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MAYOR ISKO RECEIVES AID FOR HABAGAT-HIT MANILEÑOS

A total of 1,000 sacks of rice and bottled drinking water were donated by Senator Erwin Tulfo, in cooperation with Representatives Ernix Dionisio and Irwin Tieng, to the City of Manila.“Sisiguraduhin ng city government na makararating ang tulong sa mga pinakanangangailangan, lalo na sa mga evacuee na patuloy na binibigyan ng pagkain sa mga evacuation center,” […]

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MAYOR ISKO VISITS EVACUATION CENTERS AMID HABAGAT

Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso visited the Antonio Regidor Elementary School in District III and Hermenegildo J. Atienza Elementary School in Baseco to personally see the situation of the evacuees being sheltered there.According to the report by the Manila Department of Social Welfare (MDSW), the two temporary evacuation sites had the most number of […]

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LANI CAYETANO ACCEPTS ‘BAYANG BUMABASA’ CHALLENGE

Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano proudly announced her acceptance of the “Mayors for Literacy Challenge,” also known as “Bayang Bumabasa,” initiated by the Second Congressional Commission (EDCOM 2). Cayetano’s participation, on the heels of Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto’s challenge, underscores Taguig City’s unwavering commitment to fostering a culture of reading and elevating literacy rates […]

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QC IS 1st LGU TO PASS GENDER-INCLUSIVE HEALTH LAW

Quezon City has made history as the first local government unit in the country to enact a comprehensive Gender-Inclusive Health Ordinance, aimed at providing accessible, respectful, and affirming healthcare services for all—regardless of gender identity or expression. The ordinance, introduced by Councilors Bernard Herrera and Dorothy Delarmente, creates a robust framework for delivering gender-affirming primary […]

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SAMAR GOV’T TURNS OVER HOUSES TO EX-REBELS

The Provincial Government of Samar formally turned over 17 housing units to former rebels turned peace advocates on the occasion of the 39th Founding Anniversary of the 801st Brigade of the Philippine Army.In her message, Governor Sharee Ann Tan said, “To our former rebels, thank you for choosing a more peaceful life.” “You are the living witnesses […]

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ISKO MORENO’S ‘BILIS KILOS 2.0’ NOW IN FULL SWING

“Bilis-Kilos 2.0” is in full swing for Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso who laid out his accomplishments and directives in his first two weeks back as the chief executive of the nation’s capital.  “Gagamitin ko ang araw na ito para maghatid ng report card. I’d take this as an opportunity to report to […]

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VICO SOTTO LAUDS PASIG READING CAMPS

Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto has accepted the “Bayang Bumabasa: Mayors for Literacy Challenge” initiated by Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte for the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2). Mayor Vico Sotto announced the city’s participation, reiterating Pasig’s unwavering commitment to education and literacy, with the rallying cry: “Bawat bata makakabasa para sa bayang […]

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NORZAGARAY SCHOOLS LEAD FIGHT VS ILLITERACY

In a striking reversal of national trends, schools in Norzagaray, Bulacan have successfully engineered a significant increase in student literacy, offering a powerful model of hope for the Philippine education system. Through targeted interventions, smaller class sizes, and outstanding support from the local government, these schools are proving that the country’s learning crisis can be […]

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MAMMOGRAM SERVICES OPEN IN HIMAMAYLAN HOSPITAL

Negros Occidental Governor Bong Lacson led the blessing and inauguration of the newly installed Mammogram Room and Pediatric Ward Extension at the provincial government-run Gov. Valeriano M. Gatuslao Memorial Hospital in Himamaylan City.Fifth District Board Member Rita Gatuslao, Provincial Administrator Atty. Rayfrando Diaz, Himamaylan City Vice Mayor Justin Gatuslao, former Board Member Agustin Ernesto Bascon, […]

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QUEZON CITY GOV’T IS TOP OJT CHOICE OF STUDENTS

The Quezon City Government has become a leading choice for senior high school and college students for their on-the-job training (OJT), thanks to the Quezon City Internship Program launched in 2022. Since its inception, QCIP has attracted 1,950 student applicants, underscoring the city’s growing reputation as a dynamic training ground for future professionals. Quezon City […]