Author: Jessica Manalili
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Tarlac Governor Promises Uninterrupted Waste Collection Amid Landfill Closure
In the wake of the Kalangitan sanitary landfill’s closure in Capas, Tarlac, the provincial government has reassured residents that garbage collection services will continue without interruption. The landfill, managed by Metro Clark Waste Management Corporation (MCWMC), shut down following the expiration of its contract with Clark Development Corporation (CDC) on October 5. Governor Susan Yap…
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DOH Allocates P10 Million for Medical Aid to Bicol Families Hit by Storm Kristine
In a significant relief effort, the Department of Health (DOH) Region 5 (Bicol) has been actively distributing medical and logistical support to communities devastated by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, known internationally as Trami, which struck in October. The DOH-5 has committed PHP9.92 million to aid the affected areas, providing essential supplies and services to those…
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Philippines Delays Sugar Imports Until Mid-2025 Amid Stable Domestic Supply
In a recent announcement, the Philippine government has decided to postpone sugar imports until mid-2025, citing a stable domestic supply of both raw and refined sugar. This decision was reached by Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. and Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) Administrator Pablo Luis Azcona during a meeting at the Department of Agriculture’s central…
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Camiguin Officials Urge Residents to Keep an Eye on Water Usage to Prevent Bill Surges
In Cagayan de Oro City, the Camiguin provincial government is pushing for residents to vigilantly track their water usage to dodge unexpected spikes in their water bills. Governor Xavier Jesus Romualdo announced on Thursday that both households and businesses have the option to request an inspection from the Camiguin Water Company (CWC) to identify any…
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