DOH Bicol Reports 6 Fireworks-Related Injuries as of December 25, 2024
The Department of Health (DOH) Bicol has reported a total of six fireworks-related injuries (FWRI) as of December 25, 2024. These incidents occurred across various towns in Albay and Camarines Sur, with injuries ranging from blast/burn to eye injuries caused by improvised fireworks.Albay –...
DBM Secretary Highlights Role of COS and JO Workers, Announces Key Benefits
Manila, Philippines – In a recent article for the Manila Bulletin, Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman underscored the vital contributions of Contract of Service (COS) and Job Order (JO) workers in achieving the government’s Agenda for Prosperity.Secretary Pangandaman lauded...
CatSU Receives Prestigious ICONS 2024 Award for Internationalization and Sustainability
Catanduanes State University (CatSU) proudly added another accolade to its name as it received the esteemed Internationalization Champions of Nation-Building and Sustainability (ICONS) 2024 Award from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). The awarding ceremony took place on December 16, 2024, at the Philippine...
LGUs and Offices of Catanduanes Shine at the 13th Salud Bikolnon Awards
The Provincial Government of Catanduanes proudly celebrated the outstanding achievements of local government units (LGUs) and their respective offices during the 13th Salud Bikolnon Awards, led by the Department of Health (DOH).This recognition highlights their unwavering contributions to public health in the Bicol Region....
Gov. Joseph Cua Calls for Ceasefire Amidst Political Criticism Over Relief Operations
Virac, Catanduanes – Governor Joseph Cua has called for a ceasefire in the political criticism surrounding the province's relief operations following Typhoon Pepito’s devastation. In an interview with Radyo Peryodiko, the governor urged critics to reserve negative comments for the election period to avoid...
Catanduanes Officially Declared Insurgency-Free Province
VIRAC, CATANDUANES – The island province of Catanduanes has achieved a historic milestone, officially declaring itself insurgency-free during a ceremony held on December 3, 2024, at the Provincial Capitol Dome. This achievement marks a significant step forward in the province's pursuit of internal peace...
COMELEC Virac Launches Automated Counting Machine Roadshow for 2025 Elections
The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) in Virac successfully launched the Automated Counting Machine (ACM) Roadshow Kick-off Presentation today at the PSA Conference Hall as part of preparations for the upcoming May 12, 2025, National and Local Elections.The roadshow aims to familiarize the public and...
First Impeachment Complaint Filed Against VP Sara Duterte in Congress
Civil society organizations, religious leaders, sectoral representatives, and families of tokhang victims have formally filed the first-ever impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte in the House of Representatives.The complaint outlines four main grounds for impeachment: culpable violation of the Constitution, graft and corruption,...
₱1 Million Cash Assistance from Davao City Government Turned Over to Catanduanes
Virac, Catanduanes – The City Government of Davao extended a helping hand to Catanduanes, officially turning over ₱1 million in cash assistance to the Provincial Government on Tuesday.This financial aid is intended to support recovery efforts in areas severely affected by Typhoon Kristine last...