Fire in Tacloban; quakes in Hernani
No one injured in the separate incidents
TACLOBAN CITY – A massive fire and a series of earthquakes have left residents of this city and in Hernani, Eastern Samar reeling from devastation and fear.
About 78...
Gov. Evardone sees anti-poverty programs as key factor
Among provinces with fast growth
TACLOBAN CITY – Eastern Samar’s inclusion among the country’s fastest-growing provinces is largely attributed to the various anti-poverty programs implemented by the provincial government, Governor Ben Evardone said.
As he prepares...
Heavy rains trigger suspension of classes, flooding in EV
Due to shear line
TACLOBAN CITY – Continuous heavy rains brought by the shear line across Eastern Visayas have led to widespread flooding and class suspensions in several provinces.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management...
Tingog kicks off Congress bid
Aiming for 3 congressional seats
PALO, Leyte – The Tingog party-list reaffirmed its commitment to public service and legislative action as it formally launched its bid for additional seats in this year’s midterm elections under...
Cruise ship visits to EV on the rise
Part of DOT’s cruise tourism campaign
TACLOBAN CITY – The Department of Tourism (DOT) in the region has announced that at least three cruise ships are expected to visit Eastern Visayas this year, marking a...
Over 170 ex-NPA rebels seek amnesty
Program seen to end EV insurgency problem
TACLOBAN CITY – The Local Amnesty Board (LAB) in Catbalogan City has reported that 172 former members of the New People’s Army (NPA) have applied for the national...