12 10 362 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document New flood control to boost Alimodian’s agri resilience By Panay News -Thursday, November 7, 2024 The recently completed flood control structure in Barangay Bagumbayan, Alimodian, Iloilo is a revetment wall on a steel sheet foundation built to reduce the risk of flooding by diverting, storing, and releasing floodwaters in a controlled manner, especially during bad weather. DPWH PHOTO The recently completed flood control structure in Barangay Bagumbayan, Alimodian, Iloilo is a revetment wall on a steel sheet foundation built to reduce the risk of flooding by diverting, storing, and releasing floodwaters in a controlled manner, especially during bad weather. DPWH PHOTO ILOILO – The newly completed P96.4-million flood control project in Alimodian is a critical investment in the town’s agricultural resilience and economic stability. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) recently announced the completion of a 665-lineal meter revetment wall in Barangay Bagumbayan, constructed to protect local livelihoods and facilitate the uninterrupted flow of goods and services, particularly during harsh weather. DPWH Region 6 director Sanny Boy Oropel said the structure is designed not only to prevent flooding but to safeguard the nearby Aganan Bridge, a vital transportation link for local farmers and residents. This protection allows for the consistent movement of agricultural products, helping to stabilize the community’s economy even when river conditions are unpredictable, he explained. Beyond immediate flood control, the project aims to curb sedimentation and pollution in the Jaro-Aganan River, mitigating river bank erosion and preserving the environmental integrity essential to farming and animal-raising activities. With the added security against flood-related disruptions, Alimodian’s agricultural sector, a cornerstone of the local economy, stands to benefit greatly, encouraging further investment in rural development and sustainability. The DPWH-Iloilo’s 4th District Engineering Office led the project. (With a report from the Philippine News Agency)/PN Citation Citation of the article Ladiao, M. T. (2024, November 7). New flood control to boost Alimodian’s agri resilience. Panay News, 3. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource New flood control to boost Alimodian’s agri resilience Description An account of the resource ILOILO – The newly completed P96.4-million flood control project in Alimodian is a critical investment in the town’s agricultural resilience and economic stability. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Ladiao, Ma. Theresa Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/new-flood-control-to-boost-alimodians-agri-resilience/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource November 7, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Flood control Alimodian Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Farm schools in WV plant seeds for sustainable local economies By Panay News -Saturday, October 26, 2024 Learners of Jayobo Farm School in Lambunao, Iloilo plant bananas as part of their learning activities, in this undated photo. Close to 8,000 junior high school learners are enrolled in 31 farm schools in various school divisions in Western Visayas. PHOTO COURTESY OF JAYOBO FARM SCHOOL FB PAGE Learners of Jayobo Farm School in Lambunao, Iloilo plant bananas as part of their learning activities, in this undated photo. Close to 8,000 junior high school learners are enrolled in 31 farm schools in various school divisions in Western Visayas. PHOTO COURTESY OF JAYOBO FARM SCHOOL FB PAGE ILOILO City – In just four years, Western Visayas’ farm schools have sparked an agricultural renaissance among local students, turning classrooms into green hubs for sustainable food production and economic resilience. With nearly 8,000 junior high school students now embracing farming education, the region is cultivating a generation geared towards self-sufficiency and entrepreneurship. Under the initiative led by the Department of Education (DepEd), 31 farm schools across Western Visayas now offer courses that go beyond traditional agriculture, introducing students to fisheries, livestock, and entrepreneurial skills. Dr. Elena Gonzaga, curriculum and learning management division chief, highlighted the program’s emphasis on hands-on learning tailored to the region’s unique environment, stating, DepEd is building knowledge that meets local needs, preparing students not just for jobs, but for ownership in food production. The initiative has attracted attention nationwide, with other regions eager to replicate Western Visayas’ success. Regional Director Ramir Uytico is pushing for further support to scale these efforts, noting the program’s potential to alleviate local poverty and hunger through a new generation of skilled young farmers. Initial funding of P106 million has bolstered the schools, and Uytico aims to secure continued backing from DepEd’s central office. Schools are already branching into unique projects to create localized agricultural solutions. The Jayobo Farm School in Lambunao, Iloilo, has integrated native pig farming and plans to launch a community talipapa where students can sell their produce, generating income for the program and financial rewards for learners. “If we want to eradicate poverty and hunger, support our farm schools,” Uytico said. Iloilo City’s farm school, supported by the local government, plans to incorporate hydroponic farming alongside mushroom culture, adding a sustainable urban agriculture element to its curriculum. By expanding into commercial partnerships, the farm schools hope to attract support from local hotels and restaurants, building a market for student-grown products and further enhancing the viability of these educational programs. As these farm schools take root, they not only promise food security but also pave the way for young minds to become entrepreneurs and environmental stewards. (With a report from the Philippine News Agency)/PN Citation Citation of the article Singuay, M. (2024 October 26-27). Farm schools in WV plant seeds for sustainable local economies. Panay News, 4. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Farm schools in WV plant seeds for sustainable local economies Description An account of the resource ILOILO City – In just four years, Western Visayas’ farm schools have sparked an agricultural renaissance among local students, turning classrooms into green hubs for sustainable food production and economic resilience. 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Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Citation Citation of the article Lena, P. (2024, October 31). Iloilo prov’l library recommends free horror classic reading materials. https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1236836 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo prov’l library recommends free horror classic reading materials Subject The topic of the resource Horror Public libraries Description An account of the resource <p><strong>ILOILO CITY</strong><span> </span>– The Iloilo Provincial Library and Archives has recommended worthwhile reading materials from a free public domain in time for Halloween.</p> <p>“We recommended some books that we got from Project Gutenberg since not many people are aware that these books can be downloaded for free, like the works of Edgar Allan Poe and popular authors whose works have inspired a lot of movies, a lot of other stories,” Provincial Librarian Allana Delgado said in an interview on Thursday.</p> <p>She explained that the copyright of books in the free public domain has already expired, so they can be downloaded for free.</p> <p>Those who are interested can download the FREE eBook Reader app: ReadEra from Google Play or the Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id1669188337 or download through Project Gutenberg: https://gutenberg.org/ebooks/70652.</p> <p>“As a reader, I was also excited to share. During this time, a lot of people probably are watching horror movies, so they might be interested in looking for something to read. So, I thought it was the perfect time to share it, especially since there are a lot of very good classic books that are available now online,” Delgado said.</p> <p>The Iloilo Provincial Library and Archives Facebook page identified among others "At the Mountains of Madness" by HP Lovecraft, a novella blending science fiction and horror, written in the early 20th century; “The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde, a novel written during the late 19th century; "The Works of Edgar Allan Poe, The Raven Edition" by Edgar Allan Poe, a comprehensive collection of his literary output, likely compiled in the late 19th century; "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley, first published in 1818; "Wuthering Heights," a famous novel by Emily Brontë, published in 1847; and “Dracula (1897), a gothic horror novel by Bram Stoker.</p> <p>“Some of these are fantasy, some are horror classics that have influenced a lot of books and other stories. But I have also included Wuthering Heights, a romance novel with elements of a ghost story because there is a ghost in the story,” she said.</p> <p>Project Gutenberg is one of the oldest online libraries, hosting free books.</p> <p>It is working on digitizing books in the public domain for download, she added.</p> <p>“We post about free resources regularly on our Facebook page. We frequently share resources relevant to the time,” Delgado said.<span> </span><em><strong>(PNA)</strong></em> </p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lena, Perla Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1236836" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Philippine News Agency</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Philippine News Agency Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource October 31, 2024 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Online news article Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Iloilo Provincial Library and Archives Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Iloilo named PH’s second most business-friendly province By Ime Sornito -Saturday, October 26, 2024 Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. accepts Iloilo Province’s award as second Most Business-Friendly Province in the country during the 50th Philippine Business Conference and Expo (PBC&E) and the 2024 Most Business-Friendly Awards ceremony, held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay City on October 22. CAPITOL PHOTO Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. accepts Iloilo Province’s award as second Most Business-Friendly Province in the country during the 50th Philippine Business Conference and Expo (PBC&E) and the 2024 Most Business-Friendly Awards ceremony, held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay City on October 22. CAPITOL PHOTO ILOILO – The Province of Iloilo has been recognized as the second Most Business-Friendly Province in the country at the 2024 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit (LGU) Awards, hosted by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI). The award was presented to the Iloilo provincial government for its entry titled “Agriculture is Business” which emphasizes the province’s commitment to agricultural development. Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. accepted the award during the 50th Philippine Business Conference and Expo (PBC&E) and the 2024 Most Business-Friendly Awards ceremony, held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay City on October 22. Joining Governor Defensor in accepting the award were Provincial Administrator Raul Banias, Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions Center (LEDIP) chief Aulynn Yue Sin, Provincial Treasurer Jean Maire Umadhay, Provincial Agriculturist Ildefonso Toledo, and Public Employment Service Office officer-in-charge Cynthia Parcon. PCCI executives, including Regional Governor Jobert Peñaflorida and Engr. Fulbert Woo, president of the PCCI-Iloilo Chapter, were also present. Additionally, the province received a special citation, a first for Iloilo, for its active support of infrastructure programs that foster sustainable urban development and the creation of new growth centers. This achievement was realized through the strengthening of public-private sector partnerships (PPPs) and a commitment to fast-tracking progress. Iloilo was among the Top 5 provinces in the final judging of the 2024 Most Business-Friendly LGU Awards, an acknowledgement of the provincial government’s aggressive support for economic growth and development. The finalists were judged based on significant initiatives under four criteria: * fast-tracking sustainable local economic development * ease of doing business * investment promotion * enhancing sectoral competitiveness These initiatives included the adoption of strategies to improve economic growth and employment generation, streamlining business transactions through technological innovations, implementing business-friendly policies, and promoting sector-specific advancements. This year’s PCCI award, under the theme “Embracing Innovation. Empowering Business. Enriching Lives”, aims to highlight LGU innovations, success stories, and best practices that enable businesses to thrive in sustainable and competitive partnerships with the private sector. This campaign for LGU business-friendliness among local governments is part of the indicators for the thematic areas of business-friendliness and competitiveness within the Seal of Good Local Governance of the Department of the Interior and Local Government./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, October 26). Iloilo named PH’s second most business-friendly province. Panay News, 2. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo named PH’s second most business-friendly province Description An account of the resource ILOILO – The Province of Iloilo has been recognized as the second Most Business-Friendly Province in the country at the 2024 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit (LGU) Awards, hosted by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI). Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/iloilo-named-phs-second-most-business-friendly-province/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource October 26, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo (Philippines : Province) Business Agriculture Business--Awards Iloilo Province Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) Iloilo Chapter Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Iloilo dengue cases remain above safe levels – IPHO By Ime Sornito -Tuesday, October 29, 2024 QUIÑON QUIÑON ILOILO – Dengue case numbers have not yet dropped to a level where Ilonggos can already relax, according to the Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO). Thus, with only 10 weeks remaining in 2024, the IPHO has reminded residents to maintain rigorous efforts in searching for and eliminating mosquito breeding sites to further reduce dengue cases across the province. From January 1 to October 19, 2024, Iloilo Province recorded 10,530 dengue cases with 29 fatalities, marking a 624% increase compared to the same period last year, which saw 1,454 cases and two deaths. Dengue is a viral disease transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. Symptoms typically include high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, rash, and mild bleeding. In severe cases, dengue can progress to dengue hemorrhagic fever, which can lead to blood plasma leakage, organ impairment, and even death. IPHO head Dr. Maria Socorro Colmenares-Quiñon emphasized the ongoing severity of the situation, saying, “We are still under a state of calamity, and case numbers have not yet dropped to a level where we can relax.” The trend shows a gradual decrease in cases following the peak from August 4-10, when the province reported 1,122 cases. Weekly cases have since declined from August 11 to October 19 as follows: * August 11-17 – 1,052 cases * August 18-24 – 752 cases * August 25-31 – 693 cases * September 1-7 – 529 cases * September 8-14 – 334 cases * September 15-21 – 117 cases * September 22-28 – 241 cases * September 29-October 5 – 96 cases * October 6-12 – 162 cases * October 13-19 – 59 cases Quiñon noted that “the most effective and cost-free method to curb dengue is simply inspecting homes and eliminating breeding sites.” This year, Passi City, Oton, Calinog, and Leon are among the municipalities with the highest number of cases, as detailed below: * Passi City – 657 cases, 2 deaths * Oton – 626 cases * Calinog – 459 cases, 1 death * Leon – 452 cases * Lambunao – 437 cases, 1 death * Dingle – 436 cases, 1 death * Janiuay – 421 cases * Barotac Nuevo – 383 cases, 4 deaths * Dumangas – 358 cases * Santa Barbara – 336 cases, 1 death Other municipalities also reported notable cases, with Tigbauan (330 cases), Miag-ao (308 cases, 2 deaths), and Pavia (302 cases, 1 death) among them. The others are Cabatuan (296), San Dionisio (261 with one death), Barotac Viejo (258), Pototan (248), Banate (238 with two deaths), Badiangan (235 with three deaths), Sara (227 with one death), Dueñas (216), Alimodian (214), Lemery (212 with one death), Igbaras (209 with two death), Batad (177), San Miguel (166), Ajuy (165), San Joaquin (163), San Enrique (156), Anilao (154), Guimbal (152 with one death), Maasin (143), Estancia (130 with one death), Zarraga (126), Balasan (125 with one death), Bingawan (125), Leganes (122), Concepcion (110 with two deaths), Mina (119), Tubungan (90 with one death), Carles (78), New Lucena (59), and San Rafael (41)./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, October 29). Iloilo dengue cases remain above safe levels – IPHO. Panay News, 2&15. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo dengue cases remain above safe levels – IPHO Description An account of the resource LOILO – Dengue case numbers have not yet dropped to a level where Ilonggos can already relax, according to the Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO). Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/iloilo-dengue-cases-remain-above-safe-levels-ipho/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource October 29, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Dengue Iloilo (Philippines : Province) Dengue viruses Hemorrhagic fever Iloilo Province Iloilo Provincial Health Office Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document INT’L FLIGHTS BACK AT ILOILO AIRPORT; A boost to Iloilo’s economy – airport exec By Ime Sornito -Tuesday, October 29, 2024 ILOILO City – International flights have resumed at the Iloilo Airport in Cabatuan, Iloilo with the inaugural flight to Hong Kong departing at 11 p.m. on Sunday, October 27. The flight, carrying approximately 100 passengers, marks the relaunch of the Iloilo-to-Hong Kong route. The maiden flight was preceded by an 8 p.m. launch event hosted by Cebu Pacific Air, carrier of the inaugural Flight 5J 242, said the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) – Iloilo terminal supervisor, Arthur Parreño. A ceremonial water cannon salute was also given to Flight 5J 242. The flight schedule for the Iloilo-Hong Kong route includes departures every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday, with return flights from Hong Kong scheduled for every Wednesday, Friday, and Monday. The Iloilo Airport used to host regular flights to and from Hong Kong and Singapore but these were all cancelled when the COVID-19 pandemic struck in 2020. According to Parreño, the Iloilo Airport is well-equipped to handle the increased passenger traffic, noting among others that the airport’s air-conditioning units have been repaired and additional chairs have been installed. Manuela Luisa Palma, manager of the Iloilo Airport, confirmed that the airport has been ready to manage international flights since last year, specifically highlighting the preparedness of the pre-departure area in the main passenger terminal building. Palma mentioned that Gate 3 of the terminal, designated for international flights, can accommodate 150 international passengers and has the capability to expand capacity by adding more chairs if needed. Palma also expressed confidence that the resumption of international flights would boost the economy of Iloilo City and the province, making it more accessible and affordable for travelers through direct flights. The Iloilo Airport is situated on 188 hectares of land covering barangays Tabucan, Tiring, Gaub, Duyan-Duyan, and Manguna in Cabatuan, Iloilo. The airport complex consists of a single runway, various administrative and maintenance buildings, waste-sorting and water-treatment facilities, a power-generating station, a cargo terminal, and a main passenger terminal. Citing their economic importance, Iloilo City’s Mayor Jerry Treñas has been pushing for the resumption of international flights to Singapore and Hong Kong from the Iloilo Airport. Treñas pointed out the large number of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) from Iloilo who are hoping for the reinstatement of flights to Hong Kong and Singapore. During the international flights launch event on Sunday, Carmina Reyes Romero, director for Corporate Communications at Cebu Pacific, also announced the upcoming resumption of the Iloilo to Singapore route starting in November. Also present at the launch event were Regional Director Crisanta Marlene Rodriguez of the Department of Tourism (DOT); Iloilo City’s Acting Mayor Jeffrey Ganzon; Fulbert Woo, president of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) – Iloilo Chapter, Inc.; and other officials from Cebu Pacific Air and CAAP-Iloilo. Currently, the Iloilo Airport handles an average of 30 to 32 domestic flights daily to various destinations including Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Clark, Davao, General Santos, Manila, and Puerto Princesa, with three airline companies operating, namely Cebu Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, October 29). INT’L FLIGHTS BACK AT ILOILO AIRPORT; A boost to Iloilo’s economy – airport exec. Panay News, 1-2. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/intl-flights-back-at-iloilo-airport-a-boost-to-iloilos-economy-airport-exec/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource October 29, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo (Philippines) Tourism Flights around the world Cabatuan Iloilo International Airport Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) Iloilo Chapter Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Iloilo City hosts national conference on indigenous peoples’ studies By Panay News -Wednesday, October 23, 2024 Members of the indigenous peoples (IPs) communities from Regions 6 and 7 come together for a historic celebration during the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act commemoration. Hosted by the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples in partnership with the University of San Agustin in Iloilo City, the event honored IP culture and acknowledged key partners who have significantly contributed to the well-being and empowerment of IP communities. TRICIA AGUIRRE PHOTO Members of the indigenous peoples (IPs) communities from Regions 6 and 7 come together for a historic celebration during the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act commemoration. Hosted by the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples in partnership with the University of San Agustin in Iloilo City, the event honored IP culture and acknowledged key partners who have significantly contributed to the well-being and empowerment of IP communities. TRICIA AGUIRRE PHOTO BY MA. THERESA LADIAO ILOILO City – The Center for Heritage and Indigenous Cultures (CHIC) of the University of San Agustin-Iloilo recently concluded its three-day Pagtiriringub: National Conference on Indigenous Peoples’ Studies and Research (NCIPSR), held at the CPMT Building from October 16 to 18. The conference, themed “Empowering Indigenous Peoples through Research, Policies, and Cultural Recognition,” brought together over 300 scholars, experts, and Indigenous Peoples (IPs) representatives from across the Philippines. The event aimed to foster empowerment for IP communities by promoting cultural recognition, bridging gaps in academic research, and addressing the inequalities faced by IPs. In a press conference, John Paul J. Petrola, director of CHIC, emphasized the importance of collaboration between scholars, government, and IP youth, stating, “This is more than a research conference. It is a gathering of friends with shared values, dedicated to protecting the welfare and rights of Indigenous Peoples.” Addressing a question about discrimination faced by IPs, Petrola noted, “Discrimination remains prevalent, especially in health, education, and economic opportunities. Through research, we are addressing these challenges by engaging directly with IP communities to understand their needs.” Jeorge Largado, National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) Commissioner for Visayas and other island regions, also highlighted ongoing efforts to support the Panay Bukidnon community after the passing of Gawad sa Manlilikha Awardee Federico Caballero. “NCIP’s programs will continue, and we are exploring further initiatives to support the community,” Largado said. Dr. Ronald Adamat, national focal person for IP and peace education, underscored the role of education in addressing the challenges faced by IP communities. “Health and economic issues can be alleviated through education. If IP children receive proper education, they will have better job opportunities, which will uplift their communities. The University of San Agustin has been instrumental in providing scholarships and development programs for IPs,” said Adamat, a former Commission on Higher Education commissioner. For his part, Dr. Jonel P. Saludes, Vice-President for Research and Global Relations of the University of San Agustin, expressed interest in expanding scholarship opportunities for IP students in collaboration with NCIP. “If the right discussions take place, we can open more doors for IP students here at the university,” Saludes said. Aside from plenary sessions featuring prominent speakers, the conference also featured discussions on cultural expressions and sensitivity, with Mary Angelica Z. Tahan, an Ati Youth leader from Guimaras, presenting on “Sugidanon,” and Councilor Datu Agong Aljun Cayawan of Sibagat, Agusan del Sur sharing insights on cultural sensitivity. The event concluded with a celebration of IP culture, including a fellowship night where various IP communities showcased their traditions through cultural performances, emphasizing the rich heritage of IPs in the country. Also present during the conference were Dr. Raymund D. Rovillos, president of Pangasinan Polytechnic College; Dr. Guiraldo C. Fernandez, Jr., Professor III at Visayas State University; Dr. Vilma B. Ramos, RN, head of the Regional Center for Indigenous Peoples Education; and Dr. Hazel M. Abejuela, vice president for Academic Affairs of Bukidnon State University./PN Citation Citation of the article Ladiao, M. T. (2024, October 23). Iloilo City hosts national conference on indigenous peoples’ studies. Panay News, 4&15. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo City hosts national conference on indigenous peoples’ studies Description An account of the resource ILOILO City – The Center for Heritage and Indigenous Cultures (CHIC) of the University of San Agustin-Iloilo recently concluded its three-day Pagtiriringub: National Conference on Indigenous Peoples’ Studies and Research (NCIPSR), held at the CPMT Building from October 16 to 18. The conference, themed “Empowering Indigenous Peoples through Research, Policies, and Cultural Recognition,” brought together over 300 scholars, experts, and Indigenous Peoples (IPs) representatives from across the Philippines. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Ladiao, Ma. Theresa Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/iloilo-city-hosts-national-conference-on-indigenous-peoples-studies/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource October 23, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo (Philippines) University of San Agustín Indigenous peoples--Research Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Use of mother tongue in classrooms seen to persist despite new law discontinuing it By Ime Sornito -Wednesday, October 23, 2024 ILOILO City — Despite legislative changes, the practical use of the mother tongue in classrooms would persist due to its effectiveness in enhancing student comprehension, according to the Department of Education (DepEd) Region 6. Dr. Elena Gonzaga, the chief education supervisor of the Curriculum and Learning Management Division at DepEd-6, pointed out that teachers still need to employ the mother tongue, especially when explaining complex Filipino or English terms to ensure learners fully grasp the concepts. “The medium of instruction is crucial not only in early education but across all grade levels, including college, where the mother tongue serves as a conversational language,” Gonzaga explained. As of this writing, DepEd-6 is awaiting the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) from its Central Office before it can proceed with the cessation of the mother tongue as the medium of instruction from Kindergarten to Grade 3. Gonzaga emphasized the necessity of these guidelines to officially halt the use of the mother tongue in educational settings. Gonzaga issued the clarification in response to inquiries about the implications of the recently enacted Republic Act (RA) No. 12027. This Act, which lapsed into law on October 11, amends sections 4 and 5 of the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 (RA No. 10533). The amendment discontinues the use of regional or native languages as the primary medium of instruction, which was previously mandated by the Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE) approach. Under the new RA 12027, the medium of instruction will revert to Filipino and, until further legislation, English. Regional languages will continue to serve as supplementary media for instruction. The law also allows for optional implementation in monolingual classes where all learners speak the same mother tongue. Additionally, the law mandates that DepEd must review the optional implementation of the MTB-MLE Program in monolingual classes three years post-effectivity and develop a mapping policy to assess and classify learners based on their native languages one year after the law takes effect. This mapping will help systematically determine the existence of monolingual classes each school year. RA 12027 will officially take effect 15 days after its publication in the Official Gazette. Meanwhile, DepEd-6 will await further instructions from their Central Office regarding the implementation of the new medium of instruction to replace the mother tongue./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, October 23). Use of mother tongue in classrooms seen to persist despite new law discontinuing it. Panay News, 2&15. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Use of mother tongue in classrooms seen to persist despite new law discontinuing it Description An account of the resource ILOILO City — Despite legislative changes, the practical use of the mother tongue in classrooms would persist due to its effectiveness in enhancing student comprehension, according to the Department of Education (DepEd) Region 6. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/use-of-mother-tongue-in-classrooms-seen-to-persist-despite-new-law-discontinuing-it/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource October 23, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Native language--Study and teaching Multilingual communication DepEd Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document ILOILO City – A graduate of the University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV) here ranked first in the October 2024 Fisheries Technologist Licensure Exam (FTLE). According to the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), AJ March Ryanne B. Felongco, a Bachelor of Science in Fisheries cum laude graduate, topped the board exam with a 91.75% rating. In addition to Felongco, eight other graduates from Iloilo also made it to the Top 10, with seven hailing from UPV here and one from Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) – Main Campus. They were the following: * Top 4 – Julie Ann Claire Nedula Nique of UPV (90.75%) * Top 6 – Thea Irish Barcellano Pentason of UPV (90.25%) * Top 7 – Bea Isobelle Abkilan Villaluz of UPV (89.75%) * Top 10 – Cryssele Anne Sepe Barniso of UPV (89%); Vyenge Erre De la Cruz Gayosa of UPV (89%); Aivie Seterra Padohinog of Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology – Main Campus (89%); Ma. Sandrie Dejardos Sarmiento of UPV (89%); and Shylamar Sefil Sañor of UPV (89%). UPV not only dominated the Top 10 but also emerged as the top-performing school in the October 2024 FTLE. Out of 43 examinees from UPV, 42 passed, resulting in a 97.67% passing rate. Other top-performing schools included Central Luzon State University, which had 83 examinees with 74 passing (89.16%), and Mindanao State University – General Santos City, with 50 examinees and 42 passing (84%). The PRC reported that 1,005 out of 1,509 examinees passed the October 2024 Fisheries Technologist Licensure Exam. The exams were conducted on October 10-11, 2024, in various testing centers nationwide, including in the National Capital Region, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan De Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, and other locations. Here are the other Top 10 passers: * Top 2 – Jan Reil Gestiada Bernales of Sorsogon State University – Magallanes (91.25%); and Kristel Mae Rondobio Calixton of University of Southern Mindanao-Kabacan (91.25%) * Top 3 – Harvey Decretalis Lobo of Mindanao State University – Naawan (91%) * Top 4 – Abdulazeez Alfad Abdulmajid of Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technology (90.75%) and Jennylyn Olalo Tapar of Partido State University – Sagñay (90.75%) * Top 5 – John Rey Gayud Arancana of Visayas State University – Tolosa (90.50%) and Jericho Baltazar Maglinte of Davao Del Norte State College (90.50%) * Top 8 – Jackelyen Tautjo Moraca of State University of Northern Negros (89.50%) * Top 9 – Lhara Jane Sumanting Endozo of Batangas State University – Arasof-Nasugbu (89.25%); Katrina Basa Malenab of Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College – Narvacan (89.25%); and Oliver Taquero Reclamado of Central Luzon State University (89.25%) * Top 10 – Isabela Therese Dedel of Carlos C. Hilado Memorial State University – Binalbagan (89%) Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. ( 2024, October 18). UPV grad tops Fisheries Technologist board exam; Eight others from Iloilo make Top 10, Panay News, 3&15. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource UPV grad tops Fisheries Technologist board exam; Eight others from Iloilo make Top 10 Description An account of the resource ILOILO City – A graduate of the University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV) here ranked first in the October 2024 Fisheries Technologist Licensure Exam (FTLE). Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/upv-grad-tops-fisheries-technologist-board-exam-eight-others-from-iloilo-make-top-10/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource October 18, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Examinations Fisheries Technologists Science Board exam topnotchers Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) University of the Philippines Visayas Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document ILOILO City – Metro Pacific Iloilo Water (MPIW) has taken proactive steps to address the water supply shortage brought about by the on-going preventive maintenance services by one of its bulk water suppliers, deploying 30 water tankers, 180 stationary tanks in areas experiencing intermittent water supply to ensure that residents and businesses have access to water during this period. MPIW also implemented revised water supply window schedule starting October 14 to ensure customers have available water on a certain hour of the day while the preventive maintenance is conducted. Angelo David Berba, MPIW’s Chief Operating Officer, held a meeting on Wednesday with Acting Mayor Jeffrey Ganzon and several department heads at the City Hall. During the meeting, MPIW presented its action plans currently being implemented to mitigate the impact of the maintenance activities on affected residents and ensure that water supply is provided to critical areas. These initiatives aimed at reducing the inconvenience caused by the temporary water shortages and maintaining service reliability for the city’s population. MPIW’s water tankers with varying capacity from 7-18 tons conduct more than 100 trips per day to more than 150 water injection points located in strategic areas within the city. Apart from the water delivery though water tankers and stationary tanks, Berba announced in a press briefing that water network adjustments were implemented to equitably distribute available water to all its customers on a certain period of the day. The adjustments ensure that 40-50 million liters per day (MLD) water supply from one of its bulk water suppliers, Metro Iloilo Bulk Water (MIB) located in Sta. Barbara, will be redirected to affected areas during their water supply window schedule. However, factors like aging pipes, illegal connections, household motor pumps, and high non-revenue water or water losses may cause slow water pressure to build up which can cause delays in water availability during the scheduled supply window. “Our operations team pro-actively monitors water pressure and conducts emergency network calibration in areas with low pressure to no water and to ensure water availability for customers during their supply window,” read MPIW’s advisory. In a separate interview, Vice Mayor Ganzon praised MPIW’s swift action in aiding barangays affected by the water shortage. “Water is a basic need of our constituents. We met with the MPIW to discuss further on how we can activate additional mitigating measures to address this situation,” Ganzon said. For his part, Berba emphasized the current water shortage is temporary since the normal water level is around 75 to 79 million liters per day. “But because of FloWater’s one-week preventive maintenance, it would result in a 40 percent reduction of supply in Metro Pacific Iloilo Water,” said Berba. Berba added the hardest-hit area due to the water supply issues is the City Proper district, primarily because it is a low-lying area and located at the end of MPIW’s water network system. He emphasized that MPIW has eight (8) on-going pipelaying projects in the city to date to address this issue and will be groundbreaking the desalination plant by end of the year which can provide additional 60-65 MLD water supply to Iloilo City. Low-lying areas are more vulnerable to water pressure problems, making them more susceptible to experiencing reduced water supply or even no water at all during maintenance activities. FloWater Resources Inc., one of MPIW’s bulk water suppliers, shut down its water treatment plant to conduct repair and maintenance activities from Oct. 14 to 21. The preventive maintenance aims to ensure its maximum plant operations, hence improving efficiency of water supply delivery which in turn will help further improve our water service delivery to Ilonggo communities. Flo Water assured Metro Pacific Iloilo Water that the water supply will resume as early as Saturday, October 19. Citation Citation of the article Dalipe, G. ( 2024, October 18). ‘WATER RELIEF’: MPIW deploys 30 water tankers, 180 stationary tanks, Panay News, 1&2. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource ‘Water relief’: MPIW deploys 30 water tankers, 180 stationary tanks Description An account of the resource ILOILO City – Metro Pacific Iloilo Water (MPIW) has taken proactive steps to address the water supply shortage brought about by the on-going preventive maintenance services by one of its bulk water suppliers, deploying 30 water tankers, 180 stationary tanks in areas experiencing intermittent water supply to ensure that residents and businesses have access to water during this period. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Dalipe, Gerome IV. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/water-relief-mpiw-deploys-30-water-tankers-180-stationary-tanks/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource October 18, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Water-supply Metro Pacific Iloilo Water (MPIW)