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The Task Force on Moral and Values Formation (TFMVF) is continuing their ongoing campaign to educate Iloilo City barangay officials on enforcing the curfew for minors. The group has visited 32 barangays. “The cooperation of barangay officials and tanods is important to make the campaign on curfew for minors a success,” said TFMVF head Jeorge …

Iloilo City Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog warned city residents of scammers who solicit money with the promise of a barangay appointment. Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) OIC Catalino Cuy previously released an advisory warning such scams can come as a phone call or text message. The mayor advised the public to report …

The Sabor Bisaya Food Expo and Culinary Competition 2017 is set to take place at the SMX Convention Center at SM City Bacolod from July 19 to 21. The event will showcase exhibits from different food vendors, national and local companies, among others, including Conlins Coffee World, Inc., Comm Quest, SCPA, Enderun College, Sanden Corporation, Ferna …

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) will be hosting a summit for Negros Island Region (NIR) micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) on Wednesday, July 19, starting at 8:30 a.m. at the SMX Convention Center at SM City Bacolod. Focused on the theme “The 7 M’s towards a prosperous ASEAN MSME,” the summit will feature panels on …

SM City Bacolod and Sabor Ilonggo are celebrating Nutrition Month with #FoodExpo2017. Visit the main atrium in the north wing of SM City Bacolod and browse the numerous food stalls offering a variety of local cuisine. Vendors participating in the event include: • Sabor Ilonggo • Adobo King • Feb’s Frozen Food and Delicacies • …

By Joan Honoridez The Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) recently tapped the Association of Negros Artists (ANA) to assist in their campaign to combat vandalism in Bacolod City. According to Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) acting director, Police Senior Superintendent Jack Wanky, the city looked “dirty” with vandalism everywhere, prompting him to order a system …

Bacolod Lone District Rep. Greg Gasataya will serve as guest of honor for the Negros Press Club Inter-Color Bowling Tournament at the Negros Super Lanes in the Goldenfield Commercial Complex this weekend. The competition is open to press club members and employees of media outlets in Bacolod City and Negros Occidental. To participate, prospective players …

The group Porsigue Trekkers held an outreach party last weekend at Bilbao, Barangay Pta. Mesa, Manapla, called “Trek or Treat,” where nearly 100 children participated. The party included activities such as making balloon decorations, a mascot presentation, picture taking, along with other games. Revelers also left with giveaways, which comprised of school supplies. Guests were …

Six Manapla-based organizations associated with the Philippine Rural Reconstruction Movement (PRRM) recently formed an alliance called the Chambery Multi-Sectoral People’s Alliance (ChaMPA), focused on climate and disaster risk reduction. The group held elections at their founding assembly towards the end of last month and elected Chambery Small Fisherfolk Association (ChaSFA) President Luzviminda Diaros to lead …

Based on a 2016 Department of Tourism-Region VI (DOT-6) survey of same-day visitors, the majority preferred day trips during their time in the region. “Increased connectivity provided opportunities for more tourists to visit Western Visayas,” said DOT-6 director, Atty. Helen J. Catalbas. “Iloilo is an international gateway with the presence of Iloilo International Airport; Guimaras …