Tag: Iloilo

  • Antique Honors Late Governor Evelio Javier on 39th Death Anniversary

    In a poignant tribute, the community of Antique gathered at the EBJ Freedom Park in San Jose de Buenavista to honor the late governor Evelio Javier on the 39th anniversary of his death. The ceremony, marked by the laying of wreaths at Javier’s statue, was a testament to his enduring legacy of integrity and courage.…

  • Iloilo Health Officials Call for Vigorous Cleanup Amid Surge in Dengue Cases

    Iloilo City – In response to a worrying increase in dengue cases, the Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO) is urging residents to intensify their cleanup efforts. The call comes as the province reports 385 cases and four deaths from January 1 to February 1, 2025, marking a 58% increase from the previous year’s figures during…

  • Iloilo Aims to Vaccinate Over 257,000 Dogs Against Rabies

    In a concerted effort to combat rabies, the Iloilo provincial government has initiated a mass vaccination campaign targeting 257,534 dogs, which represents 70% of the province’s total dog population of 367,907. The campaign, which kicked off on February 4, 2025, in Lambunao, aims to achieve this goal within the next three months. Dr. Darel Tabuada,…

  • Philippine Red Cross Urges Increased Blood Donations in Iloilo

    The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) in Iloilo is calling on residents to step up their participation in blood donation drives to maintain a steady blood supply across the province. This appeal comes after a noticeable decrease in mobile blood donation activities during January, attributed to holiday festivities. Dr. Carlo Carado, the manager of the Western…

  • Ilonggos Encouraged to Register for National ID as PSA Resumes Mall-Based Enrollment

    The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) has restarted its national ID registration at various malls in Western Visayas, urging Ilonggos, particularly parents, to bring their children to the registration centers. Jared Barile, the PSA’s focal person for the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) in the region, emphasized the importance of registering children during an interview on Thursday.…

  • Massive Security Deployment for Dinagyang Festival 2025 in Iloilo

    In a significant show of force, the Task Group Dinagyang has mobilized 7,257 security personnel and volunteers to safeguard the Dinagyang Festival 2025. The deployment was officially launched during a send-off ceremony at the Iloilo Freedom Grandstand on Wednesday afternoon, January 22, 2025. Brig. Gen. Jack Wanky, the director of the Police Regional Office in…

  • LTFRB Commends Taxi Driver for Returning P2.4 Million to Passenger in Iloilo

    MANILA – The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has praised a taxi driver for his integrity after he returned a bag containing PHP2.4 million that was left behind by a passenger in Iloilo City. LTFRB Chair Teofilo Guadiz III highlighted the driver, Anthony Barredo Aguirre, aged 52, as an example of honesty and…

  • LTFRB Commends Taxi Driver for Returning PHP2.4 Million to Passenger in Iloilo

    MANILA – The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has praised a taxi driver for his integrity after he returned a bag containing PHP2.4 million that was left behind by a passenger in Iloilo City. LTFRB Chair Teofilo Guadiz III highlighted the driver, Anthony Barredo Aguirre, aged 52, as an example of honesty and…

  • LTFRB Commends Taxi Driver for Honesty in Returning P2.4 Million to Passenger in Iloilo

    MANILA – The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has praised a taxi driver for his integrity after he returned a bag with PHP2.4 million that was left behind by a passenger in Iloilo City. LTFRB Chair Teofilo Guadiz III highlighted the driver, Anthony Barredo Aguirre, aged 52, as an example of honesty and…

  • Iloilo’s ILOBEX Trade Fair Highlights Local MSMEs During Dinagyang Season

    The Iloilo Business Expo (ILOBEX) kicked off at the Festive Walk Mall on January 20, 2025, marking its fifth year of operation. The event, organized by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) Iloilo, aims to provide a platform for local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to showcase and promote their products during…