Army chief cites 8ID’s gallantry, awards medals to troops
TACLOBAN CITY— The 8th Infantry Division based in Catbalogan City reported that Philippine Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete honored its troops for their gallantry, dedication, and notable achievements during his official visit...
Youth turnout dominates as Comelec-8 logs over 143K voter applications in 10-day drive
TACLOBAN CITY – The Commission on Elections in Eastern Visayas (Comelec-8) processed an impressive 143,318 voter applications during its 10-day registration period from August 1 to 10, 2025 — a turnout officials say underscores...
Water shortage forces ESSU Borongan to shift to online classes, limit onsite work
TACLOBAN CITY — The Eastern Samar State University (ESSU)–Main Campus in Borongan City is suspending face-to-face classes and limiting on-site work starting Monday, August 11, 2025, as the city grapples with a continuing water...
DPWH completes P7.8-M road project in Barugo’s remote village
TACLOBAN CITY – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Leyte 2nd District Engineering Office has completed a P7.8-million road improvement project in Sitio Tayud, Barangay Amahit, Barugo, Leyte, aimed at providing safer...
Early education made closer for kids in Paglaum
TACLOBAN CITY- Young learners in Barangay 103-A Paglaum, the farthest barangay of Tacloban City, now have a safe and suitable space to learn and play with the recent turnover of a new daycare center...
Clearing operations completed along Rawis–Catubig road following tree fall
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) – Northern Samar District Engineering Office Maintenance Team has conducted clearing operations and removal of a fallen tree that had obstructed a portion of the Rawis–Catubig...