PIA Eastern Visayas

A total of 1,907 farmers and fisherfolk from three towns in Eastern Samar received P4.43 million in government assistance as agricultural communities prepare for the possible effects of a very strong El Niño. Full story: pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/e… #IntegratedStateMedia #ISM

UP Tacloban showcased photos, brochures, and poetry books highlighting lived experiences and aspirations of community members in disaster situations through the “Paglaum, Pag-uswag: A Photovoice Exhibit on Redefining Resilience from Tacloban and Guiuan.” pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/u…

LTFRB Eastern Visayas is strengthening its monitoring of public utility vehicles to ensure eligible passengers receive the mandatory 20% fare discount during the expected surge in travel for Undas. Full story: pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/l…

The city government of Tacloban is strengthening its preparations for a possible very strong El Niño, prioritizing water security, emergency supplies, and coordinated response measures to mitigate the effects of prolonged dry conditions. Full story: pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/t…

Ha mando ni Presidente Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., ginlansar han Department of Justice Action Center an Katarungan Caravan nga naghahatag hin libre nga serbisyo legal kun diin an panuyo amo an iharani an hustisya ha mga nanginginahanglan. #BagongPilipinas #IntegratedStateMedia #ISM

Personal na pinasinayaan ni PBBM nitong Biyernes ang isa sa dalawang solar-powered irrigation project sa Leyte upang mapababa ang gastos sa patubig, mapataas ang ani at matulungan ang mga magsasaka na makapaghanda sa inaasahang epekto ng El Niño. pia.gov.ph/news/solar-irriga…

Solar-powered irrigation is helping rice farmers cut production costs and maintain access to water amid extreme heat, easing the expense of operating fuel-powered water pumps and providing support amid El Niño. Full story: pia.gov.ph/news/leyte-farmer… #IntegratedStateMedia #ISM

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday highlighted the government’s efforts to expand solar-powered irrigation systems nationwide to help farmers reduce fuel expenses, increase agricultural productivity and income and prepare for El Niño. Full story: pia.gov.ph/news/president-ma…

Helping farmers produce their own food rather than relying on dole-outs is the principle behind Project KABANITHAN, a local initiative in Oras, Eastern Samar, that promotes agricultural mechanization, livelihood development, and food security. Full story: pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/o…

Five students from a remote island barangay in Northern Samar have earned Presidential scholarships, opening greater opportunities for them to pursue college education and fulfill their dreams of helping their families and community. Full story: pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/c…

Eastern Samar Rep. Christopher Sheen Gonzales has urged government agencies to resolve coordination gaps and fast-track ongoing improvements at Borongan Airport, saying years of planning and funding must now translate into completed projects. Full story: pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/l…

Eastern Samar’s economy grew by 3.9% in 2025, reaching ₱42.09 billion in GDP at constant 2018 prices and recording the second-fastest growth among provinces and highly urbanized cities in Eastern Visayas, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority. pia.gov.ph/news/eastern-sama…

Eastern Samar officials are aligning road and land acquisition plans with the proposed expansion of Borongan Airport, including the use of provincial funds for preparatory work needed to accommodate future improvements. Full story: pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/e… #BoronganAirport #ISM

Fifty-six probationers and parolees completed Batch II of the Livelihood and Education Access Program (LEAP) on October 20 at the Calbiga Municipal Auditorium. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞: pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/5… #BagongSimula #LEAPBatchII #IntegratedStateMedia #BagongPilipinas

Forty student dependents of former rebels and Civilian Armed Forces Geographical Unit Active Auxiliaries received ₱6,000 each in educational assistance under the government’s AICS program on October 12–13, 2026, at Tandaya Hall in Catbalogan City. 👉pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/f…

A former New People’s Army member who cited hunger, exhaustion, and a desire to reunite with his family as reasons for leaving the armed struggle received food assistance from the local government and the military after surrendering. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞: pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/s…

Samar’s economy grew by 1.4% in 2025, as strong services performance offset declines in industry and agriculture, forestry, and fishing, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞: pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/s… #PPAGDP #GDPSamar #IntegratedStateMedia

Rep. Christopher Sheen Gonzales urges concerned government agencies to proceed with plans for a modern passenger terminal at Borongan Airport, stressing that the initial ₱100-million allocation should be used for the facility. Read full story: pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/g…

After nearly two years of economic slowdown, the reopening of the Liloan-Surigao sea route is bringing renewed hope to local officials, business owners, transport operators, and residents seeking to revive economic activities. Full story: pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/l…

The economy of Biliran grew by 3.5% in 2025, bringing its GDP to ₱18.91 billion from ₱18.27 billion in 2024, according to the economic performance report of PSA Biliran, during the Provincial Product Accounts Data Dissemination on Oct. 15. Full story: pia.gov.ph/news/visayas/ev/b…