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News from the City Government and around Naga City.

MNWD enhances water infrastructure for future growth

THE Metropolitan Naga Water District (MNWD) is pursuing its expansion program to meet the water requirements of its concessionaires, particularly in Naga, a rapidly growing city.  In the coming years, Naga will be operating the 25-hectare Naga City Industrial Park…

Naga Climbs 73 Spots in Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2024

Naga City is ranked among the top 1000 cities in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index by StartupBlink for 2024, climbing 73 spots globally from rank 904th to 831st worldwide. The city’s performance demonstrated a positive momentum for three years in a row. Naga is one of only five cities in the Philippines that made it to the global ranking. The other cities are Manila, Cebu City, Cagayan De Oro, and Davao.

Naga Steps Towards an IOT-Ready Philippines at IOTCON2024

The Internet of Things (IoT) Conference 2024 in Region 5, powered by Packetworx and Redwizard Events Technology, alongside the City Government of Naga, DICT, ADNU MAGIS TBI, HaKa Naga, and Metro Naga ICT Council, marks a significant step towards an…

Empowered Bicolanas in ICT Unite at DIWA

In a collaborative effort to empower women and girls in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), the Digital Innovation for Women Advancement (DIWA) gathered at Ateneo de Naga University on May 29, 2024. It aimed to unite women…

Naga slates 1st Anti-Dangerous Drugs Summit

ANTI-ILLEGAL DRUG EFFORTS – The Anti-Dangerous Drugs Summit is one of the many efforts of the City Government to combat illegal drug use in Naga. (File) THE local judiciary and City Government of Naga will host the city’s first-ever Anti-Dangerous…

Naga hosts 3-day ICT regional summit

BRINGING ICT OPPORTUNITIES TO NAGA – Naga City was selected to host multiple ICT gatherings and conferences as part of the City Government’s push for a more tech-focused Naga. (Ramil Herrera Jr./CEPPIO) THE LAST 3 days of May were exciting…

NAGA CITY: ON THE RISE IN ICT

Commencing the series of ICT events this week, the Regional ICT Summit and Exhibitions (RISE) 5 launched successfully at the Alingal Multipurpose Hall, Ateneo de Naga University, organized by the DICT in collaboration with the City Government of Naga, ADNU…

City streets named after Roco, Felipe Jr

IMMORTALIZING TWO NAGUEÑO FIGURES – City Councilor Jose Perez, Chairman of the Committee on Culture and the Arts, is spearheading the naming of two unnamed streets within CBDII. (Sangguniang Panlungsod ng Naga/File) TWO busy unnamed streets in the city Central…

Naga to have new fire HQ, more modern life-saving equipment

BETTER FACILITIES FOR FIRE RESPONSE – Mayor Legacion together with officials from the Bureau of Fire Protection Region 5, notably its Regional Director, FSUPT Ricardo C. Perdigon, DSC, during the Groundbreaking Ceremony held last Tuesday, May 14, 2024. (Ramil Herrera…

PAGCOR Building, not hazardous; all issues addressed

The PAGCOR Multipurpose Evacuation Center is a part of the Balatas Development Complex. Home to many of the city’s future development projects. Recent reports have been circulating regarding the construction of the PAGCOR Multipurpose Evacuation Center located within the Balatas…

Executive Order for the upcoming Peñafrancia Festival 2024, signed by Mayor Legacion

In preparation for the upcoming Centenary Celebration of the Canonical Coronation of Our Lady of Peñafrancia this September, Mayor Nelson Legacion formally signed Executive Order No. 2024-007 yesterday, March 7, 2024. The Executive Order mandates the establishment of committees and support groups, along with the appointment of dedicated chairpersons, to ensure the seamless execution of the Peñafrancia Festival. This directive comes at a pivotal time as the Pilgrim City prepares for the grand celebration of the Canonical Coronation of our Beloved Ina.

ComNet 2024-2026 officers take oath of office

THE Philippine Information Agency Camarines Sur Communicators Network (PIA Camarines Sur CommNet), an organization of public information officers working at local government units and other public agencies, recently conducted its oath-taking ceremonies for the new set of officers who will serve from 2024 to 2026.

Bicol’s top cop lauds Naga Mayor for CeSaR project

PBGen Andre Perez Dizon, the PRO5 Regional Director, expressed his gratitude to Naga City Mayor Nelson Legacion for allocating a parcel of land within a compound for the establishment of the Naga City Police Office (NCPO) headquarters.

Naga to further improve its garbage disposal system

IN an effort to enhance its garbage disposal system, the local government unit of Naga, through its Solid Waste Management Office (SWMO), is organizing a seminar-workshop. The initiative aims to familiarize the city’s 27 barangays with effective approaches for waste…