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THE Uraali Refaluwasch Association is asking the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council how the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands will benefit from programs under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, including the Western Pacific Sustainable Fisherie…

The Marianas Visitors Authority has unveiled a conceptual vision for transforming the historic Japanese Lighthouse property on Saipan into a vibrant visitor and cultural experience center, while calling on government agencies, businesses, community organizations, and entrepreneurs to help create a …

THE Commonwealth Ports Authority failed to properly record true-up adjustments from fiscal years 2017 to 2024, causing the timing of revenue recognition to depart from applicable accounting principles, according to an audit report completed by Ernst & Young.

SAIPAN Mayor Ramon “RB” Camacho defended his decision to seek an attorney general opinion on the reinstatement of DPS Commissioner Anthony Macaranas, saying the move was intended to protect the commissioner and prevent criminal cases from being jeopardized — not to challenge Gov. David M. Apatang.

SENATOR Manny Gregory T. Castro on Saturday explained his decision to defect to the Republican Party, saying his governing philosophy “has naturally evolved” through years of public service and listening to families, business owners, educators, and workers across the CNMI.

THE Commonwealth Utilities Corporation is seeking Commonwealth Public Utilities Commission approval to purchase more than $2.2 million in new ultrasonic water meters to replace roughly 2,500 failed units across Saipan, Tinian, and Rota, CUC Executive Director Kevin Watson said.