Cavinti and Lumban:

Renewable-energy companies are betting on three towns in the eastern portion of Laguna as new hubs for renewable energy.

New renewable energy hubs?

Nestled in the heart of Samar lies the quaint town of Villareal, a place brimming with history and charm.

Glimpse of the past: Colonial houses of Villareal, Samar

2 contested councilors finally take seats at San Pedro City Council

Two weeks after San Pedro City officials averted a possible “explosive” political situation prior to the 2025 local elections, the Sangguniang Panglungsod of the city has finally closed the book on another contentious issue that has threatened to create divisions within the city.

IT'S OFFICIAL!

Pope Francis has made a significant decision by appointing a Filipino priest as the new undersecretary of a section within the Dicastery for Evangelization in the Vatican.

Vatican’s undersecretary is from E. Samar 

In times of calamity, Biñan LGU delivers

Once again, the resolve of the Biñanense to weather (literally) calamities was put to the test when severe tropical storm “Kristine” battered Laguna province last October 24.

RELIABLE HELP

Steps down, but will still fight to serve.

Congress to BM: choosing which war to fight

Laguna battered by ‘Kristine’

In theory, Lagunenses should have been prepared for the effects of tropical storm “Kristine,” which battered Laguna province from October 23 to 24 (Wednesday and Thursday).

CAUGHT OFF-GUARD

A total of 13 Chinese nationals were arrested by authorities due to violation of immigration laws and involvement in illegal mining activities on Homonhon Island in Guiuan, Eastern Samar. 

Chinese miners arrested in Homonhon

Consumer advocate decries extension of Meralco franchise

SHAMELESS!

A private individual from Leyte has unexpectedly lodged criminal charges against several prominent figures, including a local lawmaker, a mayor, a lawyer, and multiple members of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) of the Philippine National Police in the Eastern Visayas. 

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