January 13, 2019
BAGUIO CITY – The safety of the general public will be a primary consideration in reopening Kennon Road to accommodate the thousands of tourists who will visit the city during the Baguio Flower Festival (BFF) or popularly known as “Panagbenga”, an official of the Office of the Civil Defense (OCD) said Thursday (January 10). “We […]
January 13, 2019
The wellness program being spearheaded by retired Philippine National Police Director Benjamin Magalong in Baguio has already benefitted a total of 17,701 residents from 123 barangays. Just after a few days from its launching last November 19, the series of medical, dental and optical outreach missions has elicited a snow-balling clamor for its replication in […]
January 13, 2019
BAGUIO CITY – The Department of Health awards John Hay Management Corporation (JHMC) with a Mother -Baby Friendly Certificate this year. The Certificate was received by Allan R. Garcia, JHMC President and CEO, and was witnessed by the JHMC Board of Directors. A “mother-baby friendly” certificate means that the JHMC ensures the promotion and practice […]
January 13, 2019
One thousand alumni of the SM Foundation scholarship program flocked to the SMX Convention Center Sunday (January 6) to reunite with SM patriarch Henry Sy Sr., matriarch Felicidad T. Sy, eldest daughter Tessie Sy-Coson, youngest son Harley and granddaughter Mara Sy-Coson. Also present at the gathering were Executive Director Debbie P. Sy and Executive Director […]
January 11, 2019
VILLASIS, PANGASINAN – The local government of this town is preparing a grand tribute for the former winners of popularity contests here, mostly overseas workers, during their homecoming at the town fiesta on January 19, to honor their contributions to key projects here. “It is an act of gratitude for their substantial contribution to the […]
January 11, 2019
Power transmission operator NGCP is renewing its call for the expedited passage of the Anti-Power Line Disturbance Act as it reminds the public to observe right-of-way clearances following several ROW breaches recorded recently, affecting NGCP’s power transmission services to its customers. On November 13 last year, the Nabunturan-Monkayo 69kV line tripped, resulting in an hour-long […]
January 11, 2019
The local government of Bauang is one of the 13 LGUs in La Union with 95% functionality points, an awardee during the first National Anti-Drug Abuse Council (ADAC) performance award on December 28, 2018 at Tent City, Manila Hotel, Metro Manila. Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Sec. Eduardo M. Año delivered the welcome […]
January 11, 2019
LAOAG CITY – Motorists trying to avoid daily traffic in the city proper here are ecstatic over the comfort offered by the new Laoag Bypass Road, which was recently officially opened to travelers. With the resumption of work and classes on Thursday, January 3, traffic in downtown Laoag went on smoothly as some motorists have […]
January 11, 2019
BAGUIO CITY – A total of 14,250 indigents from 15 districts have received free medical services from a non-government organization as a Christmas gift to the urban poor here. The group, MediKalinga of retired police general Benjamin Magalong, also provided the indigents free tooth extraction and free dentures. “We all know that not everyone can […]
January 11, 2019
Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) Assistant Secretary for Legislative and Special Concerns Marie Rafael on Thursday (Jan. 4, 2019) said the passage of the medical marijuana bill is timely under the Duterte administration, considering the government’s drive against illegal drugs. “I believe it would be easier, since the public can witness how sincere and relentless […]