Thursday, October 29, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - This coming Saturday, October 31, the Division of Youth Services invites youth, families, and community members to a spooky and fun-filled Halloween Movie Night at The Iboom from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The evening will feature two movies, Hotel Transylvania 4, followed by The Curse of Bridge Hollow. Attendees can also enjoy face painting, balloon animals, popcorn, live chess, and outdoor games. The program will include a spec

Thursday, October 29, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - On October 18, 2026, the Department of Health Services issued the Communicable Disease Report from October 19-25, 2026. This report presents a comprehensive overview of syndromic trends and activities from 23 sentinel sites across the state, including laboratory‑confirmed cases, public health updates, and recommendations. For the Diarrheal cases, has increased by six this week to 15, remaining above the Alert threshold. Cases w

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yesterday, October 27th, the Yap State Election Office provided a specimen of the ballot question that will appear during the upcoming General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, allowing voters to review the question of whether a constitutional convention should be held to consider amendments to the Yap State Constitution. The ballot question reads: “Shall there be a convention to amend the Constitution?” Under Article X, Section 1

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The FSM Green Climate Fund (GCF) Food Security Project (SAP020) shared highlights earlier today, October 28th, on its recent activities with the Thabeth Community in Yap, showcasing efforts to strengthen community participation, promote sustainable agriculture, and improve local food preservation practices. The activities, held on October 10 and 18, 2026, focused on reviewing project progress, advancing community-led agricultu

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The FSM Green Climate Fund (GCF) Food Security Project (SAP020) has recognized Mr. Jay Garmangeg as the Yap Coordinator for Components 2 and 3, bringing local agricultural expertise and community development experience to efforts aimed at strengthening food security and climate resilience across Yap State. Based at the College of Micronesia–FSM Cooperative Research and Extension (COM-FSM CRE), Garmangeg will support project imp

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Yap State joined the observance of United Nations Day on Friday, October 23, 2026, with activities highlighting local products, cultural traditions, and community participation across the state. In recognition of the occasion, some government offices and businesses observed the holiday, while schools in the outer islands held programs to mark the day. Several private-sector vendors offered locally made products for sale, showcas

Monday, October 26, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The FSM Telecommunications Cable Corporation (FSMTCC) carried out scheduled road cutting and crossing work in the Talguw area near Gilmar Store and V6AI Radio Station on Saturday, October 24, 2026, as part of the ongoing underground fiber network installation throughout Yap Island. The work began at 8:30 a.m. and was scheduled to continue until completion. To minimize traffic disruptions, the road cutting was planned in two halv

Monday, October 26, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Yap State Workshop on Inclusive Weather and Climate Services began earlier today, Monday, October 26, 2026, at the YapCAP Conference Room in Colonia and will continue through Friday, October 30. The workshop is organized by the FSM Weather Service Offices in partnership with the Pacific Community (SPC) through the Climate and Oceans Support Program in the Pacific (COSPPac), the Pacific Disability Forum, and the Fiji Meteorolo

Thursday, October 22, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Yap Comprehensive Cancer Control Program congratulates the winners of the Women’s Health Week raffle and thanks all women who participated in the free health screenings. Twenty winners have been selected to receive $25 each, courtesy of the Yap Cancer Program. The winners are Justina Guchol, Magdalen Letawerimeng, Bridget Sugwermal, Maria Lugumai, Juanita Ilemangsou, Genesse Gorong, Regina Muturwan, Rita Leyangmal, Sheila

Thursday, October 22, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Department of Health Services, has issued the Yap Communicable Disease Report for Epidemiological Week 42, covering the period of October 12-18, 2026. For Diarrhea, Diarrheal cases increased by two this week bringing the total to nine cases, remaining above the Alert threshold. Cases were reported at Main Hospital OPD (5), Gagil CHC (2), Tamil CHC (1), and Lamotrek Dispensary (1). Laboratory testing identified enteric path

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Waab Softball Association held its first semifinal round on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the Yap High School Baseball Field, as teams continued their pursuit of the tournament championship. The semifinal games featured competitive matchups, with teams demonstrating skill, teamwork, and determination. Results from the games were as follows: Sisters vs. Lady Protectors: Team Sisters won with a score of 28–09 Keb Ngom vs. FM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The government vessel Hapilmohol 2 departed Yap on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at approximately 5:00 p.m. for a scheduled long-distance voyage to the outer islands at the start of Fiscal Year 2027. The vessel is scheduled to serve Ulithi, Fais, Eauripik, Woleai, Ifalik, Fechailap, Elato, Lamotrek, and Satawal before returning to Yap along the same route. The voyage will provide transportation for government personnel and privat

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - Two staff members of the Yap State Public Service Corporation (YSPSC), Mr. John Chieng and Mr. Jeremiah Rutun, have been selected to participate in the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Country-Focused Training Program on the “Project for Energy Transition in the Pacific,” scheduled for October 14–31, 2026, in Okinawa, Japan. The JICA Micronesia Office announced the selection on October 14, 2026, as part of the prog

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Yap State Scholarship Program is preparing to expand educational financial assistance opportunities for eligible students, following an informational session held on Friday, October 16, 2026, at the College of Micronesia-FSM, Yap Campus. During the visit, the Scholarship Coordinator met with representatives of the Yap State Scholarship Program and the Workforce Enrichment Division to share important updates on the existing

Monday, October 19, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The container vessel Kota Ratu arrived in Yap from Guam yesterday, October 18, 2026, at approximately 7:00 a.m., delivering 17 containers of essential goods and supplies to support local supply chains, commercial activities, and the daily needs of communities across the State. The vessel departed Yap earlier today, October 19, at approximately 7:00 a.m., continuing onward to Koror, Palau. The shipment included a variety of goods

Monday, October 19, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - On Friday, October 19th, the Yap State Environmental Protection Agency (Yap EPA), in coordination with the Yap State Public Service Corporation (YSPSC), has announced the lifting of the boil-water advisory issued on June 2, 2026, for Colonia and affected surrounding communities. The advisory was lifted following the restoration of water treatment operations by YSPSC and the completion of water quality sampling and testing by the

Monday, October 19, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Division of Youth Services, in collaboration with the Youth Planning Committee, hosted a Youth Trivia Night on Friday, October 16, 2026, at the Small Business Development Center in Colonia, Yap, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The event provided youth with an opportunity to participate in interactive activities that promoted teamwork, learning, and friendship. The evening began with registration, followed by an introduction expl

Friday, October 16, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Division of Youth Services, together with newly arrived Australian volunteer Josh Braine, conducted a youth outreach activity on October 15, 2026, at the park next to Manta Ray Bay Resort and Yap Divers. The outreach was held at 3:00 p.m., a time when many students gather at the park after school while waiting to catch their buses home. The location and timing were chosen to provide the division with an opportunity to connec

Friday, October 16, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The Yap Inter-Agency Nutrition Education Council (YINEC) held its 2026 World Food Day celebration today, Friday, October 16, at the Yap Living History Museum, bringing together community members and participating organizations to promote food security, nutrition, and sustainable food production. This year’s celebration centered on the theme, “Innovate Today. Nourish Tomorrow,” highlighting the importance of innovative solutions

Friday, October 16, 2026 /// DYCA PIO Yap FM - The State of Yap welcomed two Australian volunteers on September 28, 2026, through the Australian Volunteers Program, bringing professional experience and a commitment to supporting local initiatives in youth development and legal reform. Joshua Braine was assigned as a Youth Development Mentor with the Division of Youth Services under the Department of Youth and Civic Affairs (DYCA), and Amit Dogra, assigned as a Legislative Me