168 Market opens newest branch in Vallejo
ASIAN supermarket chain 168 Market opened its newest location in Vallejo on Saturday, October 28 with a brief, early morning grand opening ceremony. It is the seventh location for 168…
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Fisheries officials call on ConGen Ferrer, discuss sustainability of PH blue swimming crabs
SAN FRANCISCO – Philippine Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) officials led by Undersecretary for Fisheries, Ms. Drusila Esther E. Bayate, called on Consul General Neil Frank R. Ferrer…
Former diplomat Leandro Lachica Bids for Hudson County commissioner post
Leandro “Lindy” Lachica, an accomplished lawyer and former diplomat, is running for election to the Hudson County Board of County Commissioners to represent District 1 in New Jersey. Lachica, known for his advocacy for…
FABAG celebrates Fil-Am History Month in Glendale
GLENDALE — October is Filipino American History Month, celebrated all over the United States. A very successful Filipino American celebration, “Making a Difference Day,” was hosted by the Filipino American…
Need help with immigration? Enroll in community college
New California program helps students navigate immigration system, for free and regardless of status Californians who need trustworthy legal help to get through the lengthy and complicated U.S. immigration process…
California expands paid sick days and boosts health worker wages
SACRAMENTO — California continues to burnish its reputation as a progressive state for health policy as Gov. Gavin Newsom signed bills expanding paid sick leave, adding bereavement leave for miscarriages,…
Agriculture flourishes in new crop report, nears $1.8B
SAN Diego’s new Crop Report covering the County’s 2022 growing season shows production was higher than last year at $1.78 billion in value, making it the seventh year in the past 10…
Award-winning county buildings – Functional and beautiful by design
OCTOBER is a big month for architects. World Architecture Day was Oct. 2, and some cities celebrate good design all month with Archtober. The San Diego Architectural Foundation honors buildings,…
Groundbreaking study reveals $1.1B impact of City of San Diego’s nonprofit arts and culture sector
Economic activity supported 16,900 jobs and generated $276 million in tax revenue SAN DIEGO – A new study by the Americans for the Arts shows that San Diego’s nonprofit arts…
City of San Diego, Cal Coast Credit Union award $70,500 in grants to nonprofits
Grantees work to improve quality of life within federally designated Promise Zone SAN DIEGO – With a goal of increasing access to economic growth and opportunity, the City of San…
San Lorenzo Ruiz finds permanent home at St. Patrick’s Cathedral
A significant event for Filipinos took place on Wednesday, Oct. 25 as a three-foot bronze statue of the first Filipino Saint San Lorenzo Ruiz was permanently enthroned at Saint Patrick’s…
PH Consulate Attends FANHS East Bay Chapter’s Celebration Filipino American History Month
The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco joined the Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) East Bay Chapter in its celebration of Filipino American History Month at the Itliong-Vera Cruz…
Mayor Breed recognizes Graton Resort & Casino as premier sponsor of APEC leaders’ conference in SF
The premier sponsorship serves as a testament to he organization’s ongoing dedication to San Francisco’s growth, development and success SAN FRANCISCO – On Tuesday, October 24, Mayor London N. Breed…
PH Consulate in SF visits CAS for MANAMo 2023 celebration
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco led by Consul General Neil Frank Ferrer visited the California Academy of Sciences and attended its Nightlife event on September…
San Mateo County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and elections department moving website
REDWOOD CITY – Mark Church, San Mateo County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer, announced the Department’s website has moved to a government domain. The website can now be reached at www.smcacre.gov….
ARK’s 2023 gala is gathering exceptional Filipinos and FutureMakers to solve hunger for good in the Philippines and beyond
ARK, an award-winning social impact organization that is solving hunger for good with farmers and fisherfolk in the Philippines, is gathering exceptional Filipinos and FutureMakers at their star-studded gala on…
Small landlords are encouraged to apply for the City of Los Angeles emergency renters assistance program
The program provides small landlords financial assistance LOS ANGELES — The City of Los Angeles Measure United to House LA (ULA) is now accepting applications for the Emergency Renters Assistance…
City of Los Angeles celebrates Filipino American History Month
THE City of Los Angeles honored the thriving Filipino American community during its annual celebration of October as Fil-Am History Month (FAHM) with a lighting of City Hall and awards…
Los Angeles City Hall gets bathed in the colors of the Philippine flag
AS part of the month-long celebration of Filipino-American History Month this October, the iconic Los Angeles City Hall building was bathed in the colors of the Philippine flag in the…
PCGSF supports fashion show fundraiser
THE Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, represented by Consul General Neil Frank Ferrer and Consul Jed Llona, attended the “Autumn in Motion Fashion Show” fundraiser on September 23, 2023…
PCGSF joins annual Kasayahan sa Daly City for FilAm History Month
DALY CITY – Under an uncharacteristically warm and sunny Daly City weather, the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco joined the annual Kasayahan sa Daly City at Marchbank Park in Daly City,…
Ronald McDonald House wins ‘Nonprofit of the Year’ from Vegas Chamber
Charity has much to celebrate during 25th year of serving families in medical crisis Las Vegas – On Thursday, October 12th, the Vegas Chamber hosted its “Business of the Year”…
California takes action to tackle homelessness
SACRAMENTO – On Tuesday, October 10, Governor Gavin Newsom announced multiple new efforts to address homelessness and provided an update on the state’s work to deliver more than 1,200 small homes…
It’s your turn – the county wants input on future infrastructure needs
IF you’d like a say on county projects like sidewalks, fire stations, Live Well centers and libraries, here’s your chance. The county is holding meetings to get your feedback on needed improvements…
City of San Diego tracks progress in preparing for climate change impacts
Website makes Climate Resilient SD strategy updates and accomplishments available to public SAN DIEGO – Following its commitment to make San Diego resilient in the face of climate change-related impacts…
What you should do if you see a coyote in your neighborhood
ARE you seeing more urban coyotes in your neighborhood? If so, don’t panic! The county’s Department of Animal Services (DAS) has some tips to keep them away and help you,…
San Diego City Clerk looks to improve access to Municipal code
SAN DIEGO – Aiming to enhance access and capabilities for members of the public to use the city’s Municipal Code online, the city is soliciting feedback from members of the…
City of San Diego completes rollout of organic waste recycling collection services
Green bins delivered to more than 200,000 homes, 53,000 tons of organic waste collected so far SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego has gone green! San Diego’s Environmental…
Regional emergency managers discuss winter outlook
THERE was a time when meteorologists could predict whether winter would be mild, moderate or severe. That information helped emergency managers plan ahead and get resources ready to fit the…
California governor signs 56 bills fast-tracking affordable housing
SACRAMENTO — Amid California’s housing crisis, 56 bills signed by Gov. Newsom Wednesday, Oct. 11 expedite low-income housing, notably on church and college land. The two landmark bills in the…