Iriga City gives metal detectors to 51 public schools

Inquirer.net - Oct 27, 2026

LEGAZPI CITY — The Iriga City government distributed metal detectors to 51 public schools on Monday to strengthen security and prevent prohibited or potentially dangerous items on school campuses. Mayor Wilfredo Rex Cuba Oliva led the distribution during the Department of Education (DepEd) Iriga City Division Management Committee meeting. Oliva turned over the devices to

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