DAVAO CITY — In an act of unyielding courage and selflessness, Nurse Jasper Alcala, who had dedicated his life to serving the community at Pagadian City Medical Center, tragically lost his life on Sunday. He was on board an ambulance en route to Cagayan de Oro when disaster struck—a devastating accident on a treacherous downhill stretch in the town of Sultan Naga … [Read more...] about Heroism in the face of tragedy: Nurse Jasper Alcala sacrifices life to save patient
Zamboanga Peninsula
Zamboanga Sibugay police dispose of confiscated firecrackers
DAVAO CITY—The Zamboanga Sibugay Police, on January 7, destroyed approximately ₱19,415 worth of confiscated firecrackers and pyrotechnic devices. The destruction activity was done in coordination with the local government unit (LGU) of Ipil; the items were burned at a landfill in Barangay Lumbia, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay. The operation, led by the Explosive Ordnance … [Read more...] about Zamboanga Sibugay police dispose of confiscated firecrackers
87 Baby turtles released in Dilopog City
DILOPOG CITY – A total of 87 baby sea turtles (hatchlings) were successfully released into the ocean on January 5, marking another step forward in the city's ongoing efforts to protect marine wildlife and preserve its rich biodiversity. The initiative, led by the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO), took place at the Surf, Splash, and Sea Turtle Beaches, a … [Read more...] about 87 Baby turtles released in Dilopog City
Basilan Bishop Leo Dalmao remains in ICU after Christmas Eve emergency; Faithful urged to pray for recovery
Bishop Leo Dalmao of the Prelature of Isabela de Basilan. PRELATURE OF ISABELA DE BASILAN/FACEBOOK DAVAO CITY --- The Prelature of Isabela de Basilan has requested prayers for the quick recovery of Bishop Leo Dalmao, who was hospitalized on Christmas Eve. The Catholic Bishop Conference in a press statement said, the 55-year-old bishop was rushed to the hospital “after … [Read more...] about Basilan Bishop Leo Dalmao remains in ICU after Christmas Eve emergency; Faithful urged to pray for recovery
3 Boy Scout masters die, 11 hurt in jamboree electrocution accident
DAVAO CITY — The 2024 Council Scout Jamboree at Climaco Freedom Park in Abong-Abong, Pasonanca, came to a halt on Thursday, December 12, as a devastating accident resulted in the loss of three senior Boy Scout leaders and left 11 others injured. Mayor John Dalipe made the difficult decision to cancel the four-day event, which was originally slated to run from December 12 to … [Read more...] about 3 Boy Scout masters die, 11 hurt in jamboree electrocution accident
