Palawan, Oriental Mindoro emerge as champions in Mimaropa RAA Meet

The annual Mimaropa Regional Athletic Association (RAA) Meet wrapped up last Friday with Palawan and Oriental Mindoro standing tall as overall champions in the secondary and elementary levels respectively. The competition, which was held in Romblon from May 23 to May 26, saw Palawan rise to the top in the secondary level. The province boasted… Read More Palawan, Oriental Mindoro emerge as champions in Mimaropa RAA Meet

Fishing ban lifted in Calapan City, Gloria, Bansud

Three additional towns and a city in Oriental Mindoro have been declared safe for fishing activities by the provincial government of Oriental Mindoro. Calapan City, Gloria, and Bansud have joined the list of areas where fishing is now permitted, according to Governor Bonz Dolor. The announcement was made during a media briefing held at the… Read More Fishing ban lifted in Calapan City, Gloria, Bansud

266 get medical, burial, cash aid in San Jose

A total of 266 beneficiaries of the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) from the municipality of San Jose received burial, medical, and financial assistance on May 25. AICS is a program of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) that provides support to individuals and families facing unexpected events or crises. The… Read More 266 get medical, burial, cash aid in San Jose

Oriental Mindoro shines at Mimaropa RAA meet

The Mimaropa Regional Athletic Association Meet concluded in Romblon, Romblon last Friday, May 26, and the delegates from Oriental Mindoro made their presence felt with a haul of victories. The Taekwondo team from Oriental Mindoro clinched three trophies, earning the title of Champion in Elementary Boys, Elementary Girls, and Secondary Girls categories. In the Arnis… Read More Oriental Mindoro shines at Mimaropa RAA meet

San Jose reports 45.4% completion in immunization drive

The Municipal Health Office (MHO) of San Jose has announced that it had achieved a 45.4% completion rate for its supplemental immunization initiative, the Chikiting Ligtas ME-OPV campaign, as of May 22, 2023. The campaign is a component of the broader effort led by the Department of Health (DOH) to combat rubella, measles, and polio.… Read More San Jose reports 45.4% completion in immunization drive

BFAR to provide P117.86M in aid to oil spill victims

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) has allocated over P117.864 million in relief and recovery assistance to areas affected by the oil spill in Oriental Mindoro. The assistance is intended to support emergency relief efforts, early recovery initiatives, and mid-to-long-term recovery aid, with a specific focus on municipal fisherfolk communities. About P4.4 million… Read More BFAR to provide P117.86M in aid to oil spill victims

49-year-old woman nabbed for illegal gambling in Sablayan

A 49-year-old woman wanted for illegal gambling was apprehended by the police in Barangay Buenavista, Sablayan, Occidental Mindoro on Wednesday, May 24, at 10:57 a.m. The suspect, identified as Imelda Daprosa Rosales, was taken into custody based on a warrant of arrest issued by the Municipal Trial Court in Sablayan, Occidental Mindoro. The warrant was… Read More 49-year-old woman nabbed for illegal gambling in Sablayan

San Jose futsal girls crowned champion at MRAA Meet

The San Jose National High School girls’ futsal team emerged victorious at the Mimaropa Regional Athletic Asociation Meet 2023 held in Romblon, capturing the championship title in the event. The boys’ football team also had a commendable performance, taking home the 1st runner-up honor. The victory comes after years of rigorous training, with the athletes… Read More San Jose futsal girls crowned champion at MRAA Meet

Slow-moving Betty brings flood risks; 2 provinces under Signal No. 2

Typhoon Betty has slowed slightly as it moves northwest over the waters east of Cagayan, according to an 11 a.m. update from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). Betty is currently located approximately 470 kilometers east of Aparri, Cagayan, or 475 kilometers east of Calayan, Cagayan. The typhoon is moving northwestward at… Read More Slow-moving Betty brings flood risks; 2 provinces under Signal No. 2

Slow-moving Betty triggers Signal No. 1 in 12 provinces

Typhoon Betty, internationally known as Mawar, has begun to decelerate as it moves westward over the Philippine Sea, east of Northern Luzon, the state weather bureau said. The eye of Typhoon Betty was located 715 kilometers east of Tuguegarao City, Cagayan as of the last available data, moving westward at a speed of 15 kilometers… Read More Slow-moving Betty triggers Signal No. 1 in 12 provinces

Betty intensifies over Northern Luzon, Signal No.1 raised

Super Typhoon Betty, internationally known as Mawar, is intensifying over Northern Luzon as Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No.1 is raised over the eastern portion of Cagayan and the eastern portion of Isabela, the state weather bureau said. In an advisory issued at 11 a.m. on May 27, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration… Read More Betty intensifies over Northern Luzon, Signal No.1 raised

Betty enters PH, posing threat of heavy rainfall and severe winds

Super Typhoon Mawar, locally named Betty, has entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) and is expected to bring heavy rainfall and severe winds to several areas, the state weather bureau said Saturday. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said Betty is forecast to track generally west-northwestward over the weekend, gradually decelerating… Read More Betty enters PH, posing threat of heavy rainfall and severe winds