Author: Brian Corpuz

  • SSS-Luzon North 1 Surpasses Enrollment Goal by 78%, Reaches Over 100,000 New Members

    In a significant achievement, the Social Security System (SSS) Luzon North 1 division has exceeded its new member enrollment target by a remarkable 78%. Initially aiming for 58,400 new members by the end of the year, the division successfully enrolled 103,000 new members by October’s end. Ceasar Saludo, the vice president of SSS Luzon North…

  • Antique’s Economy Sees Modest 2.5% Growth in 2023 Amid Challenges

    In 2023, the economic growth of Antique province decelerated to 2.5%, a significant drop from the previous year’s 8.7% surge, according to data released by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) during a forum at Eagle’s Hotel and Function Hall in San Jose de Buenavista. The province’s gross domestic product reached PHP72.46 billion, up from PHP70.69…

  • 39 Villages in Central Visayas Declared Free of Drugs

    In a significant move against drug proliferation, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in Central Visayas (PDEA-7) has officially declared 39 villages in the region as drug-cleared. This announcement came after a detailed review by the Regional Oversight Committee on Barangay Drug Clearing (ROCBDC), chaired by PDEA-7 Director Alex Tablate, on November 21, 2024, in Cebu…

  • New Cultural Hub in Dagupan City Set to Elevate Pangasinan’s Arts and Tourism

    In a significant development for the arts and tourism sectors, Dagupan City in Pangasinan broke ground on the Bernal-Edades Cultural Center and Museum on November 15, 2024. The ceremony was attended by key figures including Pangasinan Fourth District Representative Christopher de Venecia and Dagupan City Mayor Belen Fernandez. This new cultural institution, dedicated to the…

  • AKB Party-list Rushes Aid to Catanduanes After Super Typhoon Man-yi

    In a swift response to the devastation caused by Super Typhoon Pepito, known internationally as Man-yi, the Ako Bicol (AKB) Party-list has mobilized significant relief efforts for the residents of Catanduanes. The typhoon, which struck on November 16, 2024, left a trail of destruction across the province, severely impacting homes and agricultural lands. On November…

  • P1 Million Bounty Set for Clues in South Cotabato Vice Mayoral Candidate’s Murder

    In a determined push for justice, South Cotabato 2nd District Representative Peter Miguel has announced a P1 million reward for any information that could lead to the capture of the individuals responsible for the brutal murder of Jose Osorio, a vice mayoral candidate from Tantangan. The announcement came on Monday, November 18, 2024, as the…

  • Cebu BRT Project Removes Structures Near Historic Capitol

    In a significant move, the management of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project has dismantled steel structures, including poles and roofing, near the historic Cebu capitol. Cebu City Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia confirmed that he was informed about the removal through a letter from the project manager, Norvin Imbong. The decision to remove these…

  • Bacolod Allocates PHP10 Million to Boost Livelihood for Persons with Disabilities

    In a significant move to support its community, Bacolod City has set aside PHP10 million to aid persons with disabilities (PWDs) through the local Department of Social Services and Development Sustainable Livelihood Program (DSSD-SLP). This initiative aims to empower 1,000 PWDs by providing each with PHP10,000 to kickstart their own livelihood projects. The recipients hail…

  • Nearly 5,000 DepEd-Bicol Contractual Workers Gain SSS Membership

    LEGAZPI CITY – In a significant move to enhance the welfare of its workforce, the Department of Education (DepEd) Region 5 (Bicol) has secured Social Security System (SSS) membership for nearly 5,000 of its job order (JO) and contract of service (COS) employees. This development was formalized through a memorandum of agreement signed on November…

  • 2,700 Antique Farmers Receive Financial Aid Amid El Niño Crisis

    In a significant relief effort, 2,700 farmers in Antique have been provided with cash assistance to mitigate the impacts of the El Niño phenomenon. The distribution took place at the Binirayan Gymnasium in San Jose de Buenavista, marking the beginning of a broader initiative to support 5,000 farmers in the region. The aid, part of…