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LCPO gets an acting city director
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The Lapu-Lapu City Police Office (LCPO) has a new acting city director following the promotion and transfer of Police Colonel Elmer Lim to another region. This was confirmed by Police Lieutenant Colonel Christian Torres, spokesperson for the LCPO. Torres stated that Police Colonel Noel Flores, the current Deputy Regional Director for.....»»
Locked in: UE star rookie Casiey Dongallo dispels transfer rumors after 6-game skid
UE super rookie Casiey Dongallo quickly shuts down fast-swirling rumors of her looming exit from the Lady Warriors despite going through a lengthy six-game losing streak.....»»
DA chief orders transfer of suspended NFA supervisors’ authority
The transfer of authority of suspended warehouse supervisors of the National Food Authority has been ordered by Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. yesterday as NFA facilities remain closed amid the suspension order of the Office of the Ombudsman......»»
DENR launches mobile game app for biodiversity conservation
Only P4 billion of the P25 billion needed to fund biodiversity conservation was allotted under this year’s budget, according to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources......»»
Road from Barangays Bisitahan to Bonga constructed
A road has been recently constructed which is allotted from the General Appropriations Act (GAA) FY 2023 from Barangays Bisitahan to Bonga in the Municipality of Tarangnan, said Samar First DEO......»»
P35 million allotted for Araw ng Dabaw
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 27 February)—The City Government of Davao has allocated P35 million for this year’s Araw ng Dabaw, P8 million more than last year’s celebration, a city councilor said. Councilor Myrna Dalodo-Ortiz, who chairs the finance, ways and means and appropriations committee, said that the city government’s allocation for the annual event includes […].....»»
P120 million allotted for new NLEX interchange in Pampanga
Up to P120 million has been allocated by the Department of Budget and Management for the construction of a new interchange of the North Luzon Expressway in Sto. Tomas, Pampanga.....»»
P35 million allotted for OFWs affected by Japan quake
The Department of Migrant Workers has allotted some P35 million in financial and other assistance for overseas Filipino workers affected by the deadly earthquake in Japan......»»
Zamora allots P33.9 million for San Juan children
San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora, in his State of the Children Address yesterday, reported that the local government allotted over P33.9 million or 12.42 percent of the city’s annual budget to fund programs and services for the children......»»
Govt. to boost agri, fishery sectors
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday underscored the need to address the systemic issues plaguing Philippine agriculture for years due to the longstanding neglect of this sector. During his speech at the 70th anniversary of the Federation of Free Farmers (FFF) in Quezon City, Marcos Jr said the welfare of farmers and fisherfolk has been forgotten for decades, dating back to the inception of agricultural reform during his father and namesake's tenure. "We have a significant amount of work ahead of us because we need to fix the entire agricultural system that has been neglected for a long time, perhaps since the start of agricultural reform, during (the late President Ferdinand Marcos Sr.'s) time," Marcos Jr. said. "Now, many changes have occurred, the world has changed, and it has revolved several times. Therefore, we need to examine the needs of our farmers and fishermen to improve their lives because we often hear that we need to increase our yield, improve our harvest, and our productivity," he added. The latest data from the Philippine Statistics Authority showed that agricultural production in the country decreased by 1.3 percent during the year's second quarter. The figures unveiled by the PSA showed that the production value in agriculture and fisheries, calculated at constant 2018 prices, totaled P427.69 billion, a decline from the P433.10 billion recorded during the same period the previous year. Minimum wages for agricultural laborers in the Philippines vary by region, ranging from P306 in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao to P573 in the National Capital Region. These wage rates, determined by tripartite boards, differ based on the specific region. “But let's not forget that the livelihood of our farmers and fishermen should also be taken care of and improved because that is our goal for all our farmers and fishermen,” Marcos said. Marcos emphasized the pressing need for his administration to boost the agricultural sector, with more than P92 billion set aside for upcoming agri-fisheries projects next year. Additionally, the Department of Agriculture has allotted P4.73 billion to improve large-scale agriculture and fishery mechanization and modernization, aiming to decrease post-harvest losses and cost-effectively enhance farmers' yields. However, the President underlined the enormity of the task ahead and called upon the public for their support and collaboration. "So, this is a massive task. That's why we need your help because the government alone cannot do all of this. We need your diligence, we need your advice because you are the ones facing the problems in agriculture that we are going through now,” Marcos said. “Rest assured, your government is here to do everything in its power to assist our farmers in producing a bountiful harvest, catching enough fish for our fellow citizens, and selling these products at prices affordable to our people,” Marcos added. The post Govt. to boost agri, fishery sectors appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Bulacan eyes mobile water treatment plant
Botolan, Zambales — The Department of Science and Technology is set to provide a Mobile Water Treatment Plant to the Bulacan Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office. According to DoST provincial director Angelita Parungao, the project has an allotted budget of P3 million under the Programang Community Empowerment through Science and Technology. She added that the MWTP can treat water sourced from flood, from underground, and rain to make it into potable drinking water. She said that it can treat 500 liters of water in an hour. The MWTP sits atop a fabricated four-wheeler trailer designed to be hauled by a four-wheel light vehicle. The DoST showed the detailed features and components of the MWTP at the Science Centrum and Product Bazaar during the Regional Science, Technology and Innovation Week here in Botolan. Some of the major components of the MWTP are the media filtration system, water softening system, ultrafiltration system, reverse osmosis system, and post disinfection and filtration system. The media filtration system removes all hard objects mixed in with the water such as rocks, iron, chlorine and other organic materials while the water softening system removes the hardness-causing calcium and magnesium materials from the water via an ion exchange process. The system softens the water for drinking. Meantime, the ultrafiltration uses pressure on the water to destroy semi-permeable membrane of dirty water mixed in with the water while the reverse osmosis system purifies the quality of water while the post disinfection and filtration system stop the entry of dirt on the purified water and remove any materials foreign to the water. The MWTP has its own supply of electricity coming from a generator set if it gets taken to a remote area where the electricity lines are not available during a calamity. It can also be connected to a local power provider or power distribution utility if there is electricity in the area. PDRRMO head Manuel Lukban said that having an MWTP is a big help by the national government through the efforts of the DoST. He added that the MWTP will help ensure that potable drinking water will be available to those affected by calamities. The post Bulacan eyes mobile water treatment plant appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Boracay Water allots P108 million for free sewer connections
Boracay Island Water Co. has allotted P108 million to level up sanitation and sustainability in the premier island destination......»»
Maynilad to spend P1.14 billion for Putatan plant upgrade
West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services Inc. (Maynilad) has allotted around P1.14 billion to further upgrade the treatment processes of its Putatan Water Treatment Plants (PWTP) 1 and 2 in Muntinlupa City......»»
FEU holds all – harp concert
The FEU (Far Eastern University) Center for the Arts is holding an all-harp concert as part of its 2023-2024 season. Featuring 12 Filipino harpists led by Madeline Jane Banta, “Tutti Harpi” is slated for 9 October at 5 p.m. at the FEU Auditorium in Sampaloc, Manila. The concert will feature a variety of musical pieces from classical to modern Filipino pop performed by Banta, Abraham “Abe” Acala, Darren Angelo Uy, Doreen Angela Uy, Christian Lorenzo Cordero Caragayan, Eliza Tabitha, James Ajoc, Karen Agabin, Micah Luy, Paola Espeleta-De Leon, Ryan Villamor and Vien Ignacio. The show will also include the special participation of the FEU Dance Company and the FEU Chorale. This concert is on a first-come-first-served basis with only 200 seats allotted for guests outside the FEU community. The post FEU holds all – harp concert appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Lawmaker open to create oversight panel for confidential funds
A key economist-official of the House of Representatives expressed openness to creating a “special oversight committee” to monitor billions of pesos allotted to government agencies in CIF or confidential and intelligence funds......»»
SUC group laments P4-B budget cut
Two members of the House of Representatives yesterday joined the Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges in calling for an increase in the P21.69-billion budget it was allotted after the Department of Budget and Management recommended a cut in its original request. PASUC originally asked for a P25.8-billion budget but this was slashed by the DBM by over P4 billion in the P5.768-trillion National Expenditure Program it submitted to Congress for fiscal year 2024. Representatives Raoul Manuel and Mark Go joined PASUC officials in calling for an increase in the budget for state universities and colleges during the hearing on the group’s budget at the House. PASUC president Dr. Tirso Ronquillo told lawmakers the DBM trimmed their projected budget to P21.69 billion even as they expect to enroll 1,803,359 student-beneficiaries under the government’s free higher education program. “Our projection is based on our projected enrollment and the current tuition at each SUC. We factored in an increase in enrollment [as a] rule of thumb,” Ronquillo said. Manuel noted that as the government allots a big chunk of the national budget for infrastructure projects, the funding for state universities and colleges always takes a back seat. “They were not as blessed compared to other agencies,” he said. He said that while the government needs to fund infrastructure projects for their “long-term multiplier effects,” it should not be at the expense of education which has enduring benefits for future generations. Stand on own feet Manuel urged PASUC to provide greater assistance to students to alleviate the financial strain on them arising from supplementary expenses, including campus services, dorm fees and food. While universities can devise policies and guidelines to prioritize those students who could be accommodated in their dormitories, Ronquilo said that students must also learn to stand on their own feet. “While it’s really good to support the education of our students, I think we also have to teach our students social responsibility,” Manuel emphasized. Go, however, asked PASUC not to see the P4.16-billion deficit as a budget cut, but rather as an alternative means to align with the government’s allotted expenditure for the provisions of free education to students. “I would like to suggest to all SUCs to look at your income and see how you can fill the gap if there is any after the budget is approved,” Go said. The post SUC group laments P4-B budget cut appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Our team
The 19th Asian Games have yet to start, but Gilas Pilipinas is already winning the hearts and minds of Filipinos. Gilas coach Tim Cone swept local fans off their feet when he allowed them to watch their joint training session with the Gilas Women team last Thursday at the PhilSports Arena. After their workout, San Miguel Corporation director Alfrancis Chua gave the fans five minutes to have their pictures taken with their basketball idols. But when Cone approached Chua, he suddenly changed his mind and increased the allotted time to 15 minutes. Seeing Gilas — a collection of the country’s most popular and wealthiest athletes — go out of their way to mingle with fans is truly heartwarming. And it won’t be the last time they will see their basketball heroes as Cone has invited them anew to watch their friendly match against Changwon LG Sakers on Friday. But just a few weeks ago, this beautiful bond between Gilas and their fans was unthinkable. Gilas struggled to gain public support during the country’s hosting of the FIBA Basketball World Cup. At the same time, their head coach, Chot Reyes, was being bashed and heckled mercilessly due to their forgettable performance. Fans questioned Reyes’s integrity as a coach, especially when he benched Kai Sotto in their first game against the Dominican Republic. He was also criticized for relying too much on National Basketball Association star Jordan Clarkson, raising speculations that he was unprepared for the world’s biggest and most prestigious basketball event. The fans inside the Smart Araneta Coliseum made their presence felt. They booed Reyes during the player introductions against Italy, prompting some of his players, like Kiefer Ravena, Rhenz Abando and Clarkson, to rush to his defense. Even Reyes’s outfit didn’t escape the eyes of the public. Social media exploded with insults, adverse reactions, and comments after Reyes flaunted an ultra-expensive Thom Browne suit during their game against Angola. The money he spent, reportedly around P200,000, wasn’t worth it as Gilas suffered a 70-80 loss to the Angolans, dealing a major blow to their chances of advancing to the knockout stages. But his manner of coaching and posh outfit were not the only reasons Reyes struggled to deodorize his public image. When Gilas was preparing for the World Cup, Reyes shut the doors of their practice facility to fans and sportswriters. Instead of making the team available, the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas assigned a media liaison who disseminated information and narrated what was happening through short videos and photos regularly posted on social media. That was the practice when Gilas trained at the Inspire Sports Academy in Calamba, as well as when they were in Estonia and Lithuania. Gilas also played friendly matches against Ivory Coast, Mexico, and Montenegro at the PhilSports Arena with no one but a very few team staffers and federation officials in attendance. With the friendly matches being inaccessible, sportswriters had to resort to checking the social media pages of Gilas’s opponents and the SBP to get information and avoid the wrath of their editors. They jokingly called it “socmed journalism.” That’s why the appointment of Cone as Gilas’ head coach is a breath of fresh air. The 65-year-old Cone may be an American, but he knows the importance of gaining public approval. In fact, he started his career as a villain in the eyes of the masses after engaging with the charismatic Robert Jaworski in numerous coaching battles. But he let his coaching do the talking as he led Alaska to a grand slam in 1996 before winning another triple crown with San Mig Coffee in 2014. At Barangay Ginebra San Miguel, the most popular professional team in the country, Cone further cemented his reputation as a well-loved, well-respected coach when he turned the likes of LA Tenorio, Japeth Aguilar, Scottie Thompson and Justin Brownlee into fan favorites. Now, Cone is at the helm of Gilas Pilipinas, armed with a mission of not only winning an Asian Games medal but also bringing the national players closer to the public. It’s a tough order. But Cone is carrying it out to perfection. The post Our team appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
DILG spearheads national launching of Barangay at Kalinisan Day in Tondo
The Department of the Interior and Local Government on Saturday morning spearheaded the nationwide launch of the Barangay at Kalinisan Day at Estero de Sunog Apog, Barangay 135, Tondo, Manila which was also participated by Metro Manila's local government units. DILG Secretary Benhur Abalos thanked the LGUs in Metro Manila and other parts of the country which have expressed support for the Department’s call for a cleaner and safer barangay through its BarKaDa initiative in support of President Ferdinand E. Marcos, Jr.’s call for a cleaner and safer environment, “It is reassuring that many responded to our call and have allotted their precious time on a weekend to join the DILG. Sana po ay patuloy natin itong gawin sa mga susunod na linggo at maging tunay na barkada para sa mas malinis at ligtas na pamayanan,” Abalos said. BarKaDa is a nationwide community-based clean-up drive program geared to maintain and provide a healthy and safe environment and prevent the spread of diseases through proper solid waste management. During the BarKada launch, 10 esters in the City of Manila, five creeks each in Quezon City, Las Piñas, and Caloocan City; two creeks each in Pasay City and Mandaluyong City, a river in San Juan City, a creek in Taguig City, and Estero de Tripa de Gallina were simultaneously cleaned by volunteers and government personnel. Simultaneous BarKaDa activities were also conducted in various parts of the country such as in Ilocos Norte, Dinagat Islands, Iloilo City, Pangasinan, Muntinlupa City, and Antique. The DILG said that the launch is a timely response to the current predicament of the world on the environment and solid waste and called on the 42,00 barangays in the Philippines to consistently conduct weekly clean-up drives in order to counter recurring problems in flooding and disposal of waste in the communities. Joining the DILG during the launch were officials and representatives from the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority, Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Bureau of Fire Protection, Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, and local and barangay officials. Earlier, the DILG issued Memorandum Circular 2023-133 urging barangays to conduct a weekly clean-up drive and pass an ordinance or resolution declaring one day of the week as BarKaDa. The post DILG spearheads national launching of Barangay at Kalinisan Day in Tondo appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
What’s rising in Silay?
Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, the retail and commercial arm of property giant Megaworld, is unveiling its redesigned masterplan for Northill Parade, its retail and commercial development set to rise within the 53-hectare Northill Gateway township along the Bacolod-Silay Airport Access Road. The 2.4-hectare Northill Parade is a free-standing retail development concept that features a total leasable area 1.1-hectares. Aside from retail and dining establishments, the remainder of the space will be allotted to open spaces, parking, and landscaped pathways. Northill Parade forms part of the 7.5-hectare mixed-use retail and leisure complex inside Megaworld’s Northill Gateway township. “We are excited to introduce Northill Parade as our redesigned commercial development in Northill Gateway. This free-standing commercial concept is similar to the stopovers in the United States located along highways going to and from the airport. Aside from serving guests and tourists driving along the Bacolod-Silay Airport Access Road, Northill Parade will also offer great convenience to residents of Forbes Hill, Fountain Grove, and other nearby villages,” says Graham Coates, head of Megaworld Lifestyle Malls. Among the first tenants that will soon have free-standing restaurant outlets each in Northill Parade include five first-in-Bacolod international casual dining brands from The Bistro Grou. These brands include Denny’s, TGI Friday’s Randy’s Donuts, Texas Roadhouse, and Olive Garden. This will be the first branches of Randy’s Donuts and Olive Garden outside of Metro Manila, with the upcoming Randy’s Donuts establishment also featuring a dedicated drive-thru lane. The post What’s rising in Silay? appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
DBM allots P822.2B for DPWH
The Department of Budget and Management has allotted P822.2 billion to the Department of Public Works and Highways for the proposed 2024 National Expenditure Program to build more public facilities, including roads and bridges, under the Marcos Administration’s “Build, Better, More, Program.” In a statement on Monday, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman underscored the need for the country to bounce back after its economic losses during the pandemic. “As highlighted by the President during his second State of the Nation Address, infrastructure development is one of the key drivers of our continuing economic growth,” Pangandaman said. “As such, we will sustain this momentum through the “Build, Better, More, Program.” This will prioritize physical connectivity infrastructure such as road networks and railway systems,” she added. Flood Management, one of DPWH’s significant programs, gets the largest budget at P215.643 billion for 965 projects to construct or rehabilitate flood mitigation facilities in major river basins and principal rivers. Convergence and Special Support Program followed next with P174.089 billion proposed budget. For Network Development, P148.112 billion will be spent to construct 721.656 kilometers of new roads and widen or improve 647.288 kilometers of existing roads. For Asset Preservation, a budget of P115.588 billion is allotted to implement the preventive maintenance of 1,196.398 kilometers of roads and upgrade of 798.711 kilometers of damaged paved roads. The Bridge Program’s P45.839 billion allocation is for the construction of 15,208.83 lineal meters of bridges and maintenance, retrofitting, repair, and rehabilitation, as well as the widening of 525 existing bridges. A separate budget of P13.968 billion is allocated to the Tourism Road Infrastructure Program which will provide access roads leading to declared tourism destinations. Moreover, an allocation of P10.020 billion will be for the Roads Leveraging Linkages for Industry and Trade Infrastructure Program; Tatag ng Imprastraktura para sa Kapayapaan at Seguridad Program for military and police facilities, P3.8 billion; Special Road Fund for the construction, upgrading, repair, and rehabilitation of roads, bridges, and road drainage, P15.232 billion. The post DBM allots P822.2B for DPWH appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»