13 10 356 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 – A total of 85 mayoralty aspirants and 84 vice mayoralty aspirants have officially filed their certificates of candidacy (COC) in this province from October 1 to 8, ahead of the May 12, 2025 national and local elections. However, these numbers might still see minor changes as the Law Department of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in its Central Office is currently reviewing the submitted COCs by the City and Provincial Election Officers. This process ensures that all candidates are qualified to run in the upcoming polls. According to the Comelec-Iloilo Province list provided to the media, the names of those who filed for the mayoralty and vice mayoralty posts are available per municipality. The final list of qualified candidates will be confirmed once the verification process is completed. Here are the COC filers: AJUY Mayor * SB Member Loida Espinosa vs Board Member Carol-V Espinosa Vice Mayor * Mayor Jett Rojas vs Ramon Espinosa Sr. ALIMODIAN Mayor * Mayor Ian Keneth Alfeche – unopposed Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Geefre Alonsabe – unopposed ANILAO Mayor * Vice Mayor Ma. Theresa Debuque vs Josefino Zerrudo Vice Mayor * Lyka Joy Debuque – unopposed BADIANGAN Mayor * Mayor Suzette Mamon – unopposed Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Cylas June Nobleza – unopposed BALASAN Mayor * Mayor Filomeno Ganzon vs Jose Abdallah Jr. Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Manuel Ganzon vs Dominador Mantong BANATE Mayor * Carlos Cabangal Jr. vs Mayor Peter Paul Gonzales Vice Mayor * Mario Bactung vs Filemon Iran Jr BAROTAC NUEVO Mayor * Mayor Bryant Paul Biron vs Simon Bretaña Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Hernan Biron Jr. vs Isidro Betita Jr. BAROTAC VIEJO Mayor * Mayor Nielo Tupas vs Ulysses Valdez Vice Mayor * Vivian Buenavista vs Evari Tupas BATAD Mayor * Mayor Elvira Alarcon vs Lloyd Espinosa Vice Mayor * Ernesto Balida vs Steven Andrada BINGAWAN Mayor * Eduardo Dalipe vs Board Member Matt Palabrica Vice Mayor * Elizabeth Occeña vs Belinda Plagata CABATUAN Mayor * Mayor Elizalde Pueyo vs Ma. Fe Cabucos vs Vice Mayor Ronilo Caspe Vice Mayor * Patrick Anthony Tobias – unopposed CALINOG Mayor * Mayor Francisco Calvo – unopposed Vice Mayor * Julius Andrew Castaños vs Jireh Nino Gonzales CARLES Mayor * Raul Betita vs Arnold Betita II Vice Mayor * Gilroy Billones vs Earl Patrick Betita CONCEPCION Mayor * Mayor Millard Villanueva vs Butch Ariola Vice Mayor * Jovelyn Estrada vs Reymond Gabayeron DINGLE Mayor * Mayor Rufino Palabrica vs Rendey Ariola Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Quindialem Villanueva vs Edwin Cabayao vs Arnel Dragido DUEÑAS Mayor * Mayor Robert Martin Pama vs Mamerto Pelopero Vice Mayor * Aimee Paz Padojinog vs Kaiser Cordero DUMANGAS Mayor * Mayor Braeden John Biron vs Ian Dolutan II Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Ronaldo – unopposed ESTANCIA Mayor * Mayor Mary Lynn Mosqueda vs Ma. Angelica Bianca Requinto Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Mark Joseph Cordero vs Rowena Placencia GUIMBAL Mayor * Mayor Jennifer Garin-Colada vs Eduardo Gargaritano Vice Mayor * Vice Governor Christine Garin – unopposed IGBARAS Mayor * Mayor Vicente Escorpion Jr. vs Vicente Escorpion vs Anne Karmela Eucogco Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Sherwin Paul Quidato – unopposed JANIUAY Mayor * Mayor Paulino Parian vs Corel Hannah Yap Vice Mayor * Felizardo Amigable vs Mayen Mar Gulmatico LAMBUNAO Mayor * Mayor Reynor Gonzales vs Rita Ramirez Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Arvin Losaria – unopposed LEGANES Mayor * Mayor Vicente Jaen II – unopposed Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Lyle Bartolome – unopposed LEMERY Mayor * Mayor Oscar Villegas – unopposed Vice Mayor * Lowel Arban vs Ligaya Apura LEON Mayor * Mayor Ma. Lina Holipas vs Ireneo Calico Jr. vs Ramil Capariño Vice Mayor * Rey Capaque vs Edwin Capilastique MAASIN Mayor * Mayor Francisco Amboy –unopposed Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Vicente Albacete –unopposed MIAG-AO Mayor * Mayor Richard Garin vs Vice Mayor Macario Napulan vs Marlon Paulmanal Vice Mayor * Carmelo Nochete vs Ma. Salve Palmos MINA Mayor * Rey Grabato vs Teodoro Camarista Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor John Michael Defensor vs Elena Justiniani NEW LUCENA Mayor * SB Member Carl Vincent Mondejar – unopposed Vice Mayor * Bryan Cerebo vs Isabelo Accolador OTON Mayor * Mayor Sofronio Fusin -unopposed Vice Mayor * Vice mayor Jose Niel Oliverares vs Anna Rena Trespeces PASSI CITY Mayor * Mayor Stephen Palmares vs Baltazar Panizales vs Arlyn Panaligan Vice Mayor * Elyzer Chavez vs Renante Uy PAVIA Mayor – Mayor Laurence Anthony Gorriceta – unopposed Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Edsel Gerochi – unopposed POTOTAN Mayor * Mayor Rafael Enrique Lazaro vs Roque Andrada III Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Tomas Peñaflorida vs Romualdo Joselito Ilisan SAN DIONISIO Mayor * Sally Lopez vs Mayor Darwin Bajada Vice Mayor * Cash Jacomina vs Erma Perez vs Romualdo Tubar SAN ENRIQUE Mayor * Precious Grace Panizales vs Gian Carlo Niño Fernandez Vice Mayor * Ariel Buyco vs Mayor Rosario Mediatrix Fernandez SAN JOAQUIN Mayor * Joe Abad Jr. vs Board Member Marcelo Valentine Serag Vice Mayor * Marilyn Mondragon vs Ronald Asetre Sedano vs Ivy Mae Crespo vs Abdon Santocildes SAN MIGUEL Mayor * Bonifacio Salapantan Jr. vs Rey Mondejar vs Ross Paul Gorriceta Vice Mayor * Rochin Sherwin Sanchez vs Myrna Castillo vs Mayor Marina Luz Gorriceta SAN RAFAEL Mayor * Roel Belleza vs Daphey Dalisay vs Ruby Gumban Vice Mayor * Mayor Roberto Belleza Jr. vs Warlito Bagsit vs Joe Mar Barrida Gumban SANTA BARBARA Mayor * Mayor Dennis Superficial – unopposed Vice Mayor *Ex Officio Member Ramon Sullano vs Isabelo Maquino SARA Mayor * Mayor Jon Aying vs Jess Salcedo vs Rosalinda Pedroso Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Ryan Zerrudo vs Ranie Ballesta TIGBAUAN Mayor * Mayor Virgilio Teruel vs Dennis Valencia Vice Mayor * Lugen Ortilano – unopposed TUBUNGAN Mayor * Mayor Roquito Tacsagon vs Celerina Talamillo vs Eglecerio Cardona Vice Mayor * Vice Mayor Leo Cezar Taypen – unopposed ZARRAGA Mayor * Mayor Ma. Jofel Soldevilla vs John Tarrosa Vice Mayor * Remia Sularan vs Michael Lacson. Meanwhile, 10 mayors are running unopposed. They are the following: * Mayor Ian Keneth Alfeche of Alimodian from Partido Federal ng Pilipinas * Mayor Suzette Mamon of Badiangan from Partido Federal ng Pilipinas * Mayor Vicente Jaen II of Leganes from the Nacionalista Party * Mayor Oscar Villegas Jr. of Lemery from Lakas –CMD * Mayor Francisco Amboy of Maasin from Partido Federal ng Pilipinas * Mayor Sofronio Fusin Jr. of Oton from the Nacionalista Party * Mayor Laurence Anthony Gorriceta of Pavia from the Nacionalista Party * Mayor Dennis Superficial of Santa Barbara from Partido Federal ng Pilipinas * Incumbent Sangguniang Bayan (SB) member Atty. Carl Mondejar of New Lucena * Mayor Francisco Calvo of Calinog Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (October 15, 2024). 85 mayoralty, 84 vice mayoralty aspirants in Iloilo Province, Panay News, 3. 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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 Dengue cases in Iloilo Province show decline after August peak By Ime Sornito -Saturday, October 12, 2024 LABIS LABIS ILOILO — The Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO) has reported a steady decline in dengue cases following a peak during the August 4 to 10 period, the 32nd morbidity week of the year. Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne illness caused by the dengue virus, transmitted primarily by the Aedes aegypti mosquito. It can lead to a range of symptoms from mild fever to severe conditions like hemorrhagic fever and dengue shock syndrome. After recording 1,122 cases in the 32nd morbidity week, numbers gradually decreased to 96 cases in the 40th morbidity week spanning September 29 to October 5. “According to the epidemic curve of Iloilo province, the number of dengue cases is steadily decreasing. However, it remains above the outbreak level. We reached the highest number of cases during the morbidity week of August 4 to 10 with 1,122 cases, and the numbers have continued to decrease each week since then,” said Dr. Rodney Labis, chief of the IPHO – Health Service Delivery Division. Here is a breakdown of the weekly dengue cases recorded from August 11 to October 5: * August 11 to 17 – 1,052 cases * August 18 to 24 – 752 cases * August 25 to 31 – 693 cases * September 1 to 7 – 529 cases * September 8 to 14 – 334 cases * September 15 to 21 – 117 cases * September 22 to 28 – 241 cases * September 29 to October 5 – 96 cases Dengue preventative measures include eliminating standing water where mosquitoes breed, using mosquito repellent, and installing screens on windows and doors to prevent mosquito entry. From January 1, 2024, to October 5, 2024, the province logged a total of 10,075 dengue cases resulting in 25 fatalities. This marks a significant increase of 637 percent compared to the same period last year, which saw 1,367 cases and two deaths. The municipalities with the highest number of dengue cases this year are: * Passi City – 648 cases with two deaths * Oton – 588 cases * Calinog – 441 cases with one death * Lambunao – 423 cases with one death * Leon – 423 cases * Dingle – 412 cases with one death * Janiuay – 390 cases * Barotac Nuevo – 378 cases with four deaths * Dumangas – 353 cases * Santa Barbara – 322 cases with one death The remaining 33 towns reported the following dengue cases: Tigbauan (309), Miag-ao (296 with two deaths), Pavia (294), Cabatuan (286), San Dionisio (253 with one death), Pototan (246), Barotac Viejo (237), Badiangan (227 with two deaths), Banate (225 with one death), Sara (221 with one death), Dueñas (210), Lemery (209 with one death), Alimodian (206), Igbaras (203 with two deaths), Batad (170), San Miguel (162), Ajuy (158), San Enrique (155), San Joaquin (153), Maasin (141), Guimbal (137 with one death), Anilao (133), Zarraga (123), Bingawan (118), Balasan (117 with one death), Leganes (117), Mina (116), Estancia (115 with one death), Concepcion (114 with two deaths), Tubungan (86), Carles (69), New Lucena (51), and San Rafael (40). Despite the downward trend, Dr. Labis emphasized the importance of continued vigilance and adherence to the 4S strategy against dengue, which includes searching for and destroying breeding sites among other activities, to ensure that families and communities remain protected./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, October 12). Dengue cases in Iloilo Province show decline after August peak. 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 Dengue cases in Iloilo Province show decline after August peak Description An account of the resource ILOILO — The Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO) has reported a steady decline in dengue cases following a peak during the August 4 to 10 period, the 32nd morbidity week of the year. 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Text Any textual data included in the document Miss Iloilo 2025 candidates named By Panay News -Tuesday, October 8, 2024 BY MA. THERESA LADIAO ILOILO City – Ten young women from across Iloilo city and province have been selected as the official candidates for Miss Iloilo 2025 beauty pageant. The candidates were introduced on Saturday, October 5, through the official Facebook page of Miss Iloilo, following a rigorous screening process. Miss Iloilo, an integral part of the Dinagyang Festival, highlights beauty, culture, and heritage. The chosen candidates represent various towns and cities in the province and will vie for several titles that could serve as a stepping stone to national beauty competitions. The official finalists for Miss Iloilo 2025 are: * Karen Nicole Piccio (Maasin) * Rhea Marissa Puyong (Passi City) * Coleen Faye Peniero (Calinog) * Frylle Vy Eunice Aguacito (San Enrique) * Jenna Mae Parina (Molo, Iloilo City) * Elaine Segura (Guimbal) * Karla Marie Dunlap (Mandurriao, Iloilo City) * Teshia Kaye Palomo (San Enrique) * Denielle Orsua (Molo, Iloilo City) * Clarise Deocades (Dumangas) The pageant, organized by the Iloilo City Government in collaboration with the Iloilo Festivals Foundation, Inc. (IFFI), will crown several winners, collectively known as the “Heartfelt Queens”. Titles to be awarded include Miss Iloilo-Universe, Miss Iloilo-World, Miss Iloilo-Binibini, and Miss Iloilo-TMP (The Miss Philippines). These winners will go on to represent Iloilo in prestigious national pageants. The specific national competitions that the winners will participate in are expected to be announced a week after the Miss Iloilo 2025 coronation./PN Citation Citation of the article Ladiao, M. T. (2024, October 8). Miss Iloilo 2025 candidates named. 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 Miss Iloilo 2025 candidates named Description An account of the resource ILOILO City – Ten young women from across Iloilo city and province have been selected as the official candidates for Miss Iloilo 2025 beauty pageant. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Ladiao, Ma. 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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. Text Any textual data included in the document Iloilo prov’l gov’t employees to receive CNA incentive in December By Ime Sornito -Monday, October 7, 2024 Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr.; Ma. Airis Penetrante, president of the Association of Iloilo Provincial Government Employees; and Atty. Renee Valencia, head of the Provincial Human Resource Management and Development Office, signed the Collective Negotiation Agreement (CNA) incentive of the government employees to be released in December 2024. BALITA HALIN SA KAPITOLYO/FB PHOTO Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr.; Ma. Airis Penetrante, president of the Association of Iloilo Provincial Government Employees; and Atty. Renee Valencia, head of the Provincial Human Resource Management and Development Office, signed the Collective Negotiation Agreement (CNA) incentive of the government employees to be released in December 2024. BALITA HALIN SA KAPITOLYO/FB PHOTO ILOILO City – The provincial government has confirmed that its employees will receive their Collective Negotiation Agreement (CNA) incentive by December 2024. Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr., alongside Ma. Airis Penetrante, president of the Association of Iloilo Provincial Government Employees (AIPGE), and Atty. Renee Valencia, head of the Provincial Human Resource Management and Development Office, officially signed the agreement on October 4. The CNA incentive is a form of recognition for the collective efforts of AIPGE members who have met performance goals and contributed to cost-effective solutions in government operations. “This agreement opens the door for our employees to receive the CNA incentive,” said Penetranted, noting that the final amount will be contingent on the provincial government’s financial savings. While the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) set the maximum allowable CNA incentive at P30,000 last year, the specific amount for this year has yet to be determined by the provincial government and AIPGE. Over 2,000 regular employees, including those working at the capitol and district hospitals, are eligible to receive the CNA Incentive. In 2023, regular employees of the provincial government received a CNA Incentive of P18,000, in addition to other bonuses such as a Productivity Enhancement Incentive (PEI) of P5,000, a one-time Service Recognition Incentive (SRI) of P20,000, and a Performance-Based Bonus (PBB) equivalent to 50 percent of their monthly salary./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, October 7). Iloilo prov’l gov’t employees to receive CNA incentive in December. 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 prov’l gov’t employees to receive CNA incentive in December Description An account of the resource ILOILO City – The provincial government has confirmed that its employees will receive their Collective Negotiation Agreement (CNA) incentive by December 2024. Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr., alongside Ma. Airis Penetrante, president of the Association of Iloilo Provincial Government Employees (AIPGE), and Atty. Renee Valencia, head of the Provincial Human Resource Management and Development Office, officially signed the agreement on October 4. 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-provl-govt-employees-to-receive-cna-incentive-in-december/" 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 7, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Employee fringe benefits Iloilo Provincial Government 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 The Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO) is set to launch a month-long school-based immunization program starting October 7, aiming to vaccinate more than 83,000 children across the province. According to IPHO head Dr. Maria Socorro Quiñon, the program will offer vaccines for measles-rubella (MR), tetanus-diphtheria, and the human papillomavirus (HPV). Quiñon reported that the initiative aims to administer booster doses of MR and tetanus-diphtheria to 28,317 Grade 1 students and 37,928 Grade 7 learners. Additionally, 17,328 Grade 4 girls will receive the HPV vaccine to prevent cervical cancer. “These MR and tetanus-diphtheria vaccines are given as booster doses because the children already received them at one year old. The HPV vaccines are for girls aged nine to 11, as this is the age group before they are likely to be exposed to the human papillomavirus, before engaging in sexual activity,” Quiñon said in an October 3 interview. She reassured parents about the safety protocols in place. “We ask parents to allow and consent to their children receiving the vaccines. Our trained health workers will be there to ensure the children’s safety and well-being during the process,” she stated. In preparation for the campaign, the IPHO, in partnership with Relief International and UNICEF, met with health officers from 43 local government units and DepEd nurses on October 2 in Iloilo City. Citation Citation of the article Oladive, M.A. (2024 October 4). Over 83,000 Iloilo Students to Get Vaccines. Daily Guardian, 11. 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 Over 83,000 Iloilo students to get vaccines Description An account of the resource The Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO) is set to launch a month-long school-based immunization program starting October 7, aiming to vaccinate more than 83,000 children across the province. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Oladive, Mariela Angella Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://dailyguardian.com.ph/over-83000-iloilo-students-to-get-vaccines/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Daily Guardian</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Daily Guardian Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource October 4, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Vaccination 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 Farmers, fisherfolk feted with weeklong activities By Ime Sornito -Friday, October 4, 2024 Photo courtesy of Balita Halin sa Kapitolyo Photo courtesy of Balita Halin sa Kapitolyo ILOILO – The Iloilo Provincial Agriculture Office officially opened the Farmers and Fisherfolk’s Week celebration on Tuesday morning, October 1, at the provincial capitol grounds. The event, which runs from October 1 to 4, 2024, features a range of activities including exhibits, trade fairs, agricultural forums, technology training sessions, and a cooking contest. Provincial Agriculturist Dr. Ildefonso Toledo emphasized the importance of the event, stating, “This is in recognition of the significant contributions that farmers and fisherfolk make to our community.” The theme for this year’s celebration is “Sufficient and Modern Technology: Success in Agriculture and Fisheries in Our Province.” Here is a breakdown of the key activities scheduled for the week: October 1 * Opening program featuring the launch of various programs, booths, exhibits, and activities related to crops, livestock, fisheries, and agricultural engineering. October 2 * Orientation on the application of renewable energy in agriculture by the Agriculture and Biosystems Engineering Division. * Orientation on access to financial institutions for fisheries by the Fisheries Division. * Lecture on packaging and labeling of fishery-based products by the Fisheries Division. October 3 * Training on coffee production technology and rice seed nursery preparation and management by the Crops Division. * Cooking contest featuring the “Best Kinilaw” (Fish and Seaweeds) by the Fisheries Division. * Seminar titled “Green Grass, Golden Grains: Optimizing Ruminant Production Management and Nutrition” * Quiz Bee competition. October 4 * Parade and thanksgiving mass. * “Kinaadman sang Mangunguma kag Mangingisda” (Farmers and Fisherfolk Got Talent). * Recognition and awarding ceremony to honor the contributions of farmers and fisherfolk at Passi City Arena, Passi City. Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. led the opening ceremony yesterday, accompanied by Provincial Administrator Raul Banias, Board Members Rolito Cajilig, Rolando Distura, Matt Palabrica, and Ramon Sullano, as well as Ajuy Mayor Jett Rojas. Other key officials present were Department of Agriculture (DA) 6 Regional Technical Director for Research and Regulations Zarlina Cuello, P4MP President Patrick John Tobias, and representatives from the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Region 6. The ceremony began with the ribbon-cutting of the exhibits and trade fairs./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, October 4). Farmers, fisherfolk feted with weeklong activities. Panay News, 5&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 Farmers, fisherfolk feted with weeklong activities Description An account of the resource ILOILO – The Iloilo Provincial Agriculture Office officially opened the Farmers and Fisherfolk’s Week celebration on Tuesday morning, October 1, at the provincial capitol grounds. 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/farmers-fisherfolk-feted-with-weeklong-activities/" 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 4, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Farmers Fishers Iloilo Provincial Agriculture 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 Prov’l Health Office takes ‘war’ against vaccine-preventable diseases to schools By Ime Sornito -Friday, October 4, 2024 A school-based immunization program was launched by the Department of Health (DOH) Region 6 in Sagay City, Negros Occidental, on September 13, underscoring the regional commitment to combating vaccine-preventable diseases. DOH-6 director Adriano Suba-an is shown here vaccinating a young learner at Jose B. Puey Sr. Elementary School in Sagay City. A school-based immunization program was launched by the Department of Health (DOH) Region 6 in Sagay City, Negros Occidental, on September 13, underscoring the regional commitment to combating vaccine-preventable diseases. DOH-6 director Adriano Suba-an is shown here vaccinating a young learner at Jose B. Puey Sr. Elementary School in Sagay City. ILOILO – The Provincial Health Office (PHO) is set to commence a school-based immunization campaign aimed at safeguarding students against several vaccine-preventable diseases. The initiative, spanning from October 7 to October 31, targets Grade 1 and Grade 7 learners across all public schools in the province. Dr. Maria Socorro Colmenares-Quiñon, head of the IPHO, revealed that approximately 28,317 Grade 1 and 37,928 Grade 7 students will receive booster doses for measles, rubella, tetanus, and diphtheria. Additionally, Grade 4 female students, totaling 17,328, will be administered the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine to protect against cervical cancer. Measles and rubella are highly contagious viral diseases, with measles marked by a characteristic red rash and rubella by a rash and swollen glands. Tetanus, caused by bacterial toxin exposure, leads to painful muscle stiffness and lockjaw. Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection affecting the mucous membranes of the throat and nose. The HPV vaccine targets the viruses responsible for the majority of cervical cancers and other HPV-related diseases. “The immunization drive in schools forms part of our broader strategy to strengthen immunization efforts across the province. By focusing on these key age groups, we aim to ensure robust protection against diseases like measles, rubella, tetanus, diphtheria, and HPV,” explained Dr. Quiñon. A recent meeting organized on October 3, in collaboration with Relief International and UNICEF, saw various stakeholders, including the Philippine Pediatric Society, the Department of Health, Department of Education, Hospital Management Office, and Local Health Offices come together. The meeting aimed to refine strategies and foster intersectoral collaboration for the upcoming immunization period. Dr. Quiñon also emphasized the critical role of parental support in the success of the campaign. “I urge all parents in the province to allow and consent to their children’s participation in the vaccination program. Our health workers are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants,” she said. The school-based immunization program mirrors a similar initiative launched by the Department of Health (DOH) Region 6 in Sagay City, Negros Occidental, on September 13, underscoring the regional commitment to combating vaccine-preventable diseases. The kick-off event was attended by notable figures including DOH-6 Director Adriano P. Suba-an and Cong. Alfredo D. Marañon III, highlighting the widespread community support for these health measures. “Through strong community support and shared efforts to disseminate health information, we can protect the health and overall well-being of every learner in the region. This event is a powerful reminder that through our collective efforts, health is one step closer to every Juan and Juana in Western Visayas,” concluded a statement from DOH-6./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, October 4). Prov’l Health Office takes ‘war’ against vaccine-preventable diseases to schools. 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 Prov’l Health Office takes ‘war’ against vaccine-preventable diseases to schools Description An account of the resource ILOILO – The Provincial Health Office (PHO) is set to commence a school-based immunization campaign aimed at safeguarding students against several vaccine-preventable diseases. 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/provl-health-office-takes-war-against-vaccine-preventable-diseases-to-schools/" 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 4, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Vaccination 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 Iloilo farmers encouraged to go into bamboo farming amid rising demand By Panay News -Tuesday, October 1, 2024 Members of the Maasin Bamboo Association in the Municipality of Maasin, Iloilo undergo training on bamboo craft enhancement facilitated by the Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion in collaboration with the Department of Trade and Industry. Farmers are encouraged to embark on bamboo planting because of its growing demand. PHOTO FROM ILOILO LEDIP CENTER FB PAGE Members of the Maasin Bamboo Association in the Municipality of Maasin, Iloilo undergo training on bamboo craft enhancement facilitated by the Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion in collaboration with the Department of Trade and Industry. Farmers are encouraged to embark on bamboo planting because of its growing demand. PHOTO FROM ILOILO LEDIP CENTER FB PAGE ILOILO – Farmers here are being urged to consider bamboo cultivation. The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has highlighted its growing demand, particularly in the construction sector. DTI Supervising Trade Industry Development Specialist Engr. Jonathan Tejida explained that the rise in micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) involved in producing traditional “bahay kubo” homes has contributed to the increasing need for bamboo. “The industry is thriving. It’s not fading but progressing, thanks to the ongoing support from the government and local communities,” Tejida emphasized during a media briefing. According to recent data from the Municipality of Maasin, Iloilo, there are about 3,900 hectares of bamboo plantations spread across various locations. In the first half of this year alone, the municipality supplied around 19,000 bamboo poles. To better understand the current state of the bamboo industry in the province, the DTI plans to conduct an inventory in Iloilo. Last month, DTI hosted a bamboo tree-planting activity in Alimodian town. Also, bamboo products were featured during the second day of the Artesanias de Iloilo event, where bamboo-weaving demonstrations, bamboo product competitions, and food tastings featuring bamboo shoots took place. In August, the Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion (LEDIP) Center of Iloilo province organized a three-day Bamboo Craft Enhancement Training for members of the Maasin Bamboo Association in Barangay Tubang, Maasin. To further support the industry, the DTI has also approved two shared service facilities in Maasin to help enhance bamboo handicraft production. (With a report from the Philippine News Agency)/PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, October 1). Iloilo farmers encouraged to go into bamboo farming amid rising demand. 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 Iloilo farmers encouraged to go into bamboo farming amid rising demand Description An account of the resource Farmers here are being urged to consider bamboo cultivation. The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has highlighted its growing demand, particularly in the construction sector. 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-farmers-encouraged-to-go-into-bamboo-farming-amid-rising-demand/" 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 1, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Bamboo Farmers 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 DETAILED ENGINEERING DESIGN 54.73% COMPLETE; Construction of Panay-Guimaras bridge to begin in 2nd half of 2025 By Ime Sornito -Tuesday, October 1, 2024 Engr. Sanny Boy Oropel, the Department of Public Works and Highways - Region 6 director, gives an update on the P187.54-billion mega Panay-Guimaras-Negros bridges project. PIA-6 Engr. Sanny Boy Oropel, the Department of Public Works and Highways - Region 6 director, gives an update on the P187.54-billion mega Panay-Guimaras-Negros bridges project. PIA-6 ILOILO City – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Region 6 is optimistic that consultants will submit the detailed engineering design (DED) for Section A of the Panay-Guimaras-Negros Bridges by December 2024. As of September 28, 2024, the actual completion of the DED for Section A, being handled by Yooshin Engineering Company and Dasan Consultants, stands at 54.73 percent. DPWH-6 director Engr. Sanny Boy Oropel said Section A of the project spans 13.636 kilometers, while Section B, which connects Guimaras to Negros, extends 19.470 kilometers. Oropel noted that the procurement process for Section A is scheduled to start in the first quarter of 2025, with construction or civil works expected to begin in the second half of 2025. “The expected start of the project is in the second semester of 2025 for Section A, and it is projected to be completed by June 2028,” said Oropel. He added that by June 2028, both Ilonggos and Guimarasnons could start enjoying the benefits of the bridge, especially during the 2029 Manggahan Festival. For Section B, which involves the Guimaras-Negros Bridge, the DED is expected to be submitted by December 2025. However, actual construction for Section B may not begin until after 2028, with no specific timeline yet for procurement and civil works. The Panay-Guimaras-Negros Island Bridges project, a highly anticipated infrastructure development, has an estimated total investment of nearly P170 billion. The Panay-Guimaras section, or Section A, is projected to cost P57 billion, while the Guimaras-Negros section, or Section B, is estimated at P109.8 billion. This project is seen as a game-changer for inter-island connectivity, significantly improving regional transportation and the local economy. DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan previously approved the consultancy services contract for this flagship project. Yooshin Engineering Corporation, in partnership with Kyong-Ho Engineering and Architects Co., Ltd., Dohwa Engineering Co., Ltd., Soosung Engineering Co., Ltd., and Dasan Consultants Co., Ltd., is handling the DED. Earlier this year, consultants met with the Iloilo provincial government and presented the project timeline and description to Provincial Administrator Raul Banias, representing Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. The project involves constructing 32.47 kilometers of sea-crossing bridges, connecting roads, and interchanges, linking Panay Island to Guimaras Island, and Guimaras Island to Negros Island. Section A, the Panay-Guimaras segment, will span 13.004 kilometers, while Section B, the Guimaras-Negros segment, will cover 19.47 kilometers. The design phase for the project runs from December 2023 to June 2026, with a total estimated project cost of P187.54 billion. Section A will connect Leganes, Panay, to Buenavista, Guimaras, while Section B will link San Lorenzo, Guimaras, to Pulupandan, Negros Occidental. Key features of Section A include: * Approach roads (Panay and Guimaras) – 8.03 kilometers * Approach Bridge 1 – 3.24 kilometers * Main Bridge – 1.4 kilometers * Approach Bridge 2 – 0.33 kilometers For Section B, the features include: * Approach roads (Guimaras and Negros) – 6.36 kilometers * Approach Bridge 1 – 7.2 kilometers * Main Bridge – 1.4 kilometers * Approach Bridge 2 – 4.51 kilometers The Panay-Guimaras-Negros Island Bridges project is aligned with the Philippine National Development Strategy, aiming to provide safer, faster, and more convenient transportation between the islands, reducing travel time from three to four hours to less than one hour./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, October 1). DETAILED ENGINEERING DESIGN 54.73% COMPLETE; Construction of Panay-Guimaras bridge to begin in 2nd half of 2025. 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 Detailed engineering design 54.73% complete; Construction of Panay-Guimaras bridge to begin in 2nd half of 2025 Description An account of the resource ILOILO City – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Region 6 is optimistic that consultants will submit the detailed engineering design (DED) for Section A of the Panay-Guimaras-Negros Bridges by December 2024. 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/detailed-engineering-design-54-73-complete-construction-of-panay-guimaras-bridge-to-begin-in-2nd-half-of-2025/" 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 1, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Bridges Panay-Guimaras-Negros Bridge 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 Re-electionist Gov. Defensor picks Debuque as running mate By Ime Sornito -Tuesday, October 1, 2024 “We chose Mayor Lee Ann Debuque (as running mate) because she is intelligent, dynamic, competitive, and hardworking. She is one of the mayors who frequently visit my office to follow up and work on matters. We appreciate her attitude, and her municipal government’s competitiveness,” says Iloilo’s Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. “We chose Mayor Lee Ann Debuque (as running mate) because she is intelligent, dynamic, competitive, and hardworking. She is one of the mayors who frequently visit my office to follow up and work on matters. We appreciate her attitude, and her municipal government’s competitiveness,” says Iloilo’s Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. ILOILO – The Defensor-Debuque tandem is set for the upcoming May 2025 national and local elections. Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. formally announced on Monday, Sept. 30, that Anilao’s Mayor Nathalie Ann “Lee Ann” Debuque is his running mate for vice governor. Before making the announcement, Governor Defensor administered the oath of Debuque as a member of the Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP), having recently left the Nacionalista Party. “She will be the administration’s candidate for vice governor of Iloilo under the party of President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr.,” said Defensor. The governor expressed enthusiasm for Debuque joining his ticket, highlighting her alignment with his administration’s MoRProGRes Iloilo (Movement for a Robust, Progressive, Globally Competitive, and Resilient Province of Iloilo), which aims to drive the province’s development. Defensor also noted her fit with the Marcos administration’s “Bagong Pilipinas” initiative. “We chose Mayor Lee Ann because she is intelligent, dynamic, competitive, and hardworking. She is one of the mayors who frequently visit my office to follow up and work on matters. We appreciate her attitude, and her municipal government’s competitiveness,” Defensor explained when asked why he selected Debuque as his running mate. Defensor emphasized that Debuque shares the same competitive spirit as the provincial government and the people of Iloilo in striving for the highest levels of recognition and achievement. He credited her leadership for the significant improvements in Anilao during her term as mayor. In her acceptance speech, Debuque thanked Defensor for selecting her as his running mate. “I am deeply grateful to Governor Toto for choosing me and placing his trust in me as his candidate for vice governor of Iloilo. I have high regard for the Iloilo provincial government, his leadership, and its employees,” she said. Debuque also drew inspiration from Iloilo’s six-time Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) award, which motivated her to lead Anilao in earning five SGLG awards through transparent and honest governance. While acknowledging the challenge ahead, Debuque expressed confidence, bolstered by the support of 4th District’s Cong. Ferjenel Biron and her mother, Anilao vice mayor Matet Debuque. She believes her skills and abilities will enable her to serve effectively as vice governor. “I’m still young in politics, but I have proven my capacity to my constituents. You can count on me to fulfil my duties and bring pride to the people of Iloilo. Governor Defensor’s wisdom and experience, combined with my energy and dynamism, will create a strong partnership for a more progressive Iloilo. I will stand firm in this responsibility and will not let Governor Defensor or the province down,” Debuque added. Addressing the possibility of facing 5th District’s Cong. Raul Tupas in the race for vice governor, Debuque expressed respect for Tupas and acknowledged the longstanding friendship between their families. However, she hopes that if Tupas does decide to run, he will give her a chance to serve Iloilo. Should Tupas pursue his candidacy, Debuque stated she is prepared to compete. “I’m fully committed to this race, and with the trust of Governor Defensor and Congressman Biron, I will not let them down. I want to show the people of Iloilo that I will be an asset to the province,” she said. Congressman Biron, expressing support for Debuque, described her as a fresh breeze for the leadership of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP). “I am very confident, Governor Toto, that your vice governor candidate is not only smart and competent but, above all, dedicated,” Biron said. Biron pledged full support from the 4th District for the Defensor-Debuque tandem, committing to their victory in the upcoming elections. “The 4th District will give 100 percent support to this tandem. We will ensure that Governor Toto’s vice governor candidate wins,” Biron affirmed./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, October 1). Re-electionist Gov. Defensor picks Debuque as running mate. 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 Re-electionist Gov. Defensor picks Debuque as running mate Description An account of the resource ILOILO – The Defensor-Debuque tandem is set for the upcoming May 2025 national and local elections. Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. formally announced on Monday, Sept. 30, that Anilao’s Mayor Nathalie Ann “Lee Ann” Debuque is his running mate for vice governor. 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/re-electionist-gov-defensor-picks-debuque-as-running-mate/" 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 1, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Defensor, Arthur R., Jr. Debuque, Nathalie Ann F. Local elections