Provincial News

24 LGUs cited for improving delivery of basic education

MANILA -- Some 24 cities and municipalities were recognized for their efforts in improving the delivery of basic education to their constituents. The 24 local government units (LGUs) are: Alimodan, Iloilo; Argao,...

Negros Occidental upbeat on DA chief’s declaration of support

BACOLOD CITY – Negros Occidental Governor Alfredo Marañon Jr. is upbeat in the declaration of support by Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel Piñol to the province’s agriculture sector, including the sugar industry. Governor Alfredo...

E. Visayas 2016 economic growth highest in decade – NEDA

PALO, Leyte -- Poverty-stricken Eastern Visayas region achieved a decade-high economic gains in 2016, the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) said in its State of the Region Address released Friday. Aside from...

No Japanese encephalitis outbreak in Pampanga: DOH

CLARK FREEPORT, Pampanga -- The Department of Health (DOH) on Friday asked the public not to worry as there is no Japanese encephalitis outbreak in Pampanga and anywhere in the country. Ma....

DepEd support sought for religious events of Dinagyang fest

ILOILO CITY -- The San Jose Parish church handling the religious activities of the annual Dinagyang Festival is asking the support of the Department of Education (DepEd) to heighten the religiosity...

P651.66-B investment program for Region 8 approved

TACLOBAN CITY -- The Regional Development Council (RDC) of Eastern Visayas has approved on Friday the PHP651.66 billion 2017-2022 Regional Development Investment Program (RDIP) after months of drafting and series of...

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