Tag: Northern Samar
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Northern Samar Escalates Efforts to Combat African Swine Fever in Hog Farms
In a determined effort to curb the spread of African swine fever (ASF), the Northern Samar provincial government has ramped up its initiatives following the confirmation of 14 cases across three towns. The provincial agriculture officer, Jose Luis Acompañado, announced that field surveillance has been initiated in areas reporting unusual hog deaths, aiming to contain…
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Northern Samar Escalates Efforts Against African Swine Fever in Hog Farms
In a determined effort to curb the spread of African swine fever (ASF), the Northern Samar provincial government has ramped up its preventive measures following the confirmation of 14 cases across three towns. The initiative includes intensified field surveillance in areas reporting unusual hog deaths, as stated by Provincial Agriculture Officer Jose Luis Acompañado during…
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Northern Samar Implements Strict Measures to Curb ASF Spread
In a decisive move to halt the spread of African swine fever (ASF), the Northern Samar provincial government has enacted stringent controls on the movement of live pigs and pork products across three towns. Governor Edwin Ongchuan signed Executive Order No. 25-02-01 on February 10, 2025, which imposes a month-long restriction in Las Navas, Catubig,…
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Nine NPA Rebels in Northern Samar Surrender, Hand Over Six Firearms
In a significant move towards peace, nine members of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Northern Samar have surrendered to the Philippine Army’s 19th Infantry Battalion. The surrender took place on February 15, 2025, and was reported by the military on February 17. The group, part of the NPA’s sub-regional guerrilla unit, handed over a…
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New Cebu to Catarman Flights Set to Boost Northern Samar’s Tourism
The Northern Samar provincial government has expressed enthusiasm for the new air route connecting Cebu to Catarman, which will be serviced by Philippine Airlines (PAL) starting March 1. The thrice-weekly service, scheduled for Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, will utilize an 86-seater De Havilland Dash 8 Series 400 Next Generation aircraft. Departures from Cebu are set…
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Philippine Coast Guard Halts Sea Travel in Northern Samar Amid Northeast Monsoon
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has issued a suspension of sea travel across several areas of Northern Samar, prompted by the anticipated impact of the northeast monsoon. The directive, announced on Thursday, January 30, 2025, affects all sea vessels operating along the northeastern sections of the northern and eastern coasts of the province. The affected…
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Archaeological Survey Reveals Rich History in Laoang, Northern Samar
In a recent exploration, a team of experts led by Dr. Emil Charles Robles from the University of the Philippines in Diliman has uncovered significant archaeological potential in Laoang, Northern Samar. The findings suggest that the town was a vibrant center of trade and culture long before the Spanish colonization in 1521. Dr. Robles emphasized…
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Northern Samar Seeks PHP1.2 Billion to Boost Agriculture and Fisheries Over Six Years
Northern Samar is ambitiously planning to allocate PHP1.2 billion over the next six years to revolutionize its agriculture and fisheries sectors. This initiative, detailed in the recently approved Provincial Agriculture and Fishery Modernization Plan (PAFMP) 2024-2030, aims to enhance the province’s agricultural sustainability and stimulate economic growth. Funding for this comprehensive plan will be sourced…
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