Classes of 1997, 1995, 1992 lead respective brackets By Jerome S. Galunan, Jr. The Classes of 1997, 1995, and 1992 lead their respective brackets in the ongoing qualifying round for the 2017-2018 Negros Occidental High School Alumni Association, Inc. (NOHSAAI) Duckpin Bowling Festival for Unity at the Negros Super Lanes in the Goldenfield Commercial …
Monthly Archives: December 2017
Congressman Greg Gasataya Christmas Basketball Open Invitational League
Eight teams set to face off, starting on Sunday By Jerome S. Galunan, Jr. The Congressman Greg Gasataya Christmas Basketball Open Invitational League is scheduled to begin on Sunday, December 10, at 2:00 p.m. at the STI-West Negros University gym. The competition will be divided into two brackets. Bracket A will include ESJ & Sons …
2017 Palarong Panlalawigan: Competition opens on Sunday at the Panaad
By Jerome S. Galunan, Jr. The 2017 Palarong Panlalawigan is scheduled to hold opening ceremonies on Sunday, December 10, at 2:00 p.m. at the Panaad Park and Stadium in Bacolod City. According to Department of Education (DepEd) Division of Negros Occidental Sports Coordinator Romeo Sison, a number of individuals are expected to give …
SCUAA-6: University of Antique dominates the swimming events
By Jhay Luces The University of Antique recently dominated the swimming events of the State Colleges and Universities Athletic Association-Region VI (SCUAA-6) meet at the Binirayan Swimming Pool in San Jose, Antique, winning a total 25 gold, 16 silver, and 15 bronze medals. “We motivate them to practice daily and provide them moral …
Attractiveness (or purported attractiveness) over substance?
It was a couple months ago, during a press conference called by two local elected officials, when the issue physical appearance entered into the conversation. One of the individuals lost in a previous election and the conversation turned into commentary on how he believed he was only “slightly less attractive” than his winning opponent. Albeit …
LCC wins architectural design contest
A group of students from La Consolacion College-Bacolod (LCC) recently took first place in the Negros First Institute of Technology Global Campus Conceptual Design Competition, winning P100,000, a trophy, and a certificate. Negros Occidental Governor Alfredo Marañon, Jr. congratulated the winners, calling the competition “an opportunity for the future architects to showcase their skills.” The …
PIA encourages local students to prevent the spread of misinformation
During the recent College Press Awards at the Iloilo Convention Center, Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Director-General Harold Clavite told the gathered student writers to prevent the spread of misinformation. “Tell your parents, your classmates, and your friends that misinformation can only be prevented if we all do our part to check what we tell other …
UNO-R celebrates 429th Day of Order
The University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos (UNO-R) recently observed the 429th Day of Order, a time in which believers nurture their spiritual life and their relationship with God. The event opened with a vocation conference at the Oratory of St. Nicholas of Tolentino. An advent reflection, celebrated by Rev. Fr. Gideon Lagrimas, took place that afternoon, …
City Population Office holds parenthood seminar for fathers in Brgy. Estefania
The City Population Office (CPO), in partnership with the Department of Social Services and Development (DSSD) and Violence Against Women Council (VAWC), held a seminar on responsible parenting for fathers in Barangay Estefania earlier this week. The program covered topics including child rearing and assisting in pregnancy. In addition, Benybeth Agbones of the CPO Population …
BCPO deputy relieved over suspected involvement in Goldenfields incident
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga According to Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) spokesperson, Police Senior Inspector Armilyn Vargas, it was revealed yesterday morning BCPO deputy administrative director, Police Superintendent Ronaldo Palomo, was relieved of duty following allegations of his involvement in last week’s hostile takeover attempt of a bar in the Goldenfields Commercial Complex in …