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Mayor Benjamin Magalong delivered an insightful message during the Empowering Communities on Sustainable Development and Low-Carbon Transition activity held at Ion Hotel, Legarda Road, Baguio City In his message, Mayor Magalong stressed the importance of actively pursuing the Sustainable Development Goals and reducing carbon emissions. He noted the increasingly drastic changes occurring in our environment, such as rising ocean temperatures and the more intense occurrence of typhoons. Notably, 2024 was recorded as the warmest year in the planet’s history, while 2022 saw the highest rate of carbon emissions ever recorded. In response to these challenges, Mayor Magalong is preparing the city to be resilient with the launch of the Resiliency Program, which has been effectively implemented since last year. However, he acknowledged that the city has a long way to go to achieve the true definition of a resilient city. Nevertheless, the city remains steadfast in its commitment to building resilience by 2030. He urged the city leaders to join him in this pursuit. Together, we strive towards a sustainable and resilient future for our city.

CamSur Miss Universe Philippines shares amazing experience in Northern Samar

Region 5

Region 5 / Street Journal

Miss Universe Philippines Camarines Sur Shaina Rabacal shares her amazing experience in Northern Samar. “We are beyond grateful for the warm welcome and incredible experience in Northern Samar during our Miss Universe Philippines journey. The beauty of the province, from its stunning landscapes to its vibrant culture, has truly captured our hearts and we will forever cherish this in our memory. A heartfelt thanks to the Nortehanons for your generosity, kindness, and hospitality. This trip has been a reminder of the strength, resilience, and spirit of the Filipino people. We’re honored to have visited such an amazing place and to have shared in this unforgettable experience with all of you. We can’t wait to return and continue to celebrate the rich heritage of this beautiful region.

Pamumuno ni Governor Guico makasaysayan sa Pangasinan

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Region 1 / Street Journal

LINGAYEN, Pangasinan — Hitik sa makasaysayang pagbabago ang tatlong taong panunungkulan ni Governor Ramon V. Guico III. Sa kanyang ikatlong State of the Province Address, iginiit niya na ito ay bunga ng magaling na pamumuno na pinagsikapang itaguyod ng Pangasinan Ang Galing Team. Ipinagmalaki ni Guico sa kanyang ikatlong State of the Province Address (SOPA) ang mga makasaysayang‘first times’ na nagawa ng kanyang administrasyon sa loob lamang ng tatlong taon kaugnay sa kalusugan, edukasyon, imprastraktura, agrikultura, kalikasan, kabuhayan, pangangasiwa sa yaman ng lalawigan, revenue generation at social services. “We have promised to do this and we succeeded, and we did not need 15 years to do it,” pahayag ng gobernador. Para kay Governor Guico, hindi magiging matagumpay ang mga proyektong ito kung wala ang suporta ng Sangguniang Panlalawigan at 3.2 milyong Pangasinense. Ayon kay Governor Guico, ipagpapatuloy niya ang galing ng Pangasinan. (PIMRO)

21 Isabela farmers to join Seasonal Workers Program in South Korea

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Region 2 / Street Journal

Twenty-one additional farmers from various cities and municipalities in Isabela arrived in South Korea on March 27, 2025 to participate in the Seasonal Workers Program (SWP) in Jinan County. Comprising 16 men and five women, these farmers are first-time participants in the seasonal agricultural sector development program, which is part of the partnership between the Provincial Government of Isabela (PGI) and the Jinan County Agriculture Office in South Korea. The 21 farmers, along with the 12 who arrived earlier on March 18, 2025, will gain firsthand experience with advanced farming techniques and technology while earning a stable income. The province will dispatch more farmers to South Korea in early and mid-April, joining the 33 already sent there. (Isabela PIO)

Second Doc Charles Hamada run on Labor Day

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By Pigeon Lobien It is a go for the family of the late Dr. Charles Hamada who will hold the second run in his honor to benefit Baguio media on May 1. The run honoring the late publisher and general of the Baguio Midland Courier will have three categories – 3 kilometer, 5K and 10 K, said daughter Gabrielle Hamada. Registration for the 3K category of the Dr. Charles Hamada Memorial Run is PhP300, PhP400 for the 5K and PhP500 for the longest category. Onsite registration is at Laperal building until April 26, the family added. Registrants can get a shirt and race bib. The race starts at Burnham Park Igorot Park to Kisad, the Military Cut-off where participants in the 3K will have the frontage of the Kubong Sawali as turning point. The 5 K and 10K runners proceed to the Camp John Hay former Gate 1, beside the Panagbenga Park where the former group takes a U-turn and back to the starting line. The 10 K runners proceed to the Pacdal Circle via South Drive and back to where they started. Assembly time is 4AM, while gun starts at 430 for the 10K runners, 5AM for the 5K runners and 530AM for the 3K participants, said race director Che Alberto. Hamada died in Jan 8, 2016 and his family staged the first run in May 1, 2019 before the pandemic, where the local media as beneficiaries.

Magalong ibinahagi ang hydroponics greenhouse para palakasin ang agrikultura

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Environment / Street Journal

BAGUIO CITY — Pinangunahan ni Mayor Benjamin Magalong ang ceremonial turnover ng anim na hydroponics greenhouses sa iba’t ibang barangay at lokasyon sa loob ng Baguio City, na ginanap sa Irisan Eco Park. Ang hydroponics greenhouses ay ipinamahagi sa Barangay Sto. Niño, Kabayanihan, Outlook Drive, at Imelda Marcos, na may dalawang karagdagang unit na inilaan para sa mismong Irisan Eco Park. Ang inisyatiba na ito ay naglalayong pahusayin ang produksyon ng agrikultura at itaguyod ang napapanatiling mga kasanayan sa pagsasaka sa komunidad. Ito ay isang taon ng pagsasakatuparan para sa Lungsod ng Baguio, dahil ang makabagong pagsulong na ito sa sektor ng agrikultura ay lumabas mula sa direktiba ni Mayor Magalong sa isang Management Committee Meeting noong nakaraang taon. Ayon kay Mayor Magalong,isa ito sa mga paraan ng lungsod para epektibong magamit ang pera ng mga nagbabayad ng buwis sa pamama gitan ng muling pag-invest nito sa komunidad sa pamamagitan ng mga proyekto tulad ng Hydroponics Greenhouses. Bilang karagdagan, ang proyekto ay nakatanggap ng suportang pinansyal na P10 milyon mula sa Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation, and Unity (OPAPRU) upang higit na mapaunlad at mapalawak ang abot nito sa Baguio City. Ipinakikita nito ang pangako ng lungsod sa pagtataguyod ng matalinong pananaw sa lungsod habang inuuna ang pagpapanatili.

Baguio City honored with the Philippine Quality Award from DTI

Baguio City

Baguio City / Street Journal

Mayor Benjamin Magalong was honored with the Philippine Quality Award (PQA) during the DTI Townhall sa Kordilyera, held at the Titanium Hall, Supreme Mall, and Event Center, on April 4. This prestigious award is the highest level of national recognition for exemplary organizational performance, awarded by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to private and public sector organizations that demonstrate excellence in quality, productivity, and overall business performance. This award is a testament to the city’s continued commitment to delivering quality service and promoting good governance to its constituents.

MMA Champ suportado ang kandidatura ni Vergara sa kongreso

Baguio City, Inside Politics

Baguio City, Inside Politics / Street Journal

BAGUIO CITY — Dalawa sa pinakarespetadong Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighters ng Pilipinas na sina Joshua “The Passion” Pacio at Danny “The King” Kingad ng ONE Championship, ang buong-pusong nagpahayag ng kanilang suporta kay Congressional candidate Gladys Vergara at sa mga kasama nitong city councilor aspirants Glenn Gaerlan at Eric Kelly. Ang mga nasabing fighters na hinagaan ng buong mundo ay kilala hindi lamang sa kanilang lakas sa ring kundi sa kanilang integridad at kababaang-loob sa labas nito, Naniniwala sina Pacio at Kingad ang kanilang tiwala sa pamumuno at katangian ng mga kandidato, particular na sa kanilang kasamang MMA fighter na si Kelly. Naniniwala din sila mula sa katauhan ni Vergara at grupo nito ay kumakatawan sa isang tatak ng serbisyo publiko na batayan, taos-puso, at tunay na para sa mga tao. Ang pag-endorso mula sa mga world-class na atleta na ito ay may dalang malakas na mensahe—pagkilala sa mga lider na lumalaban para sa pag-unlad, pagiging patas, at kapakanan ng komunidad na may parehong puso at disiplina na kinakailangan upang makipagkumpetensya sa pinakamataas na antas ng isport. Sa pagpapakita ng suportang ito, ang momentum sa likod nina Vergara, Gaerlan, at Kelly ay patuloy na lumalago—nag-ugat sa pagtitiwala, paglilingkod, at mga pagpapahalaga sa mga mamamayan ng Baguio.

Van nahulog sa bangin, lima patay, siyam sugatan sa Mountain Province

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By Jimmy Ceralde SADANGA, Mountain Province — Limang katao ang namatay, samantalang siyam ang sugatan nang mahulog ang kanilang sinasakyang tourist van sa may 50 metrong lalim ng bangin sa Barangay Ampawilen, Sadanga, Mountain Province, noong gabi ng Abril 4. Sa report ng Sadanga Municipal Police Station, isang puting Nissan van na may plate number na NDA 9883 ang nawalan ng kontrol sa madulas na kalsada at nahulog sa bangin at dumeretso sa ilog dakong alas 10:00 ng gabi, na agad silang nagsagawa ng responde, kasama ang Bureau of Fire Protection. Mabilis namang naiahon ang mga biktima, subalit lima ang idineklarang dead on spot basa sa pagsisiyasat ni Dr. Irene Limmayog, na nakilalang sina Vance Quinto Hernandez Jr., 45, driver, tubong Bulacan; Gerardo Navarro,36,tubong Zamboanga; Veronica Hipolito,36, ng South Cotabato at isang hindi kilalang babae, nakasuot ng kulay abong t-shirt, itim na leggings, samantalang idineklara namang dead on arrival sa ospital si Niño Belando Ang mga sugatan na ngayon ay nasa Bontoc General Hospital, Bontoc, Mountain Province ay sina Mary Joy Reyes,45; Archie Reyes,25; Cherish Quimpan Femal, 20; Manuel Lap,26; Elvis Acupan,25; Ham Sua, Babae, 23; Arlette Sarmiento,23; Christine Cuidamat,20 at Dan Dacoycoy,24. Mahigpit na nagpapaalala ang mga awtoridad na maging maingat ang mga drayber sa pagmamaneho sa bulubunduking lugar ng Cordillera, lalo na’t kapag madulas ang kalsada dulot ng hindi-inaasahan pag-uulan.

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Magalong pursuing a sustainable and resilient future for Baguio