Tag: Dumaguete City
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President Marcos Jr. Celebrates Instant Hires at Job Fair, Urges More Employment Opportunities
In a vibrant display of support for the Filipino workforce, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. visited Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, to oversee the Trabaho sa Bagong Pilipinas job fair. The event, held on February 20, 2025, saw 27 job seekers being hired on the spot, a moment Marcos celebrated with enthusiasm. He congratulated the new…
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Appeal to Hog Suppliers to Lower Pork Prices in Dumaguete
In an effort to reduce the soaring prices of pork in Dumaguete City, the Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) of Negros Oriental is urging hog suppliers to sell their livestock locally. The call comes as pork in the city is priced at PHP400 per kilogram for lean meat, significantly higher than the PHP320 to PHP380 per…
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Negros Oriental Appeals to Hog Suppliers to Lower Pork Prices in Dumaguete
In an effort to reduce the soaring prices of pork in Dumaguete City, the Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) of Negros Oriental is urging hog suppliers to sell their livestock locally. Jaymar Vilos, the designated information officer for the PVO, highlighted that pork in the city is priced at PHP400 per kilogram for lean meat, significantly…
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WrkPod, Inc. to Boost Dumaguete’s Economy with 600-800 New Jobs
WrkPod, Inc., a business process outsourcing company with a decade-long presence in the Philippines, is set to enhance its operations in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental. The company announced the opening of 600 to 800 new positions at its latest facility in the PHCCI Capital building during a press conference on February 6, 2025. Kody Thompson,…
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Young Woman Arrested in Dumaguete City with PHP3.4 Million in Suspected Shabu
In a significant drug bust in Dumaguete City, a 21-year-old woman was apprehended on Sunday, February 2, 2025, with approximately PHP3.4 million worth of suspected shabu. The arrest took place during a meticulously planned buy-bust operation in Purok Bliss, Barangay Talay. The suspect, originally from Bacong, was under intense police surveillance and is considered a…
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Young Woman Arrested in Dumaguete with P3.4 Million in Suspected Shabu
In a significant drug bust in Dumaguete City, a 21-year-old woman was apprehended on February 2, 2025, with approximately PHP3.4 million worth of suspected shabu. The arrest took place during a meticulously planned buy-bust operation in Purok Bliss, Barangay Talay. The suspect, originally from Bacong, was under intense police surveillance and considered a high-value target…
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SEC Opens Satellite Office in Dumaguete to Enhance Transaction Speed
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched a new satellite office in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, aiming to expedite transactions for clients in the region and nearby Siquijor. The announcement was made during a press conference on January 22, 2025, attended by key figures including Edward Du, president of the Negros Oriental Chamber of…
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Finance Secretary Recto Clarifies National Tax Allotment Calculations with City Mayors
In a significant meeting held at the Department of Finance (DOF) office in Manila, Finance Secretary Ralph Recto engaged with city mayors to address and resolve concerns regarding the computation of National Tax Allotment (NTA) shares for local government units (LGUs). The dialogue, which took place on January 15, 2025, included key figures such as…
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Fireworks Injuries Surge in Negros Region, Alongside Residential Fire in Dumaguete
The Department of Health in the Negros Island Region has documented a concerning rise in fireworks-related injuries, totaling 96 cases from December 21 to January 2. The majority of these incidents, 62 in total, involved minors. Negros Occidental reported the highest number of cases at 59, while Negros Oriental and Siquijor had 15 and 2…
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Negros Oriental Celebrates New Year’s Eve Without Firecracker Incidents
In a safe and joyous New Year’s Eve celebration, Negros Oriental reported no incidents related to firecrackers or pyrotechnics, according to local authorities. The streets of Dumaguete City were filled with residents and visitors alike, all gathered at the Pantawan 2 of the Rizal Boulevard to welcome the New Year. The local police and fire…
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