By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga A total of 20 Negrenses were recognized as part of Istorya ng Pag-asa (INP), an initiative by the Office of the Vice President, described as a “traveling photo gallery featuring extraordinary stories of ordinary Filipinos.” Vice President Maria Leonor ‘Leni’ Robredo was in Bacolod City yesterday to lead a …
Monthly Archives: June 2018
One dies of suspected dengue in Ajuy
A 19-year-old woman from the village of Pantalan Nabaye in Ajuy, Iloilo died on Tuesday due to suspected dengue. In an interview on Wednesday, Dr. Patricia Grace Trabado, chief of the Provincial Health Office (PHO), said that they are still waiting for the death certificate of the suspect to confirm if it was really caused …
Construction stopped on new tombs at Burgos Cemetery
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Bacolod City General Services Office head Jerome Solinap confirmed the construction of new tombs at the Burgos Public Cemetery has been stopped. In a radio interview yesterday morning, Solinap said he had been recommending the complete closure of the cemetery, but they are still waiting on a decision. He …
NOrPPO reports 40% drop in crime rate
The Negros Oriental Provincial Police Office (NOrPPO) revealed during the recent Provincial Peace and Order Council meeting, the province saw a 40 percent drop in the crime rate last month with 397 criminal incidents reported in May, down from the 665 recorded during the same period last year. According to NOrPPO director, Police Senior Superintendent …
Duterte to award land certificates, turn over farm-to-market roads
President Rodrigo Duterte is expected to visit Iloilo on June 20 to lead the 30th anniversary of the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP) of the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR). This was announced by Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor Sr. in his regular press conference yesterday. The governor said the President will lead the distribution of …
Construction worker electrocuted in Cadiz City
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga A construction worker was injured after being electrocuted and fell from a building Wednesday afternoon in Barangay Zone 3, Cadiz City. Police identified the victim as 32-year-old Erol Gonzales, a resident of the said barangay. Based on information provided by witnesses to Cadiz City police, around 2:40 p.m., Gonzales …
What if something bad happens to you? (Part 1)
When you’re dead, you’re dead. What happens to your business, however is another story… if you planned the leadership and ownership transition, I congratulate you! In your memorial service, you will be remembered fondly! Wait a minute! No plan? That can be chaotic for your family, children, employees, partners, and the business itself – …
Reading the Bible: Armor vs. rains, floods, winds
“…The law of the Lord is perfect, refreshing the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple…” –Psalm 19:7 As rains, floods, and winds begin their annual visit to the Philippines, I want to reiterate a reminder from Jesus Christ, our God and Savior, who said those who truly listen …
Father’s Day is here
When Father’s Day rolls around, Sunday, June 17, shopping malls pulls out all their gimmicks and other premium offers in an attempt to see who is the best at bringing in customers. These displays have the children of families thinking about what they will give to their papa, tatay, dad, or itay on the special …
A possible Jamjam Baronda-Lex Tupas duel is ‘disheartening’
“Youth has no age.” –Pablo Picasso I am one of those people who expressed sadness after recently hearing about the “rift” between Iloilo City lone district Rep. Jerry P. Treñas and Iloilo City Mayor Jose Espinosa III has yet to be settled. They are two of the most dynamic and young city leaders and …