONPROFIT organizations were among the first lifelines for residents across the CNMI after Super Typhoon Sinlaku, with Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds praising the rapid arrival and impact of groups such as Samaritan’s Purse and World Central Kitchen.

STUDENTS of Northern Marianas International School and First Step Day Care Center received mental health support as classes resumed on April 22, 2026, one week after Super Typhoon Sinlaku devastated the islands.

(Press Release) — The Division of Revenue and Taxation wishes to inform the general public that full operations will resume on May 11, 2026.

Businessman Alex Aquiningoc cleared Alaihai Street in Garapan of typhoon debris using his own heavy equipment. He said he had to help clear the road to give the Commonwealth Utilities Corp. vehicles and personnel access to areas that needed repairs. Another local resident, Martin Teregeyo, praised …

Nebula DeFi, a Nebula DeFi web3 technology firm based in Atlanta, and Zon Global Marianas, a CNMI-based tech company, announced a partnership to launch the Marianas Token, known as $MARI, a digital cryptocurrency that will channel a portion of its trading activity into typhoon relief and long-term …

THE Saipan Mayor’s Office will resume taking applications for tents on Monday, May 3, 2026, while FEMA continues its ongoing assessments. “Please visit our office, where our staff is ready to assist you and your family with the application process. We also want to extend a huge thank you to DFEMS, …