Tag: Cebu
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Cebu Reservists Undergo Intensive Marksmanship Training
In Cebu City, members of the 1901st Ready Reserve Infantry Brigade are currently engaged in a rigorous month-long marksmanship training program, as confirmed by a senior army official on Monday. This training, known as record firing, is designed to assess and enhance the shooting skills of the reservists using 5.56mm rifles. Col. Edgar Mangabay, who…
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Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Start of New Cebu Port to Ease Cargo Congestion
The construction of the New Cebu International Container Port (NCICP) commenced with a groundbreaking ceremony held in Barangay Tayud, Consolacion, Cebu. The event, attended by Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Jaime Bautista, signifies a major step towards resolving cargo congestion issues at the Cebu Base Port and enhancing the efficiency of commercial vessel operations in…
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New Mactan-Cebu Runway to Elevate Tourism in Central Visayas, Says DOT
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. officially opened the new parallel runway at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) on January 30, 2025, marking a significant advancement for tourism and aviation in Central Visayas. The Department of Tourism (DOT) celebrated this milestone, emphasizing its potential to enhance the region’s appeal to tourists. DOT Secretary Christina Frasco highlighted that…
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Romualdez Urges Lawyers to Champion Constitution and Justice for All
During the 20th National Convention of Lawyers held in Lahug, Cebu City, Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez emphasized the crucial role of lawyers in safeguarding the constitution, justice, and the rule of law. Addressing members of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines, Romualdez highlighted the importance of protecting those who cannot afford legal services, underscoring that…
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Philippine and US Air Forces Unveil New EDCA Fuel Storage Facility in Cebu
In a significant step forward for military cooperation, the Philippine Air Force (PAF) and the US Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) have officially opened a state-of-the-art fuel storage facility at the Brig. Gen. Benito N. Ebuen Air Base in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu. The ceremony took place on January 30, 2025, marking a milestone in the Enhanced…
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DSWD and Comelec Collaborate to Educate 4Ps Beneficiaries on Voting Technology
In a significant voter education initiative, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and the Commission on Elections (Comelec) joined forces to inform approximately 500 beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) in Liloan, Cebu about the features of the automated counting machine (ACM) set to be used in the upcoming May 12…
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Solar Power Brightens Future for Two Cebu Schools
In a significant move towards sustainable education, Pangan-an Elementary and High Schools on a remote island in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, have been equipped with solar power systems. The initiative, led by Aboitiz InfraCapital Cebu Airport Corporation, the private operator of Mactan Cebu International Airport, marks a new chapter for these educational institutions. On January 22,…
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NDA Educates Cebu Dairy Farmers on Hygiene to Boost Milk Safety
In Cebu City, the National Dairy Authority-Central Visayas (NDA-7) is actively training dairy farmers throughout the region on essential hygiene practices to enhance the safety and quality of their dairy products. Julyvie Avergonzado, from the food safety and quality assurance office of NDA-7, emphasized during a radio forum that these training sessions are crucial for…
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DOTr Considers Subway Project to Ease Traffic in Cebu
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is exploring the possibility of building a subway in Cebu to combat the province’s traffic congestion. DOTr Undersecretary for Planning and Project Development, Timothy John Batan, revealed in a recent interview on Radyo Pilipinas that discussions about the project began with Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia in 2024. The subway is…
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