Author: Noemi Villanueva

  • Bacolod City’s ‘Lab for All’ Caravan Brings Free Healthcare on Valentine’s Day

    On Valentine’s Day, the ‘Lab for All’ health caravan, inspired by First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos’s initiative, provided free healthcare services to 232 residents of Barangay Villamonte in Bacolod City. The event, held on February 14, 2025, featured a range of services including medical consultations, free medicines, and various laboratory tests, all facilitated by the Bagong…

  • Davao Region to Host Mega Job Fair for 4Ps Beneficiaries on February 15

    The Department of Social Welfare and Development in Davao Region (DSWD-11), together with the Office of the President, is set to organize the ‘Trabaho sa Bagong Pilipinas Para sa 4Ps Caravan Mega Job Fair 2025’ on February 15 in Tagum City, Davao del Norte. This event is a collaborative effort with the Department of Labor…

  • LRTA Initiates Land Acquisition for LRT-2 West Extension Project

    MANILA – The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) has commenced the process of acquiring the right-of-way (ROW) for the LRT-2 West Extension, according to an announcement made by LRTA Administrator Hernando Cabrera on Radyo Pilipinas. Cabrera revealed that PHP2 billion has been allocated specifically for this phase of the project, which is part of a…

  • Department of Agriculture Provides PHP1.3 Million in Relief to ASF-Affected Farmers in Negros Oriental

    In a significant move to support local agriculture, the Department of Agriculture (DA) has disbursed PHP1.334 million to hog farmers in Valencia, Negros Oriental, who suffered losses due to the African swine fever (ASF) outbreak last year. The funds were distributed to 54 farmers in the first round of payments, as confirmed by Jaymar Vilos,…

  • NBI Levels Serious Charges Against Four in Rice Repacking Fraud

    In a significant move against illegal rice trade practices, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has charged four individuals following a raid on a facility in Bocaue, Bulacan. The suspects, including a warehouse manager, two cashiers, and an inventory officer, were apprehended and transported to the Department of Justice on February 12, 2025. The charges…

  • Nueva Ecija Police Crack Down on Crime, Arrest 11 and Seize Drugs and Guns

    In a series of operations across Nueva Ecija on Monday, February 10, 2025, local police apprehended 11 individuals and confiscated illegal drugs and firearms. The operations spanned multiple cities and towns, showcasing a broad sweep against criminal activities in the region. Among those arrested was the eighth most wanted person in San Jose City, captured…

  • Negros Occidental Sees Surge in Chicken and Egg Production in 2024

    In 2024, Negros Occidental experienced a significant boost in its poultry sector, with chicken production rising by 8.18 percent to reach 43,652.25 metric tons, up from 40,350.82 metric tons the previous year, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). The province also saw a 21.11 percent increase in egg production, totaling 15,603.60 metric tons compared…

  • Marcos Endorses Full Senate Slate at Ilocos Norte Rally

    In a vibrant show of political force, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. spearheaded the campaign launch of the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte. The event, held on February 11, 2025, marked the official start of the coalition’s drive towards the May 12 elections, with all 12 senatorial candidates in attendance,…

  • Judicial and Bar Council Opens Applications for Supreme Court Position

    MANILA – The Judicial and Bar Council (JBC) has initiated the application process for a vacancy in the Supreme Court, following the upcoming mandatory retirement of Associate Justice Mario Lopez on June 4. The JBC made this announcement on Tuesday, marking the beginning of the selection process for this critical judicial role. The appointee to…

  • Congressman Advocates for Broader Tech Support in Agriculture to Boost Farmer Productivity

    In a recent statement, Navotas Representative Toby Tiangco, who leads the House Committee on Information and Communication Technology, has urged for the expansion of technology-driven agricultural initiatives across the nation. Tiangco emphasized the importance of equipping farmers with modern tools and knowledge to enhance their productivity and financial gains. Tiangco pointed out the success of…