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LTO chief named Sultan Paramount of Lanao

Sultan Monadato Mangadang was enthroned as Sultan Paramount of Minsupala, as traditional leaders renewed calls for the reinstatement of the Lanao Advisory Council for peace.

Aussie firm to build P339-m plant in PHIVIDEC

PHIVIDEC Administrator Joseph Donato Bernedo confirms a P339-million manufacturing deal with Newly Weds Foods Australia, set to rise in Tagoloan and create new local jobs.

City hall loan sparks debate

A proposed P8.5-billion loan for a modern government complex in Upper Carmen has ignited a political firestorm between Mayor Rolando Uy and critic Rep. Lordan Suan.

City Hall details P8.5b complex plan amid pushback

Cagayan de Oro officials are defending a controversial P8.5 billion loan for a new government complex, citing modernization and efficiency despite criticism from Rep. Suan.

Transport strike rocks Iligan; 600 drivers demand P5 fare hike

Over 600 Iligan City jeepney drivers launched a three-day transport strike Wednesday, demanding a P5 fare hike and fuel tax suspension amid soaring operational costs.

Labor coalition warns: Marcos energy emergency ‘prone to abuse’ without clear plan

The Nagkaisa Labor Coalition warns President Marcos’s energy emergency lacks a clear roadmap, urging for worker subsidies and meaningful consultation to prevent potential power abuse.

Oro okays fuel-based motorela fares matrix

Cagayan de Oro implements a new tiered motorela fare system based on current fuel prices, ensuring fair rates for drivers and commuters during the inflation surge.

Oil crisis squeezing jeepney drivers, gas stations

As fuel prices spike, the Oro Chamber convenes major distributors and government agencies to address the supply stability and economic pressure facing Cagayan de Oro’s businesses.

Oro transport strike fizzles out

Normin drivers push back vs fare hike suspension

Pass P200 wage hike now, labor tells Congress

The National Wage Coalition demands an urgent P200 legislated wage increase and a special Congressional session to shield Filipino workers from skyrocketing fuel and transport costs.

Cabanlas pushes ban on bars near Edca site

Councilor Edgardo Cabanlas pushes for a preemptive commercial bar ban near Lumbia Air Base, citing concerns over crime and exploitation linked to increased EDCA military presence.