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STRICT IMPLEMENTATION OF HELMET USE IN THE PROVINCE IS ENDORSED BY THE NORTHERN SAMAR-PPOC

The Northern Samar Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) chaired by Governor Edwin Ongchuan passed a resolution for the strict enforcement of helmet use and other traffic and road safety laws within Northern Samar. The resolution was approved during the recent Joint PPOC-Provincial Development Council Meeting at the Provincial Capitol in response to motor vehicle accidents in the province, The increase in vehicular accidents has been attributed to inadequate observance of traffic laws such as drunk driving, unlicensed driving, and non-use of helmets. To address these issues, the PPOC moved for strict compliance with Republic Act 10054 which mandates helmet use for motorcycle riders, enjoining the Land Transportation Office and Philippine National Police to strictly enforce this measure.   In deference to the national measure and the valid concern raised by Second District BM  Don Abalon related to this national policy which he said, may be abused by perpetrators to hi...
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NORTHERN SAMAR POLICE UNDEGO SURPRISE MANDATORY DRUG TESTING

The Northern Samar Police Provincial Office (NSPPO) remains resolute in its mission to combat illegal drug use not only within the community but also within its ranks, demonstrating its dedication to public service and accountability. The NSPPO, under the leadership of Provincial Director PCOL SONNIE B OMENGAN, conducted a surprise mandatory drug test for all its personnel today, December 9, 2024.  The testing took place immediately after the regular Monday Flag Raising Ceremony on December 9, 2024, at the NSPPO Covered Court and was facilitated by the Provincial Forensic Unit. PCOL OMENGAN personally led the initiative, ensuring the participation of all uniformed and non-uniformed personnel of the PPO. Provincial Director PCOL  OMENGAN, in his statement, he underscored the significance of the activity, highlighting its role in reinforcing public trust and maintaining the integrity of the police force. “This initiative reflects our unwavering commitment to a drug-free workplac...
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13 SOLDIERS RECEIVED AWARDS WHO NEUTRALIZED TOP NPA LEADERS IN NORTHERN SAMAR

“The community relies on us, so let us continue with our efforts and sustain our gains against the insurgents. Let us stay committed and achieve total victory for peace and progress in the community,” Maj. Gen. Orio said. In an awarding ceremony held at 19IB Headquarters at Barangay Opong, Las Navas, Northern Samar on December 9, 2024. The 8th Infantry Division Commander, Major General Adonis Ariel Orio commended the operating troops of the 19th Infantry Battalion for their accomplishments in operations that led to the neutralization of top Communist-Terrorist leaders in Northern Samar. He congratulated and awarded three Silver Cross Medals and one Military Merit Medal with Bronze Spearhead Device in recognition of the troops' role in neutralizing seven members of the Communist Terrorist Group (CTG), including alias Polly, the Secretary of Sub-Regional Committee (SRC) Emporium. The operation also led to the capture of high-powered and low-powered firearms, and other war materials o...
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6 NPA KILLED, 4 FIREARMS SEIZED IN LAS NAVAS NORTHERN SAMAR CLASH

Six Communist NPA Terrorists (CNTs) were killed while four firearms were seized during the conduct of Joint Focused Military Operations of the 19th Infantry “Commando” Battalion, 8th Infantry “Stormtroopers” Division, Philippine Army in the hinterlands of Barangay Paco, Las Navas, Northern Samar on December 02, 2024. The operation was conducted following the information given by a concerned civilian that a group of armed men was seen passing through a hinterland area of the said barangay. These CTG members belong to the Sub-Regional Committee (SRC) Emporium, Eastern Visyas Regional Party Committee (EVRPC) under Ariel Baselga alias poly/Aries. They are notorious Communist NPA Terrorists (CNTs) who perpetrated numerous atrocities in the areas of Northern Samar and were encountered early morning, today.  Based on the accounts of the encountered government troops, the terrorist's hideouts were heavily fortified and surrounded by prohibited anti-personnel mines (APMs) that prompted the ...
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GROUNDBREAKING SAN 3.18MW MAWO HYDROELECTRIC POWER PLANT GIN DUMARA

Northern Samar/November 11, 2024---Sayo sa mga patitad pagbaton ngan paghatag sin clean nga affordable nga kuryente sa probensya san Northern Samar gin dumara an  groundbreaking ceremony san  3.18 MW Mawo Hydroelectric Power Plant didto sa  Brgy. Happy Valley, San Isidro, Northern Samar sito November 9, 2024. Ini pinaagi san partnership san NORSAMELCO nga EBATECH nga yana naka- register bilang EBATECH NORSAMELCO ENERGY CORPORATION, kun diin ini igin antispar nga mahuhuman nga project ngan  makag-start  pag-operate sini nga  madaraon nga January 1, 2028.  An Mawo Power plant ini ig kokonikta diritso sa power system san Norsamelco, diin magdadara ini  sin habubu nga transmission costs, ngan an electricity costs sin P 0.4482 per kWh ngan magdadara ini sin barato nga presyo san kuryente para san mga nortehanon. Lain pa ini nga project makakaghatag liwat sin trabaho ngada sin  29 positions para san skilled ngan  unskilled worker dida sa ...
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SOLAR WATER SYSTEM PROJECT IN PALAPAG COMPLETED

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 CATARMAN, NORTHERN SAMAR/JUNE 8, 2024---Mayor Fawa Batula of Palapag express her/his gratitude that in realization of the Palapag Solar Water System, to DPWH 2nd District, in particular, for bringing this goods news of this project to the LGU of Palapag na makakabenefit ay hindi lamang po ang mga ahensya na nandyaan kundi ang buong sektor at ng mamayan ng Palapag the mayor said.” After the Department of Public Works and Highways Northern Samar Second District Engineering Office (DPWH-NSSDEO) has completed the solar-powered water system facility in Brgy. Tinampo, Palapag, Northern Samar, aiding water supply to institutional centers located near the project. The said Solar Water System project in Palapag, Northern Samar, started on September 5, 2023, with a budget appropriation of P10 Million from the 2023 General Appropriations Act (GAA), intended for the construction of structural, architectural, electrical, and finishing works of the powerhouse, and installation of 18 units solar...
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SUGATANG NPA NADAKIP AT MGA ARMAS NA REKOBER SA SERYENG INGKWENTRO NG SUNDALO AT NPA SA NORTHERN SAMAR

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CATARMAN, NORTHERN SAMAR/JUNE 5, 2024---Isang sugatang NPA  member ang nadakip ng kasundaluhan matapos ang ingkwentro konta sa mga rebelde  doon sa  kabundukanng parte ng  Brgy. Igot, Pambujan, Northern Samar noong June 1, 2024. Itoy matapos ang  19th Infantry “Commando” Battalion, Philippine Army, isagawa ang focused military operation matapos matangap ang inpormasyon mula sa isang  concerned civilian na may mga armadong grupo sa  Brgy. Igot  na nagsasagawa ng  extortion activities. Banda alas  5:30 ng umaga ay naka ingkwentro ng  tropa ang mga  rebelde na umabot sa limang minuto ang palitan nga putok kung saan nakuha ng kasundaluhan ang isang  M16 rifle at mga personal belongings ng mga rebelde. Sa araw din na iyon ay nakatanggap ng text message ang tropa ng gobyerno mula sa isang  concerned citizen na may  wounded individual sa  Brgy. Chapel na malapit sa Pambujan River. Ang sugtan ay nakilala na si Lagi ...
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