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TOURIST REST AREA OPENS IN CARMEN, CEBU

The Department of Tourism (DOT) cited the newly inaugurated Tourist Rest Area in Carmen, Cebu as an “ideal” public-private partnership framework, noting that the collaboration among the DOT, the TIEZA – Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority, the local government unit of Carmen, and the Cebu Safari & Adventure Park is a first step toward […]

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MMDA GIVES RIDERS GROCERY PACKS IN QUEZON CITY

In the spirit of Christmas, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), together with the ride-hailing companies Angkas and Joyride Philippines gave away grocery packs to motorcycle riders at two locations in Quezon City. The activity was led by MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes, Assistant General Manager for Operations Assistant David Angelo Vargas, Traffic Discipline […]

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DPWH FINISHES FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT IN IFUGAO

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) completed a vital infrastructure project aimed at safeguarding lives, properties, and agricultural lands in Lagawe, Ifugao. In his report to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, DPWH Region CAR Director Khadaffy Tanggol said that the completed flood control project at the Tungngod Side and Baliwong Flood Structure along the […]

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CSC ISSUES HOLIDAY REMINDERS FOR CIVIL SERVANTS

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) reminds government employees to refrain from soliciting gifts and consuming alcoholic beverages within government offices during office Christmas parties. Addressing the 1.9 million civil servants nationwide, CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles emphasized the importance of celebrating the season conscientiously, reminding government employees that while it is a time for joy and […]

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PRIVATE SECTOR URGED: HELP MODERNIZE AGRICULTURE

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. is seeking the cooperation of the private sector in formulating national policies and programs to fast-track the modernization of Philippine agriculture in increasing food production and ensuring food security. “The collaboration of government and the private sector is crucial. We highlight the efforts and dedication of our partners in building […]

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CANCER SURVIVOR IS DA’S OUTSTANDING RURAL WOMAN

“I am just a cancer survivor po. Naging VAWC victim din po ako. Pero salamat sa Panginoon dahil lagi Niyang itinatayo ang bandera ko ng pagkababae—na dapat ipaglaban ko ito para sa sarili ko, para sa mga anak ko, para sa komunidad, at sa buong mundo lalo na sa mga kababaihan. Kasi kung wala pong […]

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CAMANAVA HOSTS MMFF PARADE OF STARS 2023

Movie fans line up the streets in CAMANAVA (Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas, Valenzuela) to see their favorite celebrities aboard decorative floats during the 49th Metro Manila Film Festival Parade of Stars. Ten floats of all movie entries traversed from Navotas Centennial Park and travelled for 8.7 kilometers, through C4, Samson Road, and Mc Arthur Highway up […]

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DPWH UPGRADES CANDON ROAD IN ILOCOS SUR

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed a road improvement project allowing safer access along the Road Junction of Candon-Salcedo-Del Pilar in Candon, Ilocos Sur. In his report to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, DPWH Region I Director Ronnel Tan said the 1.12-kilometre concrete road project involves asphalt overlay with a 50-millimetre thickness […]

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DTI LAUDS SIGNING OF INTERNET TRANSACTION ACT

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed R.A 11967 titled “An Act Protecting Consumers and Merchants Engaged in lnternet Transactions, creating for this purpose the Electronic Commerce Bureau,” otherwise known as the Internet Transactions Act (ITA). The new law aims to boost and safeguard e-commerce transactions in the country and is a part of the administration’s legislative […]

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DA BREAKS GROUND ON P2.4B DRT IRRIGATION PROJECT

The Department of Agriculture (DA) broke ground on a P2.43-billion irrigation project that will improve the lives and livelihood of farmers and aquaculture investors in Dona Remedios Trinidad (DRT), Bulacan. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., who led the groundbreaking ceremony, highlighted the Small Reservoir Irrigation Project (SRIP) located in Barangay Bayabas of the town. […]