Mining firm in Surigao Norte faces probe by SP

By VANESSA ALMEDA, Mindanews SURIGAO CITY (07 November) – The Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Surigao del Norte on Monday voted unanimously to investigate alleged violations by a mining company operating in an island in Placer town, including its reported defiance of an order to…

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Tourist Spots in Surigao del Norte

Sohoton Cove, Bucas Grande Island T his enchanting cave is half- submerged in water most of the time and is accessible only during low tides, inside is a lagoon with countless islets and crystal waters that sparkle with the bright reflection of the sea.  One can also experien…

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Election Watch: Jalosjoses set to control 3 Zamboanga provinces, Matugases in Surigao del Norte, Ecleos in Dinagat

As in past elections, political dynasties are closing ranks again to keep their hold to power in Mindanao. The Jalosjos clan will be fielding members and allies in at least three provinces and two cities in the Zamboanga Peninsula in next year’s elections. Zamboanga del Su…

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Ecleo says SC affirms constitutionality of Dinagat Islands

(Update) Dinagat Islands Gov. Glenda Ecleo, in a radio interview, said the Supreme Court (SC) on Tuesday declared with finality Republic Act 9355, the law creating the province of Dinagat Islands, as constitutional. Vice Gov. Jade Ecleo also confirmed the news over her Faceb…

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Jade Ecleo is Liberal Party's bet for governor in Dinagat Islands

Dinagat Islands Vice-Governor Geraldine "Jade" Ecleo took her oath as new Liberal Party  member Wednesday morning before House Speaker Feliciano Belmonte.  She was joined by Akbayan Partlylist Rep. Arlene "Kaka" Bag-ao, a native of Loreto. Ecleo said she …

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All systems go for 28th Bonok-Bonok Maradjaw Karadjaw Festival

SURIGAO CITY (PIA) -- It’s all systems go for the region’s most colorful event, the Bonok-Bonok Maradjaw Karadjaw Festival here on Sunday, September 9, Senior Tourism Operations Officer Roselyn Armida Merlin said today.  Now on its 28 years, Merlin said all are now ready, in…

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Surigao eyes becoming top destination in Caraga

By Vanessa Almeda SURIGAO CITY —Dubbed the “City of Island Adventures” Surigao aims to become the choice destination city by year 2020 in the entire Caraga Region, City Tourism Council president Richard Nick A. Amores said. The official voiced the plan a week before the city …

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Barbers supports Sereno’s decision to refuse media interviews

MANILA, Philippines—“Silence is golden.” Nacionalista Party spokesperson Ace Barbers on Friday extolled newly-appointed Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno after her decision to shun any media attention or even grant exclusive interviews as “this would wean away the judiciar…

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NDRRMC: Inspection requested for Siargao airport runway after 7.6 magnitude quake

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines has requested an assessment of the Siargao Airport in Mindanao in the wake of a magnitude-7.6 quake that hit the Eastern Visayas area last Friday. In a  6 a.m. rapid assessment report , the National Disaster Risk Reduction and …

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Adto ta sa Tilaw 2012 Food Festival & Exhibits!

Tourists are once again treated to the city's purely unique tasting dishes as the Tilaw sa Pagkaong Surigaonon (A Taste of Surigaonon Food) 2012 Food Festival & Exhibits officially opened today, August 29, at the City Auditorium. The event is a regular feature prior …

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Spot promotion for ‘hero’ cops in Gov. Matugas slay attempt

SURIGAO CITY– Two Surigao del Norte policemen who saved the life of Gov. Sol Forcadilla Matugas during a slay attempt are expected to get spot promotions aside from medals for their display of heroism in the line of duty. Police Provincial Director Senior Supt. Ruel Obusan s…

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Rewards for arrest of fugitives Ecleo, Palparan, ex-Palawan gov Reyes doubled

Chichi Conde, InterAksyon.com MANILA President - Benigno Aquino III has doubled the bounty for three high profile fugitives - former military official Jovito Palparan, former Palawan Gov. Joel Reyes, and Ruben Ecleo of Dinagat Island - to P2 million each. The President also o…

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Shooting not political, says Surigao anti-corruption watchdog

SURIGAO CITY - An anti-corruption watchdog here voiced strong objections and called a “detestable act” local government officials’ declaration that the shooting incident at the Capitol on Monday was politically motivated. Lawyer Victor Bernal, spokesperson of the Coalition…

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Surigao Norte capitol tightens security after failed slay try of Gov Sol

Governor Sol Matugas has ordered tighter security in the premises of the provincial capitol compound after a failed attempt to assassinate her shortly after the 8 a.m. flag-raising ceremony, Monday, Aug. 13, at the capitol grounds in front of the Hall of Justice, Surigao Ci…

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New airline to fly to Basco, Virac, Catarman, and Surigao

BY CAI U. ORDINARIO MANILA, Philippines - A new local airline, SkyJet, will start regular commercial flights to underserved and unserved destinations such as Basco in Batanes; Virac, Catanduanes; Catarman, Northern Samar; and Surigao starting in the first week of October. Th…

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