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Wars of ancient history were about possessions, territory, power, control, family, betrayal, lover's quarrel, politics and sometimes religion.

But we are in the Modern era and supposedly more educated and enlightened .

Think about this. Don't just brush off these questions.

  • Why is RELIGION still involved in WARS? Isn't religion supposed to be about PEACE?
  • Ask yourself; What religion always campaign to have its religious laws be accepted as government laws, always involved in wars and consistently causing WARS, yet insists that it's a religion of peace?

WHY??

There are only two kinds of people who teach tolerance:
  1. The Bullies. They want you to tolerate them so they can continue to maliciously deprive you. Do not believe these bullies teaching tolerance, saying that it’s the path to prevent hatred and prejudice.
  2. The victims who are waiting for the right moment to retaliate. They can’t win yet, so they tolerate.
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Angeles City

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AC, PNP conduct LTOPF caravan

(Angeles CIO)

ANGELES CITY – The city government here in cooperation with the Philippine National Police Regional Civil Security Unit 3 (PNP-RCSU3) steered a caravan for the registration and renewal of License to Own and Possess Firearms (LTOPF) held Friday at the city hall grounds.

The caravan was organized by the Office of the City Mayor and the PNP-RCSU to usher the services of the police to the community and further the objective of Republic Act 10591 or the “Comprehensive Firearm and Ammunition Regulation Act”, which upholds the right of an individual to self-defense using firearm, within reasonable means.

Assistant Chief of the RCSU3, Police Superintendent Omer C. Cuadro, reminded that gun enthusiasts and owners are required to secure a license to legalize their possession of firearms.

Registrants were ushered through the process, which composed of a Drug Test, a Neuro-Psychiatric test, Gun Safety certification and the issuance of Police or Directorate for Intelligence (DI) Clearance.

Representatives from the Mountain Clark Firing Range also conducted a Gun Safety seminar for civilian registrants.

For his part, Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan stressed the relevance of self-defense, while maintaining peace and order in the city.

“These measures uphold the right to security, and must work for, instead of against, the city’s peace and order; you should remain wise stewards of these firearms,” Mayor Pamintuan reminded the applicants.

Registrants who successfully completed the process will receive a confirmation of their licenses after 7 to 10 working days.

Apl.de.ap mentors youth, scholars in Pampanga about the creative industry

By Cody Cepeda (Content Strategist, INQUIRER.net / JB)

It’s a heartwarming sight that despite the multiple Grammy Awards, countless of hits and worldwide fame, Apl.de.ap of the beloved hip hop group Black Eyed Peas still stays true to his Kapampangan roots.

Apl.de.ap, born Allan Pineda Lindo, has always been open about his humble beginnings, growing up in a remote barangay in Angeles City where he helped his grandfather plant and sell crops, and look after their carabao.

He was born clinically blind and got treatment for his eye condition at the United States, thanks to the Pearl S. Buck Foundation. At 14, he left his hometown of Angeles City for another city of angels, this time Los Angeles, California where he resided with Joe Ben Hudgens, his sponsor and eventually adoptive father.

These days, Apl.de.ap is paying the goodwill forward, as he returned to Pampanga earlier this year to contribute something to the country’s creative industry. Through his namesake foundation, Apl.de.ap is now using his resources and influence to advocate for and groom the creative scene.

The initiative, called the Creative Innovators Programme, has since come to fruition with the help of the British Council, Thames International Business School and the Department of Trade Industry. Apl.de.ap will be providing 20 scholarships to college students, and 20 more slots for professional diplomas to working professionals every year, for the next five years.

Recently, Apl.de.ap took to his Instagram account to share to his fans that he is in the country, by posting a group picture with his scholars.

“Sapang Bato represent! #education #scholars #pride,” wrote Apl.de.ap on Sept. 9, referring to the Sapangbato baranggay in Angeles.

Apl.de.ap arrived in the country over the weekend for the mentorship event of Mentor Me On Wheels. The event was held last Sept. 7 at the Marquee Mall in Angeles City and offered one-on-one mentorship from professionals of various fields in the creative industry such as music, film, photography drama, publishing and graphic design, among others.

Last Sept. 8, Apl.de.ap shared on his Facebook page a photo of him mentoring a young individual during the event.

“It was great to provide some mentorship on how to make it in the music industry,” wrote Apl.de.ap. “It was even more great to see Pampanga again. Let’s use creativity to build a better Philippines!”

It was great to provide some mentor ship on how to make it in the music industry. It was even more great to see Pampanga again. Let’s use creativity to build a better Philippines! #cpo #creativity #design

Apl.de.ap also paid homage to his mother, Cristina, who raised him and his six younger siblings as a single mother, when his African-American father deserted the family after his birth.

“Being home means getting to see Mom,” wrote Apl.de.ap.

Philanthropy isn’t something new to Apl.de.ap. In the past, he partnered with one of the top children’s hospitals in the United States to help save infants from blindness. He, too, has donated medical equipment to the Southern Philippines Medical Center in 2015 to better help in diagnosing eye conditions among newborns.

“I am legally blind that’s why this campaign is very close to my heart,” Apl.de.ap shared then.

Aside from his charity, Apl.de.ap also champions Filipino culture abroad. Last 2016, Apl.de.ap paraded the iconic Sarao jeepney in New York City to celebrate Philippine Independence Day, much to the joy of fellow Filipinos in the Big Apple.

Widus Foundation donates wheelchairs to PDAO

By ERIKA MARIEL GINES

WIDUS Foundation Inc., (WFI) has recently donated 133 wheelchairs to the Persons with Disability Affairs Office of Angeles City (PDAO AC).

“The objective of the WFI Wheelchair Program is to improve the mobility, health, educational and economic opportunities of indigent people with physical disabilities. By closely working with local organizations, WFI seeks to empower the community by extending help in improving the quality of life of its neighbors –especially to those who need it most. Rest assured that our commitment to the PWD sector will not end here,” Neki Liwanag, WFI executive director, said.

The turnover was led by Liwanag, WFI manager Ronnel Golimlim, and Widus marketing manager Sheryl Mamangun together with Angeles City Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan, Councilor Jay Sangil, Vice Mayor Bryan Nepomuceno, Councilor Edu Pamintuan and PDAO AC Officer in Charge Philip Pelayo.

Liwanag also shared that a total of 238 wheelchairs were purchased by WFI, 133 of which were given to PDAO AC, benefiting indigent PWDs in 33 barangays including three resettlement areas in Angeles City. The remaining 105 wheelchairs will then be contributed to DSWD Pampanga to cater to 19 municipalities.

Pamintuan lauded the foundation’s initiative to help enhance the quality of life of Angelenos through its generous donation to the PWD community.

“We’d like to thank Widus for always supporting Angeles City with outstanding projects that will surely go a long way. I hope this could inspire other private sectors to take action and emulate this. Let us take good care of our PWDs,” the city mayor added.

The WFI project is part of the charity arm’s health advocacy program which aims to significantly help improve the welfare of PWDs. Thus, enabling them to progress as an individual and lead a better quality of life.

Attempt to break world record to happen in Clark

By REYNALDO G. NAVALES

AN ATTEMPT to break the Guinness World Records title for the longest single line bicycle parade will happen in Clark Freeport on October 28, 2018.

Trinx Bikes, one of the leading brands of bikes in the country partnered with Clark Development Corporation (CDC), Department of Tourism (DOT), CST Tires International, and National Bicycle Organization to unite the whole cycling industry in the country and participate in breaking the current record of Bangladesh in the longest single line of moving bicycles which consists of 1,186 cyclists.

More than the mission of achieving the title, the event also encourages the participants to voluntarily donate to their chosen beneficiaries which include Hospicio de San Jose.

In a statement on their website, One Trinity president Jerry Tiu said that more than the pride that the title will bring to our country, it gives chance to every Filipino to take part in creating history and at the same time help those people in need.

“Doing this event, we give chance to everybody to be part of a history not just for himself but to be proud as a Filipino, to give pride to the Philippines and to help for a cause,” Tiu said.

The said event is for free and encourages various organizations of bikes and cycling enthusiasts to pre-register on their official website at www.trinx.com.ph.

Angeles City launches Kapampangan pop song festival 2018

(PR)

THE Angeles City Government, through the Angeles City Tourism Office (ACTO) in partnership with the Culture and Arts Council of Angeles (CACA) and the Angeles University Foundation (AUF) Center for Culture, launched the “Kapampangan Pop Song Festival 2018,” a songwriting competition promoting the use of Kapampangan language.

The competition is open to all Kapampangan songwriters aged 18 to 40 years old. The entry should be an original composition of the songwriter, and must be written in Kapampangan with the theme “lugud” or love.

The Kapampangan pop song festival aims to preserve the Kapampangan language, while harnessing the talents of songwriters. The competition is also geared towards fostering friendship among Angeles City’s neighboring towns and cities.

“This city has become a benchmark of heritage and culture, owing to the pride of our independent artists who take it upon themselves to conserve and revive our beautiful Kapampangan culture,” said Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan.

Deadline for the submission of entries is on October 5, 2018 at the AUF Center for Culture or at the CACA Office located at the second floor of the Angeles City Library and Information Center.

Finalists will be announced on October 13 and will be advancing to the Grand Finals slated on December 11 at the AUF Sports and Cultural Center.

The overall champion will receive a cash prize of P75,000, first and second runner ups will receive P60,000 and P50,000, respectively. The best interpreter and the remaining finalists will receive P10,000.

Song entry requirements and mechanics may also be accessed in ACTO’s official website, www.angelescitytourism.ph.

Foundation, Angeles ink pact for establishment of KCHC

By ERIKA MARIEL GINES

WIDUS Foundation Inc. (WFI) forged a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with the Angeles City local government for the establishment of a Kapampangan Cultural Heritage Center (KCHC) at the city mayor’s office on Monday, September 3.

The agreement was signed by WFI executive director Neki Liwanag, Angeles City Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan, and Angeles City Librarian Mila Narsing.

Liwanag said that the signing of the MOA will formalize and strengthen the foundation’s advocacy to restore, promote, and sustain Kapampangan culture.

“Championing and preserving the Kapampangan language, arts, and heritage is one of the foundation’s long-term commitments to the community. By further strengthening a place which fosters free access of information and promotes learning, we are able to nurture, share, and develop our local culture not only for today’s society but also for the generations to come,” Liwanag shared.

Strategically located in the heart of the city, the cultural heritage hub will be sited at the second floor of the Angeles City Library and Information Center (ACLIC) where a modern Information and Technology Center will also stand.

Describing the project as a means of “revolutionizing the way of learning”, Pamintuan expressed his gratitude to the foundation’s continuous educational efforts focused on enriching the community.

“We are glad to have projects like this that support the unofficial renaissance of the city. If it wasn’t for Widus and the volunteer artists’ dedication, there might not have been a notable improvement in the area,” the city mayor added.

Pamintuan also gladly announced that Angeles City is now one of the leading communities in terms of arts and cultural heritage restoration as exemplified by the city’s three-time winning streak in the Department of Tourism (DOT) Pearl Award.

He also envisions the local library’s development to positively impact the community especially the youth.

“This one will surely make a dent on the sustainability of Kapampangan heritage,” he said.

Pampanga LGUs urged to craft strategic plans

(NCS)

LOCAL government units (LGUs) in Pampanga must play the long-term game and be more strategic, according to a top businessman in the province.

Jess Nicdao, president of the Pampanga Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PamCham), said that local government units must shift their gear to longer and more strategic plans to maximize the influx of investments in the province.

"Our LGUs must leave the old practice behind and take a new tack in luring investors to their localities," he said during a forum with members of the Capampangan in Media, Inc. (CAMI) at the Bale-Balita in Clark Freeport over the weekend.

Nicdao noted that LGUs are used to having shorter plans that are usually abandoned when a new mayor is elected.

"There is no continuity so investors are less confident in dealing with the LGUs,” he said.

He said the LGU plan must include infrastructure and traffic management.

"Local officials must able to project what's going to happen and what's going to be needed, say five to ten years from now," he said.

Nicdao noted that there is an influx of investments in the countryside which must be taken advantage of by local governments to boost local employment and uplift the standard of living.

He also urged local officials to tailor their plans according to the Megalopolis Plan of Speaker Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, which is based on the local products and resources of every town in every district of Pampanga.

"It's based on a masterplan commissioned by the provincial government and is a very good one," Nicdao said.

Meanwhile, Nicdao said he is in favor of reviewing the draft Constitution to provide safety features on the economy before any shift on federalism is made as pointed by business leaders and economic managers.

"We're safe that way," he said.

Nicdao, who is on his second term as PamCham president, bared that the chamber has already pushed for several projects in line with further promoting Pampanga as an investors’ destination.

“Under the leadership of PamCham chairman emeritus Levy [Laus], we’ll continue this advocacy,” Nicdao said.

Kko Kko now open at SM City Clark

By ERIKA MARIEL GINES

WHEN you think of Korean food, the usual Samgyupsal on the grill comes to mind. But there’s more to it than that, and one of the Metro’s well-loved Korean restaurant chains, Kko Kko, is determined to redefine the way Kapampangans see and experience Korean cuisine.

Uniquely named after the way how chicken cuckoos in Korea, Kko Kko (pronounced as Ku-Ku), on Friday, August 31, opened its 8th branch at SM City Clark. The newest branch is the dining hub’s first branch outside Manila, according to its owner, renowned TV personality Grace Lee.

“We decided to branch out in Pampanga primarily for the reason that the province is very close to my heart and the fact that Kapampangans are hardcore foodies,” she said.

“Through this expansion, my team and I are committed to elevate the Korean food experience of our valued customers through offering a wide range of Korean dishes that are simultaneously traditional yet modern,” she added.

She highlighted that Kko Kko takes pride of its authentic Korean chicken dishes, that her mother Song Soon Ill has passed on to her. She said that she added some twists to further improve their family’s heirloom recipes.

“We actually specialize in Korean chicken, because when my mom, who is the real purveyor of Kko Kko, realized that while the country is rife with Korean restos, they serve very limited choices of food like chicken, which can be cooked and served in variety of unique and delicious ways,” she explained.

“Here at Kko Kko, we offer out-of-the-box dishes that can satisfy even the most discerning diners. For starters, we have our best-selling Chicken Cheese Fondue, which will surely delight everyone’s taste bud with its boneless chicken chunks tossed in Yang Nyum sauce of your choice, French fries, and homemade onion rings that you can dip in a bread bowl full of melted mozzarella cheese,” she continued.

Aside from the superbly cheesy treat, the passionate restaurateur shared that it is highly-recommended to sample Kko Kko’s signature chicken fares available in six variants: Original, Yang Nyum, Snow, Chicken Popcorn, Padak, and Boneless Chicken Melt. Samgyetang or Chicken Ginseng Soup, considered a power food by most Koreans for its health benefits, is also a must-try.

Moreover, Lee said that Kko Kko’s menu is also filled with selection of Korean street food. Among others, the Tteokbokki is not to miss. It is a mix of ramen noodles with a savory broth filled with ricecakes, fishcakes, cabbage, leeks, and cheese. Customers can choose from three different flavors: Original, Creamy, and Bul (2X Spicy).

Crowd-pleasers and classic favorites like Bibimbap, Beef Bulgogi, Samgyupsal BBQ, Kimchi Jijigae, Japchae, Kimbap, and Rabokki sets are also available.

To complete the ultimate Korean food trip, Lee said that the Kko Kko also offers Bingsu in four delectable flavors: Red Bean, Coffee, Banana, and Peach Cheesecake. In addition, customers can also opt for another refreshing treat, the Soju Slush, a Soju cocktail infused with sweet and tangy Melona-inspired flavors such as Salted Caramel, Strawberrt, Melon, Banana, and Yakult.

College, Smart to develop 1st Kapampangan literacy app

By REYNALDO G. NAVALES (PR)

THE City College of Angeles (CCA) and Smart Communications have partnered to develop the first-ever Kapampangan learning application.

The mobile app, which will be named “Singsing” (based on the Kapampangan folk song), will feature native contents like the Kapampangan indigenous script, numbers, songs and stories designed for Kindergarten up to Grade 3 learners.

“The coming up of the ‘Singsing’ is basically based on the thrust of the government to promote mother tongue-based learning,” said Darwin Flores, Smart Communications’ head for Community Partnerships.

Under the project, the Sídduan ning Ámánang Kabiasnang Kapampángan (Institute for Kapampángan Cultural Heritage) will give focus on the content, while Smart and CCA will lead the technical aspect of the application, which includes graphic design, animation, storyboarding and digitization.

CCA president Dr. Richard Daenos said that the project solidifies not only CCA’s but the city’s commitment in promoting the use of the Amanung Sisuan through digital learning.

Angeles City Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan emphasized the project as a good way to utilize technology especially now that almost everything is digital.

“We should not compromise our culture and heritage in this digital age. In fact, these should work hand in hand to strengthen basic education learning through the mother-tongue,” said Pamintuan.

Daenos and Flores finally signed the memorandum of understanding during the kickoff on Thursday at the Newpoint Mall, and in celebration of the Aldo ning Amanung Sisuan.

The application is expected to be fully uploaded and accessible through Google Play for free in November 2019.

Quest Clark receives TripAdvisor award

By REYNALDO G. NAVALES

CLARK FREEPORT -- Quest Plus and Conference Center Clark has received an excellence award from TripAdvisor, a world-renowned travel website.

General Manager Patrick Beck said Quest Plus Clark is elated to share that it has received the Certificate of Excellence from the American travel website.

TripAdvisor is a platform for travelers to share honest reviews, feedbacks and travel-related comments about hotels, restaurants, and tourist spots around the world.

The TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence lauds hospitality businesses that deliver consistent excellent service.

The award is presented to 10 of the total number of business entities registered in the travel website.

Despite its ongoing renovations, Quest Plus Clark has proven that the inconveniences will not deter the staff and management in providing quality service to its guests and clients, said Beck.

Customer service is the driving force behind the certification and this is what the management plans to continuously improve, he added.

“With the upcoming launching of the Mequeni, the hotel’s iconic all-day dining restaurant; eQuinox, a fitness center which offers cross fit and various training equipment; and holiday promotions and packages in the offing, there is certainly more to look forward,” Beck said.

“Our quest for excellent service doesn’t end here. This Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor inspired us to do more and we are very excited for what is yet to come,” he added.

SAP Bong Go keynotes 69th Pampanga Press Club Anniversary

By Marie Joy L. Simpao

CLARK FREEPORT ZONE, Pampanga (PIA) -- Special Assistant to the President Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go keynoted Wednesday(August 29) the 69th Founding Anniversary of the Pampanga Press Club and the 2nd anniversary of its online news portal iOrbit.

In his speech, Go highlighted the significant contribution of the organization and its members in delivering news to the public and in developing their ideas.

“In its almost seven decades of existence, Pampanga Press Club has welcomed and nurtured respected names in journalism, thus its impact on the social and political landscape of the province and even of the country cannot be disregarded,” he said.

Go also commended the press club for being able to come up and sustain its online portal.

“Being in the world wide web shows that you are dynamic and innovative. You embrace technology and adapt to the times so that you can continue serving the public,” he added.

In his message, he also said that while the government and media have different views most of the time, he believes that he was invited because the press club wants an honest and open relationship with the government.

“We support you in your pursuit for truth within the boundaries of the law. We will provide you with all the information and assistance that you need. The government fully supports and protects you. In fact, we have a task force against media killings,” he said.

In closing, he challenged the Kapampangan journalists to continue with their programs and projects to benefit both the public and their profession.

The celebration bears the theme “Informing the Public through Responsible Journalism”. (CLD/MJLS-PIA 3)

SM City Clark hosts Dream Themes 2018

By ERIKA MARIEL GINES

SM CITY Clark and Philippine-based magazine Wedding Essentials, over the weekend launched the Pampanga-leg of Dream Themes 2018, a bridal roadshow featuring the province’s talented event stylists and designers.

SM City Clark assistant mall manager Ryan Pamintuan shared that the mall is privileged to host for the first time the acclaimed event which will run until Friday, September 7.

“It is our pleasure to welcome here at SM City Clark, the first provincial leg of Dream Themes, a pioneering series of wedding exposition which showcases luxe tablescapes, classic and avant-garde bridal wear, and other wedding suppliers, bringing it closer to shoppers, and inspiring them in creating their own dream weddings,” he said.

“We are honored to partner with the premier wedding magazine in the country, the Wedding Essentials, in celebrating the Filipino ingenuity and creativity through the vision of our very own Kapampangan event stylists and sought-after designers,” he added.

Included in this year’s line up of exhibitors are stylists Pancho Pantig of Plumeria, Janette Garbes of The Flower Garden, Allen Uy and JP de Jesus of Blooms 2710, Badang Rueda of Victorian Blooms; designers Mich Viray, Jojo Macapinlac, Frederic Policarpio, Glen Canlas; cake suppliers The Cake Giant, Bread O’Baking, For Heaven’s Cake by by A, Guilty Pleasures by Finn; and renowned event coordinator Voltaire Zalamea.

Moreover, SM affiliates SM Home and SM Gift Registry are also part of the expo, offering soon-to-weds and their guests a wide selection of accessories and wedding gifts.

Wedding Essentials editor-in-chief Kitten Zapata noted that she values SM City Clark’s support for the annual wedding fair.

“We’re very happy to partner with SM’s Regional Group here, they are very accommodating and we are grateful to them for giving us the opportunity to gather the emerging and up-and-coming wedding professionals in the province,” she relayed.

“Personally, I love Pampanga and I really admire the works of the Kapampangans. We’re very proud to promote them as it is really our thrust to help local suppliers and recommend their creations and services for future grooms and brides,” she concluded.

Bizman cites RFC help to local economy, tourism

By REYNALDO G. NAVALES

ANGELES CITY -- Businessman Rene Romero has cited the contribution of the recently-concluded Rain Forest Challenge (RFC) Global Series Philippines four-wheel drive race to the local economy and tourism.

Romero, who is also the event chairman of the RFC Global Series Philippines, said the event has given participants, including their families and friends, the opportunity to visit and see Pampanga, which became the venue of the race for two consecutive years.

“We were able to contribute to our tourism and economy because there were 236 cars that went to Clark Freeport on the first day alone. About 180 on the second day and about 120 on the third and fourth day,” Romero said.

The 4X4 off-road competition was held last August 24 to 27 in Mabalacat City and the towns of Porac, Floridablanca and Arayat.

Romero thanked Clark Development Corporation (CDC) and Petron for sponsoring the four-day event.

“We are very happy that the recently-concluded RFC Championship in the Philippines was very successful. There was a big improvement compared to last year’s event,” Romero said.

Romero at the same time lauded the local government units for supporting the Philippine leg of the sports event.

“Our mayors, Cris Garbo of Mabalacat; Carling Dela Cruz of Porac; Darwin Manalansan of Floridablanca and most especially Mayor Bon Alejandrino of Arayat, the most supportive local government unit for the past two years,” Romero said.

Using his Toyota Land Cruiser, Randy Sobrepena of the Pampanga Off-Roaders Club Incorporated (Porci) emerged as winner among the 46 competitors, according to Romero.

Romero said Sobrepena, together with the other winners and the RFC Philippine team, will be sent to Malaysia in November this year for the RFC international competition.

“We want to send a Pinoy team of off-roaders to the Malaysia challenge, which is a gathering of international off-roaders,” Romero said.

The RFC Global Series Philippines and sports magazine had featured the race venues in Pampanga, according to him.

“This is one way of helping the government and the people marketing our place. We are promoting our province in terms of sports tourism. I am very happy that the organizing committee of RFC Philippines, headed by Robbie Consunji, selected our area as the venue for two straight years,” Romero said.

PDI hosts 2nd Google local guides photowalk in Angeles

(SunStar Pampanga)

THE Pampanga Digital Influencers (PDI), a Pampanga-based group of bloggers, photographers, and social media influencers, in partnership with Google Business Group Pampanga, over the weekend conducted its second “Google Local Guides Photowalk” dubbed “Ikadwa”.

PDI co-founder Armela Patalud, during the activity held at Nepo Center in Angeles City, shared that the event aims to help promote the different business establishments in the area by updating their existing information on Google.

“This is actually the second wave of our Google Local Guides Photowalk, wherein we help people and Google by adding, modifying, and reviewing places so that others who are Googling these ventures can get the best and most up-to-date information on them,” she explained.

“During our first Photowalk session held last August 21, we focused on various restaurants and dining outlets at the Nepo Quad 1. After the success of our first event, we then decided and realized that we need to also feature and update information of tenants in and around Newpoint, Nepo Mart, and the Quad,” she added.

During the Ikadwa, over 50 participants composed of photography enthusiasts and university students were divided into smaller groups. Their photos and gathered contact details of the local business units were then uploaded and updated on the Google search engine.

“It is very important that we organize this kind of activity that helps us expose what Angeles City and Pampanga in general is all about. It’s the same reason why we are planning to regularly host this event, maybe twice a month, so that we could scour other areas here in the province,” she noted.

Patalud then disclosed that PDI is set to hold a charity dinner this coming September.

“We are anticipating that this will be our biggest event this year, which will also be in collaboration with Google Business Group Pampanga. The charity dinner will feature heritage dishes and Kapampangan heirloom recipes that we aspire to promote and preserve,” she concluded.

Angeles City celebrates International Youth Day

(PR)

THE Angeles City Government headed by Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan through the Angeles City Youth and Development Office (ACYDO) kicked off this year’s celebration of International Youth Day along with youth organizations and supporters gathered at the City Hall on Monday, August 13.

ACYDO head Patrick Cura said the office mandates every youth organization and the young community to help provide a “Safe Space for Youth,” in line with this year’s theme.

A fun-filled celebration dubbed as “Linggo ng Kabataan” is set up in cooperation with the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) headed by Chairman Arnoah Prince Mandani, along with youth organizations of different barangays and schools, fraternities and sororities in the city.

Booths of exhibits and items created by the youth organizations will be mounted at the City Hall Lobby on August 14, and on the 15th, the employees of the ACYDO will have their Staff Capability Seminar with discussions about the Localization of the Philippine Youth Development Plan.

The City College of Angeles will spearhead a Youth Heritage Seminar-Forum on Thursday, August 16 to involve young leaders in the city’s heritage and cultural awareness drive. This will be followed by a Youth Consolidation Meeting on Friday, and a simultaneous Katipunan ng Kabataan assembly in every barangay on Saturday to culminate the celebration.

Meanwhile, the city’s launching of the celebration on Monday was met with various performances that showcased talents of young Angeleños. Youth organizations in different barangays received their Certificate of Registration after the mini-concert.

Ferdinand Calma, President of the Sigma Kappa Pi Fraternity Alumni Pampanga Chapter, led 9 members of the ACLYDC in a pledge to keep peace and order in the community, focusing on the prevention of frat wars, and hazing as well as the freedom to voice out the opinion of the youth, and to petition their request.

In his message, Pamintuan mentioned young Filipino heroes who fought for the country and shall inspire the youth. “Don’t belittle the youngsters as they will be our future leaders. Instead, let us help them and support them for this generation needs future leaders who are dedicated to serve and make a progress,” the city mayor said.

Angeles City conducts bloodletting drive

(PR)

THE Angeles City Government headed by Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan through the Persons with Disability Affairs Office-Angeles City (PDAO-AC) hosted its second bloodletting activity for the year over the weekend at the Legislative hall.

Themed “Give Love, Give Blood, Save a Life. Dugo Mo, Dugtong Buhay,” the activity was organized in cooperation with the Philippine Red Cross - Angeles-Pampanga Chapter, Ospital ning Angeles (ONA), City Health Office (CHO), Angeles City Blood Bank, Angeles City Federation of Persons with Disability, and Bridge to Charity.

“Blood is very much needed especially during cases of emergency. By donating blood, we do not just show our compassion to others but we are also doing something good for our health and body. Donating blood indeed saves lives,” said PDAO-AC head Phillip Pelayo.

A total of 61 bags equivalent to 520 cc units of blood was collected from individuals who volunteered for the said campaign. Participating agencies assisted in screening the donors to determine whether they are fit to donate blood.

Pelayo furthered that the activity also served to empower their sector by passing on resources, services, and assistance that PWDs have been blessed with.

Pamintuan said that the drive also reminds Angeleños to value life and to be of service to others by participating in bloodletting initiatives without anything in return.

“I appreciate the efforts of the PWD sector for helping our less fortunate constituents in need of blood whether they belong to the PWD sector or not,” the mayor said.

Meanwhile, the donated blood units may be accessed without charge through the PDAO-AC office located in Barangay Sta. Teresita. The collected units of blood will be stored at the Philippine Red Cross and Ospital ning Angeles.

Clark locator to install 1st industrial-scale solar panel project

(PR)

A MANUFACTURING company of cellulose, collagen and plastic casings and packaging materials for meat products in Clark Freeport will be a pioneer firm among Freeport locators in the country to install the first industrial-scale solar power rooftop project.

During a recent interview with the Capampangan in Media, Inc. (CAMI) at Bale Balita (CDC Media Center) here, Viskase Asia Pacific Corporation (VAPC) plant manager Josh Go said that they already signed a contract to install $680,000 solar panel in their buildings.

According to Go, the project will be installed starting September this year and is slated to be completed by February 2019. He said that Mettle and Grip, a leading contractor and developer of solar energy will be the supplier of the solar panels that will be used for the project.

When completed, the installation of some 1,900 solar panels will help eliminate at least 12.3 million pounds of carbon footprint and will generate 829,580 kwh solar production per annum with a module efficiency of 16.72 percent.

He added that the project is in fulfillment of their thrust to help reduce energy consumption and introduce the benefits of renewable energy to other establishments. He said that this is also a commitment of the company to ensure environmentally sound operations beyond the purpose of reducing their operating costs.

“We are promoting renewable energy and hopefully some other companies inside Clark will also explore this kind of project,” he said.

Meanwhile, Noel Tulabut, Clark Development Corporation (CDC) communications division manager, mentioned that under the Green Building Code, firms that help in the reduction of energy consumption and promotion of renewable energy may get certain incentives from the state-owned firm.

“Under the Green Building Code, companies that will implement renewable energy programs and projects may entitle them to certain incentives,” he said.

Viskase is an American company that manufactures meat product casings. It has introduced the first synthetic sausage casing made from regenerated cellulose which allows large productivity for ready-to-eat meat products.

Quest Hotel and Conference Center, Clark conducts fire drill

(Press release)

CLARK FREEPORT ZONE – Quest Hotel and Conference Center, Clark (QHCP) and Mimosa Golf Course General Manager Mr. Patrick Beck and Security Manager Major Angel Aguas led the first ever fire drill (August 3).

The exercise commenced at 10:31 AM when a CODE 2 was raised at the second floor of the hotel.

QHCP’s Emergency Response Team (ERT) immediately took over the scene assisting guests, contractors, and employees for an organized and calm evacuation process at the Acacia Park.

The ERT members also took part in clearing all the guest rooms, function rooms, and had a close coordination with Clark Development Corporation’s Fire Response Team.

Aside from the fire drill, Mr. Beck also shared to everybody a demonstration on how to properly rescue a victim and the basic steps of firefighting using a fire extinguisher: PASS – Pull the trigger, Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep the nozzle from side to side.

“This is a very helpful exercise for everybody here at Quest Hotel and Mimosa Golf Course as you may never know when a fire might occur. It is very important that we get trained about this that is why there will be more drills to be conducted in the future,” Mr. Beck said.

The activity ended at 10:41 AM where a total of 161 participants attended and are now more knowledgeable on what to do during this kind of incident.

UAP: Implement Architecture Act

By REYNALDO G. NAVALES

MEMBERS of various chapters of the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) in Pampanga have appealed to the local and national government to implement Republic Act Number 9266, or the Architecture Act of 2004.

Architect Andy Gulapa, president of the UAP Angeles Chapter, said that their association, which consists of 40,000 members nationwide, has prepared a position paper for the government to address various concerning the profession.

In 2004, the Congress enacted R.A. No. 9266 or the Architecture Act, according to Gulapa.

“This law categorically provides, without any exemption, that only duly licensed architects can legally sign architectural plans and documents,” he said.

The law further provides that building officers cannot accept architectural plans and documents which are not signed by architects, Gulapa said.

Under the old Architectural Law (R.A. No. 545), civil engineers were expressly exempted from the general rule that only architects can sign architectural documents, he added.

Gulapa stressed that Section 20 (5) of Republic Act 9266 provides that “all architectural plans, design, specifications, drawings and architectural documents relative to the construction of a building shall bear the seal and signature only of an architect.”

“Only architects and no one else, not even civil engineers, can prepare or sign architectural documents,” Gulapa said.

He lamented that some civil engineers are still signing documents classified as architectural documents.

This, Gulapa claimed, is in violation of the Architecture Act of 2004.

The Philippine Councilors League (PCL), which consists of 16,000 members, recently expressed full support for the UAP.

The PCL vowed to initiate an advocacy for the passage of resolution or ordinance enforcing and implementing fully the provisions of RA 9266 and its implementing rules and regulations.

Angeles City council revives bid to rename Clark airport

By Ashley Manabat

ANGELES CITY — Two resolutions have been enacted by the Sangguniang Panlungsod (SP) of this city requesting President Duterte and enjoining members of Congress to rename Clark International Airport (CIA) into Diosdado Macapagal International Airport (DMIA).

The two resolutions, sponsored by Councilor Edgardo “Edu” Pamintuan Jr., said this is in honor of the late President Diosdado Macapagal, the ninth president of the Republic of the Philippines who was also known as “the poor boy from Lubao, Pampanga, who became President.”

The two resolutions, PR-804-08-18 and PR-805-08-18, were unanimously approved during the SP regular session held on Tuesday.

The resolutions were ratified “in keeping with the revised guidelines of the National Historical Commission specifically stating that the proposed names must have historical and of cultural significance and must contribute to the positive development of national pride through the good example exhibited by the name being used.”

On September 28, 2001, during the 91st birthday of Macapagal, the Board of Directors of the Clark Development Corp. approved a resolution renaming CIA into DMIA, only to be reverted back to its former name during the time of former President Benigno S. Aquino.

The resolutions said the right to name our airport is part of our national patrimony, and the Angeleños expressed their disapproval of the decision made by then by the Clark International Airport Corp. to rename DMIA into CIA.

The resolutions said changing the name into DMIA will have no significant bearing on the airport’s current operation, capacity and potential as a premier international airport.

“The name Diosdado Macapagal is important to the people of Pampanga, as it honors one of its respected leaders who became the first Capampangan president of the republic and the father of land reform.”

Pamintuan said Macapagal is one of the better presidents the country ever had and deserved to be honored and emulated by young Filipinos and aspiring leaders for his character and perseverance in overcoming poverty.

Clark is in honor of Harold M. Clark, an American aviation pioneer who had no known ties with the Philippines, he said.

Marriott to open in Clark in September

(PR)

MARRIOTT Hotel will complement the promotion of Clark Freeport as a premiere tourist destination when it opens on September 14.

During the Talk Widus forum of Pampanga Press Club in cooperation with Widus Hotel and Casino held recently in Clark Freeport, Marriott Hotel director for Sales and Marketing Charley Magabo said that one of the goals of their company is to promote Clark as a destination.

“In each of the hotels that I’ve worked with, the first thing that we really promote is the destination. So, of course, whenever we would go out and introduce the hotel, we will sell first Clark and then once they recognized Clark as a destination, that’s the time that we will be presenting the hotel,” he said.

Magabo said the establishment of other hotels here will also help to showcase Clark as a Meetings, Investments, Conferences and Exhibits (MICE) destination. He said that it will also of help to cater to the needs of every guests especially on the influx of investments and tourists here.

“We actually welcome the idea of them coming in to the picture, it’s actually going be helpful for us. It’s very interesting because they know that a lot of investments are being done here in the area and they know that in the future there are a lot of bigger players that are coming in. We are expecting huge conventions and we need help from the, so it will promote not just us but even the entire area of Pampanga,” Magabo added.

Marriott Hotel Clark will be a 16-story building with 260 rooms and will feature various amenities such as ballroom, meeting rooms, interactive-type restaurants, pool and spa facilities. It is owned by the Widus International Leisure Inc.

Marriott is a 5-star hotel brand and currently one of the biggest hotel chains in the world with more than 6,000 hotels and 30 other different brands.

Angeles eateries urged to maintain clean restrooms

By REYNALDO G. NAVALES

AN OFFICIAL of Angeles City has urged owners of eateries to provide their customers with clean and fragrant restrooms.

Councilor Jesus “Jay” Sangil said that one way of giving back to the people who visit the city is to provide them with quality services.

The official said that Angeles City is one of the country’s culinary capitals and thousands of local and foreign tourists visit the area to taste local delicacies.

Unfortunately, Sangil said that some business establishments do not even have restrooms with basic needs like soap and tissue.

“We want to show our tourists and guests that comfort rooms in Angeles City are clean and fragrant. No doubt that our food is delicious and world class but some restaurants, sad to say, do not even have CRs,” Sangil said.

He added that he will seek the assistance of local architects to help business owners in the design of a basic restroom.

Sangil a few days ago told SunStar Pampanga that he will ask the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to inspect business establishments violating environment laws.

He said that many restaurants and hotels are discharging and dumping greasy waste into the city roads’ drainage system.

He claimed that this sludge and other waste-clogged canals result to massive flooding.

“We don’t want to experience serious flooding similar to what is happening to the coastal towns of Pampanga and some parts of Metro Manila,” Sangil said.

Student wins over P1 M cash, pilot scholarship in new pageant

By Robert Requintina

ANGELES, Pampanga — A 19-year-old student was crowned Miss Midori Clark 2018 during the inaugural beauty contest perceived by many people as the biggest in terms of prize package given in any national pageants in the country.

Jasmine Omay, a freshman in Tarlac City taking up business administration, won P300,000 cash and P790,000 worth of full private pilot license course at the Omni Airline Training Academy.

“I would like to focus on my reign now because it is very overwhelming. It is not a joke. You really have to work hard for it,” says Omay during an interview after she was crowned at the pageant held at the Midori Clark Hotel and Casino on Sunday.

Omay, who stands 5’8, enjoys watching documentaries, plays the violin and guitar, and is into sports such as volleyball, badminton, chess and swimming.

The freelance model bested 21 other candidates for the national title. During the final question and answer portion, she was asked: “Give your best definition of the phrase the beauty of the new generation.”

Omay says: “We are living in a fast-paced world where we encounter issues and problems. And at this moment, what the generation needs is an inspiration to lead and to inspire other people. And I believe that Miss Midori is not only limited with beauty and brains but also with confidence and also a sense of responsibility. She gives an equal improvement of her responsibilities and she can empower beauty through her advocacy. And let me say this: let us all be Midori-fied and be satisfied.”

First runner-up honors went to Emma Tiglao, also winner of People’s Choice award; Elaiza Dee Elaiza Alzona, 2nd runner-up; Christine Julian, 3rd runner-up; and Anie Uson, 4th runner-up, who won major special awards Miss Photogenic, Best In Swimsuit; and Best In Evening Gown.

Other winners of special awards were: Airish Joy Rivera, Miss Congeniality; Joy Opiaza, Miss Talent; and Mariah Nilo, Aqua Planet’s Choice.

Timmy Diwa, marketing and public relations head of Midori Clark Casino, says the grand winners and qualified candidates of the Miss Midori Clark 2018 contest will be offered employment opportunities by Midori and BBI after the pageant.

The beauty pageant is spearheaded by the Midori Clark Casino which is owned and operated by BB International Leisure and Resort Development Corporation (BBI), one of the prime locators inside Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga, BBI is investing billions to develop more than 120 hectares of prime land in Clark.

Included in BBI’s multibillion-peso investments in Clark is the Midori Clark Casino, said to be the most technologically advanced gaming property in North Luzon which uses full RFID gaming tables and top-of-the-line electronic gaming machines; the Midori Clark Hotel offers luxurious accommodations and a five-star experience to guests traveling north; and Aqua Planet, touted as the most modern and one of the biggest water theme parks in Asia.

Sangil asks DENR to check restos, hotels violating env’t laws

By REYNALDO G. NAVALES

ANGELES CITY -- Councilor Jesus Sangil has urged the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to check restaurants, hotels and other business establishments violating environment laws.

Sangil underscored the need to inspect the business establishments to prevent massive flooding similar to what happened in several areas in Pampanga, Bulacan, and Metro Manila.

The councilor said that many restaurants in the city are dumping grease into the road drainage.

Other establishments with full septic tank dump elsewhere, according to Sangil.

"In the wake of massive floodings. One of the reason why our drainage are being clogged because many establishments are indiscriminately dumping their waste," Sangil said.

"At the wee hours, tinatapon sa ilang bahagi ng Abacan River or Sapangbalen Creek yung kanilang grease," he added.

According to Sangil, sludge is one of the major cause of floodings. "This is waste and grease oil mixed together," he said.

Sangil also asked the DENR to assign a regular monitoring team checking hundreds of restos and hotels if they are compliant with environment law. "Yung hindi naaareglo!"

"May mga pagkakataon kasi na yung ibang mga business establishments ay inaareglo ang mga ibang inspector or monitoring team at binibigyan ng clearance kahit wala ng inspection," said Sangil.

Restaurants and hotels are mostly located in Barangay Balibago, Malabanas, Anunas while scores of eateries are situated at the city proper.

Pursuing accessibility for PWDs

By Ariel Avendaño

ANGELES CITY, Pampanga – The United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) said the implementation of Batas Pambansa 344 which promotes the welfare of persons with disability (PWD) should be seriously given attention by the government and all other private stakeholders.

During the daylong accessibility audit training dubbed as “Building a better world for all” which was held at the SFJ multipurpose hall in Holy Angel University here, architect Arnel Agustin, UAP – Alaya chapter chair, said there were lots of government and private structures, and similar establishments, particularly in rural areas, that have no ramp facilities for PWDs.

Agustin said it’s about time to comprehensively observe the accessibility law citing section 1 of BP 344 stating that “in order to promote the realization of the rights of disabled persons to participate fully in the social life and the development of the societies in which they live and the enjoyment of the opportunities available to other citizens, no license or permit for the construction, repair or renovation of public and private buildings for public use.

The Act was passed by the Batasang Pambansa on December 7, 1982 which was signed and made into law by the late President Ferdinand Marcos on February 25, 1983.

Corresponding penalty was to be imposed for violators upon the discretion of the court, as stated in the Act.

Participated in mostly by young architects, the training has also highlighted modern and state-of-the-art concepts of facilities for offices such as bathrooms, toilets, ramps and even grab railings which will be conducive for working condition and convenience for PWDs.

On November 22, 2013, former President Benigno Aquino III has signed Proclamation 688 declaring the period of 2013-2022 as the Philippine decade of “make the right real” for persons with disabilities in support of the 3rd Asian and Pacific Decade of Persons with Disabilities.

“By that time, all buildings in the National Capital Region (NCR) should be PWD-accessible,”Agustin said.

EdPam underscores importance of participative governance, thanks AC benefactors

(Angeles City Government Official Website)

ANGELES CITY – Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan, through his State of the City Address (SOCA), took the opportunity to finally express his appreciation to all the people who have contributed to the city’s development and those who are instrumental to the success of his 9-year leadership in this highly urbanized city.

On his 9th Ulat sa Bayan, a sentimental Pamintuan attributed the completion of various programs and projects in the city as products of participative governance and harmonious public-private partnership.

“Nais ko pong bigyang diin na ang anumang pagkilala sa akin at sa ating syudad ay hindi dahil sa akin lamang. Dahil po sa inyong lahat, dahil sa mga kasama ko sa pamahalaang lungsod,” Pamintuan said.

The mayor thanked the Sangguniang Panlungsod headed by Vice Mayor Bryan Matthew Nepomuceno for instituting legislative reforms that brought order and development to the city.

Pamintuan doffed his hat to former president now House of Representatives Speaker Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, and Pampanga Governor Lilia Pineda who have extended support to the MediKalinga Center of the city.

The five-termer mayor expressed his gratitude to the support extended by George Samson of World Medical Relief for various hospital equipment, Dennis Uy for his assistance to the City College of Angeles, Freddie So and the members of the Angeles City Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce for the construction of numerous school buildings, and the Renal Care Unit.

Pamintuan also acknowledged the Partido Abe Kapampangan, and people’s organizations who have backed and supported all city government activities such as the One Million Trees Project, Linis Sapang Balen, and many more.

The city’s cultural workers and artist’s organizations, the Culture and Arts Council of Angeles, the Kuliat Foundation and Angeles City Jaycees, were also acknowledged for helping Angeles shed its ‘sin city’ image into a haven for heritage, arts, culinary and hospitality.

His long-time friend and political ally now President and CEO of Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC), Alexander Cauguiran, also placed a special part in his speech.

“Our nine-year leadership proved that we are all in for the development of our beloved city. We showed that every Angeleños have roles to play in the development process- this is our brand of governance,” Pamintuan said.

As he ends his speech, the mayor vowed that he would never abandon the city to make sure that all the P3 billion-worth infrastructure projects set here will be implemented. Pamintuan, who is the incumbent Chairperson of the Regional Development Council in Central Luzon and the National President of the League of Cities of the Philippines, is yet to divulge his future political plans.

AC extends assistance to Bataan flood victims

(Angeles City Government Official Website)

ANGELES CITY – The local government here headed by Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan is donating relief goods to the residents of the City of Balanga, municipality of Hermosa in the province of Bataan, which was heavily devastated by last week’s heavy downpour.

Mayor Pamintuan instructed the city’s disaster and emergency response team to immediately extend the aid last Wednesday, July 25.

The City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO), and the Angeles City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (ACDRRMO) will jointly spearhead the said relief operation.

A total of 500 goods are to be distributed to the victims of the calamity in the province of Bataan which was put under the state of calamity last Sunday after Typhoon Josie have caused heavy rains and flash floods.

CSWDO Head Joy Duaso assured that the city government will readily offer its assistance to their city.

“They can expect that the Local Government of Angeles will not turn a blind eye, this aid is a way of giving back and letting them know that we are here for them in times of need,” said Duaso.

Mayor Pamintuan extended his support to the city of Balanga, recalling the outpouring of aid from neighboring provinces when Mt. Pinatubo erupted in the early 90s. He was then seated as Vice Mayor of Angeles City.

“My sympathy goes to the victims of the typhoon. Rest assured that we will prioritize the extension of aid, as well as hope, to our fellow men in Baataan, in perpetual gratitude to their kindness in our unfortunate moments,” the city Mayor said.

The ACDRRMO was tasked to supervise the transport of the goods, while the local government will remain to be in contact with its neighboring province for further support and assistance.

Angeles City celebrates Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Week

(Angeles City Government Official Website)

ANGELES CITY - In observance of the National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation (NDPR) week, the city government here kicked-off the celebration with a flag raising ceremony hosted by the Persons with Disability Affairs Office- Angeles City (PDAO-AC) held on Monday at the City Hall.

With the theme “Kakayahan at Kasanayan Para sa Kabuhayan Tungo sa Kaunlaran”, this year’s 40th celebration of NDPR week, which will run from July 17-23, aims to enhance the knowledge and skills of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the upliftment of their economic and social conditions.

According to PDAO-AC Head Philip Pelayo, the weeklong celebration is observed annually to promote public awareness and to address issues concerning the PWD sector.

On the other hand, Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan assured his full support to the PWDs of the city and he is looking forward to more projects that are beneficial to their sector.

Pamintuan also referred them as valuable assets and that their participation signifies that all of them believe in their capabilities.

“Do not let your disabilities limit you. Being handicapped does not mean that you are less capable. Because in our city, we are making sure that you are granted equal rights and opportunities,” Pamintuan added.

Activities lined up for the NDPR week include: Lecture on Understanding and Exceptionalities and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder which was held last July 17, 2018 at Marquee Mall Activity Center.

The activity gathered in 300 teachers, health workers, barangay population workers and PWDs to participate in the forum facilitated by Dr. Olga Angelica P. Tulabut, Dean of College of Arts and Sciences at Angeles University Foundation.

On July 18 and 19, Blood Typing services will be extended to PWDs and non-PWDs in the city to be held at Salapungan Elementary School and Department of Education (DepEd) – Angeles City.

To culminate the celebration, the Central Luzon Federation of Persons with Disabilities (CLFPD) will be having a motorcade and a singing contest intended for PWDs in the whole of Region 3 at the Bren Z. Guiao Convention Center on July 23.

Executive Order No. 33 Series of 2018, which renamed the Angeles City Office for Person with Disability Affairs (ACOPDA) to Persons with Disability Affairs Office- Angeles City (PDAO-AC) took effect on July 1, 2018.

To date, the city has 4,300 registered PWDs enjoying various incentives and privileges.

Urban gardening beneficial, wise investment, mayor says

(PR)

ANGELES CITY -- “I would like to invite every Angeleño to start now. Urban gardening is a wise investment that we can provide our families on our own.”

Thus said Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan during the culmination of the city’s month-long celebration of the 44th Nutrition Month over the weekend at the Angeles City Hall.

Pamintuan called on every Angeleño household to kick-start their own backyard gardens and avail of the city’s services like free gardening tutorials and seedlings distribution.

During the event, three activities were held to highlight the benefits of having a vegetable garden through this year’s Nutrition Month theme, “Ugaliing Magtanim, Sapat na Nutrisyon Aanihin!”

A poster-making contest, decoration of booths and a cooking competition were organized by the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO), and the City Agriculture Office (CAO) enjoining the participation of various sectors in the city.

CAO Urban and Greening Program Coordinator and Agriculturist Rea Dizon welcomed the guests with a motivational speech encouraging every household and the community to implement vegetable gardening that promotes a healthy lifestyle.

“This practice will create a generation that is healthy and wise. Implementing vegetable gardening would give us a safe and healthy food consumption,” Dizon said.

She also mentioned that this practice could help Angeleños financially, as not only is it thrifty, but it could also provide additional income. The use of recyclable materials such as used tires, and plastic bottles serve as pots.

It was a fruitful event as CSWDO head Joy Duaso said: “There are more participants this year and we are very grateful for their presence and support. We all deserve healthier selves and a better environment.”

In relevance to last year’s Task Force One Million Trees and Gulayan sa Barangay Project, urban gardening is expected to generate local products that provided families nutritious and quality vegetables while earning as well.

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