Author: Mark Salazar

  • Antique Police Chief Urges Newly Promoted Officers to Uphold Service During Upcoming Elections

    In a ceremony held at the provincial headquarters in San Jose de Buenavista, Antique, the Antique Provincial Police Office (APPO) celebrated the promotion of several officers. APPO Director Col. Lea Rose Peña, during the event on February 6, 2025, emphasized the increased responsibilities that come with their new ranks, particularly in light of the upcoming…

  • DOTr Praises EDSA Busway as Metro Manila’s Top Public Transport

    The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has lauded the EDSA busway as the most effective public road transport system in Metro Manila. In a recent statement, DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista highlighted that the busway catered to over 63 million passengers in 2024, and in January of the current year, it has already served more than 5.5…

  • Two Arrested in Zamboanga City with P3.7 Million Shabu Haul

    In a significant anti-drug operation in Zamboanga City, authorities apprehended two individuals and seized PHP3.7 million worth of shabu on the morning of February 5, 2025. The operation took place in Sitio Asinan, Barangay Kasanyangan, where police arrested Cesar Manalo, 27, and Alkaber Bahari, 21. The haul included 550 grams of shabu packed in 11…

  • Bacolod City Anticipates 8,000 Visitors for February’s Major Events

    Bacolod City is gearing up to welcome around 8,000 visitors during three significant events scheduled for February, reinforcing its status as a leading destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) in the Philippines. The City Tourism Office highlighted that these events are poised to significantly benefit local businesses, including hotels, restaurants, and transportation services.…

  • First Gen to Power Industrial Printer with Renewable Energy and Efficiency Solutions

    First Gen Corporation, a leading renewable energy provider, has renewed its commitment to supply clean energy to Precision Crestec Inc., an industrial printing company based in Pasig City. The agreement includes providing 700 kilowatts of renewable energy to the facility, enhancing its sustainability efforts. In addition to the energy supply, First Gen’s affiliate, Pi Energy…

  • Surigao City Celebrates National Arts Month with Local Artists’ Exhibit

    Surigao City is currently hosting a month-long art exhibition at the city hall lobby, which began on February 3 and will continue until February 28. This event, part of the National Arts Month celebrations, showcases the talents of 11 local artists from Surigao, organized by the Surigao City Tourism Office. The theme for this year’s…

  • Calapan City Jail Staff Join Blood Donation Drive to Boost Local Supply

    In a commendable effort to enhance the local blood supply, personnel from the Calapan City District Jail (CCDJ) took part in a blood donation event organized by Holy Infant Academy, Inc. on February 1, 2025. The initiative, themed ‘A Simple Act, A Life Saving Impact,’ saw active participation from the jail’s staff, highlighting their commitment…

  • Calapan City Jail Joins Forces with Holy Infant Academy for Blood Donation Drive

    In a commendable display of community service, the Calapan City District Jail (CCDJ) teamed up with Holy Infant Academy, Inc. for a blood donation event themed ‘A Simple Act, A Life Saving Impact’ on Saturday, February 1, 2025. The initiative, held in Calapan City, aimed to bolster the local blood reserves and inspire residents to…

  • Sugar Industry Leaders Endorse SRA’s Sugar Order No. 6 for Market Clarity

    In a move to enhance transparency and efficiency in the sugar market, key players in the Philippine sugar industry have thrown their support behind the Sugar Regulatory Administration’s (SRA) Sugar Order No. 6. This order, which was temporarily postponed due to concerns from the Federation of Philippine Industries, aims to closely monitor the importation of…

  • Marcos Administration Praised for Proactive Disaster Management

    Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno of the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) has commended the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for its proactive stance on disaster preparedness, mitigation, and response. Speaking from Manila, Nepomuceno emphasized the necessity of these measures given the Philippines’ location in the Pacific Ring of Fire, which makes it highly susceptible…