Task Force Buglas, which was established to ensure coordinated quick response to disasters and terror threats, held a series of forums across Negros Occidental last week, where the subject of violent extremism was discussed. The forums, which were held in Talisay City, Kabankalan City, and Manapla, sought to promote awareness of the dangers of violent …
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UNO-R hosts research seminar
The University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos (UNO-R) Graduate School held a research seminar over the weekend that focused on research methods. Silliman University Research Center director, Dr. Enrique G. Oracion, served as research speaker and discussed subjects including paradigms and practices in teaching research and the best practices in research paneling./WDJ
Assistance distributed to Iloilo City families affected by rain, fire
The Iloilo City government recently distributed assistance funds for 14 families affected by heavy rains or fire. P7,000 was provided for those whose houses were completely damaged, while P3,500 was given to those whose homes were partially-damaged. “We hope that the amount given will somehow help,” said Iloilo City Mayor Jose Espinosa III. The beneficiaries …
Coca-Cola breaks ground on cookery lab at high school in Murcia
The Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines, Inc., in partnership with the Philippine Business for Social Progress, recently broke ground on a new cookery lab at Lopez Jaena National High School in Murcia. Upon completion, the facility will provide work stations with wash areas, a lecture room, storage room, toilets, and changing rooms. Supplemental equipment and machines will …
Korean community development group to hold summit in Iloilo City
The Iloilo provincial government, in partnership with the South Korean embassy and the local chapter of the Saemaul Undong movement, a rural community development initiative based in South Korea, will be holding a summit in Iloilo City next month, from August 30 to 31. “This summit will provide us with a platform where we can …
Bacolod cops, partners hold river clean-up
Policemen in Bacolod led a simultaneous clean-up of rivers around the city on Saturday morning as part of the observance of the 23rd Police Community Relations (PCR) Month. Chief Inspector Sherlock Gabana, Bacolod police public information officer and PCR Unit officer-in-charge, said the activity was participated in by personnel from the headquarters and all 10 …
Tourism summit pushed in Iloilo’s 5th district
A tourism summit is being pushed for the 5th district of Iloilo province to discuss tourism concerns in the northern part, where some of the popular island destinations such as Gigantes and Sicogon are located. Fifth District Rep. Raul Tupas said they plan to conduct the summit within one or two months from now as …
Suzuki Philippines advances expansion initiatives outside Metro Manila
Pioneer compact car distributor Suzuki Philippines (SPH) further strengthens its market presence outside Metro Manila with back-to-back expansion initiatives in the CALABARZON and Ilocos regions. Following the successful introduction of the two latest additions to the Suzuki automobile lineup, the all-new Dzire and Swift, SPH continues to drive forward in the competitive automobile industry by …
P10M Antique tourism office to be built starting next week
The construction of the P10-million Antique Tourism Office will start next week. Antique provincial tourism officer Jose Ramlo Villaluna said that no less than Governor Rhodora J. Cadiao attended the pre-construction meeting with personnel of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the contractor, which was held at the Sumakwel Hall of the …
GSIS extends personal-appearance requirement for pensioners until July 31
State pension fund Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has extended the deadline until July 31 for its old-age and survivorship pensioners to comply with the Annual Pensioners’ Information Revalidation (APIR) requirement. “APIR’s cut-off date was moved to July 31 to give more time to our pensioners to report at the GSIS office nearest them or …