According to the Department of Tourism-Region VI (DOT-6), the Bacolod City Government Center (BCGC), often referred to as the New Government Center (NGC), topped their list of recommended places to visit in Bacolod City. “You have not been to Bacolod if you have not have been to NGC,” said Bacolod City Mayor Evelio Leonardia. He …
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San Carlos City competing in #WeLoveCities campaign
San Carlos City is currently competing in the #WeLoveCities campaign, an event conducted by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), which is looking for the 2018 Most Lovable and Sustainable City in the world. The Negros Occidental city was named fourth more lovable city in 2016. The San Carlos City Environment Management Office is urging social …
Whirlpool is 8-time winner of most trusted brand in Philippines
It has been an amazing eight years for Whirlpool as time after time, Filipino consumers have maintained that they still prefer Whirlpool as their brand of choice in washing machines. During the recent awarding ceremony held at the Marco Polo Ortigas Manila hotel, Whirlpool was once again conferred with the Ultimate Seal of Consumer Approval …
Phoenix Petroleum, TIPCO, PhilAsphalt break ground for asphalt facility
It has been an amazing eight years for Whirlpool as time after time, Filipino consumers have maintained that they still prefer Whirlpool as their brand of choice in washing machines. During the recent awarding ceremony held at the Marco Polo Ortigas Manila hotel, Whirlpool was once again conferred with the Ultimate Seal of Consumer Approval …
Megaworld to complete more office towers, malls this year
Company’s Q1 net profit soars 12.5% to P3.3B driven by strong rental revenues Property giant Megaworld is set to complete a record number of office and commercial projects this year, strengthening the company’s recurring income portfolio that is expected to further drive double digit growth in the next three to five years. Five office …
People I have met through the years
EatsTravelTime Toots Jimenez, Jr. During travels, one meets personalities and distinguished figures from dining together, exchanging pleasantries, and sharing ideas; eventually becoming friends and acquaintances. In my many years of traveling, I am not only proud, but honored, to have gotten acquainted with men and women who have shared their ideas and resources in …
Suzuki PH broadens reach in Eastern Luzon with Suzuki Auto Taytay
Pioneer compact car distributor Suzuki Philippines (SPH) continues to strengthen its foothold in the country with the inauguration of Suzuki Auto Taytay in Eastern Luzon. Initially a 1S satellite showroom in SM Taytay handling only sales, the new 3S dealership now serves as a one-stop shop that also offers spare parts and services. The opening …
DA-6 provides livelihood training for differently-abled persons in Iloilo
Thirty members of the association of the differently-abled persons in Iloilo were trained on Enterprise Development and Marketing of Organically Grown Vegetables, Fruits and Herb Products at Remnant Institute, Inc., La Paz, Iloilo City. Maria Teresa T. Solis, chief of the Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Division (AMAD) 6, said the two-day training aims to capacitate …
DTI-6 imposes price freeze, trains displace workers
With the ongoing closure of resort destination Boracay, the Department of Trade and Industry-Region VI (DTI-6) has imposed a price freeze on the island in order to conduct price monitoring of basic necessities and prime commodities, which include canned fish, processed milk, coffee, laundry soap, detergent, candles, bread, salt, potable water, and locally-manufactured noodles. DTI-6 …
Iloilo City eyes P5K allowance for college scholars
The Iloilo City government is strengthening its education program with its latest initiative to extend financial assistance to college students in the city. During yesterday’s regular flag-raising program, Mayor Jose Espinosa III announced he would endorse to the Sangguniang Panlungsod a proposed ordinance, which will provide for education financial assistance to college students of the …