Tag: Dinagat Islands
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Dinagat Islands Launches P14.9 Million Road Project to Boost Connectivity
In a significant development for Dinagat Islands, construction has commenced on a new 1.5-km road aimed at enhancing connectivity between two local communities. The project, which broke ground recently, will link Barangay Cuarinta in San Jose with Barangay Manoligao in Cagdianao, as announced by Governor Nilo Demerey Jr. Governor Demerey emphasized the importance of the…
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Second Group of Dinagat Islands Workers Heads to Hungary
On Monday, February 10, 2025, a second contingent of 19 seasonal workers from Dinagat Islands set off for Hungary. This follows the initial group of 26 workers who departed on January 31, as announced by Governor Nilo Demerey Jr. on Tuesday. The workers are part of the Seasonal Workers Program (SWP), facilitated by the Dinagat…
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Dinagat Islands Town Halts Classes Amid Heavy Rains
In response to severe weather conditions, the town of Tubajon in Dinagat Islands has suspended classes at all educational levels. The decision was made by Mayor Simplicia Pedrablanca, who issued Executive Order No. 04 on Thursday, January 30, 2025, citing the dangers posed by the ongoing heavy rains and strong winds brought by the easterlies.…
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Dinagat Islands Enhances Tourism Appeal with New Accreditations
In a move to elevate its tourism sector, the Dinagat Islands provincial government has recently accredited a range of services, including 10 accommodation establishments, six community tour guides, and three water transport vehicles. This initiative, announced by Governor Nilo Demerey Jr., aims to uphold high standards of quality and reliability in the province’s tourism offerings.…
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Hawksbill Sea Turtle Rescued and Released in Dinagat Islands
In a heartwarming act of conservation, a hawksbill sea turtle was released back into the ocean in Barangay White Beach, Dinagat, Dinagat Islands on Monday, January 6, 2025. The turtle’s release came shortly after it was discovered and rescued by a local resident, Ronel Geraldino. Geraldino promptly notified the Department of Environment and Natural Resources…
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Dinagat Islands Receives PHP5 Million Grant from Department of Agriculture
The provincial government of Dinagat Islands was granted PHP5 million by the Department of Agriculture in the Caraga Region (DA-13) as part of the Enhanced Kadiwa Program. The handover occurred on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, and was personally conducted by DA-13 Regional Executive Director Arlan Mangelen to Nilo Marco Demerey, who represented Governor Nilo Demerey…
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Dinagat Farmers Receive P1.6-Million Kadiwa Grant for Refrigerated Van
In a significant boost to the agricultural sector of Libjo, Dinagat Islands, the Department of Agriculture in Caraga (DA-13) has awarded a PHP1.6-million grant under the Enhanced Kadiwa Program. The grant was handed over during a ceremony on December 17, 2024, led by DA-13 Regional Executive Director Arlan Mangelen to Libjo Mayor Melody Compasivo. The…
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Coast Guard Halts Sea Travel in Northern Dinagat Due to Typhoon Pepito
In response to the looming threat of Typhoon Pepito, also known internationally as Man-yi, the Coast Guard Station in Dinagat Islands has issued a temporary suspension of sea travel in the northern parts of the province. The directive, which came into effect on Saturday morning, specifically targets the municipalities of Loreto and Tubajon. According to…
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