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Kayapa town promotes unity, cultural preservation thru IP Day

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NCIP PhotoBAYOMBONG, Nueva Vizcaya, Oct. 31 (PIA) – The local government unit here recently conducted its First Indigenous People’s Day to promote unity and cultural preservation.Pedro Galate, tribal affairs assistant of the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) said the IP Day which was locally declared by the LGU through  Municipal Ordinance 2018-09 was attended by various tribes of Kayapa such as Kalanguya, Iwak, Ibaloi, Kankanaey and  Karao,  among others.Galate added that the IP Day also served as the town’s celebration of Cooperative Month drawing members from various cooperatives such as  the Cooperative Bank of Nueva Vizcaya-Kayapa Branch,  St. Joseph Parish Cooperative, Kayapa Multi Purpose Cooperative, Tam –an Banaue Multi-Purpose Cooperative-Kayapa Branch, Bokod Spring Sulfur Multi-Purpose Cooperative-Kayapa Branch and the Cordillera Community Micro-Finance, Inc-Kayapa Branch.“This is the first IP Day celebration in our town and we are happy because of the attend…
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No increase in candles’ price - DTI 

DAGUPAN CITY, Oct. 31 (PIA) – In observation of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day, or collectively known as “Undas,” the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Pangasinan announced that the suggested retail price (SRP) of candles did not increase and have retained their price since the latest SRP issued by the agency.Natalia Dalaten, officer-in-charge of DTI-Pangasinan, said the latest SRP of candles dated September 30 was issued to guide consumers especially this coming “Undas”.Dalaten said DTI monitors the price of candles as it is included in the list of nine basic necessities and 12 prime commodities mandated by the Price Act or Republic Act 7581.“Candles that are being monitored by DTI are those usually being used by consumers in times of calamities and emergencies, especially when there are instances that electricity are cut off,” Dalaten said.Dalaten said consumers may have the option to buy other kinds of candles for their dearly departed love ones aside from those…
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PDEA declares Luna as Isabela's 6th drug-cleared town

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PDEA, PRO-2, DILG and LGU Isabela officialsc pose during the declaration of Luna town as drug-cleared municipality on October 28, 2019 at Luna town hall. (Photo from Brigada NewsFM)LUNA, Isabela, Oct. 31 (PIA) – The municipality of Luna was declared by the Regional Oversight Committee on drug clearing chaired by Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) as drug-cleared after it successfully met all the requirements set by the committee.The drug-cleared declaration was held on Oct. 28 at the town's municipal hall attended by PDEA, Police Regional Office 2, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), LGU – Isabela and town officials of Luna.Luna is already the sixth LGU in Isabela declared as drug-cleared after the towns of Sta. Maria, Delfin Albano, Burgos, Aurora and San Guillermo.Luna Mayor Jaime Atayde said the joint efforts of the police and local officials including the barangay officials and the people of Luna have resulted in the attainment of drug-cleared munici…
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US Embassy holds seminar for journalists on maritime security

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DAGUPAN CITY, Oct. 31 (PIA) – The Public Affairs Section of the United States (US) Embassy in the Philippines conducted the 11th Media Seminar held at the Hotel Jen in Pasay City recently in celebration of World Maritime Day.

At least 30 private and government journalists in Manila and select provinces have been invited to participate in this year’s seminar which focused on reporting about maritime security issues.

In a message, Philip Roskamp, public affairs counselor of the US Embassy in the Philippines, said the Philippines is blessed with rich marine resources but is also under threat by human activities and natural calamities.

“As journalists, you have a critical role to play of educating the community about the importance of protecting marine resources,” Roskamp said.
MEDIA SEMINAR ON MARITIME SECURITY. Philip Roskamp, public affairs counselor of the US Embassy in the Philippines, said that journalists have a critical role to play of educating the community about the importance o…
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DPWH reopens Marcos Bridge in Marikina

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DPWH Secretary Mark Villar cuts the ribbon to signal the reopening of Marcos Bridge in Marikina after undergoing major repairs. Also in photo areDPWH NCR Director Ador Canlas, Marikina City Mayor Marcelino Teodoro, JH Pajara Construction President Jaime H. Pajara. (Photo courtesy of DPWH)QUEZON CITY, Oct. 31 (PIA--Public Works & Highways Secretary Mark A. Villar led on Thursday, October 31, 2019 the formal re-opening Marcos Bridge in Marikina after undergoing major repair works.Villar was joined in the event by DPWH NCR Director Ador Canlas, Marikina City Mayor Marcelino Teodoro, JH Pajara Construction President Jaime H. Pajara, and DPWH First Metro Manila District Engineer Medel Chua.“As an integral access to Quezon City from the east of Rizal province, rehabilitation works on the bridge after its 40 years of service are necessary to ensure the safety and convenience of the public,” Villar said.The DPWH hastened major repairs being undertaken because of massive traffic congestion…
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La Union police aims for a safe and secured Undas 2019   

SAN FERNANDO CITY, Oct. 31 (PIA) – The La Union Provincial Police Office has laid in place security preparations for the annual observance of the All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day in the province."Several local police stations were identified to manage the heavy influx of motorists namely Rosario, Agoo, Bauang, San Fernando City, San Juan, and Bacnotan," according to PLt. Col. Silverio Ordinando, Jr., Police Community Affairs and Development Branch chief.He added, “Earlier today, we sent off 140 personnel from the regional and provincial headquarters and the Regional Mobile Force Batallion to augment said local police stations as they lack personnel.”The Rosario police station have earlier disseminated an alternate rerouting plan to ease the expected influx of motorists bound for Baguio City and those bound northwards to La Union and the northern provinces.For those going north, motorists can take Barangay Concepcion after Bued River and exit at Amianan Motors, whil…
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Families, relatives of Inopacan massacre victims feel gov't support

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Surviving families and relatives of the Inopacan purging victims of the NPAs were in tears as they lighted candles and offer prayers at the concrete slab carved with a list of the victims' names near the Immaculate Concepcion Parish Church in Baybay City after a Holy Mass and a Peace Walk, Oct. 29. (PIA-8)BAYBAY CITY, Oct. 30 (PIA) -- Rolando Malasaga, 54, a resident of barangay San Juan, Mahaplag, Leyte, still remembered how he lost his elder brother and father-in-law way back in the 1980s, in the hands of the enemies of the state, on the mere suspicion they are government spies.Jenefer Ejoc, of Barangay Kabungaan, this city, had a similar experience, as his elder brother, Restituto, was among those who perished in the infamous Inopacan massacre, a result of mass purging of suspected informers within the ranks of CPP-NPAs.Wives became widows, mothers longed for a lost nephews and children -- the ordeal was refreshed in a gathering at the municipal gym here Tuesday, October 29, an…
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USL is Top 6 best school nationwide in Oct 2019 Geodetic Eng’g board exam

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TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan, Oct. 31 (PIA) – A catholic educational institution in this city ranked no. 6 nationwide in the recently concluded October 2019 Geodetic Engineer Licensure Examination.The University of Saint Louis – Tuguegarao (USL) recorded an impressive rating of 83.33 percent which is higher than the national passing rate of 54.85 percent producing 25 new geodetic engineers.Other schools in the region that have successfully produced new geodetic engineers are Northeastern College in Santiago City with 16 passers and Nueva Vizcaya State University – Bayombong campus with 11 passers.In a Facebook post, Engr. Esperanza Mallanao Celis, a passer from USL said, “Thank you mang, pang, nong and ate's sa tiwala. At thank you po sa mga kaibigang naniniwala sa aking kakayahan. Sa aming mga instructor, at sa mga ate at kuya naming engr. na laging nagbibigay ng words of wisdom, thank you po.”The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced that 481 out of 877 passed the exam …
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DRRM caravan held in Apayao

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PUDTOL, Apayao, Oct. 31(PIA) -- The Cordillera Regional Disaster Risk and Reduction Management Council (CRDRRMC) thru the Office of Civil Defense – Cordillera and the Apayao Provincial DRRMC conducted the Cordillera DRRM Caravan in this town recently.CRDRRMC chairman and OCD-CAR Regional Director Alberto Mogol said that caravan underscores the importance of reaching out to the local counter parts to ensure that there is a good working relationship between and among the DRRMCs in the national, regional and local levels.CRDRRMC Chairman, OCD-CAR Regional Director Alberto Mogol delivers his message during the Apayao Leg of the Cordillera DRRM Caravan in Pudtol, Apayao last week. (OCD-CAR photo)As part of the interfacing, the CRDRRMC and the Apayao PDRRMC reviewed the municipal DRRM plans the seven towns of Apayao in accordance with the provisions of OCD Memorandum No. 552 s. 2017 defining a Provisional Review Tool and Checklist for Local DRRM Plans and in relation to the Department of Bu…
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Coast Guard on heightened alert for UNDAS 2019

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Commo. Normando D. Reyes of the Coast Guard Northwestern Luzon (PCG) based in San Fernando City, La Union shows to local media their office's assets ready for deployment in line with the observance of UNDAS 2019. (JNPD/PIA La Union) SAN FERNANDO CITY, Oct. 31 (PIA) -- The Coast Guard Northwestern Luzon (PCG) here is on heightened alert status for the Oplan Biyaheng Ayos in line with the observance of this year’s All Saints’ Day.District Commander Normando D. Reyes said their station has implemented the Oplan Biyaheng Ayos since Oct. 25 to Nov. 4 as part of the directive of Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade.  In a meeting with local media on Oct. 30, Reyes assured that the PCG is ready to provide the necessary assistance in ensuring safety of the public especially in major resorts and beach areas in the region.“In Region 1, we do not have a commercial sea port, so our focus is to deploy our personnel in beach areas such as in Lucap Wharf in Alaminos City, Pangasinan and in San…
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SHS students, sasanayin ng Navotas City LGU

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     Isang kasunduan ang nilagdaan sa Navotas City upang mahasa ang kasanayan ng mga senior high school students ng lungsod. (Navotas PIO)LUNGSOD NAVOTAS, Okt. 31 (PIA) -- Isang kasunduan ang nilagdaan sa Navotas City upang mahasa ang kasanayan ng mga senior high school students ng lungsod.Nakapaloob sa memorandum of agreement (MOA) ang work immersion sa Navotas City Hall ng mga estudyante.Lumagda sa nasabing MOA sina Mayor Toby Tiangco, kasama sina Navotas Schools Division Superintendent, Dr. Alejandro Ibañez; Assistant Schools Division Superintendent, Buenafe Sabado; Public Schools District Supervisor, Editha Peregrino; at mga school principal ng mga senior high school sa lungsod.Kasama sa mga kalahok na paaralan ang Angeles National High School, Filemon T. Lizan Senior High School, Kaunlaran High School, San Roque National High School, Tangos National High School at Governor Andres Pascual College.Sa ilalim ng programang ito, 210 kabataang Navoteño ang magtatrabaho sa city hall han…
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Pangasinenses make waves in national competitions

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The Province of Pangasinan led by Governor Amado I. Espino III takes pride in the recent feats of Pangasinenses who have been making waves in the national center stage.The beauty and wit of Pangasinenses, who carried the rich culture and tradition of the province, dazzled in various pageantries.Mariz Songcuan, the 26-year-old mom from San Fabian, proved that the most beautiful mothers can be found in Pangasinan after she was crowned Mrs. Philippines Globe 2019.Aside from the major beauty title, Songcuan also bagged other awards in the pageant, such as: Simone Swimwear Body Beautiful and Colours Woman of Style.Hence, Songcuan will represent the Philippines in the international competition of the Mrs. Globe 2019 on December 2019 in China.In “Miss Millennial Philippines 2019,” Limgas na Pangasinan 2019 queen Gwendoline Meliz Soriano won the Online Favorite Award.This award echoes the strong support of the provincial government to Soriano, not only during the grand finals held in Meralco …
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Pangasinan is again proclaimed as the Best NSM Province Implementer in Region 1

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Pangasinan was once again proclaimed as the Best NSM (National Statistics Month) Province Implementer in Region 1.The award was given during the 30th Regional NSM Month Closing Ceremony held at the Department of Agriculture (DA) Regional Office in San Fernando, La Union on October 29.Pangasinan has successfully hurdled the feat after the provincial government led by Gov. Amado I. Espino III has “done an extra mile of promoting statistics” via numerous programs and projects that were institutionalized over the years.Atty Sheila O. De Guzman, vice chair of Regional Statistics Committee (RSC) and the officer-in-charge of the Phil. Statistics Authority (PSA) Regional Office, commended the province for its contribution to the betterment of statistics development in the region as proven by its various noteworthy undertakings.It can be noted that Pangasinan was cited as the Best NSM Province Implementer in the years 2008, 2009 and 2010 and again in 2014, 2015 and 2016. Hence, Pangasinan was …
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VANJOSS SERENADES CAPITOL EMPLOYEES

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VANJOSS SERENADES CAPITOL EMPLOYEES Two weeks before competing in the the grandfinals of singing contest “The Voice Kids,” Vanjoss Bayaban, a resident of Asingan town, serenaded the officials and employees of the provincial government of Pangasinan during the regular flag raising held at the Capitol Plaza on October 21. /Photos by Jinver Perez/MGNOThe post VANJOSS SERENADES CAPITOL EMPLOYEES appeared first on The Official Website of the Province of Pangasinan.
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PANGASINAN EMPLOYEES SPEAKERS BUREAU

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PANGASINAN EMPLOYEES SPEAKERS BUREAU Virgil Garcia (rightmost) from the Toastmaster International – Baguio City facilitates a workshop on effective communication during a training conducted by the provincial government on October 22-23 at the Sison Auditorium in Lingayen. The provincial government of Pangasinan led by Governor Amado I. Espino III has formed the Pangasinan Employees Speakers Bureau (PESB) to become a conduit of the provincial administration in resonating its development agenda. Flashing the Pangasinan number one sign were (seated from left to right): PESB elected President Jerome Joves of the Provincial Treasury Office, toastermaster Anne Cua, Garcia, and Chief Administrative Officer Irmina Francisco /Photo by Jinver Perez /MGNOThe post PANGASINAN EMPLOYEES SPEAKERS BUREAU appeared first on The Official Website of the Province of Pangasinan.
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P’SINAN GEARS UP FOR UHC FULL IMPLEMENTATION

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P’SINAN GEARS UP FOR UHC FULL IMPLEMENTATION.  Provincial Health Officer Anna Maria Teresa de Guzman said Pangasinan province is ready to implement the Universal Healthcare Law, owing to the improved hospital management system, and the partnership between the provincial government and the private sector in rendering healthcare services. During the Pangasinan in Action Talakayan sa Kapitolyo held on October 29, she said said only the healthcare providers network is being worked out for the full implementation of the UHC law in the province. The implementing rules and regulation of the said law was signed on October 11 by Health Secretary Francisco Duque. /Photos by JinverPerez/MGNOThe post P’SINAN GEARS UP FOR UHC FULL IMPLEMENTATION appeared first on The Official Website of the Province of Pangasinan.
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Tagalog News: Pelikulang Culion, pasok sa MMFF2019

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Sa press conference kasabay ng Palawan Media Launch ng pelikulang Culion, nagsasalita si Director Alvin Yapan (pangatlo sa kaliwa), katabi nito Gillie Sing (pang-apat mula sa kaliwa) ng iOptions Venture, executive producer ng pelikula. (Larawan ni Leila B. Dagot/PIA-Palawan)

PUERTO PRINCESA, Palawan, Okt 31 (PIA) -- Nagbunyi ang cast and crew ng pelikulang Culion nang i-anunsiyo ng Executive Committee ng Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) ang huling apat na pelikulang kukumpleto sa Magic 8, kung saan, nakabilang ang Culion.Aminado ang executive producer nito na si Gillie Sing, na halos hindi na siya makatulog sa magiging resulta ng pagpili, hanggang sa ito ay mai-deklarang kasama sa MMFF.“Hindi ko lubos akalain, sobrang nanginginig ako, at tila maiyak ako sa tuwa habang ipinapaliwanag sa stage ang tungkol sa aming movie,” pahayag ni Sing sa panayam sa kaniya.Sa isang blog, sinabi ng producer ng Culion na si Shandii Bacolod na noong una ay nag-alangan pa siyang dumalo sa MMFF announcemen…
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Solano mayor vows to sustain livelihood for women

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SOLANO, Nueva Vizcaya, Oct. 31 (PIA)– Mayor Eufemia Dacayo said she will continue to provide livelihood and improve the lives of women in this town.Dacayo, speaking before the participants of the Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTI) recent Consumer Welfare Month culmination program said the Solano Women’s Club (SWC) is now involved in various livelihood projects.“These livelihood projects serve as source of income for the SWC members’ families to improve their lives,” she said.Photo from Bayombong Councilor Precy Marcos FB Post Dacayo also acknowledged the efforts and support of the SWC in advocating the town’s ordinance prohibiting the use of non-biodegradable bags  in the municipality.She said that with the completion of the plastic ban ordinance, the local government unit personnel can now proceed with the massive information campaign in the 22 barangays of Solano.“I  wish to bring in the old days and practices of using leaves as our wrappers of the items that we buy so that we…
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Ilokano News: Grupo dagiti babbai, produktibo ditoy Nueva Vizcaya

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Impakita dagiti Rural Improvement Club (RIC) members dagit produktoda a pangipaay suporta ken panagrang-ay dagiti pamilyada iti kallbes nga RIC Day sadiay Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya.# PIA PhotoBAYOMBONG, Nueva Vizcaya , Oct. 31 (PIA) – Nangiwayat idi kalman iti maysa nga Rural Improvement Club (RIC) Day dagiti sector ti babbai ditoy a probinsia tapno inda ipakita dagiti produktoda.Ti RIC Day, sigun kenni Cristina Sampaga, pangulwen ti RIC Provincial Federation ket  kada tawen a maaramid tapno  aglangen-langen  dagiti naduma-duma nga RIC ti  15 nga ili ti probinsia ken maipakita dagiti naduma-duma a produktuda.“Ti RIC ket organisasyon a kangrunaan dagiti babbai nga mangayat a mangted serbisyo ken tulong ti pamilya ken kadagiti umili a marigrigat,” linuna ni Sampaga.Sigunpay kenkuana, adun dagiti nagballaygi nga panggedan dagiti RIC ti kas kuma kadagiti map-apit nga nateng, prutas, processed foods ken daddumapay nga produkto a mailako.Innayunpay ni Sampaga nga adun dagiti kaduada nga naik…
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ELCAC finds partners with former AFP servicemen in Eastern Samar

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BORONGAN CITY. Oct 31 (PIA)--The 14th Infantry (Avenger) Battalion, 8th Infantry Division, (8th ID), Philippine Army found partners to push End Local Communist Armed Conflict (ELCAC) with former army servicemen. In the Former AFP Servicemen Summit held recently, the 14th IB gathered some 130 former AFP servicemen.Under the leadership of LTC Jasper Justito M. Pecson, commanding officer of the battalion, the 130 former AFP Servicemen(Retired/Discharged/Separated) committed to help their former organization to support the fight to end insurgency.LTC Jasper Justito M. Pecson, commanding officer of the battalion urged the 130 former AFP Servicemen(Retired/Discharged/Separated) to help their former organization to support the fight to end insurgency. (14th IB/ Phil. Army) "We updated them on the current thrust of the AFP and the government as a whole to end the local communist armed conflict," said Pecson in a text message.They were also reminded of their roles on peace and develo…
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RDRRMC-2 all set for 'Undas'

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Members of RDRRMC 2 lay their contingency and response plans for the observance of Undas 2019. (by PIA) TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan, Oct 29 (PIA) - - Members of the Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (RDRRMC) region 2 have already laid their contingency and response plans in observance of the All Saints and All Souls Days in the region.Civil Defense Regional Director Dante Balao said the local DRRM councils, rescue teams and volunteers are already alerted to effect public order, security and safety in the different municipalities, especially in the cemeteries.The Philippine National Police has assigned security forces in the cemeteries and other places that may draw crowd in Undas observance. Medical teams from the Department of Health and Rural Health Units will also establish medical stations, together with standby firemen and other volunteer groups.The Department of Public Works and Highways have also issued advisories to travellers on areas where there are ongoin…
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Brgy. Sacred Heart in QC receives 15 e-trikes

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  E-trikes donated by the Department of Energy to Quezon City. (Photo from QC FB)QUEZON CITY, Oct. 31 (PIA)—Barangay Sacred Heart in Quezon City is the recipient of 15 electronic tricycles or e-trikes, part of the 300 units donated by the Department of Energy (DOE) to Quezon City.In simple rites Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte and officials of the city’s Department of Public Order and Safety (DPOS)-Green Transport, handed the 15 e-trikes to Sacred Heart Barangay Chairwoman Camille Malig David.In a statement, Belmonte said several barangays in the Tomas Morato area, which is a known tourist spot destination, agreed to serve as pilot areas for the e-trikes.“I think that’s the perfect place to pilot this because iyan ang puntahan ng mga tao. Ito’y tourist destination natin at gusto natin ipakita na dito sa mga lugar na ito, nagsisimula na tayong gumamit ng green energy at renewable energy,” said Belmonte.“Marami ring residente roon at tingin ko matutuwa sila dahil hindi maiingay ang e-tri…
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Navotas City all set for Undas

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Mayor Toby Tiangco inspects NavoHimlayan, a public crematorium, columbarium, and funeral chapel in Navotas in time for the observance of Undas.(Photo courtesy of Navotas PIO)NAVOTAS CITY, Oct. 31 (PIA) – Navotas City is all set for the observance of this year’s All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day.Early this week, Mayor Toby Tiangco led the inspection of the NavoHimlayan public crematorium, columbarium and funeral chapel in Navotas, to ensure the safe and orderly observance of Undas. “More than 10,000 visit the NavoHimlayan and its adjacent private cemeteries, during Undas. We want to make sure that everything will go smoothly, there are no untoward incidents, and visitors stay safe,” Mayor Tiangco said.On Friday, November 1, around 700 police, fire officers, city and barangay personnel, health and emergency staff, sweepers, and volunteers will be deployed to man the city cemetery.The city government also tapped the Philippine Army, Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA(, and …
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PCG tightens ports security on Undas

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Coast Guard District National Capital Region-Central Luzon (CGDNCR-CL) conducts port and ferry terminal inspection at North Harbor Ferry Terminal and Esplanade Seaside Ferry Terminal in Manila in preparation of the country’s observance of All Saint’s Day this year. (Photo courtesy of PCG)MANILA, Oct. 30 (PIA)—Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) chief Vice Admiral Joel Garcia directed all coast guard units to tighten security and safety measures on all ports and ferry terminals nationwide on All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day.“I hereby directed all PCG units to brace up security and safety measures on all ports and ferry terminals this All Saints’ Day to ensure the orderly operation of sea transport facilities safe/convenient travel of the seafaring public and even the safety and security of resort visitors," said Garcia.The coast guard chief ensured that all their available assets are strategically located in ports nationwide.“We have to sail ships including one 55-meter multi-mission o…
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DILG brings potable water to Balangkayan through ADM program

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BORONGAN CITY, October 30 (PIA) - - The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) – Provincial Field Office brought potable water to Balangkayan through the Assistance to Disadvantaged Municipalities (ADM) Program.The Provision of Potable Water Supply – Level III to Poblacion Barangays of Balangkayan, Eastern Samar was monitored on October 28, 2019, during the Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Media Tour sponsored by DILG-8.At the reservoir site of the potable water to Balangkayan through the Assistance to Disadvantaged Municipalities (ADM) Program. (SDC/PIA-Eastern Samar)
According to Engr. Jemsel Valdez, Municipal Engineer, the total project cost is P8-M which benefited more than 700 households now enjoying the potable water supply in Poblacion Barangays 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.

Valdez added that even if there is drought and there is no rain for many months, the water supply is still sufficient because the source is a cave spring water.

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Ifugao PDRRMC reorganized

LAGAWE, Ifugao, Oct.30 (PIA) - - Governor Jerry Dalipog has   re-organized and expanded the membership of the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) to help sustain the gains of partnership with and among public and private sectors in building disaster resilience, institutionalizing arrangement and measures for reducing the risks of disasters including the projected climate risks and enhance disaster preparedness and response capabilities at all levels.Dalipog said the magnitude of disaster risk reduction and management requires a determined effort of the local government of promoting the active participation and involvement of all stakeholders concerned and ensures the functional operation of the DRRM Offices, organizations and committees at all levels.This is in also in  compliance with the Department of Interior and Local Government Memorandum Circular No. 2010-143 mandating additional functions, members and the establishment of the PDRRM Office (PDRRMO)…
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Pamilya Pama ng Lake Sebu, Outstanding Model Family ng S. Cotabato

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Ang Pamilya Pama habang tinatanggap ang parangal na Most Outstanding Model Family ng South Cotabato sa 2019. KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato, Okt. 30 (PIA) — Pagtaguyod sa pamilya na may pananampalataya sa Poong Maykapal at pagsisikap para sa kapakanan sa mga anak ang dahilan kung bakit sila tinanghal na Most Outstanding Model Family ng South Cotabato, ayon sa pamilyang Pama ng Lake Sebu. Kinalalang Most Outstanding Model Family of South Cotabato 2019 ang Pamilya nina G. Renante at Gng. Edna Pama sa isang seromonya sa EMR Convention Center sa Koronadal City kamakalawa.Sa tanong kung bakit lamang sila sa ibang nominado sa Search for Most Outstanding Model Family, sagot ni Gng. Edna Pama: “Siguro dahil napalaki namin ang aming mga anak na may takot sa Diyos at napag-aral namin sila sa aming pagsisikap sa simple naming pamumuhay.” “Nakita namin na sa aming pamumuhay ginawa naming sentro ang Panginoon. Walang imposible kung may Diyos sa tahanan,” dagdag pa ni Gng. Pama na 31 taon nang kasa…
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6 barangays in Sta. Rosa City receive Seal of Good Local Governance

CITY OF STA. ROSA, Laguna, Oct. 30 (PIA)—The City Government of Santa Rosa and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) local office here recognized various barangays for their exemplary performance and demonstrating best practices in different areas of governance.

As part of the Local Government Month celebration, the DILG City of Santa Rosa and the city government conferred the Seal of Good Local Governance for Barangay (SGLGB) to six barangays namely Labas, Tagapo, Dila, Dita, Sto. Domingo, and Pulong Sta. Cruz for passing the key assessment areas of the barangay-level SGLG.

In an interview, Melody Barairo, city director of DILG Santa Rosa told PIA that the six barangay recipients passed and topped the core areas of the SGLGB namely financial administration, peace and order, and disaster preparedness and at least one of the three essential areas which include social protection, business-friendliness and competitiveness, and environmental management.

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Wanna be carbon neutral? Plant 100 trees!

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LEGAZPI CITY (PIA) —The Society of Filipino Foresters Inc. (SFFI) is urging every Filipino to plant 100 trees to fight climate change and sustain the country’s forests.Officers and members of Society of Filipino Foresters Inc., together with DENR officials and other stakeholders, plant trees at Albay Park and Wildlife on October 15, 2019 as part of the SFFI 2019 National Conference. (Photo by Casandra Balala)SFFI National Council President Tommy T. Valdez said the World Bank’s carbon footprint of a person shows that one Filipino is emitting 1.2 tons of carbon dioxide annually. “To make you a carbon neutral person, you need to plant 100 trees. If Filipinos can do this, then we can tell the world that the Philippines is a carbon neutral country,” he added.Valdez pointed out that under their carbon neutral program, their tree planting activities were being conducted in natural parks or watershed areas to ensure also the protection of water bodies in forestlands.He said SFFI strongly advo…
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QC bares traffic rerouting scheme for Undas 2019

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Himlayang Pilipino Memorial ParkQUEZON CITY, Oct. 30 (PIA)—The Task Force for Transport and Traffic of the Quezon City government laid out a traffic rerouting scheme for motorists who plan to visit cemeteries during All Saints Day and All Souls Day.Mayor Joy Belmonte ordered newly formed Task Force for Transport and Traffic led by Atty. Ariel Inton to oversee the smooth implementation of a traffic scheme to ensure orderly flow of traffic in the areas leading to the Manila North Cemetery, Eternal Garden Memorial Park, Baesa Cemetery, Novaliches Cemetery, Himlayang Pilipino, and San Juan Cemetery.“Inilatag na namin ang plano para hindi maabala ang ating mga residente sa kanilang pagbisita sa mga namapayapang mahal sa buhay," Belmonte said.Belmonte also ordered personnel from the Quezon City Police District (QCPD), Department of Public Order and Safety (DPOS), and Barangay Public Safety Officers (BPSO) be assigned at barangays near the cemeteries to assist in traffic and security ef…
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Consumers  learn about sustainable consumption

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DTI and Radyo Pilipinas hold a live kapihan with the Consumer Net.BONTOC, Mountain Province, Oct. 29 (PIA)--Consumers in the province learned about sustainable consumption in a live kapihan among Consumernet-member agencies led by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in coordination with Radyo Pilipinas in celebration of Consumer Welfare Month.DTI Assistant Regional Director Juliet Lucas encouraged consumers to patronize local products as the province’s proactive measure in safeguarding the entry of disease-ridden livestock or contaminated products which are deemed unsafe for public consumption. She urged consumers to be locavores- to eat locally produced products only and to grow their own food. Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Federico Martin shared that Depd sustained access to school feeding program and this is now improving in terms of the quality of foods that are being served. Vegetables planted in the school gardens which are free from pesticides are being used for th…
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BUB funded Evacuation Center benefits 300 households in Llorente town

BORONGAN CITY, Oct. 30 (PIA)--A Bottom-up-Budgeting (BUB)  Evacuation Center Project in Llorente, Eastern Samar can  accommodate over 300 families or 710 individuals evacuees.During the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Eastern Samar led Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Media tour, DILG Provincial Director Visitacion Giba conducted the group on October 28, 2019.Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management (MDRRM) Officer,  Nelson Gopole said that the spacious Evacuation Center has basic amenities such as potable water, electricity, comfort rooms for males, females and persons with disabilities (PWDs),  kitchen and laundry area.Other equally important components of the said building include MDRRM Office and waiting room area for those mothers who will give birth especially from the far-flung barangays.Gopole said that among their plans, they will use the center as a Command Center of DRRM and training venues for calamity drills and other disaster preparedness act…
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