Miramar, Otay facilities honored by Partnership for Safe Water SAN DIEGO – Two of the City of San Diego’s water treatment plants are being recognized on a national level by the Partnership for Safe Water for a commitment to superior water quality. The Miramar Water Treatment Plant received the 10-Year Presidents Award for Water Treatment, having…
Search feature allows quick and easy access to data for more than one million permits SAN DIEGO – In a continued effort to expedite processing times and deliver high-quality customer service on digital platforms, the City of San Diego has unveiled a new online tool to allow San Diegans to easily access to permit activity and…
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippines’ Secretaries of Trade and Industry and Energy and Undersecretary of Science and Technology engaged with American companies in a sustainability roundtable on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit 2023. Philippine Consul General Neil Frank R. Ferrer mentioned that the Secretaries were part of the official delegation of…
DISCOVERY BAY – The Philippine Consulate General and the Philippine Department of Tourism Office in San Francisco supported the first Philippine Airlines (PAL) Golf Cup Tournament held at Discovery Bay Golf and Country Club in Discovery Bay, California on October 22, 2023. Consul and Economic Supervising Officer Vanessa Bago-Llona, and Tourism Attaché Soleil Tropicales represented…
DALY CITY – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco conducted a presentation on consular services for Filipino American residents of San Mateo County, as part of an educational session organized by the Pilipino Bayanihan Resource Center (PBRC) on October 21, 2023. Consul Jed Llona and Assistance-to-Nationals (ATN) Officer Nida Longcanaya were on hand…
by Edward Kissami Ethnic Media Services There was an audible sigh of relief in DC on Wednesday, November 15 after Congress approved a stop-gap funding measure to keep the government running for three more months. But if you think that means conservative lawmakers have put away their shears, think again. Part of the broader partisan…
by Sunita Sohrabji Ethnic Media Services SAN FRANCISCO — President Joe Biden addressed a packed room of business leaders on Thursday, Nov. 16 at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation CEO summit, advising them to build companies that prioritized workers’ rights and fair wages, rather than profits. The 21 APEC countries collectively create 60% of the world’s…
THE San Diego County Public Defender’s Office announced its list of 25 Most Remarkable Teens from around San Diego County and recognized them at a special ceremony on Thursday, November 9. “In a world that’s constantly evolving, a group of remarkable teenagers is illuminating the path toward an inspiring future,” said Interim Public Defender Katherine…
VOICE cloning technologies can generate a near-perfect voice clone based on a short audio clip or snippet of someone’s voice. The technology has potential to help people — for example, people who’ve lost their ability to speak, offering them a powerful and valuable means of communication. But, in the wrong hands, voice cloning technologies can…
Park’s redevelopment creates space for residents and visitors to gather, relax, picnic, play and exercise SAN DIEGO – On Tuesday morning, November 14, Mayor Todd Gloria and Councilmember Stephen Whitburn, along with community leaders and city staff, cut the ribbon to officially reopen Children’s Park in downtown. The improvements to the park, which originally opened…
Community forums will gather public input; current Police Chief David Nisleit to retire in 2024 SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego is kicking off a robust process to recruit and hire a new Chief of Police for the San Diego Police Department (SDPD), which will include a thorough outreach and community engagement effort…
Citywide effort to improve safety and accessibility will eliminate fees for property owners to make repairs SAN DIEGO – As part of a citywide effort to improve sidewalks in all communities, the City of San Diego is investing resources to fix uneven and damaged sidewalks, while also making it easier for people to make repairs…
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco joined the Congressional Gold Medal award ceremony held on October 23, 2023 at the Kalayaan Hall, Philippine Center in San Francisco, organized by the Bayanihan Equity Center (BEC) and the Filipino Veterans Recognition and Education Project (FiLVetREP) to honor Filipino Veterans of World War II….
By Melandrew T. Velasco PANGASINAN, the third largest province in the Philippines, received a major boost recently from San Miguel Corporation Infrastructure with the signing of a joint venture agreement for an expressway project costing P34 billion. Being a native son of Pangasinan, I am delighted to learn of the good news that a joint venture…
WASHINGTON – SBA Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice in President Joe Biden’s Cabinet for America’s 33 million small businesses, is encouraging the nation to shop, dine, and entertain at local small businesses on November 25 in celebration of Small Business Saturday® and throughout the holiday season. Small Business…
COLMA – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, led by Consul General Neil Ferrer and Madame Miriam Ferrer, joined the kumares and kumpares of the Alliance for Community Empowerment (ALLICE), a Filipino American anti-domestic violence advocacy group, in its 20th anniversary gala at the Colma Community Center on October 24, 2023. ALLICE’s 20th anniversary gala coincided with the commemoration in…
37 mayors ask Congress to support Biden Administration’s efforts to prevent overdose deaths SAN FRANCISCO — On Tuesday, November 14, San Francisco Mayor London N. Breed, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, and 35 other U.S. mayors sent a letter to congressional leaders urging them to pass President Joe Biden’s supplemental funding request, which includes critical resources to…
DID you get a bill for a Small Business Administration Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan or COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) you never applied for? If the answer is yes, an identity thief probably used your personal information to get the loan. Here’s how to report this problem and start the Small Business Administration (SBA) review process to help…
LAS VEGAS – The Las Vegas Rescue Mission announced today it has received a generous donation from Snap Towing, which will be used toward its holiday-based funding needs. Snap Towing President Dustin Ellis said the $100,000 donation falls in line with the towing company’s mission to “give back to the community that we are serving.”…
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Will Social Security be there when I retire? That’s the question we’re answering in the latest episode of our audio series, SSA Talks. Our Chief Actuary Steve Goss sheds light on our trust funds and how they relate to your future benefits. The 12-minute episode…
by Sunita Sohrabji Ethnic Media Services China bashing loomed large at the third Republican Presidential debate Nov. 8 in Miami Florida, setting off fears of a fresh wave of anti-Asian American hate crimes. “We have significant concerns about the 2024 election in the current political landscape, and believe hate crimes and incidents will continue to…
50 years ago, a domestic violence survivor wanting to tell someone about their abuse could expect silence. Today, domestic violence is recognized as the oldest and most pervasive form of violence, and a nationwide movement is growing to counter the assumption that it is an inevitable part of the fabric of our social lives. At…
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Our Mobile Check-In Express feature makes it easier to check in if you must visit a Social Security office. To use Mobile Check-In Express, scan the QR code located at your local Social Security office. This will allow you to check in for: Scheduled and…
HAVING set back your clocks back one hour earlier due to the end of Daylight Saving Time, consider doing five more things to keep your family safe. Check all your home’s smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to ensure they are working, and check fire extinguishers to make sure they are not expired. At most, it…
MILEJO Village, a new affordable housing development in San Ysidro, celebrated an official grand opening on Thursday, November 2. Located at 429 West San Ysidro Boulevard, the project features 64 one-, two- and three-bedroom homes with wrap-around supportive services to seniors and families facing homelessness and mental health challenges. The housing was built in partnership…
Investments aim to expand access to arts and culture citywide and boost tourism SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego has announced two funding opportunities aimed at supporting arts and culture activities and projects in San Diego, and applications are now being accepted. The Operational Support Program (OSP) provides general operating support to nonprofit…
SCAMMERS speak your language. That’s why the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) now takes reports in multiple languages. To report in Mandarin, Tagalog, Vietnamese, French, Arabic, Korean, Russian, Portuguese, Polish, and many other languages, call the FTC at (877) 382-4357. Press 3 to speak to an interpreter. To report identity theft, call (877) 438-4338 and choose the…
Highest-ever waste diversion rate of 71% means less waste is going to the landfill SAN DIEGO – Marking a significant milestone in efforts to encourage recycling and limit waste, the City of San Diego has achieved a 71% diversion rate for the amount of waste diverted from the landfill, the highest it has ever been….
The two new cafes, Miller & Lux Provisions, is part of a larger effort to revitalize Union Square and the Downtown area SAN FRANCISCO — Mayor London N. Breed on Tuesday, November 7 joined Tyler Florence, city leaders and community to celebrate the opening of the renowned chef’s new café concepts. Miller & Lux Provisions, two…
SAN FRANCISCO – To further enhance its service and provide convenience to the public, the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco began accepting electronic payments including credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay on October 23, 2023. Passport applicant Angelo Baricanosa was the first client to avail of electronic payment at the consulate. A…
