By Perla Lena ILOILO CITY — Aklan Governor Jose Enrique “Joen” Miraflores has called for a speedy and thorough investigation into the killing of former Kalibo mayor and veteran journalist Juan “Johnny” Dayang, describing his death as “deeply disturbing.” Miraflores also assured Dayang’s family and the public that the provincial government is closely coordinating with law…
BATANGAS CITY — To ensure the safety and orderliness of its facilities during the Holy Week, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)-Mimaropa has placed all 19 district, city, and municipal jails in the region on heightened alert status. Regional information officer Jail Officer 3 Joefrie Anglo stated that the heightened alert status aims…
By Liza Agoot BAGUIO CITY – In a bid to further make transactions with the city government easier and more accessible, payment using the online financial platform GCash is now allowed. “We want to give our taxpayers more ease in transacting with us. We are still negotiating with other online providers and banks that can accommodate…
LEGAZPI CITY – Albay 2nd District Rep. Joey Sarte Salceda said his ‘Global Albay’ vision for progress takes off in this city of over 200,000 people. Legazpi is Albay’s provincial capital and Bicol’s regional center, the “capacity for greatness of which measures the entire province’s capacity for greatness.” During the recent launch of his return…
ODIONGAN, Romblon — A range of artworks and handmade products crafted by persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) are now on display at the Children’s Paradise Park in Odiongan, Romblon, as part of the monthlong Agri-Trade Fair 2025. The exhibit runs from March 31 until April 7. The event is being held in partnership with the…
LEGAZPI CITY — Albay 2nd District Rep. Joey Sarte Salceda has hailed the performance of the Albay sports delegation for winning the 2025 Palarong Bicol championship, a decade or so after his legendary Team Albay lorded over the regional games successively in 2011, 2012 and 2014, when he was governor. In this year’s recent Palarong Bicol, Albay garnered 76…
BATANGAS CITY, Batangas — The regional director of the Jail Bureau, Jail Senior Superintendent Clarence Mayangao conducted Tuesday afternoon a surprise inspection at the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)-Brooke’s Point District Jail in Palawan. The inspections are part of Mayangao’s visit to know the situations of jail facilities in his area of jurisdiction,…
To ensure a well-executed and standout 2025 National Science, Technology and Innovation Week (NSTW) celebration, the Department of Science and Technology Region 1 (DOST Region 1) hosted a Curation Meeting on March 3, 2025, at Fort Ilocandia Hotel Resort. The meeting, initiated by DOST Undersecretary for Regional Operations, Engr. Sancho A. Mabborang, aimed to refine…
NAUJAN, Oriental Mindoro —In an effort to support persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) reintegration into society, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)-Naujan District Jail has launched a new barbering course, BJMP MIMAROPA regional information officer Jail Officer 3 Joefrie Anglo reported Tuesday, Feb. 25. In a statement, Anglo said that the initiative, which…
ROXAS, Oriental Mindoro — As February unfolds, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)-Roxas District Jail shines a spotlight on the importance of oral health, fostering a culture of preventive dental care and healthy smiles through the conduct of education and community outreach mission at the Paclasan Elementary School, here. BJMP Mimaropa information officer…
