May 24, 2025

Category: Provincial

  • Northern Samar Escalates Efforts to Combat African Swine Fever in Hog Farms

    In a determined effort to curb the spread of African swine fever (ASF), the Northern Samar provincial government has ramped up its initiatives following the confirmation of 14 cases across three towns. The provincial agriculture officer, Jose Luis Acompañado, announced that field surveillance has been initiated in areas reporting unusual hog deaths, aiming to contain…

    Written by

    Jose Cruz

  • DPWH Initiates Four-Month Repair Project on Biliran Bridge After Viral Swaying Incident

    The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has embarked on a PHP28.9-million repair project for the Biliran Bridge, which connects the island province to the Leyte mainland. The decision to repair the bridge came over a month after it gained widespread attention online for its noticeable wavelike movements. The repair work, which began this…

    Written by

    Imelda Bautista

  • Northern Samar Escalates Efforts Against African Swine Fever in Hog Farms

    In a determined effort to curb the spread of African swine fever (ASF), the Northern Samar provincial government has ramped up its preventive measures following the confirmation of 14 cases across three towns. The initiative includes intensified field surveillance in areas reporting unusual hog deaths, as stated by Provincial Agriculture Officer Jose Luis Acompañado during…

    Written by

    Crispin Valdez

  • DILG Secretary Remulla Engages with Local Leaders to Enhance Government Efficiency

    In a proactive move to streamline government operations, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Juanito Victor ‘Jonvic’ Remulla Jr. has been actively engaging with local government officials across various regions. During a press conference at Camp John Hay in Baguio City on February 19, 2025, Remulla emphasized his commitment to improving the…

    Written by

    Brian Corpuz

  • DILG Secretary Remulla Engages with Local Leaders to Enhance Government Operations

    In a proactive move to streamline government functions, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Juanito Victor ‘Jonvic’ Remulla Jr. has been actively engaging with local government officials across various regions. During a press conference at Camp John Hay in Baguio City on February 19, 2025, Remulla emphasized his commitment to improving the…

    Written by

    Juan Santos

  • Bicol Police Vow to Crack Down on Vote Buying and Selling During May Elections

    LEGAZPI CITY – The Bicol region’s Police Regional Office (PRO-5) has pledged a robust enforcement of its anti-vote buying initiative, ‘Kontra Bigay’, ahead of the national and local elections scheduled for May 12. PRO-5 Director Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon emphasized the police force’s dedication to eradicating vote-buying and vote-selling, which includes the distribution of money,…

    Written by

    Rodel Jacinto

  • Health Department Sends 14 Doctors to Underserved Bicol Villages

    In a move to bolster healthcare in remote areas, the Department of Health in Bicol (DOH-5) has dispatched 14 medical professionals to various rural health units across the region. The initiative, part of the ongoing Doctors to the Barrio program, aims to enhance medical services in isolated communities. A ceremony held on February 17, 2025,…

    Written by

    Danilo Alvarado

  • Bicol Police Vow to Crack Down on Vote Buying and Selling in Upcoming Elections

    LEGAZPI CITY – The Bicol region’s Police Regional Office (PRO-5) has pledged a robust enforcement of its anti-vote buying initiative, ‘Kontra Bigay’, ahead of the national and local elections scheduled for May 12. Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon, the director of PRO-5, emphasized their dedication to eradicating vote-buying and vote-selling, which includes the distribution of money,…

    Written by

    Herminio Racelis

  • Health Department Sends 14 Doctors to Serve Remote Bicol Communities

    In a significant move to enhance healthcare in rural areas, the Department of Health in Bicol (DOH-5) has dispatched 14 doctors to various remote locations across the region. This initiative falls under the Doctors to the Barrio (DTTB) program, aimed at improving medical services in underserved areas. The deployment was marked by a ceremony attended…

    Written by

    Erwin Magbanua

  • Bicol Police Vow Strict Enforcement Against Vote Buying in Upcoming Elections

    In a firm stance against electoral corruption, the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) has pledged to rigorously implement its anti-vote buying initiative, ‘Kontra Bigay’, during the upcoming national and local elections on May 12. Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon, the director of PRO-5, emphasized their dedication to eradicating vote-buying and vote-selling, which includes the distribution…

    Written by

    Noemi Villanueva