Legazpi, Ligao and Tabaco Cities, and Albay Province - Compiled Threads [Archive] - Page 169

drfeelgood17

September 24th, 2011, 07:57 PM

Right :banana: This passenger seaport's use should really be maximized para maging busy seaport talaga siya teeming with tourists and passengers alike. Nagkakaigwa na ki symbiotic relationship amongst the airport, road network, seaport, roro ports, friendly Albayanos, tour operators and hotels in bringing in happy tourists :) Kulang na lang talaga ang satuyang railway system na hanggang munyan ay dai pa nakakaantos sa Legaspi. In other cities outside the Philippines, the international airport is connected to a modern metro train railway that zips you to downtown in just a few minutes. Gari aloy pa ini mareplicate ta maski ngani sa Cebu or Manila ay wara pa kaini :ohno:

Iyo ngani....the railway system in the RP is still very backwards compared to other Asian countries...just look how long it's taking them just to reinstate the already-existing Manila-Bicol route. If it's just a short railway link from the airport to the city, it might be better to seek foreign investors rather relying on funding from the central government - it will take them years to come up with the money. But we'll see once the BIA opens and Legazpi becomes a true hub, demand for more infrastructure investment will likely increase. More tourists will mean even more tax revenues for public spending. Sooner or later, we will need a railway link not just between the BIA the city but hopefully a railway line that serves most, if not all of the province. It will be expensive, of course, but local LGUs have to realize infrastructure investment is vital for economic development. You can't hope to achieve first-world living standards with a third-world infrastructure. Plus, more trains means fewer vehicles on the roads and less traffic congestion and misery. Remember how much progress has been made in Albay since the turn of the century....if our local leaders persevere with their vision, there should be no reason why the province's development shouldn't continue apace. :)

nacnuD 2:-)

September 25th, 2011, 01:37 AM

Marhay na Albay satuya gabos.

http://i973.photobucket.com/albums/ae214/naes_nacnud/Photo0107.jpg
Sept 25, 2011 around 5AM
(...yaon pa man palan su Mayon. hehehe. )

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nacnuD 2:-)

September 25th, 2011, 03:11 AM

its gone! someone pull it down.hahaha:lol::lol:

Ano su rason? I do hope that he/she sent you a PM of the reason why it was removed.

FadeAwayDunk

September 25th, 2011, 03:41 AM

garu muya ko magswim regularly 6-7am siguro. sain kaya magayon?

nacnuD 2:-)

September 25th, 2011, 03:48 AM

Philippine Airlines (http://www.philippineairlines.com)
Please click the link below (PDF reader required) for the list of cancelled flights. Affected passengers are advised to call PAL Reservations at (02) 855-8888 in Manila; (032) 340-0191 Cebu; (082) 221-5513/222-0366 Davao; 1-800-I-FLY-PAL US/Canada or 1-300-888-PAL Australia. Other Reservations numbers are listed here: http://bit.ly/ndwrB9

> Cancelled Flights (http://www.philippineairlines.com/Images/Summary%20of%20Flight%20Cancellations_tcm61-45345.pdf) (PDF)

PR277/278 MNL/LGP/MNL Daily 29 September - 06 October

Reason? Click HERE (http://www.philippineairlines.com/news/pal_reduces_flights.jsp).

Source: Philippine Airlines

kaniguan78

September 25th, 2011, 06:07 AM

Cabarian Beach, Ligao City

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Byahero (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150328938699630&set=a.10150328938644630.364183.181177774629&type=1)

kaniguan78

September 25th, 2011, 06:15 AM

^ tourists could have multiple options:
1. Legazpi-Sorsogon City(Bacon)
2. Legazpi-CRaBS
3. Legazpi-Caramoan
4. Legazpi-Catanduanes

I think Tabaco-Caramoan is a more ideal route. Tabaco is only 2 hours away by sea. You can even see Caramoan from coast of the first district. Toursists could go from Legazpi to Tabaco by land which is only about thirty. So that makes it only about 2 hours and 30 minutes travel time. Plus Tabaco's port is excellent.

If ever there would be a Legazpi-Caramoan route, it would be good if that route traverses the Sula Channel. Lots of hidden wonders there. :cheers:

sivah

September 25th, 2011, 06:18 AM

Mayon Volcano and Sunflowers, Ligao City

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Ligao City Daily Photos (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ligao-City-Daily-Photo/152237941460095?sk=photos)

oooh! gayon sana! parang nasa ibang bansa man lang(without the mayon as backdrop) this should be added to the tourist attractions of ligao city:banana::banana::cheers:

kaniguan78

September 25th, 2011, 06:24 AM

Expect rains tomorrow Albay. But hope that it's not too much rains.

Tropical Storm Pedring
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Weather Watch (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=233182836730420&set=a.136510003064371.21096.136416823073689&type=1&ref=nf)

sivah

September 25th, 2011, 06:26 AM

:( mga pirang aldaw man mawawara si PAL sa panganoron kang Albay

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Dante_54

September 25th, 2011, 10:34 AM

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Albay Rising

Dante_54

September 25th, 2011, 10:36 AM

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BYAHERO

Dante_54

September 25th, 2011, 10:37 AM

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LGU BACACAY

sivah

September 25th, 2011, 10:49 AM

GOODFOUND(?) CEMENT FACTORY Palanog, Camalig

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this place is WOW!! pakiling ko kainng cement factory! the first and only in Bicol!

sivah

September 25th, 2011, 10:51 AM

Albay suspends Monday classes as province braces for Pedring
Catanduanes, CamSur also placed under storm signal 1
By Kristine L. Alave, Rey M. Nasol
Inquirer Southern Luzon, Philippine Daily Inquirer (http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/64867/albay-suspends-monday-classes-as-province-braces-for-pedring)
3:37 pm | Sunday, September 25th, 2011

MANILA, Philippines—The state weather agency raised public storm signal No. 1 over three provinces in the Bicol Region on Sunday on the eve of typhoon Ondoy’s second anniversary.
Governor Joey Salceda of Albay, one of the three affected provinces, ordered the suspension of Monday classes in the elementary and high school levels as disaster officials braced for the entry of tropical storm Pedring.
The governor also ordered the immediate evacuation of residents from flood-prone villages in the towns of Polangui, Oas, Libon and Malinao to ensure their safety.
According to an 11 a.m. update from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services, or Pagasa, the provinces of Catanduanes, Albay and Camarines Sur had been placed under signal No. 1. Pedring was sighted 600 kilometers east of Virac, Catanduanes, packing maximum sustained winds of 95 kilometers per hour near the eye wall and gusting at 120 kph. It was moving westward with the speed of 22 kph.
“These areas should expect stormy weather tonight (Sunday night),” said weather forecaster Aldczar Aurelio.
According to a Pagasa bulletin, these areas would experience winds of 45 kph to 60 kph within the next 36 hours.
Salceda, through the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC), which he chairs, said he decided to suspend classes and evacuate people based on the advisories of Pagasa and the Office of Civil Defense and as preventive measures amid projection of heavy rains to be brought in by Pedring.
Salceda also reiterated the no-sailing policy in all ports of Albay and advised fishermen to refrain from going out to sea amid turbulent weather expected by late Sunday or early Monday, the projected time that Pedring would hit Albay.
Some rice farmers in Albay started harvesting in advance to cut on possible losses due to Pedring.
Rice farmer Alfie Solano whose rice paddies could be found in the boundary of Guinobatan and Camalig towns said he felled the branches of a Talisay tree along the road to get sunlight and partly dry the rice.
Yolanda Ortiola, also a farmer, said she had to harvest partly green palay. “We must not waste time before (the) storm snatches yet another cropping cycle,” she said.
Pedring, located 600 kilometers east northeast of Virac, Catanduanes, as of early Sunday, packed maximum sustained winds of 95 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 120 kph, moving westward at 22 kph.
It would be 420 km east of Baler, Aurora, by Monday morning, 20 km southeast of Tuguegarao City by Tuesday morning, and 240 km northwest of Laoag City by Wednesday, the Pagasa said.
On Sept. 26, 2009, typhoon Ondoy, one of the most destructive typhoons in recent years, made a landfall in Aurora. It also dumped record rainfall on Metro Manila in six hours, flooding 80 percent of the metropolis and killing hundreds.

sivah

September 25th, 2011, 10:54 AM

on our way to Jovellar (via Camalig)...

part of the pilinut hills
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I wasn't able to take more photos dahil ambilis ng takbo ng sasakyan

sivah

September 25th, 2011, 10:55 AM

Jovellar, Albay

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the town proper is quite lonely

Dante_54

September 25th, 2011, 11:10 AM

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byahero

Dante_54

September 25th, 2011, 11:12 AM

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byahero

sivah

September 25th, 2011, 11:14 AM

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Albay Rising

I think small jets will be utilized by this airline..may mga nagparalipad-lipad na small jet digdi sa legazpi this past few days

Dante_54

September 25th, 2011, 11:15 AM

Dante_54

September 25th, 2011, 11:18 AM

Jovellar, Albay

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the town proper is quite lonely

mapungawon talaga noy sivah, zero crime rate , but plenty undiscovered natures can be found here like the Mataginting Falls, Sigpit Falls, i forgot the name of those caves here

sivah

September 25th, 2011, 11:22 AM

The whole compound of this cement factory seems , the whole town of Camalig already, ano sa estimate sivah, bako daw?

in terms of revenue siguro? hehe

sivah

September 25th, 2011, 11:23 AM

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Blend Breaks Cafe (http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s320x320/293923_251727761535978_251720788203342_688761_1772484063_n.jpg)
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sherwinm26

September 25th, 2011, 11:55 AM

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Albay West Coast (http://www.flickr.com/photos/sherwin_magayanes/6180807122/)

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sherwinm26

September 25th, 2011, 11:56 AM

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Maonon, Ligao City (http://www.flickr.com/photos/sherwin_magayanes/6180806652/)

sherwinm26

September 25th, 2011, 11:59 AM

Pio Duran
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sherwinm26

September 25th, 2011, 12:06 PM

Cabarian, Ligao City
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sherwinm26

September 25th, 2011, 12:11 PM

Ligao-Pio Duran Road
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Palapas, Ligao

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Binodigahan, Pio Duran

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Caratagan, Pio Duran

megalgzp

September 25th, 2011, 02:38 PM

The weather is still fine in Albay and in the whole Bicol region but better not be complacent. Governor and the Albay people learned so much from past mistakes. Be safe folks. Yan dapat ang gawin! ALWAYS BE READY.:)

megalgzp

September 26th, 2011, 01:04 PM

Text2Teach in Albay: Mobile technology for education in the midst of typhoons

Education & Leadership Development / 22 September 2011
Last July 2011, the Text2Teach team experienced firsthand the full force of typhoon Juaning in the province of Albay. The typhoon hit the province in July 26, with the rains only starting to weaken two days later. When the storm hit, the team was in Sto. Domingo, Albay, a municipality facing the Philippine Sea. The team was even able to capture on film the devastation caused by Typhoon Juaning, as they tried to gain higher ground by moving from Sto. Domingo to Tabaco City. The team’s van plowed through the streets of Albay amidst raging floodwater which carried with it mud and debris. Pictures and videos of broken down bridges, and flood-damaged roads and schools remain in the team’s memories. Because of the typhoon, the Text2Teach community launches of Sto. Domingo and Legazpi City, scheduled for July 26 and 28, respectively, were postponed.

While stranded in Tabaco City for two days, the Text2Teach team contacted Albay and Camarines Sur recipient schools through a mobile-text brigade to check on their status. The schools sent MMS responses to the text2teach helpdesk using their Text2Teach mobile phones. As a result, the team received feedback on the situation of its Albay- and Camarines Sur-based schools. Some schools in Polangui, one of the worst hit municipalities, even provided pictures using their text2Teach Nokia N86 mobile phone units. These same pictures and feedback sent to the helpdesk were broadcast to the Text2Teach partners.

Because of this, Globe Telecom, a member of the Text2Teach alliance, extended assistance to Balangibang Elementary School in Polangui thorugh Brigada Eskwela. Globe employees, the school officials, and members of the local community participated. They all came together to help clean, paint, and repair chairs and blackboards of the school. Globe also provided materials for the school’s Home Economic classes.

SEAMEO INNOTECH, another member of the alliance, replaced the Text2Teach Teacher’s Guides destroyed by the floods of Balangibang ES, Kinale ES and Matacon ES, all located in Polangui.

By using the Text2Teach mobile device in the schools and Globe’s network, Text2Teach was able to reach out, get real-time status reports, and as a result connect communities.

By July 29, with the skies clearing, the Text2Teach community launch in Tabaco City pushed through. City Mayor Cielo Krisel Lagman-Luistro, in her opening speech, emphasized the resiliency of Tabaqueños, citing how they were able to rise after the storm. As the mayor quoted: “We are a strong people and excellence is our thrust.” She also mentioned that this is the reason for Tabaco City’s investment in education, with its latest effort being the provision of Text2Teach to 12 of its public elementary schools.

Two weeks later, on August 17, after Typhoon Juaning’s devastation in Bicol, Text2Teach was launched in Legazpi City and Sto. Domingo, Albay. Legazpi City Mayor Carmen Geraldine Rosal headed the launch of Text2Teach in the city’s ten schools, and reaffirmed her commitment to bringing quality education programs to her city with her statement, “We will expand Text2Teach to more public schools in Legazpi.”

The local government of Sto. Domingo provided Text2Teach to six public schools during the community launch headed by Municipal Mayor Herbie Aguas. Mayor Aguas lauded the good performance of Sto. Domingo schools in the national achievement test and was positive that through Text2Teach, their performance will continue to improve.

megalgzp

September 26th, 2011, 01:10 PM

Hay salamat the weather is getting better! OA na naman ang media. GMA 7 is better and realistic! But then don't be complacent. Sana 0 casualty. If so, congrats to Gov Salceda! Keep safe folks!!!

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 02:01 PM

Cullat this afternoon

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Gov. Joey Salceda (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150394200346756.409840.652921755&type=1)

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 02:03 PM

Hay salamat the weather is getting better! OA na naman ang media. GMA 7 is better and realistic! But then don't be complacent. Sana 0 casualty. If so, congrats to Gov Salceda! Keep safe folks!!!

Panakanakang pagulan at paghanin na lang. I hope the weather's fine already tomorrow. :cheers:

drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 02:23 PM

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 02:33 PM

That's great news, so nowhere near as bad as Juaning, just another typhoon - stay safe everyone!

Albay was not hit directly. We're still at signal no. 2 and it was raining quite hard during the ay but the rains and winds are now starting to subside. :banana:

jhid

September 26th, 2011, 04:11 PM

That's great news, so nowhere near as bad as Juaning, just another typhoon - stay safe everyone!

Salamat man at bako makusog ini. It is a good thing din to follow Jose Salceda's FB account ta halos niyaon na gabos duman ang updates sa bagyo asin sa mga pigigiribo kang local government sa Albay. Kaya lang yata his FB profile's "likes" has already breached the 5k "likes" which I think is the limit for one profile account. Arog man kaini ang "problema" ni pading romy ta dakulon man siyang fans sa FB kaya dai na siya ma-like kang gustong makabasa kang mga status niya :lol:

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 04:13 PM

New Road Opening

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kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 04:20 PM

From: Philippine Star (http://www.philstar.com/SportsArticle.aspx?articleId=731017&publicationSubCategoryId=69&keyword)

Bicol tankers to show stuff in Singapore, Bangkok tiffs
(The Philippine Star)

MANILA, Philippines - Young Bicol swimmers who are members of the Ibalong Magayon Aquagliders Swim Club (IMASC) will participate in two international competitions scheduled this November and December, according to IMASC president Arlon Rances.

Trisha Anne Oliveros, Jea Kassandra Talavera, Matthew Thomas Tan, and Jan Vincent Llaguno have qualified to join the Philippine team that will compete in the All Nation Swimming Cup to be held in Singapore on Nov. 19.

Last August, the four young swimmers, together with six other swimmers from Ibalong Magayon Swim Club, were part of the Philippine team that competed in Singapore where they won several medals.

Oliveros, winner of the Most Outstanding Swimmer Award in the 11-12 years old category, said, “We are really excited to go back and compete again in Singapore where we will be challenged to really give our best considering that more countries are participating this time.”

The Ibalong Magayon Aquagliders will also participate in the Patana Invitational Swim Meet to be held in Bangkok, Thailand Dec. 9-11.

“Most of our swimmers who are in competitive swimming will join this Bangkok competition. They really train hard, almost daily, to prepare for these competitions and we can see their passion to excel. As parents, we are there to support them as they realize their dreams,” Rances said.

Albay Provincial Governor Joey Salceda and Legazpi City Mayor Gie Rosal have given their full support to the young Bicolano swimmers. The IMASC is affiliated with the Philippine Swim League whose founder and President, Susan Papa, has continuously nurtured the young club in terms of providing the opportunities for the young swimmers.

drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 04:23 PM

Albay was not hit directly. We're still at signal no. 2 and it was raining quite hard during the ay but the rains and winds are now starting to subside. :banana:

Salamat man at bako makusog ini. It is a good thing din to follow Jose Salceda's FB account ta halos niyaon na gabos duman ang updates sa bagyo asin sa mga pigigiribo kang local government sa Albay. Kaya lang yata his FB profile's "likes" has already breached the 5k "likes" which I think is the limit for one profile account. Arog man kaini ang "problema" ni pading romy ta dakulon man siyang fans sa FB kaya dai na siya ma-like kang gustong makabasa kang mga status niya :lol:

It's good to know Albay, and also generally Bicol, was spared the worst of the typhoon's effects. You're right, it pays to keep yourself updated with the latest news. Hopefully, evacuees won't be so foolhardy or stubborn as to rush back to their homes before being given the go ahead.
I agree Salceda's account is a treasure trove of information.

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 04:37 PM

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 04:41 PM

The Calm Before the Storm, Sunday Morning at the Boulevard. It started to rain late Sunday evening.

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kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 04:44 PM

Clean grayish fine sand at Puro. Magayon sya paghilingon actually. Plus the waters are clean in this part.

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kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 04:55 PM

Volkswagen Car Show at EDL

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The cluster of people at the second floor is the on-going recruitment for Puregold. Puregold is at the first floor behind those food stalls.:cheers:

drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 04:56 PM

Hataw at the Boulevard

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The Legazpi Boulevard has had such a positive effect, not only in terms of tourism and the wonderful views it affords, but also in terms of promoting health and fitness and encouraging citizens to come out and take regular exercise. Let's just hope it remains well maintained and litter-free.

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 04:59 PM

The Legazpi Boulevard has had such a positive effect, not only in terms of tourism and the wonderful views it affords, but also in terms of promoting health and fitness and encouraging citizens to come out and take regular exercise. Let's just hope it remains well maintained and litter-free.

Yes Doc. the Hataw Na program has been going on for over a year now, ever since, the boulevard became available to the public. It has been a haven for fitness buffs like joggers, and cyclists. Legazpi is fast becoming a fitness friendly city. :cheers:

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:02 PM

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:03 PM

Legazpi Seaport, busier than ever.

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http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/296843_10150321861628425_588288424_7935744_2115572622_n.jpg

drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 05:03 PM

Yes Doc. the Hataw Na program has been going on for over a year now, ever since, the boulevard became available to the public. It has been a haven for fitness buffs like joggers, and cyclists. Legazpi is fast becoming a fitness friendly city. :cheers:

That's right. If plans go ahead to extend the boulevard (up to Buenavista??) then it could even be used as a practice trail for a marathon, or other sporting events. In fact, I hope they keep it pedestrianized or limit vehicle use, so people can continue to enjoy it as a space for walking, sports and exploration.

jhid

September 26th, 2011, 05:12 PM

Hataw at the Boulevard

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Siguro pag nyaon ako sa Legaspi munyan ay saro ako sa mga tawo digdi na nageexercise ta I do this before sa may CCP area before I do my regular jog :) May mga buko stalls man digdi sa boulevard which makes for a very healthy drink ( per PNoy's recommendation also) after all that effort to stay fit :nuts:

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:15 PM

Additional Streetlights at the Boulevard.

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Sorry for the blurred pics and that's not my car.:bash:

drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 05:16 PM

drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 05:18 PM

drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 05:21 PM

Busloads of visitors

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Legazpi Seaport, busier than ever.

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Imagine how much busier it will be once the seaport is fully upgraded, as per the rendering I posted here.

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:21 PM

That's right. If plans go ahead to extend the boulevard (up to Buenavista??) then it could even be used as a practice trail for a marathon, or other sporting events. In fact, I hope they keep it pedestrianized or limit vehicle use, so people can continue to enjoy it as a space for walking, sports and exploration.

There actually a lane for joggers, bikers etc... etc..
Huni po.

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/313844_10150321869933425_588288424_7935818_140983561_n.jpg

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What's good is that it's going to be a shaded lane when the coconut treest become fully grown.:lol:

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:24 PM

I like those vintage cars. I wonder how much they cost each? What market is Puregold aimed at? Mid or high end?

They're not for sale Doc.:nuts: They're owned by the Association of Volks Owners.

I think Puregold is aimed at the middle class Doc.

drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 05:25 PM

There actually a lane for joggers, bikers etc... etc..
Huni po.

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/313844_10150321869933425_588288424_7935818_140983561_n.jpg

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What's good is that it's going to be a shaded lane when the coconut treest become fully grown.:lol:

A joggers lane, in addition to the famous lovers' lane?? :lol::lol:
Yes, it needs more trees to provide shade and shelter....maybe some acacia trees and more coconut trees.

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:27 PM

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:29 PM

Legazpi City Fire Station

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City Hall? It's too small for a City Hall. Maybe a Department of the City Hall.
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drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 05:29 PM

Miguel de Legazpi Monument

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In my opinion, this monument would look a bit better if it were placed in a small park or square. It looks a bit out of place on a small traffic island, with that steep hill looming behind it - the usual electric wires!!

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:30 PM

Signal No. 1 na lang po ang Albay. Sana tuloy tuloy na ang pagimprove kang weather.

drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 05:31 PM

Signal No. 1 na lang po ang Albay. Sana tuloy tuloy na ang pagimprove kang weather.

Great news, so the worst is over! :cheers::)

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:32 PM

In my opinion, this monument would look a bit better if it were placed in a small park or square. It looks a bit out of place on a small traffic island, with that steep hill looming behind it - the usual electric wires!!

You Have a point there.:cheers:

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:35 PM

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:37 PM

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kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:39 PM

Road to Lamba from the Boulevard.

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kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:41 PM

Housing units behind Dap Dap

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drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 05:45 PM

Downtown Legazpi on a Sunday

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Damn those Spaghetti wires!!!:ohno:

They are so unsightly! Tourists will not want to gaze at these wires and those awful, grey and dilapidated buildings. :bash::bash:
I think the old CBD needs a regeneration.

drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 05:46 PM

drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 05:51 PM

Road to Lamba from the Boulevard.

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Look at how the Tahao and Alternate Road areas have been transformed recently. Until the late '90s, they were just empty fields, now they are almost fully built up. It is very likely that the same transformation awaits this area. Hopefully, they will preserve some of the trees as a safeguard against landslides and floods.

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:54 PM

I was wondering why you mentioned the City Hall. Are there plans to relocate it here?

There are rumors but it is highly unlikely that it would be the one being constructed. It's too small.

I think the purpose of transferring the City Hall or if not some offices of the city hall is to increase foot traffic along the boulevard. More people means more business opportunities in the area.

kaniguan78

September 26th, 2011, 05:56 PM

Champorado and badi muna ngonyan na malipot asin mauran!!!

http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/166904_10150394465866756_652921755_10163718_1030233983_n.jpg

Photo by Joey Salceda (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150394465866756&set=a.10150394465811756.409905.652921755&type=1&theater)

drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 06:00 PM

There are rumors but it is highly unlikely that it would be the one being constructed. It's too small.

I think the purpose of transferring the City Hall or if not some offices of the city hall is to increase foot traffic along the boulevard. More people means more business opportunities in the area.

I see. I wonder if that strategy will work. They do need something to attract the crowds.

Champorado and badi muna ngonyan na malipot asin mauran!!!

http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/166904_10150394465866756_652921755_10163718_1030233983_n.jpg

Photo by Joey Salceda (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150394465866756&set=a.10150394465811756.409905.652921755&type=1&theater)

I miss this rainy weather treat!

Matteo

September 26th, 2011, 08:28 PM

drfeelgood17

September 26th, 2011, 08:49 PM

it looks neat and uniform, though, compared to the usual jumbly wires and cables :D

I see. We do spaghetti wires, but with style! :lol:

iMilo

September 26th, 2011, 10:15 PM

Housing units behind Dap Dap

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Who are eligible in these housing units? Resettlers? Squatters?
With due respect to those struggling financially, we need more of these type of housing to make the City presentable and attractive to business investors.
And hopefully jobs will follow as a head wind to the economic growth of the City, if not the province.

kaniguan78

September 27th, 2011, 12:05 AM

Who are eligible in these housing units? Resettlers? Squatters?
With due respect to those struggling financially, we need more of these type of housing to make the City presentable and attractive to business investors.
And hopefully jobs will follow as a head wind to the economic growth of the City, if not the province.

Both sir. More will be built on that vacant lot in the foreground.

iMilo

September 27th, 2011, 05:17 AM

Look at how the Tahao and Alternate Road areas have been transformed recently. Until the late '90s, they were just empty fields, now they are almost fully built up. It is very likely that the same transformation awaits this area. Hopefully, they will preserve some of the trees as a safeguard against landslides and floods.

I know where the Lamba Road ends. The question is, where does it start or where do you access it? Will it connect to the Estanza Road or is it one of those "don't even think about it" ideas.

garycooper

September 27th, 2011, 05:45 AM

I know where the Lamba Road ends. The question is, where does it start or where do you access it? Will it connect to the Estanza Road or is it one of those "don't even think about it" ideas.

I passed by this area when I went home two weeks ago. Here are my comments:

1. This housing project is located in what can now be considered as a very prime area. This is accessed via the new road that was built with its entry at Rizal St near Funerario Oro

2. I believe the building that was demolished here was the one where the former FNCB Finance (an affiliate of Citibank) branch was located. It means that the housing project maybe just about a kilometer from Rizal St.

3. If I am not mistaken, this a project of the city government. They should have located this housing project somewhere in Taysan where the first batches of the city's mass housing projects are already located. This six an expensive piece of property for mass housing. There is a lot of potential in this area after the Rizal St - Dapdap access road was completed.

4. The access road exits in Puro going to Legazpi Blvd.

2.

sivah

September 27th, 2011, 07:19 AM

‘Pedring’ pummels Bicol
Manila Times (http://www.manilatimes.net/index.php/opinion/columnist/8186-pedring-pummels-bicol)

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200,000 evacuated

THE Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical Astronomical and Services Administration (Pagasa) placed on Monday 40 areas under public storm signals, including Metro Manila or the National Capital Region (NCR), because of bad weather caused by Typhoon Pedring (international codename: Senat).

“We expect hazards such as landslides, flash floods, strong winds and storm surges,” said Pagasa senior state weather forecaster Robert Sawi.

Pedring packed maximum sustained winds of 130 kilometers per hour near the center and gustiness of up to 160 kph. As of Monday afternoon, it was located 260 kilometers east southeast of Casiguran, Aurora.

The state weather bureau placed eight areas under Storm Signal No. 3, 14 under Storm Signal No. 2 and 18 under Storm Signal No. 1.

Placed under Storm Signal No. 3 were: Catanduanes; Camarines Sur; Camarines Norte; Northern Quezon; Polillo Island; Aurora; Quirino; and Isabela.

Under Storm Signal No. 2: Albay; Burias Island; Sorsogon; rest of Quezon province; Rizal; Bulacan; Nueva Ecija; Nueva Vizcaya; Ifugao; Benguet; Mt. Province; Kalinga; Cagayan; and Metro Manila.

Under Storm Signal No. 1: Ticao Island; Masbate; Marinduque; Batangas; Cavite; Bataan; Laguna; Pampanga; Zambales; Tarlac; Pangasinan; La Union; Ilocos Sur; Ilocos Norte; Abra; Apayao; Calayan; and Babuyan Group of Islands.

The weather bureau warned that Pedring would continue to build strength while at sea.

Pagasa has advised residents in low lying and mountainous areas under Public Storm Signals to be alert against possible flashfloods and landslides. Likewise, those living in coastal areas must be alert on big waves or storm surges generated by Pedring.

The typhoon is estimated to bring rainfall from 15 millimeters to 25 millimeters per hour within a 650-kilometer diameter.

Pedring is also expected to enhance the Southwest Monsoon and will bring scattered to widespread rains over Southern Luzon and the Visayas.

Evacuations
Authorities on Monday ordered more than 100,000 people living along the country’s east coast to evacuate as Pedring also forced schools to suspend classes and flights to be cancelled. Reports from the Bicol region showed the number of people to be evacuated could reach over 200,000.

Bernardo Alejandro, Office of Civil Defense Region 5 Director, told The Manila Times that six fishermen from Canaman village in Camarines Sur were reported missing. Meanwhile, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said also on Monday that three fishermen were missing after two motorbancas capsized in Masbate on Sunday.

The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said that 111,930 residents from five towns that are highly prone to landslides and floods in the eastern province of Albay had been ordered to move to safer ground.

Pedring’s rains would also affect the southern island of Mindanao, where a major river system overflowed its banks because of heavy rains that began last week, killing two and displacing over 11,000 families, Pagasa said.

An average of 20 storms and typhoons batter the Philippines every year.

Malacañang also on Monday called on the citizens to vacate low-lying, be extra cautious and follow orders from concerned government agencies following the announcement of the weather bureau that Tropical Storm Pedring has intensified into a typhoon as of 11 a.m. yesterday.

Presidential Deputy Spokesperson Abigail Valte said that the Palace is continuously giving updates to President Benigno Aquino 3rd who is presently in Japan for a state visit.

She added that the government is ready to extend help especially to areas susceptible to flooding, erosion, and similar incidences in times of typhoon.

Classes suspended
The Department of Education (DepEd) suspended afternoon classes in Metro Manila also on Monday, citing bad weather conditions brought by Pedring.

DepEd-NCR Director Elena Ruiz said that the suspension of classes covered private and public schools in the preschool, elementary and high school levels.

“Dahil sa magiging masama [ang lagay ng panahon] pagdating ng hapon, pinapasya namin sa NCR na suspendihin ang klase simula 12 ng araw na ito [Because the weather would be worsening by afternoon, DepEd-NCR has decided to suspend classes from 12 noon today],” Ruiz said in an interview over dzBB radio.

Meanwhile, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) said that the decision to suspend college and university classes will depend on school officials.

CHED executive director Julito Vitriolo said that their protocol is to allow colleges and universities to decide on class suspensions.

“Nasa heads of institutions ng colleges and universities ang discretion dito [The discretion to suspend classes in colleges and universities are with the school heads],” Vitriolo said also in an interview over dzBB radio.

The CHED automatically suspends classes at the college level only under Storm Signal No. 3.

Hard hit
As tropical storm Pedring intensified to typhoon and gained more strength, Albay, Camarines Sur, Sorsogon, Camarines Norte and Burias Island in the Bicol region was hit by bad weather, forcing the mandatory evacuation of more than 200,000 people living in flood and landslide prone areas.

“We’re enforcing immediate and mandatory evacuation of 21,547 families or 111,930 people to avoid casualties,” Gov. Joey Salceda of Albay told The Manila Times.

Based on records of the Albay Public Safety Emergency Management Office, there are 34,337 families or 180,987 persons living in flood prone and 6,171 families or 26,842 persons residing in landslide prone areas in the province, or a total of 40,505 families equivalent to 207,824 people covering the towns of Libon, Oas, Polangui, Manilao and Rapu-Rapu.

Salceda also ordered the suspension of classes in all levels, no sailing to sea, crossing of rivers and flooded areas upon technical advice of Pagasa.

Also on Monday afternoon, the Albay governor ordered the suspension of work in government offices except for the elements of military, police, Departments of Social Welfare and Development, and the Department of Health. Private firms, offices and institutions were also encouraged to send their personnel home early.

Canceled flights
At least 41 domestic flights were canceled also on Monday because of the bad weather brought by Pedring, an advisory from the Manila International Airport Authority Media Affairs Division said.

Flag-carrier Philippine Airlines canceled its flight from Manila to Legaspi City and vice versa—PR 277 and PR 278.

Air Philippines also canceled its flights from Manila to Masbate City and vice versa—2P 021 and 2P 022; six flights from Manila to Naga City and vice versa—2P 261, 2P 262, 2P265, 2P 266, 2P 263 and 2P 264; Manila to Legaspi City and vice versa—2P 925 and 2P 926.

Meanwhile, Cebu Pacific canceled its flights from Manila to Virac, Catanduanes and vice versa—5J 821 and 5J 822; Manila to Calbayog City and vice versa—5J 707 and 5J 708; four flights from Manila to Legaspi City—5J 325, 5J 326, 5J 827 and 5J 828; six flights from Manila to Naga City—5J 521, 5J 522, 5J 523, 5J 524, 5J 525 and 5J 526; four flights from Manila to Cauayan, Isabela—5J 196, 5J 197, 5J 323 and 5J 324; Manila to Tuguegarao City and vice versa—5J 508 and 5J 509; Manila to Caticlan, Aklan and vice versa—5J 901 and 5J 902; and Manila to Busuanga, Palawan and vice versa—5J 531 and 5J 532.

Zest Air canceled its flights from Manila to Masbate City and vice versa—Z2 260 and Z2 261; Manila to Virac, Ctanduanes and vice versa—Z2 230 and Z2 231; and Manila to Legaspi City and vice versa—Z2 220 and Z2 221.

Stranded passengers
Meanwile, the PCG also on Monday said that at least 935 passengers were stranded in various ports of the country because of bad weather caused by Pedring.

Lt. Commander Algier Ricafrente, PCG spokesman, said that the 935 passengers were mostly come from the ports in the Bicol region and Quezon province.

He said that of the 935 stranded, 270 were from Tabaco and 158 in Pio Duran both in Albay province; 150 from Pilar port in Sorsogon province; 26 in Bapor port in Masbate province; 10 in San Andres port in Catanduanes; and 170 in Dalahican port in Lucena City, Quezon province.

The PCG added that at least 18 ships and 13 motor boats, nine buses were not allowed to travel because of bad weather. It also said that all seacraft weighing less than 1,000 tons are prohibited to leave ports.

The coast guard said that the public can reach the agency through its hotlines (02) 527-3877 or (02) 527-8481 and PCG hot text 0917-PCGDOTC or 0917-724-3682.

The agency also said that the coast guard is now accepting relief goods, which will be distributed to typhoon affected areas.

Meanwhile, the Department of Public Works and Highways said on its advisory that as of 8 a.m. also on Monday that all roads were passable in the Albay Second and Camarines Sur Foruth Engineering Districts, even if these were affected by minor flooding and landslides

It said that Disaster Risk Reduction Management teams are on standby and will be deployed as soon as weather permits.

The DPWH added that that Olayan Bridge in Bacusanaon, Pangantukan, Bukidnon remains passable to all kinds of vehicles except for overloaded trucks.

nacnuD 2:-)

September 27th, 2011, 09:06 AM

Sept 27. 2011 10AM
@ 2nd floor Pacific Mall (near Food Plaza)

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nacnuD 2:-)

September 27th, 2011, 09:07 AM

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nacnuD 2:-)

September 27th, 2011, 09:17 AM

Sept 25, 2011 Sunday afternoon

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Monsi

September 27th, 2011, 11:14 AM

During the old days (particularly the martial law years), Legazpi airport actually was a mini-hub since there were PAL flights from Legazpi to Virac and Masbate and also Cebu. The flight schedule somewhat looked like this:

MWF : Manila - Legazpi - Masbate - Legazpi - Manila
TTS : Manila - Legazpi - Virac - Legazpi - Manila

PAL used propeller type Fokker planes. On top of these flights there was still the daily jet flights using BAC-111.

Back then there were also already Legazpi - Cebu flights. If I am not mistaken PAL used its Sunriser planes.Yes, my uncle and aunt apparently used to fly direct to Cebu from Legazpi way back in the late 1970s and early '80s. There was even a direct train service all the way to Legazpi from Manila back then. And there were air conditioned carriages, however, the trains were very slow.
My father used to take PAL YS 11 to Cebu in the late 70's/early 80's. PAL then had missionary sectors from Legazpi to Virac, Masbate, even Catarman. PAL introduced the BAC 1-11s in the early 70's after runway 06/24 was extended to more than 2,000 meters (at 2,280 meters, that's longer than Mandurriao and old Bacolod). There were evening and early morning flights--dubbed PAL Bulilit (no, the planes were not small properller-driven aircraft, but BAC 1-11 twin jets--btw, the jet age firct came to Southern Luzon in Legazpi--the fare was 'bulilit' because evening and early morning flights were supposed to be priced 'cheap.' As you know, a pope even visited Legazpi because he had to fly using a PAL Boeing 727 trijet--no airport in Southern Luzon has the capability to welcome this medium range/haul aircraft, not even Virac, which used to host then Asian Spirit's BAE's (four-engined Avro 100's).

Steve, PNR might be able to resume operation to Legazpi--but unless they reclaim the original 15 meters-wide right-of-way by banishing those unsightly squatters--er, informal settles to be politically correct, minimizing at-grade intersections, and upgrading from Cape Guage to Standard Guage, the bus will beat the train in terms of speed. There was the Prestige trains which left Legazpi terminus at 8:00 p.m. (convenient schedule for businessmen and bureaucrats who had to finish a full day's work or appointment) and arrive in Tutuban around 5:00 a.m., sometimes way ahead of Bicol Express and Mayon Limited. But then a great flood in 1975 washed out a bridge in Daraga and for some time travellers had to use the station in Camalig.

Then the opening of Maharlika Highway and bus companies with terminals conveniently located in or closer to downtown spelled the doom of PNR--we saw the rise (and fall) of JB Line, and the sustained primacy of the bus line patronized mostly by Albayanos and Legazpenos, Cagsawa (I hope this Tabaco-based transport business will diversify--say, Cagsawa Air or Cagsawa Rail, heheh.

Marcos revived train operations to Legazpi before the Snap Elections by opening a new route south of Daraga, but sadly PNR was not a priority of Cory's (what a way to repay a province that gave her the most number of votes in terms of percentage nationwide, beating even Tarlac)--she left it to rot (I hope Pnoy will not mothball the PNR Main Line South rehabilitation just because it is one of GMA's flagship projects).

Gary, those Ireland-made Shorts Brothers SD-360 'Sunrisers' did not last long in PAL's fleet because one crashed in Mindanao. It was already Cory's time--I don't like how they looked like: long noses and boxy fuselage.

Before PAL went bankrupt in 1998, they used the Fokker 50's for Virac, Masbate, and Cebu flights (to/from Legazpi), and Boeing 737-300's (introduced here in the late 80's) for Manila-Legazpi & vv sector.

I hope typhoon Pedring didn't do you harm; Metro Manila suffered a severe lashing (as seen on TV). Albay suffered negligible damage--no widespread power outage (contrary to reports on national television).

Maray na Albay satuya gabos.

megalgzp

September 27th, 2011, 04:52 PM

Housing units behind Dap Dap

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i don't know these units. Bago ba to? The houses look cute in blue. Are they for the illegal settlers?

kaniguan78

September 27th, 2011, 05:26 PM

i don't know these units. Bago ba to? The houses look cute in blue. Are they for the illegal settlers?

They're relatively new. For those displaced in dap dap and victory village.

megalgzp

September 27th, 2011, 05:52 PM

This is a good move for the city government because they have a heart for these people. And to think that those units look nice. Someday I want to see Legazpi City like Cebu or Bacolod where you can't barely see a barong-barong.
Kudos to Legazpi City government and Mayor Gie!

megalgzp

September 27th, 2011, 05:59 PM

Aboitiz Power Corp. (APC) has started providing power to Albay Electric Cooperative (Aleco), which distributes electricity to the entire province of Albay.
- The government is evaluating 4 trillion pesos ($92 billion) worth of proposed projects for the investment programme that will implement the Aquino administration's medium-term economic growth strategy, said Rolando Tungpalan, deputy director-general at the National Economic and Development Authority. (PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER) :)

megalgzp

September 27th, 2011, 06:17 PM

megalgzp

September 27th, 2011, 06:32 PM

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ORIENTAL ENTREE FOODS
#8 L. Rivera Street, Old Albay, Legazpi City

kaniguan78

September 28th, 2011, 12:54 AM

ORIENTAL ENTREE FOODS
#8 L. Rivera Street, Old Albay, Legazpi City

Is this a restaurant?

Dante_54

September 28th, 2011, 01:05 AM

jocuatro

September 28th, 2011, 03:06 AM

Brandon32

September 28th, 2011, 04:13 AM

ini na kaya ang pigsasabi ko kaidto?:)

another mall?! grabe naman yan...ang liit-liit ng urban area ng legazpi city eh padami ng padami ang mall..:):):)

megalgzp

September 28th, 2011, 06:45 AM

Is this a restaurant?

Restaurant and catering. :)

Monsi

September 28th, 2011, 08:30 AM

Mall Operations Manager (Legazpi, Albay) - For huge group of companies Ortigas based)

DIRECT and PERMANENT HIRE. Competitve Salary

- Male or Female
- Preferably residents of Legazpi / applicants willing to relocate in Legazpi
- Experience in same capacity
- Direct and Permanent Hire
- Very Urgent
- Competitive Salary awaits
- Pref can work asap

Interested applicants may send their resume at careers@auroraresource.com.ph

According to the source, this is not Puregold nor SM. So, ano kaya ini? Country Mall or Ayala nabanggit. Let's wait na lang kung ano ba talaga to. Anyway this is good news whatever it is.:banana:ini na kaya ang pigsasabi ko kaidto?:)I want Ayala Center, this mall is comparable to Embarcadero, not a box type mall.another mall?! grabe naman yan...ang liit-liit ng urban area ng legazpi city eh padami ng padami ang mall..:):):)

>What do we need all these malls for? Why do we have to have two Savemore branches?
>If this position were for a new mall, why hire way way ahead of constrution (I don't see any abuilding!)?
>My conjecture: a local mall manager got fired, thus a vacant position in PM/Gaisano, Embarcadero, or ABSEC. Tibaad LCC!:)

drfeelgood17

September 28th, 2011, 09:04 AM

another mall?! grabe naman yan...ang liit-liit ng urban area ng legazpi city eh padami ng padami ang mall..:):):)

- Yes, but remember, Albay will soon have four, and probably even five cities. All of which are less than one hour's drive from Legazpi. Daraga, which will be the next city, is right next to Legazpi. Sorsogon City is also just an hour's drive - an additional 150,000 mall customers on top of those Albay cities. That is quite an achievement for such a small province.

for Albay to have a million tourists...it needs the SLIA to operate and will take probably 5 more years to achieve it...ang Boracay nga, kilalang-kilala na worlwide as tourist destination eh hindi man lang makaabot ng 1M tourists for one year...ang clark/subic...may international airport na sila..pero hindi pa nila ma achieve ito...pwede pa cebu at manila kasi matagal na silang established as urban and tourist destination sa asia kaya kaya nila ang million visitors...:):)

- Boracay - yes, it is popular and internationally well known, but somewhat disadvantaged by its location. The flight transfer AND boat transfer puts off tourists who don't have much time to spare.

- Clark/Subic - despite its international airport, it isn't that popular with international tourists. Unless you're really interested in the Pinatubo area landscape, there isn't much else to see. And it's too close to Manila's NAIA, with which it directly competes.

- Cebu/Manila - international tourists have no other choice but to enter the country through either NAIA or Mactan. That automatically boosts the tourists numbers in those cities, even if they are just passing through or transiting. Legazpi will get a similar boost from BIA, just watch this space!

I agree with your overall logical assessment of tourism statistics. It is not impossible to achieve those figures, but it does require effort and perseverance and will not be produced by a magic wand. :):):)

drfeelgood17

September 28th, 2011, 09:24 AM

My father used to take PAL YS 11 to Cebu in the late 70's/early 80's. PAL then had missionary sectors from Legazpi to Virac, Masbate, even Catarman. PAL introduced the BAC 1-11s in the early 70's after runway 06/24 was extended to more than 2,000 meters (at 2,280 meters, that's longer than Mandurriao and old Bacolod). There were evening and early morning flights--dubbed PAL Bulilit (no, the planes were not small properller-driven aircraft, but BAC 1-11 twin jets--btw, the jet age firct came to Southern Luzon in Legazpi--the fare was 'bulilit' because evening and early morning flights were supposed to be priced 'cheap.' As you know, a pope even visited Legazpi because he had to fly using a PAL Boeing 727 trijet--no airport in Southern Luzon has the capability to welcome this medium range/haul aircraft, not even Virac, which used to host then Asian Spirit's BAE's (four-engined Avro 100's).

Steve, PNR might be able to resume operation to Legazpi--but unless they reclaim the original 15 meters-wide right-of-way by banishing those unsightly squatters--er, informal settles to be politically correct, minimizing at-grade intersections, and upgrading from Cape Guage to Standard Guage, the bus will beat the train in terms of speed. There was the Prestige trains which left Legazpi terminus at 8:00 p.m. (convenient schedule for businessmen and bureaucrats who had to finish a full day's work or appointment) and arrive in Tutuban around 5:00 a.m., sometimes way ahead of Bicol Express and Mayon Limited. But then a great flood in 1975 washed out a bridge in Daraga and for some time travellers had to use the station in Camalig.

- I agree, PNR needs to secure land along the railway tracks for its exclusive use - and not as a home for 'informal settlers'. But looking ahead to the future, railways, provided the tracks have the capacity, can be upgraded to high speed - look at Japan, France and China. No bus on earth can be beat that!

Then the opening of Maharlika Highway and bus companies with terminals conveniently located in or closer to downtown spelled the doom of PNR--we saw the rise (and fall) of JB Line, and the sustained primacy of the bus line patronized mostly by Albayanos and Legazpenos, Cagsawa (I hope this Tabaco-based transport business will diversify--say, Cagsawa Air or Cagsawa Rail, heheh.

- Cagsawa Air in addition to Bicol Air! :cheers:

Marcos revived train operations to Legazpi before the Snap Elections by opening a new route south of Daraga, but sadly PNR was not a priority of Cory's (what a way to repay a province that gave her the most number of votes in terms of percentage nationwide, beating even Tarlac)--she left it to rot (I hope Pnoy will not mothball the PNR Main Line South rehabilitation just because it is one of GMA's flagship projects).

- I'm not a fan of old MacDonald and his frozen remains :nuts: (please just bury him!) but even I as a child noticed the deterioration of Legazpi/Albay following Cory's takeover. No more trains, flights at LEG reduced to once a day at one point, general neglect after SISANG in 1987....let's see if her son is as ingrata as her - it's early days yet...we'll see! :lol:

Gary, those Ireland-made Shorts Brothers SD-360 'Sunrisers' did not last long in PAL's fleet because one crashed in Mindanao. It was already Cory's time--I don't like how they looked like: long noses and boxy fuselage.

- They looked dangerous too. I would rather do a skydive!

Before PAL went bankrupt in 1998, they used the Fokker 50's for Virac, Masbate, and Cebu flights (to/from Legazpi), and Boeing 737-300's (introduced here in the late 80's) for Manila-Legazpi & vv sector.

I hope typhoon Pedring didn't do you harm; Metro Manila suffered a severe lashing (as seen on TV). Albay suffered negligible damage--no widespread power outage (contrary to reports on national television).

Maray na Albay satuya gabos.

- Too much coverage is given by the media to the mandatory Albay evacuations. Unfortunately, this always sounds dramatic and over the top, even if that wasn't the intention of the journalists. This is partly due to Salceda's high profile in the media.

nacnuD 2:-)

September 28th, 2011, 11:32 AM

Albay Astrodome
Albay District, Legazpi City 4500

http://i973.photobucket.com/albums/ae214/naes_nacnud/Photo0124.jpg

http://i973.photobucket.com/albums/ae214/naes_nacnud/20110928172657.jpg

drfeelgood17

September 28th, 2011, 12:22 PM

Albay Astrodome
Albay District, Legazpi City 4500

http://i973.photobucket.com/albums/ae214/naes_nacnud/Photo0124.jpg

http://i973.photobucket.com/albums/ae214/naes_nacnud/20110928172657.jpg

I like the inclusion of GPS maps in your posts, it's very helpful! :okay:

Brandon32

September 28th, 2011, 03:54 PM

^ mobile phone cguro tig gamit dyan? yup malaking tulong talaga yang map...

Brandon32

September 28th, 2011, 03:57 PM

>What do we need all these malls for? Why do we have to have two Savemore branches?
>If this position were for a new mall, why hire way way ahead of constrution (I don't see any abuilding!)?
>My conjecture: a local mall manager got fired, thus a vacant position in PM/Gaisano, Embarcadero, or ABSEC. Tibaad LCC!:)

pero nyata ortigas based croup of campanies? ortigas ba based ang LCC? diba tabaco?

nacnuD 2:-)

September 29th, 2011, 12:39 AM

I like the inclusion of GPS maps in your posts, it's very helpful! :okay:

^ mobile phone cguro tig gamit dyan? yup malaking tulong talaga yang map...

Salamat sa pag-apreciar.

Tama ka Brandon...gamit ko mobile phone. :)

Marhay na Albay satuya gabos.

kaniguan78

September 29th, 2011, 02:15 AM

Albay Aerial Shots

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Resettlement Site at Cullat, Daraga. You can see Daraga Church at the upper left corner.

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LKY Terminal

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/297797_10150397101111756_652921755_10178780_239290679_n.jpg
Peerless LKY Hotel

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La Edley

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Kilicao Bridge

Gov. Joey Salceda (https://www.facebook.com/#!/media/set/?set=a.10150397091216756.410463.652921755&type=1)

Brandon32

September 29th, 2011, 02:51 AM

Brandon32

September 29th, 2011, 02:52 AM

Salamat sa pag-apreciar.

Tama ka Brandon...gamit ko mobile phone. :)

Marhay na Albay satuya gabos.

youare welcome pading duncan.maray na Albay!

kaniguan78

September 29th, 2011, 02:54 AM

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/312229_10150397058181756_652921755_10178313_1995025293_n.jpg
Bañag Junction

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Daraga Poblacion

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Camalig Poblacion

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https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/300364_10150397069651756_652921755_10178432_247454280_n.jpg
LCC, Polangui

Gov. Joey Salceda (https://www.facebook.com/#!/media/set/?set=a.10150397055991756.410456.652921755&type=1)

Brandon32

September 29th, 2011, 02:58 AM

Airport is not needed for tourism only. It is a means of transportation. After seeing the effects of typhoon in all parts of the country, I can say that Legazpi should be thankful for having an airport that could serve the whole Bicol because many relief and operations can be delivered the soonest possible way. BIA can serve the region even there is bad weather, unlike today that most flights are cancelled because our airports here in Bicol are not much equipped for landing unlike what Cebu, Manila or Davao has. Time for Bicol Region to have an international airport and we should be thankful that it is coming in 2013. Well, BIA is in Alobo, Daraga, Albay but based on the name: BICOL INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, it will be serving the whole region. No nonsense and no selfishness.

Thats true!...basically SLIA will cater to the 5+ million population (bicol and samar island) plus the OFWs from these areas..yung tourists part lang yan ng mag bebenefit sa magandang international airport(SLIA)...

Brandon32

September 29th, 2011, 03:08 AM

Galing talaga ng development sa Albay,look:

1. Legazpi City and Daraga(City)- metropolitan in the making
2. Ligao City, Tabaco City and Polangui- metropolitan in the making

drfeelgood17

September 29th, 2011, 03:27 AM

Galing talaga ng development sa Albay,look:

1. Legazpi City and Daraga(City)- metropolitan in the making
2. Ligao City, Tabaco City and Polangui- metropolitan in the making

Good morning Albayanos!

Yes, in fact, as I said in my previous post, pretty much the whole province of Albay is potentially one big metro area, with the exception of some remote towns and islands (Manito, Jovellar...etc).

Thanks for the new aerial pics, Duncan! :cheers: (gari na alcoholic hehe)

Brandon32

September 29th, 2011, 06:28 AM

Amphibian aircrafts to fly tourists to Bicol destinations starting October

September 28, 2011 10:39 pm

By Danny O. Calleja

LEGAZPI CITY, Sept 28 -– A new local air transport firm is set to start commercial operations of amphibious aircrafts that would fly the routes between this prime Bicol city and major coastal destinations in the region on October 15, its management announced on Wednesday.

Southwest Airlines (SWA), which is owned by millionaire-congressman Al Francis Bichara of the second district of Albay, will initially field an eight-seater Britten Norman Islander aircraft for short-run flights within the so-called Bicol Air Express line connecting this city and Naga City with major beachfront tourist destinations in the region.

At first, SWA will also offer non-scheduled flights for tourists from this city to diving and water surfing destinations in Catanduanes and Camarines Norte, whale sharks and manta ray interaction sites in Donsol, Sorsogon and Ticao Pass in Masbate and major beach resorts in the region.

Airline manager Ramon Torres said on Wednesday they are already in the marketing stage of the first phase of SWA’s operations which is the non-scheduled flights exclusively for tourists with confirmed holiday package bookings to areas with popular beach resorts.

However, should the flight manifest would only list a minimum number of passengers past break-even point, ordinary passengers would be accommodated for a fee of not more than P1,500 for a one-way flight, Torres said, explaining that their “boutique airline” cannot play in competition with the budget fares being offered by bigger airline companies.

When SWA enters its second phase of operations which is the scheduled flights, it would lease two 50-seater Nihon YS-11 jetprops that would fly Virac, Catanduanes from here for only 15 minutes, he said.

For the third phase, Torres said two 60-seater Fokker F50 jetprops would also be added to the airline’s fleet for its Air Palawan that would serve the routes between the Visayas and Mindanao cities.

It also plans to order a 19-seater DHC-6 Twin Otter seaplane which will be based in Cebu to serve tourists destinations that do not have airports like Siargao, Camiguin and Siquijor, among others.

For the meantime, the airline manager said they are in the process of obtaining endorsements of local government units (LGUs) of the proposed destinations which are needed for SWA to be granted a permit to operate by the national government.

“Talks with resort and tour operators are also being undertaken for them to come up with marketing programs for local destinations,” he added.

Department of Tourism (DOT) regional director for Bicol Maria Ong-Ravanilla said the impending SWA operation is a welcome development for the region’s tourism industry. “Its amphibious plane flights will certainly facilitate the movement of tourists to more local destinations, particularly those that are in isolated islands or far from airports.

Ravanilla said tourism is a prime industry of Bicol that has been achieving tremendous growth owing to the development of more destinations and attractions initiated by both the national and local governments. “We are now receiving over two million tourists yearly since about three years ago and this number is persistently growing,” she said.

Bicol had even overtaken Cebu, Boracay and Davao in numbers of arrivals last year making the region the second most visited tourist destination next to Manila. The region’s tourism industry also ranked number one in growth last year, Ravanilla added.

Most visited areas in the region are Albay for its majestic Mayon Volcano, fantastic beaches, wonderful eco-tourism sites and aggressive urban development particularly in this city, the regional government center that offer world-class support facilities and Camarines Sur for its Camarines Sur Watersports Complex (CWC) and Gota Village Resort in along the Caramoan Peninsula.

Other top destinations are Donsol, Sorsogon for its whale sharks, the exciting rare marine giants that have been drawing thousands of visitors who are fascinated by its being gentle to human despite its enormous size and Masbate for its Manta Ray Bowl off Ticao Island and the yearly rodeo festival that fits high-caliber cowboys and cowgirls in breathtaking rodeo competitions.

Catanduanes and Camarines Norte had also been attracting tourist for their coastal waters and beaches that are ideal for surfing and scuba diving, Ravanilla added. (PNA)

Source:http://balita.ph/2011/09/28/amphibian-aircrafts-to-fly-tourists-to-bicol-destinations-starting-october/

I think this is a good move by the DOT...to promote Bicol region as one tourist destination..Kudos to the DOT Region 5!

megalgzp

September 29th, 2011, 10:25 AM

megalgzp

September 29th, 2011, 10:49 AM

The moderator should check everyone's posts, not only here in Legazpi because you are reducing our posts here in Legazpi. Be fair to everyone.

megalgzp

September 29th, 2011, 10:53 AM

NATIONWIDE TEST FOR DPWH ENGINEERS LAUNCHED
LEGAZPI CITY: A promotional test nationwide for public works and highways engineers has been re-launched in agreement with the Civil Service Commission (CSC) under the stewardship of Secretary Rogelio Singson.Bicol-DPWH regional director Danilo Dequito said the promotional test is similar with the promotional test initially launched by former secretary Gregorio Vigilar in agreement with the CSC in 1997. Dequito said the promotional test whose result will be strictly complied with covers all engineers with the rank of Engineer III up to regional director. Engineer III usually handles the position as section chief or project engineer; Engineer IV as assistant district engineer; and Engineer V for division chief. Dequito said the district engineer position is an item higher than a division chief, while the position of assistant regional director is director III and director IV for regional director. MANNY T. UGALDE

megalgzp

September 29th, 2011, 10:56 AM

Zest Air Zestday Wednesday seat sale promo as of September 29, 2011
September 29, 2011

Fly to Legazpi or Marinduque via Zest Air for only 388 pesos! Zest air now offers its latest seat sale promo for selected domestic flights from Manila to Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao starting at 388 pesos from September 28, 2011 to September 29, 2011 or until seats lst for travel periods October 1, 2011 to February 29, 2012.

megalgzp

September 29th, 2011, 10:58 AM

Albayanos pursue cleaner waters on Coastal Cleanup Day

LEGAZPI CITY, September 28 -- Representatives from various groups and organizations successfully conducted cleanup activities in selected sites in Albay last September 17.
Cleanup sites included the areas of Macabalo River, Brgy. Dapdap-Binanuaan and Puro; Victory Villages and Sabang; Pigcale, Baybay and San Roque; Rawis and Yawa River; and Sto. Domingo, Albay.
During the activity, participants were required to fill out data sheets that showed information on the debris and trash collected to determine the types and the total weight of trash collected in each area. The data gathered will then be analyzed and may be used in legislation, pollution prevention efforts, education of the marine debris crisis, and the creation of civic and environmental programs such as Adopt-a-Beach Programs and Plant-a-Mangrove Projects.
The Environmental Management Bureau 5 (EMB 5) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Rotary Club of Legazpi (RCLC) and Rotaract Club of Legazpi spearheaded the cleanup activity in the Albay area. Personnel of EMB 5 and RCLC oriented the participants on the proper filling out of data sheets and the main purpose of the activity.
Such cleanup activities are held annually and simultaneously on local, national and international levels in line with the observance of the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) Day every third Saturday of September. Furthermore, EMB 5 encourages Bicolanos to conduct cleanup activities not only on the International Coastal Cleanup Day but all year round.
This year, the ICC Day had the theme "Trash-Free Seas" to augment the significance of clean seas, not only to aquatic life forms but to humans as well. Moreover, the celebration aimed to intensify public awareness and address the various issues on our environment and its seas.
The ICC Day is known as the world's largest volunteer effort in fostering a clean and debris-free environment. Said celebration began in 1985 as initiated by Ocean Conservancy, an organization advocating ocean health. Globally, the Philippines is the second country with the largest number of volunteers on said effort. (MAL/DENR EMB V)

jocuatro

September 29th, 2011, 12:17 PM

The moderator should check everyone's posts, not only here in Legazpi because you are reducing our posts here in Legazpi. Be fair to everyone.

LIKE!:)

:lol: sa iba nganing thread mas malala pa kesa satuya ang forum, biyo nag-iiriwal na pero dai piga-delete. :ohno:
na-warningan pa si jocuatro!:banana: hay naku buhay!

Monsi

September 29th, 2011, 01:42 PM

LIKE!:)

:lol: sa iba nganing thread mas malala pa kesa satuya ang forum, biyo nag-iiriwal na pero dai piga-delete. :ohno:
na-warningan pa si jocuatro!:banana: hay naku buhay!

Moral: Keep to this thread, don't bother reading/lurking/posting elsewhere, mauyam ka sana. An mas makauyam pa kun minadarayo digdi sa satuyang tursido an mga aliens na mga sawung-sawung. Dai na bale su mga tunay an kolor; delikado so mga sagin-sagin may pagmakolog, iyo palan sa pairarum minatira. Early in 2009, one poseur succeeded in polarizing the members of this tread; i.e., Albayano versus Albayano:ohno: I hope it doesn't happen again.

Maray na Albay satuya gabos.:cheers:

joks_25

September 29th, 2011, 01:48 PM

drfeelgood17

September 29th, 2011, 02:39 PM

Moral: Keep to this thread, don't bother reading/lurking/posting elsewhere, mauyam ka sana. An mas makauyam pa kun minadarayo digdi sa satuyang tursido an mga aliens na mga sawung-sawung. Dai na bale su mga tunay an kolor; delikado so mga sagin-sagin may pagmakolog, iyo palan sa pairarum minatira. Early in 2009, one poseur succeeded in polarizing the members of this tread; i.e., Albayano versus Albayano:ohno: I hope it doesn't happen again.

Maray na Albay satuya gabos.:cheers:

i concur with sir monsi, now i realize pasalamat ako Albayano ako.

I know exactly which ones Monsi is referring to. PM me if you really want to know. They come up every now and then. It's so obvious they won't exactly win an Oscar. Just don't fall for the trap.

I agree. Let's just move on and focus on our own strengths from now on. Albay has so much to offer! :cheers:

drfeelgood17

September 29th, 2011, 02:50 PM

DOH-FDA leads observance of Generics Awareness Month

LEGAZPI CITY, September 28 (PIA) -- The Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) of the Department of Health (DOH) V pursues the need to increase awareness among the public on the availability of low cost, safe, and quality medicines in time for the observance of "Generics Awareness Month" this September.

The month-long celebration, pursuant to through Republic Act No. 6675, promote, require and ensure the production of an adequate supply, distribution, use and acceptance of drugs and medicines identified by their generic name.

This year’s theme “Generics para sa Kalusugan, Gamot Pangkalahatan Mag GENERICS na"

source: http://www.pia.gov.ph/?m=1&t=1&id=56626

swing_vote

September 29th, 2011, 02:54 PM

Huy!!! bawal mag-iriwal!!! hahhahaahah...

drfeelgood17

September 29th, 2011, 02:59 PM

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photo by AP- Mike Alquinto

^^ The shape of New Year's Eves to come....inspired by Hong Kong's fireworks??

nacnuD 2:-)

September 29th, 2011, 04:07 PM

National Statistics Office (NSO)
Regional Office 5
2/F Capitol Annex Bldg.

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view from NSO
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nacnuD 2:-)

September 29th, 2011, 04:09 PM

City Health Department

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nacnuD 2:-)

September 29th, 2011, 04:11 PM

AMA Computer College - Legazpi Campus

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Dante_54

September 29th, 2011, 04:34 PM

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Legazpi City

megalgzp

September 29th, 2011, 04:45 PM

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Legazpi City

Wow new hotel na naman in Legazpi!!!!:banana::banana::banana: They're coming and the hotels that are opening are the quality ones. WITH GOLF AND SHOPPING?

Great news! Hotels hotels hotels!!!

nacnuD 2:-)

September 29th, 2011, 05:08 PM

PLDT
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nacnuD 2:-)

September 29th, 2011, 05:30 PM

Jayson Marketing / Legazpi Eye Center / The Skin Center
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nacnuD 2:-)

September 30th, 2011, 01:48 AM

Marhay na Albay!

jocuatro

September 30th, 2011, 07:49 AM

Moral: Keep to this thread, don't bother reading/lurking/posting elsewhere, mauyam ka sana. An mas makauyam pa kun minadarayo digdi sa satuyang tursido an mga aliens na mga sawung-sawung. Dai na bale su mga tunay an kolor; delikado so mga sagin-sagin may pagmakolog, iyo palan sa pairarum minatira. Early in 2009, one poseur succeeded in polarizing the members of this tread; i.e., Albayano versus Albayano:ohno: I hope it doesn't happen again.

Maray na Albay satuya gabos.:cheers:

therefore i will no longer visit our neighbor's thread from now on! :nuts: sabagay haloy na ngani akong dai nagbabasa kan thread ninda.:) thank you sir Monsi for the advice. ano daw kung kontrahon ko man ang Albay, idelete man kaya ninda?:lol:

oragon.com

September 30th, 2011, 08:02 AM

4 Pinoy students win math, science medals in int'l tilts
By FRANCIS T. WAKEFIELD
September 29, 2011

MANILA, Philippines — The medal haul of the Philippines in the most prestigious mathematics and science competitions in the world continued as four high school students bagged gold, silver and bronze medals in the recently-concluded 5th International Earth Science Olympiad, the Department of Science and Technology – Science Education Institute (DoST-SEI) disclosed Thursday.

Bringing honor and pride for the Philippines from Modena, Italy where the competition was held were gold medalist Williard Joshua Jose of Philippine Science High School (PSHS) Main Campus, silver medalists Christoper Jan Landicho of PSHS Bicol Region Campus and Charles Kevin Tiu of St Jude Catholic School in Manila and bronze medalist John Allan Olesco of Aquinas University Science High School. Jose earlier won a silver medal in last year’s IESO held in Nigeria.

The winning team was mentored by Prof. Miguel Cano of Bicol University and Dr. Marietta de Leon with PSHS Main Campus Director Dr. Helen Caintic acting as an observer.

IESO, held September 5-14, 2011, is the premiere international earth science competition for secondary school students, 17 years old and below. It was the first time that the competition was held in Europe and in Italy. The Philippines hosted the IESO in Bicol in 2008.

The competition covers areas such as astronomy, geology and geophysics, atmospherics and meteorology.

DoST-SEI Director Dr. Filma G. Brawner extended her congratulations to the team, urging them to venture into science careers.

“The IESO is a good starting point for students to look at the earth from a different point of view and explore it. There is still so much more to be discovered and we are hopeful that the IESO winners will take the lead in looking for new information about the world we live in,” Brawner said.

Brawner said contests, such as the IESO, is a good venue for students to be competitive and to excel in the fields they want to pursue.

“Competitions make pupils go beyond what they learn inside their classrooms. With time pressure incorporated in competitions, students are trained to work with grace under pressure. But, more importantly, exposure to international competitions should translate into entry into science careers,” she said.

Brawner said that beyond the medals, math and science competitions also raise public awareness on how science affects lives and moves the country forward.

“The IESO is intended to raise student interest in and public awareness of earth science, to enhance earth science learning of students, and to identify talented and gifted students in earth science,” she said.

Cano, meanwhile, expressed its gratitude to Philex Mining Corporation, Rapu Rapu Polymetallic Project, Geological Society of the Philippines, Hope Christian High School, Bureau of Mines and Geo-sciences, Department of Environment and Natural Resources; Vibal Publishing House; and APO Central Italy for making possible the trip of the team to the contest venue.

www.mb.com.ph

nacnuD 2:-)

September 30th, 2011, 08:18 AM

Bicol Heritage Park (aka Kampo ng Bayan)
Camp General Simeon Ola
Legazpi City

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*Google Maps Mobile (http://www.google.com/mobile/maps/)

Dante_54

September 30th, 2011, 09:48 AM

Dante_54

September 30th, 2011, 09:50 AM

Dante_54

September 30th, 2011, 09:53 AM

Jayson Marketing / Legazpi Eye Center / The Skin Center
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LANDCO has that nice architectural designs of buildings and more buildings will soon rise here to give way for Starbucks, etc.

Dante_54

September 30th, 2011, 09:54 AM

Dante_54

September 30th, 2011, 09:58 AM

Albay Astrodome
Albay District, Legazpi City 4500

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ALBAY ASTRODOME
AQ DOME
ICR
ST. AGNES GYM
DWCL GYM
BC GYM
and soon the Legazpi Convention Center

megalgzp

September 30th, 2011, 11:35 AM

I just read some irritating posts. I reported to the moderators. I do believe there is still fairness in them. Albay people has never been satyric but once tried expect what an oragon should be. But through it all Albayanos and Albayanas are friendly and brilliant.

To the moderators thank you for showing me that you deserve your position. Keep it up.:)

megalgzp

September 30th, 2011, 11:41 AM

October 22, 2011 Albay Astrodome

Luke Mijares, Jimmy Bondoc etc live in Legazpi.

Another, ERIC MANA live in La Piazza Hotel on October 22 too!

megalgzp

September 30th, 2011, 11:45 AM

This was discussed over DZGB with Bicol DOT Regional Director Ravanilla.

What are the details? Thanks.:)

megalgzp

September 30th, 2011, 12:26 PM

Congratulations AQ & BU :applause::applause::applause:

Ka-brilliant talaga kan mga Albayano!:)

megalgzp

September 30th, 2011, 12:39 PM

PIA Press Release
Friday, September 30, 2011

Bicol U leads project EDEN, first in Southeast Asia

by Aida Alcazar-Naz
LEGAZPI CITY, September 30 (PIA) -- Bicol University (BU) has operationalized Bicol EDEN, an extension flagship program which stands for Bicol Extension Disaster Education Network patterned after EDEN US run by the American Agriculture Department.
The memorandum of understanding between and among a dozen government agencies and local government units was held during its launching last August 25 with more organizations signifying its intention to join, disclosed Prof. Leilani D. Pavilando, director of the BU Extension Service Center.
The undertaking took-off with the orientation on emergency preparedness focusing on safety from fire and earthquake drill; kiddie, junior fire marshal olympics and production of information materials.
These activities will form part of a report that BU President Faye Lea Patria M. Lauraya and Prof. Pavilando will present during the EDEN Congress in US this October.
Bicol-EDEN focuses on disaster education and messaging as a key component in educating resilient communities, the region often visited by calamities. The organization solicits the involvement, cooperation and other partnership-related endeavor of institutions in addressing disaster as a major challenge brought about by climate change. Its thrust is risk reduction and management to eradicate vulnerabilities to calamities.
As a starter, BU along with agencies like the Bureau of Fire Protection, Philippine Air Force, Philippine Army, Philippine National Police, Albay Health Emergency Management (AHEM) conducted and orientation on emergency preparedness safety from fire and earthquake followed by a drill last August 25 at the university’s administration building. A similar drill will be conducted in November.
Another disaster education activity was the conduct of the Kiddie/Junior Fire Marashall Olympics held August 26, the first in the province of Albay according to F/Cinsp Joseph Reylito S. Espiritu, M.D., chief health and emergency services BFP Bicol. A new category was add to said olympics that of collge students.
The competition was participated in by 10 elementary schools, 6 high schools or Junior A and 4 higher education institutions or Junior B.
Declared winners after a whole day event aimed at fire disaster education focus at fire suppression and rescue skills to students were Sunshine International School, Daraga, Albay, Bicol College High School, Daraga, Albay and BU Polangui Campus, champions for Kiddie, Junior A and Junior B Yell Competition.
Winners for the Kiddie Fire Marshal Category were Sunshine International School, champion; Divine Word College elementary department, Legazpi City, first runner up; Team B of Sunshine International School, 2nd runner up and Camalig North Central School, 3rd runner up.
Teams for the Junior categories which won in the olympics were Aquinas University of Legazpi, champion; Bicol College High School, 1st runner up; BU Integrated Laboratory School, 2nd runner up and Computer Arts & Technological Colleges Foundation, Inc., Legazpi, 3rd runner up for Junior A or high school level; while Mariners Polytechnic Colleges Foundation, Inc., Legazpi was champion; Bicol College, 1st runner up; BU College of Industrial Technology, 2nd runner up and BU College of Social Science & Philosophy, 3rd runner up for the Junior B category or college level.
Dr. Lauraya who personally handed out the trophies during the awarding ceremony pledged that BU will spearhead the Kiddie/Junior Fire Marshal Olympics every year. (MAL/AAN, PIA V)

megalgzp

September 30th, 2011, 12:41 PM

KBP Albay joins 22 other chapters in nationwide tree-planting activity

by Aida Alcazar-Naz
LEGAZPI CITY, September 30 (PIA) -- On October 1, the Albay chapter of the Kapisanan ng mga mga Brodkaster sa Pilipinas (KBP) joins other 22 chapters nationwide in a tree-planting activity dubbed as oplan brodcastreeing.
"From broadcasting of news and issues to broadcasting of seedlings," as the adopted slogan of the activity, KBP Albay Chair Edgar S. Barrameda disclosed that some 5,000 trees will be planted on the dump site of Barangay Banquerohan, Legazpi City.
The organization is targeting at least 300 hundred broadcasters from the 16 member stations and non-broadcasters including their families and friends to plant narra trees at the said location designated by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
This tree planting activity is in line with Executive Order 26 or the National Greening Program of the government which aims to plant 1.5 billion trees by 2016, explained Barrameda.
Other than that the endeavour is a demonstration of love and care for the environment, participate in the struggle against global warming and for disaster preparedness vigilance.
Two other KBP chapters in Bicol, Camarines Sur and Sorsogon will join the week-end tree-planting along with other chapters like Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Pangasinan, Cagayan Valley, Nueva Ecija, Mindoro, Quezon, Pampanga, Zambales, Metro Manila, Aklan, Negros Occidental, Eastern Visayas, Cebu, Iloilo, Butuan, Bukidnon, Cagayan de Oro, Davao and Cotabato.
"Oplan Broadcastreeing" is the brainchild of KBP national chairman Herman Z. Basbaño who on the organization’s 38th anniversary signed a memorandum of agreement with Interior Secretary Jesse Robredo to assist in the nationwide tree-planting activity. (MAL/AAN, PIA V)

megalgzp

September 30th, 2011, 12:42 PM

Ako Bicol party-list proposes anti-dengue law

LEGAZPI CITY, September 30 (PIA) -- Ako Bicol (AKB) Party-list has filed on September 29, 2011 House Bill No. 5364 which proposes the passage of the Anti-Dengue Act of 2011 to prevent and control Dengue, which includes penalties for violations.
AKB Party-List acknowledges and commends the Department of Health in their efforts to control or eradicate Dengue in the country, however, has the need to strengthen the existing health policy by mandating local government units, communities, households, business establishments and
schools to participate in the nationwide program against Dengue.
The DOH has reported a decrease in dengue cases from 25%-50% in the past year. As of September 10,2011 there are 70,204 reported cases nationwide, which shows that Dengue has remained one of the major health problems especially during rainy season.
In tropics and sub-tropics, such as the Philippines, and where population density is high, such as urban centers, and where solid waste collection and water supply and storing is inadequate, dengue is an all-year round disease and a threat to public health.
Representative Rodel M. Batocabe said that since most transmission happen among family members and inside the homes, where breeding places of the mosquitoes are most of the time overlooked, the bill engages private individuals, households, and establishments in the participation to effectively eliminate dengue.
This bill focuses on preventive measures which includes, but are not limited to, cleanliness of surroundings, personal hygiene, awareness of symptoms, and active reporting of possible incidence of dengue, which in general, are ways to prevent mosquito bites. It also includes early recognition and prompt support treatment that can lower the risk of acquiring the full-blown disease.
Rep. Batocabe said that the bill should be passed into a law because it encourages the maintenance of clean surroundings and pro-active participation of both private and public sectors while providing penalty to violators. (MAL/AKB)

drfeelgood17

September 30th, 2011, 12:43 PM

ALBAY ASTRODOME
AQ DOME
ICR
ST. AGNES GYM
DWCL GYM
BC GYM
and soon the Legazpi Convention Center

Happy Friday everyone!
Where will this Convention Centre be built? Any idea about the dimensions/seating capacity? We know *it's not the size that matters but what you do with it* :lol: but it would still be good to know!

The new SAA gym looks great - no more drenching from heavy rains - even though the old one had a roof, you had to be well inside in the middle to avoid a soaking during windy/rainy weather.

megalgzp

September 30th, 2011, 12:55 PM

drfeelgood17

September 30th, 2011, 12:56 PM

Bicol U leads project EDEN, first in Southeast Asia

by Aida Alcazar-Naz

LEGAZPI CITY, September 30 (PIA) -- Bicol University (BU) has operationalized Bicol EDEN, an extension flagship program which stands for Bicol Extension Disaster Education Network patterned after EDEN US run by the American Agriculture Department.

The memorandum of understanding between and among a dozen government agencies and local government units was held during its launching last August 25 with more organizations signifying its intention to join, disclosed Prof. Leilani D. Pavilando, director of the BU Extension Service Center.

The undertaking took-off with the orientation on emergency preparedness focusing on safety from fire and earthquake drill; kiddie, junior fire marshal olympics and production of information materials.

These activities will form part of a report that BU President Faye Lea Patria M. Lauraya and Prof. Pavilando will present during the EDEN Congress in US this October.

Bicol-EDEN focuses on disaster education and messaging as a key component in educating resilient communities, the region often visited by calamities. The organization solicits the involvement, cooperation and other partnership-related endeavor of institutions in addressing disaster as a major challenge brought about by climate change. Its thrust is risk reduction and management to eradicate vulnerabilities to calamities.

As a starter, BU along with agencies like the Bureau of Fire Protection, Philippine Air Force, Philippine Army, Philippine National Police, Albay Health Emergency Management (AHEM) conducted and orientation on emergency preparedness safety from fire and earthquake followed by a drill last August 25 at the university’s administration building. A similar drill will be conducted in November.

(MAL/AAN, PIA V)

source: http://www.pia.gov.ph/?m=1&t=1&id=56918

drfeelgood17

September 30th, 2011, 01:04 PM

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Photo by Mike Mendoza
source: Legazpi City FB (https://www.facebook.com/legazpicity)

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source: Embarcadero de Legazpi FB (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Embarcadero-de-Legazpi/128954043791375)

drfeelgood17

September 30th, 2011, 01:12 PM

Further evidence of talent from BOB (the Brains of Bicol):

Congratulations to Christoper Jan Landicho of PSHS Bicol Region Campus and John Allan Olesco of Aquinas University Science High School for winning silver and bronze medals respectively at the 5th International Earth Science Olympiad held in Modena, Italy!

The winning team was mentored by Prof. Miguel Cano of Bicol University and Dr. Marietta de Leon with PSHS Main Campus Director Dr. Helen Caintic acting as an observer.

4 Pinoy students win math, science medals in int'l tilts | The Manila Bulletin Newspaper Online
www.mb.com.ph
Bringing honor and pride for the Philippines from Modena, Italy where the competition was held were gold medalist Williard Joshua Jose of Philippine Science High School (PSHS) Main Campus, silver medalists Christoper Jan Landicho of PSHS Bicol Region Campus and Charles Kevin Tiu of St Jude Catholic ...

:cheers: Well done to the winners (and plz drink in moderation!)

sources: Legazpi City FB (https://www.facebook.com/legazpicity)

Manila Bulletin (www.mb.com.ph)

megalgzp

September 30th, 2011, 01:15 PM

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Great fun for the kids and adults too. Grand opening is October. This reminds me of floating resto in Loboc River of Bohol.:) But is has more fun to offer.

drfeelgood17

September 30th, 2011, 01:34 PM

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The Azkals pay a Legazpi a visit:

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source: Embarcadero de Legazpi (https://www.facebook.com/embadeleg)

megalgzp

September 30th, 2011, 01:35 PM

ALBAY: The Brains of Bicol is cute, but I prefer Beauty and Brains Albay.

BEAUTY AND BRAINS ALBAY!:banana::banana::banana:

jocuatro

September 30th, 2011, 01:41 PM

jocuatro

September 30th, 2011, 01:42 PM

drfeelgood17

September 30th, 2011, 01:44 PM

ALBAY: The Brains of Bicol is cute, but I prefer Beauty and Brains Albay.

That is to make it neutral and lessen the pedestal connotation. Better not to over-imply what is given. Humility is a virtue. Through time it will be assimilated and will become a regular tag for our province. Crossing my fingers.

BEAUTY AND BRAINS ALBAY!:banana::banana::banana:

Good idea, but the acronym isn't as nice...from BOB to BABA! :lol:

gayon!:banana:

Let's keep it nice, clean and presentable at all times, no littering! :cheers:

megalgzp

September 30th, 2011, 01:45 PM

Parang. Not yet tried it but it has a floating something.

megalgzp

September 30th, 2011, 02:38 PM

After Venus Raj, Shamcey Supsup is such a new idol. Wanna walk like her? Hahaha that's a mega!!! Shamcey is the new epitome of what is "Beauty and Brains!"

drfeelgood17

September 30th, 2011, 03:10 PM

Oo, no littering dapat. Hehe BABA nga pag pig-short-cut:lol: Iba na naman naisip mo...:lol: yummmmmckk!:lol: Be reminded by a PLACE!

Of course I was thinking of a geographical location! :angel::angel:
Please update us on upcoming developments - malls etc....

megalgzp

September 30th, 2011, 03:19 PM

Of course I was thinking of a geographical location! :angel::angel:
Please update us on upcoming developments - malls etc....

Cebu is our real neighbor. Some of our friends from Cebu are coming to Legazpi to lurk for some good investment sites. Balik Cebu ako this week.

Cebu is Cebu. Legazpi is Legazpi!:banana:

Dante_54

September 30th, 2011, 04:16 PM

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this afternoon

Dante_54

September 30th, 2011, 04:25 PM

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last Wednesday

nacnuD 2:-)

September 30th, 2011, 04:40 PM

PHOTOS OF LIGAO (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=o.163960686952201&type=1)

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along the side of Ligao Coastal Barangay (Choi Perillo)

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would you believe that this living creature is found in Ligao? (Choi Perillo)

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a dolphin rescue in tambak, Maonon, Ligao City (Choi Perillo)

[Source (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=o.163960686952201&type=1)]

Dante_54

October 1st, 2011, 06:55 AM

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embarcadero de legazpi

Dante_54

October 1st, 2011, 06:57 AM

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Camalig Tourism /Jose Salceda

Dante_54

October 1st, 2011, 06:59 AM

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LGU STO. DOMINGO

Dante_54

October 1st, 2011, 07:03 AM

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nacnuD 2:-)

October 1st, 2011, 07:11 AM

Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine
Buraguis, Legazpi City
Oct 1, 2011 Saturday

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nacnuD 2:-)

October 1st, 2011, 07:17 AM

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ayos ini... maski Sabado pig-gigibo ninda su drainage palibot sa Imelda Park.

nacnuD 2:-)

October 1st, 2011, 07:20 AM

jocuatro

October 1st, 2011, 07:48 AM

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Legazpi City

sain kaya sa Legazpi ini? wow! :banana:

jocuatro

October 1st, 2011, 07:50 AM

megalgzp

October 1st, 2011, 08:10 AM

ABS-CBN's Showtime Audition will be live in Embarcadero de Legazpi on October 5, 2011.

Enjoy guys!

jhid

October 1st, 2011, 10:16 AM

sain kaya sa Legazpi ini? wow! :banana:

I believe the Mayon Imperial Hotel will be renamed The Oriental Hotel - Legaspi City based form the information of contact details kang ad e.g. lkygroup.net. The LKY company is also developing a hotel in Tacloban City which like our hotel was also previously sequestered by the government. I do not know sa Pagsanjan and sa Manila kung newly built hotels talaga ang mga ini.

Hmmm... nice name recall at magayun man name kung The Oriental Hotel :)

drfeelgood17

October 1st, 2011, 10:26 AM

I believe the Mayon Imperial Hotel will be renamed The Oriental Hotel - Legaspi City based form the information of contact details kang ad e.g. lkygroup.net. The LKY company is also developing a hotel in Tacloban City which like our hotel was also previously sequestered by the government. I do not know sa Pagsanjan and sa Manila kung newly built hotels talaga ang mga ini.

Hmmm... nice name recall at magayun man name kung The Oriental Hotel :)

I'm not sure if it is...it sounds rather generic. At least "Mayon Imperial" is distinctive. Anyway, I'm glad Bicol's first and only 5-star hotel is in Legazpi! :banana::cheers:

drfeelgood17

October 1st, 2011, 11:10 AM

Renaissance Gardens
Washington Drive, Legazpi City
Oct 1, 2011

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Hey Duncan, do you have pics of the houses inside? How much is one lot? :D:

PHOTOS OF LIGAO (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=o.163960686952201&type=1)

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along the side of Ligao Coastal Barangay (Choi Perillo)

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White sand coves, spectacular deep-sea diving and snorkelling, plus dolphins all in one tiny province! Amazing Albay! :cheers:

drfeelgood17

October 1st, 2011, 11:12 AM

megalgzp

October 1st, 2011, 11:15 AM

Refurbishing and grand renovation na po iyan. Nadangog ko dati sa radyo may budget na iyan.

Dante_54

October 1st, 2011, 11:26 AM

Dante_54

October 1st, 2011, 11:29 AM

Dante_54

October 1st, 2011, 11:31 AM

Cebu is our real neighbor. Some of our friends from Cebu are coming to Legazpi to lurk for some good investment sites. Balik Cebu ako this week.

Cebu is Cebu. Legazpi is Legazpi!:banana:

Agree:cheers:

drfeelgood17

October 1st, 2011, 11:44 AM

Not yet exposed where will this convention center would be. It's BICC actually not Legazpi Convention Center (parang LCC hehe):lol:. Si CA Rosal dae man kaya pigtsitsismis. Anyway maray iyan para surprise.

I'm not sure either, Ms Megz...shall I ask my ECONOMIST friend?
Or my friend who works for the IMF?

It will probably be located near the EM area, for strategic reasons.

Bicol Heritage Park (aka Kampo ng Bayan)
Camp General Simeon Ola
Legazpi City

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An example of a well-maintained park! Again, please no littering or drunks loitering!

Dante_54

October 1st, 2011, 11:45 AM

Pls. do watch about the BIG BOXING EVENT in Legazpi, with that big tarp, di ko lang nabasa if when, bilis ng jeep kasi, anybody can post it here tabi.

drfeelgood17

October 1st, 2011, 11:47 AM

Pls. do watch about the BIG BOXING EVENT in Legazpi, with that big tarp, di ko lang nabasa if when, bilis ng jeep kasi, anybody can post it here tabi.

Sounds exciting - yes please someone post pics and updates! It proves Legazpi is really attracting major events. :cheers:

Dante_54

October 1st, 2011, 11:48 AM

hmmm...I think I would rather go to Starbucks or SM City every morning....so I can post highly informative blogs on my daily routine as a city slicker!:lol:

Like this: 7:30 AM
STARBUCKS
The parking lot is already full...
The whole city is here sipping cappuccino
There is no more room.
You know it's busy 7 days a week
SUNDAY 6:30 AM
SM CITY is already full of eager shoppers

10:30 pm, five minutes before closing time but people are still busy shopping, the guards have to forcefully escort them out of the premises. As for me I'm so happy I have no eaten my 11th Big Mac of the day. Oh and my maid has now visited 126 countries, thanks to me. She is so lucky.

I hope this includes proper landscaping. We now have several venues for joggers, walkers, skaters and cyclists - all within the city limits! :cheers:

you're so lucky doc, well travelled around the globe:cheers:

Marhay na Sabado saindo Albay

megalgzp

October 1st, 2011, 11:50 AM

Pls. do watch about the BIG BOXING EVENT in Legazpi, with that big tarp, di ko lang nabasa if when, bilis ng jeep kasi, anybody can post it here tabi.

Inay baka dae na naman madagos ta natransfer sa kun saen hahaha:lol: Oct 5 tabi igwa man ki It's Showtime kan ABS-CBN.

megalgzp

October 1st, 2011, 11:54 AM

drfeelgood17

October 1st, 2011, 11:59 AM

[QUOTE=drfeelgood17;84300400]I'm not sure either, Ms Megz...shall I ask my ECONOMIST friend?
Or my friend who works for the IMF?

It will probably be located near the EM area, for strategic reasons.

Maray pa hapoton mo tabi si Gov. Dae ko man sya natimingan ta out of town me ngana. Cebu na naman me nagalaya-laya. Magayunon itong BICC sana matuloy na pero napresent iyan sa Ulat ng Bayan ni Mayor Gie.:)

Gov Salceda and Mayor Rosal have to work twice as hard as other governors and mayors, because they have to watch out for the predatory maneuverings of other politicians. Albay is lucky to have them! Is there a sisterhood/partnership arrangement between Cebu and Legazpi? This should be encouraged - Cebu is a good model for Legazpi.

nacnuD 2:-)

October 1st, 2011, 12:03 PM

Hey Duncan, do you have pics of the houses inside? How much is one lot? :D:

I don't have any pics... I have no idea of the present value of the lots inside.

Are they refurbishing the park, or just fixing the drainage? I remember the fountains and funny sculptures of "lovers" in the middle.

The sculpture is there. But I do not see any fountains.

Refurbishing and grand renovation na po iyan. Nadangog ko dati sa radyo may budget na iyan.

There's the answer to drfeelgood's question.

drfeelgood17

October 1st, 2011, 12:16 PM

There actually a lane for joggers, bikers etc... etc..
Huni po.

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What's good is that it's going to be a shaded lane when the coconut treest become fully grown.:lol:

Yes it will look perfect once those coconut trees are fully grown - just like Roxas Boulevard, but with the additional attraction of Mayon! They just need to put some decent benches and some railings.

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October 1st, 2011, 12:19 PM

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jose salceda/harold ong imperial

Is this an annual basketball tournament? It good to know our leaders are nurturing home-grown talent! Let's hope they do the same for other sports - boxing, soccer, tennis etc....

drfeelgood17

October 1st, 2011, 12:41 PM

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Nice interior design - the blinds look great. If this is aimed at the same market niche as Hotel St. Ellis, that means they are in direct competition with each other, especially as they're almost on the same location!