Davao’s Catholic schools gear up for environment summit

DAVAO CITY — “Puno ng Buhay sa Ilog na Buhay.” The Davao Association of Colleges and Schools (DACS) prepares and chooses that theme for the second environment summit on July 27-28, 2007.

The first gathering was held successfully last year with the support of the various colleges and universities in Davao, Digos, Tagum and Mati (DADITAMA) regions.
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Braga wants e-jeepneys in Davao

In a privilege speech, Councilor Pilar Braga touted the 12-seater electric vehicle "as the next Philippine transport icon." The e-jeepneys, she said, "are aimed to demonstrate that there are climate-friendly alternatives to the current polluting modes of public transportation in the Philippines. Aside from its non-pollutive effect, it is also very economical and very good for the owners and drivers as it will increase their income compared to the use of diesel/gas."

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Davao Oriental joins SMED Week celebration

DAVAO CITY — THE province of Davao Oriental has lined up several activities as it joins the celebration of the Small and Medium Enterprise Development (SMED) Week on July 16 to 21.

The Provincial SMED Council (PSMEDC), headed by Louis N. Rabat, has encouraged all its members to support the organization?s activities for the occasion.
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Anakpawis urge Kapitan Tibay to demand speedy probe of murder

Davao City ? Anakpawis is challenging here today Barangay Captain Colberto Tibay to demand for a speedy and genuine investigation on the killing of Alfonso Capiales and to order the immediate pull-out of military troop in Barangay Magsaysay.
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