Borongan City council bans destructive mining
Gains Church support
TACLOBAN CITY – Citing the need to protect its environment and future generations, the Sangguniang Panlungsod of Borongan City in Eastern Samar has formally opposed destructive mining activities through a resolution urging...
241 trucks, tankers served in first week of 24/7 ‘Libreng Sakay’ amid San Juanico...
TACLOBAN CITY – At least 241 roll-on/roll-off (RORO) vehicles—comprising 215 cargo trucks and 26 fuel tankers—have availed of the government’s Libreng Sakay program as of June 24, bringing much-needed relief to haulers affected by...
Borongan City opens ‘Balay Paglaum’ shelter for children in conflict with the law
TACLOBAN CITY – The city government of Borongan has officially opened ‘Balay Paglaum’, a government-funded facility that will serve as a temporary shelter for Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL)—the first and only...
Hydro power project in Borongan City seen to cut electricity rates by half
TACLOBAN CITY– Residents of Borongan City may soon enjoy significantly lower electricity bills as the city government pushes forward with its ambitious hydroelectric energy project in Barangay San Gabriel.
Mayor Jose Ivan Dayan Agda, speaking...
ANTA Superstore in Tacloban posts strong start, plans expansion and school tie-ups
TACLOBAN CITY – The newly opened ANTA Superstore at Robinsons Place Tacloban is off to a strong start, drawing steady foot traffic and high sales since its launch, making it one of the brand’s...
Mindanao-based firm eyes water development projects in Northern Samar
TACLOBAN CITY – To help address persistent water supply challenges across Northern Samar, Mindanao-based Hanabana Water Supply Corporation has conducted site inspections and coordination meetings in eight municipalities as part of a potential partnership...