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A collection of posts about Davao del Norte, a province in the Davao Region of Mindanao, Philippines. This category covers the area widely known as the “Banana Capital of the Philippines” and serves as a gateway to the beautiful beaches of the Island Garden City of Samal.
Panabo City is taking a major step forward in sustainable infrastructure. Davao Light and Power Company (DLPC) has begun constructing an unmanned digital substation inside the Anflo industrial estate. This green facility marks an exciting development for the local economy and the communities that depend on reliable power in the area. The project broke ground…
The Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC) Project, widely known as the DavSam Bridge, has reached nearly 60 percent completion, bringing the Island Garden City of Samal closer to a transformative connection with Davao City. John Christian Gaden, project engineer of the SIDC, announced the milestone on June 9, 2026. He confirmed that construction is on…
The Island Garden City of Samal (IGACOS) has reached a major milestone in its infrastructure development as Davao Light and Power Co. Inc. formally assumed electricity distribution operations in the remaining 20 barangays across Samal Island and Talicud Island following a court order implemented on May 28, 2026. In a statement, Davao Light confirmed that…
Discovery Samal, one of the premier resort destinations on Samal Island in the Davao Region, is putting the spotlight on destination weddings with the launch of its first-ever bridal fair, From First Kiss to Forever Bliss. Set to run from June 12 to 14, 2026, the three-day event brings together wedding professionals, designers, suppliers, and…
The Island Garden City of Samal (IGACOS) demonstrated remarkable community resilience this week as local authorities swiftly responded to the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck off Maasim, Sarangani on Monday morning, June 8, 2026. Immediate Response City Mayor Lemuel T. Reyes immediately placed Samal Island under Blue Alert following the powerful tremor. The local government…
SAMAL ISLAND – Local government units and residents across Samal Island have intensified disaster preparedness operations following the state weather bureau’s declaration of the Southwest Monsoon, or Habagat, season. Community cleanup drives, drainage clearing, and coastal monitoring have been deployed to mitigate flooding and storm risks. Consequently, the coordinated effort aims to safeguard vulnerable coastal…
The Island Garden City of Samal (IGACOS), led by Mayor Lemuel T. Reyes, has secured support from the European Union and the national government for a proposed sustainable solid waste management public-private partnership (PPP) project — a major step forward for environmental stewardship on the island. The ceremonial signing of the PPP Feasibility Support for…
Your intramurals start next week and you still do not have jerseys. Or your team qualified for a tournament you did not expect. It happens more often than you think. We handle rush orders at our Tagum City branches regularly, and we have a streamlined process to get your jerseys done fast without cutting corners…