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USDA estimates up to 50,000 feral pigs in Guam, says current trapping efforts fall short
"All of our pigs are diseased, and they have some fairly serious diseases Swine brucellosis, pseudorabies, leptospirosis, being the main ones," Richardson said.
By Jolene Toves ·
Archdiocese launches Diabetes Prevention Program with Community Health Workers
"This is a three-month weight loss program with components of social determinants and health activities delivered by CHWs. The program is aimed at helping participants lose weight and understand specific and relevant social determinants of health challenges," Diaz said
Inaugural GCC Nursing cohort earns perfect NCLEX Pass rate
“Every one of these graduates worked hard to reach this point, and their success speaks to the determination and the dedication of our Allied Health Program. Because of this, Guam now has 20 more individuals prepared to serve our community as Registered Nurses," Tudela said.
Complaint: Man charged with assault allegedly used 'brass knuckles'
The incident occurred on Sept. 9 in the "automotive parking lot" across the cafeteria. According to the complaint, Tristan Jerome Concepcion Quinata chased a 15-year-old student and allegedly struck him in the face with brass knuckles, causing him to lose his balance.
By Jolene Toves ·
Operation Protektot Y Famagu'on leads to arrest of five men on Guam
Five men were arrested as part of Operation Protektot Y Famagu'on, or "Defender of Children," an undercover law enforcement initiative conducted in Guam from Aug. 22 to Aug. 27 targeting individuals allegedly seeking unlawful sexual contact with minors online.
By Jolene Toves ·
GMHA acquires $136K boom lift with US DOI funds
“Our team identified a need, developed the application, and secured the funding to address it,” GMHA Interim Administrator and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Joleen M. Aguon said.
Tiyan campus completes first phase of inspection, officials hope for return to in-person learning
"Several of us walked the campus the other day and I have to say, that I remember the first-time walking through it when it was first leased, then when it was used by JFK and then now to look at the campus today, there's a really big difference and improvement that we see in the campus today," Won Pat said.
By Jolene Toves ·
Moylan silent on meaning of number '5' displayed on OAG billboard
Guam Ethics Commission Executive Director Nico Fujikawa could not confirm or deny the existence of a complaint or investigation, citing legal protections for respondents and complainants.
By Jolene Toves ·
Teachers cite low pay, recruitment challenges during Bill 351-38 hearing
"They sacrifice their own money. Hours of their own time, doing things far outside the bounds of their job descriptions, because they are committed to their cause, and they are motivated by the sincere love for the people and the future of our island. Like so many of our schoolteachers, I am able to do this, to make these sacrifices, because we have second, and sometimes third jobs," Santos said.
By Jolene Toves ·
Jamaican Grill continues tradition of honoring First Responders on Sept. 11
“Since 2002, it’s been our honor to recognize Guam’s First Responders and welcome them to stop into any of our Jamaican Grill restaurants in uniform to enjoy our famous combo plate on us. It is a small way we can gather together never to forget the thousands of lives lost in that senseless tragedy 25 years ago,” said Frank Kenney, co-owner of Jamaican Grill.
Moylan presses US Postal, Trade officials to restore Guam de minimis exemption
“These changes are creating additional costs and complications for people simply trying to mail goods from Guam to the mainland,” Moylan said. “We are raising those concerns at the federal level while also working to make the requirements easier for our residents to navigate.”
By Jolene Toves ·
GDOE acknowledges special education staffing shortages, aide reassignments amid service concerns
"We looked at all those numbers, for example is a school had eight adult support aides and they had an additional eight teacher assistants, we looked at reallocating the resource of the one-to-one aides who were federal funded for the specific reason of adult support and reassigning them to other schools," Rosette said.
By Jolene Toves ·
OP-ED: What the Truman Scholarship taught me about community
"That week I realized the love I have for Guam was never something I’d have to leave behind to go serve the world. It was the very thing that let me explore and find my own individuality," Poblete said.
By Caden Poblete ·
15 of 48: Vote Smart Guam publishes candidate participation report as early voting nears
As of Sept. 9, 15 campaigns have completed their profiles by publishing a biography and the platform's Political Courage Survey. Ten campaigns started but have not completed their profiles while 23 have not responded.
Made in Guam products showcased to thousands at inaugural Japan festival
“The inaugural Håfa Adai Guam Festival is a celebration of the longstanding cultural and economic ties between Guam and Japan,” said Governor Lourdes A. Leon Guerrero.
By Jolene Toves ·
DPHSS seeks vendor to modernize public assistance enrollment system
"With the support of this administration and our federal partners, this modernization will help us reduce delays, strengthen accuracy, and make it easier for our clients to receive services with dignity and care,” DPHSS Director Theresa Arriola said.
By Jolene Toves ·
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Police investigating case involving minor found at Dededo bus stop on Sunday
Police said the minor was found at a bus stop in Dededo. Authorities also confirmed that units responded and met with the reporting person and the minor, noting that Child Protective Services was called to assist during the preliminary investigation.
By Jolene Toves ·
GDOE report links special education staffing shortages to service gaps, low student outcomes
"Progress toward Indicator 7 (Preschool Outcomes) was negatively impacted for preschool-aged children with disabilities. These interruptions limited the consistency and intensity of instruction and related services necessary to support measurable child progress," the report states.
By Jolene Toves ·
Man 'held over' on allegations of sexually assault
"While canvassing the area officers observed a make attired in a black shirt and white pants attempting to conceal himself in the heavily vegetated area from police," the complaint states.
By Jolene Toves ·
Western Pacific Maritime Academy earns federal Center of Excellence designation
“Having a federally recognized Center of Excellence right here on Guam strengthens our ability to train that workforce at home and positions our island to play an even greater role in America’s maritime future," Moylan said.
By Jolene Toves ·
GovGuam employees celebrated as 'Pillars of Service' at Labor Day Picnic
"As an employee, I feel like without each and every one of us, without each of the people here working, all the admin, the officers, everybody in between, we wouldn't be where we are as a government or as a community," Quinata said.
By Jolene Toves ·
DPHSS to place new childcare subsidy applicants on waitlist starting Oct. 1
New applicants who meet the updated income criteria will be placed on a centralized waitlist rather than enrolled immediately. Priority, however, will be given to foster children and families experiencing homelessness for immediate enrollment as funding spaces open up.
By Jolene Toves ·
Sablan leaves GDOL for EEOC leadership role in Hawaii
"Under his leadership, the program modernized its information management system, improving case tracking accuracy by approximately 40 percent, and consistently maintained 100 percent reporting compliance with EEOC requirements," GDOL said.
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