DAPIITAN CITY --- The City Government of Davao awarded Rizal Exemplar Award to residents and stakeholders for their invaluable contribution in attaining the prestige being the Shrine City of the Philippines in a ceremony in time for the celebration of the 60th founding day of city. Atty. Amalou Monroyo, the City Administrator explained “Rizal being a licensed land … [Read more...] about Dapitan City is the Shrine City of the Philippines
Triathlete ‘Exotic’ wins overall title in Ironman 70.3 in Subic
SUBIC BAY – Triathatlete John De Deus Alcala, better known as John "Exotic" Alcala, emerged victorious as the overall finisher in the individual male category at the recently concluded Century Tuna Ironman 70.3 event held in Subic Bay. Alcala claimed the top spot in the male 25-29 age category. The race proved to be a grueling challenge for Alcala, who faced adverse … [Read more...] about Triathlete ‘Exotic’ wins overall title in Ironman 70.3 in Subic
VP Sara Duterte attends Zamboanga del Norte’s 71st founding anniversary event
DIPOLOG CITY – Vice President and Department of Education Secretary Sara Duterte praised the week-long celebration of Hudyaka-Zanorte during her visit to the 71st founding anniversary of the province. According to Duterte, the holding of the activity is a sign that the province is continuing to develop. “The narrative on your unceasing socio-economic advancement is a … [Read more...] about VP Sara Duterte attends Zamboanga del Norte’s 71st founding anniversary event
23,000 flock to Dapitan’s Easter Sunday celebration
Sun, fun, and rock 'n roll on the beach is how Dapitan City amps the ante for the post Covid-19 pandemic Easter Sunday Celebration, as the city reveals the Christian world’s second most favorite celebration next to Christmas time. Easter Easter, also called Pascha or Resurrection Sunday, is a Christian festival and cultural holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus … [Read more...] about 23,000 flock to Dapitan’s Easter Sunday celebration
Dapitan City to host Ironman 5150
The historic Shrine City of Dapitan in Zamboanga del Norte is pushing for tourist influx as it looks forward to capitalize on the popularity of sporting events such as the Ironman Triathlon 5150 as it bids to host it on Sept. 8-10 this year for the first time. City Mayor Seth Frederick Jalosjos visited Davao City over the weekend to set benchmarks as they planned for their … [Read more...] about Dapitan City to host Ironman 5150
