Tag: Local Government
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Pampanga Municipality Donates PHP1.5 Million Facility to Boost Philippine Coast Guard Operations
In a significant move to enhance disaster response and environmental protection, the local government of Sto. Tomas, Pampanga, has handed over a new two-storey facility valued at PHP1.5 million to the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG). The ceremony, attended by Mayor John Sambo and PCG officials, highlighted the importance of this new asset in bolstering maritime…
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Visayas Governors Rally Behind President Marcos Jr.’s Leadership
In a show of solidarity, leaders from the Visayas region have publicly reaffirmed their support for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. The declaration came during a unity lunch hosted by Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia, who also leads the ‘One Visayas Bloc’. At this gathering, all 16 governors from the Visayas, including those from Cebu, signed…
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Albay Farmers Anticipate Increased Yields with New Agricultural Equipment
Farmers in Camalig, Albay are poised for a significant boost in their agricultural output following the distribution of new farming machinery. The event, which took place on Thursday at Nuyda Park in Barangay 2, saw the distribution of hand tractors to four farmers’ associations and one barangay council, as part of the local government’s initiative…
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President Marcos Jr. Provides P50 Million in Aid to Typhoon-Hit Aurora
In a gesture of support for the typhoon-stricken regions of Aurora, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has allocated PHP50 million in financial assistance. The aid was distributed on January 15, 2025, at the provincial capitol in Baler, with the President’s son, William Vincent Araneta Marcos, personally delivering the funds to local government officials. The funds…
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Majority of POGO Centers Closed Down, Small Operations Under Surveillance
In a significant crackdown on Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs), approximately 80% of the 400 hubs have been shuttered across the nation. The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) reported that despite the widespread closures, some POGOs have shifted to a ‘guerilla’ mode of operation, defying the nationwide ban. PAOCC’s Executive Director, Gilbert Cruz, highlighted during…
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Majority of POGO Hubs Closed Down, Small-Scale Operations Persist
In a significant crackdown on Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs), approximately 80% of the 400 hubs have ceased operations across the country. The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) reported that despite the nationwide ban, some POGOs have shifted to smaller, ‘guerilla-style’ operations. PAOCC Executive Director Gilbert Cruz highlighted during the Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon program that…
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Majority of POGO Hubs Closed Down, Small-Scale Operations Under Surveillance
In a significant crackdown on Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs), approximately 80% of the 400 hubs have been shut down across the country. The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) reported that the remaining operators have shifted to a ‘guerilla’ mode to evade the total ban. PAOCC Executive Director Gilbert Cruz highlighted during the Bagong Pilipinas…
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Ilocos Norte’s Mount Lammin Temporarily Closed to Prevent Grass Fires
In an effort to safeguard its natural resources and prevent potential grass fires, the local government of Piddig in Ilocos Norte has temporarily barred visitors from accessing Mount Lammin. Mayor Georgina Guillen announced the closure on social media, describing it as a necessary preventive action. The mountain, known for its cool climate and the largest…
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