Engineer: Work has been affected by rainy weather By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) chief of the construction section in Bacolod City assured city residents flooding along Lacson Street will reduce once the drainage system currently being installed is complete, which is expected by this year. …
Monthly Archives: May 2018
Senator supports developing Guimaras ‘mango school’
While speaking during the opening of the 20th National Mango Congress in Guimaras recently, Senator Cynthia Villar, who serves as Senate Committee on Agriculture and Food chair, said growing Guimaras mangoes, considered the sweetest variety in the country, could be formally taught. “Guimaras has [the National Mango Research and Development Center],” she said. “Whatever the …
Espinosa on alleged SK Federation meddling by Treñas: No comment
When asked about allegations of meddling in the recent Iloilo City Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Federation elections by Iloilo City lone district Rep. Jerry P. Treñas, Iloilo City Mayor Jose Espinosa III refused to comment on the matter. “I don’t want to divide the youth,” he explained. “Kon ano ang resulta (whatever the result), we will …
Grenade thrown at Bacong mayor’s home
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga At least one person was wounded after unidentified suspects threw a grenade late Tuesday evening at a home owned by Mayor Jocelyn Alviola of Bacong, Negros Oriental. Police identified the victim as 30-year-old Diane Jane Justiniano, the common-law wife of Alviola’s son. Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office (NOrPPO) spokesperson, Police …
Another kagawad shot dead
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Another barangay kagawad was shot dead by still-unidentified suspects Tuesday night in Barangay Gatuslao, Candoni, Negros Occidental. The police identified the fatality as 58-year-old Willie Castro, a resident of the said area. Candoni municipal police chief, Police Senior Inspector Jennick Bermudez, said, around 7:00 p.m., the victim left his …
Power interruption on Sunday
The Central Negros Electric Cooperative, Inc. (Ceneco) will be conducting maintenance activity on Sunday, June 3, in order to ensure stability of distribution lines to avoid further serious damages that may result in major interruptions. This activity will impact customers connected to the Panaogao Feeders. Date: Sunday (June 3), from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 …
Task force to monitor school opening in Iloilo City
The Iloilo City Public Safety and Management Office (PSTMO) will be creating a task force to monitor the opening of the 2018-2019 academic year, which is scheduled to take place on Monday, June 4. The group will secure roads leading to schools, repaint pedestrian lanes, and ensure there is enough police security at city schools. …
Bacolod City, Bago City SK Federation officials inducted
Bacolod City Mayor Evelio Leonardia inducted the newly-elected officials of the Bacolod City Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Federation during a ceremony at the Nature’s Village Resort in Talisay City earlier this week. “This is a big privilege and opportunity,” he said to the youth leaders. The mayor also called on the local officials to be agents …
Fire victims receive financial assistance
A total of 26 families that have been impacted by recent fire incidents received financial assistance from the Iloilo City government earlier this week at City Hall. “We know how hard it is for you to cope with your situation,” said Iloilo City Mayor Jose Espinosa III. “The recovery process is not easy.” P7,000 was …
Iloilo City discourages giving to beggars
The Iloilo City Public Safety and Transportation Management Office (PSTMO) discouraged the public from giving to beggars, often referred to as ‘badjaos’ or ‘sea gypsies,’ pointing out the practice is prohibited by law. “There is a national law that prohibits us [from giving] alms to those who are begging on the streets,” stated PSTMO head …