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The Divine Mercy Shrine in Barangay Ulaliman, El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental, features the 50-foot statue of Jesus Christ and is considered as one of the religious and tourist attractions visited by thousands of people, especially during Lent. (Jigger J. Jerusalem/davaotoday.com)

Thousands expected to visit Normin religious sites during Lent

Post author:JIGGER J. JERUSALEM
Post published:April 13, 2019
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More than half a million individuals are expected to visit the various pilgrimage sites in Northern Mindanao, especially in Misamis Oriental, during the Holy Week, a tourism official said.

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Lumad leaders cry for justice for Datu Kaylo, 40

Post author:KEN E. CAGULA
Post published:April 13, 2019
Post category:Headline Human Rights
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The family, friends, and militant indigenous people or Lumad groups mourned the sudden demise of one of its leaders, Datu Kaylo Bontulan who was killed during a military aerial bombardment in Kitaotao, Bukidnon, on Sunday, April 7.

Engr. Froilan Rigor of Philippine Institute of Environmental Planners said that urban railway transit is the solution for the city’s rapidly growing population. (Ray Francis Villarias/davaotoday.com)

PHABS buses will continue to operate despite end of school year

Post author:DAVAO TODAY
Post published:April 12, 2019
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There is no order from the city government to stop the implementation of the Peak Hours Augmentation Bus Services (PHABS) in the city.

VENERATION. The Catholic faithful fall in line to kiss the cross as a symbol of faith after the Good Friday Mass at Davao's San Pedro Cathedral. (Mara S. Genotiva/davaotoday.com)

Security measures up for Lenten season in Davao

Post author:KATH M. CORTEZ
Post published:April 11, 2019
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With the expected influx of both local and foreign visitors in celebration of the Lenten season, authorities in Davao City are now on full security alert.

Colorful balloons flying in the blue sky

Ordinance to ban release of flying balloons, lanterns in Davao

Post author:DAVAO TODAY
Post published:April 11, 2019
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A member of the Sangguniang Panlungsod (SP) in Davao City has introduced a legislative measure that seeks to ban the release of flying balloons and sky lanterns during events and occasions.

Thousands expected to visit Normin religious sites during Lent

Lumad leaders cry for justice for Datu Kaylo, 40

PHABS buses will continue to operate despite end of school year

Security measures up for Lenten season in Davao

Ordinance to ban release of flying balloons, lanterns in Davao

Security up, but not enough: Davao public schools face readiness gaps

Davao fishers fear smaller catches as very strong El Niño loom

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