Soldier killed as Army overruns NPA campMembers of the Philippine Army gave another blow to the New People’s Army (NPA) after overrunning one of the latter’s camp in Southern Iloilo yesterday morning. PEDC’s P364 M transmission line to ensure reliable powerPanay Energy Development Corporation (PEDC), an affiliate of Global Business Power Corporation (GBPC), launched yesterday the construction of a 138 kilovolts (kV) transmission line going to the substation of National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) in Sta. Barbara, Iloilo. |
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Inmates at the Iloilo Rehabilitation Center (IRC) in Brgy. Nanga, Pototan, Iloilo work double time on made-to-order Christmas lanterns as the Yuletide season is already in the air. IDFI optimistic on P9M budget for 2010 DinagyangIloilo Dinagyang Foundation Inc. (IDFI) president Lee Chuan said they are optimistic to reach the P9 million estimated budget for 2010 Dinagyang Festival despite the economic crisis. |
ILOILO NEWS
Paraw Regatta 2010 launching today
The country’s best sports tourism event Iloilo Paraw Regatta Festival kicks off with a smooth-sailing start with its launching on Dec. 11 at 2pm at SM City Events Center.
Iloilo to inaugurate Provincial Art Gallery
Governor Niel D. Tupas, Sr. will be inaugurating the Iloilo Provincial Art Gallery dubbed Casa Real which is located at the Old Iloilo Provincial Capitol Building, Iloilo City today December 11, 2009.
Divinagracia: I’m still president of ABC City Proper
Punong Barangay Roberto “Bobby” Divinagracia yesterday denied reports that he was already unseated by Hughes Barangay Captain Romualdo Jalandoni as Association of Barangay Captains (ABC) City Proper president.
ICHPC to treat city inmates with a party
The Iloilo City Hall Press Corps (ICHPC) will have a gift-giving activity on Saturday, December 12, to some 100 inmates of the Iloilo City Detention Jail. The activity is already on its 9th year.
Iloilo City’s plastic wastes spawn livelihood
A number of indigents have found a source of livelihood from the mounting plastic wastes disposed at the Calajunan dumpsite in Mandurriao district, Iloilo City.
PANAY NEWS
Cantiller: Martial law baseless and unnecessary
ROXAS CITY – Board Member Baden Cantiller said that President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo’s declaration of Martial law in Maguindanao is baseless and unnecessary.
Capiz SP urges Congress to revoke Martial Law
ROXAS CITY – The Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) in its regular session yesterday has approved a resolution calling on Congress to revoke Presidential Proclamation No. 1959 “proclaiming a state of martial law and suspending the privilege of the Writ of Habeas Corpus in the province of Maguindanao.”
PNP: ‘Sinadya sa Halaran generally peaceful’
ROXAS CITY – The holding of Sinadya sa Halaran as well as Western Visayas Tourism Assembly here was generally peaceful, Sr. Supt. Josephus Angan, provincial director, said.
NEGROS NEWS
Another Negrense runs for senator
MANILA – Another Negrense is seeking for an office in the Senate of the Philippines in the person of Atty. Alex Lacson.
First Negros Building and Construction Expo launched
The United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) Negrense Chapter, United Architects of the Philippines Student Auxillary La Consolacion College-Bacolod Chapter and United Architects of the Philippines Graduate Auxillary LCC-B Chapter launched the first Negros Building and Construction Exposition (NBEX) organized by the at the SM City Bacolod, Monday.
Solid waste mgt advocates visit San Carlos City’s Eco-Center
The Bacolod Anti-BAHA Alliance (BAHA), Alyansa Kontra Basura, (ALKOBA) and the officials of Brgy. Felisa visited San Carlos City recently to see for themselves the multi-awarded Eco-Center of the city.
COLUMNS
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OPINION
DOWN SOUTH:
Trauma nation
/ Gail
Impulses:
Worst is coming?
/ Engr. Herman M.
RES GESTAE:
BYLI… inspiring the youth to work for a better Philippines
/ Francisco B.
BLOGGER:
Reduce your carbon footprints
/ BKathy M.
POINTBLANK:
Retrain policemen
/ Erly C.
FEATURES
A party for the UI Alumni
The University of Iloilo-Phinma Educational Network treated the alumni in a cocktail party held at Esca’s Restaurant recently. That evening, the board of directors of its alumni association was introduced and the uniforms of the school’s varied departments were presented in a fashion show.
Danielle’s birthday bash with Barney
Dad and Mom Danny and Donna Uytiepo were all smiles to treat their Baby Danielle Marie to a Barney Party on her 3rd birthday held at their posh residence in Bacolod City. Danny invited his relatives and friends as Donna called on the same for he own relatives and closer friends
A night of poetry
Poets, aspiring ones and curious individuals, gathered one weekend evening at Crammers to share our poems as well as discuss these. Thanks to Mel Turao and Prince Golez for initiating this successful activity.
Red Ribbon launches new products
The year 2009 marks the 30th year of Red Ribbon Bakeshop, Inc. (RRBI) in the country’s bakeshop industry. As another feather is added on its cap, Red Ribbon continues to bring celebrations into greater heights with its great-tasting cakes, sumptuous pastries, delectable breads and savory meals.
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