An alert security guard single handedly foiled a robbery attempt when he shot dead one of two motorcycle-riding robbers in Kapitan Pepe Subd. Here Saturday night.
Johnson Dulnuan, 24, driver-security guard of Diamond Money Changer shop, quickly drew his gun and shot one of the suspects when they blocked their path and announced the heist.
Police identified the fatality as Joseph Javier, 45, of Purok 2, Barangay Bonifacio, this city.
City police police chief Supt. Efren Ramos said Dulnuan. of Balawis, Banawe, Ifugao, was driving a van, accomplished by Hermie Angayon, money changer shop owner, two employees and Angayon’s son when the incident occurred.
Ramos said Javier, with a gun on one hand, approached them and declared a hold-up.
Dulnuan pulled out his 9mm pistol and shot Javier, killing him on the spot. Javier,s cohorts quickly fled. Recovered from the slain suspect were his gun and a mobile phone.
People’s Journal Tuesday, July 28, 2009 by Steve A. Gosuico
Tuesday
Hospital rapped for violating senior citizens’ law
The city hospital here has come under fire from senior citizens for allegedly collecting fees in violation of the Senior Citizens’ Law.
The Manuel V. Gallego Cabanatuan City General Hospital which is operated by the city government of Mayor Alvin Vergara was accused for allegedly charging fees for laboratory services which were otherwise provided free to senior citizens under RA 9257, also known as the Expanded Senior Citizens Act.
One of the senior citizens, Ricardo Eraña said that hospital personnel collected from him payment for laboratory services when he went to the hospital on July 8. Eraña, a resident of Don Manuel Avenue, Kapitan Pepe Subdivision, said that when he went to the hospital for the laboratory examination, a midwife in the said hospital told him that services for laboratory examinations are indeed for free as provided for under the Senior Citizens’ Law.
However, a certain Danilo Bautista, medical technologist insisted that he should pay. He was correspondingly issued an official receipt numbered 8479094. he said that the benefits and privileges of card-bearing senior citizens under RA 9257 include free medical, dental, diagnostic and laboratory services in all government facilities.
In the card which was signed by Vergara and Office of Senior Citizens Affair Julie Rivera, each senior citizen is entitled – aside from free medical, dental, diagnostic and laboratory services to avail of 20 percent discount in purchase of medicines; 20 percent discount in hotels, restaurants, recreation centers, funeral parlors and similar establishments; 20 percent discount in theaters, cinema houses and concert halls, 20 percent discount on medical and dental services, diagnostic and laboratory facilities; and 20 discount in fare for domestic, air, sea travel and public transportation.
Philippine STAR Tuesday, July 28, 2009 By: Manny Galvez
The Manuel V. Gallego Cabanatuan City General Hospital which is operated by the city government of Mayor Alvin Vergara was accused for allegedly charging fees for laboratory services which were otherwise provided free to senior citizens under RA 9257, also known as the Expanded Senior Citizens Act.
One of the senior citizens, Ricardo Eraña said that hospital personnel collected from him payment for laboratory services when he went to the hospital on July 8. Eraña, a resident of Don Manuel Avenue, Kapitan Pepe Subdivision, said that when he went to the hospital for the laboratory examination, a midwife in the said hospital told him that services for laboratory examinations are indeed for free as provided for under the Senior Citizens’ Law.
However, a certain Danilo Bautista, medical technologist insisted that he should pay. He was correspondingly issued an official receipt numbered 8479094. he said that the benefits and privileges of card-bearing senior citizens under RA 9257 include free medical, dental, diagnostic and laboratory services in all government facilities.
In the card which was signed by Vergara and Office of Senior Citizens Affair Julie Rivera, each senior citizen is entitled – aside from free medical, dental, diagnostic and laboratory services to avail of 20 percent discount in purchase of medicines; 20 percent discount in hotels, restaurants, recreation centers, funeral parlors and similar establishments; 20 percent discount in theaters, cinema houses and concert halls, 20 percent discount on medical and dental services, diagnostic and laboratory facilities; and 20 discount in fare for domestic, air, sea travel and public transportation.
Philippine STAR Tuesday, July 28, 2009 By: Manny Galvez
Saturday
Central Luzon police director Chief Supt. Leon Nilo de la Cruz include Nueva Ecija as election hotpots in Central Luzon, Bataan and Bulacan might also be included. De la Cruz cited reports af armed goons being maintained by politicians in the three provinces.
This, even as police Director General Jesus Versoza identified Nueva Ecija, Sulu, Abra, Lanao del Sur, Lanao del Norte, and Maguindanao as election hotspots, less than a year before the 2010 polls, saying these areas will be closely monitored by the police for possible election-related violence.
De la Cruz said he earlier recommended the inclusion of Nueva Ecija in his region as among the hotpots to be closely monitored by the police amid the province's history of election-related violence.
"Rivalry among political families there has remained intense," he said, citing the Joson, Umali, Antonino and Perez political clans.
Earlier, Versoza also said the police plan to address election-related violence by limiting the number of security escorts of VIP's to two each; requiring all security escorts to wear a duly-approved uniform; and imposing stricter penalties on unlicensed and unregistered firearms.
This, even as police Director General Jesus Versoza identified Nueva Ecija, Sulu, Abra, Lanao del Sur, Lanao del Norte, and Maguindanao as election hotspots, less than a year before the 2010 polls, saying these areas will be closely monitored by the police for possible election-related violence.
De la Cruz said he earlier recommended the inclusion of Nueva Ecija in his region as among the hotpots to be closely monitored by the police amid the province's history of election-related violence.
"Rivalry among political families there has remained intense," he said, citing the Joson, Umali, Antonino and Perez political clans.
Earlier, Versoza also said the police plan to address election-related violence by limiting the number of security escorts of VIP's to two each; requiring all security escorts to wear a duly-approved uniform; and imposing stricter penalties on unlicensed and unregistered firearms.
Umalis vs Josons in 2010
An Umali-Umali tandem against a Joson-Joson team-up is looming in the 2010 local elections, as incumbent Gov. Aurelio Umali is reportedly eyeing to tap his younger brother as his running mate against come backing former three-term congresswoman Josie Manuel-Joson and Vive Gov. Edward Thomas Joson.
Umali is considering his brother Anthony as his vice gubernatorial running mate under Lakas-Kampi-CMD banner to wrest control of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan in 2010.
Earlier, the Bagong Lakas ng Nueva Ecija (BALANE) of Josons, announced the fielding of Josie Manuel-Joson, wife of former vice-governor Mariano Cristino "Boyet" Joson, as its standard-bearer for governor in 2010 with Edward Thomas as his running mate. Manuel-Joson is a former colleague of Umali in the House of Representatives.
Umali is considering his brother Anthony as his vice gubernatorial running mate under Lakas-Kampi-CMD banner to wrest control of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan in 2010.
Earlier, the Bagong Lakas ng Nueva Ecija (BALANE) of Josons, announced the fielding of Josie Manuel-Joson, wife of former vice-governor Mariano Cristino "Boyet" Joson, as its standard-bearer for governor in 2010 with Edward Thomas as his running mate. Manuel-Joson is a former colleague of Umali in the House of Representatives.
Taruc V urged to run for Ecija gov against 2 others
The running mate of incumbent Nueva Ecija Gov. Aurelio Umali is being wooed to run for governor as the race for the Capitol is shaping into a three-cornered fight in the 2010 elections.
Jose Taruc V, more popularly known as “Popoy” is being endorsed by Novo Ecijano politicians and church leaders to be the alternative candidate – or Third Force – in the province to oppose the reelection bid of Umali and that of come backing former three-term congresswoman Josie Manuel-Joson.
A signature campaign to convince Taruc to run has reportedly been launched in the province, one of which is spearheaded by the Kapatiran.
Taruc V, son and namesake of famed broadcaster Joe Taruc, ran for vice governor under Umali’s Lakas-CMD party but lost to the incumbent , Vice Gov. Edward Thomas Joson. His decision to run in 2007 led to a bitter falling-out between the elder Taruc and Joson’s father, former fourtime governor Tomas III but they reconcile3d after the polls.
While he lost out to Edward Thomas, the younger Taruc was credited with giving a good account of himself despite his lack of exposure as he lost to a scion of a political clan.
The younger Taruc, was appointed director of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office by President Arroyo. At 31, he was the youngest director to be named to the PCSO whose incumbent directors include former chairman Manuel Morato.
Contacted bu The Star, Taruc declined to comment on his supposed gubernatorial bid but admitted he has been approached to challenge the reelection bid of Umali. He maintained that he and Umali remain friends although they have political differences.
The source said that if Taruc decides to run, it would be a big blow to the reelection bid of Umali as it would reflect on his leadership as chief executive of the province. “Of all the people surrounding Gov. Umali, it is only Popoy who can show the lapses of his administration,” the source said.
By Manny Galvez (Philippine STAR, June 25, 2009)
Jose Taruc V, more popularly known as “Popoy” is being endorsed by Novo Ecijano politicians and church leaders to be the alternative candidate – or Third Force – in the province to oppose the reelection bid of Umali and that of come backing former three-term congresswoman Josie Manuel-Joson.
A signature campaign to convince Taruc to run has reportedly been launched in the province, one of which is spearheaded by the Kapatiran.
Taruc V, son and namesake of famed broadcaster Joe Taruc, ran for vice governor under Umali’s Lakas-CMD party but lost to the incumbent , Vice Gov. Edward Thomas Joson. His decision to run in 2007 led to a bitter falling-out between the elder Taruc and Joson’s father, former fourtime governor Tomas III but they reconcile3d after the polls.
While he lost out to Edward Thomas, the younger Taruc was credited with giving a good account of himself despite his lack of exposure as he lost to a scion of a political clan.
The younger Taruc, was appointed director of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office by President Arroyo. At 31, he was the youngest director to be named to the PCSO whose incumbent directors include former chairman Manuel Morato.
Contacted bu The Star, Taruc declined to comment on his supposed gubernatorial bid but admitted he has been approached to challenge the reelection bid of Umali. He maintained that he and Umali remain friends although they have political differences.
The source said that if Taruc decides to run, it would be a big blow to the reelection bid of Umali as it would reflect on his leadership as chief executive of the province. “Of all the people surrounding Gov. Umali, it is only Popoy who can show the lapses of his administration,” the source said.
By Manny Galvez (Philippine STAR, June 25, 2009)
Friday
Best of CL in Intramuros a hit – DoT-3
The recent opening day of “The Best of Central Luzon: A Wellspring of Diversity” showcase held at the Clamshell I, Intramuros, Manila was by and large an outstanding feat if gauged from the profile of personalities and number of spectators that showed up to witness the most colourful and loudest cultural extravaganza ever staged at the history town of Manila. This was the announcement made by Regional Director Ronaldo Tiotuico of the Department of Tourism in the region. Tiotuico said that the opening ceremony was witnessed by no less that the principal author of the National Tourism Act of 2009 otherwise known as Republic Act No. 9593, Senator Richard Gordon as the guest of honor and speaker. The line-up of personalities was followed by the members of the diplomatic community led by Ambassadors Valeroi Gheorghe of Romania, Pieter Vermevlen of South Africa and Consul Ahimsa Soekartono of the Republic of Indonesia. The inaugural rite was made more significant with the presence of personalities like DoT Undersecretary Oscar Palabyab representing Secretary Ace Durano, SBMA Administrator Armand Arreza, Executive Director Charito Planas of Nayong Pilipino, PTA Deputy General Manager Lydia Cosuco, DoT Regional Directors Louella Jurilla of Region IV, Bles Diwa of Region II and Martin Valera of Region I, including leaders of the travel and tourism sector such as the Association of Travel and Tour Agencies of Pampanga (ATTAP), Pampanga Agents Travel Society (PATS) and the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Pampanga (HARP). The affair was also attended by personalities from the local government units led by Mayors Jerry Pelayo of Candaba, Candido Guiam III of Victoria, Tarlac, and Gregoria Manglicmot also of Tarlac. A host of more than 300 street dancing contingents from the provinces highlighted the rainy afternoon program that were led by the Mango Festival of Zambales, Ilang-Ilang of Tarlac, Pandawan Festival of Nueva Ecija, Pawikan Festival of Bataan and Drum and Lyre band of Olongapo City. The audience was serenaded the entire evening by the internationally acclaimed Koro Bulakenyo courtesy of the provincial government of Bulacan. The WoW Philippines Intramuros is a project of the tourism department which started in December of 2008 as a vehicle by which the regions in the country would be accorded the opportunity to showcase their tourism assets and potentials thru stage performances, street dancing showdowns, arts and crafts demonstrations, travel trade exhibits, among all other events and presentations -- all under one roof. The showcase will run from June 17 to July 5. The Central Luzon showcase is led by the indefatigable regional chairman Lydia Co from Tarlac City. She is ably assisted by the following tourism officers: Caeasar Quaison of Bataan, Asuncion Fronda of Tarlac, Dinia Quetwa of Bulacan, Librada Guevaraan of Zambales, Michael Palispis of Aurora, Carolina Uy of Nueva Ecija, Leny Manalo of Candaba, Noemi Garcia of Clark Freeport Zone, Nida Rojo of SBMA Tourism, Erlinda Lim of Olongapo City Tourism Council, and Wilfredo Toldanes of Tarlac City. Private sector participants include Greater Subic Tourism Development, Inc. and Clark Freeport Tourism Association, among others.BY: Raymond C. Garcia http://www.centralluzondaily.com/index.php?action=article&n_id=2804
Photo: Jun J. Torres
Thursday
Paaralan sa Nueva Ecija bukas-sara dahil sa A(H1N1) virus
JUN-JUN SY, GMANews.TV
06/11/2009 09:55 PM
JAEN, Nueva Ecija –Matapos buksan muli ang klase sa Hilera Elementary School nitong Martes, muli na naman itong sinuspindi nitong Huwebes ng umaga makaaraang magpositibo sa Influenza A(H1N1) virus ang isa sa mga estudyante rito.
Mismong si Jaen Mayor Santiago Austria at opisyal ng Department of Health ang nag-utos na suspindihin ang klase matapos makumpirma na magpositibo sa A(H1N1) ang isa sa mahigit 40 mag-aaral sa grade 6 na nilagnat simula noong nakaraang linggo.
Sinabi ni Autria na sampung araw na kanselado ang klase sa nabanggit na paaralan batay na rin sa direktiba ng DOH.
Nagsagawa na rin ng emergency meeting ang mga opisyal ng DOH at lokal na opisyal upang hindi kumalat ang sakit at matukoy kung saan nahawa ang mga estudyante.
Matatandaan na nilagnat, nagkasipon at nagkaubo ang mga mag-aaral noong nakaraang linggo, bagaman karamihan umano sa mga ito ay mabuti na ang kalusugan.
Dahil sa pag-aakalang karaniwang lagnat ang dumapo sa mga bata dahil sa pagpasok ng panahon ng tag-ulan, kinansela ang klase noong Huwebes (Hunyo 3) hanggang Lunes (Hunyo 8).
Dahil bumuti na lagay ng karamihan sa mga estudyante, nagpasya pamunuan ng paaralan na buksan ang klase nitong Martes, at kinansela muli nitong Miyerkules ng umaga nang makumpirma ang kaso ng A(H1N1).
Sa ulat ng GMA news’ 24 Oras nitong Huwebes, sinabing tinutukan ng DOH ang kaso sa mababang paaralan ng Hilera upang matukoy kung papaano nagkahawahan ng sakit.
Sampung specimen pa umano ng mga estudyante ang hinihintay ang resulta.
“Papaano nagkawa-hawa ang mga estudyante r’on, dito (sa Metro Manila) may nakuha tayong estudyante nag-travel abroad nakasakit. Sa Hilera, sa Jaen malayo yun, elementary o sino naman…kasi ngayon wala raw nag-abrod na mga bata…possibility puwedeng may dumayo r’on na nakahawa," paliwanag ni Health Undersecretary Dr. Eric Tayag. - Jun Jun Sy, GMANews.TV
06/11/2009 09:55 PM
JAEN, Nueva Ecija –Matapos buksan muli ang klase sa Hilera Elementary School nitong Martes, muli na naman itong sinuspindi nitong Huwebes ng umaga makaaraang magpositibo sa Influenza A(H1N1) virus ang isa sa mga estudyante rito.
Mismong si Jaen Mayor Santiago Austria at opisyal ng Department of Health ang nag-utos na suspindihin ang klase matapos makumpirma na magpositibo sa A(H1N1) ang isa sa mahigit 40 mag-aaral sa grade 6 na nilagnat simula noong nakaraang linggo.
Sinabi ni Autria na sampung araw na kanselado ang klase sa nabanggit na paaralan batay na rin sa direktiba ng DOH.
Nagsagawa na rin ng emergency meeting ang mga opisyal ng DOH at lokal na opisyal upang hindi kumalat ang sakit at matukoy kung saan nahawa ang mga estudyante.
Matatandaan na nilagnat, nagkasipon at nagkaubo ang mga mag-aaral noong nakaraang linggo, bagaman karamihan umano sa mga ito ay mabuti na ang kalusugan.
Dahil sa pag-aakalang karaniwang lagnat ang dumapo sa mga bata dahil sa pagpasok ng panahon ng tag-ulan, kinansela ang klase noong Huwebes (Hunyo 3) hanggang Lunes (Hunyo 8).
Dahil bumuti na lagay ng karamihan sa mga estudyante, nagpasya pamunuan ng paaralan na buksan ang klase nitong Martes, at kinansela muli nitong Miyerkules ng umaga nang makumpirma ang kaso ng A(H1N1).
Sa ulat ng GMA news’ 24 Oras nitong Huwebes, sinabing tinutukan ng DOH ang kaso sa mababang paaralan ng Hilera upang matukoy kung papaano nagkahawahan ng sakit.
Sampung specimen pa umano ng mga estudyante ang hinihintay ang resulta.
“Papaano nagkawa-hawa ang mga estudyante r’on, dito (sa Metro Manila) may nakuha tayong estudyante nag-travel abroad nakasakit. Sa Hilera, sa Jaen malayo yun, elementary o sino naman…kasi ngayon wala raw nag-abrod na mga bata…possibility puwedeng may dumayo r’on na nakahawa," paliwanag ni Health Undersecretary Dr. Eric Tayag. - Jun Jun Sy, GMANews.TV