The Iloilo City Police Office (ICPO) reported a 21.92 percent decline in crime during the last week of January as compared to the same period last year. The highlights and closing events of the annual Iloilo Dinagyang Festival typically take place during that time. Between January 25 and 31, there were a total of 57 …
Monthly Archives: February 2019
Paraw Regatta opens on Saturday
The 47th Iloilo-Guimaras Paraw Regatta is scheduled to open on Saturday, February 9, and Iloilo City Mayor Jose Espinosa III is encouraging the public to join the festivities. “I am inviting everyone to witness the events for the celebration of the Paraw Regatta, which is considered the oldest sailing event in Asia,” he said. The …
Iloilo City councilor sues law enforcement officials
Iloilo City Councilor Plaridel Nava yesterday filed administrative cases against 17 Iloilo City Police Office (ICPO) officials surrounding the warrantless arrest of his two security aides. Abuse of authority and misconduct charges were brought before the Office of the Ombudsman. The city official is seeking the dismissal of the accused, including ICPO director, Senior Superintendent …
DOT-6 calls arrival of Japanese cruise ship a ‘good start for Iloilo City’
With the arrival of Japanese cruise ship MV Pacific Venus in Iloilo City during the Iloilo Dinagyang Festival, which closed last month, Department of Tourism-Region VI director, Atty. Helen J. Catalbas, believes the city is making its mark on the cruise ship map. “This is a good start for Iloilo City in the cruise tourism …
Lawyer in ambush case denies being a ‘puppet’
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga In response to Task Force Kasanag (TFK) commander John Chiong accusing Atty. Erfe del Castillo of filing cases in connection to an ambush that occurred last December on behalf of another party, she affirmed, “I am nobody’s puppet.” She went on to characterize the claims as “unfounded speculation.” “John …
DOT-6, Bench collaborate on promotional campaign
The Department of Tourism-Region VI (DOT-6) and retail company Bench have collaborated on a promotional campaign, with a recent summer-themed photo shoot taking place in Boracay. “One of the thrusts of the DOT is to promote tourism as a major socio-economic activity,” explained DOT-6 director, Atty. Helen J. Catalbas. “[A] partnership with the private …
Pedestrian struck by motorcycle in La Carlota City
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga At least three people were injured late Tuesday afternoon after a pedestrian was struck by a motorcycle in Barangay Haguimit in La Carlota City, Negros Occidental. Police identified the victims as 18-year-old Rudy Demesana; 23-year-old motorcyclist Jay Karl Gumban; and his backrider, 18-year-old Teresita Baghanso. Investigations carried out by …
P240K worth of drugs recovered in Silay City
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga At least P240,000 worth of suspected shabu was seized following a recent drug raid in Barangay Mambulac, Silay City, Negros Occidental. Police identified the suspect as 41-year-old Raffy Gonzaga, a resident of the said area. Silay City police chief, Police Superintendent Noel Polines, said Gonzaga is on the station’s …
2019 Midterm Elections
Duterte daughter endorses Leonardia By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga According to a press release from the Bacolod City government, Bacolod City Mayor Evelio Leonardia was recently endorsed by the daughter of President Rodrigo Duterte, Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte. The mayor received the endorsement during a courtesy call at the Davao City mayor’s …
Structures developed across Panay to market local goods
The Department of Agriculture and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) have developed structures across Panay to help promote local goods, primarily in far-flung areas. In an effort to market local goods, a regional local food terminal and 10 Bayanihan Tipon Centers have been constructed. “These structures will serve as marketing hubs for all upland …