San Mateo County Clerk offers extended calendar hours for marriage services
Four dates remaining – February 24, April 2, April 4 and April 24 REDWOOD CITY – For those looking for an auspicious day to tie the knot, look no further….
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ConGen Ferrer explores opportunities for partnership with San Leandro mayor
SAN LEANDRO – In his first official visit to this East Bay city, Philippine Consul General in San Francisco Neil Ferrer met with San Leandro Mayor Juan González III at…
What’s safer for domestic violence survivors: Home or the streets?
At a Friday, February 16 Ethnic Media Services briefing, domestic violence prevention advocates and a formerly unhoused survivor discussed how domestic violence often leads to homelessness and shared firsthand experiences…
US-based foundation sets foot in Manila
A Filipino American-owned immigration and employment agency has launched its foundation in Manila. CSI Professionals Inc., a premier consultancy agency that deals with U.S. immigration and employment based in Southern…
California building bigger, better zero-emission charging network
SACRAMENTO – California is making it easier to charge your electric vehicle. The California Energy Commission (CEC) on Wednesday, February 14 approved a $1.9 billion investment plan that advances the state’s electric vehicle (EV)…
Social Security administration updates Equity Action Plan
Increasing access to programs and improving service are the main goals of the updated Equity Action Plan released by the Social Security Administration (SSA) today. “We will administer our programs…
County’s ‘Love Your Heart’ event encourages San Diegans to know their blood pressure numbers
THE county’s Love Your Heart campaign is celebrating 13 years of supporting San Diegans in understanding the importance of heart health through a variety of ways, including hosting no-cost blood…
Healthy habits build healthy smiles
CAVITIES are the most common chronic childhood disease. When left untreated, cavities in children can be painful or cause infections leading to learning issues, school absences and even emergency room…
Love is in the air: Couples say ‘I Do’ on Valentine’s Day
MARRIAGE ceremonies were held throughout the county on Wednesday, February 14 as couples marked Valentine’s Day by exchanging vows. Valentine’s Day is traditionally one of the most sought-after wedding days…
City council approves mayor’s proposal to waive fees for storm-related reconstruction
Fee waiver will provide relief to residents and business owners repairing damaged property SAN DIEGO – As part of Mayor Todd Gloria’s continued efforts to help residents in Southeastern and…
City of San Diego ensuring storm-impacted communities can access assistance
Teams going door to door to survey residents; recovery assistance now offered online SAN DIEGO – Starting on Monday, February 12, the City of San Diego has transitioned its Local…
City of Santa Clara Parks and Recreation mid-winter camps
MID-WINTER Break is right around the corner! The City of Santa Clara Parks & Recreation Department will keep your kids active over break with two specialty camps! Are you a…
ConGen Ferrer explores Open RAN technology, opportunities for PH with Bay Area company
WALNUT CREEK – Philippine Consul General in San Francisco Neil Ferrer met with Ike Ahmet Ilkgün Cark and Hakan Kavlak, founders and managing partners of KCCTech Innovative Solutions, at its…
Consulate officials tour showroom of SF outdoor furniture maker with ties to PH
SAN FRANCISCO – Philippine Consul General in San Francisco Neil Ferrer met with the owners of innovative outdoor furniture maker Galanter and Jones and toured their showroom and facility in the city….
What were last year’s biggest scams?
On Friday, February 9, the Federal Trade Commission released data showing that nationwide fraud losses topped $10 billion in 2023 — 14% more than 2022. Nevertheless, the dramatic loss owes…
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell surprises kids at Barbershop Books kickoff event
LAS VEGAS – NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell made a surprise appearance at an event where members of the NFL Legends Community, local barbers and 150 children from the Boys &…
DNC launches ad campaign celebrating Lunar New Year to reach Asian Americans in US
THE Democratic National Committee on Friday, Feb. 9 announced a new multilingual digital advertising campaign celebrating Lunar New Year to reach Asian American voters across the country. The ads will…
New county report to address inequity in the region
JOBS and finances, food systems, health, and housing – data shows these areas have some of the largest equity gaps in the San Diego region. The Office of Equity and…
City Of San Diego seeking buyer to turn downtown building into 100% affordable rental homes
Interested parties have until May 1 to submit their proposals SAN DIEGO – In an effort to create much-needed affordable homes, the City of San Diego is looking for an…
Rare historic document unveiled: 1899 declaration of Philippine independence from the US
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a poignant ceremony marking the convergence of two nations’ histories, the General Douglas MacArthur Memorial Museum unveiled an original document declaring the independence of the Philippines from…
County Supervisors approve gun violence reduction work plan
THE County Board of Supervisors approved a work plan to reduce gun violence activities in San Diego County. The Board voted to receive the Gun Violence Reduction Work Plan, using…
146 ballot drop boxes open for March presidential primary election
STARTING Tuesday, Feb. 6, registered voters can return their mail ballot for the March Presidential Primary Election to any one of 146 official ballot drop boxes located around the county. Mail ballots for the…
‘Love the Philippines Campaign’ takes flight with spectacular drone show over the San Francisco Bay
SAN FRANCISCO – In a dazzling display of cutting-edge technology and Filipino pride, the Philippine Department of Tourism (PDOT) featured a drone show against the picturesque backdrop of the San…
CA State Parks invites public to celebrate Chinese New Year at Weaverville Joss House State Historic Park
Festivities will be held on Saturday, February 17, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. WEAVERVILLE — History will come alive when a traditional Chinese lion dance will be presented at the Weaverville Joss…
PH Consulate General in SF renders nearly 50,000 services in 2023, among the highest globally
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco rendered nearly 50,000 consular and overseas voting registration services in 2023, delivering one of the highest volumes globally among Philippine…
Announcing: The arrival of the Poon Nazareno (Black Nazarene) to Orange County!
A replica of the Poon Nazareno (Black Nazarene) enshrined in Quiapo Church in Manila, Philippines, is scheduled to arrive in Orange County sometime this month of February 2024. This is…
Will the Senate pass expanded Child Tax Credit to help 19 million low-income children?
The Senate is contemplating a $78 billion expanded version of the Federal Child Tax Credit, which could provide some economic stability to an estimated 19 million low-income children. The House…
In immigration debate, a ‘fight over who gets to be an American’
by Peter White Ethnic Media Services As more people cross the border, anti-immigrant stances are inflaming U.S. politics, with few long-term proposals more comprehensive than closing the border. At a…
USCIS to raise naturalization fees
Becoming a U.S. citizen is about to get more expensive, reports the Spanish-language outlet La Opinión, with USCIS announcing a 5 percent increase in fees for processing naturalization applications. The…
LA County begins sending vote by mail ballots for the 2024 presidential primary election
Becoming a U.S. citizen is about to get more expensive, reports the Spanish-language outlet La Opinión, with USCIS announcing a 5 percent increase in fees for processing naturalization applications. The…