Guam - Starting today you and I can expect to pay $3.45 more on our monthly power bills. The Public Utilities Commission last night approved the Guam Power Authority's request to adjust its Levelized Energy Adjustment Clause of fuel recovery surcharge.
This reflects about a 1.3% increase. The hike went into effect today and will remain in effect until January. Included for the first time in this LEAC period is the expected production from the new 25-megawatt solar renewable energy project which is expected to begin producing energy by the end of the year.
Senators opened up their April legislative session with discussion on a bill to provide for "exceptional term contracts." Sponsor Senator Tom Ada explains that for certain projects, would-be developers are seeking longer lease terms. An example is the GuaMore >>
Senators opened up their April legislative session with discussion on a bill to provide for "exceptional term contracts." Sponsor Senator Tom Ada explains that for certain projects, would-be developers are seeking longer lease terms. An example is the GuaMore >>
A man who tried to hide drugs in his slipper so that he could smuggle it into the prison is sentenced in District Court today. Ron Molano Taitano will serve 18 months to run consecutive with his 2012 case. As reported, he released from DOC custody last yeMore >>
A man who tried to hide drugs in his slipper so that he could smuggle it into the prison is sentenced in District Court today. Ron Molano Taitano will serve 18 months to run consecutive with his 2012 case. As reported, he released from DOC custody last yeMore >>
An island teacher has been recognized for inspiring her students. Darlene Respicio Eay Quichocho, a drama and English teacher at George Washington High School wins the first Jane Wha-Young Kim scholarship award for teaching excellence. The $10,000 award rMore >>
An island teacher has been recognized for inspiring her students. Darlene Respicio Eay Quichocho, a drama and English teacher at George Washington High School wins the first Jane Wha-Young Kim scholarship award for teaching excellence. The $10,000 award rMore >>
The Port Authority received an unmodified clean opinion in a recent audit released by the Guam OPA. The report states the Port closed last fiscal year with an increase in net income of $4.1 million, a $1.7 million decrease from previous years. The report More >>
The Port Authority received an unmodified clean opinion in a recent audit released by the Guam OPA. The report states the Port closed last fiscal year with an increase in net income of $4.1 million, a $1.7 million decrease from previous years. The report More >>
Fingers were on fire this weekend during the Guam E-Sports Championships. Gamers from across the island battled in the two-day tournament held at the Guam Museum for cash and prizes. They tackled a variety of games including FIFA18, Super Smash Brothers, More >>
Fingers were on fire this weekend during the Guam E-Sports Championships. Gamers from across the island battled in the two-day tournament held at the Guam Museum for cash and prizes. They tackled a variety of games including FIFA18, Super Smash Brothers, More >>
Multiple car break-ins reported over the weekend. Now, a man and woman are under arrest. Raphael Joshua Hutton and Carol Berences Otobed are each charged four counts of burglary to a motor vehicle, three counts of criminal mischief, possession of a scheduMore >>
Multiple car break-ins reported over the weekend. Now, a man and woman are under arrest. Raphael Joshua Hutton and Carol Berences Otobed are each charged four counts of burglary to a motor vehicle, three counts of criminal mischief, possession of a scheduMore >>
It was a night of rock and roll. Dozens coming out and some even dressing the part for the 11th annual Rock Aid benefit at the Hard Rock Cafe in Tumon. Participants getting in on a variety of fundraising efforts happening Saturday night. Salvation Army's More >>
It was a night of rock and roll. Dozens coming out and some even dressing the part for the 11th annual Rock Aid benefit at the Hard Rock Cafe in Tumon. Participants getting in on a variety of fundraising efforts happening Saturday night. Salvation Army's More >>
The 2018 Teacher of the Year was awarded by the Foundation of Public Education and DOE at the Teacher of the year Gala this past weekend. After selecting 3 finalists, from over 80 nominees, Jonah Mari Gumataotao, a seventh grade social studies teacher atMore >>
The 2018 Teacher of the Year was awarded by the Foundation of Public Education and DOE at the Teacher of the year Gala this past weekend. After selecting 3 finalists, from over 80 nominees, Jonah Mari Gumataotao, a seventh grade social studies teacher at More >>
Marching for Mother Earth, on Sunday, Eco-Warriors gathered along Paseo Loop in East Hagatna to celebrate Earth day. With signs and chants, teens and adults from multiple organizations raised their voice to protect the Earth. They marched along Marine CorMore >>
Marching for Mother Earth, on Sunday, Eco-Warriors gathered along Paseo Loop in East Hagatna to celebrate Earth day. With signs and chants, teens and adults from multiple organizations raised their voice to protect the Earth. They marched along Marine CorMore >>
The Crown of thorns sea star, or COTS for short, is preying on Guam's coral. The coral reef response team, has noticed a population spike of these spiny sea stars that eat and kill coral. If you spot one, officials say spines can sting, plus if you injureMore >>
The Crown of thorns sea star, or COTS for short, is preying on Guam's coral. The coral reef response team, has noticed a population spike of these spiny sea stars that eat and kill coral. If you spot one, officials say spines can sting, plus if you injureMore >>
