Category: Provincial
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Hope Amidst Hardship: Canlaon City’s IDPs and Sectoral Workers Receive Vital Aid
In a heartening display of community support, Canlaon City in Negros Oriental is extending a lifeline to its residents affected by the recent volcanic eruption of Mt. Kanlaon. Over 1,450 internally displaced persons (IDPs) are set to receive financial assistance through the government’s TUPAD program this week, offering a glimmer of hope to those forced…
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New Era for MILF Combatants: DSWD-10 Takes the Reins in Northern Mindanao
In a significant shift of responsibility, the Department of Social Welfare and Development in Northern Mindanao (DSWD-10) has stepped up to manage decommissioned combatants from the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF). This change was formalized through a memorandum of agreement signed on Monday, involving DSWD-10 along with offices in Regions 9 and 12. The signing…
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Shocking Drug Bust in Zamboanga: Millions in Shabu Seized, Three Arrested, One Escapes
In a dramatic turn of events in Zamboanga City, law enforcement officials have apprehended three high-value targets and confiscated a staggering P15.6 million worth of shabu during a meticulously planned buy-bust operation. The operation, which unfolded near a hospital, saw the arrest of two factory workers, aged 66 and 30, and a 42-year-old driver, all…
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Lanao del Norte’s Bold Step Towards Peaceful Elections: Candidates and Officials Unite
In a powerful display of unity and commitment to peace, Lanao del Norte’s election candidates and government officials have come together to sign a peace covenant, aiming for a tranquil and orderly election day on May 12. The event, which unfolded across the municipalities of Nunungan, Pantar, and Sultan Naga Dimaporo, was not just a…
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Revolutionary BBM Rice Now a Daily Staple in Camarines Sur: Priced at Just P29 per Kilo!
In a groundbreaking move to enhance food security, the National Irrigation Administration in Bicol (NIA-5) has begun daily sales of Bagong Bayaning Magsasaka (BBM) rice in Camarines Sur. This initiative, launched from the NIA-Camarines Sur Irrigation Management Office in Barangay Sta. Lucia, Magarao town, aims to provide affordable, freshly milled rice to the community, particularly…
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La Union’s Tourism Soars to New Heights: P1.06 Billion in Revenue Despite Fewer Visitors
In a remarkable display of resilience and appeal, La Union’s tourism sector has achieved a significant milestone by generating PHP1.06 billion in 2024, a 3 percent increase from the previous year’s PHP1.03 billion. This growth comes despite a slight dip in tourist numbers, with arrivals dropping by 2 percent from 550,359 in 2023 to 539,824…
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Double the Fun, Double the Security: Negros Oriental Gears Up for Major Events
In a bold move to ensure safety, the Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office (NOPPO) has vowed to protect thousands of attendees at two major overlapping events in March. The Central Visayas Regional Athletic Association (CVIRAA) meet, set for March 9 to 17, and the Regional Junior/Senior/Cadet Encampment of the Girl Scouts of the Philippines (GSP)…
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Heroes Honored: Philippine Army Marks One Year Since Deadly North Negros Clash
In a solemn ceremony, the Philippine Army’s 79th Infantry Battalion (79IB) gathered to remember the sacrifices and lives lost during the intense week-long conflict known as the ‘Battle of Pinapugasan’ in Escalante City, Negros Occidental. The event, which took place from February 21 to 27, 2024, was commemorated on its first anniversary with a holy…
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