Day: June 27, 2025

Pangasinan: A total of 255 unemployed out-of-school youths (OSY) in Pangasinan will soon start internships or employment through the Department of Labor and Employment’s (DOLE) JobStart Philippines Program. This was after the OSY beneficiaries completed early this week the 10-day Life Skills Training (LST), part of the JobStart Philippines Program that offers skills training, internship, and employment opportunities. According to Philippines News Agency, after graduating from the LST, each of the beneficiaries received PHP4,200 as allowance for transportation and other expenses, as stated by DOLE 1 (Ilocos Region). Memoranda of Agreement were signed between DOLE and its partner employers, signifying

Iloilo city: Top officials of the Police Regional Office in Western Visayas (PRO6), led by Brig. Gen. Josefino Ligan, underwent a surprise drug test on Friday as part of efforts to ensure a drug-free police force. Ligan convened around 50 senior officers and unit commanders for “an emergency meeting”, which turned out to be a surprise drug screening. According to Philippines News Agency, Brig. Gen. Ligan emphasized the importance of setting an example for the community by ensuring that the police force remains drug-free. ‘For our commanders and people in Western Visayas, let us always ensure the safety of our

Silay city: Silay City Mayor Joedith Gallego on Friday assured immediate assistance and other necessary support to the victims of the tragic crash involving a city government-owned mini dump truck in Barangay Guimbala-on. According to Philippines News Agency, based on the initial police report, a group of job order employees who came from a tree-planting activity in Sitio Lantawan were on board the vehicle when the driver lost control of the steering wheel along Sitio San Juan and fell on its side, resulting in seven fatalities. They were identified as Alexander Balili, 62; Rafael Jardiolin Jr., 57; Eldie Naguita, 65;

Borongan city: The city government of Borongan in Eastern Samar has launched ‘Balay Paglaum’ (house of hope), the first facility in the province dedicated to assisting Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL). This initiative marks a significant step in providing care and support to minors who are involved in legal issues. According to Philippines News Agency, CICL refers to minors who are alleged to, accused of, or adjudged to, have committed an offense under Philippine laws. The government does not view them as offenders but as individuals requiring special protection and assistance. City Social Welfare and Development Officer Verina