ILOILO NEWS
Criminal charges up vs law grad posing as lawyer
A 33 year-old Law graduate has been officially charged before the Iloilo City Prosecutor's Office for making alleged claims that he is a member of the bar.
DTI-Iloilo issues stern warning vs. sale of substandard products
With the recent confiscation of substandard products from nine establishments in Iloilo City, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)-Iloilo has reiterated its warning against other traders who engage in the selling of products that are not compliant with the required standards.
Treñas assures no raids on firecracker makers
Contrary to the pronouncements of the Philippine National Police (PNP), Mayor Jerry Treñas assured firecrackers manufacturers and dealers in the city that no police operation will be conducted against them for their failure to secure a permit.
No suspects yet in gas station hold-up
The police has still to identify the suspects in the hold-up of the Shell gasoline station in Timawa Avenue, Molo early last week.
Where's the autopsy report?, warden asks on reported foul play in inmate's death
Foul-play or not, the latest death inside the Iloilo Rehabilitation Center (IRC) remains unresolved with retired Police Senior Supt. Juan Mabugat, IRC warden still unable to begin any official investigation.
City gets initial P27M for relocation sites
The city government has already received the P27-million intended for the purchase of relocation sites for families affected by the construction of the Iloilo Flood Control Project here.
Treñas defends Peco's inclusion in top taxpayers list
City Mayor Jerry Treñas defended the inclusion of Panay Electric Company Inc. (Peco) in the list of the 40 top tax payers of Iloilo City.
Iloilo’s Heritage, Iloilo’s Pride' Photo Contest
The old structures and buildings of Iloilo speak of its heritage. These are constant awe-inspiring for tourists and visitors. The magnificence of its designs also brings back our very own culture and pride. With this, the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) Marikudo Chapter, Iloilo City Cultural Heritage Conservation Council and the Department of Tourism (DOT) VI will hold a photo contest both for amateur and professional photographers.
Employment opportunities for job hunters
A job fair will be conducted here in Iloilo City this month for job seekers who may want to try their luck in various job offerings. This is according to the Department of Labor and Employment 6 (DOLE 6).
PANAY NEWS
DOH: WV still Bird Flu free
The Department of Health (DOH) has categorically denied the reported occurrence of Bird Flu in Negros Occidental particularly in Escalante City even as it called on the public not to immediately believe rumors about the spread of Bird Flu.
12 Negros fishers arrested off Ajuy waters
Twelve fishing boat crew from Negros Occidental were arrested and turned over to the Iloilo Rehabilitation Center (IRC) for custody following illegal fishing raps filed against them Friday.
COLUMNS
AccentsFor want of a parking spaceBy Julia Carreon-Lagoc |
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SerendipityMy conversation with GodBy Joanne Marie Combong-Pijuan |
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Bridging the gapConsumer goods sold in Iloilo City, 1930sBy Prof. Henry Funtecha |
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on the dotWhat's upBy Helen J. Camarista |
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Without the White CoatStopping the scareBy Florentino P. Aleta II, M.D. |
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Unusual ChannelPet peeveBy Ma. Renette B. Uy |
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Consumers DomainRape twice overBy Ian Seruelo |
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PolibizThe son also risesBy Nelson Robles |
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Carpooling LooniesDeath on All Hallows EveBy Jinki Beldia |
OPINION
pointblankChilling to the nervesBy Erly C. Garcia |
Rational InsanityTen things I hate about barsBy Bryan Mari Argos |
The fullness of lifeHarnessing the monster within (Part 2)By Florentino S. Lim, CIHM |
Eye OpenerThe uncompromising man of GodBy Rodolfo P. Gumabong |
FEATURES
Living the dream, keeping the tradition In keeping with the Filipino tradition, Jim and Beth Fink had the best of the best prepared for their only daughter in a Debut, that formal introduction of their young lady to society on her eighteenth birthday. |
Living with the poorLike Rev. Fr. Moises Tacardon's experience living with the poor of San Lorenzo, Lapaz. “Life in the seminary is much better, but there are things in this community that you'll be learning – soon you get used and eventually love what you're doing.” |