Congratulations Batch 2023
Warm and bright greetings to all graduates of 2023, from elementary, secondary, college, and graduate schools. While this may be an ordinary day for some living in abundance due to the support of parents and guardians, for many, it is a successful culmination despite...
Specialty Center in the Island
The proposal of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (Provincial Board) to convince the relevant authorities to establish a "Specialty Center" in the province of Catanduanes is commendable, especially if the proposed law on this program is implemented.Based on the proposed law that has passed both houses...
This Has to End – Frequent Brownout in the Province During Summer Season
Ever since the summer season began in the Philippines, there was never a day where there are no recorded power outages. Although this is nothing new to the people of Catanduanes, thy are quite noticeable given the circumstances. On regular days, 3, 6,...
Maharlika investment Expectations
Some minority legislators are calling off planned Supreme Court cases challenging the constitutionality of the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) once President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. signs it into law.Marcos certified the "necessity of immediate enactment" of Senate Bill 2020 in a letter to Senate President...
Setback for Abaca fiber
The entire week-long abaca celebration was a success for those who received their awards and enjoyed watching the street dancing competition, float parade, abaca stripping, and other competitions that gave color to the festival.Despite several obstacles and concerns regarding the falling price of Abaca...
Delimas’ dilemma
Another case completed; one more to go. Former Senator Leila de Lima moved closer to temporary release – and potentially full freedom – after the Muntinlupa Regional Trial Court Branch 204 absolved her of drug charges last week. RTC Judge Abraham Joseph Alcantara stated...
Safety during Holy Week
Domestic flights are getting fully filled as people swarm to the provincial bus depots and inter-island ferry terminals. People are once again able to travel for the Holy Week vacation for the first time since the outbreak.The journeys must be as secure as possible,...
The Ultimate Aim and Reward of Lent
Lent is the 40-day period within the church calendar (beginning with Ash Wednesday and ending on Easter Sunday) that focuses on the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus and culminates in the joy and celebration of His resurrection. A concise and wonderfully articulated description of...
Salute to All Women
“Inspiring”, that is how an article on Facebook described all women this Women’s Month. Aside from this, the tagline for this year’s celebration states that women are WOMEN and not JUST WOMEN....
Role of Women in Our Society
March is Women’s History Month, marks the annual observance of International Women’s Day. Since it began in 1909, this month has celebrated the accomplishments of women. This year, as we remain in the throes of the ongoing global pandemic, the role of women in our...