Tag: Northern Samar
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Governor Highlights Strong Vatican-Northern Samar Bond During Papal Nuncio’s Visit
Northern Samar Governor Edwin Ongchuan welcomed Papal Nuncio to the Philippines, Archbishop Charles John Brown, during his visit to the province on January 15, 2025. The governor emphasized that the visit underscores the deep and lasting relationship between the Vatican and Northern Samar, rooted in a history of shared faith, mutual respect, and a dedication…
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Northern Samar Upgraded to First-Class Province Amid Economic Growth
In a significant development for Northern Samar, the province has been elevated from a second-class to a first-class status in 2024, reflecting a robust improvement in its fiscal performance over the past three years. This upgrade was announced by Governor Edwin Ongchuan, who highlighted the progress in an undated photo shared by the provincial government.…
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Tragic End for Crew of Sunken Cargo Ship in Masbate
In a somber development, the body of a missing crew member from the ill-fated MV Jerlyn Khatness was discovered in Barangay Magcaraquit, Masbate, on Saturday. The vessel had met its demise in the waters off Lavezares, Northern Samar, on December 30, succumbing to harsh sea conditions. The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) – Eastern Visayas…
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Search Continues for Missing Crew Member of Sunken Cargo Ship in Northern Samar
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is still actively searching for Andres Bulanon, the missing chief engineer of the cargo vessel MV Jerlyn Khatness, which sank off the coast of Lavezares, Northern Samar on December 30. The vessel, carrying cement from Cebu, went down around 2:30 p.m. after being hit by large waves near Barangay Balicuatro.…
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Tragedy Strikes as Cargo Ship Sinks Off Northern Samar: One Dead, One Missing
In a tragic maritime incident, one crew member of the cargo vessel MV Jerlyn Khatness lost their life, and another remains unaccounted for after the ship sank near Lavezares, Northern Samar on December 30. The body of a 30-year-old crew member was found floating near Biri, Northern Samar, as confirmed by the Office of Civil…
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Cargo Ship MV Jerlyn Khatness Sinks Off Northern Samar: 10 Rescued, 5 Missing
In a distressing maritime incident, the cargo ship MV Jerlyn Khatness sank off the coast of Northern Samar, leading to the rescue of 10 crew members while 5 others remain unaccounted for. The incident occurred on Monday, December 30, 2024, near Balicuatro village in Lavezares town, as reported by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on…
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Philippine Army Seizes Firearms in Ongoing Battle Against NPA in Northern Samar
In a significant development in the ongoing conflict against the New People’s Army (NPA) in Northern Samar, the Philippine Army’s 20th Infantry Battalion successfully recovered two firearms following a brief skirmish with six communist rebels. The encounter took place in the secluded areas of Manering village, Catubig, on Monday, December 16, 2024. The firefight, which…
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Eight Northern Samar Towns Declared Free from NPA Threats
In a significant stride towards peace, eight out of the 24 towns in Northern Samar have been officially recognized as free from the threats posed by the New People’s Army (NPA). This declaration was announced by the provincial government on December 13, 2024. The towns of Bobon and Mondragon were the most recent to receive…
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Philippine Army Honors 11 Soldiers for Successful Operations Against NPA in Northern Samar
In a ceremony held in Las Navas, Northern Samar, the Philippine Army’s 8th Infantry Division recognized the bravery and effectiveness of 11 soldiers involved in recent operations against the New People’s Army (NPA). Maj. Gen. Adonis Ariel Orio, the division’s commander, presented medals to the soldiers on December 10, 2024, for their roles in operations…
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