Tag: Bicol
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PhilHealth-Bicol Promises Robust Health Benefits with PHP4.1 Billion Allocation for 2025
LEGAZPI CITY – The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) in the Bicol region has reassured its members of ample financial resources to meet their healthcare needs in 2025. At a recent ‘Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas’ forum held at the regional office in Legazpi City, Albay, PhilHealth-5 Vice President Alberto Manduriao announced a PHP4.1 billion budget…
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Philippine Coast Guard in Bicol Bolsters Port Security for Holy Week and Elections
In anticipation of the Holy Week and the upcoming national and local elections scheduled for May 12, the Philippine Coast Guard in Bicol (PCG-5) has significantly enhanced security measures at ports throughout the region. Commodore Ivan Roldan, the Coast Guard District Bicol Commander, announced on Monday that over 800 personnel are now stationed at various…
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Bicol Police Seize Over PHP1.45 Million in Illegal Drugs During Weeklong Operations
In a successful crackdown on illegal drug activities, the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) announced the seizure of illegal drugs valued at over PHP1.45 million from February 3 to 9, 2025. The operations, which spanned across the region, led to the arrest of 43 suspects involved in drug-related crimes. According to PRO-5 Director Brig.…
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DSWD’s LAWA at BINHI Project to Aid Over 8,900 Bicol Residents
In a significant move to combat food insecurity and water scarcity, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has launched the Project Local Adaptation to Water Access and Breaking Insufficiency through Nutritious Harvest (LAWA at BINHI) in the Bicol region. This initiative, set to benefit more than 8,900 residents, was discussed at a recent…
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DSWD Provides Extensive Aid to Bicol Region
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in Bicol has been actively distributing various forms of assistance to the region’s residents. Over the past two months, nearly 6,000 families received food aid, while over 1,000 individuals benefited from cash and livelihood support. DSWD-5 Director Norman Laurio highlighted that the aid was distributed through multiple…
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Bicol Police Launch Youth-Driven Crime Prevention Initiative
In a significant move to bolster community safety, the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) has initiated the Kabataan Kontra Kriminalidad (KKK) program, aimed at engaging young people in crime prevention efforts. Launched in Sorsogon on February 1, 2025, the program seeks to empower youth from various backgrounds, including out-of-school youth, Muslim youth, and indigenous…
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Bicol Police Arrest 126 in Week-Long Anti-Crime Sweep
In a robust crackdown on crime, the Bicol region’s Police Regional Office (PRO-5) detained 126 suspects over the course of a week-long operation. The initiative, known as the Simultaneous Anti-Criminality Law Enforcement Operation (SACLEO), spanned from January 25 to January 31 and involved 104 separate actions across the region. Lt. Col. Malu Calubaquib, the spokesperson…
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Bicol Police Arrest 120, Seize P17 Million in Drugs During January Operations
In a significant crackdown on illegal drug activities, the Bicol Police Regional Office (PRO-5) reported the arrest of 120 individuals and the seizure of PHP17.2 million worth of illegal drugs in January 2025. The operations, which spanned across the region, resulted in the confiscation of 2.53 kilograms of shabu and 52.60 grams of marijuana, as…
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Four New People’s Army Rebels Surrender in Bicol Region
In a significant development over the weekend, four members of the New People’s Army (NPA) chose to lay down their arms and surrender to the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5). The announcement was made by PRO-5 spokesperson Lt. Col. Malu Calubaquib on Monday, highlighting that the individuals hailed from the provinces of Masbate and…
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