DAVAO CITY — A minor visiting the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) and a BJMP officer were injured during a hostage-taking incident in Digos City, Davao del Sur, at approximately 12:29 p.m. on Sunday, October 20. According to Police Colonel Florence Reyes, chief of the Digos City Police, the incident occurred during the BJMP's family day celebration. Armed with … [Read more...] about Two injured in Digos City hostage crisis
Davao Region
Colonel Taguba assumes command of Army’s 701st Infantry Brigade
DAVAO CITY — Army Colonel Allan Jose Taguba has officially taken command of the 701st Infantry (Kagitingan) Brigade, based in Mati City. His appointment marks a new chapter for the brigade as it continues its mission to ensure peace and security in the region. Colonel Taguba paid a courtesy visit to Davao Oriental Governor Niño Uy last Wednesday, October 15, where they … [Read more...] about Colonel Taguba assumes command of Army’s 701st Infantry Brigade
Teachers’ dormitory in Davao Oriental town catches fire
DAVAO CITY --- The students, residents, and teachers of Sangab National High School are grieving the loss of their Teachers' Dormitory, which was tragically consumed by fire earlier today, October 19, 2024. Located in Sitio Sangab, Barangay Pichon, in the municipality of Caraga, Davao Oriental, the dormitory served as a crucial refuge for educators assigned to this remote … [Read more...] about Teachers’ dormitory in Davao Oriental town catches fire
Davao Light announces significant decrease in October 2024 power rates
DAVAO CITY -- Good news to Davao LIght consumers! The Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. (Davao Light) has reported a reduction in its overall residential electricity rate for October 2024. The rate has dropped by P1.0277 per kilowatt hour (kWh), bringing the new rate to P8.4475/kWh, down from P9.4752/kWh in September. For a typical household that consumes an average of 200 … [Read more...] about Davao Light announces significant decrease in October 2024 power rates
DCPO launches manhunt for Harry Roque and Arthur Narsolis
DAVAO CITY — The Philippine National Police (PNP) has ordered the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) to locate lawyer Harry Roque and police officer Arthur Narsolis, both of whom have outstanding arrest warrants issued by the House of Representatives for failing to attend scheduled hearings. During a flag-raising ceremony on Monday, Acting Director Colonel Hansel Marantan … [Read more...] about DCPO launches manhunt for Harry Roque and Arthur Narsolis
