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January 13, 2024 The Central Pangasinan branch of the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (Cenro) is championing the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) to foster clean energy and enhance air quality. This initiative was highlighted during the recent inauguration of an electric vehicle charging station at SM Center Mall, led by Cenro ecosystem management […]

January 12, 2024 The idyllic island of Boracay, located in the Malay town of Aklan, has become a crucial sanctuary for several endangered turtle species. Joanette Opeda from the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) Boracay, under the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), highlighted the island’s significant role in biodiversity conservation. “Boracay’s

January 11, 2024 CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – Misamis Oriental is poised to revolutionize its agricultural sector through a strategic partnership with the Indonesian government, focusing on the implementation of cutting-edge agricultural technologies. Provincial Board Member Rey Buhisan announced on Thursday that a delegation of Indonesian agricultural experts is scheduled to visit Misamis Oriental in

January 10, 2024 BAGUIO CITY – The local administration has sounded an alarm over a gastroenteritis outbreak, with a startling 1,602 cases reported by Wednesday afternoon since the holiday season. Mayor Benjamin Magalong, in a live-streamed “Ugnayan” briefing, announced the outbreak, underscoring the urgency of the situation. Data from the local government unit (LGU) reveals that approximately

January 9, 2024 – BACOLOD CITY – The provincial government of Negros Occidental is embarking on an ambitious project to transform the Mambukal Resort and Wildlife Sanctuary in Murcia into an eco-conscious, world-class destination. This initiative aims to elevate the resort’s status while significantly boosting tourism in the region. Recent announcements reveal plans to upgrade the resort’s

January 8, 2024 In December 2023, the Ilocos Region of the Philippines experienced a notable decline in inflation, easing to 2.3 percent from the previous month’s 2.9 percent. This decrease, primarily attributed to reduced price increases in food and alcoholic beverages, signifies a positive shift in the region’s economic landscape. Sheila de Guzman, the Regional

January 5, 2024 Sagada, a picturesque town in Mountain Province, has witnessed a remarkable increase in tourism, thanks to improvements in public transport, accommodations, and dining options. The tourist count in Sagada soared to 108,059 from January 1 to November 30, 2023, nearly doubling from 48,761 in the entire year of 2022. While the figures

January 4, 2024 The local government of Dumaguete City has dedicated PHP2.1 million to ensure that young children, as well as pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, receive nourishing food and fresh milk. City Nutrition Officer Delia Serion announced on Thursday that this initiative aims to improve the health and nutrition of these vulnerable groups. Starting next

MAMBURAO, Occidental Mindoro – The Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to roll out a nationwide beekeeping initiative, following the success of a pilot program in Occidental Mindoro aimed at boosting honey production for both local livelihood and international markets. DA Undersecretary Deogracias Victor Savellano, in a recent interview, shared that the initiative initially focused