Following an operation by the Task Force on Moral and Values and Formation that found the Iloilo Terminal Market, often referred to as ‘Super,’ was being used as a “sex den” after 14 minors were rescued, the Iloilo City government said they would take over market operations. Task Force head Nestor Canong said initial talks …
Monthly Archives: September 2019
Sagay City barangays meet to affirm commitment to fight dengue fever
Representatives from Sagay City’s 25 barangays recently gathered at the city gymnasium to affirm their commitment to fighting dengue fever. Former City Councilor Jose Frange spoke on behalf of Mayor Alfredo Marañon III and stated, “I call everyone to help one another to make our city dengue free.” The event urged officials to observe the …
Rita Daniela, Ken Chan celebrate Minuluan Festival
The well-loved tandem of RitKen—Rita Daniela and Ken Chan—is celebrating Negros Occidental’s Minuluan Festival this Saturday via a Kapuso Fiesta courtesy of GMA Regional TV. Rita and Ken, who are set to be part of the second season of “The Clash” as Journey Hosts, are sure to treat their Kapuso fans to an evening of …
Serenio spouse seeks NBI assistance
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga The wife of Ricky Serenio, who formerly served as a bagman for the Berya drug group, is calling for the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to probe her husband’s recent murder. The victim’s spouse, who has requested anonymity, refuted earlier claims by law enforcement that accused her husband of returning …
Dept. of Agriculture: 18K Region VI farmers benefit from rice processing centers
Amid the ongoing matter regarding lower prices for locally-produced palay, or rice, the Department of Agriculture said their rice processing centers set up across the Western Visayas have benefitted at least 18,000 local farmers. At the centers, grains are milled, cleaned, among other processes. “We have 24 processing centers in the region,” said focal person, …
Former news anchor wins local Philippine Councilors League post
Polls initially delayed due to disagreements By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Former ABS-CBN Bacolod news anchor Ryan Gamboa, who currently serves as a Silay City councilor, was recently elected president of the Negros Occidental Philippine Councilors League (PCL), defeating Sagay City Councilor Arthur Christopher Marañon by a vote of 179 to 148 last Thursday at …
Charges dismissed against TFK commander, journalist
The Office of the Provincial Prosecutor dismissed falsification complaints filed by two Moises Padilla residents against Task Force Kasanag (TFK) national commander John Chiong and journalist Dolly Yasa for lack of probable cause. The decision, penned by Assistant Provincial Prosecutor Elsie M. Sendico and approved by Provincial Prosecutor Rodrigo Diaz, affirmed: “No probable cause exists …
Southeast Asian Grand Prix 2019
Three local players named to PHL volleyball team By Adrian Stewart Co Three volleyball players from the Western Visayas were named to the 16-player squad set to compete at the Southeast Asian Grand Prix 2019 from September 20 to 22 in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand. Ilonggo players Abigail Maraño and Aiza Maizo-Pontillas, alongside Jovelyn Gonzaga of …
AMA Online earns D-League playoff spot
After Aaron Black scored 45 points for AMA Online Education Titans in their 133-90 win over Hazchem Green Warriors in the PBA D-League Foundation Cup earlier this week at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig City, AMA Online secured a spot in the playoffs. Aside from his scoring feat, the sixth highest in the league, …
Creamline remains unbeaten in the Open Conference
The Creamline Cool Smashers remained unbeaten in the 2019 Premier Volleyball League Open Conference following their recent 25-23, 28-26, 26-24 sweep over the PacificTown-Army Lady Troopers at the San Juan Arena. Alyssa Valdez top-scored for Creamline with 18 points on 16 attacks, while Jessica Galanza had a double-double with 14 points and 14 excellent receptions, …