Various barangays in Bacolod City and several towns in Negros Occidental were the recipients of free medical and dental services for both pedia and adult patients in a mission conducted by the SM Foundation yesterday. In cooperation with the Negros Economic Development Foundation, Rotary Club of Bacolod Central and the Bacolod City Health Office, the …
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Pension for Iloilo City PWDs, senior citizens up for release this week
The Iloilo City government kicked off the distribution of the social pension for 2,000 persons with disability (PWDs) and 5,000 senior citizens in the said city yesterday. Gene Garingalao, city social welfare and development officer, said the social pension is sourced from the city’s local fund. Each PWD and senior citizen beneficiary is entitled to …
Modern calligraphy workshop set in Bacolod City
A “modern calligraphy” workshop is set to be held in Bacolod City and it’s calling for participants—practicing artists, visual designers, and aspiring letterers. Entitled “Modern Calligraphy Workshop,” it will be held on June 2, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Common Ground Café & Bar at 19th Lacson Street. For P1,800, participants may enjoy …
Sharon Cuneta to hold charity concert in Bacolod City
The Sharon Cuneta Mega Philippine Tour 2018 visits Bacolod City on June 1, where the megastar will be performing at the SMX Convention Center at SM City Bacolod. Martin Nievera and Basil Valdez will also perform as special guests. The concert benefits the St. Mary’s Home for the Aged Foundation and Christian Foundation for persons …
DepEd reiterates ‘No collection policy’ during enrollment
The Department of Education (DepEd) is reminding school heads as well as parents of the “No collection policy” during the enrollment period. Dr. Gaudencio Riego, officer in charge of the DepEd Division of Antique, said that they have already received reports that some schools, which he did not disclose, are collecting fees. “Collection of fees …
Briefing on dengue, rabies, HIV today
The Provincial Health Office (PHO) will be conducting a briefing on dengue, rabies, and the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) today, May 22, at the Nature’s Village Resort in Talisay City. According to Negros Association of Government Information Officers and Liaisons (NAGIOL) President Olive Seruelo, Provincial HIV Coordinator Jospehine Nonato will provide updates on the HIV …
3 NegOcc electric coops cut power rates in May
All three electric cooperatives in Negros Occidental reported a decrease in power rates for the month of May. The Central Negros Electric Cooperative (Ceneco) has two separate rates this month — one for “affected consumers” and another for “unaffected consumers.” Ceneco general manager Sulpicio Lagarde Jr. said “affected consumers” are those affected by the recovery …
Your road trip must-haves
Summer is the time when road trips rule. So, whether you are planning an out-of-town getaway, a drive through the countryside, or simply a tour of city hotspots, make sure that your car is safe and comfortable with ACE Hardware’s cool automotive stuff. There are Armor All car care products to keep your car clean, …
PDIC to hold public bidding of assets on May 29
The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) is set to dispose via public bidding on an “as-is, where is” basis, a total of 75 closed banks’ and corporate assets with an aggregate minimum disposal price of P78 million. The bidding will be held on May 29, 2018 at the PDIC Training Room, 9th Floor, SSS Building, …
Megaworld’s GERI Q1 earnings up 27% as rental revenues tripled
Global Estate Resorts Inc. (GERI), Megaworld’s subsidiary that develops integrated tourism and leisure estates, has sustained its growth momentum this year as first quarter earnings soared 27% to P399‐million from P315‐million during the same period last year. Net income attributable to parent company ended at P407 million, up 25% from P326‐million during the same period …