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Off-grid cooperatives slam power rate hike as ‘unfair punishment’ for island residents
A national association representing isolated electric cooperatives has condemned a regulatory decision to raise power rates in off-grid areas (including Oriental and Occidental Mindoro), warning…
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Off-grid cooperatives slam power rate hike as ‘unfair punishment’ for island residents
A national association representing isolated electric cooperatives has condemned a regulatory decision to raise power rates in off-grid areas (including Oriental and Occidental Mindoro), warning the increases…
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Off-grid cooperatives slam power rate hike as ‘unfair punishment’ for island residents
A national association representing isolated electric cooperatives has condemned a regulatory decision to raise power rates in off-grid areas…
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Teen Girl Missing in Mindoro Since Oct. 9
Loved ones and friends are searching for a 15-year-old girl who has been missing since Oct. 9 from Barangay…
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Mindoro eyed as renewable energy hub in DMCI rural development plan
The island province of Mindoro could become a major renewable energy hub under Philippine conglomerate DMCI Holdings’ rural development…
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Coral-Eating Starfish Removed for Mindoro Reef Protection
Marine scientists and LGU personnel conducted a removal operation of Crown of Thorns Starfish in the waters off Barangay…
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Romel “Direk” Ferriol Bernardo
Bernardo Creative Ventures, Inc., the company behind Direk Fuels, Oriental Mindoro’s homegrown gas station chain, and Direk Builders, which rents out heavy equipment, is expanding its portfolio by venturing into online media and content production.
The company’s entry into news media is not surprising, as its founder and CEO, Romel “Direk” Bernardo, was a television writer, producer, and director for over 15 years. From 2002 to 2007, he served as a researcher, writer, and producer for GMA-7’s top-rating show Imbestigador before becoming the executive producer for ABS-CBN’s award-winning documentary program, The Correspondents.
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Off-grid cooperatives slam power rate hike as ‘unfair punishment’ for island residents
A national association representing isolated electric cooperatives has condemned a regulatory decision to raise power rates in off-grid areas (including Oriental and Occidental Mindoro), warning the increases will push hundreds of thousands into poverty while punishing island provinces still dependent…
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CAAP Issues Power Bank Restrictions Ahead of Holy Week Travel
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Oriental Mindoro’s Government Gears Up for Holy Week Travel Rush
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PH’s First Salt Industry Registration Scheme Launched in Mindoro
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San Jose Offers Multiple Transpo Options to, from Mindoro Island
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DPWH MIMAROPA Reactivates Motorists’ Assistance Team for Holy Week 2025
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Baco Prepares for Summer Tourism Surge
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CAAP Issues Power Bank Restrictions Ahead of Holy Week Travel
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Oriental Mindoro’s Government Gears Up for Holy Week Travel Rush
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PH’s First Salt Industry Registration Scheme Launched in Mindoro
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San Jose Offers Multiple Transpo Options to, from Mindoro Island
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DPWH MIMAROPA Reactivates Motorists’ Assistance Team for Holy Week 2025
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Baco Prepares for Summer Tourism Surge
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Off-grid cooperatives slam power rate hike as ‘unfair punishment’ for island residents
A national association representing isolated electric cooperatives has condemned a regulatory decision to raise power rates in off-grid areas (including Oriental and Occidental Mindoro), warning…
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CAAP Issues Power Bank Restrictions Ahead of Holy Week Travel
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Oriental Mindoro’s Government Gears Up for Holy Week Travel Rush
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PH’s First Salt Industry Registration Scheme Launched in Mindoro
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San Jose Offers Multiple Transpo Options to, from Mindoro Island
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DPWH MIMAROPA Reactivates Motorists’ Assistance Team for Holy Week 2025
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Baco Prepares for Summer Tourism Surge
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CAAP Issues Power Bank Restrictions Ahead of Holy Week Travel
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has issued a reminder about power bank restrictions as travelers prepare for Holy Week flights, one of the busiest travel periods…
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Oriental Mindoro’s Government Gears Up for Holy Week Travel Rush
Government agencies in Oriental Mindoro have implemented comprehensive measures to manage the anticipated influx of passengers during Holy Week. The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) and the Provincial Disaster Risk…
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PH’s First Salt Industry Registration Scheme Launched in Mindoro
Salt farmers in Occidental Mindoro were the first to participate in a new registration process launched by the Philippine government this week, as authorities seek to revive the country’s…
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San Jose Offers Multiple Transpo Options to, from Mindoro Island
San Jose, Occidental Mindoro – The San Jose Tourism Office has released an updated comprehensive transportation guide showing various travel options connecting this western Mindoro municipality with Manila and…
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DPWH MIMAROPA Reactivates Motorists’ Assistance Team for Holy Week 2025
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) – MIMAROPA has reactivated its “Lakbay Alalay” Motorist Roadside Assistance Centers in anticipation of the influx of travelers for Holy Week…
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Baco Prepares for Summer Tourism Surge
Local government authorities in Baco have conducted safety inspections at popular tourist resorts as the summer season officially begins, with large visitor numbers expected in the coming months. The…