April 18, 2025

Tag: Iloilo City

  • Iloilo City Mayor Confirms No Class Suspension on February 25

    Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas announced that there will be no suspension of classes on February 25, 2025, as the date has been removed from the list of national holidays. Speaking at a press conference on February 24, Treñas explained that the decision to not recognize February 25 as a holiday is within the president’s…

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    Tessa Santos

  • Iloilo City Mayor Declines to Cancel Classes on February 25, Citing Presidential Prerogative

    In Iloilo City, Mayor Jerry Treñas has announced that there will be no suspension of classes on February 25, 2025, as the date has been removed from the national list of holidays. During a press conference held on February 24, Mayor Treñas clarified that the decision to not recognize February 25 as a holiday is…

    Written by

    Salvador Versoza

  • Iloilo City Ramps Up Border Surveillance Amid Dengue Surge

    In response to a growing number of dengue cases across the Philippines, Iloilo City’s Health Office has escalated its border surveillance efforts. Dr. Mary Ann Diaz, the officer-in-charge at the City Health Office (CHO), announced during a press conference on February 24, 2025, that the city had seen 106 dengue cases and one death from…

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    Conrado Carreon

  • Iloilo City Ramps Up Dengue Prevention Amid Rising Cases

    Iloilo City is stepping up its efforts to combat the spread of dengue as cases continue to increase across the region. The City Health Office (CHO) has intensified its border surveillance to prevent the further spread of the disease. In a recent press conference, Dr. Mary Ann Diaz, the CHO’s officer-in-charge, revealed that from January…

    Written by

    Bryan Farnacio

  • Iloilo City Begins Cash Subsidy Distribution to Solo Parents

    In a move to support single parents, Iloilo City has commenced the distribution of a PHP1,000 monthly cash subsidy to eligible solo parents as part of the city’s Comprehensive Solo Parent Ordinance. The initiative, which kicked off on Valentine’s Day, saw 196 solo parents receiving their first payments, with more expected as the validation process…

    Written by

    Juan Santos

  • Iloilo City Rolls Out Financial Support for Solo Parents

    In a move to support single parents, Iloilo City has begun distributing a monthly cash subsidy of PHP1,000 to eligible solo parents as part of the newly enacted Comprehensive Solo Parent Ordinance. On February 14, 2025, 196 solo parents who earn below the minimum wage received their first payments, marking the start of this initiative.…

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    Conrado Carreon

  • Iloilo City Candidates Pledge Peaceful and Fair 2025 Elections

    In a significant move towards ensuring tranquility during the upcoming 2025 midterm elections, candidates in Iloilo City gathered at the Freedom Grandstand on February 20, 2025, to sign a covenant. This event, marked by a unity walk from Sunburst Park, was a collaborative effort led by the Iloilo City Police Office (ICPO) and involved law…

    Written by

    Rodel Jacinto

  • Iloilo City Launches Weekly Tours for Elderly to Explore Local Attractions

    Iloilo City has introduced a new travel initiative aimed at its senior citizens, allowing them to explore the city’s rich heritage and tourist spots. The program, which kicked off on February 20, 2025, is set to occur every Thursday, offering elderly residents a chance to experience Iloilo as tourists. The inaugural tour saw fifteen senior…

    Written by

    Mark Salazar

  • DENR Calls on Election Candidates to Protect Trees from Campaign Posters

    In a bid to foster environmental responsibility during the upcoming midterm elections on May 12, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in Western Visayas (DENR-6) has urged candidates to refrain from damaging trees with their campaign materials. This appeal was made clear by DENR-6 Executive Director Raul Lorilla, who emphasized the importance of using…

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    Reynaldo Sison

  • Iloilo City Launches Program to Train Young Emergency Responders

    Iloilo City has initiated a new program aimed at equipping its youth to serve as emergency responders. The Kabataang Emergency Champions program, a collaboration between the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) and the Technical Institute of Iloilo City (TIIC), was officially launched on February 17, 2025. The initiative targets individuals aged 15 to 35, recognizing their potential…

    Written by

    Juan Santos