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Tacloban CEO Gym renovation paves way for new Sports Complex

Vis-Min
Vis-Min /

The CEO Gymnasium, located along Justice Romualdez Street, is currently undergoing a facelift that will transform it into a City Sports Complex, set to become a hub for athletes and sports enthusiasts. This upgrade aims to enhance the facility’s capacity to host various sporting events while providing a conducive environment for both training and competition. As part of the improvements, the air-conditioned gym will feature elevated bleachers, ensuring ample seating for spectators during games and events. A standard basketball court will also be installed, complete with movable goals and a modern basketball goal system. These enhancements are designed to meet high standards, making the venue ideal for local tournaments, community sports programs, and other athletic activities. The first phase of this project, valued at P10 million, is set for completion on June 11. Meanwhile, the bidding process for Phase 2 is currently underway, promising further enhancements to expand the complex’s capabilities for a broader range of sports.By Tacloban CIO  

Glad to be Green initiative isinusulong sa bawat barangay

Baguio City
Baguio City /

    Si Baguio Tourism Council Chairperson at congressional aspirant na si Gladys Vergara ay nagpapatuloy sa kanyang adbokasiya para sa sustainable at eco-friendly na mga solusyon, na nagsusulong ng solar at renewable energy sa iba’t ibang barangay sa buong lungsod. Bilang bahagi ng kanyang Glad to be Green initiative, binisita niya ang Gabriela Silang, Happy Homes, Lourdes Subdivision Extension, Brookside, at Salud Mitra, kung saan pinalakas niya ang kahalagahan ng solar-powered lighting para sa mas ligtas at mas napapanatiling komunidad. Ang pangako ni Vergara sa pag-iilaw sa mga kalye at barangay para sa kaligtasan ng publiko ay nananatiling nasa puso ng kanyang misyon. Sa kanyang pakikipag-ugnayan sa Happy Homes Barangay, nagbigay siya ng solar-powered streetlights, na nagbibigay ng pagkakataon sa barangay na mailagay ang mga ito sa mga lugar kung saan sila ay higit na kailangan. Sa Lourdes Subdivision Extension, tinugunan din ni Gladys Vergara ang matagal nang isyu ng baha sa komunidad. Naalala niya kung paano pinangunahan ng kanyang ama, si dating Congressman Bernardo Vergara, ang declogging ng City Camp Lagoon, na makabuluhang nabawasan ang pagbaha. Gayunpaman, dahil sa kakulangan ng patuloy na pagpapanatili, ang lugar ay nananatiling nasa panganib. Tiniyak ni Vergara sa mga residente ang kanyang pangako na kumpletuhin ang hindi pa natapos na proyektong ito upang maprotektahan ang barangay mula sa mga darating na baha. Bukod pa rito, binigyang-diin ni Vergara ang pangangailangan para sa mas magandang imprastraktura ng komunidad, partikular sa mga barangay na walang permanenteng bulwagan. Ipinunto niya na ang Happy Homes Barangay Hall, na orihinal na itinayo bilang pansamantalang istraktura sa ilalim ng Magsaysay Avenue flyover sa pamamagitan ng inisyatiba ni dating Congressman Bernardo Vergara, ay hindi pa napapalitan. Nangako siya na tutulong sa pagkakaroon ng isang permanenteng at well-equipped barangay hall upang mapahusay ang mga lokal na serbisyo. Ang mga pagbisita ni Vergara ay sinalubong ng mainit na pasasalamat mula sa mga lokal na pinuno, kabilang sina Barangay Captain Orlando Basongit ng Gabriela Silang Barangay, Barangay Captain Arkinson Fianza ng Happy Homes Barangay, Barangay Captain Jeffrey Timmango ng Lourdes Subdivision Extension Barangay, Barangay Captain James Doligas ng Brookside Barangay, at Barangay Captain Nida Galace ng Salud Mitra Barangay, kasama ang lahat ng miyembro ng kani-kanilang barangay council. Higit pa sa kanyang adbokasiya, si Gladys Vergara, kasama ng mga kandidato sa konseho ng lungsod na sina Glenn Gaerlan at Eric Kelly, , ay bumisita din sa mga kaibigan sa Pinsao Pilot Project, kung saan siya ay malugod na tinanggap. Ipinaabot niya ang kanyang taos-pusong pasasalamat kay Sister Juanita sa kanyang mabuting pakikitungo at sa masarap na pagkain na kanyang inihanda. Sa kanyang pananaw para sa isang mas maliwanag, walang baha, at eco-friendly na Baguio, nananatiling matatag si Vergara sa kanyang misyon—isang barangay sa bawat pagkakataon.                  

PhilHealth hinimok ang ibang lalawigan na gayahin ang GUICONSULTA

Region 1
Region 1 /

  LINGAYEN, Pngasinan – Hinimok ng Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) ang ibang lalawigan, na tularan o; gayahin ang GUICONSULTA (Government Unified Incentives for Medical Consultations), ang programang pang-kalusugan na isinusulong ng lalawigan ng Pangasinan sa pangunguna ni Governor Ramon V. Guico III. Sinabi ni PhilHealth Vice President for Region 1 Dennis B. Adre, na ang GUICONSULTA ay isang kapuri-puri na programa na dapat tularan ng ibang mga lalawigan at gawin itong modelong proyekto. “Kami ay nakikipag-ugnayan sa aming punong tanggapan upang pag-aralan at suriin ang Pangasinan Business Model at malamang na gamitin at gawin itong isang patakaran,” sabi ni Adre. Sinabi ni Adre na sinusubukan ng Philhealth na impluwensyahan ang patakaran sa aktwal na mabuting kasanayan. “Kung ano ang nakikita natin sa Pangasinan, inaasahan natin, ay matutularan ng lahat ng iba pang probinsya,” aniya at idinagdag na ang Pangasinan ang unang nagbibigay ng mga serbisyong katapat. Ang GUICONSULTA, isang legacy na proyekto ni Gov. Guico, ay inilunsad noong 2024 at naglalayong unang magpatala ng hindi bababa sa dalawang milyong Pangasinenses. “Ang layunin ay hanapin ang 3.2 milyong populasyon ng Pangasinan, maipatala sila sa Konsulta at makakuha ng mga libreng serbisyo ng mga pasilidad na accredited ng PhilHealth,” pahayag ni Adre. Idinagdag niya na ang GUICONSULTA ng lalawigan ay talagang isang malugod na pag-unlad para sa PhilHealth, dahil pinupunan nito ang programa ng huli sa pamamagitan ng pagtulong sa kanila na isulong ang pagkuha ng mga aktwal na serbisyo ng mga miyembro. Ang Konsulta ay isang outpatient program ng PhilHealth na nagsimula noong 2020. “Sa Pangasinan, nagsimula na kaming makipag-negosasyon sa probinsya para makisali bilang isang provincial health network. Pero nagsimula kami sa pamamagitan ng pag-accredit sa mga indibidwal na rural health units ng 48 na munisipalidad. Ngayon, sila ay nakaayos bilang isang provincial health network.” Bukod dito, sinabi ni Adre na ang capitation na nagkakahalaga ng P1,700 ay binabayaran sa partner accredited facilities para isama ang 14 na ospital na pinamamahalaan ng pamahalaang panlalawigan para sa mga aktwal na serbisyo o outpatient services na ibinigay. Sinabi ng Philhealth VP na ang P1,700 capitation ay napupunta sa mga laboratory fee ng mga miyembro. Ginagamit din ito para sa mga gamot sa pagpapanatili ng mga miyembro upang isama ang mga antibiotic, anti-diabetes, at mga gamot sa hypertension na salungat sa sinasabi ng mga detractors tungkol sa mga reimbursement. “Sa kaso ng Pangasinan, nakabuo sila ng 80-20 sharing scheme na itinatadhana sa isang memorandum of agreement na nilagdaan ng at kabilang sa 48 munisipalidad at lungsod,” aniya. Idinagdag niya na 80 porsiyento ay pinagkakatiwalaan ng lalawigan sa isang espesyal na pondong pangkalusugan tulad ng nakapaloob sa isang resolusyon. Sa kabilang banda, ang 20 porsiyento ay direktang napupunta sa mga LGU. In lauding the scheme, Adre said: “What’s striking about the plans of what we call the Pangasinan Business Model is the intention to invest in infrastructure among others. Balak nilang i-invest ito sa isang Apex Hospital. At nilalayon nilang i-upgrade ang umiiral na mga pasilidad sa lalawigan upang matugunan ang mga pangangailangan ng lahat ng ating mga miyembro.” Tungkol naman sa P300 na ibinibigay ng pamahalaang panlalawigan sa mga enrollees, sinabi ni Adre na hindi ito nanggaling sa PhilHealth kundi sa kaban ng lalawigan.   “Sa ngayon ay hindi pa nakakapagbayad ang PhilHealth para sa layuning iyon. Ang pakikipag-ugnayan namin sa kanila bilang isang buong provincial health network, wala kaming naibigay kahit piso.” Ang GUICONSULTA ay inilunsad ng lalawigan bilang katapat na serbisyo sa Konsulta program ng Philhealth. Ang mga mamahaling diagnostic procedure tulad ng mammogram, halimbawa, ay kasama sa mga libreng serbisyo kasama ng iba pang mga serbisyo sa laboratoryo.          

Gambito leads KPP in promoting peaceful elections in Nueva Vizcaya

Inside Politics, Region 2
Inside Politics, Region 2 /

By Rachel Magday In a powerful demonstration of unity and commitment to electoral integrity, Governor Atty. Jose V. Gambito led the candidates of the Koalisyon ng Progreso at Pagkakaisa (KPP) in a Unity Walk and Peace Covenant Signing on Saturday, March 22, 2025. This event, organized by the Commission on Elections (Comelec), the Philippine National Police (PNP), and the Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPCRV), highlighted the collective resolve to ensure a peaceful and fair electoral process. The Unity Walk commenced at the provincial headquarters of the Nueva Vizcaya Police Provincial Office (NVPPO) and concluded at St. Dominic Cathedral, Bayombong where a program was held. Governor Gambito, joined by former Governor Ruth R. Padilla, who is now a congressional candidate, was at the forefront of the KPP candidates in this gathering. During the event, Gambito introduced his fellow KPP candidates, including Board Member Patricio “Patpat” Dumlao, who is vying for the vice gubernatorial seat along with other candidates for board member positions in both the north and south districts of Nueva Vizcaya. He noted that the KPP is a coalition of the Nacionalista Party and the Partido Federal ng Pilipinas, highlighting that this unity is essential for fostering sustained growth and prosperity in Nueva Vizcaya. Governor Gambito emphasized the coalition’s unwavering dedication to supporting a peaceful and orderly election, reinforcing their commitment to integrity and harmony throughout the electoral process. The Unity Walk served as a platform to promote a peaceful, orderly, free, and fair election for the upcoming May 12, 2025, polls. Marching alongside the candidates were members of the police force, military, Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP), Department of the Interior and Local Government (DiLG), PPCRV, and Comelec, all underscoring the importance of a secure electoral process. Following the walk and pledge of commitment, candidates participated in a peace covenant signing, affirming their dedication for a honest orderly and peaceful election. This symbolic gesture reinforced their shared commitment to a fair electoral process. In addition to the KPP coalition, other provincial candidates from various parties and independent candidates also participated in the event, demonstrating a unified stance across political lines for a peaceful election season in Nueva Vizcaya.

PDEA nets P1B shabu in Mindoro, Cavite operations

Region 5
Region 5 /

Operatives of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), in collaboration with other law enforcement units intercepted an attempt to smuggle P816,000,000.00 worth of methamphetamine hydrochloride, or shabu, at the Port of Calapan, Oriental Mindoro. PDEA Director General Undersecretary Isagani R. Nerez said the shabu haul was confiscated from the suspect identified as alias “Cris”, 43 years old, a male truck driver and resident of Oton, Iloilo. On March 21, 2025 at around 9:30 in the morning, combined elements of PDEA Regional Office MIMAROPA Calapan Seaport Interdiction Unit and K9 Unit; PDEA MIMAROPA Oriental Mindoro Provincial Office; PDEA Intelligence Service; PDEA Regional Office-National Capital Region (RO-NCR) Regional Special Enforcement Team 2; PDEA SIU- Batangas; PDEA Regional Office IV-A; NBI MIMAROPA; Philippine Coast Guard Sub-Station Calapan K9 Unit; PPA-PMO Min doro; PNP-DEG, Calapan City Drug Enforcement Unit; Regional Drug Enforcement Unit, Calapan City Police Station; Philippine Army; PNP Regional Highway Patrol Unit; and PNP Maritime Group 4B, arrested alias “Cris” after a random inspection and K-9 sweeping inside the compartment of his vehicle that yielded traveling bags containing120 packs of suspected shabu, weighing more or less 120 kilograms worth P816,000,000.00. Also seized during the seaport interdiction operation are one Toyota Camry, one mobile phone and the commercial transport documents of the suspect. Alias “Cris” will be facing charges for violation of Section 5 (Transportation of Illegal Drugs) and Section 11 (Possession of Illegal Drugs), Article II of Republic Act 9165, or The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002. “The operation is the first major seizure of illegal drugs in Oriental Mindoro. Beside the country’s airports and parcel system, we also need to protect our seaports from becoming transit and dropping points for large volumes of illegal drugs,” Undersecretary Nerez said. “Another high-impact operation that saved countless lives. This is going to be a regular part of PDEA life”, Nerez expressed. Neres said, in Cavite, a Chinese national identified as alias “Li”, 35 years old, a male Chinese national and resident of Mandaluyong City, was arrested and yielded a Methamphetamine hydrochloride, or shabu, and ecstasy tablets worth P217,642,000.00 were confiscated following a buy-bust operation in Bacoor City, Cavite. Combined elements of PDEA Special Enforcement Service (SES); PDEA Regional Office IV-A, Cavite Provincial Office; and the Philippine National Police Maritime Police Station and Bacoor City Police Station, arrested “Li” after he sold one transparent self-sealing plastic bag containing suspected shabu, weighing approximately one kilogram worth P6,800,000.00 to a poseur-buyer in the parking lot of popular fast food chain restaurant along Bacoor Boulevard, Bacoor City, Cavite. Seized also in the suspect’s possession were 31 more plastic bags containing suspected shabu, weighing more or less 31 kilograms, worth P210,800,000.00; four plastic sachets containing 35 pieces of red-colored ecstasy tablets worth P42,000.00; one Honda City and other personal belongings. Nerez said that the total estimated weight of shabu seized during the operation is more or less 32 kilograms, with a standard value of ₱217,600.000.00. Alias “Li” will be facing charges for violation of Section 5 (Sale of Illegal Drugs) and Section 11 (Possession of Illegal Drugs), Article II of Republic Act 9165, or The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002. “The arrested Chinese national has been under our tight watch for quite some time now under COPLAN: “Mafioso”. He is capable of distributing voluminous amounts of illegal drugs, and is now behind bars,” the PDEA chief said.

Irisan multi-purpose hall turned over to barangay

Baguio City
Baguio City /

  The newly constructed Irisan Multi-Purpose Hall has been inaugurated and turned over to the barangay led by barangay captain Arthur Carlos, on March 21. Mayor Benjamin Magalong said the project turned out well despite the challenges faced during the construction phase. He promised to secure additional funding to finish the second basement of the building, funding of which was made possible through the help of former Senator Ralph Recto and the Dept. of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). Arch. Rad Bokipen of the City Buildings and Architecture Office (CBAO) said the multi-purpose building has two storey and two basements. The offices of the punong barangay, session hall and administrative staff are located at the second storey while the offices of the medical emergency, barangay disaster risk reduction and management and nutrition office occupy the ground floor. The first basement will house the offices of the lupon tagapamayapa, barangay tanod, anti-violence against women and children (VAWC), barangay anti-drug abuse council (BADAC) and family life resource center (FLRC). The second basement is planned for the barangay library, tourism office, function hall and chapel.              

Honasan calls unity in Lucena City sorties

Inside Politics, Region 4
Inside Politics, Region 4 /

By  Danny Estacio   LUCENA CITY, Quezon- Senatorial candidate  Gregorio “Gringo” Honasan called for unity despite the present political situation in the country, during  his campaign sortie in the public market, here on Thursday, March 20. Honasan received warm welcome from the market vendors, and at this time, he is the only senatorial candidate who visited them, a vendor said. Honasan also visited the provincial capitol of Quezon and was received by vice-governor Anacleto “Third “Alcala representing Governor Helen Tan, and sought support to provincial employees. In the ambushed interview, he said that he will pursue peace and security laws in the country, being a former military officer ” Hindi ako nangangamba sa mga banta sa atin” as far as security is concerned, he is referring to the situation that happened in the west Philippine sea. He added that he will also pursue the digitization program on matters related to security, health, education, poverty, and livelihood for fastest dissemination of reliable information, and particularly, the young who belong to the new generation and millenials are very much related on various social media platforms. Honasan asked the support of Lucenahin for the coming election on May 12, and pledged to fight for the welfare of the common people in the Senate.      

P1.1B dormitory complex to open in Subic Freeport

Uncategorized
Uncategorized /

Subic Bay Freeport – A P1.1-billion dormitory complex is set to be constructed soon to become the site for a “home away from home” for some 6,000 employees working here. Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño on March 19, 2025 led the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a five-storey building. “This is why I cannot hide how overjoyed I am today,”  SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño said about the realization of his dreams for SBF workers. The chairman was elated over the start of the realization of his dream of providing housing facilities to the workers of this premier Freeport. “To me, this is the first step towards the realization of a strong, comfortable and peaceful way of life for our Freeport workers, the same as the dream of our dear President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for every Filipino in the country,” he added. “In fact, this dormitory project is in response to the President’s instructions in connection with his Pambansang Pabahay Para sa Pilipino, or 4PH program,” he continued. Isuzu Gencars Inc. General Manager Edgard Cabangon said that the collaboration between his company, the SBMA, and RDBT Construction Corporation has identified several worker dormitories as priority projects that recognize the need for affordable, accessible, and decent housing within the Freeport. He said that by building these dormitories close to factories, industrial areas, and technoparks, it not only improves the workers’ efficiency, but also helps companies and employees reduce the cost of living.He also cited that this initiative will also ease traffic congestion by reducing the number of vehicles and commuters on the road, contributing to a greener and more sustainable environment. According to Cabangon, this proposal is the first of its kind in the Freeport zone, which offers large-scale accommodations catering to workers, employees, and even students of nearby schools and colleges. RDBT Construction Corporation will be constructing the five buildings, which includes four dormitory blocks and an administrative building, all of which are rising at five storeys, on a one-hectare parcel of land. Architect Rafael Demacio Tecson, RDBT Construction Corp. CEO said that each dormitory block will have 188 units, with an approximate bed capacity of 1,500, which is 6,000 beds in total. Tecson said that the common areas will be designed to allow natural ventilation, which is key for the green structure development. This does not only improve indoor air quality, but also promotes the health and well-being of everyone using the space. Each dormitory is designed for eight occupants, shared by four people at a time. The layout shows smooth traffic flow, allowing residents to take turns using the shared bath, toilet and lavatories without overcrowding. The ground floor will be used as commercial spaces including laundry services, 24/7 convenience store, a cafeteria, coffee shops, and restaurants, providing essential services for the workers throughout their stay. SBMA Senior Deputy Administrator for Business and Investment Group Renato Lee III said that the dormitory complex is a testament of both investor confidence in the SBMA and our readiness for the influx of jobs in the zone. “We are very optimistic in the investment attractiveness of the country because of the benefits of CREATE MORE or RA 12066, the government’s  efficiency and accountability brought about by the strict implementation of the EASE of Doing Business Act or RA 11032 and the overall reduction in the cost of doing business here in the Philippines,” Lee said. “I have no doubt that we will be able to generate more investments in the coming years. When you generate investments, you generate jobs. But what is crucial here is not just Subic Freeport being investment-ready, but employment-ready as well,” he added. Lee added that it is where the project plays a crucial role in the overall direction of the SBMA by making sure that the Freeport workers are also taken care of.            

JHMC unveils new ISO 9001:2015 Certificate

Baguio City
Baguio City /

BAGUIO CITY —The John Hay Management Corporation (JHMC) has accomplished another key development by unveiling its new ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) logo, which is valid from March 20, 2025, to March 19, 2028. This represents the corporation’s dedication to provide high-quality public services while conforming to international standards. The certificate was issued on October 30, 2024, after JHMC passed a comprehensive audit conducted by TUV SUD PSB Philippines Inc., a third-party certifying body. The audit covered a wide range of JHMC operations, which include business development and events management, regulatory services, forest and environment management, and land asset management. “This achievement is a reflection of the collective hard work, passion, and dedication of everyone at JHMC,” said Atty. Marlo Ignacio V. Quadra, President and CEO of JHMC. “It inspires us to keep pushing boundaries and to provide our stakeholders with the quality service they truly deserve.” To honor the unveiling of QMS certification, JHMC also conducted a game related to the QMS, in which they shared knowledge about the corporation’s journey to receiving the ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS) Certificate. This was to foster and celebrate JHMC’s continuous improvement and success. The certification pronouncement is more than simply an official recognition; it demonstrates JHMC’s ability to exceed the customers’ expectations and manage its resources effectively and efficiently. JHMC remains determined to build on this success and make a lasting positive impact on the lives of the people it serves.

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