DAVAO CITY — The longstanding political alliance between Davao del Norte Governor Edwin Jubahib and First District Representative Pantaleon Alvarez has officially ended, marking a significant shift in the region's political landscape. The conflict between the two escalated when Governor Jubahib declined to support Alvarez's bid for the gubernatorial seat, citing the … [Read more...] about Political rift widens between Governor Jubahib and Congressman Alvarez over vice governatorial seat
Caraga Region
Siargao town now enjoys free internet
BUTUAN CITY – Key areas in Siargao Island's capital town of Dapa benefited from the government's free internet connectivity beginning Thursday. “The activation of free Wi-Fi in Dapa will undoubtedly enhance connectivity and open up new opportunities for our residents and visitors,” Mayor Elizabeth Matugas said in a statement, referring to the Free Wi-Fi for All program … [Read more...] about Siargao town now enjoys free internet
Marcos wants Butuan City to be trade and industryhub in Caraga
DAVAO CITY, Philippines --- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. committed on Thursday to develop Butuan City into the center of trade, industry and governance in Caraga. During his visit on Thursday, Marcos promised to continue bolstering the region’s agriculture and fishery sectors given the vast marine and natural resources in the region. “Katulad ninyo, nagsisikap ang … [Read more...] about Marcos wants Butuan City to be trade and industryhub in Caraga
Magnitude 5 quake jolts Surigao del Sur
A magnitude 5 earthquake jolted Surigao del Sur early Monday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported. The tectonic quake struck 24 km. northeast of Lingig town at 5:16 a.m. It was 28 km. deep and was tectonic in origin. Intensity V was felt in Hinatuan, while intensity IV was felt in the City of Bislig, Surigao del … [Read more...] about Magnitude 5 quake jolts Surigao del Sur
Gunmen attack a family while dining, 3 killed
DAVAO CITY --- Police authorities are still investigating to identify the suspects behind the killing of three persons in Barangay Tudale, Trento Agusan del Sur on Wednesday, March 6 at around 7:00 in the evening. Authorities revealed that the victims were dining when the suspects suddenly entered their house and started shooting. The victims identified as Edmar … [Read more...] about Gunmen attack a family while dining, 3 killed
