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House Minority Leader Nonoy Libanan and Eastern Samar Representative Christopher Sheen Gonzales have forged a partnership with the University of the Philippines (UP) Manila’s School of Health Sciences to build a sustainable, community-rooted health workforce for Homonhon Island, Eastern Samar. Under the initiative, UP Manila, led by Chancellor Dr. Michael Tee, will open a special […]
Eastern Samar Representative Christopher Sheen Gonzales has filed two priority measures in the House of Representatives seeking the construction of modern fishports with ice plants and cold storage facilities in the coastal towns of Dolores and Oras in his home province. Gonzales said the proposed facilities will help fisherfolk reduce post-harvest losses, preserve the quality […]
The pediatric department of Eastern Samar Provincial Hospital (ESPH) received a vital boost to its essential services to vulnerable newborn patients during a turnover of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) equipment recently.The donation was made possible through the Rotary Club of Salcedo Makati, Rotary Club Sae Onyang, and the provincial government. The equipment includes two […]
The House of Representatives has approved on third and final reading a bill establishing a new state-owned college of medicine in Eastern Samar. House Bill No. 11342, authored by Minority Leader and 4Ps party-list Representative Nonoy Libanan, mandates the creation of a medical school under the Eastern Samar State University (ESSU) in Borongan City. “Once […]
Senator Bong Go’s Malasakit Team extended assistance to displaced workers of Calbayog City, Western Samar, underscoring the continued support for livelihood programs that benefit disadvantaged communities. The initiative was made possible through the collaborative efforts of Go and local leaders such as Board Member Ancecio Guades. Senate Bill No. 420 aims to provide short-term employment […]
House of Representatives Minority Leader Nonoy Libanan has filed two separate bills seeking to establish two new state-run coconut oil milling and refinery plants in Eastern Samar, in an effort to boost the productivity and income of local farmers. Libanan’s House Bill (HB) No. 10834 proposes to put up the Eastern Samar Coconut Oil Milling […]
House of Representatives Minority Leader Nonoy Libanan welcomed the decision of Philippine Airlines (PAL) to operate an additional weekly Cebu-Borongan-Cebu flight every Wednesday, starting Sept. 18, 2024. “We are delighted that the flag carrier is increasing the frequency of its Cebu-Borongan-Cebu flights to thrice weekly, as this will give a boost to Eastern Samar as a […]
The Department of Education (DEPED) Schools Division of Borongan City, Eastern Samar State University (ESSU), TESDA, and the Local Government Unit of Borongan City are set to establish a new agricultural school. Superintendent Edgar Tenesas presented the framework for the school during a recent local school board meeting, highlighting opportunities for various agencies to support […]
Senator Bong Go’s Malasakit Team spearheaded an aid distribution event for indigent residents of San Policarpo, Eastern Samar. The initiative supported and provided the residents with various essential items and financial aid to help alleviate their living conditions and promote inclusive economic recovery. During the activity, organized in collaboration with Governor Ben Evardone, 1,000 residents […]
KOICA or Korea International Cooperation Agency continues to help Eastern Samar with the establishment of the new hospital in Guiuan, Eastern Samar, the Felipe Abrigo Memorial Hospital. KOICA Country Director Kim Eun Sub delivered the good news to Gov. Ben Evardone that a new project in Eastern Samar with Borongan City has emerged, the Philippine […]