A fire broke out in a residential community in Sitio 6, Barangay Catmon, on Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 22, authorities said. According to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), the blaze started around 4:49 p.m. and reached the second alarm at 4:57 p.m., The blaze was raised to the third alarm at...
Two individuals were confirmed dead after an explosion occurred at a suspected firecracker factory in Barangay Partida, Norzagaray, on Wednesday, Oct. 22. Residents reported hearing a loud explosion that shook the area shortly before noon. Responding teams from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)...
A third-year college student fell victim to a violent snatching incident at the Lawton underpass on his way home to Quezon City. The suspect, who posed as a beggar asking for spare change, has since been arrested and presented to the media by Manila officials. According to reports, the victim, ...
The Valenzuela City Government was recognized by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) for its innovation-driven approach to local governance, earning a Special Citation in the 2025 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit Awards. Mayor Weslie “Wes” Gatchalian personally...
The Navotas City government has issued an advisory on road closures, cemetery regulations, and safety reminders in preparation for the observance of Undas 2025, to ensure an orderly and peaceful visit to local cemeteries. According to the Public Information Office (PIO), Gov. A. Pascual Street will...
A man was arrested this afternoon after he was caught in the act of vandalizing a concrete post of the Light Rail Transit (LRT) at the corner of Recto Avenue and Legarda Street in Sampaloc, Manila, on Tuesday, Oct. 21. The Manila Police District (MPD) identified the suspect as Georel Albaña, 28,...
A man was arrested by the Manila Police District (MPD) after allegedly stealing the motorcycle of a gasoline boy in Malate, Manila. According to police reports, the suspect approached the victim and claimed that his own motorcycle had broken down. He then asked to borrow the victim’s motorcycle...
Manila Police District (MPD) Station 3 Commander Lt. Col. Rexson Layug, together with Blumentritt Police Community Precinct (PCP) Chief Cpt. Ferdie Cayabyab, paid a courtesy visit to Manila North Cemetery (MNC) Director Daniel Dandan Tan to discuss safety and security protocols for the annual...
The Ospital ng Tondo (OsTon) has successfully retained its ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification following a recent surveillance audit, an achievement that underscores the hospital’s dedication to excellence in healthcare service. Hospital Director Dr. Edwin C. Perez said the...
The Malabon City government inaugurated the first floor of a new apartment-type tomb facility at the Tugatog Public Cemetery (TPC) on Tuesday, Oct. 21, to provide additional burial spaces and ensure a smooth and orderly observance of Undas 2025. Mayor Jeannie Sandoval, together with former...
The Mandaluyong City Prosecutor’s Office junked on Monday, Oct. 20, the criminal complaints filed by businessman Charlie “Atong” Ang against whistleblower Julie “Dondon” Patidongan and Alan “Brown” Bantiles due to lack of evidence. In a resolution dated Sept. 30, prosecutors ruled...
A bomb threat at Jose Abad Santos High School (JASHS) in Binondo, Manila, was reported on Monday, Oct. 20, following a message received by a student via a Facebook group chat. Glenmore Rodrigo, 21, a student of JASHS, noticed a message in their group chat (Rover Circle 14 Facebook group) sent at...
