DAVAO CITY (October 16) – Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. (Davao Light) will conduct switching power interruptions on Saturday and Sunday, October 18 and 19, in different parts of Davao City. The first set of switching power interruptions is necessary to conduct pole relocation along Cabantian Road from the Buhangin Police Station 5 to Holy Child. To avoid a longer power … [Read more...] about Switching power interruptions on October 18 and 19 in different parts of Davao City
Troops race to aid quake-hit communities in Davao Region
MAWAB, Davao de Oro (October 16) — Military troops rushed to disaster zones across Eastern Mindanao after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the Davao Region on October 10, killing at least four people and injuring dozens more. The 10th Infantry “Agila” Division of the Philippine Army activated its disaster response protocols minutes after the quake and deployed … [Read more...] about Troops race to aid quake-hit communities in Davao Region
Davao launches Interim Bus fleet ahead of full transport overhaul
DAVAO CITY (October 16) — Ten new low-floor city buses have arrived at the Davao City Overland Transport Terminal, marking a key step in efforts to modernize the city’s public transportation system. The 12-meter units, acquired under the Davao Interim Bus Service (DIBS), are equipped with access ramps for persons with disabilities, bicycle racks, CCTV cameras, and automated … [Read more...] about Davao launches Interim Bus fleet ahead of full transport overhaul
76 nabbed in Surigao Norte anti-crime sweep
SURIGAO CITY (October 15) – At least 76 people were arrested in Surigao del Norte during a three-day anti-crime sweep from Oct. 11 to 13, police said Tuesday. Provincial police director Col. Warren Dablo said the arrests included 12 wanted persons, one of them the province’s most wanted. Thirteen drug suspects were also caught, with 24.01 grams of suspected shabu worth … [Read more...] about 76 nabbed in Surigao Norte anti-crime sweep
DSWD to launch free funeral aid for indigent Filipinos
MANILA (October 15) --- A new law granting free funeral services to poor and crisis-hit families has officially lapsed into law, offering long-awaited relief to many Filipinos who struggle to afford burial or cremation costs. Malacañang Palace confirmed Monday that Republic Act 12309, or the “Free Funeral Services Act,” took effect on September 28 after lapsing without … [Read more...] about DSWD to launch free funeral aid for indigent Filipinos
