IMUS, Cavite — Around 300 residents participated in the official launch of the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, and Reward) Program and the 3Cs (Cook, Collect, and Contribute) Sana Oil Program on May 25 at the Function Hall of the New Imus City Government Center. The activity, spearheaded by the Office of the City Environment and Natural Resources Officer (OCENRO), also included a briefing on the proposed Executive Order for the implementation of waste segregation and diversion projects i

Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano on Monday called out members of the Minority bloc over what he described as their double standard of swiftly condemning a video presentation shown by Senator Imee Marcos while remaining largely silent on the alleged assault of a Senate security employee inside Senate premises. Tensions rose during the May 25 plenary session after Marcos delivered a privilege speech on alleged backchannel talks concerning efforts to convene a Constitutiona

ROSARIO, Cavite — Personnel of the Reserve Command, Philippine Army who recently completed the Newly Assigned Personnel Orientation Training (NAPOT) visited the historic Casa Hacienda de Tejeros on May 29 as part of a learning and heritage appreciation activity. The group was warmly welcomed by Ruben Quinto, who guided participants through the historic site and shared its significance in Philippine history. Casa Hacienda de Tejeros is closely linked to the Tejeros Convention,

CARMONA, Cavite — More than 100 young residents participated in the Community-Based Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Symposium (APPS) and Orientation on Project D.R.E.A.M.S. (Delivering Resilience, Empathy, and Advocacy for Mental Support) held on May 29 in Carmona. The activity was spearheaded by the Office of the City Population Officer (POPCOM) Carmona in partnership with the Cavite Provincial Population Office and the Community Affairs and Youth Development Office (CAYDO)

TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol — Clear Insights Philippines Services, Inc. officially opened its first Philippine site on June 2 at the Tayabas Building along Graham Avenue in the Cogon District, marking a significant milestone in the growth of Bohol’s emerging information technology and business process management (IT-BPM) sector. The opening was welcomed by Governor Aris Aumentado, who described the investment as a reflection of the province’s vision of becoming a leading IT hub in

IMUS, Cavite — The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), in partnership with the City Government of Imus and the Philippine Navy, successfully led the opening of the National Flag Days and the commemoration of the 128th Anniversary of the Battle of Alapan on May 28, 2026, at the Dambana ng Pambansang Watawat in Imus Heritage Park. Carrying the theme “Kalayaan, Kinabukasan, Kasaysayan,” the event paid tribute to the bravery and sacrifices of Filipino heroes

BACOOR CITY, Cavite — The City Government of Bacoor welcomed officials from Department of Social Welfare and Development Region IV-A during a courtesy visit on June 2 at the Office of the Mayor to discuss the implementation of the Tara Basa! Program in the city. Present during the meeting were Mayor Strike B. Revilla, Gérardo Reyes, Nathalie Gwyn Gutierrez, and Jessa Gerona. The discussion focused on the Tara Basa! Program, a literacy and educational assistance initiative tha

QUEZON CITY, May 2026 – The Social Security System (SSS) reaffirmed its commitment to faster and more responsive public service as it joins the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) in celebrating its 8th anniversary on Friday, May 22. SSS President and Chief Executive Officer Robert Joseph M. de Claro said the agency continues to strengthen frontline services, simplify processes, and modernize systems to better respond to member concerns, in line with the shared goal of improving

Mr. and Mrs. Vicente (middle) were one of six couples who exchanged vows during the mass wedding organized by CARD MBA on May 7, 2026. On May 7, 2026, CARD Mutual Benefit Association (CARD MBA), the insurance arm of CARD Mutually Reinforcing Institutions (CARD MRI), in collaboration with CARD SME Bank, a thrift bank under CARD MRI, hosted a wedding ceremony for six couples at Calamba City Hall in Calamba City, Laguna. Bishop Augusto S. Flores Jr. officiated the event. The mas

CAVITE — The Agricultural Training Institute CALABARZON participated in the 1st Agriculture and Fishery Provincial Forum organized by the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist - Cavite, reinforcing its commitment to empowering farmers and fisherfolk through education, innovation, and government support services. Carrying the theme “Sama-Samang Paghabi ng Kabuhayan at Kaunlaran para sa Magsasaka at Mangingisda ng Cavite,” the forum gathered stakeholders from the agriculture a

BACOOR CITY, Cavite / STA. ROSA, Laguna — The PhilHealth Regional Office IV-A launched its YAKAP program for workers on May 1 in line with the celebration of Labor Day, bringing healthcare services closer to employees. The initiative was rolled out simultaneously at Main Square Mall and WalterMart Santa Rosa, led by Acting Regional Vice President Edwin M. Oriña. The YAKAP (Yaman ng Kalusugan Program) aims to provide workers with easier access to essential health services, inc

Senator Pia S. Cayetano expressed strong support for the Commission on Higher Education’s (CHED) call urging Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to defer planned tuition increases, emphasizing the need to protect Filipino families already grappling with rising costs of living. “I fully support CHED’s call for universities to hold off on tuition increases. Many families are already struggling with rising costs across the board. We must ensure that education remains accessible

Parañaque City is poised for accelerated economic growth as Mayor Edwin Olivarez expressed strong optimism following the full connectivity of the 7.7-kilometer CAVITEX C5 Link, which now provides a high-speed gateway to key business hubs in Cavite and Taguig. For Mayor Olivarez, the milestone marks the realization of a long-envisioned transformation for the city’s competitiveness. “Pangarap lang ito dati, ngayon totoo na,” the Mayor said. “The opening of the CAVITEX C5 Link S

MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday led the distribution of government assistance in General Trias City, Cavite, while announcing plans to expand healthcare access in the province through a new Philippine General Hospital (PGH) facility. During the “Bawat Bayan Makikinabang” event, Marcos said financial assistance and rice aid are being rolled out to strengthen support for communities amid rising fuel and commodity prices. Under the program, local government

MANILA, Philippines — The Social Security System (SSS) is inviting overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to participate in its upcoming caravans and consulate activities scheduled for May 2026. These activities aim to bring SSS services closer to Filipinos abroad by providing assistance on membership, contributions, benefits, and other related concerns. SSS encouraged OFWs to check the official schedule of activities through its foreign branches and to stay updated by regularly vi

IMUS, Cavite — The City Government of Imus celebrated Solo Parent Day on April 28 at the Dimasalang Covered Court in Barangay Poblacion 4-C, with 450 registered solo parents in attendance. The activity was organized by the Office of the City Social Welfare and Development Officer led by Josephine Villanueva to recognize and support solo parents in the city. Among the highlights of the program was a mental health simulation activity conducted by Rio Gaffud-Gan, along with a le

CARMONA CITY, Cavite (PIA) — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office IV-A continues to intensify the implementation of its Pag-Abot Program across the CALABARZON region, expanding its reach in Cavite and Rizal to assist more families and individuals in street situations (FISS). In Dasmariñas City, Cavite, 14 individuals and families were profiled in February 2026, with 11 voluntarily agreeing to receive immediate intervention. To further enhance s

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the opening of the 7.88-km Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) Subsection 3, extending the expressway from Silang (Aguinaldo) to Governor’s Drive Interchange in General Trias, Cavite. The new segment is expected to further ease congestion and cut travel time between Biñan, Laguna, and Gen. Trias, Cavite, to just 26 minutes from one (1) hour, further strengthening South Luzon’s transport network. (From left to right) DOTr Secretary Giovanni Z. L

TRECE MARTIRES CITY, Cavite — The Provincial Government of Cavite strengthened its push for digital education through the distribution of ICT equipment on April 21 at the New Provincial Government Center. The initiative was led by the Provincial Information and Communications Technology Office under Officer-in-Charge Annie Tacazon, in partnership with the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Korea and the Jeonbuk State Office of Education, which donated the equipment to s

CALAMBA CITY, Laguna (PIA) – The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) in Calabarzon is assisting drivers and operators in the region for the government’s Fuel Subsidy Program, following the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to further support the transportation sector amid rising fuel costs. During a radio interview with the Philippine Information Agency, LTFRB Calabarzon Regional Director Rudolph