Cagayan de Oro
Oro marks 75th Charter Day
CAGAYAN de Oro City marked its 75th Charter Day with the theme “CDO at 75: Proud of Our Roots, Bold in Our Dreams” (Mapasigarbuhon sa Kagikan, Madasigon sa mga Damgo).
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Cagayan de Oro
Oro reopens Plaza Divisoria for Independence Day
CAGAYAN de Oro City government has reopened the iconic Plaza Divisoria, also known as Golden Friendship Park, in time for the 127th Philippine Independence Day celebration.
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NGCP: Grid support costs up, transmission rates down slightly
THE National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) reported mixed changes in transmission and ancillary service rates, as reflected in the June 2025 electric bills of consumers.
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Basilan declared free of Abu Sayyaf presence
LAMITAN, Basilan was formally declared free of Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) presence on Monday, June 9 — a historic and hard-earned victory, according to Bangsamoro Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua.
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Cagayan de Oro
Rufus honored for legislative leadership
CAGAYAN de Oro City 2nd District Rep. Rufus Rodriguez was formally recognized yesterday during “Pagpupugay para sa mga Kinatawan ng Ika-19 na Kongreso,” a tribute organized by the House of Representatives Secretariat under Secretary General Reginald Velasco.
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Cagayan de Oro
Transport coop head criticizes mayor’s hold on new route plan
LUZMINDA Escobidal, chief executive officer of PN Roa Canitoan Transport Cooperative, expressed disappointment during this morning’s, June 11, Meet the Press forum hosted by the Cagayan de Oro Press Club at SM Downtown.
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Cagayan de Oro
Sibya 2025 highlights ethical storytelling in Mindanao
THE 13th edition of SIBYA 2025, an annual student-led, nonprofit convention for aspiring journalists and communicators, opened Tuesday, June 10, at Cinema 3 of Limketkai Center in Cagayan de Oro City. With the theme “Stories of the South: Defying Conflict with Grounded Sensitivity,” the event brought together students, educators, and media professionals to examine the power of ethical storytelling in shaping Mindanao's narratives.
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Cagayan de Oro
Inaugural SK dancesport tilt champions youth talent, social cause
THE very first Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Dancesport Competition with a cause was successfully held on June 4, at the City Tourism Hall, showcasing not only the talents of the city’s youth but also raising support for a noble cause.
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Cagayan de Oro
Yvy Emano takes oath, honors late father in emotional speech
CAGAYAN de Oro re-elected 2nd District City Councilor Yevonna Yacine ‘Yvy’ Emano took her oath of office on June 9 before Gusa Barangay Chairman Marlo Tabac during the barangay’s weekly flag-raising ceremony.
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Cagayan de Oro
Community cleanup clears Oro creeks
A community-led cleanup cleared sections of Kolambog Creek and Bitan-ag Creek near Ma. Reyna Hospital in Barangay 36, as part of the city’s ongoing efforts to reduce flooding and improve waterways.
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Cagayan de Oro
Oro inaugurates leachate treatment facility
CAGAYAN de Oro City government has officially inaugurated a wastewater treatment facility capable of processing 300 cubic meters of landfill leachate per day, supporting its environmental compliance and waste management initiatives.
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Cagayan de Oro
Youth urged to lead anti-drug, security efforts
THE City Anti-Drug Abuse Council (Cadac) has called on young leaders to take an active role in addressing illegal drugs and security threats within their communities.
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