Visayas

The recently unveiled PHP10 million lighthouse at the commercial port in Cadiz City, is described by Mayor Salvador Escalante Jr. as a ‘beacon of hope’ for the city’s flourishing economy.

Strengthening collaboration on various programs, the Department of Agriculture in Western Visayas and Negros Occidental’s provincial government prioritize initiatives to ensure food security among Negrenses.

Iloilo City Government earmarks PHP159.7 million for the construction of additional school buildings this year.

Sibalom Water District gears up to establish a new pumping station in response to the El Niño phenomenon.

Eastern Visayas benefits from the Doctors to the Barrios program by the Department of Health, reinforcing health services in rural communities.

The National Food Authority assures ample rice buffer stock despite the El Niño-induced dry spell.

Bantay Dagat personnel in Sipalay City, Negros Occidental, released 53 sea turtle hatchlings discovered at a beach resort.

Canlaon City, Negros Oriental shines at the Sinulog Festival in Cebu City, claiming multiple prizes during Sunday’s celebration.

Bacolod City government is set to break ground on new condominium-type housing projects in mid-February, contributing to the Pambansang Pabahay sa Pilipino Housing Program.

A multipurpose cooperative in the municipality of Barbaza, Antique has embarked on value-adding of its agricultural produce with support coming from different government agencies and is now producing ‘Deliciously Healthy,’ providing its members with higher income.