Philippine News: Typhoon Ondoy Wreaks Havoc in Manila, Luzon

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Do you have relatives in the Philippines — particularly in Metro Manila and Central Luzon — who suffered mother nature’s wrath? Typhoon Ondoy was dubbed as the strongest typhoon that hit Manila and Luzon since 1962, more than four decades ago.

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Jersey City Walkathon: 2009 Lakad-Tulong

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A walkathon organized by the Filipino-American Community of the Northeastern Region will be held on October 11, 2009 (9AM), so if you are into this kind of healthy, physical, and fun activity, make sure to save the date.

And since this is a fundraiser, you need to register ($25 worth) to participate. Read the rest of this entry for more details.

Walkathon: 2009 Lakad-Tulong
Description: fundraiser, walkathon
Where: Starts and Ends at Jersey City City Hall
Address: 280 Grove Street, Jersey City 07302 | Map
When: October 11, 2009 9AM

Full press release inside this post …

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Filipinos in Jersey City, Boil Your Water

Just a short post to let you know that due to the water main break last night here in Jersey City, United Water advised its customers to boil their water prior to consumption. This alert is in effect until further notice.

Customers in Jersey City are advised to boil their water at a rolling boil for one minute for the following uses: drinking, cooking, baking, making ice cubes, taking medication, brushing teeth, washing food, mixing baby formula, mixing juices or drinks, feeding pets or other consumption

Read the full alert inside this post …

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