“Breast cancer teaches us that strength is not found in the absence of fear, but in the decision to rise despite it.”
This was the message of City Councilor Des Dahino during the simultaneous lighting ceremony on October 1, marking the official launch of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The event, she said, is a symbol not only of an awareness campaign, but also the government’s united commitment to the fight against breast cancer.
Councilor Dahino, women and family relations committee chair, highlighted the importance of spreading awareness, stressing that “early detection saves lives.”
She also called attention to the crucial role of prevention and community support throughout the breast cancer journey, saying that breast cancer is not just a medical issue but a human issue that affects families, communities, and friends.
The theme for this year’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, as chosen by the World Health Organization (WHO), is “Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters.” (SPE/SP)
- The Gavel
- Oct 7
HATAGAN og pagtagad sa umaabot tigom sa komite sa Public Utilities ni Konsehal Eric Salcedo ang hangyo nga gipadangat sa Bugo, Puerto, Tablon, Cugman tricab operators and Drivers Association (BPATC-TODA) nga mahatagan sila og prankisa aron makapamasahero sa rutang Bugo-Puerto ug Vice-Versa.
Kini human ang konseho sa Barangay Bugo ubos ni Kapitan Spencer Cailing hiniusang miduso sa resolusyon alang sa maong katuyoan.
Gikabutyag nga ang mga residente sa maong barangay maglisod og sakay paingon sa Puerto Public Market tungod sa ka minus sa mga pangpamasaherong sakyanan nga molabay sa maong dapit.
Niini gidapit nga motambong sa ipahigayong tigom ang mga representante sa Roads and Traffic Administration (RTA), Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), City Administrator, City Legal Office, Hon. Spencer Cailing sa Barangay Bugo, Hon. Lolita Wahing sa Barangay Puerto, Hon. Andrew Meliza sa Barangay Agusan ug Mr. Armando Villaflor, Bugo Tricab President. (MLR/SP)
- The Gavel
- Oct 7
Councilor Moreno Y. Daba IV, chair of the City Council committee on education, paid tribute to the teaching and non-teaching personnel as partners in progress during the World Teachers’ Day Celebration 2025, held on October 3, 2025, at the Atrium, Lim Ket Kai Center.
Representing Mayor Rolando A. Uy, Daba conveyed the city government’s continuing support for teachers and education workers, affirming their vital role in shaping the city’s future through learning and service.
This year’s celebration, themed "My Teacher, My Hero," featured the Kagay-an Bahandi Awards, an annual recognition program organized by the Department of Education–Cagayan de Oro City Division in partnership with the City Government to honor educators who exemplify excellence and leadership in teaching.
The event showcased teachers’ talents, creativity, and teamwork, through the Search for Talentadong Guro, bench cheering, folk dance, short film, Santacruzan-inspired parade, and video documentation contests.
In his message, Daba reaffirmed the city government steadfast support for programs that promote teachers’ professional growth, welfare, and working conditions.
As Cagayan de Oro joined the global observance of World Teachers’ Day, the event underscored the city’s commitment to education and to the men and women who dedicate their lives to shaping the future through knowledge and service. (JAO/SP/Photos from Councilor Daba’s FB page)
