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10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Minor, 3 men arrested in middle of shabu session in Muntinlupa A minor and three men were arrested by the police while having a shabu session in Muntinlupa on March 9. They were nabbed during an anti-drug operation at about 10:30 p.m. conducted by Muntinlupa Police’s Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) at Southville 3 housing project in Barangay Poblacion. The four suspects ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/minor-3-men-arrested-in-middle-of-shabu-session-in-muntinlupa/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=minor-3-men-arrested-in-middle-of-shabu-session-in-muntinlupa | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Laoag-Cebu direct flights to start in May LAOAG CITY (PNA) – Direct flights between this city and Cebu are expected to start in May in time for Ilocos Norte’s month-long fiesta celebration. Provincial tourism officer Aianree Raquel confirmed this in an interview on Friday, March 10, after Philippine Airlines (PAL) President Capt. Stanley Ng visited Ilocos Norte recently. ...

LAOAG CITY (PNA) – Direct flights between this city and Cebu are expected to start in May in time for Ilocos Norte’s month-long fiesta celebration. Provincial tourism officer Aianree Raquel confirmed this in an interview on Friday, March 10, after Philippine Airlines (PAL) President Capt. Stanle...

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Marikina LGU lights up ‘Marikit’ statue for Women’s Month The famous “Marikit” statue at the Marikina River Park was lit up on Wednesday, March 8, in celebration of National Women’s Month and International Women’s Day. The 20-foot high statue is a monument crafted and named after a local folklore story of a generous, affluent woman, known for her beauty ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/marikina-lgu-lights-up-marikit-statue-for-womens-month/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=marikina-lgu-lights-up-marikit-statue-for-womens-month | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Mayor Along supports Caloocan athlete who will join 2023 ASEAN Para Games Caloocan City Mayor Dale Gonzalo “Along” Malapitan has expressed full support and provided assistance to the city resident who will participate in the 2023 Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) Para Games which will be held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia in June. The city government, through the Persons with ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/mayor-along-supports-caloocan-athlete-who-will-join-2023-asean-para-games/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mayor-along-supports-caloocan-athlete-who-will-join-2023-asean-para-games | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Charter change ‘untimely’ — Senator Imee Marcos TAYABAS CITY, Quezon – For Senator Imee Marcos the idea of amending the constitution is not appropriate in this time when there are many urgent matters that must be prioritized. In an interview on Friday, March 10, during Buntis Day celebration in St. Jude Hotel in this city where she ...

TAYABAS CITY, Quezon – For Senator Imee Marcos the idea of amending the constitution is not appropriate in this time when there are many urgent matters that must be prioritized. In an interview on Friday, March 10, during Buntis Day celebration in St. Jude Hotel in this city where she was the gue

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | MPT South’s ‘Bayani Ka Activity Book’ wins Anvil Award The Public Relations Society of the Philippines recognized the Metro Pacific Tollways (MPT) South’s “Bayani Ka Activity Book” at the 58th Anvil Awards held at Newport City on Wednesday, March 8. The MPT South Bayani Ka Acitvity Book was hailed as an outstanding public relations (PR) program under the category ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/mpt-souths-bayani-ka-activity-book-wins-anvil-award/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mpt-souths-bayani-ka-activity-book-wins-anvil-award | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Police net over P400K worth of illegal drugs in Marikina, Pasig buy-busts Over P400,000 worth of suspected illegal drugs were seized by operatives of the Eastern Police District (EPD) in two separate buy-bust operations in the cities of Pasig and Marikina on March 9. Police from the EPD’s District Drug Enforcement Unit (DDEU) arrested two men for selling and possession of illegal ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/police-net-over-p400k-worth-of-illegal-drugs-in-marikina-pasig-buy-busts/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=police-net-over-p400k-worth-of-illegal-drugs-in-marikina-pasig-buy-busts | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | QC LGU to host Earth Hour 2023 in PH The Quezon City government announced on Friday, March 10, that it will host the celebration of Earth Hour 2023 in the country on March 25. “Local Government Units like Quezon City play a big part in raising awareness about the threats of climate change among our constituents. That’s why every ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/qc-lgu-to-host-earth-hour-2023-in-ph/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=qc-lgu-to-host-earth-hour-2023-in-ph | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Parañaque to setup DSWD satellite office Parañaque 1st District Representative Edwin Olivarez announced that the local government will have a meeting with Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian to discuss the installation of the agency’s satellite office in the city. Olivarez made the announcement during the payout of financial assistance to 200 ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/paranaque-to-setup-dswd-satellite-office/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=paranaque-to-setup-dswd-satellite-office | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Makati LGU to launch ‘Tik-Talk with Mayora Abby’ to address citizens’ concerns The Makati City local government will launch a new program called “Tik-Talk with Mayora Abby” which will give Makatizens the chance to discuss their concerns with Mayor Abby Binay in person. Binay said the program will be launched on March 27 and will allow her to personally answer the queries ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/makati-lgu-to-launch-tik-talk-with-mayora-abby-to-address-citizens-concerns/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=makati-lgu-to-launch-tik-talk-with-mayora-abby-to-address-citizens-concerns | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Manila library trains 111 female senior citizens in computer, smartphone use The Manila City Library (MCL) conducted its Digital Literacy Program for 111 female senior citizens in the city on Thursday, March 9, in celebration of National Women’s Month. Digital Literacy Program is a two-hour training session conducted to introduce senior citizens to internet, smartphone, and computer use. The elderly were ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/manila-library-trains-111-female-senior-citizens-in-computer-smartphone-use/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=manila-library-trains-111-female-senior-citizens-in-computer-smartphone-use | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | PCG: Retrieval operation for Cessna plane crash victims in Isabela challenging DIVILACAN, Isabela – The Philippine Coast Guard sees the retrieval operation for the bodies of the six Cessna plane crash victims in this province as a challenge due to the terrain of the crash site in Barangay Ditarum here. “Matatarik na bundok at napakahirap tawiring ilog (We are facing steep ...

DIVILACAN, Isabela – The Philippine Coast Guard sees the retrieval operation for the bodies of the six Cessna plane crash victims in this province as a challenge due to the terrain of the crash site in Barangay Ditarum here. “Matatarik na bundok at napakahirap tawiring ilog (We are facing steep ...

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Indian nabbed for robbery, illegal possession of fi****ms in QC Quezon City Police District (QCPD) personnel arrested an Indian national for a foiled robbery attempt and illegal possession of fi****ms in Quezon City on Thursday, March 9. Maj. Don Don Llapitan, QCPD Criminal Investigation and Detection Unit (CIDU) commander, identified the suspect as Jagdeep Singh Brar, 30, of Barangay Batasan ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/indian-nabbed-for-robbery-illegal-possession-of-fi****ms-in-qc/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=indian-nabbed-for-robbery-illegal-possession-of-fi****ms-in-qc | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Angono LGU needs a registered pharmacist The municipal government of Angono, Rizal is looking for a registered pharmacist for a project-based program. In a post on its social media pages, the Angono local government unit said the successful applicant shall receive a daily salary of P1,000 should he or she qualifies. Interested applicants may send their resume to ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/angono-lgu-needs-a-registered-pharmacist/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=angono-lgu-needs-a-registered-pharmacist | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | PRO 2 participates in first quarter nationwide quake drill TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan – The Police Regional Office 2 (Cagayan Valley) and Bureau of Fire Protection participated in the first quarter National Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) in Camp Marcelo Adduru here on Thursday, March 9. Police observed the duck, cover, and hold technique. While on alert for potential threats, they ...

TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan – The Police Regional Office 2 (Cagayan Valley) and Bureau of Fire Protection participated in the first quarter National Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) in Camp Marcelo Adduru here on Thursday, March 9. Police observed the duck, cover, and hold technique. While on

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | 4-year-old boy killed in Makati fire A 4-year-old boy died while a 20-year-old woman was injured after a fire hit a residential area in General Malvar St., Barangay South Cembo, Makati City early Friday morning, March 10. The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) said the fire started at 1:07 a.m. and reached the third alarm at ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/4-year-old-boy-killed-in-makati-fire/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=4-year-old-boy-killed-in-makati-fire | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Man kills OFW partner’s 4 kids before committing su***de in Cavite CAVITE – A man reportedly killed his partner’s four children before committing su***de in Barangay Cabuco, Trece Martires City, on Thursday, March 9. In a statement, Trece Martires City Police Station (CPS) chief Lt. Col. Jonathan A. Asnan said the victims were three girls aged 14, 10, and eight, and ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/man-kills-ofw-partners-4-kids-before-committing-su***de-in-cavite/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=man-kills-ofw-partners-4-kids-before-committing-su***de-in-cavite | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

10/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Muntinlupa LGU, LandBank sign MOU for more e-payment options The Muntinlupa City government and the Land Bank of the Philippines signed an agreement to facilitate e-payment services for various programs. Muntinlupa Mayor Ruffy Biazon and Land Bank of the Philippines (LBP) Senior Vice President for Digital Banking Sector Leila Martin inked a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will open ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/10/muntinlupa-lgu-landbank-sign-mou-for-more-e-payment-options/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=muntinlupa-lgu-landbank-sign-mou-for-more-e-payment-options | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

09/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Dagupan City to host DILG’s ‘Buhay Ingatan, Droga’y Ayawan’ fun run in April DAGUPAN CITY — Around 10,000 runners from the entire Region 1, including government officials, celebrities, brand ambassadors and stakeholders are joining the ‘Buhay Ingatan, Droga’y Ayawan (BIDA) Fun Run’ set in April this year. Venue of the fun run that is part of the anti-illegal drugs advocacy of the Department ...

DAGUPAN CITY -- Around 10,000 runners from the entire Region 1, including government officials, celebrities, brand ambassadors and stakeholders are joining the ‘Buhay Ingatan, Droga'y Ayawan (BIDA) Fun Run’ set in April this year. Venue of the fun run that is part of the anti-illegal drugs advoc...

09/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Bike shop robber nabbed in QC The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) arrested a man who allegedly stole over P100,000 worth of various items in a bike shop in Barangay Talipapa, Quezon City early Wednesday morning, March 8. Lt. Col. Mark Janis Ballesteros, QCPD Talipapa Station (PS 3) commander, identified the suspect as Joseph Boa Sabugo, ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/09/bike-shop-robber-nabbed-in-qc/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bike-shop-robber-nabbed-in-qc | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

09/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Antipolo high school students undergo seminar on drug abuse prevention The Antipolo City local government held a drug abuse prevention seminar for high school students on Thursday, March 9, aimed at increasing the youth’s awareness on the negative effects of illegal drugs. On his official page, Antipolo City Mayor Jun Ynares posted photos of the seminar held at Bagong ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/09/antipolo-high-school-students-undergo-seminar-on-drug-abuse-prevention/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=antipolo-high-school-students-undergo-seminar-on-drug-abuse-prevention | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

09/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | 4 women arrested for stealing phones from Chinese national Four women were arrested for allegedly stealing mobile phones from a Chinese national inside a Korean mart at Bonifacio Global City in Taguig on March 8. The victim was identified as Yuanchun Qin, female. According to the police, the arrested suspects are Wheng Ramos, 30; Angeline Conde, 30; Jerikha ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/09/4-women-arrested-for-stealing-phones-from-chinese-national/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=4-women-arrested-for-stealing-phones-from-chinese-national | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

09/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Masungi welcomes postponement of plans for BuCor site in georeserve The Masungi Georeserve Foundation said on Thursday, March 9, that it has welcomed the temporary suspension of the planned development of Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) facilities in Lot 10 of the georeserve. In a press release, the foundation referred to the statement of BuCor Director-General Gregorio Catapang Jr. during the ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/09/masungi-welcomes-postponement-of-plans-for-bucor-site-in-georeserve/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=masungi-welcomes-postponement-of-plans-for-bucor-site-in-georeserve | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

09/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Parañaque Mayor Olivarez leads earthquake drill The Parañaque City government participated in the conduct of simultaneous earthquake drill on Thursday, March 9. Mayor Eric Olivarez said around 900 employees at the Parañaque City Hall participated in the simulation and evacuation exercises. Olivarez said 100 Gender and Development (GAD) members, who were conducting plan and budget formulation ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/09/paranaque-mayor-olivarez-leads-earthquake-drill/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=paranaque-mayor-olivarez-leads-earthquake-drill | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

09/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Dr. Filemon C. Aguilar Memorial College marks 25th founding anniversary The Dr. Filemon C. Aguilar Memorial College (DFCAM) of Las Piñas established by former Mayor Vergel “Nene” Aguilar celebrated its 25th founding anniversary on Wednesday, March 8. Mayor Imelda Aguilar, chairman of the board of trustees, said the former mayor established the school in 1998 to give the city residents free ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/09/dr-filemon-c-aguilar-memorial-college-marks-25th-founding-anniversary/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dr-filemon-c-aguilar-memorial-college-marks-25th-founding-anniversary | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

09/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | 5,000 employees participate in Pasay LGU earthquake drill Around 5,000 employees of the Pasay City government joined the National Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) held by the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) on Thursday, March 9. Mayor Emi Calixto-Rubiano led the face-to-face simulation drill, which aims to strengthen the capacities of all sectors to reduce the risks and impacts ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/09/5000-employees-participate-in-pasay-lgu-earthquake-drill/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=5000-employees-participate-in-pasay-lgu-earthquake-drill | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

09/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | 2 hurt in Tondo, Manila fire Two persons were injured in a fire that hit a residential area in Tondo, Manila on Thursday, March 9. Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/09/2-hurt-in-tondo-manila-fire/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2-hurt-in-tondo-manila-fire | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

09/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Two cops who saved hostage victims to get citation from Antipolo LGU Two policemen, one of whom was wounded during a hostage taking incident in Antipolo City on Tuesday, March 7, will be recognized by the city government for their bravery. Antipolo City Chief of Police, Lt. Col. June Paolo Abrazado told the Manila Bulletin that City Mayor Casimiro “Junjun” Ynares III will ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/09/two-cops-who-saved-hostage-victims-to-get-citation-from-antipolo-lgu-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=two-cops-who-saved-hostage-victims-to-get-citation-from-antipolo-lgu-2 | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

09/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Pasig LGU readies local gender and development agenda In a bid to improve policies that uphold women’s rights and gender equality in Pasig City, stakeholders in the local government met to discuss and prepare its local gender and development (GAD) agenda. Members of the GAD Executive Committee and Technical Working Group (TWG) conducted a three-day seminar on March ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/09/pasig-lgu-readies-local-gender-and-development-agenda/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pasig-lgu-readies-local-gender-and-development-agenda | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/

09/03/2023

(via Manila Bulletin) | Las Piñas LGU rolls out programs on cancer awareness The Las Piñas City government, through the City Health Office (CHO), has rolled out several programs advocating cancer awareness in time for the celebration of National Women’s Month this March. Mayor Imelda Aguilar said the CHO is offering free Zumba classes to be held on Friday, March 10, that will cater ... Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/03/09/las-pinas-lgu-rolls-out-programs-on-cancer-awareness/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=las-pinas-lgu-rolls-out-programs-on-cancer-awareness | Listen to Radio Live: https://onlineradiobox.com/ph/zxpnnewstalk/