ZAMBOANGA CITY — Mayor John Dalipe distributed cash incentives to elderly beneficiaries in Zamboanga City on the morning of November 22. A total of 122 beneficiaries were elated to receive the government-provided cash incentives. Of the recipients, 98 are octogenarians, ranging in age from 80 to 89 years old, while 24 are nonagenarians, aged between […]
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40 families affected by Zamboanga City blaze
ZAMBOANGA CITY — The Bureau of Fire Protection in Zamboanga City has released initial data regarding the fire that occurred yesterday morning on Manggal Drive in Baliwasan Grande. Around 40 families have been affected by this fire. The blaze resulted in the total destruction of 37 homes, while three others sustained partial damage, with estimated […]
Woman with disabilities attacked Zamboanga City
ZAMBOANGA CITY – Evelyn Andales Empirados, a 35-year-old woman without arms and legs, became the victim of a brutal attack in the vicinity of Sitio Pook, Barangay Cabaluay, in the city of Zamboanga City. The perpetrator, identified as Simplicio Dahili, a 47-year-old native of Payao, Zamboanga Sibugay, was apprehended with the help of vigilant witnesses. […]
19th Cosechas de Zamboanga: Showcasing local agriculture and fisheries
ZAMBOANGA CITY – The local government of Zamboanga City officially opened the 19th Cosechas de Zamboanga, an agricultural trade fair held at Plaza Pershing on Monday, October 2. The event features the participation of 40 farmers and fisherfolk associations from the city. This two-week exhibit is part of the Zamboanga Hermosa Festival activities and is […]
WestMinCom strengthens leadership and community engagement efforts
ZAMBOANGA CITY – The Western Mindanao Command (WestMinCom) showcased its commitment to effective leadership transition and community engagement through recent ceremonies and outreach programs. In a Change of Chief of Office Ceremony held at Camp Navarro, Calarian, Senior Master Sergeant Randel Gonzales assumed the role of Command Sergeant Major, succeeding Chief Master Sergeant Feliciano Lazo. […]
Dapiteños Commemorate the Historic Arrival of National Hero Dr. Jose Rizal
DAPITAN CITY – The local government of Dapitan City commemorated the arrival of national hero Dr. Jose Rizal on July 17, 1892. Last year, the re-enactment of Rizal’s arrival in Dapitan through “Revisitamos Dapitan” shed light on Rizal’s life during his stay in the city, allowing the residents to gain a deeper understanding of his […]
Zamboanga City’s 26th Summer Learn To Play Program set for July
ZAMBOANGA CITY – The City Sports Division has announced that preparations are in full swing for the highly anticipated 26th Summer Learn to Play Program, scheduled to run from July 1 to 31. Sports trainers from various disciplines gathered on Saturday to coordinate with the City Government and ensure the successful implementation of the program […]
Zamboanga City flood victims thank LGU for cash aid
ZAMBOANGA CITY – Families displaced by flooding caused by a low-pressure area in January expressed their gratitude to the City Government of Zamboanga for providing financial assistance through the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program. Mayor John Dalipe personally led the distribution of aid to 904 beneficiaries from the barangays of Pasonanca, Tumaga, […]
KFR gang busted, P10M drugs seized in drug ops
DAVAO CITY — Three members of a notorious kidnap-for-ransom group were arrested Wednesday afternoon and P10.2 million worth of illegal drugs were seized in Zamboanga Sibugay. Firearms and explosives were recovered from the suspects: Nicanel Maningo, Benhazer Anduhol and Solaiman Calon in a raid in Barangay Tenan, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay. Lt. Col. Don Templonuevo, Army’s […]