Northern Samar launches P700-M coconut industrial park to boost local processing and exports
TACLOBAN CITY – The provincial government of Northern Samar has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with private firm Island Fun for the establishment of a Coconut Industrial Park, a landmark project aimed at...
DSWD to deploy mobile kitchen for stranded San Juanico Bridge passengers
TACLOBAN CITY – In response to the growing needs of stranded passengers due to the vehicle restrictions at San Juanico Bridge, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in Eastern Visayas will deploy...
Gov. Petilla surprised on Kerwin’s victory
Espinosa routs 2 rivals
TACLOBAN CITY — Leyte Governor Carlos Jericho ‘Icot’ Petilla admitted he was “awed” by the election of Rolan “Kerwin” Espinosa as mayor of Albuera, a town once dubbed the drug capital...
Alfred re-elected; Raymund elected as vice mayor
Dandee wins!
TACLOBAN CITY — Mayor Alfred Romualdez secured his third and final term as chief executive of the city, with his son Raymund Romualdez winning the vice mayoral seat in the 2025 local elections.
Seven...
Surprise in bloom: astrodome’s vibrant trees turn Tacloban pathway into a blossoming attraction
TACLOBAN CITY – A stunning natural spectacle has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike at the Tacloban City Astrodome, where cherry blossom-like trees are now in full bloom—transforming the area into an...
Karla Estrada as the next DOT-8 head? “I am ready’
Amid rumor she will hold the said post
TACLOBAN CITY – Actress and television host Karla Estrada hinted at the possibility of stepping into a government role, saying she is ready to help lead the...