Samar launches “Balik Armas’ program to ensure peaceful 2025 elections
TACLOBAN CITY – The implementation of the ‘Balik Baril’ program in Samar province will be a big help for the province to have a peaceful and orderly May 12, 2025 elections.
Thus said Governor Sharee...
U.S., Philippines launch new fellowship program for higher education officials
Manila-On May 13, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Philippine Commission on Higher Education (CHED) launched a new fellowship program for Philippine academic officials that will equip them to develop...
Miss Universe PH candidates explore Northern Samar’s hidden gems
TACLOBAN CITY – Candidates of Miss Universe Philippines 2025 recently visited some of the most stunning tourist destinations in Northern Samar, showcasing the province’s natural beauty and rich culture.
The 69 candidates were divided into...
ERC-approved NGCP adjustments push up transmission rates by 9.25% in August
TACLOBAN CITY – Consumers can expect higher electricity bills this month as the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines’ (NGCP) transmission rates rose by 9.25%, following the Energy Regulatory Commission’s (ERC) approval of rate...
Biliran’s childcare facility cited for high standards
TACLOBAN CITY – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has cited the Biliran’s childcare facility Bahay Pag-Asa Center for achieving Level 3 accreditation, the first institution of its kind in the country...
Northern Samar nears full integration of province-wide health system
CATARMAN, Northern Samar – The Northern Samar province-wide health system has made significant strides in its universal health care (UHC) local health system maturity level, reaching 97% completion for its organizational level (Level 2)...