DMW, DepEd roll out reintegration programs for returning OFWs in NorMin
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (PIA) —The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW)-10 and Department of Education (DepEd)-10 rolled out reintegration programs for returning overseas Filipino workers during the Balikbayang Manggagawa National Reintegration Network Regional Fair on April 13 in Cagayan de Oro City The activity brought together government agencies to provide employment services, livelihood support, and […]
DENR ‘Permitting on Wheels’ speeds up processing of environmental permits in NorMin
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY —The Department of Environment and Natural Resources in Northern Mindanao (DENR-10) conducted its “Permitting on Wheels” caravan in this city from April 14 to 15, allowing businesses and residents to access faster processing of environmental permits, clearances, and related documents The initiative, done in partnership with the regional offices of the […]
DA-10 gives farmers fuel aid, expands Kadiwa to lower farm products prices
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY —The Department of Agriculture in Northern Mindanao is providing fuel assistance and expanding food access programs as rising transport and farm input costs push inflation higher in the region During the March 2026 Inflation Report virtual press conference on April 14, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)-10 reported that inflation in Northern […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
4ID cites EDCA’s role in strengthening defense, community resilience
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Strengthening national security is vital for economic growth and community development as the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) continues to enhance its capabilities through the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) and joint training exercises with allied forces 4th Infantry Division (4ID) spokesperson Lt. Col. Joe Patrick Martinez said the […]