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DoLE recognizes SNAP for workers’ safety

28Nov

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Isabela, News

DoLE recognizes SNAP for workers’ safety

BY LEANDER C. DOMINGO RAMON, Isabela (November 28)—The Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE) has awarded the prestigious Gawad Kaligtasan at Kalusugan (GKK)-Nationals to renewable energy solutions provider SN Aboitiz Power (SNAP) Group in a ceremony on November 23. SNAP representatives personally received the trophies from Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma. SNAP has been consistently recognized by the GKK for commendable occupational safety and health (OSH) practices. According to Laguesma, GKK is the most prestigious award for health and safety in the industry, commending the participants for their collective contributions to uphold the labor department's advocacy and help build the future of OSH in the country. For years, the DoLE has lauded the best establishments and...

MSME investment, trade fair opens in Cagayan

28Nov

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Cagayan, News

MSME investment, trade fair opens in Cagayan

BY LEANDER C. DOMINGO TUGUEGARAO CITY (November 28)—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Region 2 (Cagayan Valley) has launched its 16th "Padday na Lima" Regional Trade and Investment Fair in support of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) products in the region. Officially opened on Friday, November 25, at Robinsons Place Tuguegarao, this year's Padday na Lima (Ibanag word for "made by hands") is tagged as the first-ever all-in-one edition of this annual celebration bringing holiday cheer and vibes. Manilyn Castañeda Ponce, DTI Region 2 information officer, said the products are also available online through the Padday na Lima Webshop, the online component of the trade pavilion, https://paddaynalima.delivere.tech. Ponce said this year's expanded version featur...

23 FORMER NPA REBELS GET P460K LIVELIHOOD ASSISTANCE IN APAYAO

27Nov

By Leander DomingoNo Comments

Isabela, News

23 FORMER NPA REBELS GET P460K LIVELIHOOD ASSISTANCE IN APAYAO

BY VINCE JACOB VISAYA CAMP MELCHOR DELA CRUZ, Gamu, Isabela (November 27)—Twenty-three former New People's Army (NPA) rebels got a P460,000-worth livelihood package under the Sustainable Livelihood Program of the Department of Social Welfare and Development in Apayao through the assistance of the 17th Infantry Battalion held at the Apayao provincial conference hall in San Isidro, Luna, Apayao on Thursday. Capt. Rigor Pamittan, 5th Infantry Division public affairs chief and spokesman, said each former rebel got P20,000 in the form of sari-sari (variety) stores and agriculture products. The rebels also underwent assessments and seminars to help them identify and manage their livelihood. Liezel Lopez, an E-Clip focal person of the Apayao provincial government, encouraged the rebe...

FCF Minerals Corp joins 68th ANMSEC in Baguio City

26Nov

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News, Nueva Vizcaya

FCF Minerals Corp joins 68th ANMSEC in Baguio City

BAGUIO CITY—FCF Minerals Corporation actively participated in various activities during the 68th Annual National Mine Safety and Environment Conference (ANMSEC) on November 15-18, 2022. Employees from Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) department attended the Mineral Industry Symposium in cooperation with the Philippine Society of Mining Engineers (PSEM) and the 5th Philippine Mineral Exploration Association (PMEA) Forum together with other employees from HR, Mining and Commercial. On the last day, Ronald Wayan, Safety Officer and Emergency Response Team Captain showcased his skill in fire extinguishing during the firefighting competition. Meanwhile, FCF employees also joined the parade headed by the President and CEO, Darren Bowden and General Manager for Operations Lorne Harvey. L...

Youth offenders face drug and rape charges

26Nov

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Cagayan, News

Youth offenders face drug and rape charges

BY VINCE JACOB VISAYA TUGUEGARAO CITY (November 26)—At least 52 youth offenders or "Children in Conflict with the Law" (CICL) have been facing drug and rape charges in the Cagayan Valley Region, the Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council (RJJWC) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development-Region 2 said on Friday. Social welfare officer Shiela Marie Apostol of the RJJWC noted in a news briefing that the trend of cases in the country should be given attention as the country celebrates the 11th Juvenile Justice and Welfare Awareness Week with the theme, "Pagbabago ay Panigurado kung Tututukan natin ang Juvenile Justice Law." The region's youth offender havens house 16 CICLs at Bahay Pag-asa in Cauayan City, 11 in Santiago City, and 25 at the Cagayan Valley-Regional Re...

Cagayan native tops new soldiers’ course

26Nov

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Cagayan, News

Cagayan native tops new soldiers’ course

BY VINCE JACOB VISAYA CAMP MELCHOR DELA CRUZ, Isabela (November 26)—A 23-year-old Army soldier topped the list of 555 new graduates who finished the six-month training at the 5th Infantry Division Training School, the military said on Thursday. Pvt. Jeffrey de la Cruz of Santo Niño, Cagayan tabbed a 93.83-percent average in his course to top the Alab Bagsik Class 728. Capt. Rigor Pamittan, 5th Infantry Division public affairs chief and spokesman, said the soldiers underwent six months of "rigid training that tested their physical and mental stability while transforming them from carefree civilians to fine-grown military men." Three other new soldiers, Pvt. Jefmel Guiuo, 23, of Delfin Albano, Isabela; Pvt. Liesel Ansang, 24, of Tanudan, Kalinga; and Pvt. Jhonloyd Jalina, 22, of...

26Nov

By Leander DomingoNo Comments

Nation, News

Forum empowers Pinoy scientists anew

The plenary speakers and delegates of the 2022 Future Science Leaders’ Forum, led by Searca Director Dr. Glenn Gregorio, on Nov. 11, 2022 at the Crimson Hotel in Alabang, Muntinlupa. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO BY LEANDER C. DOMINGO LOS BAÑOS (November 26)—The Philippine government-hosted Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (Searca) has empowered young scientists in a recently held forum titled "2022 Future Science Leaders' Forum" (FSLF). During the FSLF, Searca Director Glenn Gregorio spoke on building a culture of agricultural innovation for sustainable impact through new ways of working and thinking, participatory governance, adoption of ideas, strategies, and innovating sources of funding and financing. Consisting of plenary sessions on bui...

PH agency pushes space data use in Ilocos Norte

25Nov

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Nation, News

PH agency pushes space data use in Ilocos Norte

BY LEANDER C. DOMINGO BATAC, Ilocos Norte (November 25)—Aiming to promote the use of space data for development, the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) this week brought its Philippine Space Agency Integrated Network for Space-enabled Actions toward Sustainability or "Pinas" project to the province of Ilocos Norte. Under the Office of the President, PhilSA is the central government agency addressing national issues and activities related to space science and technology applications under Republic Act 11363. A workshop on the Pinas project at the Mariano Marcos State University-Teatro Ilocandia that ended on Thursday, November 24, was attended by about 100 delegates, including MMSU personnel and college students, government agencies and representatives from local government units (L...

Taiwanese govt gives P22.9M aid to Isabela, Cagayan

24Nov

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Cagayan, News

Taiwanese govt gives P22.9M aid to Isabela, Cagayan

BY VINCE JACOB VISAYA CITY OF ILAGAN, Isabela (November 24)—The Taiwanese government through the Manila Economic and Culture Office (MECO) donated $400,000 or about P22.9 million to the provincial governments of Isabela and Cagayan for the rehabilitation of infrastructure damaged by Tropical Storm "Paeng." MECO chairman and resident representative Silvestre Bello 3rd, Taiwan representative to the Philippines Eric Lim and Obyashi Oshimune turned over a check worth $200,000 each to Isabela Gov. Rodolfo Albano 3rd and Cagayan Gov. Manuel Mamba recently at the Balai compound in Isabela. Taipei Economic and Cultural Office representative Peiyung Hsu earlier turned over the checks to MECO through Bello. Bello said the MECO has been "working closely with the Taiwanese government on a...

Cornell University food system specialist tells Filipino youth to go into agriculture

24Nov

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Nation, News

Cornell University food system specialist tells Filipino youth to go into agriculture

Prof. Khin Mar Cho (center) receives her certificates of recognition from Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture Director Dr. Glenn Gregorio (left) as a resource person at the Searca Online Learning and Virtual Engagement webinar and Southeast Asian Youth Fest held in May and October 2022 respectively. Also in photo is Searca Deputy Director for Administration Assoc. Prof. Joselito Florendo. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO BY LEANDER C. DOMINGO LOS BAÑOS (November 24)—A New York-based Cornell University Food Systems specialist visiting Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (Searca) has encouraged Filipino youth to go into agriculture, especially in the agri-food system. Prof. Khin Mar Cho, International Agricultur...