DAVAO CITY — Some 52 employees from Manolo Fortich town in the province of Bukidnon have donated blood on Valentine’s Day. The blood donation drive was held at the new government center in Calanawan, Barangay Tankulan. The activity was spearheaded by the municipal health office along with the provincial health office. In a press statement, […]
Northern Mindanao
City government employees in Cagayan de Oro participate in earthquake drill
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Employees of the local government actively engaged in an earthquake drill, executing the “Duck, Cover, and Hold” procedure as they proceeded to designated evacuation areas outside the City Hall. The City Government of Cagayan de Oro initiated the earthquake drill following recent seismic activities in the area. The exercise aimed […]
DOH Northern Mindanao commends COVID-19 frontliners in Misamis Occidental for ‘unyielding service’
Oroquieta, Misamis Occidental — The Department of Health-Northern Mindanao (DoH-10) expressed gratitude and recognition for the unwavering commitment and sacrifices made by healthcare workers during the COVID-19 health crisis in a culminating event titled “2023 HRH KAMUSTAHAN SA MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL.” Held at MOPAC Grandstand, Oroquieta City, on November 28, the event, organized in partnership with […]
Newly Elected SK Officials in MisOcc Trained on Good Governance and 5Ms Agenda
TANGUB CITY — A total of 490 recently elected Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) chairpersons in Misamis Occidental have completed a four-day training program focused on good governance and the formulation of substantive local legislation. The training initiative was seamlessly integrated into the province’s commitment to the Misamisnon Magpuyong Malinawon, Malambuon ug Malipayon (5Ms) program. The event, […]
Adolescent sex education conducted for students and parents in CDO
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, November 22, 2023 — A series of educational sessions on adolescent sexuality and reproductive health were conducted by the Community Improvement Division – Adolescent Health and Development Program, with the support of the Department of Education, from November 13 to 18 this year. The purpose of the activity is to strengthen […]
PhilHealth reaches out to LGBTQ+ community in CDO
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Office for Community Affairs – Volunteerism and Active Citizenship, in collaboration with the City Health Insurance Office, recently organized the “PhilHealth Konsulta” activity, providing inclusive services to the LGBTQ+ community, volunteer groups, and riders. The event, held in partnership with various local government initiatives, encompassed a range of services, […]
LOOK: Gatchalian engages with DSWD Northern Mindanao officials, staff during inaugural visit
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, November 22 – Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian, accompanied by Undersecretary for Operations Group Monina Josefina H. Romualdez, made a notable visit to the DSWD Field Office (FO) 10 in Northern Mindanao on Wednesday. The distinguished guests convened with senior officials and staff, marking Secretary Gatchalian’s […]
Calls for justice continue in wake of broadcaster Jumalon’s murder
MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL – A week after the final farewell to broadcaster Juan Jumalon, widely known as Johnny Walker, persistent calls for justice echo not just within the confines of his family but also among the concerned residents of Calamba, Misamis Occidental. They demand accountability for the untimely demise of Jumalon, who was fatally shot during […]
Over 593 young leaders empowered through SK mandatory training in Misamis Oriental
INITAO, MISAMIS ORIENTAL – A total of 593 young leaders from the city received valuable insights during the SK Mandatory Training recently held at Moonbay Resort in Initao, Misamis Oriental. The training featured prominent speakers, including Jane J. Docallos, City Director of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG); Nathaniel Sullano from the City […]
Vibrant “Karatula” overpass opens at MSU-IIT
ILIGAN CITY – The newly adorned and beautifully crafted overpass at MSU-IIT was officially opened to the public through a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, featuring the distinctive artistic touch of local visual artist Kean Larrazabal and his “KARATULA” style artwork. Larrazabal bestowed the overpass with the meaningful name “you are not alone, “aiming to instill hope […]
Wedding food downs 154 in Bukidnon province
DAVAO CITY — Some 154 individuals were rushed to the different hospitals and clinics in Bukidnon province after eating the food served during a wedding in Sitio Calapat, Barangay Tagbak in the municipality of Talakag in Bukidnon yesterday, around 3:00 in the afternoon November 18, 2023. Those who attended the ceremony and ate the food […]
DSWD Region X distributes cash assistances to Misamis Occidental residents
MANILA – In a gathering held at The Working Congressman Sports and Cultural Center in Tudela, Misamis Occidental, members of the indigenous peoples and 4Ps beneficiaries received cash assistance through the Enhanced Support Services Interventions Cash for Work Payout, facilitated by the Provincial Government in collaboration with the Department of Social Welfare and Development Office […]
Iligan city installs free wifi in key public areas
ILIGAN – In a move towards improved digital accessibility, Iligan City has implemented free wifi services in the main lobbies of the North and South Wings of the terminal, providing residents and visitors with a convenient wireless link. Zoe Castro, Head of the Information and Communications Technology Center (ICTC) in LGU-Iligan, disclosed that the wifi […]