The proposal to allow a private company to manage the Albur landfill was discussed recently, as the current issues plaguing the facility continue. Gov. Aris Aumentado suggested that outsourcing the operation of the Albur landfill would relieve the local government unit (LGU) of operational burdens, allowing it to simply collect revenue shares from the landfill’s …
Bohol’s First District to See Over P2B in Infrastructure Development for 2025 More than P2 billion in infrastructure projects are slated for the first district of Bohol, as outlined in the 2025 General Appropriations Act (GAA), a source from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) First Highways Engineering District disclosed. The budget for …
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Tagbilaran’s new city council ex-officio member ready for bigger role Alberto Puagang, the president of Liga ng mga Barangay in Tagbilaran, has embraced his new role as an ex-officio member of the Sangguniang Panlungsod (SP). Speaking to Ardy Araneta-Batoy on the "Newsmakers ug Uban Pa" program, Puagang described the transition from barangay captain to a …
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DAMALERIO HOPES FOR UNIFIED EMERGENCY COMMAND CENTER A BOARD MEMBER in Bohol is pushing for the creation of a unified emergency command center, as the proposed ordinance awaits the governor’s signature. Board Member Aldner Damalerio told reporters he expects Governor Aris Aumentado to sign the measure upon returning from overseas on January 14, 2025. The …
The Municipal Agricultural Office has recommended declaring a state of calamity in Ubay town after African swine fever infected three villages, officials said Tuesday. The Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office approved the measure, which now awaits final approval from the town council. Municipal agriculturist Marianito Doydora said a state of calamity can be …
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The provincial government of Bohol has intensified its efforts to prevent the spread of African Swine Fever (ASF) after a recent outbreak was reported in several towns. Governor Aris Aumentado has issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency in the affected areas and establishing a quarantine zone to contain the outbreak. The move …
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DTI Establishes Negosyo Center in Batuan to Boost Local Economy The Department of Trade and Industry and the local government unit of Batuan signed a memorandum of agreement recently to establish a Negosyo Center at the town’s municipal hall. The agreement was signed by DTI Provincial Director Vierna Mae Ligan and Batuan Mayor Antonino Jumawid …
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Traffic-related incidents (TRI) continue to plague the province of Bohol, with the Bohol Provincial Police Office (BPPO) recording 3,995 cases from January to December 28, 2024. According to the BPPO report, the incidents resulted in 1,692 physical injuries, 2,223 property damages, and 80 homicides, showing the need for enhanced road safety and discipline, particularly among …
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Congressman candidate Atty. Jordan Pizarras has vowed to tackle the rising fish prices in the province, citing the plight of fishermen and the burden on consumers. A top priority for Pizarras is the implementation of the Fisheries Landing Law, which aims to provide a comprehensive solution to ensure fair prices and sustainable management of the …
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Some 1,309 farmer-beneficiaries in Bohol are now debt-free after the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) issued Certificates of Condonation with Release of Mortgage (COCROM) to them, effectively canceling their outstanding loans with the Land Bank of the Philippines. The move is part of the implementation of the New CARP Emancipation Act, which aims to emancipate …
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