Tricycle bumps MPV in Naval; no injuries reported
ORMOC CITY— A multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) sustained minor dents and scratches after being struck by a tricycle in Barangay P.I. Garcia, Naval, Biliran, on Saturday afternoon, February 14, 2026.
According to the local police, the...
Laborer found dead in early decomposition in Victoria, Northern Samar
ORMOC CITY— Authorities are investigating the death of a 55-year-old laborer whose body was found in an early state of decomposition in Barangay Erenas, Victoria, Northern Samar, on Friday morning, February 13, 2026.
The victim,...
Over 11,000 Leyte residents to benefit from expanded water systems
TACLOBAN CITY — More than 11,800 residents in Calubian and San Isidro, Leyte, are set to gain improved access to safe and reliable water following the expansion and rehabilitation of Level III water systems...
Uninvited guest fatally stabbed at birthday celebration in Laoang
In Northern Samar
TACLOBAN CITY — A 45-year-old man allegedly stabbed a fellow tricycle driver to death after confronting him for showing up uninvited to his granddaughter’s birthday celebration in Laoang, Northern Samar on Wednesday,...
Tacloban council reasserts HUC status, seeks clear separation from Leyte province
TACLOBAN CITY — The Tacloban City council has reaffirmed the city’s status as a highly urbanized city (HUC), urging national government agencies to strictly recognize its administrative independence from the provincial government of Leyte.
Through...
LTFRB suspends Duptours franchise after 4 killed in Basey crash
TACLOBAN CITY — The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) in Eastern Visayas has imposed a 30-day preventive suspension on all units operating under the franchise of Duptours Shuttle Services Inc. following a...