Eastern Samar commits P676 million to improve healthcare services
TACLOBAN CITY— The provincial government of Eastern Samar has committed P676 million to upgrade healthcare facilities and ensure the availability of medicines and medical supplies as the province strengthens its implementation of universal healthcare.
Governor...
Three Samar bishops back call to oppose mining in Giporlos, Balangiga
Could result in environmental degradation
TACLOBAN CITY — The three bishops of Samar Island have thrown their support behind a call for local governments in Giporlos and Balangiga, Eastern Samar, to oppose mining activities amid...
Giporlos mayor: No mining operations underway in town
Amid concern of residents
TACLOBAN CITY — Giporlos Mayor Gilbert Go has assured residents that no mining operations are currently taking place in the municipality, as he urged the public to disregard what he described...
NGCP denies role in looming power rate hike
As it unveils Leyte grid expansion projects
TACLOBAN CITY – The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) on Thursday, July 16, distanced itself from the looming increase in electricity rates in Eastern Visayas, saying...
Cardinal Tagle urges faithful to resist ‘decay and corruption’ during Tacloban ...
TACLOBAN CITY — Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle on Sunday, July 12, called on faithful to resist the “decay and corruption” afflicting society, saying only the Word of God can renew individuals and communities, as...
EV power consumers hit by record transmission charges
July bills surge
TACLOBAN CITY — More than 1.1 million electricity consumers across Eastern Visayas are paying significantly higher power bills this July after the region’s 11 electric cooperatives were assessed a record P572.9 million...