The provincial government of Quezon, under the leadership of Governor Doktora Angelina Helen Tan, has unveiled an enhanced tourism campaign to position the province as the premier agri-tourism hub in the Calabarzon region by 2030. The campaign, titled “Tara Na Sa Quezon,” was relaunched through a two-day agri-tourism familiarization tour featuring both established and emerging…
Quezon City’s Veterinary Department confirmed on August 15 that no cases of ASF or other diseases have been detected in pigs brought into the city, ensuring that the roasted pigs sold in La Loma are safe for consumption. Inspector Paul Patinio emphasized that the department conducts round-the-clock inspections, thoroughly examining the quality and smell of…
QUEZON CITY, (PIA) — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and iAcademy have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to create murals that will showcase iconic films from the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) as part of the celebration of its 50th anniversary this year. Under the partnership, iAcademy students will paint the murals featuring…
QUEZON CITY, (PIA) — The Valenzuela City government recognized on Monday the frontline responders and rescuers who worked during the onslaught of Typhoon Carina. During the city’s flag ceremony on Monday, Mayor Weslie “Wes” Gatchalian led the distribution of certificates commending the frontline personnel. “Tayo po ay tunay na mapalad na mayroong mga indibidwal na talagang…
“The speed of vehicles included in the parade will be 6 kilometers per hour to give the public the chance to see the Philippine Olympic team. Stop-and-go traffic scheme will be implemented and approximate time for the parade is about 45 minutes,” he said during a press conference. He also said that the float carrying…
MANILA (PIA) — Weeks after typhoon “Carina” (international name: Gaemi) submerged Metro Manila and its adjoining regions, the Mandaluyong City government has stepped up its clean-up and declogging operations that would involve residents in the flood-prone areas. Dubbed the “Palit Basura Para sa Pagkain sa Mesa” (Trash-for-Food) program, Vice Mayor Menchie Abalos renewed calls on local folks…
KAWIT, CAVITE (PIA) – The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) is conducting sensory testing in municipalities of Cavite with coastal areas of Cavite City, Noveleta, Rosario, Tanza, and Naic. The testing was conducted after the degree of petrochemicals was reported in random fishes caught in the area. After the testing, fish samples from…
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (PIA) — The grand launch of the Higalaay Festival on August 2 at Rio de Oro Boulevard drew thousands of Kagay-anons, with the event placing a strong emphasis on unity and friendship as vital foundations for the city’s growth and prosperity. “Tungod sa atong panag-uban, nahimo kitang mas competitive, tungod sa…
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna (PIA) – The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) Region IV-A reported a jail congestion rate of 591 percent, down from 676 percent based on last year’s figures. In his presentation during the Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas episode with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and its attached…
National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) Regional Director PMGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez, Jr. on Tuesday, August 6, will present the significant accomplishments of the law enforcement agency in maintaining enhanced peace and order in Metro Manila. In the 11th Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas (KBP) Media Forum, Nartatez will highlight the continuous implementation of the…
