Iloilo commemorates 'Frank' anniversaryIloilo commemorated yesterday the first year anniversary of the so-called ‘Great Flood,’ caused when Typhoon Frank hit Region VI, dumping rains that triggered flash floods almost everywhere. The City Government held a simple program was held yesterday at the Jaro covered gymnasium. Gonzalez defends PGMA on quit callsMalacañang’s chief counsel defended President Arroyo yesterday from calls that she should quit if she decides to run to a lower position in 2010. |
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Performers belonging to Grupo Binakuko depict bolo-making in their presentation during the highlight of the 5th Pandayan Festival in Badiangan, Iloilo yesterday.(inset) Badiangan Mayor Suzette Mamon (left) leads special guest actress turned politician Alma Moreno to the stage before the start of the program. ‘Bolo-making’ a hit in Badiangan’s 5th Pandayan FestivalBADIANGAN, Iloilo -- Ilonggo ingenuity in the elaborate process of bolo-making shined anew in yesterday’s “Pandayan Festival” here. Bolo, the local knife-like tool is one of the homegrown products and specialties distinct to Badianganons. |
ILOILO NEWS
Seaman positive for A(H1N1) cuts short quarantine period
Before results came out that a 38-year-old seafarer was positive for A(H1N1), the said patient has reportedly cut short his quarantine period at the Western Visayas Medical Center (WVMC) despite the refusal of hospital staff.
Treñas into self-quarantine
City Mayor Jerry Treñas observes a 7 to 10-day self-quarantine in his home after he traveled in the United States of America for the Gawad Kalinga Global Summit 2009.
Church issues advisory vs. spread of A(H1N1) virus
Expect certain changes in church these days. This, after the Archdiocese of Jaro, through Archbishop Angel Lagdameo issued precautions to help prevent the spread of the Influenza A (H1N1) virus for the duration of the pandemic.
A symbol of peace now rises in Cansilayan, Tigbauan
A Day Care Center and a school building, two structures built in Barangay Cansilayan, Tigbauan, Iloilo now epitomizes the symbol of peace.
No plans for ‘Senator Ness,’ says she’s happy as Parañaque councilor
BADIANGAN, Iloilo – Actress turned public official, Alma Moreno, born Vanessa Moreno Lacsamana, may be making the rounds outside her turf in Parañaque City. Yet no truth, she clarified, on her supposed senatorial bid come 2010.
PANAY NEWS
Another Capiz high school stude wins int’l science award
ROXAS CITY – Another student of Capiz National High School, Angeli Joyce Yap Dy clinched the Second Award in the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) held in May of this year in Reno. Nevada.
Tanco brings Capitol closer to the people
SIGMA, Capiz – Governor Victor Tanco said the putting up of his satellite offices in the second district of Capiz is meant to bring the provincial capitol closer to the people.
NEGROS NEWS
COA: Construction of NGC perimeter roads disadvantageous to gov't
BACOLOD CITY -- The Commission on Audit (COA) Sub-Cluster III in Negros Occidental led by Shiela S. Velmonte Portal along with its Team Member Loida C. Arabelo and Supervising Auditor Arlene D. Togonon had issued recently an Audit Observation Memorandum relative to the P15.64 million appropriation by the city government.
Hinobaan residents want Zayco as governor
BACOLOD CITY -- When Governor Isidro Zayco visited Hinobaan town Thursday, the governor was met with posters and placards urging him to run for governor in 2010 elections.
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OPINION
POINTBLANK:
Typhoon Frank: An unforgettable disaster
/ Erly C.
Health@Heart:
Love not your children to death
/ Philip S.
BULL'S EYE:
Attn: TMEU chief Bob Foerster
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BLOGGER:
Hope and pride
/ Kathy M.
Down South:
War stories
/ Gail
RATIONAL INSANITY:
Filipinos just love videoke
/ Bryan Mari
FEATURES
Katokamos at the arcade
Reggae music filled the halls of Jardeleza Arcade recently when the Katokamos Band played there. The duo of Jun (owner of Triads) and Neo (owner of Christine and Josh, a grocery at the arcade), brought the Katokamos Band to the laid-back municipality of Leganes, with the hope of giving the residents another chance to party.
Dancing Sun
Like the brightest star, The Annie Divinagracia-Sartorio School of Perfoming Arts (located at Sen. Benigno Aquino Avenue, across Smallville) shone its most dazzling when the dancing school presented their latest recital with BORN TO DANCE at the Colegio de San Jose Auditorium.
Tatsulok Artisans
Western Visayas College of Science and Technology, through the years, has produced award-winning artists. To further nurture its reputation as a breeding ground of individuals with creative potentials, the Tatsulok Artisans was born here last March 2005.
GK Sooc kids benefit from tarpaulin recycling
Smart Communications, Inc. (SMART) recently turned over school bags to some 40 children residing in the PLDT-SMART Amazing GK Village in Arevalo, Sooc, Iloilo during the culminating program of the SMART-GK Sooc Summer Storytelling program.
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