Las Navas mayor urges calm, cooperation after clashes in two villages
In Northern Samar
TACLOBAN CITY — Las Navas, Northern Samar, Mayor John Philbert Tan has urged residents to remain calm and cooperate with authorities following separate armed encounters between government troops and members of the...
Tingog backs House bill seeking stronger online protection for children
TACLOBAN CITY — Tingog Party-list lawmakers have backed a proposed measure seeking to strengthen safeguards for children against harmful online content, exploitation and other digital risks following its approval on second reading by the...
PhilHealth extends insurance benefits to solo parents, qualified dependents
TACLOBAN CITY — Solo parents and their qualified dependents can access a wider range of health insurance benefits under a PhilHealth policy that provides government-funded contributions for eligible members and helps protect families from...
Borongan poverty rate drops to 21%; congressman vows support for city projects
TACLOBAN CITY — Borongan City’s poverty incidence declined from 26 percent in 2021 to 21 percent in 2025, prompting Eastern Samar Lone District Rep. Christopher “Sheen” Gonzales to commend the city government and pledge...
San Jose de Buan aids conflict-hit families with food packs
In Samar
TACLOBAN CITY — Families in conflict-affected communities in San Jose de Buan, Samar, have received food assistance from the municipal government as local officials and the military strengthen coordination to address security concerns...
Tacloban charity run seeks funds for surgery, medicines of 2 SJNHS students
TACLOBAN CITY — Community members and supporters of San Jose National High School (SJNHS) took part in a 3-kilometer charity fun run on Saturday, Oct. 10, to raise funds for the additional surgical expenses...