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WV workers to get P13-41 wage hikeWorkers in Western Visayas will receive an increase in the daily minimum wages from P13 to P41 starting next month, according to labor representative Wennie Sancho. Nonstop rains threaten coastal, flood-prone areas anewOvernight monsoon rains flooded anew perennial flood-prone areas in the city as tight watch was made on coastal towns of the province yesterday. Major streets in Iloilo City proper had an unusually slow flow of traffic till early afternoon while long-time areas of concern in various city districts saw residents bracing for the floodwaters. |
  A. Chris Fernandez
The Infante flyover is not yet operational but a number of vehicular accidents have already occured under the steel structure. Last Wednesday night another car rammed the concrete base of the flyover.
Survey shows tourists speak well of Ilonggo hospitalityIloilo City and the island-province of Guimaras continue to reap impressive reactions from foreign as well as local tourists. The city is associated with good food, lovely people and Dinagyang festival and Guimaras with mangoes and beautiful beach resorts. A recent survey conducted by the Asia Pacific Projects Inc. (APPI) showed that aside from food, tourists also looked forward on Ilonggo hospitality which they described as "malambing", sweet loving and friendly. |
ILOILO NEWS
Intensified drive vs. power pilferage cuts city's power bills
City Mayor Jerry Treñas is expecting some P1.3 million reduction from the city's monthly electrical bills with the continuous operation of the Task Force Boltahe against illegal electrical connections.
2 Presidential Assistants for WV?
President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has appointed former Concepcion town mayor Raul Banias as Presidential Assistant for Panay to replace now Sugar Regulator Administration head Rafael "Lito" Coscolluela.
Presence of Koreans an indication of stable peace and order city
The so-called invasion of Korean nationals in the city is an indication of stable peace and order situation here, says Mayor Jerry Treñas.
Treņas reactivates City Investment Incentives Board
Mayor Jerry P. Treñas has reactivated the Iloilo City Investment Incentives Board (ICIIB) through executive order number 44-07 and named the composition of the board.
PANAY NEWS
Capiz barangay tanods receive award
The team of barangay tanods from Barangay Manibad, Mambusao, Capiz received an award for the group category of the search for Outstanding Barangay Tanods in Western Visayas this year.
DENR leads celebration of international coastal clean-up
"Buhayin at Ipaglaban/Malinis na Katubigan ng Bayan" is the battle cry of the International Coastal Clean Up as the celebration is being led by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources for this year 2007. The annual celebration reminds people from all walks of life on the importance of the coastal areas as natural resource that should be protected, cleaned, and maintained.
PRO 6 welcomes applicants in police service
Contrary to prior announcement, the Police Regional Office (PRO) 6 still welcomes applicants to police service. To date, about 500 young professionals have already submitted documentary requirements hoping to qualify in this year's recruitment quota for Western Visayas.
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OPINION
Contribution:
'Come home Dad'
/ By Brave
HEALING WISE:
Hemorrhagic dengue fever
/ By Boni L.
Coffee Thursdays Just Brewing Thoughts:
The truth and the Cardinal
/ By Paolo
Commentary:
After Erap's conviction at Sandiganbayan, now what?
/ By Rhea B.
Bona fide TEXT:
Heavens and the Earth
/ By Nicfranz C.
Reflections:
Religion as unifying tool in society
/ By Fr. Roy
Eye Opener:
Barangay, SK polls should no longer be postponed
/ By Rodolfo P.
Blogger:
The law of attraction
/ By Kathy M.
Young Voice:
My soggy flat black doll shoes
/ By Maria Reylan M.
Blessed Assurance:
How to release your burden
/ By Karen Mae
Rational Insanity:
A talk on creative writing -- Part I
/ By Bryan Mari
FEATURES
IAP's Mega Showroom breaks ground
It is world class and it's going to rise here in Iloilo City. Mayor Jerry P. Trenas has another reason to smile these days. There will be another contributor in real property taxes, so he said. "This will mean more programs for Iloilo City," he added.
Go Fish: Ludovico Betila Jr. a.k.a. "Jing and his passion for sports fishing"
Fishing has become a popular recreation for many. The primary reward for recreational fishing is not the monetary value of the catch or for food but the challenge of finding a fish and capturing it.
IYO in Concert a success
Last Sept. 2, 2007, Iloilo Youth Orchestra, Inc.(IYO) held its concert with a bang. IYO is a non-stock, non-profit organization duly incorporated by Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) on January 3, 2007. It has the mission of training and developing local musicians, creating performance opportunities for musical artists, promoting collaboration with local artists and encouraging the involvement and support of the local community in the artistic endeavors of the organization.
Miggy's kick
Oscar Miguel "Miggy" Paz is no ordinary kid in your block. He's hyperactive and he excels in taekwondo and football.and swimming. This 11-year-old jin is a student of the Bethany Life Center Academy and son of Irene Paz, a single mom.
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