The Department of Public Works, Energy Division Office will be hosting its “2022 Rota Energy Educational Awareness and Community Outreach Program Campaign Drive-Thru Distribution Event”. With the continuing rise in fuel costs and utility rates in the Commonwealth, the Division of Energy will be promoting energy conservation to encourage implementation of energy measures to assist residents reduce energy use and save money by distributing 16-inch standing fans or LED light bulbs (10 ea.) to residential households.     

On Saturday, October 23, 2022, fifteen participants from three child care centers across Saipan participated in two-hour training sessions on the following required health and safety training topics: Prevention of and Response to Emergencies Due to Food and Allergic Reactions, and Administration of Medication, Consistent with Standards for Parental Consent. The trainings were conducted by Evergreen Learning’s Quality Care Specialist, Maricar I. Pena at the Evergreen Learning Training Center in Chalan Kanoa. 

“On October 14, 2022, I humbly asked for the attendance of both legislative chambers to join me on October 21, 2022 as I share the story of the resilience of our islands and its people during the 2022 State of the Commonwealth Address (SOCA).” 

Governor Torres on Thursday afternoon met with Northern Mariana Islands Basketball Federation (NMIBF) President James Lee, team coaches, and players of the NMIBF U15 National Team to present a check totaling $22,434 which will be used to cover the team’s expenses on Guam as they represent the CNMI in the upcoming FIBA U15 Oceania Championships from November 21-26, 2022.

The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands were blessed by Pope Francis, as Governor Ralph DLG. Torres and First Lady Diann T. Torres were welcomed by Pope Francis following a pilgrimage to the Vatican City. 

Governor Ralph DLG. Torres on Thursday greeted and spoke to visiting delegations from Guam, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the U.S. mainland representing regional governments, federal and state entities, and policy bodies throughout the Pacific who are meeting to discuss broadband, cybersecurity, and emergency communications. Governor Torres thanked them for coming together to share their respective challenges and opportunities in the spirit of collaboration for growth.