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Environment advocates planted 3,600 mangrove propagules in Barangay Latasan, EB Magalona in Negros Occidental on Saturday, October 15.The activity was part of the “Sidlak sa Latasan,” a mangrove growing project of BPI BAYAN Negros Occidental, in partnership with two fisherfolk associations: Barangay Latasan Fisherfolks Association (BALAFA) and Barangay Latasan Small Fisherfolks Association (BALASFA).Other participants in Saturday’s activity were Barangay Latasan officials, headed by Punong Barangay Luisito Jomen, Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)- E. B. Magalona, YES-O teachers and Grade 11 students of E. B. Magalona National High School, LGBT Community of E. B. Magalona, and the Philippine Coast Guard.“Sidlak sa Lat...

The E. B. Magalona Police Station joined the rest of the Philippine National Police (PNP) forces in the simultaneous nationwide launching of the Revitalized PNP KASIMBAYANAN at the town’s Public Plaza Wednesday, Oct. 12.KASIMBAYANAN, which stands for “KApulisan, SIMBAhan at PamaYANAN,” provides an interplay among the three important sectors by transforming the PNP members as community-based bridge-builders to increase community involvement in preempting, preventing, and solving crimes, a press release from EB Magalona said.The highlight of the ceremonies was the Signing of the Pledge of Commitment, where participants promised to “commit to support and promote a synergized partnership, as we strive to bridge gaps and build stronger ties by working closely together to proactively add...

Murcia, led by Mayor Gerry Rojas, Vice Mayor Johnny Reosura, and Sangguniang Bayan members and department heads, renew sisterhood ties with the Baguio City led by its Mayor Benjamin B. Magalong, Vice Mayor Faustino A. Olowan and Sangguniang Panlungsod members *The Municipality of Murcia, led by Mayor Gerry Rojas and Vice Mayor Johnny Reosura, together with Sangguniang Bayan Members and department heads, renewed the sisterhood ties with the City of Baguio, led by its Mayor Benjamin B. Magalong, ViceMayor Faustino A. Olowan, Sangguniang Panlungsod Members and department heads.The renewal of the Memorandum of Agreement, which was initially signed between the two Local Government Units in June 1, 2006, was conducted October 7 at the Baguio Country Club, Baguio City, as part of the trip...

The Municipality of E.B. Magalona welcomes guests and visitors to its Pavilion at the “MassKara sa Panaad” today [Oct. 10] until Sunday [Oct. 16].The E.B. Magalona Pavilion showcases the town’s seafood, including the famous blue crabs, as well as its crafts and products during the weeklong activity.The municipality is regarded as “The Blue Crab Capital of Negros Occidental.”Mayor Marvin Malacon said residents of E. B. Magalona can avail of a 10-percent discount from the seafood and other products at the pavilion.“Pamasyaran ta ang MassKara sa Panaad. Suportahan ta ang MassKara sa Panaad kag ibalik ang Yuhum sa Bacolod,” Malacon said.ATTRACTIONSAttractions in the Pavilion include replicas of the Municipal Hall, Tomongtong Mangrove Eco-Trail, Canlusong Falls, and the former f...

Leading telemedicine platform KonsultaMD and the country’s most beloved books and supplies retail chain National Book Store are all set to ensure that students are physically and mentally fit as they return to face-to-face classes.For every minimum purchase of P299 at National Book Store, consumers can get a free one-month KonsultaMD health plan for up to five family members. This promo is available in over 214 NBS branches, as well as Art Bar and Kids Ink stores nationwide.As a special offer, KonsultaMD is also giving away a complimentary Mental Health session with a licensed psychologist for every minimum purchase of P499 in any Art Bar branch. This intends to address mental health issues and burnout among students.“As classes slowly transition to in-person interactions, ther...

The newly-elected officers of National Movement of the Young Legislators Negros Occidental.*Derek Palanca FB page photoVictorias City, Negros Occidental, Councilor Derek Palanca was elected provincial chairman of the National Movement of Young Legislators during its provincial and regional elections at Acacia Hotel in Bacolod City, Wednesday, October 5.NMYL is a group of elected local lawmakers in the Philippines aged 40 and below who hold elective positions in the legislative branch such as municipal/city councilor, municipal/city vice mayor, provincial board member, and provincial vice governor. It unites young legislators to develop committed, strong, and principled leaders among the youth in the legislative.“I thank our newly elected officers and our fellow young legislator...

The E. B. Magalona Team composed of Municipal Human Resource Management Officer Isabel Armila Patrata, Municipal Legal Officer Saviya Basille Albestor, and Executive Assistant Debbie Ann Monte (l-r).*EBM PIO photoThe Municipality of E. B. Magalona clinched the champion’s trophy in the Municipal/City Category of the LG (Local Governance) Quizzard held at Robinsons Place Bacolod on Tuesday, October 4.The team was composed of Municipal Legal Officer Saviya Basille Albestor, Municipal Human Resource Management Officer Isabel Armila Patrata, and Executive Assistant to the Mayor Debbie Ann Monte, a press release from EB Magalona said.Mayor Marvin Malacon congratulated the team, saying, “Your win simply shows we have the best people in our municipal government.”“Our town has a lot...