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VOL. XXVI, NO. 2 BICOL REGION, PHILIPPINES AUGUST 19 - 25, 2018 P5.00

PHIVOLCS-DOST LOWERS
BULUSAN ALERT LEVEL By FRANK PEÑONES JR.

SORSOGON CITY - The PHIVOLCS-DOST has lowered the


alert status of Bulusan volcano from Alert Level 1 to Alert Level 0,
the agency announced.
“This means observation- reduced volcanic earthquakes The PHIVOLCS-DOST
al parameters have returned which has dipped to 0 to 3 reminded local government Mount BULUSAN
to baseline or background earthquakes a day in the last units and the public that the
levels and no magmatic erup- five months, the reduction or 4-kilometer radius Perma- slopes is still imposed “due or phreatic eruption, rockfall tion authorities to advise pi-
tion is foreseen in the imme- depressurization on the shal- nent Danger Zone near the to the possibility of sudden and landslide.” lots to avoid flying close to
diate future. However, in the low hydrothermal source be- vents of the south-southern and hazardous steam-driven It also urged civil avia- (Turn to page 7)
event of a renewed increase neath the volcano’s edifice,

Naga braces for Peñafrancia Fiesta


in any one or combination and the drop in the sulfur
of the above monitoring pa- dioxide emission or SO2 flux
rameters, the alert status may since January 2018.
step up once again to Alert “The relatively low levels
level 1,” it explained. of SO2 flux indicate the de- By ANA-LIZA S. MACATANGAY Asia. Part of the preparation is Bongat said that as always,
It said that since the volca- pletion of volcanic gas sup- City Mayor John Bongat the creation of various work- the safety of every devotee
no’s last phreatic eruption on ply from an active shallow NAGA CITY – All roads who also chairs the Joint Op- ing clusters which will focus counts as the primordial con-
5 June 2017, it has returned hydrothermal or deep mag- lead to this city this Septem- erations Center (JOC) togeth- on specific concerns; security, cern of the LGU.
to normalcy as evidenced by matic source,” it said. ber as thousands or close er with Most Rev. Rolando J. medical/health, traffic, water, “Security concerns when
to a million devotees are Tria, OCD, D.D. of the Arch- utilities, emergency and the it comes to our visitors and

Ombudsman drops
expected to pay homage diocese of Caceres, expressed JIC or the Media Cluster. devotees will always be on
and express their unwaver- his deep appreciation to the Each cluster will be rep- top of the city’s main con-
ing faith to the miraculous members of the JOC for their resented by its team leader cerns. We need to ensure the

case vs. Cua, et. al


“Ina” or Mother of Bicol- continued support to the an- to facilitate decisions and smooth implementation of the
andia, Our Lady of Nuestra nual Peñafrancia fiesta and execution of major decisions various core activities that’s
Señora de Peñafrancia, in for making every year of the relative to the safe and order- why there is a need to recon-
an occasion dubbed as the festivity, a memorable event ly conduct of the Peñafrancia stitute and re-organize the Pe-
By FRANK PEÑONES JR. biggest Marian festivity in to all Marian devotees. festivity. (Turn to page 7)

VIRAC, Catanduanes -
The Office of the Ombuds-
man has dismissed for lack
of evidence the case filed
by the widow of a slain
publisher against Catan-
duanes Governor Joseph
C. Cua, Mayor Samuel V.
Laynes of this town, and
Punong Barangay Helario
T. Sarmiento. Gov. CUA
In its decision penned by by Edralyn M. Pangilinan in
Graft Prosecutor Joyrich M. 2017.
Golangco and approved by Pangilinan is the common
erstwhile Ombudsman Con- law wife of Larry S. Que,
chita Carpio Morales in July publisher of Catanduanes
5, 2018, the Ombudsman News Now, who was gunned
found “no probable cause to down by two motorcycling
indict the respondents for vi- men in front of his insurance
olation of Sec. 3 (e) of R.A. office on December 19, 2016, PJOC/IATG PREPARATIONS
3019,” or the Anti-Graft and two weeks after he wrote an Members of the Peñafrancia Joint Operations Center (JOC) and Inter Agency Task Group (IATG) pose for the customary photo
Corrupt Practices Act filed (Turn to page 7) op after the Memorandum of Agreement Signing held at the Archbishop's Palace on August 11, 2018. - (JMadrid-PIAV/CamSur)
2 BIKOL REPORTER OPINION AUGUST 19 - 25, 2018

EDITORIAL Negative OPINIONS


UNLIMITED
Reflecting on the Import-Export Record Atty. TONY (APA) ACYATAN

Eid al-Adha (Atty. APA – chairs Acyatan &


Co., CPAs-DFK International – is
strong outflows, according to BSP.
Last month’s gross international
25 basis points on June 20, and
50 basis points last Aug. 9. The
As Muslims all over the world past chair of ASEAN Federation reserves (GIR) level was $633.5M 50 basis point rate hike last week
of CPAs, PICPA past president lower (from $77.52B). The GIR is was the biggest since July 2008
observe the Eid al-Adha or the Feast and Hall-of-Famer, and ACPAPP the sum of all FX flowing into the bringing the overnight reverse
of Sacrifice this August 21, it will be Lifetime Achievement Awardee). country. It serves as a buffer to en- repurchase rate to 4%, the over-
well that we reflect on the significance PHL TRADE DEFICIT: The coun- sure that PHL would have enough night deposit rate to 3.5% and the
of this occasion. try’s trade deficit more than doubled FX to pay global obligations. overnight lending rate to 4.5%.
in June 2018 as exports continued The GIR is used to pay for im- TARIFF ON SUGAR: The DTI
Also called the Festival of Sacrifice, to decline and imports grew steep- ported goods and services, or ma- is pushing for the adoption of a
ly, the Philippine Statistics Author- turing obligations. BSP said the system for sugar imports similar
Eid-al-Adha commemorates the ity (PSA) reported. External trade month-on-month decline in the FX to rice tariffication wherein im-
akedah, the story of Ibrahim’s in goods reached $14.75b in June reserves was due mainly to out- ports would be allowed to enter
(Abraham) near-sacrifice of his son in 2018, 13.5% growth from $12.99B flows arising from payments by the the country but subject to high
obedience to God’s will. Christians in June 2017. Total exports fell national government for maturing tariffs. The proposal would in-
for the sixth straight month from FX obligations, BSP FX operations volve allowing sugar imports as
are familiar with this story which has
$5.07B in June 2017 to $5.7B last and revaluation adjustments on the long as tariffs are paid as a form
drawn various theological readings June. Biggest export markets were central bank’s gold holdings result- of protection to sugar producers.
through the years. Hong Kong, US, Japan, China, Sin- ing from the decrease in the price DTI said the proposed 35% tariff
gapore, Germany, Thailand, Neth- of gold in the world market. to be paid for imports is still sub-
Kierkegard for one, wrote about erlands, Taiwan and Korea. UPWARD INTEREST: Econo- ject to consultation.
the paradox of the ‘ethical, of doing Total imports, rose to $9.05B mists are not convinced that the The rice tariffication bill which
in June 2018 from $7.29B same latest strong follow-through mon- was approved at the House of
one’s duty as itself the temptation.”
month 2017, an annual growth rate etary action by BSP via a rate hike Representatives on second read-
Abraham’s duty was to follow what of 24.2%. Biggest suppliers were of 50 basis points, is enough to ing earlier this week, imposes
God bade him to do. Refusing to kill China, Korea, Japan, Thailand, US, rein in rising Phl inflation. They tariffs on rice imports in place
his son, Isaac, meant disobedience Singapore, Indonesia, Taiwan, Ma- surmised that the Monetary Board of quotas. It is lamentable that
to God. laysia and Vietnam. This brought may deliver another 25-basis-point whereas before – we produce
the balance of trade in goods to rate hike as early as Sept. 27 as sugar in excess of our domestic
$3.35B in June 2018, higher than authorities have already bumped requirements - but now we have
This is almost a humanly impossible
the $1.59B in June 2017. NEDA up their inflation forecasts for 2018 to resort to importation just to
story, but Abraham did triumph in attributed the continued decline and 2019. meet local household demand
this trial; and passing tests even in exports to lower revenues from The BSP has so far raised in- and soft drink manufacturers.
on academic terms, has its rewards mineral and agro-based products. terest rates by 100 basis points We even have US export quotas
which is what perhaps, in practical FOREX RESERVES LOWER: in three consecutive rate-setting priced higher, to fill up.
The country’s foreign exchange meetings to curb rising inflation. PROVERB: Wine is a mocker,
terms, what we can cull from this Old buffer slumped for the fourth It lifted interest rates by 25 basis strong drink which is raging; and
Testament story. straight month to a fresh six-year points for the first time in more than whoever is deceived thereby is
low of $76.89b in July 2018 with three years last May 10 followed by not wise!
There is certainly some logic in
blind obedience and sacrifice with
no certain returns or measure.
TY for the Surprise Party, FROM MY
Sometimes they become the rewards Floodings can happen here, On WINDOW
itself for one who gave them. Just
like perhaps what Abraham got in the
high prices of basic commodities NENITA FUENTEBELLA PEÑONES
end. I was given a surprise party last Andaya for governor. dams and Manila Bay and flood
Saturday, Aug. 4, by my daughter, I believe everybody has a mission Naga City. The government and
son-in-law and grandchildren in life. Some die young. Some die the people should do something.

ERRATA because it was my 88th birthday.


They told me that not everybody
old. It’s important to serve God, our
country in anyway and to love our
*******
President Rodrigo Duterte
reaches that age still healthy in mind family. I already want to stop writing continue to have a high
In our last week’s issue, the story by Armie B. Gunay,
and body. My only problem is pain in but my daughter said “No” because satisfaction rating that is shown
should have read Nagueño Studes, and not Nagueño
the left leg but it can be cured by mental and physical exercise fights in SWS Survey and the Pulse
Studs. Our apology for the inadvertence. Likewise, we
physical exercise of walking. Alzheimers, according to medical Asia because of good things he
overlooked the factual error in the story on the prepa-
rations for the Ibalong festival, where the Ibalong epic Well, I wish to thank my family doctors. has done for the senior citizens,
is attributed to the late Prof. Merito Espinas as its au- for this and to God for giving me ******* the free irrigation to farmers,
thor. The epic, which came to us in Spanish, was “writ- my family, relatives and friends. We have seen on TV the free tertiary education in state
ten” by the Franciscan Friar Melendreras. Espinas I wonder how they managed to destruction to life and properties colleges, no income tax to those
wrote a book about the epic and not the epic itself. invite our friends and relatives from and hardships to the people caused earning P30,000.00 monthly,
Partido and my in-laws from Iriga by flooding and torrential rains in medical benefits, better and more
City who made me feel happy as Northern and Central Luzon and benefits to the Philipine National
if my husband was with me again. in Metro Manila. The trash, the Police and the Armed Forces
But I am not surprise because my water in Manila Bay poured in of the Philippines. But this can
sister-in-law Engr. Erlinda P. Llorin Roxas Boulevard is so horrible and change because of high prices
is in privy to it. frightening. I remember the plan of basic commodities which hits
All of them are busy but came, of Imelda R. Marcos, the former everybody in all walks of life.
like my close friends Drs. Acelita First Lady when she was the Metro It is like the addition of value-
and Alfea Llorin, PDA’s Planning Manila Governor. Because Manila added tax, the E-VAT of Gloria
Chief Recha Quizon, my dear is always flooded, she proposed Macapagal-Arroyo when she
friend Mercy Globo, Jerold Peña, to build dikes along Manila Bay was President which the people
my classmate at Sto. Niño Chapel after she went to Netherlands, the dislike until now, because it is a
Josie San Juan, Matet Fuentebella- country that is always under water. burden that is imposed on the
Limjoco, Jovi Fuentebella and Arnie She was very much criticized for people.
Fuentebella, with some mayors. her expensive project and she did The people are complaining
I ask him under what political not push through. about the high prices caused by
party will he run. As expected, The recent flooding in Northern the excise tax in the Train Law. I
he will run as candidate for the and Central Luzon and Metro Manila hope this feedback will be acted
Nacionalista Party Coalition NPC should make us think and do what upon by the lawmakers that
in alliance with the PDP-Laban of can be done now. It can happen passed the law and the President
President Rodrigo Duterte. He said here and we should prepare for it. who can do something to reduce
we are supporting Cong. Rolando The Bicol River can overflow like the the high prices.

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AUGUST 19 - 25, 2018 BUSINESS SECTION BIKOL REPORTER 3
Philanthropist boosts Writing in Bikol
A very successful insur- surance Brokers, Phils. Inc. The launching ceremony Month. He added that specif- Fil-American English writer, Hawak (Filipino): Politics of
ance executive from Catan- He is a graduate of the Har- was attended by AdeNU pres- ic mechanics and guidelines of the BNS Short Story writing the Body, Plaza Probes: Pub-
duanes is pushing for the vard University OPM pro- ident, Fr. Roberto Rivera S.J.; the contest can be download- contest is open to all Bicolano lic Spaces and Cruising in the
writing in the Bikol lan- gram and a member of the National Book and Develop- ed and read at: https://www. residents aged 16 and above; Province, and Mythologies
guage. prestigious Makati Business ment Board chair, Nini Sta. adnu.edu.ph/2018/08/13/pre- and each contestant is limited and Me-thologies” The Lit-
“Nurturing the richness Club. Romana-Cruz., AdeNU Press myo-victorio-c-valledor-para- to only one entry which will eral and Literary.
our language is nurturing the He is also active in phil- Director Fr. Wilmer Tria, Ma- sa-nobelang-bikol-guidelines- be submitted to the Raul S. Works can be submitted to
richness of our culture,” Vic- anthropic work like support- nunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino and-entry-form/ . Roco-Naga City Library. bikolbaks@gmail.com.
tor Cabangon Valledor said ing the annual National Book chair Prof. Tito G. Valiente, CULTURAL NOTES: The bakla anthology, co- The Consuelo ‘Chito’
during the launch of the 2018 Development Board book and UNC Museum Curator Deadlines for Bakla An- edited by Paolo Sumayao Madrigal-Foundation An-
Victor Cabangon Valledor awards and sponsoring 25 Frank Penones Jr., and stu- thology, Fiction & Song- and J. Pilapil Jacobo, hopes them songwriting contest on
Writer’s Prize for Bicol Novel scholars in his native Catan- dents and teachers. writing Contests to gather writings from the the other hand is anchored on
or Premyo Valledor, held at duanes province. AdeNU Press Assistant Di- The deadlines for the 2nd GBTQ spectra and can re- the theme: Fight Poverty, We
the Richie Fernando Hall of The Premyo Valledor, rector Kristian Cordero also Bienvenido N. Santos short volve around themes like Ina are One, We are Strong, along
the Ateneo de Naga Univer- which will become an annual announced that the submis- story writing contest is set on and the Bikol Value for Ma- the foundation’s thrust of pov-
sity. award and is touted to be the sion of entries will end on No- August 21, while the Queer ternal Love and Faith; The erty alleviation and education.
Born in Catanduanes,, Bikol equivalent of the Palan- vember 30, 2018. Shortlisted Writing from Bikol anthology Orag-Gayon Continuum: Entries can be submitted at
Valledor, who rose from the ca Award, carries a PhP50,000 entries will be announced is August 22; while the CC- Macho and Magayon, Trans’ the Administrative Office,
ranks in the insurance busi- cash prize for the winning in February 2019, while the MF-Bikol Anthem Songwrit- Identities, Peninsula Queens: 2nd floor, Madrigal Center
ness, is the Chief Executive writer and a publication grant awarding is set on April 27, ing Competition is on August pageants and myths of beauty, for Entrepreneurship, Ateneo
Officer and President of the from the Ateneo de Naga Uni- 2019 in time for the celebra- 25, at 12:00 noon. Beckyspora: Negotiating De- de Naga; or emailed at: thec-
Lockton Reinsurance and In- versity Press. tion of the National Literature Named after the famous partures, Hawak(Bikol) and cmfbbiolanthem@gmail.com.

Naga urban poor federation marks 32nd Year


By ARMIE B. GUNAY cases the traditional rural ent competition of the pag-
community setting with the eant was already conducted,
Celebrating their 32nd bountiful harvest of farm pro- August 11, wherein talented
founding anniversary this duce and home- made rice mothers of the urban poor
year, the Naga City Ur- cakes offered in each of the 15 community took center stage
ban Poor Federation, Inc. ‘bahay- kubo’ tents of each of and showcased their skills.
(NCUPFI) initiated fun and the participating organizations The culminating activity of
meaningful activities to cel- of the NCUPFI. the federation will be on Au-
ebrate the occasion. The Pista sa Nayon aims to gust 18, 2018.
The federation formally promote the livelihood prod- The NCUPFI continu-
opened last Monday, August ucts of the federation mem- ously advocate for the needs
13, the staging of the Pista bers and for the community to of the poor in the city such
sa Nayon at the city hall patronize it. as the security of land tenure,
grounds. The federation already will delivery of basic services and
The activity, done for the also crown the Mrs. NCUPFI the provision of livelihood
second time this year, show- on August 14. Earlier, the tal- programs for them. -CEPPIO
4 BIKOL REPORTER HALO-HALO AUGUST 19 - 25, 2018

KANTONG Sindang Mga DIS *KARTE


*KUSYON

PUTIKON! Tarpolano/a *KURSO


FRANK PEÑONES JR.

Panahon ini na sasanglian ninda an tulod sinda na totoong Kristo. tiripon nin mga onorableng tawo

Rap, Raprap, RAPPLER!


mga dahon sa samong mga sanga, na- Pagkahapon, sinda an mga butod Na an onra yaon sa saro na na-
kadupa, ipinakong mga bagong Kristo. an tulak sa beer, premyo man na moro-morong saindang gi-
Nagaatang nin kaligtasan sa banwa. Para sa pagpaitok kan payo kan nana.
Sabi ninda, hahawason an nama- mga tawo. “Happy Days are here again!” sabi
Life is like a book; don't jump to the end to see manwaan sa haloy na kadaihan. Mantang an daing lawog na nama- ninda.
if it's worth it. Just enjoy life and fill the pages with Alagad nadangog ta na an saindang manwaan, an pirmeng pinagmamakul- Asin kamong mga niyog an hutok
beautiful and amazing memories. panambitan kadto pa. gan na nagbuhat sainda
******** Mayo man bagong tono. Pilion kami Iyo an nagaagrangay kan kulog na Dai ngani makabuhat sa pagkak-
asin “everybody happy.” dai nauumayan. adapla.
"Peace of mind is the greatest asset we can have
Sa tabang kan rah-rah-rah boys, itu- Matindog sinda sa atubang nin mga Maraya pa kamo!
for a happy & healthy living.
Wishing you a relaxed mind, peaceful soul, a joyful
spirit & a heart full of love. May the Lord continue to
bless you & your family.
Of Death, Lions and FROM
PLANET
********
FYI: Got this from other groups Bureaucrats KRYPTON
R.R BALDEMOR
Please inform all contacts from your list not to
open a video called the "Dance of the Hillary". It is Hindus and death: While travelling back of MOA and say "Hi Dad, how are development technicians. Then I
a virus that formats your mobile. Beware it is very in rural Nepal we passed a huge bridge you?" But I think she fully agreed when realized that even in laboratories
dangerous. They announced it today on BBC radio. and saw people converging around a our youngest said, "Hi Dad, this is for scientists and lab technicians can
pile of burning logs at the river bank. I reimbursement!" alter the DNA of RATS but they still
Fwd this msg to as many as you can!
asked our driver what it was all about. ------------------------------- remain as RATS! Is RAT a root word
******** I was informed that those were Hindus Lions are leftists: In Africa I learned in governance?
Massive Ransomeware attack...Total 74 countries cremating their dead. So I wondered that lions are leftists. While on a group --------------------------------
affected...Please do not open any email which has how the ashes of the dead are carried safari in Zimbabwe our guide taught Getting even: Our project driver
with "tasksche.exe" file. Please send this important along the river during high tide and how us that if we are faced with a lion we in Sri Lanka often forget that I cannot
the fish would enjoy their meal out of it. I should never stay on their front or their understand their language. In one of
message to all your friends. our trips he talked to me in Tamil. I
never ate fresh water fish in Nepal after left side because they will easily strike.
******** that. But it is the reason why I decided We must be always on the right side or asked him what he was talking about.
Sunday aug 19 s 1st death aniv ni bb. Pls pray for that my body should be cremated when on the tail side. We were asked to try it He said, "Sorry Sir, I forgot that you
d repose of her soul. Tnx it is my time. with a domesticated lion. I immediately cannot understand Tamil." Then I
******** --------------------------------- pointed to my companion on my left! also talked to him in Bicol. And then
From that Nepal experience I told my ------------------------------------- he also asked me what I was talking
We never know what will happen each day. wife when he was still alive that when Sometimes it is better to leave about. I answered; “Sorry Noel, I
Each day of our lives is a surprise of what destiny I die my body must be cremated and the poor in their peaceful miseries. forgot that you cannot understand
may bring us. the ashes be poured in Manila Bay Trickledown economics does not work Bicol." I smiled to myself thinking that
May it be happy or sad, exciting or boring, scary behind the Mall of Asia. She said I am from above, market economy is only I got even.
or fearless, forgetable or memorable, may the weird, so I explained that actually it is effective if there is a market, and free ---------------------------
practical, they will not have problems enterprise is only true if people are free. When your enemies are
Heavenly Father continue to keep you safe, give visiting my grave during all souls day. -------------------------------- committing mistakes do not stop
you courage and comfort as well as love! She only seemed to relent when I said Sometimes I wonder why we cannot or correct them. Give them time to
******** that every time she, with the kids, will train our bureaucRATS as development commit more so they can dig their
God bless us always. go shopping they can just go to the managers and our technocRATS as own graves.
********
Rap (words & music), rap-rap (bikol green joke), san buenaventura adnhs '60/e a CPA. Classmate of Jun Bichara in La Salle, President
rappler (enemy of lies & fake news, agent of truth & ******** of UCPB after Danding flew to Hawaii w/ Marcos. Most
righteousness). Peniless is powerless. importantly, returned to PCGG - thru Chair Ramon A.
******** PNP or AFP is not an employment opportunity but a Diaz - all shares of stocks entrusted to him but belongs
Morning. Kindly relay to all Ateneans that Danilo duty to country. to the gov't & the coconut planters. Fyi.
S. Ursua, Hi School '60, has passed away. His wake All politics is local, money & machinery! ********
started Aug 12 (Sun) til today Aug 14 (Tues) from 10am ******** In life or politics, it's not the brains nor talent or
to 10pm at the Capilla de la Virgen in Santuario de San The "Great thinker & humble of Hi-School '60 together nor looks not even mere wealth that counts but
Antonio. Masses at 630pm. Thank you. - atty/cpa pol w/ Romy Dihiansan ~ always carrying books to read ~ character alone spells the big differnce.

Harmful Effects of Modern Media to the SUNDAY GOSPEL


Health of Filipino Learners/Children Gospel: Jn 6:51-58
I am the living bread from heaven; whoever eats of this
By MYLA M. ONG, RN bread will live forever. The bread I shall give is my flesh, and
RN-City Health Office, I will give it for the life of the world.” The Jews were arguing
Iriga City among themselves, “How can this man give us his flesh to
eat?” So Jesus replied, “Truly, I say to you, if you do not eat
One of the outcome of People intelligence are all products d. On the MTVS there are vulgar and indirect works and the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no
of civilization in our present cybernetic world. It makes life means that the young may imitate. Thinking there are good, life in you. The one who eats my flesh and drinks my blood
sense more confortable and enjoyable in this modern media scenes who are marital sex, early marriage, bad barkada give lives eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day. “My
like television, computer and other hytech gadgets that all had examples to the youth. flesh is really food, and my blood is truly drink. Those who
products of civilization. e. If some cartoons as comics stories children show that
eat my flesh and drink my blood, live in me, and I in them.
Yet this very civilizations has become people’s own un- the called heroes always win indicating but one has to win by
ending the beneficial effects are often and accompanied by Just as the Father, who is life, sent me, and I have life from
hash or by crook. They become selfish vigilant and revilous.
disadvantages and harm. the Father, so whoever eats me will have life from me. This
f. In some situations, children see disintegrating familiar
Take the care of television, computer, laptop, tablets, etc. because of wrong values like abortion, elicit relationships, is the bread from heaven; not like that of your ancestors, who
the good life brought about by these need but not productive. abortion, extra marital affairs, disrespectful children and some ate and later died. Those who eat this bread will live forever.”
They have improved in entertainment, but also industry, com- see parents smoking, drinking, gambling, lying, disobeying, Lectio Divina
munication and life as a whole. cheating, quarreling or taking drugs. Read: The theme of discerning runs through the readings
However, what are the harmful effects of these, particularly g. On advertisements-children are encouraged to eat junk today. Wisdom calls us out to take the path of discernment.
on the young learners foods or tsitsiriya likewise, encourage youth to use other Paul invites us to understand the will of God and follow it. The
1. Computer and video games eucharistic discourse of Jesus is an invitation to discern the
toothpaste to have sweet breath that will give them kissable
There is maybe enjoyable/entertaining but spending too
lips, and engage in kissing. true bread that ensures eternal life.
much time on them is a waste of time. Instead of studying,
many children spend hours on computer and video games. h. There are scenes in the behavior who vulgar and inde- Reflect: We do meet some people who seem to be
The target not only their studies but also their health hab- cent words pre-marital sex, early marriages, had “barkadas” inhabiting a world different from ours. When we meet
its, like taking a bath, eating meals on time, exercising, they give bad examples to them that the young may imitate. genuinely spiritual people or those who have passionately
maybe lying awh-wardly whole watching. 3. Internet and “foolishly” [in a worldly sense] dedicated their life to
2. Television The internet enables a person to communicate freely and some just cause, we say that they are marching to a different
a. Children who spend much time watching television for- openly in the international world through the computer. It can drum. In other words, they are people who have discerned
get their lessons and school activities. The habit of just sitting be used in research works and study. But what harm may the something deeper and beyond the ordinary and perceive life
infront of television, computer, laptop other hytech gadgets internet cause? It depends in the people using it.
from a higher angle and respond accordingly. Jesus invites us
lack exercise and socialization laziness, disobedience hav- Have may used it in long useless conversation (chat). Un-
today to apply such discernment in understanding who he is,
ing developed. They have strong world of their own. Thus, controlled, the youth may use sites the show/teach immoral
acts evil/illegal activity. which would enable us to live life differently meriting eternity.
resembling those with autism they become passant.
b. Cases and poor eyesight are health problems to chil- From the harmful effects enumerated aboved parents, Pray: Ask God for the gift of discernment of the divine in
dren resulting a radiation from television. guardians has the basic role to help children to get the most our everyday life.
c. From TV shows where many youth win a short-outs to of it to prevent them from being affected adversely. Guid- Act: Write out a brief reflection on what the Eucharist
fame and glory learn to be envies and development wrong ance, advice and example of parents and guardians are very means for you. – CLARETIAN COMMUNICATIONS
values. important. FOUNDATION, INC.
AUGUST 19 - 25, 2018 NEWS REPORTER BIKOL REPORTER 5
More “Space” urged for Youth Infanta District
Meet 2018
By ANA-LIZA S. MACATANGAY mary challenges being faced
by the current generation are By NELIDA S. ASTILLO, Teacher II
NAGA CITY – Building health issues particularly the Banugao Elementary School, Infanta District
“Safe Spaces for the Youth” increase in teen pregnancy, Region IV-A CALABARZON
as this year’s theme for the rising incidence of HIV AIDS Division of Quezon
celebration of the Interna- among young people and con- Department of Education
tional Youth Day (IYD), cerns on mental health.
perfectly states what the “We can only do so much, After 5 long years of clustering to REINA Area, con-
young people actually need but above all things, the youth sists of Real ,Infanta and Nakar Districts, at last Infanta
today in the midst of confus- plays an important role how has its own identity to show the entire province of Quezon
to safeguard themselves from our best athletes, dancers for dancesports,basketball
ing challenges and need for
these problems. They have to players, badminton and even boxers.Infanta now need
recognition.
take care of themselves first, no more to consider other districts when it comes to fi-
This was the essence of the
INT’L YOUTH DAY have dreams where they can nancing our players for improvement and enhancement
speech delivered by National ASEC Paul Pangilinan (second from left) during the anchor their decisions. They of skills in terms of sports.Infanta School PESS Coor-
Youth Commission (NYC) International Youth Day and Linggo ng Kabataan Celebration should have a life skill to ad- dinators actually have faith that they are in good hands
Commissioner-at-Large As- at Iriga Plaza Convention Center, Iriga City on August 12, 2018. dress and meet the challenges through the leadership of Public Schools District Super-
sistant Secretary Paul Pan- Included in the photo are NYC Region V Area Officer Nydia
head on. They should go out visor, Ms.Reyvi C.Faraon,who’s energetic, intelligent,
gilinan during the IYD cel- Paladan-Delfin (extreme left), PIA Camarines Sur Provincial
Head Ana-Liza Macatangay (2nd from right) and Camarines and involve themselves in and very much supportive for the success of the said
ebration held at Iriga Plaza Sur Provincial Youth Development Officer Emman Cleodoro worthy activities by joining activity. Infanta District Meet 2018, was held last July 26-
Convention Center in Iriga (extreme right). - (PIAV/CamSur) organizations that promotes 27,2018 at Infanta Central School and Infanta National
City, Aug. 12, Sunday. It was their self-esteem,” Delfin High School for some events. Players, coaches, trainers
participated by hundreds of ASEC Pangilinan made sure gain knowledge on the con- added. and school heads attended the opening program be-
young people. that youth coming from all cept of safe space and propose The IYD and LNK cel- fore the competition has started. The program was suc-
The IYD also coincided sectors will be represented commendations or policies to ebration was simultaneously cessfully done even without the presence of our Hon.
with the Linggo ng Kabataan in the gathering – from the their LGUs in order to provide conducted on the cities of Mayor Filipina Grace America, but well-represented by
(LNK) celebration. sub-section of Out-of-School a safer and more secured envi- Biñan in Laguna, Iriga in Ca- Hon.Carlos Crisostomo, Chairman Education Commit-
“Let us give space to the Youth (OYS) to the in- school ronment for the youth,” Pang- marines Sur, Dagupan, Cebu, tee. The event was also participated by ALS and SPED
young people of today, space youth and youth with spe- ilinan expounded. Iloilo, Zamboanga and Iligan. learners. Camaraderie is the main target of the event,
where they can access oppor- cific needs. Also joining the NYC Region V Area Offi- The celebration of IYD every next by perfection and excellence in Sports.Indeed, In-
tunities, space where they feel celebration are Sangguniang cer Nyda Paladan-Delfin said 12th day of August is based on fanta is now ready to face the challenge of Sports com-
safe, space to do what they the United Nations Resolution petition, ready to fight in the Congressional Meet this
Kabataan (SK) officials and that gatherings like this also
54/120 adopted on December coming August 21-24,2018 in Mauban District. Congres-
want to do and a space where volunteers. give opportune time for the
17, 1999. sional Meet, here we come the delegates of Infanta.
they can freely express them- “As one of the most vul- young people to share their
selves without fear,” Pang- nerable sectors in our society, stories, make new friends and
ilinan said. we are hoping that the youth build a solid network of peo- Teacher’s Research Convention, Best
Practice for the Quezon Educators
As this year’s Chairper- sector will not just have fun ple who have the same inter-
son of the IYD and LNK Na- during the IYD and LNK est, understanding and needs.
tional Organizing Committee, 2018 celebration but will also She added that the pri-
By LEONISA C. PROHIBIDO, Teacher III

Naga’s district jail: A


Department of Education
Region IV-A CALABARZON, Division of Quezon
Banugao Elementary School

happy village for inmates Infanta District, Infanta,Quezon

Prioritizing the vital needs of mentors, is practice of the Quezonians, at least once a
one of the significant functions of a Gover- year, teachers will be pampered. This occa-
nor. Believing that teachers are the bread sion is in accordance with the Niyugyogan
By JASON B. NEOLA tablish friendship and cama- the jail management with the
and butter of one’s community for the im- Festival, a week-long festivity in Quezon
raderie with other facility’s city government of Naga and provement, leading towards the country’s vic- province. One of the celebrities who attend-
“We do not only safe- “residents,” the personnel of the administration of the Bi- tory over privation. The Governor of Quezon ed the convention is Sec. Harry Roque, who
keep and serve as caretak- the Bureau of Jail Manage- col Medical Center to help an Province, Hon.David Jay jay Suarez Jr, the informed the teachers the good news ‘bout
ers of our inmates. We also ment and Penology even go inmate who needs to undergo son of Cong.Danilo Suarez of the 3rd District the increase in salary, Special Assistant to
give them the opportunity beyond their usual work if operation. of Quezon, a husband of the popular ponds’ the President Bong Go also attended and
to live and interact as one only to allow the inmates to Part of the regular health model Ms. Anna Villa Raza hold its 10th year entertained the teachers also cited some im-
happy community.” feel that they are well taken and sanitation seminars with of Teacher’s Convention in Convention Cen- portant news. The whole day activity started
This is the gist of the state- care of. which the inmates are re- ter of Lucena City, Quezon.Wherein teachers with excitement ended with thrill. There two
“We encourage also ev- quired to attend is the infor- eventually have their chill moment, a moment days scheduled for the convention,1st day is
ment given by Jail Inspector
away from stress activities and reports. The for the 1st and 3rd district of Quezon, while
Ellen Rose Saragena, officer- eryone, especially the female mation and education cam- 2nd day for the 2nd and 4th district, respec-
governor invited some popular celebrities to
in-charge of the Naga City inmates to join the Zumba paign on HIV-AIDS. entertain teachers, such as Mr. Joseph Mar- tively August 15 and 16, 2018.The highlight
District Jail’s female dormi- every day and the sports As part of livelihood train- co, the double ganger of Pres. Duterte who’s of the said convention is the research dis-
tory as she related the condi- competition being held ev- ings are lectures that will a taxi driver. Everyone’s experience is really cussion through reflections of teachers as to
tions of the inmates inside the ery quarter of the year. The provide the detainees with different from previous happenings. Before their daily tasks.Dr. A shared his expertise
district jail. games being played in the the skills they need. Most the said activity,3 weeks ahead of time, pay- to improve research work but avoid of some
The facility has 59 female sportsfest are volleyball and of them are interested in pro- roll for teachers in each district will be submit- technicalities due to overcrowded venue.
inmates, 51 of them are fac- other ballgames. Ping-Pong ducing stuffs that can be used ted for evaluation. Teachers who are regular Despite a long travel from Infanta to Lucena
ing drug-related cases. and chess are among the fe- in house furnishings and inte- and hired in October 2017, are qualified to City, we enjoyed the day activity and treat
receive benefits, such as P3000 plus trans- ourselves for at least one day of laughing
Saragena said aside from male inmates’ favorites. rior decorations.
portation allowance of P500.free lunch, big and chilling moment. Thank you very much
exhorting the inmates to par- The lady jail officer also “We are also helping our umbrella, snacks for am and pm,3 bottles of Gov.Suarez, may you continue to shower
ticipate in sports competition mentioned about the coordi- ‘residents’ to look for a better water. Who will reject with that kind of pam- blessings to all teachers of the Quezon
that will enable them to es- nation being undertaken by market so that they can earn pers? Only in the Province of Quezon, best Province.Mabuhay ang Quezon.
more. Their incomes are be-
ing spent on their personal
necessities like bath soap, Gulayan sa Paaralan,
sanitary napkins, and other
supplies,” she said.
Aside from the 3-storey
a Milestone for Everyone
building which will serve as By THERESE S. DEMIN, Teacher II
dormitory for female inmates, Banugao Elementary School, Infanta District
2 four-storey buildings that Region IV-A CALABARZON
will give solve cramped pris- Department of Education, Division of Quezon
on cells for male detainees
is now being built at the the Gulayan sa paaralan, a nationwide pro- tee to evaluate the garden following the
Naga City District Jail/ gram of the Department of Agriculture and mechanics issued by the Department of
Department of Education, in collabora- Agriculture. Banugao Elementary School
This was learned from
tion of the Department of Interior and Lo- is one of the recipients and supporters of
Chief Inspector Gerardo Ber- cal Government. This is highly appreciated the said program. The said school always
din, who works as warden at and supported activity by the governor of part of the competition, and won the 1st
the district jail, which is situ- Quezon, Hon.David Jay jay Suarez due to place with 20,000. cash prize. For almost 5
ated in Barangay Del Rosario, its significant role in the attainment of the years, Banugao Elementary School claims
this city. National Government to prevent malnutri- for its Hall of Famer.In entire province com-
Being loosely referred to tion among public school’s learners. In line petition, Governor Suarez has the prize for
as “twin towers,” the facility with this goal, Division of Quezon adheres 1st place which is 500,000.00,2nd place is
can accommodate 600 to 900 to the proper and successful implementa- 400,000.00,3rd place is 300,000.00 while
inmates. The old Penology tion of Gulayan sa Paaralan.Each school 4th place has 250,000.00. That implies
will choose a gulayan teacher to implement how serious is the province in the imple-
Building, which has the ca- the program, be part of the District Commit- mentation of Gulayan sa Paaralan.
(Turn to page 6)
6 BIKOL REPORTER AUGUST 19 - 25, 2018

NAGA’S DISTRICT JAIL . . . BISCAST OPENS NEW LAB . . . ship with DOST, and the fa-
Meanwhile, more than
cility will act as a common
pacity to house 200 individu- Berdin said the new build- 100 inmates, male and fe- higher educational institution capacity not only of our stu- shared facility (CSF), where-
als, presently accommodates ings including the P16-M fe- male, have received their na- to host a laboratory of this dents, but of our people to be in micro and small enterpris-
500 detainees. male dormitory are a big help tional certificates from Tech-
kind is BISCAST because able to become productive es can avail of the facility for
The funds for the con- to decongest the district jail. nical Education and Skills
of its very name –BISCAST, in science and technology,” them to improve their exist-
struction of the P23-M new “Rehabilitation program, Development Authority after
and its vision to develop Bongat added. ing products and develop
buildings, which are expect- how good it is, will never be- passing the skills tests on
young scientists, particularly According to BISCAST more innovative ones.
ed to be in operation by Feb- come effective unless we do tile-setting, welding, hair-
ruary next year, were sourced not undertake first appropri- dressing, tailoring, massage in the areas of applied sci- President Richard H. Cor- Bongat thanked the
from the national govern- ate decongestion program,” therapy and other TESDA ences and how science and dial, the ManFabLab, which DOST and BISCAST for this
ment fund. he said. courses. - CEPPIO technology can improve the is a brainchild of Briñas, will development and gave the as-
function as the center for ap- surance that the city govern-
Republic of the Philippines Republic of the Philippines plied science, technology, in- ment of Naga will always be
LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRY OFFICE LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRY OFFICE novation and commercializa- on hand, not only to partner
Province: Camarines Sur Province: Camarines Sur tion. The facility is expected with them, but to work with
City/Municipality: Libmanan City/Municipality: Libmanan
to produce patents, licenses them towards the develop-
and other commercialization ment of not only the city, but
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
support to BISCAST’s fac- of the region.
CFN- ulty and students’ innovation “It is because of the strong
CFN-
CCE-CCE-0091-2018RA10172 and entrepreneurship efforts collaboration with the aca-
CCE-CCE-0086-2018RA10172
Included in the facility deme, and how the academe
In compliance with the publication requirement and In compliance with the publication requirement and are precision machines such can use research and devel-
pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1, pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1, as 3D printer, machines for opment to be able to enhance
Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative milling metals and wood, the existing products to make
Order No. 1, series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172). Notice Order No. 1, series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172). Notice is computerized embroidery it more competitive in light
is hereby served to the public that JOENEL ORIÑO ESPI- hereby served to the public that RODELYN D. NIMO has
machine, laser cutter, and of ASEAN integration and
NOSA has filed with this office, a petition for CORRECTION filed with this office, a petition for CORRECTION OF THE
CHILD’S SEX from “MALE” to “FEMALE” in the certificate
others, which are not avail- world competition,” Bongat
OF THE CHILD’S SEX from “FEMALE” to “MALE” in the able in an ordinary shop.
of live birth of RODELYN DATOON NIMO at Libmanan, added. - (LSM,JRM-PIA5/Cam-
certificate of live birth of JOENEL ORIÑO ESPINOSA at
Camarines Sur and whose parents are RODOLFO NIMO The project is in partner- Sur)
Libmanan, Camarines Sur and whose parents are JOSE
ESPINOSA and LEONOR ORIÑO. and TRINIDAD DATOON.
Any person adversely affected by said petition may Any person adversely affected by said petition may SORSOGON CITY PROPS DRUG . . .
file his written opposition with this office not later than file his written opposition with this office not later than
August 1, 2018. The personnel of MTRC is now the turn of LGU Sor-
August 1, 2018.
conducted their 6-month sogon to carry on the next
(Sgd.) EMILIE S. AGNES-DAIRAO (Sgd.) EMILIE S. AGNES-DAIRAO primary care under IOP on 9-month after care program
Municipal Civil Registrar Municipal Civil Registrar the patients by constantly to complete the entire IOP
monitoring the status of the Program for the patients.
BIKOL REPORTER
BIKOL REPORTER patients. They painstakingly As partner of the MTRC,
Published: August 19 and 26, 2018 Published: August 19 and 26, 2018
travelled from MTRC to Sor- LGU Sorsogon City under
sogon to personally take care the leadership of Mayor Sally
Republic of the Philippines Republic of the Philippines of them. Lee shall take charge of the
LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRY OFFICE LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRY OFFICE Just recently, a simple but monitoring of the clients and
Province: Camarines Sur Province: Camarines Sur meaningful IOP Moving Up prepare their reintegration
City/Municipality: Libmanan City/Municipality: Libmanan
ceremony was held at the to the community. The LGU
function hall of Sorsogon shall make necessary inter-
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CFN- CFN- City. The family of each cli- ventions to ensure that the
CCE-CCE-0092-2018RA10172 CCE-CCE-0088-2018RA10172 ent were also invited. Tes- stigma of being a former drug
timonies of how these drug dependent will not haunt the
In compliance with the publication requirement and In compliance with the publication requirement and dependents became better patients.
pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1, pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1, persons were heard and ap- MTRC believes that the
Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative plauded. Special awards and 32 clients under the non-
Order No. 1, series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172). Notice is Order No. 1, series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172). Notice certificates to selected clients severe category has the ca-
hereby served to the public that VILMA A. CADIZ-BARI- is hereby served to the public that VILMA M. CARMELO- were also given during the pacity to change and become
CANTE has filed with this office, a petition for CORREC- LEAÑO has filed with this office, a petition for CORREC-
program. productive members of the
TION OF THE CHILD’S DATE OF BIRTH from “December TION OF THE CHILD’S FIRST NAME from “BELMA” to
7, 1965” to “August 7, 1965” in the certificate of live birth “VILMA” and the CHILD’S DATE OF BIRTH from “May After the completion of community once they are all
of BELMA CADES at Libmanan, Camarines Sur and whose 13, 1962” to “April 22, 1962” in the certificate of live birth the first 6- month primary completely treated. - (LSM,
care conducted by MTRC, it MBAtun, PIAV/Sorsogon)
parents are PACIANO CADES and GENEROSA ABES. of BELMA CARMELO at Libmanan, Camarines Sur and
Any person adversely affected by said petition may whose parents are PEDRO CARMELO and ROSA MOSO.
file his written opposition with this office not later than Any person adversely affected by said petition may CARGO VESSEL DAMAGES . . .
August 1, 2018. file his written opposition with this office not later than
used to rehabilitate the damage Oil Company wharf at the said
August 1, 2018. wrought by the vessel to the village. While maneuvering, it
(Sgd.) EMILIE S. AGNES-DAIRAO Pasig reef,” Rosal said. failed to notice a shallow part
Municipal Civil Registrar (Sgd.) EMILIE S. AGNES-DAIRAO Junjun Folioso, MARINA of the bay causing the vessel to
Municipal Civil Registrar maritime specialist said the run aground.
199-ton cargo vessel with 18 The cargo vessel was load-
BIKOL REPORTER BIKOL REPORTER crew members was reportedly ed with copra products, the
Published: August 19 and 26, 2018 Published: August 19 and 26, 2018
set to anchor at the Legazpi MARINA officer said. - (PNA)

FOR JULY
NAME OF DECEASED DATE OF INTERMENT

LETICIA SJ. POLAGÑE JULY 1, 2018


FE SJ. POLAGÑE JULY 1, 2018
CORAZON V. PEÑA JULY 2, 2018
RODOLFO M. VALENCIANO JULY 8, 2018
CARLITO R. SYCHAY JULY 5, 2018
ROBERTO B. TOLIN JULY 6, 2018
CARLOS V. REYES SR. JULY 11, 2018
TRINIDAD A. REYES JULY 11, 2018
ARLENE R. CAMBARE JULY 7, 2018
ATANACIO E. DE VARRA JULY 13, 2018
ANTONINO C. BAJAMUNDE JULY 14, 2018
HELEN E. EUSTE JULY 14, 2018
ALFREDO C. BUNYI JULY 17, 2018
JOSEPHINE D. JASTIO JULY 17, 2018
ANITA A. APOLINARIO JULY 21, 2018
MONICO C. OBIAS JULY 21, 2018
CESZ JEITKA R. BONITO JULY 22, 2018
RICARDO A. ANDAL JULY 27, 2018
ROMEO C. COMIA JULY 25, 2018
LUIS DARILAY JULY 26, 2018
RUFINA N. DARILAY JULY 26, 2018
PILAR B. PERTES JULY 26, 2018
SABINO T. PERTES JULY 26, 2018
NILDA S. ALANO JULY 30, 2018
MERCY T. DE LOS SANTOS JULY 28, 2018
AUGUST 19 - 25, 2018 7 BIKOL REPORTER

Naga tops economic dynamism, 2nd overall competitive city in PH


By ARMIE B. GUNAY Convention Center, Metro City was awarded the Most (4) consecutive years, Naga
Manila. Competitive Component City City was able to not go below
Naga City lands first One hundred twelve (112) twice in a row as it topped the farther the second place in the
place in the Economic Dy- other component cities were overall competitiveness rank- overall competitiveness rank-
namism category of the assessed in the conducted ing for two consecutive years. ing— a feat no other city had
competitiveness ranking evaluation for the ranking. The categories being as- achieved.
among other component cit- Overall, Naga City is sessed by the awards are the With the award, Bongat
ies of the Philippines. second in the Overall Com- (1) Government Efficiency, said that they will further en-
The awarding was con- petitiveness Ranking— same (2) Infrastructure, (3) Eco- hance the city's practice in the
ducted during the 6th Region- at its place last year, 2017, nomic Dynamism, and (4) conduct of business in Naga
al Competitiveness Summit of wherein the city landed next Resiliency. that will further generate em-
the National Competitiveness to Antipolo City then and to Mayor John Bongat shared ployment and improve the
Council last August 16, 2018, Legazpi City this year. in an interview that he was standard of living of the Na-
at the Philippine International In 2015 and 2016, Naga more than glad that for four gueños. - CEPPIO

OMBUDSMAN DROPS CASE . . . NAGA BRACES FOR PEÑAFRANCIA . . .


article about “official negli- dents had any knowledge or ñafrancia Executive Council, includes whether there is a ne-
gence” in the investigation of participation in the establish- including other support com- cessity for a signal jam during
the buy bust conducted by the ment or operation of the drug mittees,” Bongat clarified. the festivity’s major events-
Catanduanes police in a drug laboratory or any illegal drug Naga City Public Safety the Traslacion and fluvial pro-
lab in the town. It was con- activity in their respective ar- Officer (PSO) Renne Gumba cession, ensure that there is
sidered the biggest drug bust eas of jurisdiction.” facilitated the cluster work- a provision of fire and emer-
in the country. “Respondents cannot be shop with focus on key areas gency lanes and prohibition of
Que is listed as the first faulted for failing to earlier for discussion including each non-registered drones during
agency’s inventory of person- the religious events, among
media man killed under the detect the construction and
nel and its available equip- others. -PIAV/Camarines Sur
administration of President establishment of the drug
ment.
Rodrigo Duterte. laboratory since Cua and
His wife later filed a case Laynes assumed office only
“I am happy to note, as a ROSAL CITES . . .
result of the workshop that
against the respondents for after the construction of the our city to make our local
most of the JOC members are
Grave Misconduct and Gross warehouse used as a drug ready to share their resources, tourism sector a dynamic and
Neglect of Duty. laboratory,” it said, adding equipment and manpower competitive industry to pave Ibalong Festival is a yearly PHIVOLCS. . .
The Ombudsman ruled that there is also no proof just to ensure a peaceful and the way for answering the non-religious, folklore-based the volcano’s summit as the
that there was “no evidence that respondents, particularly orderly conduct of the festiv- needs and the desires of our celebration depicting Bicol’s ashes from sudden phreatic
that respondents acted with Sarmiento, “possesses any ity. The clusters also raised visitors in order to give them early beginnings, based on eruption can be hazardous to
manifest partiality, evident knowledge or expertise in concerns that should be ad- more satisfaction as well as the epic written by the late these craft.
bad faith or gross inexcusable the detection of illegal drug dressed by the JOC collec- enjoyment and safety during Professor Merito Espinas that The PHIVOLCS-DOST
negligence.” It added that activity.” tively,” Gumba added. every celebration of our fes- tells of mythical super heroes, also warned residents within
there was also no evidence Complainant could not be Some of the concerns tival," the mayor said. villains, monsters and wild valleys and along riverstream
that showed that “respon- reached for comment. raised during the workshop Meanwhile, he invited city animals in the ancient times. channels to remain vigi-
residents who are seeking em- It is perhaps the only cul- lant “against sediment laden
Food Sector urged to keep pace with Tech ployment to the job fair being
held at Ibalong Centrum as
tural event in the country that
relives an epic, according to
stream flows and lahars in the
event of heavy and prolonged
case their craft. It also aims to by RK Franchise Consultancy, part of the festivities. Mayor Rosal. - (PNA) rainfall.”
By ANA-LIZA S. MACATANGAY
encourage business players, es- Inc. became an instant choice.
PILI, Camarines Sur – pecially those engaged in hotel, Today, the organizers put up
With the advent of the digital resorts, restaurants and food together the following activi-
era, everything should be in outlets to patronize the product ties: Barista Challenge, Mixol-
constant pace with the latest of our local manufacturers and ogy competition and Flaretend-
innovations - - - and the food food producers. ing Exhibition and creative
and beverage sectors are not CSCCI President Enrico cake decorating contest.
spared in this challenge. Evangelista explained that aside The remaining 2 days will
This is the reason why the from promoting the newest focus on bread, pastry and cake
Camarines Sur Chamber of technology on Food and Bever- demo and the culinary competi-
Commerce and Industry, Inc. age (F&B) production, the sum- tion on Bicol’s authentic dishes.
(CSCCI) in partnership with mit also aims to share the rules CSCCI also sponsored the
the Provincial Government of on F&B handling, preservation, 2nd Renewable Energy Sum-
Camarines Sur thru Camarines and processing until it reached mit on August 4 at Vila Del
Sur Governor Miguel “Migz” their ultimate destination and to Rey Function Hall at the Capi-
Villafuerte, spearheaded the its consumers. tol complex in Pili and invited
4-day Food and Beverage Running from August 9 to not only the energy big players
Expo (FABEX) at the Cama- 12, FABEX also showcased a but also the businessmen and
rines Sur Convention Center, line-up of exciting events. homeowners sectors to ensure
here. On its first day, food enthu- that the benefits of using re-
Now on its second day, FA- siasts lined up to listen to the newable energy will be widely
BEX aims to encourage exhibi- lectures of Celebrity Chef San- disseminated to the public.
tors, particularly manufacturers dy Daza and her culinary demo. The talks focused on the res-
of cooking and bakery equip- For those planning to have their idential and commercial uses of
ment and implements to show- own business, a franchise talk Solar Power. -PIAV/CamSur

FABEX 2018 JMTS/RBMJR/MMEC with photos from fb_ProvinceofCamSur


The Camarines Sur Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CSCCI) with full support of the
provincial government of Camarines Sur under Gov. Migz Villafuerte opened the 2nd Food and
Beverage Expo 2018 (FABEX) last August 09-12, 2018 at the Capitol Convention Center, Cadlan,
Pili where local producers and manufacturers, micro, small, and medium food enterprises get
to promote their goods and services to the expo visitors. Celebrity Chef Sandy Daza also came
and did a quick cooking demo utilizing the Bicolano favorite ingredients but adding flavorful
twists to the dishes.
BISCAST opens New Lab
By JAM MADRID and Technology (DOST) CAST’s initiative, being one business endeavor.
Secretary Fortunato T. Dela of the rising state universities “I am really very happy
NAGA CITY --, The Bi- Pena who was invited to be and colleges (SUCs) in this that this is happening right
col State College of Applied the event’s distinguished part of the country for its fo- now. This is another pioneer-
Sciences and Technology guest was joined by DOST V cus on science and technolo- ing program on how manu-
(BISCAST) launched an- Regional Director Tomas B. gy and its continuing effort to facturing and fabrication can
other state of the art fa- Brinas and City Mayor John create a connection between be enhanced in an academic
cility, the first ever in the G. Bongat during the project the academe and the business setting like BISCAST, and I
region - a Manufacturing launch. world to enhance entrepre- believe that the most qualified
and Fabrication Labora- Bongat lauded BIS- neurship, productivity or any (Turn to page 6)
tory dubbed ManFabLab,
Wednesday, August 8, here.
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Sorsogon City Props


drug users’ rehab
drug dependency category
will now be under the care
of LGU Sorsogon City as
MTRC’S partner for a period
of 9-month after care pro-
gram.
“Basically, the DOH
MTRC caters to the resi-
dents, however, with the ad- BISCAST'S NEW MANFABLAB JRM-PIA5/Camarines Sur
vent of tokhang, there were Precision machines of the Manufacturing and Fabrication Laboratory (ManFabLab) at the Bicol
a lot of drug users who sur- State College of Applied Sciences and Technology (BISCAST) which was launched August 8, 2018.

DepEd-Bicol gets
rendered, and most of them
don’t fall in the severe cat-
By MARLON ATUN tient Program (IOP). IOP’s egory, and so, the World
were under the close super- Health Organization came up

new Director
SORSOGON, Sorsogon vision of the Malinao Treat- with a law, which is a joint
City – The City Govern- ment and Rehabilitation memo circular No. 1 series
ment of Sorsogon will take Center (MTRC) in Mali- of 2016. Those with moder-
charge in the second phase nao, Albay. ate substance disorder were
monitoring of 32 drug de- Speaking in behalf of Dr. mentioned there. It says that By CONNIE CALIPAY Camarines Sur. ignated OIC assistant schools
pendents with moderate Teresa C. Inigo, MTRC Chief instead of entering the rehab, Sadsad started his career division superintendent of
of Hospital, Shaira Marise E. they will be admitted at the LEGAZPI CITY --- The in the DepEd as a teacher in Iriga City in 2007 until he got
substance use disorder af-
Letada, RN said that the 32 IOP,” Letada added. Department of Education’s Magarao, Camarines Sur in promoted as assistant region-
ter they finished the first 1988. After 19 years, he rose al director for Bicol in 2014.
clients under the non-severe (Turn to page 6) (DepEd) office in the Bicol
6-month Intensive Outpa- from the ranks and was des- - (PNA)
region has a new director.
Gilbert Sadsad, who pre-

Rosal cites Ibalong Festival gains viously served as regional


director of Mindoro, Marin-
duque, Romblon, Palawan
By EMMANUEL SOLIS (Mimaropa), has replaced Ra-
mon Fiel Abcede.
LEGAZPI CITY – Le- Sadsad said Abcede has
gazpi City Mayor Noel Ro- been reassigned to the DepEd
sal on Monday expressed Central Office as OIC Assis-
gratitude to the city resi- tant Secretary for Finance-
Budget, Project Monitoring
dents for their support that
and Procurement.
resulted in the huge turnout In a press conference
of participants during the Tuesday, Sadsad expressed
opening of the 27th Ibalong his gratitude to the depart-
Festival last Friday, saying ment after it granted his de- NEW DEPED-BICOL CHIEF
it was the biggest atten- sire to lead the region where Newly-installed Department of Education Regional Director
dance so far in the history he began his career. He Gilbert Sadsad meets with local newsmen in a press
of the celebration. lice (PNP), Philippine Navy ing to the city’s central busi- vowed to continue the legacy conference on Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018, at the DepEd regional
Rosal, during his regular (PN), government agencies, ness district and Embarcadero of Abcede, who hails from office in Legazpi City. (PNA photo by Connie Calipay)

Cargo vessel damages coral reef


press conference, said the non-government organiza- de Legazpi. IT ended at the
huge volume of attendees in tions, business group, media boulevard in Barangay Dap-
the opening ceremony was a practitioners, and even local dap, where the formal open-
clear manifestation that the tourists from neighboring ing program of Ibalong Festi-
By MAR SERRANO Sea Transport Corp. based in "Port authorities would not
people of Legazpi are united towns joined and participated val was held. allow them to sail unless the
Guiuan, Eastern Samar, would
and very supportive of the in the opening," the mayor Rosal said Ibalong is the LEGAZPI CITY -- Mari- have to settle first the damages vessel would clear and settle
city’s festival. noted. longest running tourism pro- time authorities has put on it has caused when the vessel all the obligation it has in-
"Some 40,000 locals, who The participants wore put- motion festival in the entire hold Monday the cargo vessel ran aground on Sunday, Rosal curred," Rosal said.
came from all sectors of the ong and colorful costumes Bicol region that expresses that ran aground the shore- said. Fine for damages amount In a phone interview, Ro-
society from students, profes- as they walked and danced warmth and goodwill to all lines of Barangay Arimbay, to PHP665,000, he added. sal said the incident destroyed
sionals, youth, parents, ven- during the six-kilometer float people. destroying a portion of the As a standard practice be- 253 square meters of coral reef
Pasig coral reef in the said fore it is allowed to leave port, situated at the Pasig Reef, 500
dors , city officials, city gov- parade on Friday that started "We are using Ibalong
village, Legazpi City Mayor the vessel has to secure a spe- meters from the shorelines of
ernment employees, barangay in front of the city hall build- Festival as an instrument in Noel Rosal said. cial permit or certification to Barangay Arimbay this city.
leaders, officers and person- ing and passed through main promoting sports tourism in The cargo vessel MV Ger- navigate with the Maritime In- “The amount would be
nel of Philippine National Po- thoroughfare Rizal Street go- (Turn to page 7) malyn, owned by the Lily Gene dustry Authority (MARINA). (Turn to page 6)

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