Regional

More than 200 people from all walks of life flocked to the PRR lobby on Saturday to grace the lighting of the Christmas Tree. The children accompanied by their parents were all delighted to see Santa Claus played by a local staff who declined to be identified. He is working at PRR’s Bell service de…

Patrol Division Chief Ismael Aguon said that the tourists were aboard a tourist bus and was traveling west from the airport when a car hit their vehicle. Aguon said the tourists were transported to the hospital for treatment of minor injuries.He said the incident was reported to the police on Decem…

The students of Ngarchelong Elementary School, in an effort to show their appreciation of their parents, teachers, and members of the state community, put together a variety show yesterday to lift the Spirit of Christmas. The students performed dances and skits, and sang Christmas carols to an audi…

This has been Ililau’s second time to be chosen as Best Employee. He was first named Best Employee six years ago. Ililau, 39, has been with the PPR for nine years now. He is married and has one child.Ililau said he was happy of the recognition but it came as a surprise.“I’m happy but I’m really sur…

BPS Patrol Division Chief Ismael Aguon said that there were three DUI incidents that were reported to the police, four car crashes, three burglaries and five thefts. Aguon said seven individuals were also arrested over the weekend for drinking in public place and for illegal possession of a control…

The resolution stipulates that BWA will provide technical assistance in the development of strategies to protect Ngarchelong’s watersheds and its sources of water, and to devise programs to further the strategies. During the early1990’s and in lieu of environmental awareness, studies were conducted…

The current minimum wage law does not allow most nonresident workers to receive minimum wage, by redefining who is eligible to receive the minimum wage and that there will be a greater economic advantage to the employees private sector businesses and the Republic. The bill is also aimed at maximizi…

Ai Ueda, Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects or GGP said that the grant will also upgrade the school’s science lessons. Ueda said that in Palau, Mindszenty is the third GGP recipient of the year.Basilio Deltang, the school’s principal said that the grant application required har…

Milad ‘L Dil, Inc. is a chartered non-profit, non-government women’s organization, which aims to “promote and nurture the interests of women and children in health and education.”  Its active members are: Priscilla M. Soalablai (2009 president-elect), Silwai M. Silas (2009 vice-president-elect), Co…

Julia Mesubed appeared on Friday for a plea hearing. She entered a guilty plea to the charge of one count of trafficking of a controlled substance. However, the plea agreement has yet to be accepted by Chief Justice Arthur Ngiraklsong.Under the plea agreement, Mesubed agreed to enter a guilty plea …