MIDSAYAP, Cotabato (AP) — Representatives from the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rice Research Institute (DA-PHILRICE) and the Provincial Government of Cotabato collaborated on the annual “Lakbay Palay” event, held in Midsayap on August 10. The event, organized by the Philippine Rice Research Institute, aimed to provide rice farmers with new knowledge, information, and technology to enhance […]
40 parents of rescued child laborers in Zamboanga City receive livelihood starter kits from DOLE-9
ZAMBOANGA CITY – In a collaborative effort between Zamboanga City Mayor John Dalipe and officials from the Department of Labor and Employment Region 9 (DOLE-9), a distribution of livelihood starter kits was conducted for 40 parents of rescued child laborers in the city. The distribution took place at the Canelar Covered Court on August 10. […]
One dead in San Antonio fire
DAVAO CITY — A fire broke out along R. Castillo Street in Barangay San Antonio, Agdao, Davao City, resulting in a loss of life on the morning of August 9. Efforts were undertaken by firefighters and volunteers to contain the extensive flames that engulfed structures. Preliminary inquiries conducted by the Bureau of Fire Protection suggest […]
DSWD Distributes Essential Food Packs to 989 Families in Lanao del Norte
Lanao del Norte Province—In a unified response to aid residents severely impacted by the recent onslaught of the southwest monsoon, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) orchestrated the distribution of essential food packs to 989 families across several municipalities, including Sultan Naga Dimaporo, Lala, Kapatagan, and Sapad. Each food pack, encompassing six kilograms […]
DSWD distributes food packs to 989 families affected by floods and landslides in Lanao del Norte
LANAO DEL NORTE, Philippines – In response to the severe floods and landslides caused by the Southwest Monsoon that recently hit Lanao del Norte province, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) provided food packs to 989 affected families from the municipalities of Sultan Naga Dimaporo, Lala, Kapatagan, and Sapad. Each resident received a […]
Surprise Inspection Conducted on Meat Section at Tagum City Public Market
TAGUM CITY, Philippines – Officials from the City Economic and Enterprises Office and the City Treasurer’s Office paid an unexpected visit to the Meat Section of Tagum City Public Market yesterday, August 2, to inspect the weighing scales used by the vendors. During the inspection, the authorities diligently affixed stickers to scales found to be […]
Man Found Dead in Drainage Ditch in Calinan, Davao City; No Foul Play, Says PNP
DAVAO CITY – On July 31, at around 6:10 in the morning, the lifeless body of a man was found in the drainage of Davao-Bukidnon Highway, specifically in Purok 11, Barangay Calinan, Calinan District, Davao City. The victim was unclothed and submerged in the water. Near the body, a motorcycle was also found, which might […]
2 Killed, 3 injured as truck rams several tricycles and motorcycles in Valencia, Bukidnon
VALENCIA CITY, BUKIDNON – A tragic accident occurred in Purok 4, Poblacion, Valencia City, Bukidnon on the morning of July 31, resulting in the death of two people and injuries to three others. The incident was captured on a CCTV video, showing a speeding truck seemingly out of control, colliding with several tricycles and motorcycles. […]
Local officials turn over P18.75m in farm inputs and equipment donated to farmers in Zamboanga City
ZAMBOANGA CITY – The Department of Agriculture District II Congressional Office, together with Zamboanga City Mayor John Dalipe, spearheaded the mass turnover of farm inputs and equipment for various farmer associations on the city’s east coast. The turnover event took place on Friday, July 28. The turnover included a solar-powered irrigation system worth P648,000; two […]
Police pursue suspects in murder of two Davao cops
DAVAO CITY – The police are intensifying their efforts to apprehend the suspects responsible for the attacking and shooting death of two police officers at the Calinan Police Station. The slain officers were identified as Police Senior Master Sergeant Tito Lague and Police Corporal Mark Anthony Corsino. The incident occurred last Wednesday afternoon in response […]
5 dead, 2 injured when a Steel Bridge collapsed in Davao City
DAVAO CITY —- Five persons were killed while two others were severely injured when an unfinished steel bridge collapsed while a boom truck was traversing halfway, in a remote village of Kibakak, Barangay Malamba, Marilog District at around 3:30 Monday afternoon, July 24. The boom truck was loaded with construction workers. Four fatalities were fished […]
Man Shot During Serving of Arrest Warrant in Davao City
DAVAO CITY – Genelyn Lobiano mourned the loss of her husband, Jimmy Bayantong Lobiano, 42, a resident of Purok 11, Barangay Sirib, Calinan District. He was fatally shot by the police on Saturday, July 15, at around 10:40 PM, during a warrant of arrest operation for a rape case. Jimmy Lobiano was rushed to a […]
Baganga, Davao Oriental Celebrates First Sundaya Summer Festival
DAVAO ORIENTAL – The lively and festive atmosphere filled the town of Baganga, Davao Oriental as it celebrated its first Sundaya Festival on Friday and Saturday. The venue was packed with party-goers who eagerly joined in the festivities, creating a vibrant and joyful ambiance throughout the area. It was evident that everyone was in high […]