The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is targetting to complete more than 400 infrastructure projects in Zamboanga Peninsula (Region 9) that will be crucial to sustain the economic development in Mindanao.
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Roger Mercado (Courte
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) said fisherfolk in Barangay San Agustin, Occidental Mindoro reported an increase in their daily catch following the implementation of its “lambaklad” distribution program. In a recent news statement, BFAR said the fishermen are now catching at least a hundred kilograms of fish…
Kennon Road (File photo) MANILA - President Rodrigo Roa Duterte has signed into law an act mandating the full rehabilitation and maintenance of Kennon Road, one of the major access roads leading to the Benguet province. Republic Act No. 11604 mandates the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to undertake the full rehabilitation of the 33.534-kilometer Kennon Road stretching from the Municipality of Rosario, Province of La Union to Baguio City. After that time, the DPWH will be responsible for the maintenance of Kennon Road and will ensure that it remains safe and optimally serviceable. The DPWH, in coordination with the Cordillera Regional office of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, will evaluate and assess the current condition of Kennon Road to identify the necessary engineering works to be undertaken for the rehabilitation of the said road. A feasibility study will be conducted by the DPWH to primarily plan the extent and duration of the rehabilitation o
MORE BUS TRIPS. Buses serving nearby provinces and other regions wait for their departure schedule at the Integrated Bus Terminal (IBT) in Zamboanga City. Rafael Derick Evangelista III, the IBT administrator, announced Thursday (Dec. 16, 2021) an increase in both inbound and outbound passengers following the easing of restrictions as this city was placed under Alert Level 2 early this month. (Photo from the IBT Facebook page) ZAMBOANGA CITY - The number of travelers from and to this city has notably increased following the easing of restrictions since it was placed under Alert Level 2 effective December 1. Movement of persons under Alert Level 2 is allowed except for restrictions based on age and comorbidities, as may be determined by local government units. Rafael Derick Evangelista III, the local integrated bus terminal (IBT) administrator, said Thursday the number of passengers they serve increased to 800 outbound and 1,000 inbound passengers daily this month. He said the increase i