DepEd debunks fake ‘allowance’ post for Grades 1 to 6

MANILA: The Department of Education (DepEd) on Wednesday debunked a social media post offering “pang baon” (allowance) to learners in exchange for their information.

In an advisory, the DepEd said the post promising to grant allowance to Grades 1 to …

Installation of new Virac bishop set June 26

MANILA: The installation of Father Luisitio Occiano as the new bishop of the Diocese of Virac has been set on June 26.

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) news website reported on Wednesday that the bishop-elect will be install…

BFP-Ilocos calls for vigilance vs. fire incidents

MALASIQUI: The Bureau of Fire Protection Ilocos Region (BFP-1) is urging the public to be vigilant against fire incidents as it strengthens awareness bid and increase response rate and assets following the 39-percent rise of incidents in 2023.

In a p…

Public advised to up water intake as temperature rises

BAGUIO: The public is advised to remain hydrated by drinking a maximum of three liters of pure water daily to help prevent heat stroke as temperatures continue to rise.

‘Dehydration can lead to the body’s fluid imbalance that can progress to heat str…