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ISLAND SNAPSHOTS – August 2022
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Posted on Aug 30 2022
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- SOROPTIMIST DONATES TO KARIDAT-Soroptomist International-NMI donates $ 500 worth of gift certificates for the children at Karidat Social Services before the school year starts. From left are Kimberly Camacho, Mercilynn Palec, Donna Krum, Karidat executive director Laura B. Ogumoro, Soroptimist president Maureen Sabangiol, Jessy Loomis, and Elsie Skang. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO)
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- A LESSON IN CANOE CARVING-Midshipman Aidan Otero from the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, learns the science and art of traditional canoe construction under the guidance of trades helper Orlando Limes during a visit yesterday to the Commonwealth Council for Arts and Culture’s Canoe/Navigation Project in Susupe. (WALT GOODRIDGE)
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- SENGEBAU POETRY WINNERS RECOGNIZED-Youth Congress Speaker YuriHana DLG Sasamoto, fouth from left, is joined by House Speaker Edmund S. Villagomez, far right, in presenting Youth Congress Commemorative Resolution 18-05 to Audrey Tabenas (formerly of Francisco M. Sablan Middle School, third from left) and Jill Anne Mallari (Mount Carmel School, center, right) last Aug. 1 at the House Chamber. The resolution congratulates both Tabenas and Mallari for winning their divisions in the 17th annual Valentine N. Sengebau Poetry competition in October last year as part of CNMI Humanities Month. The legislation was passed at the Youth Congress’ 4th Regular Session in November last year; however, the presentation was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (YOUTH CONGRESS)
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- YOUTH CONGRESS HONORS NMPMG-Youth senator Easton C. Dela Cruz (Marianas High School), together with Youth Congress Speaker YuriHana DLG Sasamoto (Mount Carmel School) presented 2022 Pacific Mini Games Organizing chair Marco T. Peter and chief executive officer Ben Babauta with Youth Congress Resolution 18-09, which commended the committee, officials, and athletes of the recently concluded Northern Marianas Pacific Mini Games 2022, held from June 17 – 25 of this year in the CNMI. Dela Cruz, in his capacity as YC Education, Sports & Recreation chairman, sponsored the legislation to honor the sacrifice each person involved in the event gave in making it a success. (YOUTH CONGRESS)
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- FREE BACK-TO-SCHOOL HAIRCUTS The first day of free haircuts yesterday by Fresh Factory drew many customers to the Kagman Community Center. Made possible by first lady Diann Torres in partnership with the Lady Diann Torres Foundation, Office of Governor, Fresh Factory and CNMI Women’s Affairs Office, the free haircuts will continue today, Aug. 15. In addition to the free haircuts, there will also be free resilient tees and refreshments while supplies last. This is open to students from PK3 to high school as part of efforts to usher in the new school year. Walk-ins only. (Contributed Photo)
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- FREE BACK-TO-SCHOOL HAIRCUTS The first day of free haircuts yesterday by Fresh Factory drew many customers to the Kagman Community Center. Made possible by first lady Diann Torres in partnership with the Lady Diann Torres Foundation, Office of Governor, Fresh Factory and CNMI Women’s Affairs Office, the free haircuts will continue today, Aug. 15. In addition to the free haircuts, there will also be free resilient tees and refreshments while supplies last. This is open to students from PK3 to high school as part of efforts to usher in the new school year. Walk-ins only. (Contributed Photo)
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- FREE BACK-TO-SCHOOL HAIRCUTS The first day of free haircuts yesterday by Fresh Factory drew many customers to the Kagman Community Center. Made possible by first lady Diann Torres in partnership with the Lady Diann Torres Foundation, Office of Governor, Fresh Factory and CNMI Women’s Affairs Office, the free haircuts will continue today, Aug. 15. In addition to the free haircuts, there will also be free resilient tees and refreshments while supplies last. This is open to students from PK3 to high school as part of efforts to usher in the new school year. Walk-ins only. (Contributed Photo)
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- FREE BACK-TO-SCHOOL HAIRCUTS The first day of free haircuts yesterday by Fresh Factory drew many customers to the Kagman Community Center. Made possible by first lady Diann Torres in partnership with the Lady Diann Torres Foundation, Office of Governor, Fresh Factory and CNMI Women’s Affairs Office, the free haircuts will continue today, Aug. 15. In addition to the free haircuts, there will also be free resilient tees and refreshments while supplies last. This is open to students from PK3 to high school as part of efforts to usher in the new school year. Walk-ins only. (Contributed Photo)
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- McDonald’s Hamburger University graduate Ruthzel Perez receives her certificate from her professor. Dale works at McDonald’s in Garapan, Saipan. The intense two-week course covered operations, staffing, equipment, and numerous subjects at the management level.(MCDONALD’S)
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- MANAGEMENT TRAINING McDonald’s Hamburger University graduate Dale Patricio receives her certificate from her professor. Dale works at McDonald’s Tamuning. The intense two-week course covered operations, staffing, equipment, and numerous subjects at the management level.(MCDONALD’S)
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- COLLISION-Police officers inspect the interior of a car that figured in a collision with a van on Beach Road across the Gilbert C. Ada Gymnasium in Susupe Wednesday morning. The car’s bumper sustained extensive damage. The van on the other hand, ended up slamming into a pedestrian signal light pole in the area. As of yesterday, the Department of Public Safety has yet to release information to the media about the accident. (FERDIE DE LA TORRE)
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- PACIFICA DONATES-Pacifica Insurance Underwriters, Inc. donates an indoor air rower ergometer exercise equipment to the Tinian Mayor’s Office to help promote a healthy living. Overall value of the donation is right under $1,000. In the photo are Pacifica Insurance representatives Francine Palacios and Annaly Sebastian joined by Tinian Municipal Council member Joe Santos, staff of the Tinian Mayor’s Office and members of the youth community. Pacifica believes that health truly is wealth and that our journey toward a healthier lifestyle is well underway and within reach. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO)
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- NMC-CREES INTERN-Northern Marianas College’s Cooperative Research, Extension, & Education Service recently hosted Catherine Atalig, second from right, as a social impact intern. Atalig is a senior studying Environmental Studies and Computer Science at Swarthmore College. She has been working with the NMC-CREES Nutrition and Health program and the CNMI Board of Parole Office on food security, agroforestry and restorative justice. Atalig created an interest survey, compiled results, and presented her findings to the CNMI-BOP. The interest survey was created to gauge parolees’ interest in gardening and agroforestry. In addition, Atalig was able to assist in enhancing the Susupe Community Garden by designing and painting a new SCG welcoming sign. Others in the photo are, from left, NMC-CREES Agroforestry and Food & Nutrition Security extension agent Jesse Deleon Guerrero, CNMI parole officer Ray Dador, and CNMI parole officer Shirlene C. Laniyo. (NMC)
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- MEETING THE NEEDS OF VETERANS-Gov. Ralph DLG Torres, second from left, met with U.S. Veterans Affairs Deputy Secretary Donald M. Remy, third from left, and other U.S. VA officials yesterday at the Governor’s Office on Capitol Hill to discuss the needs and potential resources for veterans in the CNMI. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO)
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- PACIFICA DONATION Pacifica Insurance Underwriters, Inc. donated a heavy duty air bike exercise equipment to the Rota Mayor’s Office to help promote a healthier living. Overall value of the donation is roughly $1,300. In the photo is Pacifica Insurance operations manager Shigeki Tenorio joined by Rota acting mayor Jovann Lizama and special assistant for administration Rodney Taisacan. Pacifica believes that health truly is wealth and that our journey toward a healthier lifestyle is well underway and within reach. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO )
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- The M2 Fitness 2nd Anniversary Fundraiser garnered the participation of hundreds of health and Zumba enthusiasts in a night of non-stop dancing. The highlight of the night, aside from the many raffle prizes that were handed out, was the appearance of Philippine celebrities Wowie De Guzman and Joshua Zamora who led the crowd in a Zumba routine that definitely got everyone’s hearts pumping. (PHOTOS By KIMBERLY B. ESMORES )
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- The M2 Fitness 2nd Anniversary Fundraiser garnered the participation of hundreds of health and Zumba enthusiasts in a night of non-stop dancing. The highlight of the night, aside from the many raffle prizes that were handed out, was the appearance of Philippine celebrities Wowie De Guzman and Joshua Zamora who led the crowd in a Zumba routine that definitely got everyone’s hearts pumping. (PHOTOS By KIMBERLY B. ESMORES )
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- The M2 Fitness 2nd Anniversary Fundraiser garnered the participation of hundreds of health and Zumba enthusiasts in a night of non-stop dancing. The highlight of the night, aside from the many raffle prizes that were handed out, was the appearance of Philippine celebrities Wowie De Guzman and Joshua Zamora who led the crowd in a Zumba routine that definitely got everyone’s hearts pumping. (PHOTOS By KIMBERLY B. ESMORES )
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- The M2 Fitness 2nd Anniversary Fundraiser garnered the participation of hundreds of health and Zumba enthusiasts in a night of non-stop dancing. The highlight of the night, aside from the many raffle prizes that were handed out, was the appearance of Philippine celebrities Wowie De Guzman and Joshua Zamora who led the crowd in a Zumba routine that definitely got everyone’s hearts pumping. (PHOTOS By KIMBERLY B. ESMORES )
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- The M2 Fitness 2nd Anniversary Fundraiser garnered the participation of hundreds of health and Zumba enthusiasts in a night of non-stop dancing. The highlight of the night, aside from the many raffle prizes that were handed out, was the appearance of Philippine celebrities Wowie De Guzman and Joshua Zamora who led the crowd in a Zumba routine that definitely got everyone’s hearts pumping. (PHOTOS By KIMBERLY B. ESMORES )
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- The M2 Fitness 2nd Anniversary Fundraiser garnered the participation of hundreds of health and Zumba enthusiasts in a night of non-stop dancing. The highlight of the night, aside from the many raffle prizes that were handed out, was the appearance of Philippine celebrities Wowie De Guzman and Joshua Zamora who led the crowd in a Zumba routine that definitely got everyone’s hearts pumping. (PHOTOS By KIMBERLY B. ESMORES )
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- The M2 Fitness 2nd Anniversary Fundraiser garnered the participation of hundreds of health and Zumba enthusiasts in a night of non-stop dancing. The highlight of the night, aside from the many raffle prizes that were handed out, was the appearance of Philippine celebrities Wowie De Guzman and Joshua Zamora who led the crowd in a Zumba routine that definitely got everyone’s hearts pumping. (PHOTOS By KIMBERLY B. ESMORES )
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- The M2 Fitness 2nd Anniversary Fundraiser garnered the participation of hundreds of health and Zumba enthusiasts in a night of non-stop dancing. The highlight of the night, aside from the many raffle prizes that were handed out, was the appearance of Philippine celebrities Wowie De Guzman and Joshua Zamora who led the crowd in a Zumba routine that definitely got everyone’s hearts pumping. (PHOTOS By KIMBERLY B. ESMORES )
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- The M2 Fitness 2nd Anniversary Fundraiser garnered the participation of hundreds of health and Zumba enthusiasts in a night of non-stop dancing. The highlight of the night, aside from the many raffle prizes that were handed out, was the appearance of Philippine celebrities Wowie De Guzman and Joshua Zamora who led the crowd in a Zumba routine that definitely got everyone’s hearts pumping. (PHOTOS By KIMBERLY B. ESMORES )
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- The M2 Fitness 2nd Anniversary Fundraiser garnered the participation of hundreds of health and Zumba enthusiasts in a night of non-stop dancing. The highlight of the night, aside from the many raffle prizes that were handed out, was the appearance of Philippine celebrities Wowie De Guzman and Joshua Zamora who led the crowd in a Zumba routine that definitely got everyone’s hearts pumping. (PHOTOS By KIMBERLY B. ESMORES )
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- From left, Ian Vanderbeek, vice president for Corporate Services; Keith Sisson, chief of staff of Southern Airways Express; Keith Stewart, president Marianas Southern Airways; and Bill Giles, vice president, Marianas Southern Airways-CNMI and Guam. Photos show the launch party that MSA hosted last night. (DONNA RIVERA)
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- JRM JOINS CNMI LIBERATION DAY CELEBRATION Joint Region Marianas Commander Rear Adm. Benjamin Nicholson waves as a local resident raises an American flag during the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands’ Liberation Day Parade on Saipan, July 4. The CNMI celebrated the event as their 74th, 75th, and 76th liberation day, as the parade was cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photos by U.S. NAVY/SHAINA O’NEAL)
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- Joint Region Marianas Commander Rear Adm. Benjamin Nicholson and Maj. Gen. Mark Hashimoto, mobilization assistant to the Commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, greet Don Farrell, 2021 Liberation Day Grand Marshall, during the CNMI Liberation Day Parade in Saipan, July 4.
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- Military leadership join in the presentation of a house resolution to David Sablan, son of Elias Parong Sablan, who was honored with the resolution for his contributions to the residents of Saipan as one of the island’s first local leaders following World War II, during the CNMI Liberation Day Parade on Saipan, July 4.
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- Soldiers from the Guam National Guard render salutes during the CNMI Liberation Day Parade on Saipan, July 4.
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- Marines from Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz march during the CNMI Liberation Day Parade on Saipan, July 4.
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- The Marine Corps Forces Pacific band performs on the Commonwealth Bureau of Military Affairs float during the CNMI Liberation Day Parade on Saipan, July 4.
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- Residents watch as a military caravan drives by during the CNMI Liberation Day Parade on Saipan, July 4.
