Cleared drug lord suspect Kerwin running for mayor of Albuera town
by Miriam G. Desacada ALBUERA LEYTE–Drug lord suspect Rolan “Kerwin” Espinosa, who declared that he was already cleared of drug charges against him, on October 1 (Monday) filed his certificate…
Cases at Ombud, his suspension are political harassments—Oñate
by Miriam G. Desacada Palompon Leyte–“My political opponents are moving heaven and earth to oust me from office,” declared Palompon Mayor Ramon Oñate who was ironically beaming despite being recently…
IN EASTERN SAMAR Ex-reb’s tip leads to 2 NPA members, hidden firearms
by Miriam G. Desacada Tacloban City–A former rebel tipped-off government forces about two active NPA members hiding at Barangay Abejao in Salcedo town of Eastern Samar resulting in the surrender…
ELECTION 2025 Goma, Lucy filefor re-election
by Ma.Arlene Gabon Tacloban City’Incumbent Representative Richard “Goma” Gomez of the 4th district of Leyte filed today (Oct. 3) his certificate of candidacy (COC) at the Comelec regional office in…
Libanan sacrifices own goalsfor party’s sake, welfare of all
by Miriam G. Desacada Borongan City–House Minority Leader Marcelino “Nonoy” Libanan declared to the public that he has no qualms in making a sacrifice for the sake of the party…
Libanan bares PBBM, Martin dissuade him from running for E.Samar seat
by Miriam G. Desacada Tacloban City–House Minority Leader Marcelino “Nonoy” Libanan, publicly known to be a staunch supporter of the Marcos administration’s programs, confirmed to the media that he was…
Army Scout Rangers lead inaugural Katihan Patrol
Tacloban City–The First Scout Ranger Regiment (FSRR) team topped the first-ever edition of Katihan Patrol during the competition’s closing ceremony at Camp Tecson, San Miguel, Bulacan on September 30, 2024.“The…
Nat’l, int’l geologists visit N. Samar for UNESCO Global Geopark badge
By Miriam G. Desacada Tacloban City–Geologists and members of the UNESCO National Commission of the Philippines (UNACOM) had visited Northern Samar for a three-day exploration and assessment of potential geological…
2nd Infantry “Jungle Fighter” Division has a new Commander
Tacloban City–The Philippine Army installed Brig. Gen. Cerilo C. Balaoro Jr. as the new Commander of the 2nd Infantry “Jungle Fighter” Division in a Change of Command Ceremony presided over…
Wounded NPA Rescued, Yields Firearm in Northern Samar Clash
Catbalogan City, Samar—The 8th Infantry Division (8ID) Philippine Army demonstrated its commitment to humanitarian principles by rescuing and providing vital aid to a wounded Communist NPA rebel after an encounter…