“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” –Martin Luther King, Jr. Was it a populist rant or brotherly malasakit (deep concern) from a retired police officer-turned-lawmaker who is tormented by the humiliation suffered by a “promdi” cop? Pangasinan second district Rep. Leopoldo Bataoil earned “pogi points” from former Philippine National Police (PNP) colleagues …
Monthly Archives: January 2019
Manila Bay’s splendor of the past
“It is almost impossible to watch a sunset and not dream.” –Bernard Williams Through the years, Manila Bay has been known for its beautiful sunset. I remember visiting Manila Bay and I was completely immersed in the glowing sun. The beauty of the setting sun allowed us to feel the magic and splendor the …
NPA claims responsibility for Guihulngan City attack
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga The New People’s Army (NPA) Leonardo Panaligan Command confirmed their units engaged soldiers from the Philippine Army 94th Infantry Battalion (94IB) in Guihulngan City, Negros Oriental last Monday. In a statement by spokesperson Ka JB Regalado, he claimed they ambushed the soldiers, who were inside military trucks, using snipers. …
Dinagyang Festival 2019
Religious events open today The San Jose Parish Church will be opening religious events for the Iloilo Dinagyang Festival with Sto. Niño Masses beginning today and running until January 24. Services begin at 6:00 a.m. with mass in Ilonggo, with additional masses in English scheduled throughout the day. The image of Sto. Niño is …
Clearing operations conducted in Villamonte
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Personnel from the Negros Occidental Highway Patrol Group (HPG), City Legal Enforcement Unit, Traffic Management Unit, Land Transportation Office, and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) conducted clearing operations yesterday along Burgos Avenue in Barangay Villamonte, Bacolod City. HPG-Negros Occidental chief, Police Senior Inspector Robelito Mariano, said the …
Provincial Jail, MBDJ undergo shakedowns
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency-Region 6 (PDEA-6) operatives and Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) personnel conducted random shakedowns between Monday and yesterday at the Metro Bacolod District Jail (MBDJ) in Barangay Taculing and the Negros Occidental Provincial Jail in Barangay Tabunan, Bago City. Based on a statement by …
Man arrested for gun possession in Talisay City
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga A 48-year-old man was arrested by police late Monday afternoon after he was seen carrying a firearm in Barangay Zone 3, Talisay City, Negros Occidental. Police identified the suspect as Niel Malaga, a resident of the said area. Talisay City police said they received a call from local residents …
Moises Padilla mayor lauds BCPO director’s removal
Peña urges Leonardia, Familiaran to press charges By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Moises Padilla Mayor Magdaleno Peña lauded President Rodrigo Duterte for removing Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) director, Police Senior Superintendent Francisco Ebreo, who is accused of having links to illegal drugs in the city. In a statement, Peña expressed his appreciation …
Dinagyang Festival 2019
Over 6,000 security forces expected to be deployed An over 6,000-strong security force is expected to be deployed throughout Iloilo City beginning January 24, ahead of the Iloilo Dinagyang Festival highlights, which are scheduled from January 25 to 27. “We will be strict in the implementation of security measures,” explained Iloilo City Police Office …
Three hospitalized following La Carlota City brawl
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Three people, one of which was a minor, were hospitalized late Monday night after engaging in a drunken brawl at Hacienda Plamar in La Carlota City, Negros Occidental. Police identified the individuals as Hernan Batonisan and Jonabel Bili-ot, while the minor’s identity was withheld. Based on a report by …