The 12th Negros Island Organic Farmers’ Festival is scheduled to begin tomorrow, November 22, at the Negros Occidental Provincial Capitol grounds. The event will run for four days and is expected to highlight various exhibits featuring organic products and by-products, along with sustainable innovations and technology. There are also expected to be a series of symposia, including …
Monthly Archives: November 2017
Talisay City government affirms scholarships to 127 recipients
The Talisay City government affirmed the city’s Scholarship sa Masa program for 127 recipients during an orientation program recently held at the Dela Rama Hall of the Talisay City Hall, where a contract of agreement was signed. Talisay City Mayor Neil Lizares III addressed the scholars, saying education is “an investment” and calling the scholarship …
PSA: Always have necessary paperwork when conducting transactions
The Philippine Statistics Authority is reminding the public to always have the necessary documentation when conducting transactions with the government agency. According to PSA Registration Officer II Edwin Guiking, while one does not need the authority to retrieve information on their children, spouse, or parent, there is still a requirement to provide government-issued identification, which …
Three-day drug rehabilitation seminar in Victorias City begins today
A free three-day, live-in drug rehabilitation seminar begins today, November 21, at the Gawahon Eco-Park in Victorias City. The program seeks to develop the capability of trainees for a community-based rehabilitation program. Training specialists on drug prevention control from the Dangerous Drug Board (DDB) will review universal prevention curriculum on substance abuse. An approximate 50 participants …
PSWDO encourages parents to instill discipline among their children
The Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) is encouraging parents to instill discipline among their children as a matter of improving local communities. “We should enforce positive discipline,” said Social Welfare Aide Narciso Abad III during a recent radio interview. “Five to 10 years from now, if these children are not guided, what will happen …
We can win vs Lucifer, but not against PECO
Based on recent developments, some Ilonggos have this bizarre hunch that Panay Electric Company (PECO) might still be able to extend its franchise for another 25 years. Since our city officials aren’t united, it will now be easier for PECO to mount an offensive, grab the yellow jersey, and weather the storm. The Ilonggo consumers …
1,300 participate in clean-up drive across Bacolod City
Around 1,300 personnel from the Bacolod City Police Office, the Department of Education-Division of Bacolod, the Bacolod Traffic Authority Office, and the Bacolod City Government Center took part in a clean-up drive and repainting across Bacolod City over the weekend. The three target areas were along South Capitol Road, beside the Development Bank of the …
Bacolod City recognized as finalist for two eGov awards
Bacolod City was awarded two trophies and two certificates of recognition for being named a finalist for Best in Data-Driven Governance and Best in Government Inter-Operability at the 2017 eGov awards, which took place last week at the Rosario Pavilion in Cagayan de Oro City. Bacolod City Planning and Development Office head Mary Jean Ramos …
Davao Aguilas beats Kaya FC, 3-1
By Paulo Loreto Lim Davao Aguilas FC defeated Kaya FC-Makati, 3-1, in their Philippines Football League (PFL) match over the weekend at the University of Makati Stadium. After Ceres-Negros FC drew with Ilocos United FC in their weekend match, the third place Kaya FC currently sits six points behind the Negrense club on the PFL …
Ceres FC draws Ilocos United
By Jerome S. Galunan, Jr. Ceres-Negros FC drew 1-1 with Ilocos United FC during their Philippines Football League (PFL) match over the weekend at the Quirino Stadium in Bantay, Ilocos Sur. “The intention was to finish the game in the first half,” said Ceres coach Risto Vidaković. “We tried to score a goal in …