Young NPA member surrenders to Borongan police
TACLOBAN CITY – A 20-year-old alleged member of the New People’s Army (NPA) surrendered to authorities in Borongan City on July 23, 2025, signaling another step forward in the government’s campaign to end local...
Samar eyes ADB loan to develop marine resources
TACLOBAN CITY – Northern Samar’s provincial government is eyeing loans from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to finance key projects to strengthen the province’s rich marine resources.
Aiming to secure support for Northern Samar’s agri-fishery...
Borongan City honors elderly with cash gifts and expands support programs for senior citizens
TACLOBAN CITY – A total of 73 senior citizens from Borongan City recently received financial gifts from the national government through the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) as part of efforts to recognize...
Palo town to mark its 429th fiesta celebration with series of activities
TACLOBAN CITY-This year’s town fiesta celebration of Palo, Leyte are in full swing with the opening of a grand carnival featuring thrilling rides, games, and treats. The festivities honor its patron saint, Señor San...
Ombudsman suspends Burauen mayor over irregular marriage certificate signing
TACLOBAN CITY – The Office of the Ombudsman has ordered the six-month suspension without pay of Burauen, Leyte Mayor Fe Renomeron for signing a marriage certificate in 2014 despite not having personally officiated the...
Philippines welcomes new batch of Peace Corps volunteers
MANILA- On July 14, the U.S. Peace Corps in the Philippines welcomed the arrival in Manila of 48 American Volunteers and seven short-term Response Volunteers who will serve alongside Filipino partners to support education,...