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DPWH braces for San Juanico Bridge strengthening

Manila, June 27 -- The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is currently in discussions with prospective contractors to finalize project design strategies and detailed construction methodolo... Read More


Tacloban-Samar RoRo route stabilizes food prices in Region 8

Manila, June 27 -- Food prices in Eastern Visayas have stabilized despite the 3-ton weight limit on the San Juanico Bridge, thanks to the operation of a new roll-on, roll-off (RoRo) route between this... Read More


Leyte MSMEs eye P4.5-M sales in Tacloban fiesta fair

Manila, June 25 -- The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is eyeing PHP4.5 million in sales during the five-day trade fair of Leyte-based small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) showcasing local prod... Read More


11 rebels neutralized, 15 firearms seized in 2-month ops in Samar

Manila, June 25 -- The Philippine Army's 8th Infantry Division delivered major gains against the New People's Army in Samar Island from May to June this year after the death as well as surrender of se... Read More


Free Tacloban-Samar RoRo trip carries 241 trucks in first week

Manila, June 25 -- The government-sponsored roll-on, roll-off (RoRo) vessel trips have already carried 241 trucks loaded with essential goods between this city and Basey, Samar amid the San Juanico Br... Read More


DSWD tutoring program helps 11.5K students, parents in E. Visayas

Manila, June 23 -- At least 11,592 struggling learners, parents, and poor college students in Eastern Visayas benefited this year from the expanded Tara, Basa! (Let's read) tutoring program of the Dep... Read More


Army to step up fight vs. NPA in Leyte, Samar after ultimatum

Manila, June 23 -- The Philippine Army's 802nd Infantry Brigade is set to launch more aggressive operations against the remaining members of the New People's Army (NPA) in Leyte Island and parts of Sa... Read More


San Juanico Bridge more than a landmark, says lawmaker amid criticism

Manila, June 23 -- Tingog Party-list Representative Jude Acidre defended the significance of the San Juanico Bridge on Monday, responding to recent criticisms that the structure is merely a tourist at... Read More


3 E. Visayas mayors stranded in Israel amid conflict

Manila, June 16 -- At least three town mayors from Eastern Visayas, including Barugo, Leyte Mayor Aron Balais; Lawaan, Eastern Samar Mayor Athene Mendros; and Hindang, Leyte Mayor Betty Cabal, have be... Read More


NPA rebel dies, firearm seized in E. Samar clash

Manila, June 16 -- A member of the New People's Army (NPA) was killed in a clash with government forces in the mountains of Borongan City, Eastern Samar, the Philippine Army reported on Monday. Brig.... Read More