DOH pushes for stronger road safety messaging in NorMin
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Road crashes remain among the leading causes of death in the Philippines, prompting the Department of Health Center for Health Development Northern Mindanao (DOH-CHDNM) to lead efforts to improve how road safety is communicated to the public From April 6 to 8, health officials and partner agencies gathered at De Luxe […]
596 Malaybalay tricycle drivers receive P5K government cash aid
MALAYBALAY CITY — A total of 596 tricycle drivers here received P5,000 each in cash assistance from the national government on April 8 to help address the impact of rising fuel prices on transport workers The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) regional office led the distribution as part of social protection efforts for […]
PhilHealth NorMin rolls out GAMOT program in Bukidnon
MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon – The PhilHealth Regional Office 10 formally launched its Guaranteed and Accessible Medications for Outpatient Treatment (GAMOT) program during a ceremonial event at D’ Garden Party Venue, Brgy. 1, Malaybalay City, on April 14, 2026, anchored on the theme “Lunas na GAMOT, YAKAP sa Bawat Pilipino.” Leading the rollout were Regional Vice […]
NorMinRIPE 2026 expands to Valencia City, promotes inclusive innovation
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Valencia City will host the Northern Mindanao Regional Innovation Program and Exhibit (NorMinRIPE) 2026, in an effort to promote inclusive innovation and strengthen the region’s innovation ecosystem The initiative is part of the observance of National Innovation Day on April 21. In Northern Mindanao, the activity has expanded into a […]
₱108-M grains center rises in Bukidnon, boosting rice sector
MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon – In a significant stride for the province’s agricultural future, Gov. Rogelio Neil P. Roque led the testing and commissioning of the ₱108,041,371.00 Bukidnon Provincial Grains Center in Barangay Sinabuagan, Valencia City, Bukidnon, on April 8, 2026 The event marked the unveiling of a modern and efficient facility poised to revitalize the […]
BFAR cites Bukidnon’s strong potential in tilapia production
MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon – With its rich and abundant water resources, Bukidnon holds vast potential for aquaculture—particularly in tilapia production—an official of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) emphasized during Bukidnon’s 2nd Tilapia Festival, held April 15, 2026, at the Centennial Backstage, Kaamulan Park in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon Gekie S. Sy, senior agriculturist […]
DA assures ample food supply in NorMin despite price hikes
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Department of Agriculture (DA) in Northern Mindanao has assured the public of sufficient food supply in the region despite rising prices driven by higher transport costs DA Regional Executive Director Jose Apollo Y. Pacamalan said rice and other key commodities remain adequate to meet local demand in the coming […]
DOH certifies 32 workplaces in NorMin as ‘Mother, Baby Friendly’
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Department of Health Center for Health Development–Northern Mindanao (DOH-10) reported that 32 workplaces in Northern Mindanao were certified as “Mother-Baby Friendly” in 2025 The update was presented at a meeting with members of the technical working group of the Regional Nutrition Committee-10 on March 17. Through quarterly monitoring […]
PDEA destroys P142M worth of illegal drugs in Northern Mindanao
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) destroyed illegal drugs and expired medicines worth P142,109,254.33 on March 25 in Cagayan de Oro City, removing them from circulation and preventing reuse PDEA Director General Isagani R. Nerez said the destruction reflects the impact of anti-drug operations on communities. “Each gram of illegal […]
Bukidnon launches TF Energy Resiliency; drafts contingency plan
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (April 8, 2026, 7:02 pm) – The Bukidnon provincial government on Wednesday launched a Task Force on Petroleum and Energy Resiliency (TF-PER) to draft a contingency plan to mitigate the impact of oil price hikes driven by Middle East tensions In a statement, TF-PER chairperson and Provincial Board Member Oliver Owen Garcia […]