Local holidays declared in 9 areas in October

MANILA, Philippines —  President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has issued several proclamations declaring special non-working days in nine localities in October to allow residents to participate in local celebrations and historical commemorations. Proclamation No. 1466 declared Oct. 12 a special non-working day in Talisay, Batangas, in commemoration of the Battle of Batangas. READ: Marcos heading to