A 16-year-old lad went missing Sunday afternoon after he was swept by rushing waters while crossing the Jalaur River in Barangay Compo in Iloilo province’s San Enrique town. The victim, whose name was withheld by police, was on his way home riding a bamboo raft at when the water in the river suddenly swelled and …
Monthly Archives: December 2020
Man hacks bro after argument
A 32-year-old man was hacked by his brother in Barangay Mocillas, Tubungan, Iloilo 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 20. Arnel Ellama was recuperating at the Rep. Pedro Trono Memorial Hospital in Guimbal town. Tubungan police said Romeo Ellama and the victim were having a drinking session when an altercation ensued between them, which led to hacking. …
A matter of trust
“It’s hard when you’re always afraid. You just recover when another belief is betrayed. So break my heart if you must. It’s a matter of trust.” – BILLY JOEL in “A Matter of Trust” My Christian belief tells me I shouldn’t reject something I don’t understand; I shouldn’t disparage the proponents of correct thinking, law …
Glorifying God
That, to me, is the best condition, the best moment we can have in this life. To be able to glorify God presumes that we have been able to identify ourselves with God in his will and in his ways as revealed fully in Christ, the Son who became man to save us, offering us …
Over P13-M projects released to 46 brgys in NegOcc
Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson turned over checks worth a total of P13,599,000 to the 46 barangays of the different cities and municipalities of the province to fund their various development projects. The projects include acquisition of multi-purpose vehicles and garbage trucks, construction of concrete footbridge, construction of street lights, construction of multi-purpose hall, …
NegOcc-PCG to implement moratorium on LSI arrivals
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) in Negros Occidental will implement the moratorium on the arrival of locally stranded individuals (LSIs) in various ports in the province. PCG-Negros Occidental chief, Commander Ludovico Librilla, said they have been coordinating with the local government units (LGUs) which have suspended the arrival of LSIs. …
Make your holiday extra special at Belmont Hotel Boracay
The festive season is a time to be together and focus on savoring meaningful moments! Visit Belmont Hotel Boracay’s official website to explore the festivities this upcoming holidays. WARM WISHES AND CHRISTMAS GIGGLES Php 4,050 per room per night Booking and stay period valid until January 5, 2021 Inclusions: Room accommodation with breakfast and 60-minute …
NOCPPO: No holiday ceasefire with ‘Reds’
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga The Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office (NOCPPO) has placed its entire force on alert after both the government and the New People’s Army (NPA) insurgents canceled plans for a holiday ceasefire. NOCPPO Public Information Officer, Police Lt. Abegael Donasco, said they are prepared for possible attacks from the insurgent group. …
No lockdown in Iloilo City during holidays – Treñas
Iloilo City Mayor Jerry P. Treñas clarified that the city government has no plans of placing the city under a lockdown during the holidays. Treñas issued the statement after receiving inquiries whether the city will go on lockdown starting Sunday, December 20, or anytime during this month. “Please be informed that the city has no …
Bacolod named most competitive city in Visayas
Bacolod City is the Most Competitive City in the Visayas in 2020, based on the data released by the National Competitiveness Council (NCC). During NCC virtual awarding ceremony recently, the Top 20 most competitive cities was led by Manila, Davao, and Pasay, while Bacolod ranked 11th. This, however, means that Bacolod has a higher rating …