All New Hino 200 Series Launced in Iloilo: Hino Motors Philippines Corp. launches their newest and lightest truck line, the All-New Hino 200 Series. The 315 and 415 models are the ideal entry-level option for entrepreneurs seeking reliable transport for their businesses. With gross vehicle weights of 3,490 and 3,800 kilograms respectively, the trucks are… Continue reading All New Hino 200 Series Launched in Iloilo
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‘She is Legendary’ for Amóma Group
'She is Legendary' for Amoma Group: Amóma Group, an Iloilo-based events-planning and management team forays into the event industry with 'She is Legendary', a drag event that features the city's finest drag queen on March 26 at the Amnesia Superclub. The event will feature Maxie Andreison, OBar's finest performer. She is also a finalist in… Continue reading ‘She is Legendary’ for Amóma Group
MORE Power Inaugurates Megaworld Substation
MORE Power Inaugurates Megaworld Substation: More Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power Iloilo) recently inaugurated its 30/36 MVA Megaworld Substation. The event was graced by More Power Principal Owner Enrique Razon, Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas, Alliance Global Group Inc CEO Kevin Tan, and More Power President and CEO Roel Castro, among others. MORE Power,… Continue reading MORE Power Inaugurates Megaworld Substation
Iloilo City: Creative City of Gastronomy
Iloilo City for 'Creative City of Gastronomy': Iloilo City has expressed its intention to re-apply as a Creative City of Gastronomy of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), after its first attempt in 2021. Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas has sought the support and endorsement of UNESCO National Commission of the Philippines… Continue reading Iloilo City: Creative City of Gastronomy
LG Laundry Lounge Iloilo
LG Laundry Lounge Launched in Iloilo: The LG Smart Laundry Lounge Express Clean Shop, located at CLK Building, Corner Jereos St., and Gustillo St., in La Paz, Iloilo City, was launched last March 15 together with its Laundry App. It is LG's second laundry lounge in the country and highlights commercial laundry equipment composed of… Continue reading LG Laundry Lounge Iloilo
Iloilo Critics Circle | Iloilo Art Review
Iloilo Art Review: The Iloilo Critics Circle (ICC) will launch the maiden issue of the Iloilo Art Review, an art journal jointly published by the ICC and Kasingkasing Press, on March 18, 2023, 5:00 p.m., at Mamusa Gallery in Festive Walk, Megaworld. Envisioned to come out every year, the journal contains articles on art spaces… Continue reading Iloilo Critics Circle | Iloilo Art Review
Regus Festive Walk Iloilo
Regus Festive Walk Iloilo: Workspace solutions Regus opens a business center in Iloilo with the intent to 'help businesses find the right way to work'. The development was made possible by the International Workspace Group (IWG), in partnership with AppleOne Properties, Inc. Official. Regus Iloilo is eyed to be one of the most sought-after business… Continue reading Regus Festive Walk Iloilo
A Tribute to the Philippine Jeepney
A Tribute to the Philippine Jeepney: Adobo Magazine called the Filipino jeepney the 'king of the road'. Culture Trip cited it as a 'national symbol'. Now facing an impending phaseout, let us look back on the Filipino jeepney and how it has embedded itself into the country's culture and identity. Background and History Jeepneys have… Continue reading A Tribute to the Philippine Jeepney
600 Job Openings in Iloilo City
600 Job Openings in Iloilo City: The Iloilo City Public Employment Service Office (PESO), in partnership with Jobstreet, generated a listing of more than 600 job openings in Iloilo City (Update as of February 2023). Jobstreet, an online platform for employers and applicants, provides access to manpower and employment opportunities. The Jobstreet Microsite is accessible… Continue reading 600 Job Openings in Iloilo City
Iloilo City Pushes Responsible Parenthood
Iloilo City Pushes Responsible Parenthood: The Iloilo City Population Office (CPO) conducted a “Family Planning in the Workplace” orientation to forty-three (43) Iloilo City Hall employees last February 14, 2023. The activity is seen as an effective approach to educating employees on responsible parenthood, family planning (FP), and its benefits, as well as debunking myths… Continue reading Iloilo City Pushes Responsible Parenthood
Ilonggo Art Book to Launch Soon
Ilonggo Art Book to Launch Soon: The Iloilo City Government and Iloilo Festivals Foundation Inc. (IFFI) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the launch of the official Ilonggo art book "Art in the Heart of the Philippines" on Wednesday, January 4. Iloilo City Mayor Jerry P. Treñas and First Lady Rosalie led the MOA… Continue reading Ilonggo Art Book to Launch Soon
MORE Power Gives Back to Community
Update as of February 2021: MORE Power Blood Donation Drive. The demand for blood supply for hospitals in the City and Province of Iloilo never stops, demanding a continued campaign for blood donations, especially in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic. This was emphasized by Gilbert Paul Valderrama, administrator of the Philippines Red Cross (PRC)… Continue reading MORE Power Gives Back to Community
Iloilo City Gets Spot for DRM International Training
Iloilo City Gets Spot for DRM International Training: Iloilo City Government congratulates Lester Mark Carnaje of Public Information Office (PIO), and Fhannie Laine Abella and Sharry Ledesma of the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) for having been selected to participate in Cycle 5 of the International Training Program in Disaster Risk Management… Continue reading Iloilo City Gets Spot for DRM International Training
Residential Development Asterra to Rise in Iloilo
Residential Development Asterra to Rise in Iloilo: Many people aspire for the perks of condo living in a bustling city where modern conveniences abound, while others prefer a quiet life in the countryside, far from the din and pollution of vehicular traffic. These days, however, savvy home seekers know that a happy medium exists: suburban… Continue reading Residential Development Asterra to Rise in Iloilo
Iloilo City Moves to Contain ASF
Iloilo City Moves to Contain ASF: Iloilo City Government has put in place quarantine measures within the 500-meter radius of its first-recorded African Swine Fever (ASF) case in Zone 5, Brgy. Tacas in Jaro district. Mayor Jerry P. Treňas received the report from the Department of Agriculture that out of 17 samples, one tested positive… Continue reading Iloilo City Moves to Contain ASF
Iloilo City is 2022 Gawad Kalasag Awardee
Iloilo City is 2022 Gawad Kalasag Awardee: Iloilo City was awarded "Beyond Compliant" of the 22nd Gawad Kalasag Seal for Excellence in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) and Humanitarian Assistance for Local DRRM Councils and Offices given by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). Mayor Jerry P. Treñas credited the City… Continue reading Iloilo City is 2022 Gawad Kalasag Awardee
Livelihood Aid for the Ilonggos
Livelihood Aid for the Ilonggos: BRAC International, a leading nonprofit organization that aims to empower people and communities in situations of poverty, illiteracy, disease, and social injustice, is celebrating its 50 years. Some of its initiatives in empowering marginalized people and helping them conquer extreme poverty are its Education Program, Ultra Poor Graduation Initiative, and… Continue reading Livelihood Aid for the Ilonggos
Treñas Graduates from Asia Pacific Mayors Academy
Treñas Graduates from Asia Pacific Mayors Academy: Iloilo City Mayor Jerry P. Treñas is now a fellow and a part of the elite roster of local chief executives from Asia and the Pacific who have successfully completed the almost 6-month Mayors Academy of the United Nations (UN) Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the… Continue reading Treñas Graduates from Asia Pacific Mayors Academy
Realme Mobile Legends Cup Regional Wars Goes to VisMin
Realme Mobile Legends Cup Regional Wars Goes to VisMin: Following the announcement of the first-ever Realme Mobile Legends Cup Regional Wars, Realme, the PH's number 1 smartphone brand for 6 consecutive quarters (based on IDC's Q2 2022 sell-in report), kicked off the RMC Regional Wars in Baguio last September 22. The event was hosted by… Continue reading Realme Mobile Legends Cup Regional Wars Goes to VisMin
Iloilo City Elected to Executive Board of CityNet
Iloilo City Elected to Executive Board of CityNet: Iloilo City has been elected to the Executive Board of CityNet during its recently-concluded congress in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Mayor Jerry Treñas represents the metropolis in the hopes of bringing honor and pride to the Ilonggos in an excellent avenue to highlight the city's progressive accomplishments. “I… Continue reading Iloilo City Elected to Executive Board of CityNet