CBCP urged to probe demolition of ‘La Pieta’ memorial park
Local council also calls for investigation
TACLOBAN CITY – The controversial demolition of the ‘La Pieta’ memorial park in Catbalogan City has now reached the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), following public uproar...
Deep-sea expedition to probe galleon-era shipwrecks in San Bernardino Strait
TACLOBAN CITY — The National Museum of the Philippines (NMP), in collaboration with Allen Exploration (AEX), a U.S.-based ocean research firm, will launch a major underwater archaeological expedition in the San Bernardino Strait off...
Rep. Tan laments zero budget for Catbalogan Airport development under 2025 budget
3 other airports get no budget
TACLOBAN CITY – Samar Rep. Michael Reynolds Tan (2nd District) expressed frustration over the lack of funding for the continued development of Catbalogan Airport in the 2025 budget.
During a...
Calbayog armed group leader killed in a shootout with cops
Magbutay said to engage in illegal drugs activity
PALO, Leyte-An alleged leader of an armed group that also engaged in illegal drug trade was killed in a firefight with police authorities in Calbayog City, Samar...
Paranas now power by solar energy
2nd LGU to resort to solarization
TACLOBAN CITY – The municipal building of Paranas, Samar, is now powered by a 48-kilowatt solar panel system, with a switch-on ceremony held on March 26, 2025.
The solarization project...
New queens crowned for Miss Tacloban and Miss Pintados 2025 pageants
TACLOBAN CITY – The city’s festive spirit is shining brighter with the crowning of this year’s queens during the Miss Tacloban, Miss Pintados, and Miss Teen Pintados 2025 pageants—celebrations held in line with the...