Police beef up security in Davao region for Holy Week
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 25 March) – Around 3,000 police personnel have been deployed to secure various areas in the Davao region for the Holy Week observance, an official of the Police Regional Office (PRO)-Davao said on Monday. Police Major Catherine Dela Rey, PRO-Davao spokesperson, said the deployment of more security personnel was intended to ensure that […].....»»
Davao Region crime rate drops by 13.05%
THE Police Regional Office (PRO-Davao) has reported a significant 13.05 percent decrease in the crime rate across the Davao Region from January to February 2024 compared to the same period last year......»»
Laguna Police Provincial Office bags the Best PPO Award in CALABARZON
CAMP BGEN PACIANO RIZAL, Sta Cruz, Laguna – Laguna Police Provincial Office (LPPO) was awarded as the Best Police Provincial Office in the CALABARZON region during the Awarding Ceremony coinciding the Flag-Ceremony at Camp Vicente Lim, Calamba City on February 19th, 2024. Laguna Police Provincial Director Police Colonel Gauvin Mel Yamashita Unos, received the award […].....»»
DSWD-Davao to aid disaster victims in recovery, rehab amid regionwide ECT payouts
THE Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) reaffirmed its commitment to aid all victims of recent disasters in the Davao Region on their journey towards recovery and rehabilitation......»»
39 LGUs in Davao region suspend classes due to bad weather
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 16 January) – At least 39 localities in the Davao region, including this city, suspended classes in public and private schools as of 7:55 a.m. Tuesday due to heavy rains since Monday night, which triggered flooding in some areas. The local government unit (LGU) of Davao City suspended classes in all […].....»»
Davao Light pushes for paperless billing
The Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. (Davao Light) is advocating for paperless billing, citing its positive impact on the environment. Fermin Edillon, the head of the Reputation Enhancement Department at Davao Light, emphasized the company's large customer base and the significant paper consumption associated with traditional billing. He highlighted the environmental benefits of opting for paperless bills, urging Dabawenyos to consider this eco-friendly alternative. Despite the availability of paperless billing options, Edillon acknowledged that some still prefer traditional paper bills. However, Davao Light has enhanced its paperless bill services, offering options such as the MobileAP app for internet users and the Ebill text option for those without internet access. While promoting paperless billing, Edillon clarified that traditional paper bills will still be available. Residents expressed support for paperless billing, citing its convenience, but also emphasized the need for considerations, especially for those less proficient with technology. The push for paperless billing aligns with efforts to reduce environmental impact and enhance customer convenience......»»
Over 14K security personnel to be deployed for Davraa 2024
THE Davao City Public Safety and Security Office is all set to ensure the security and safety of delegates to the Davao Regional Athletics Association (Davraa) to be held from April 1 to 7, 2024......»»
DMW-Davao hails citizens vigilance for foiled illegal recruitment in Davao City
ACTING on a Dabawenyo’s information of an alleged illegal recruitment activity on its official Facebook page, the Department of Migrant Workers-Davao Region (DMW-Davao) endorsed the report to the National Bureau of Investigation-Southeastern Mindanao Regional Office (NBI-Semro) leading to a criminal investigation of three reported illegal recruiters last March 2, 2024 in Toril, Davao City by the City Prosecution Office......»»
54 buses to offset LRT-1 shutdown for Cavite extension, Holy Week
The Department of Transportation will be deploying passenger buses starting Wednesday to offset the shutdown of LRT-1 operations during the Holy Week and in preparation for the opening of five new stations this year......»»
LIST: Bank schedules for Holy Week 2024
Bookmark and refresh this page for the Holy Week schedules released by banks.....»»
‘BE CAREFUL’ | Negros Occidental under heightened alert for Holy Week
‘BE CAREFUL’ | Negros Occidental under heightened alert for Holy Week.....»»
LTO-7 on high alert for Holy Week
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas (LTO-7) is on high alert starting March 24 to 31, for the Holy Week. The LTO-7 announced their “Oplan Biyaheng Ayos: Semana Santa and Summer Vacation 2024” in a press release last Friday. Director Glen Galario has instructed all LTO-7 district and extension offices.....»»
DOH raises Code White Alert for Holy Week
DOH raises Code White Alert for Holy Week.....»»
21 buses get special permits for holy week
21 buses get special permits for holy week.....»»
Davao City Council moves hearing on traffic-causing road construction works
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews – 26 March) – The Davao City Council rescheduled to Tuesday, April 2, the second hearing on the suspended road construction works in the locality after key officials from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) – Davao region failed to show up Friday. The DPWH-Davao key officials are reportedly in […].....»»
3,500 students affected in Masara landslide
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / February 21) – More than two weeks after the landslide in Masara in the municipality of Maco in Davao de Oro, 3,558 students have still not returned to the classroom, according to the Department of Education in the Davao Region (DepEd-Davao). Jenielito Atillo, DepEd-Davao spokesperson, said during the AFP-PNP Press Corps […].....»»
Entangled shoelace leads to cyclist’s death in Davao
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 01 March) – A 15-year-old cyclist died after he fell off his bicycle when his shoelace got wrapped around one of its pedals while scaling Hilltop in Barangay Langub, Davao City around 7:20 a.m. on Friday. In a police report, Capt. Hazel Tuazon, spokesperson for the Davao City Police Office, said […].....»»
Mandaue police ready for Traslacion
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — The Mandaue City Police Office (MCPO) has already mapped out the security preparations for the Traslacion on January 19. Police Colonel Maribel Getigan, director of MCPO, said that they have conducted several coordination meetings with other agencies regarding the preparations for the Traslacion. A total of 814 police, force multipliers, and.....»»
DCPO assures security on Edsa commemoration
THE Davao City Police Office (DCPO) assures the public of the strict security implementation for the commemoration of the 38th Edsa People Power Revolution this Sunday, February 25, 2024, as around 290 police personnel will be deployed in several areas where rallies are staged......»»
LIST: Saint movies to watch this Holy Week
YouTube offers free access to films on the lives of Catholic Saints in time for the Holy Week. .....»»
Double pay for workers reporting on Holy Week
Workers nationwide may opt to enjoy a long holiday break or hefty pay this Holy Week......»»