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MMDA JOINS ‘SABAY SAVAXX KONTRA COVID’ CAMPAIGN

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), along with other government agencies and local government units (LGUs), declared its complete support for the Department of Health’s “Sabay SaVaxx Kontra COVID” campaign, which kicked off in Mandaluyong City with the rollout of the second vaccine booster shots for healthcare workers and senior citizens. MMDA Chairman Romando Artes […]

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MMDA OPENS NEW HEADQUARTERS IN PASIG CITY – ARTES

President Rodrigo Duterte led the inauguration of the New Head Office Building of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) in Barangay Ugong, Pasig City, marking a historic milestone for the agency. Duterte and MMDA Chairman Attorney Romando Artes unveiled the building marker, together with Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea and Senator Bong Go. Artes said the […]

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DIGITAL RISE PROGRAM BOOSTS PH EDUCATION — DEPED

Committed to addressing the challenges in digital learning and education technology, the Department of Education (DepEd), through the Information and Communications Technology Service (ICTS), reported the milestones of its Digital Rise Program during the 2022 World Book and Copyright Day Celebration. “We have come a long way, and we have learned a lot from the […]

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MMDA LAUNCHES 2022 ART CONTEST – ARTES

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is inviting Filipino artists to participate in the 2022 MMDA National Art Competition for a chance to showcase their creativity and talent through drawing, painting, and other artistic forms. MMDA Chairman Romando Artes said the National Art Competition is a great opportunity for artists across the country to create and […]

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MARIKINA, TAGUIG LAUDED FOR ANTI-SMOKING DRIVES

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) lauded the cities of Marikina and Taguig for the all-out implementation of their respective anti-smoking ordinances. MMDA Chairman Atty. Romando Artes said the agency recognizes the relentless efforts of Marikina and Taguig in protecting the public from the continuing danger posed by smoking (including vaping and e-cigarettes). Two separate […]

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MMDA TRAFFIC ENFORCERS GET FREE SUNGLASSES – ARTES

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has received a donation of Essilor sunglasses for its traffic enforcers in recognition of their duties, especially during the dry season. MMDA Chairman Romando Artes said the donation from the Essilor Vision Foundation was initiated by former MMDA Chairman Benhur Abalos who chaired the agency for a year. During […]

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MMDA ACTIVATES ‘OPLAN METRO ALALAY SEMANA SANTA’

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), in coordination with the Philippine National Police – National Capital Region Police Office and various local government units, traffic bureaus, and other government agencies activated Oplan Metro Alalay Semana Santa 2022 (Oplan M.A.S.S. 2022). Under MMDA’s “Oplan M.A.S.S. 2022,” a total of 2,681 personnel has been deployed starting April […]

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MMDA FIELD WORKERS REHYDRATE WITH SPORTS DRINK

In recognition of their duties especially during this humid season, field personnel of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) received a donation of sports drink and physical fitness lecture to keep them fit and hydrated. The initiative is in support of the agency’s anti-heat stroke break for its on-duty traffic personnel, street sweepers, and all […]

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REGISTRATION FOR NEXT SCHOOL YEAR STARTS – BRIONES

In preparation for the incoming class opening, the Department of Education (DepEd) began conducting the Early Registration for School Year (SY) 2022-2023 from March 25 to April 30, 2022. The month-long activity aims to ensure that incoming learners are registered for the next SY and help the Department better anticipate and deal with the possible […]

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MMDA AWARDS ART, PHOTOGRAPHY TILT WINNERS

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced the winners of the metro-wide art, photography, and songwriting contests carrying the theme “I Love Metro Manila (MM)” aimed at showcasing the National Capital Region’s growth and development. MMDA Chairman Romando Artes congratulated the winners of the contests launched to raise public awareness about past and recent developments […]