Community Briefs — Nov. 27, 2015

Military training at FDM, Warning Area 517
ASAN, Guam—The U.S. Air Force and Marine Corps will conduct training at the island of Farallon de Medinilla during the following dates and times:
• Nov. 30, from noon to 7pm
• Dec. 2, from 10am to 11pm
• Dec. 3, from 2-11pm
• Dec. 4-5, from 2-9pm
• Dec. 6, from 2-10pm
The U.S. Navy will conduct training at Warning Area 517 on Dec. 2, from 7pm to 11pm
The general public, especially fishermen, commercial pilots and marine tour operators are advised to stay clear of the areas during the dates and times indicated. (JRM)

Limited hours for NMI Judiciary
Today, Nov. 27, 2015, the Guma Hustisia on Saipan will have limited hours of operation from 7:30am to 11:30am only. Essential services in the Offices of the Clerk of Court, the Marshal Service Division, and Judicial Chambers will be provided. Minimal staff will be designated to address docket requirements, emergency and related prescheduled matters. The Administrative Services Unit (Casher), Information Systems Unit, Building & Maintenance, Office of the Commonwealth Recorders, Law Revision Commission, and the Judiciary Administrative Office will be closed all day. On Rota and Tinian, the courthouses will be closed all day. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, Nov. 29, 2015. (NMI Judiciary)

SHEFA sets submission deadlines
For both new and returning applicants of the Saipan Higher Education Financial Assistance, the application deadline for spring 2016 semester is Dec. 1, 2015. Deadline for the submission of the memorandum of agreement and supporting documents is on Feb. 29, 2016. Applications can also be faxed to (670) 235-5996 or emailed to saipanshefa@gmail.com. Ongoing recipients do not need to reapply for this spring term. However, you must submit your official transcript and class schedule for spring 2016 before Feb. 29, 2016. For more information  and  inquiries about the SHEFA program, visit the SHEFA website, www.saipanshefa.net, or contact the office by e-mail at saipanshefa@gmail.com/contact@saipanshefa.net. (SHEFA)

Nepal group to do Tinian cleanup
Nepal Tinian Society Inc. is organizing an islandwide cleanup on Nov. 28, 2015, starting at 6am and covering the areas from the Office of the Mayor site to the San Jose Church, fiesta grounds, Kammer Beach, Tachogna, and Taga Beach. All organization members will participate in the cleanup. Anyone who wants to join is welcome. (PR)