Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. will conduct switching power interruptions on September 15, Friday, affecting customers in different parts of Davao City. These power interruptions are necessary to relocate the poles at Circumferential Road near Bioessence. The first power interruption will be for 1 hour from 12:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. to conduct isolation […]
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President Marcos hopes for improved agricultural sector on his birthday
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has shared his birthday wish, emphasizing the importance of a thriving agricultural sector in the Philippines to support the nation’s farmers. “Let’s hope for improved agriculture and a better understanding of our weather – is it the wet season or the dry season? So that we can assist […]
Tree planting ceremony in Davao del Norte promotes ecosystem-based adaptation
DAVAO DEL NORTE – In a collaborative effort involving members of the Ata-Manobo tribe, local government officials, DENR representatives, police, military personnel, and various sectors, a tree planting ceremony was held along the banks of the Libuganon River in Sitio Patil, Barangay Gupitan, Kapalong, Davao del Norte. The ritual, which began at 7:00 AM, was conducted […]
Peace village inaugurated inside Davao City mall
DAVAO CITY – Governor Edwin Jubahib of Davao del Norte, along with Vice President Sara Duterte, Presidential Assistant for Eastern Mindanao Secretary Leo Magno, and OPPAPRU Eastern Mindanao Director Atty. Elisa Evangelista-Lapiña, attended the inauguration of a Peace Village within a mall in Ecoland, Davao City on September 11. The event aimed to promote genuine […]
10th ID showcases successes to media during media day in Davao Region
MAWAB, DAVAO DE ORO – On Friday, September 8th, media practitioners from Davao Region gathered at Camp General Manuel T. Yan Senior in Mawab, Davao de Oro for Media Day, organized by the 10th Infantry Agila Division, Philippine Army. The event aimed to strengthen the relationship between the 10th ID and media members from print, […]
DBM Approves P3 Billion for Fuel Subsidy Program Benefiting 1.36 Million Transport Sector Workers
MANILA – Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman has greenlit the release of P3 billion to support the Fuel Subsidy Program (FSP) aimed at assisting approximately 1.36 million drivers and operators adversely affected by recent fuel price hikes. Transportation is a critical component of our economy,” stated Sec. Amenah Pangandaman. “President […]
Zamboanga City receives 7 new 4-wheel farm tractors across 6 agricultural districts
ZAMBOANGA CITY – In an effort to enhance agricultural production and income for farmers in Zamboanga City, Mayor John Dalipe recently turned over seven new 4-wheel farm tractors to six agricultural districts within the city. The initiative, based on Ordinance 2010-156, aims to provide efficient and cost-effective machinery to improve agricultural output in the region. […]
262 participate in first day of PMA entrance exam in Cotabato province
COTABATO – The first day of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) Entrance Examination in Cotabato Province, specifically held at the Kabacan Municipal Gymnasium, was successfully on September 9. A total of 262 registered and walk-in applicants from various cities in the province participated in the examination, aspiring to fulfill their dreams of becoming future officials […]
Alabel celebrates 22nd Kasadyaan Festival
SARANGANI PROVINCE – The local government of Alabel in Sarangani Province has prepared a lively and diverse set of activities for the celebration of the 22nd Kasadyaan Festival and the 52nd Founding Anniversary this year. The festivities include various contests such as the Bida Kalabaw, Chicken/Duck/Hito Catching, Abakape Contest, Native Chicken and Hito Cooking Contest, […]
Government to provide cash grants to rice retailers in Metro Manila and Zamboanga del Sur on Monday
MANILA – Cash grants will be distributed on Monday, September 11, in Metro Manila and Zamboanga del Sur as part of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s efforts to assist small rice retailers affected by the nationwide implementation of rice price ceilings. The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) reported that the distribution of P15,000 […]
Regional disaster response exercise tests preparedness for hydromet hazards in Davao Region
DAVAO CITY –The Office of Civil Defense (OCD XI), under the leadership of Regional Director and Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (RDRRMC XI) Chairperson Ednar Gempesaw Dayanghirang, organized a Table-Top Exercise for Hydromet Hazards. The exercise, conducted via a hybrid modality encompassing both face-to-face and virtual methodologies, took place on September 6, 2023, […]
TIEZA conducts ocular inspection in Lake Sebu for proposed infrastructure projects
LAKE SEBU – The Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), an agency attached to the Department of Tourism (DOT), conducted an ocular inspection in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato. This inspection is part of their efforts to develop tourism infrastructure projects and promote potential tourist destinations in the region. TIEZA is responsible for the development […]
Service disruptions on September 9 and 10 in Davao City and Davao del Norte
Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. will conduct switching power interruptions on September 9 and 10, Saturday and Sunday, affecting customers in Davao City and Davao del Norte. These power interruptions are necessary to conduct maintenance works at Bunawan Substation. The first power interruption will be for 2 hours from 11:00 p.m. on September 9, […]