Leyte tightens rules on provincial roads, limits heavy trucks to 20 tons
TACLOBAN CITY — The provincial government of Leyte has strengthened regulations on the use of its provincial roads, imposing stricter limits on heavy vehicles to curb road damage and improve public safety.
The Sangguniang Panlalawigan...
Tricycle driver arrested in a buy-bust, suspected shabu seized
ORMOC CITY— A tricycle driver was arrested Sunday evening, Feb.22, after allegedly yielding suspected shabu during a buy-bust operation in Brgy. Marvel, Isabel, Leyte.
Operatives from the Station Drug Enforcement Team of the Isabel Municipal...
Fisherman arrested on charges of lascivious acts
In Biliran
ORMOC CITY— A 41-year-old fisherman was arrested Tuesday morning in Brgy. Madao, Kawayan, Biliran following a local court-issued warrant for alleged crimes against chastity.
The suspect, identified as alias “Ricky,” a married resident of...
Globe redefines connectivity beyond speed at The Blueprint Q1 2026
Globe Telecom opened the year with a bold message at its flagship quarterly media event. The Blueprint by Globe where connectivity is no longer about speed, but about consistent, reliable service, affordability, and easy...
Eastern Samar tightens livestock monitoring to guard vs ASF, rabies
TACLOBAN CITY — Veterinary and agriculture officials in Eastern Samar have stepped up coordination efforts to protect the province’s livestock industry and ensure food safety amid continuing threats from animal diseases.
The Provincial Veterinary Office...
Bill seeks P3,000 monthly pension for uncovered elderly Farmers
TACLOBAN CITY — Lawmakers are pushing to institutionalize a pension and insurance program for elderly, disabled and indigent farmers who are not covered by existing retirement systems, citing the growing vulnerability of aging agricultural...