CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The construction of a self-contained biosecured swine facility has commenced in Barangay Tuburan, marking a significant step in bolstering the local swine industry’s resilience against challenges such as African Swine Fever (ASF). The groundbreaking ceremony for the facility took place yesterday, August 30, this year. The project, backed by a […]
Northern Mindanao
Higalaay Festival Fluvial Parade Enchants Cagayan de Oro City
CAGAYAN DE ORO – Amidst the vibrant celebrations of the Higalaay Festival 2023, the Department of Tourism in Cagayan de Oro City invoked the true essence of camaraderie and friendship. Today, a focal point of this festivity was the Fluvial Parade, featuring 13 beautifully adorned floats from various barangays across the city. As the sun […]
Oaminal inspects new Misamis Occidental Medical Center construction site
OROQUIETA, Misamis Occidental – The provincial government of Misamis Occidental is steadfastly pushing forward with the construction of the Asenso Misamis Occidental Medical Center, aiming to expedite its completion to serve the people. As part of its commitment to public service, Governor Henry Oaminal led an inspection visit to the ongoing construction site of the […]
CDO opens new ‘OKK’ center for emergency services
CAGAYAN DE ORO – The inauguration of the state-of-the-art Operation Kahusay og Kalinaw (OKK) Center marked a significant step towards enhancing emergency response capabilities in the city. Mayor Roland Klarex Uy led the blessing ceremony for the new facility on the morning of August 25. Located at Magsaysay Park in Divisoria, the OKK Center stands […]
Valencia City holds back-to-school discount caravan for parents
BUKIDNON – Parents in Valencia City were thrilled as they took advantage of the Back-to-School Discount Caravan that offered discounted prices on school supplies, grocery items, vegetables, and other essential commodities. The event was held on the first day of the caravan at the Valencia National High School Covered Court on August 22. This marks […]
Camiguin farmers, agriculturists enhance knowledge through fertilizer management and soil sampling training
CAMIGUIN – A two-day training on fertilizer management, soil sampling, analysis using test kits, and fertilizer recommendation was conducted by the Bureau of Soils and Water Management under the Department of Agriculture. This event aimed to educate municipal agriculturists and farmers from Mambajao, Mahinog, Guinsiliban, Catarman, and Sagay in Camiguin Province. The training was organized […]
DTI, BARMM ink deal for Phase 2 of ‘Bangon Marawi’ project
DAVAO CITY – The Department of Trade and Industry and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Ministry of Trade, Investments and Tourism signed a memorandum of agreement on Thursday for Phase 2 of the Task Force Bangon Marawi project. In a press briefing here, DTI Secretary Alfredo Pascual said the partnership will enable […]
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 […]
Pregnant NPA fighter surrenders in Marawi City
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – A pregnant New People’s Army (NPA) combatant has surrendered to military authorities in Marawi City. In a statement Friday, the Army’s 103rd Infantry Brigade (103rd IBde) identified the surrenderer only as “Janella,” a squad medic of a unit under the NPA’s North Central Mindanao Regional Committee, who is eight […]
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. […]
Suspected NPA Leader Killed in Misamis Oriental Encounter – Military
CAMP EVANGELISTA, Cagayan de Oro – The 4th Infantry (Diamond) Division, under the operational control of the 402nd Infantry Brigade, successfully neutralized the top NPA leader of the North Central Mindanao Regional Committee (NCMRC) in an encounter on July 26, 2023, in Brgy. Libertad, Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental. During the 10-minute firefight, the troops of […]
175 Ozamiznon couples say ‘I do’ on Charter Day
As part of the 75th Charter Anniversary celebration of Ozamiz City, the city government held the “Kasalan sa Fiesta 2023” or free mass wedding rites on July 14 at the Cotta Fort, Ozamiz City. A total of 175 couples participated in the ‘Kasalan sa Fiesta’ officiated by Most Rev. Martin S. Jumoad and witnessed by […]
64 Couples United in Mass Wedding in Cagayan de Oro City
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – In a joyous event held at the Bongbongon Elementary School Covered Court on Saturday, July 15, Mayor Rolando Klarex Uy of Cagayan de Oro City solemnized the union of 64 couples from Barangay Kauswagan in a mass wedding ceremony. The couples, who participated in the event, were provided with complimentary […]