Butuan City [Archive] - Page 125

rodincouch

October 18th, 2010, 07:21 AM

Manobos decorate RP's tallest tree for Christmas (http://www.gmanews.tv/story/203596/manobos-decorate-rps-tallest-tree-for-christmas)
10/16/2010 | 05:22 PM

Members of a tribe in Mindanao are now preparing one of the Philippines' tallest trees to become the country's tallest Christmas tree.

The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines reported Saturday the Manobo tribe is decorating the giant Toog tree with 1,001 Christmas lights.

Toog tree in Alegria village, San Francisco, Agusan del Sur, listed as the world's 3rd tallest tree will be launched on October 18 as the country’s tallest Christmas tree. by Margarita Candido.
"But before the official 'switching on' of the thousand-and-one Christmas lights decorating the natural-grown giant of a tree, the tribes folk will first perform a ritual asking the permission of the spirits to allow them to 'energize' the tree, which once grew in abundance all over Agusan del Sur," the CBCP said in its news site Saturday.

The lighting of the giant Christmas tree will signal the official start of the Christmas season in Barangay Alegria, which hosts the “third tallest tree in the world."

Gov. Adolph Edward Plaza is expected to formally unveil the Toog Christmas Tree, touted as the tallest Christmas Tree in the country.

The Toog tree, which grows just beside the national highway in Alegria, was recorded to be 65 meters (280 feet) high.

Following its unveiling on October 18, it will officially surpass Tagum’s famous Christmas Tree, which once held the record as the Philippines’ tallest Christmas Tree at 153 feet.

"Gov. Plaza has ordered his chief-of-staff to have the tree officially measured," the CBCP said.

From afar, commuters can easily see the Toog tree.

Mayor Jenny de Asis said the “Toog Christmas Tree project" is the initiative of the officials of Barangay Alegria.

Following the publication by a Cagayan de Oro City-based local daily of the picture of the giant tree, hundreds of commuters and visitors and passersby would stop and stare at it in awe. Some even had their pictures taken before the giant tree.

The Toog tree (Petersianthus quadrialatus) or Philippine Rosewood is also known as Kapullan in the Visayas region or Magtalisai in the Samar-Leyte area. It belongs to the Lecythidaceae family.

It is a deciduous, medium-sized to fairly large tree that grows up to more than 40 meters tall and more than 100 cm in diameter.

The trunk is straight, cylindrical, branch-less with a length of 20-30 meters.

In the Philippines, it is considered a vanishing timber.

Alegria barangay chairman Solomon Rufila believes the tree has survived for more than one hundred years and is considered a living memento from the past and a testimony to the love of the people of Alegria to protect the environment, a local reporter on Saturday told GMANews.TV.

Rufila and his brother Engineer Cesar Rufila introduced the idea to the barangay council that the Toog tree be decorated as a living Christmas tree.

The council accepted the idea and solicited funds from businessmen and other wealthy individuals throughout San Francisco to buy the trimmings and other gadgets to beautify the tree.

Work on the tree began on the second week of September with the festooning of different colored light bulbs around it. A villager named Egie volunteered to lug the wire with the light bulbs and climbed the three to the top where he spent two hours to complete his task. Below, some 30 other volunteers wound and strung the small light bulbs.

The initial lighting of the 420 sets of 100 Christmas light bulbs of various colors was made on September 27.

On that day, Manobo datus and their abyans led by their most influential leader Datu Bardo Bando, popularly known as Kumander Kalbo, presided over a tribal ritual to invoke the good will of the spirits living on the tree.

Kagawad Trinidad S. Cuyubao told a local newspaper Periodico News Network (PNN) that hundreds of people within and outside the village turned out en masse to gaze at the blinking colorful display that night of Sept 27. — with a report by Margarita Candido/LBG, GMANews.TV

jsl_bxu1206

October 18th, 2010, 10:35 AM

yeah, hehehe. or pwede pod CAFE SATURNINO.

nice and classy...but the name (FSUU Caf) is a product of TINAPULAN..

it should have been clearly spelled FSUU Cafe since its a cafe representing an academe

Yep! I agree with you... dapat URIAN CAFE... or Urios Cafe....

jsl_bxu1206

October 18th, 2010, 10:51 AM

The JFC Family is getting Bigger!!!

Jollibee to acquire 70% of Mang Inasal
By Yahoo! Southeast Asia Editors – October 18th, 2010

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October 18, 2010 – Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC), the Philippines’ largest food service company, disclosed today that the terms of its unsolicited offer to acquire 70% of Mang Inasal Philippines, Inc. (MIPI), owner and operator of the Mang Inasal restaurant chain, have been unconditionally and irrevocably accepted by Injap Investments, Inc. (Injap), parent company of MIPI.

JFC’s unsolicited offer included the principal terms of the share purchase agreement, which will be signed within 30 days, subject to completion of JFC’s due diligence. On closing of the transaction, JFC will own 70% of MIPI, with 30% remaining with Injap. There is no material relationship between the sellers and JFC or its directors, officers and affiliates.

JFC’s Chief Finance Officer and Vice President Mr. Ysmael V. Baysa disclosed that the purchase price is estimated to amount to approximately 3 Billion Pesos, subject to the results of JFC’s legal, financial and tax due diligence. Part of the consideration in the amount of 200 Million Pesos had been paid by JFC as initial payment. Thereafter, 90% of the purchase price (less than the initial payment) will be paid on closing, with the remaining 10 % paid over 3 years from closing.

On an annual basis, JFC’s purchase of 70% of Mang Inasal is estimated to add 5% to its worldwide system wide sales, 5% to its revenues, and 7% to its net operating income. Mang Inasal will also increase JFC’s store network in the Philippines by 19% and on a worldwide basis by 16%.

JFC’s financial and tax due diligence will be conducted by Pricewaterhouse Coopers – Isla Lipana & Co. with focus on the consolidated audited financial statements of MIPI for the year 2009 and interim period January to June 2010, as audited by KPMG – Manabat Sanagustin & Co., CPAs. Its legal due diligence will be conducted by Romulo Mabanta Buenaventura Sayoc and De Los Angeles.

For purposes of valuation, JFC used several methods, including discounted cash flow method and market-based valuation methods such as EBITDA multiple and Price/Earnings multiple. JFC’s purchase price for Mang Inasal is comparable with the multiples used in its previous acquisitions. JFC has sufficient financial resources to pay for the acquisition in cash that was generated from its operations.
JFC will build shareholder value by growing the sales of Mang Inasal’s existing stores through the application of JFC’s knowledge of consumers and its available recipes and products, continued expansion of Mang Inasal’s store network, cost improvement on its raw materials, and greater operational efficiency by applying JFC’s technology and scale.

It is the intention of JFC to maintain MIPI’s current personnel, subject to their meeting the JFC Group’s organizational standards.

Mang Inasal serves primarily grilled chicken and Filipino food. As of October 18, 2010, the chain consists of a total of 303 stories, of which 24 are company-owned and 279 are franchised. It operates 2 commissaries. MIPI is in a positive net cash position. It has estimated annual total revenues of 2.6 Billion Pesos and system wide sales of 3.8 Billion Pesos.

The JFC Group of Companies operates the Philippines’ largest fast food network. As of September 30, 2010, it had a total of 1578 stores in the country: Jollibee brand with 703, Chow King with 404, Greenwich with 218, Red Ribbon with 215, Delifrance with 23 and Manong Pepe’s with 15. It was also operating 375 stores abroad: Yonghe King in the People’s Republic of China with 185 stores, Jollibee 64 (mainly in the United States with 26, Vietnam with 20, and Brunei with 11), Red Ribbon 38, all in the U.S., Chowking 37 (mostly in the U.S. with 19 and Dubai with 15) and Hong Zhuang Yuan 51 for a total of 1,953 stores worldwide.

http://ph.yfittopostblog.com/2010/10/18/jollibee-to-acquire-70-of-mang-inasal/

BOB-bXu

October 18th, 2010, 11:30 AM

even they lost it's cityhoood, they still remain city in their hearth.... kung wala nila gi push ang pagka city nila... dili makita ang mga bag-o nga developments nila... at least naay progress sa ilang lugar... hope next time maka come up na sila og insaktong higayon para ma qualify na sila.. taas man og pangandoi ang Mayor Corvera... he's really pushing private investors to invest sa ilang lugar.. usa na ang pag convince sa Gaisano....

I think its the wrong way around Reg

development is NOT measured by the "city" tag attached to a place, but to certain measurable factors for it to be classified hence worthy of merit of being called a true city.

e.g. income should be clearly defined....population size requirements....and so territorial size. Growth rates is also I beleived a big factor since a major source of income a city could generate must be sourced from within.

the problem with most provincial town is that politicos have the caprices of reclassifying their towns to bloat their IRA (these towns in the process become IRA dependent at the expense of those existing well entrenched cities).

regjeex

October 18th, 2010, 12:41 PM

akong gina mean Bob nga nang abot ang mga development pag mugna sa city bisan dili qualified... so murag pakurat ra ang kintahay aron mo tunga tong mga development.... againts man sad ko anang mga 16 cities bisan dili qualified.. pero dapat unta lagi sa una palang basa, gi basura na nila aron dili uwaw....

pero mao lagi nakatabang lagi ang "pakurat" nila kay ayha pa ning gimaw ang developments... hehehe

I think its the wrong way around Reg

development is NOT measured by the "city" tag attached to a place, but to certain measurable factors for it to be classified hence worthy of merit of being called a true city.

e.g. income should be clearly defined....population size requirements....and so territorial size. Growth rates is also I beleived a big factor since a major source of income a city could generate must be sourced from within.

the problem with most provincial town is that politicos have the caprices of reclassifying their towns to bloat their IRA (these towns in the process become IRA dependent at the expense of those existing well entrenched cities).

k|bol

October 18th, 2010, 06:55 PM

Manyak nga instructor sa unibersidad, arestado sa NBI sa tabang sa Bombo Radyo

Monday, 18 October 2010 21:39

BUTUAN CITY - Arestado ang usa ka magtutudlo sa usa ka unibersidad sa dakbayan sa Butuan gumikan sa kasong sexual harrashment ngadto sa iyang estudyante.

Giila ang suspek nga usa ka Jose Vicente Villa, 38, minyo, og residente sa 492 Brgy San Vicente ning siyudad. Ang suspek nagsilbing part time instructor sa Father Saturnino Urios University.

Samtang ang biktima, giila lamang sa pangalang Rose, 17 anyos og estudyante sa nahisgutang tunghaan.
Sa asoy sa biktima sa Bombo Radyo Butuan, gibagsak siya ni Vicente Villa sa IT subject.

Nisulay pagpakilo-oy ang biktima ngadto sa suspek nga mohatag siya og project aron lang mopasar apan, gihanyagan kini sa suspek nga hatagan og gradong flat 1 kun ihatag niini ang pagka-babae.

Walay nahimo ang biktima kundi ang pagsumbong sa Bombo Radyo ubos sa tambag nga sanungon ang maong hanyag aron ma-entrap sa mga ginsakpan sa National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Caraga.

Dihang nisanong ang biktima, nagkita ang duha sa usa ka mall(sureness ko Gaisano ni sya) :lol::lol: ning siyudad og gisakay sa white multi-cab nga nagtangag sa plaka numero GLM 607.

Gidala sa suspek ang biktima ngadto sa Beehive Lodge sa Brgy Bancasi samtang nagsunod sa entrapment team ang lakang sa suspek.

Dihang nagpositibo, gisikop gilayon kini sa mga ginsakpan sa NBI.

Samtang nagpasalamat ang amahan sa biktima sa Bombo Radyo Butuan gumikan sa gihimong lakang aron dile madayon ang dautang plano sa manyakis nga instructor.

Gitambagan pa sa amahan ang instructor nga unta magpasunod kini sa maayong hiyas ngadto sa iyang mga tinun-an.

Gikasaway usab sa nahisgutan ang kabastos og kalaw-ay nga hinimuan sa suspek nga daw mas maayo pa ang walay grado kumpara sa suspek nga propesyonal apan napuno sa salawayong kinaiya.

Ang suspek anaa na sa kostudiya sa NBI aron manubag sa salaud nga iyang nahimo.

http://www.bomboradyo.com/index.php/news/regional-news/cebuano-news/23780-manyak-nga-instructor-sa-unibersidad-arestado-sa-nbi-sa-tabang-sa-bombo-radyo

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tsk tsk tsk tsk....:bash::bash::bash:

Mirisi sab sa manyakis :bash:

Fahdingding

October 19th, 2010, 03:43 AM

Hi guyz! muzta?
I really miss this thread!

jsl_bxu1206

October 19th, 2010, 08:14 AM

asa diay ka gikan fahdingding?

Hi guyz! muzta?
I really miss this thread!

jsl_bxu1206

October 19th, 2010, 08:17 AM

Butuan City to host 8th NYP
By Jennifer P. Gaitano

Butuan City (19 October) -- The local government of this city will host the 8th National Youth Parliament spearheaded by the National Youth Commission (NYC) come November 5-8, 2010 at the Almont Hotel's Inland Resort with the theme: "Kabataang Pilipino: Ako ang Pagbabago".

NYC bared that more than 150 youth leader-delegates representing the 17 regions of the country and Sangguniang Kabataan members are expected to participate in the said event.

Aside from the delegates, representatives from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), Department of Health (DOH), Department of Education (DepEd), and other partner agencies will also attend as observers.

With this big event, the local government of Butuan and NYC hope for the full participation and support of the general public especially the youth.

NYP is a gathering of the best and the brightest young people in the country ready to make a difference. (PIA-Caraga)

http://www.pia.gov.ph/?m=12&r=&y=&mo=&fi=p101019.htm&no=28

regjeex

October 19th, 2010, 08:20 AM

busy na si fahdingding sa iyang work....

jsl_bxu1206

October 19th, 2010, 10:19 AM

Cabadbaran City Land Transport Terminal

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regjeex

October 19th, 2010, 12:11 PM

mao ni akong gihuwat nga pics sa ilang bus terminal... hehehe

salamat sa mga pics part...

regjeex

October 19th, 2010, 03:22 PM

New Agusan Norte Capitol Set to Rise

CABADBARAN, Agusan del Norte – A new Provincial Capitol building is set to rise in this progressive town of Agusan del Norte, it was learned Monday. This developed after the Guingona family donated 13 hectares of land to the local government in this town.

The donated land will be the site of the proposed new Capitol building that will be constructed anytime. It was gathered that the transfer of the Capitol site from Butuan City to this town has already been approved by the House of Representatives under Republic Act (RA) 8811.

The setting up of the building in this town was decided, being the center of Agusan del Norte. When completed, the old 1950’s capitol building in Butuan City will be the provinces’ Capitol Business Park and also site of offices of some line agencies of the government. Agusan del Norte Gov. Erlpe John Amante already mobilized the provinces’ engineering and development divisions for the preparation of the ground works.

Meanwhile, the provincial government of Agusan del Norte unanimously passed a resolution expressing heartfelt gratitude to the Guingona family for donating the land as the site of the new Capitol building. The resolution was authored by Provincial Board member Aquino W. Gambe. (Mike Crismundo)

source: http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/281674/panabo-city-mulls-p200m-public-port

regjeex

October 19th, 2010, 03:25 PM

Hope to see the rendering of the new capitol...

On the other hand, e-convert unta nila ang existing capitol into a museum or people's park.....

regjeex

October 19th, 2010, 03:31 PM

unsa namay balita aning naka highlight og red... dugay naman diay ni nga proposal... :bash:
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POEA Finally Opens in Caraga
Written by Ian G. Miculob, NEDA Caraga
Monday, 19 October 2009

The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) finally opened its office in Caraga Region on October 1, 2009, almost six years after the Regional Development Council (RDC) passed a resolution calling for POEA establishment in the region.

Responding to the strong lobbying of Congressman Jose “Joboy” S. Aquino, the POEA initially deployed Ms. Marietta M. Bellotindos of POEA-XI to bring services to the region such as the processing of overseas employment certificates of new applicants or returning overseas Filipino workers, provision of legal assistance in applying for overseas employment and identification of licensed recruitment agencies to warn Caragans of illegal recruiters.

Under Resolution No. 43, series of 2003 of the RDC, Caraga pushed for the establishment of the POEA office in the region. The request was reiterated in the RDC Resolution No. 31, series of 2005, together with the request for regional offices/branches of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) National Statistics Coordination Board (NSCB)-Regional Statistics Coordination Unit and the Professional Regulation Office (PRC).

Another resolution was passed in 2002 seeking the establishment of a Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) branch in Caraga. The BSP has initiated the acquisition of the lot where the branch shall be erected but there is no target date for the start of construction.

The DFA Caraga unit was opened on May 21, 2008, while the PRC Butuan City unit which is housed at the city hall started operations on May 3, 2007.

Except for some services provided to seafarers which can be availed only in Manila, Caragans inquiring about or processing overseas employment documents can now go to the POEA-Caraga office located in the Overseas Workers’ Welfare Administration Office at Nimfa Tiu Bldg., J. Rosales St., Butuan City instead of going to neighboring regions or Manila.

source: http://caraga.neda.gov.ph/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=184&Itemid=80

BXU AngelC

October 19th, 2010, 03:59 PM

BXU AngelC

October 19th, 2010, 04:02 PM

romix

October 20th, 2010, 06:28 AM

nag open na pala sm savemore sa agora market cdo , sana magopen din dito kahit walang sm city savemore na lang

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 06:40 AM

darating din yan romix... ung lot don sa may tiniwisan-lemon area going to by pass road to new bridge is unconfirm for SM... so good bye na sa ampayon area...

nag open na pala sm savemore sa agora market cdo , sana magopen din dito kahit walang sm city savemore na lang

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 06:54 AM

SHSB celebrates golden anniversary
By Robert E. Roperos

Butuan City (19 October) -- Sacred Heart School of Butuan (SHSB), formerly Sacred Heart Kindergarten School, one of the first education institutions in the city offering nursery, kindergarten, and grade school educations is celebrating her 50th anniversary on October 23 to 26, 2010.

The four-day celebration will be highlighted with the coronation of the Mutya at Bayani ng Yubileyo and the conduct of the Star of the Night on Monday, October 25 at Father Saturnino Urios University (FSUU) Gymnasium.

Prior to the activity, a thanksgiving mass will be celebrated at the Saint Joseph Cathedral, the city's parish on October 23, Saturday, to be followed by a Barrio Fiesta Salu-salo and field demonstration.

Meanwhile, a family fun run awaits the parents-children tandems in the preschool and grade school. The fun run is for the benefit of the Bidlisiw Foundation. Accordingly, friends of the school including their families and alumni are welcomed to join the fun run. (PIA-Caraga)

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 09:20 AM

Mosquito-repellent draperies to be hung soon in Butuan city schools
by Noel B. Najarro

Butuan City (19 October) -- Mosquitoes in some city schools may soon be facing their 'final curtains', and this is not a joke! This is a serious announcement by no less than DOH 13 Regional Director Leonita P. Gorgolon during a recent press conference at her office. She told local media practitioners that an upcoming project of her department is soon to be implemented, which is to hang some chemically-treated draperies in some schools here in Butuan City which can kill alighting mosquitoes.

Director Gorgolon said that this is one of their dengue cases reduction measures, and they planned to implement the project by the end of the year. The DOH chief said that they will be looking at schools in the city with the most number of Dengue cases listed and there they will be hanging the said curtains.

These curtains impregnated with chemical, Gorgolon said, can kill alighting mosquitoes. The curtains according to her are quite costly, but funds for the said project are already approved by their central office in Manila and they are now in the process of bidding the said items. The Director also said that she already had informed the city mayor to be present during the launching and be a partner for the said project.

Butuan City was chosen for the project, Gorgolon said as the city topped the list of the number of suspected dengue cases in the region at 753. The province of Agusan del Sur following it listed only 447 cases. However, even with the highest number of cases listed, there was no recorded mortality. The director credited the said development to good advocacy and dissemination of information.

Meanwhile, Dir. Gorgolon during the same forum, discouraged "fogging" as a means of eliminating mosquitoes. "Actually, the fourth 'S' in our four 'S's campaign against dengue is 'Say No To Fogging'," she clarified.

Local government units according to her had already been informed not to resort to fogging as much as possible, as these activities may only drive mosquitoes existing in a barangay (village) to the next. Fogging, she said, does not kill mosquitoes but only drive them away some 100 to 200 meters from its present habitat when fogged. So fogging activities will only be resorted to as a last option, in cases when there'll be outbreaks.

Nothing really replaces clean surroundings and proper sanitation, Gorgolon said and she assures that the 4 "S" which is to: 1) Search and destroy; 2) Seek immediate consultation; 3) Self protection measures and to 4) Say 'No" to indiscriminate fogging is still the most effective way to fight dengue. (The Butuan Star/PIA-Caraga)

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 10:09 AM

Big Aqua-Culture Investment to hit Butuan

Butuan City has bright economic prospects to anchor at its shores. This is due to the interest of Greenphil Aqua-Culture and Hydroponics Holding, Inc., through its subsidiary, Caraga Green Aqua Farm and Hydroponics Development Corporation, to establish a comprehensive and modern aquaculture and hydroponics project at Barangay Kinamlutan, Butuan City.

As stated in Greenphil’s Executive Summary, its objectives in implementing this project are to develop and produce high-quality, export-oriented seafood products and fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants in a pristine and controlled environment; to share an equitable microeconomic dividend of the products derived from the project with the concerned Filipino and foreign investors; and to accomplish a joint management with local government authorities and private sector participation in an eco-green environment protection program.

With its gigantic proportions, financing of this project will be done by Greenphil through the support of foreign investors.

As one of the eight targeted project sites, Butuan City will witness the rise of an Aqua-Culture and Hydroponics Farm whose products can be exported to meet the rising global demands. Once operational, this will provide the local community with numerous jobs, as well as boost local income and propel the local fishery industry to global competitiveness.

Butuan City’s mutual interest is solidly sealed, with the adoption of SP Resolution No. 191-2010, A Resolution expressing the willingness of the City Government of Butuan in welcoming the Proposal of Caraga Green Aqua Farm and Hydroponics Development Corporation, a subsidiary of Greenphil Aqua-Culture & Hydroponics Holdings, Inc., to establish its multimillion dollar investment aqua-culture project in Butuan City, subject to compliance of environmental, engineering, existing fishery laws and local ordinances, on October 04, 2010, during the 14th Regular Session of the 12th Sangguniang Panlungsod.

www.butuan.gov.ph

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 12:28 PM

Vital Measures Adopted

In the latest three sessions conducted, the 12th Sangguniang Panlungsod stamped to law vital measures which addressed various concerns of the city. Such were the following:

1) SP Resolution No. 132-2010 - A RESOLUTION EARNESTLY REQUESTING THE NATIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY (NHA), CENTRAL OFFICE, MANILA, TO GRANT A FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE OF TWENTY MILLION (P20,000,000.00) PESOS TO THE CITY GOVERNMENT OF BUTUAN FOR THE LANDSITE DEVELOPMENT OF BUTUAN CITY NEW VILLAGE, PHASE II, A RELOCATION SITE LOCATED AT BARANGAY MAHAY, BUTUAN CITY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

This measure is passed by the City Government so to fund a housing relocation program for the informal settlers who live within the danger zone along the Agusan River banks, which are affected by the Cotabato-Agusan River Basin Development Project (CARBDP).

2) SP Resolution No. 134-2010 - A RESOLUTION EARNESTLY REQUESTING THE BUTUAN DISTRICT ENGINEERING OFFICE, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND HIGHWAYS TO INCLUDE IN THE REPAIR WORKS OF THE MAGSAYSAY BRIDGE THE CONSTRUCTION OF A STAIR AND RAILINGS MAKING BARANGAY BUHANGIN DIRECTLY ACCESSIBLE FROM THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

This policy is adopted in response to the request of Barangay Buhangin for a stair and railings for their convenience and safety in accessing the bridge.

3) SP Resolution No. 137-2010 - A RESOLUTION REQUESTING HIS HONOR, CITY MAYOR FERDINAND M. AMANTE, JR. TO APPOINT A TERMINAL SUPERVISOR AND SECRETARY AT THE VAN-FOR-HIRE TERMINAL, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SP ORDINANCE NO. 3416-2008, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

This is passed so to convene the Management Committee which will discuss various concerns in the operations of van-for-hire associations.

4) SP Resolution No. 147-2010 - A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY MAYOR FERDINAND M. AMANTE, JR. FOR THE SUSPENSION OF ALL MINING APPLICATIONS WITHIN BUTUAN CITY FOR ONE MONTH PERIOD, FOR INVENTORY AND EVALUATION PURPOSES

5) SP Resolution No. 148-2010 - A RESOLUTION REQUESTING CITY MAYOR, FERDINAND M. AMANTE, JR., TO RECONSTITUTE THE CREATION OF THE CITY MINING REGULATORY BOARD OF BUTUAN CITY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

These resolutions were enacted in response to concerns on small-scale mining operations within the city.

6) SP Resolution No. 151-2010 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HIS HONOR, CITY MAYOR FERDINAND M. AMANTE, JR., TO ENTER INTO AND SIGN A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE BUTUAN CITY GOVERNMENT AND THE OVERSEAS WORKERS WELFARE ADMINISTRATION (OWWA), RELATIVE TO THE SETTING UP OF AN OFW HELP DESK IN THE CITY GOVERNMENT OF BUTUAN

With this agreement executed, City Hall will have an OFW Help Desk installed at its Public Employment Service Office (PESO). This will accommodate concerns of local citizens on their loved ones working overseas.

7) SP Resolution No. 184-2010 - A RESOLUTION REQUESTING CITY MAYOR FERDINAND M. AMANTE, JR., TO RECONSTITUTE THE BUTUAN CITY GAMEFOWL COUNCIL, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

The reconstituted council will be composed of the following:
1) Chairman, Committee on Laws of the Sangguniang Panlungsod
2) ABC President
3) Chief of Police of Butuan City or his authorized representative
4) Representative of the duly licensed Cockpit Operators of Butuan City
5) One (1) designated by the City Mayor, particularly an organic personnel from the Permits and License Division to act as the Secretariat of the Council.

Councilor Josephine M. Salise is the current Chairman of the Committee on Laws, Justice, Human Rights, Rules, Ethics, and Style. The Association of Barangay Captains is headed by President Sabiniano O. Olandria, Barangay Chairman of Barangay Bonbon.

8) SP Resolution No. 186-2010 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MAYOR, HONORABLE FERDINAND M. AMANTE, JR., TO ENTER INTO A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE ALTERNATIVE INDIGENOUS DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION, INC. (AIDFI) FOR THE FABRICATION AND INSTALLATION OF HYDRAULIC RAM PUMPS (HYDRAM) AND GRAVITY-FED WATER SYSTEM FOR THE WATER SUPPLY OF THE RURAL BARANGAYS OF BUTUAN CITY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

In far-flung areas where potable water is a very limited commodity, the Alternative Indigenous Development Foundation, Inc. (AIDFI) comes up with a solution, which is to install hydraulic ram pumps and a gravity-fed water system. With this partnership successfully implemented, people in these remote areas will have the potable water they need.

9) SP Resolution No. 187-2010 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HIS HONOR, CITY MAYOR FERDINAND M. AMANTE, JR., TO ENTER INTO AND SIGN A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY GOVERNMENT OF BUTUAN AND DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND HIGHWAYS, FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SPECIAL LOCAL ROAD FUND (LSRF) UNDER R. A. 8794 MVUC LAW, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

This agreement will cover the release, utilization and liquidation of funds for the LGU-eligible projects and activities, such as road maintenance, road safety devices and traffic management.

10) SP Resolution No. 188-2010 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE HONORABLE CITY MAYOR, FERDINAND M. AMANTE, JR., TO ENTER INTO AND SIGN A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY GOVERNMENT OF BUTUAN, WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, REGIONAL FIELD UNIT XIII AND IMELDEMAR RURAL IMPROVEMENT CLUB, GRANTING A MULTI-PURPOSE DRYING PAVEMENT, RELATIVE TO THE POST HARVEST FACILITY COMPONENT OF GININTUANG MASAGANANG ANI PROGRAM, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

This support to agricultural livelihood will go a long way in helping the farmer members of Imeldamar Rural Improvement Club.

11) NGO Accreditations

An additional 13 Non-Government Organizations were granted accreditations by the Sangguniang Panlungsod, namely:

1) BXU Business Club - SP Res. No. 138-2010;
2) Panaghiusa sa Katawhan Lig-unon Aron
Magmalambuon ang Butuan ug Agusan del Norte
(PANGKALAMBUAN) - SP Res. No. 139-2010;
3) Baan Central Neighborhood Homeowners
Association, Inc. - SP Res. No. 140-2010;
4) Butuan Transport Federation, Inc. - SP Res. No. 141-2010;
5) Purok Pechay Neighborhood Homeowners
Association - SP Res. No. 142-2010;
6) Ladame Multi-Purpose Cooperative - SP Res. No. 143-2010;
7) Family Federation for World Peace, Inc. - SP Res. No. 144-2010;
8) Women in Small Enterprise Development in
Caraga, Inc. - SP Res. No. 145-2010;
9) Butuan Tae Kwon Do Gym - SP Res. No. 149-2010;
10) Kaakbay sa Buhay at Negosyo Micro-Credit, Inc. - SP Res. No. 150-2010;
11) Homeless People’s Federation Philippines, Inc. (HPFP) - SP Res. No. 152-2010;
12) Holy Redeemer Urban Neighborhood Association, Inc. - SP Res. No. 153-2010;
13) Kalipunan ng Liping Pilipina (KALIPI) - SP Res. No. 154-2010.

To date, a total of fifty-two (52) organizations were granted the accredited status.

12) SP Ordinance No. 3644-2010 - AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET 2010 OF THE CITY TOURISM OFFICE IN THE AMOUNT OF P1,546,000.00, TO BE CHARGED TO THE MAYOR'S SPECIAL FUND, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

The amount will be used by the City Tourism Office to fund its office operations and special projects up until the end of this year.

www.butuan.gov.ph

Fahdingding

October 20th, 2010, 01:57 PM

Nice pix of Cabadbaran! = )

Fahdingding

October 20th, 2010, 01:59 PM

asa diay ka gikan fahdingding?

Nabusy BRO! :)

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 01:59 PM

Soon... we will see the new capitol of Agusan del Norte to be erected in Cabadbaran...

Nice pix of Cabadbaran! = )

Fahdingding

October 20th, 2010, 02:05 PM

Soon... we will see the new capitol of Agusan del Norte to be erected in Cabadbaran...

New Prov. CApital?

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 02:10 PM

Dugay na naging capital ng Agusan del Norte ang Cabadabaran... Ang BXU was the capital of Agusan del Norte until 2000 when Republic Act 8811 mandated the transfer of the capital to Cabadbaran.. Pero halos lahat ng offices ay nasa Butuan... pero unti unti nang lilipat don sa Cabadbaran...

New Prov. CApital?

Fahdingding

October 20th, 2010, 02:15 PM

BXU AngelC

October 20th, 2010, 03:29 PM

BXU AngelC

October 20th, 2010, 03:32 PM

BXU AngelC

October 20th, 2010, 03:34 PM

nag open na pala sm savemore sa agora market cdo , sana magopen din dito kahit walang sm city savemore na lang

sa madugay og madale moabot rana cla...^^

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 03:42 PM

Bert, unsa namay mga update nato diha.. since naa man ka karon sa BXU...

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 03:46 PM

mao jud...

sa madugay og madale moabot rana cla...^^

BXU AngelC

October 20th, 2010, 03:49 PM

Bert, unsa namay mga update nato diha.. since naa man ka karon sa BXU...

daghan paman under construction @ regz..kasagaran mga commercial bldg..

BXU AngelC

October 20th, 2010, 03:52 PM

mga commercial establishment man kasagaran sprouting all over the city..on going paman kasagaran mga construction

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 03:52 PM

kadtong naa sa may south montilla blvd ba.. nga naay huge u/c commercial building.. kadtong near sa cafe caliente

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 03:54 PM

wala juy kisaw bahin sa KFC.... kung nadayon ba or wala...

BXU AngelC

October 20th, 2010, 04:01 PM

wala juy kisaw bahin sa KFC.... kung nadayon ba or wala...

wala pa ko ka hearing diri a..anway under construction paman pod ang rumored site niya d b, ang STRIP MALL sa Rosales Ave.

BXU AngelC

October 20th, 2010, 04:03 PM

kadtong naa sa may south montilla blvd ba.. nga naay huge u/c commercial building.. kadtong near sa cafe caliente

a ko ka laag didtong dapita @ regz, wory not kay didto man mo agi ang bus , pag balik najo sa Leyte this week.^^:)

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 04:03 PM

Roonwood Strip Mall kay hapit naman cguro mahuman... murag december man cguro to mag open... tapos rumored nga diha ang KFC... pero wala may kisaw bahin sa mga service crew kung asa ba mangapply...

wala pa ko ka hearing diri a..anway under construction paman pod ang rumored site niya d b, ang STRIP MALL sa Rosales Ave.

BXU AngelC

October 20th, 2010, 04:06 PM

36 NGOs accredited

A total of 36 NGOs were accredited by the 12th Sangguniang Panlungsod of Butuan in its 10th Regular Session conducted September 6, 2010.

Said organizations with their resolution numbers were the following:
1) Butuan City Urban Poor Assembly (BUCUPA) - SP Res. No. 92-2010;
2) Horizonville Community Homeowners’ Association - SP Res. No. 93-2010;
3) Kadiyawan Incorporated - SP Res. No. 94-2010;
4) United Homeowners’ Association, Inc. - SP Res. No. 95-2010;
5) Anticala Tribal Council Organization - SP Res. No. 96-2010;
6) Butuan City United Transport Operators and
Drivers Association, Inc. - SP Res. No. 97-2010;
7) Association of Differently-abled Entre Pinoy (ADAEP) - SP Res. No. 98-2010;
8) Immaculate Concepcion Homeowners’ Association, Inc. - SP Res. No. 99-2010;
9) Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers, Inc. – Agusan
del Norte Chapter - SP Res. No. 100-2010;
10) Federation of Van Transport & Allied Services of
Caraga (FEVANTRASC) - SP Res. No. 101-2010;
11) Millennium Pag-asa Neighborhood Association, Inc. - SP Res. No. 102-2010;
12) Loving Presence Foundation, Inc. - SP Res. No. 103-2010;
13) Comanche Bikers Association, Inc. - SP Res. No. 104-2010;
14) Butuan City Coalition for Transparent Accountable
Governance (BUTUAN – CCTAG) - SP Res. No. 105-2010;
15) Caraga Learning Service Providers Network, Inc. - SP Res. No. 106-2010;
16) Doongan Neighborhood Homeowners Association - SP Res. No. 107-2010;
17) Caraga Travel Links Cooperative - SP Res. No. 108-2010;
18) Eastern Motorized Multi-Purpose Cooperative
(EMMCO) - SP Res. No. 109-2010;
19) Buhangin – Mahay Tricycle Operators & Drivers
Association - SP Res. No. 110-2010;
20) Caraga Van Multi-Purpose Cooperative - SP Res. No. 111-2010;
21) Sandayong Foundation, Inc. - SP Res. No. 112-2010;
22) Sumilihon Multi-Purpose Cooperative - SP Res. No. 113-2010;
23) Butuanon Cares, Inc. - SP Res. No. 114-2010;
24) Butuan City Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Foundation, Inc. - SP Res. No. 115-2010;
25) Butuan City (HOST) Lions Club - SP Res. No. 116-2010;
26) Father Saturnino Urios University (FSUU) Policy
Center, Inc. - SP Res. No. 117-2010;
27) Agusan Pequeño – Pagatpatan Operators and Drivers
Association - SP Res. No. 118-2010;
28) Agusan Dispatchers – Drivers Association - SP Res. No. 119-2010;
29) San Ignacio Brgy. 15 Purok 7 Residential
Association Butuan City, Inc. - SP Res. No. 120-2010;
30) Save Mindanao Volunteers, Inc. - SP Res. No. 121-2010;
31) LEADS Cooperative - SP Res. No. 122-2010;
32) Butuan Government Employees’ Multi-Purpose
Cooperative - SP Res. No. 123-2010;
33) Pareb-Butuan Realtors Board, Inc. (BReBI) - SP Res. No. 124-2010;
34) E-Global Order Corporation - SP Res. No. 125-2010;
35) Saint Joseph Heights Homeowners’ Association, Inc. - SP Res. No. 126-2010;
36) Taboan United Vendors Development Association (TUVDA) - SP Res. No. 127-2010.

These NGOs add to the first three NGOs that were accredited under SP Resolution No. 62-2010, namely Taytay Sa Kauswagan, Inc., Monkayo Van Operators and Drivers Association (MONVODA), and Bagong Silang San Mateo Farmers Cooperative, summing the total to 39 NGOs accredited by the 12th Sangguniang Panlungsod so far.

source: http://www.butuan.gov.ph/home/36-ngos-accredited.html

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 04:07 PM

naay daghan didto mga u/c nahitabo.... mao nga expect photos from you...

a ko ka laag didtong dapita @ regz, wory not kay didto man mo agi ang bus , pag balik najo sa Leyte this week.^^:)

BXU AngelC

October 20th, 2010, 04:09 PM

Roonwood Strip Mall kay hapit naman cguro mahuman... murag december man cguro to mag open... tapos rumored nga diha ang KFC... pero wala may kisaw bahin sa mga service crew kung asa ba mangapply...

RONWOOD STRIP MALL LAGE ON GOING PA MAN ILA CONSTRUCTION..^^:)

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 04:11 PM

unsay buot pasabot nimo sa rumored site nga D and B?

RONWOOD STRIP MALL LAGE ON GOING PA MAN ILA CONSTRUCTION..^^:)

BXU AngelC

October 20th, 2010, 04:15 PM

unsay buot pasabot nimo sa rumored site nga D and B?

what i mean ang " KFC" ba d b sa STRIP MALL man ka mag put up?

BXU AngelC

October 20th, 2010, 04:16 PM

Critical legislations passed

The 10th Regular Session conducted September 6, 2010 witnessed the enactment of 4 ordinances and 46 resolutions. Of these 50 measures, some proved to be very critical in addressing some big concerns of the city.

In the matter of the burgeoning concern of saw mill operators and wood and logging business financiers in Butuan City, the first measure passed by the 12th Sangguniang Panlungsod was not enough. The Sanggunian discerned that greater authorities than the Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Caraga Region and the Philippine National Police – Region XIII should interfere to put and end to the malpractices and abuses committed by the personnel of the Criminal, Investigation, and Detection Group (CIDG) – Caraga Region. Thus, the Sanggunian enacted SP Resolution No. 85-2010, which strongly requests President Aquino through DILG Secretary Jesse M. Robredo to evaluate the performance of the CIDG - Caraga Region, and reorganize its personnel component.

Another concern was the formulation of the Executive – Legislative Agenda (ELA), which the City Government intends to finalize with the technical and facilitative assistance of Father Saturnino Urios University’s (FSUU) Development Center for Local Governance and Integrative Studies and the FSUU Policy, Incorporated, whose services are willingly offered pro bono. To formalize the partnership, a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) is to be signed by Butuan City Mayor Amante for the City Government and FSUU President, Rev. Fr. John Christian U. Young for FSUU. This is authorized by the 12th Sangguniang Panlungsod under SP Resolution No. 86-2010.

In infrastructural concerns, the Sanggunian sought for the assistance of Senator Ralph G. Recto to allocate the amount of PhP5,000,000.00 for the rehabilitation of Montilla Boulevard, whose parts have been dilapidated and are needing repair. This petition has been formally stated in SP Resolution No. 87-2010.

Finally, as a way of resolutely establishing a sustainable and effective management of the Agusan River Basin, the Sanggunian adopted SP Resolution No. 128-2010. This measure expresses the intention and willingness of the City Government of Butuan to enter into an Inter-LGU/NGA Partnership and Cooperation Agreement with the Provinces of Agusan del Sur and Compostella Valley and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.

With this synergy of efforts, the Agusan River Basin, being a vital source of economic, cultural, social and ecological benefits to the city and the provinces it traverses through, will last for generations and generations.

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 04:22 PM

aw mao lagi... pero expect na ang Margie's Cafe diha sa Ronwood. Have to know what other tenants ang mag rent diha sa Ronwood!...

what i mean ang " KFC" ba d b sa STRIP MALL man ka mag put up?

regjeex

October 20th, 2010, 04:25 PM

murag ganahan ko ani... :cheers:

Critical legislations passed

The 10th Regular Session conducted September 6, 2010 witnessed the enactment of 4 ordinances and 46 resolutions. Of these 50 measures, some proved to be very critical in addressing some big concerns of the city.

In the matter of the burgeoning concern of saw mill operators and wood and logging business financiers in Butuan City, the first measure passed by the 12th Sangguniang Panlungsod was not enough. The Sanggunian discerned that greater authorities than the Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Caraga Region and the Philippine National Police – Region XIII should interfere to put and end to the malpractices and abuses committed by the personnel of the Criminal, Investigation, and Detection Group (CIDG) – Caraga Region. Thus, the Sanggunian enacted SP Resolution No. 85-2010, which strongly requests President Aquino through DILG Secretary Jesse M. Robredo to evaluate the performance of the CIDG - Caraga Region, and reorganize its personnel component.

Another concern was the formulation of the Executive – Legislative Agenda (ELA), which the City Government intends to finalize with the technical and facilitative assistance of Father Saturnino Urios University’s (FSUU) Development Center for Local Governance and Integrative Studies and the FSUU Policy, Incorporated, whose services are willingly offered pro bono. To formalize the partnership, a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) is to be signed by Butuan City Mayor Amante for the City Government and FSUU President, Rev. Fr. John Christian U. Young for FSUU. This is authorized by the 12th Sangguniang Panlungsod under SP Resolution No. 86-2010.

In infrastructural concerns, the Sanggunian sought for the assistance of Senator Ralph G. Recto to allocate the amount of PhP5,000,000.00 for the rehabilitation of Montilla Boulevard, whose parts have been dilapidated and are needing repair. This petition has been formally stated in SP Resolution No. 87-2010.

Finally, as a way of resolutely establishing a sustainable and effective management of the Agus
an River Basin, the Sanggunian adopted SP Resolution No. 128-2010. This measure expresses the intention and willingness of the City Government of Butuan to enter into an Inter-LGU/NGA Partnership and Cooperation Agreement with the Provinces of Agusan del Sur and Compostella Valley and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.

With this synergy of efforts, the Agusan River Basin, being a vital source of economic, cultural, social and ecological benefits to the city and the provinces it traverses through, will last for generations and generations.

regjeex

October 22nd, 2010, 06:43 AM

Butuan City steps up preparations for SK, brgy elections

Butuan City (21 October) -- The local government, national line agencies and some private stakeholders here convened recently during the City Peace and Order Council (CPOC) meeting at the city mayor's conference room to discuss further the plans, preparations and other issues and concerns on the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) and barangay elections on October 25, 2010.

LTC Erwin Rommel P Lamzon of the Philippine Army briefed the council on the security measures during the election, and stressed the major need of coordination by the council from its preparation until end of election.

Lamzon also emphasized the big roles of the barangay election inspectors (BEIs), personnel in-charge from the Commission on Election (COMELEC), Department of Education (DepEd), Philippine National Police (PNP), and other concerned agencies in ensuring a clean, honest and peaceful election.

Meanwhile, PSSUPT Benson Leleng, City Director of Butuan City Police Office bared that far-flung areas especially those considered as election-watch-list areas will be secured by PNP and AFP.

City Mayor Ferdinand M. Amante, Jr. assured that the city government will fast-track its preparations and coordination with all the concerned agencies.

With this upcoming SK and barangay elections, the general public is also encouraged to exercise their right to vote. (PIA-Caraga)

regjeex

October 22nd, 2010, 06:45 AM

Cebuano News: DAR mi-apod apod og yuta sa mga-uuma sa Dinagat

Ni Michael Imbo

Butuan City (21 October) -- Dili masukod ang kalipay sa mga mag-uumang nakabenipisyo sa 120 ka Certificate of Land Ownership Award (CLOA) didto sa Municipality Tubajon, Probinsya sa Dinagat Islands, dili pa lang dogay.

Ang Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) ang nanguna sa programa subay sa pag-angkon sa mga mag-uuma sa titulo nga mikabat sa total land area 102.0839 ektarya nga yuta sa upat ka baryo ang Barangay Sta. Cruz, Mabini, Diaz ug Barangay San Roque.

Si Akbayan Representative Arlene "Kaka" Bag-ao kauban ang mga opisyales sa lokal nga kagamhanan ug opisyales sa DAR ang mipahigayon sa seremonyal nga pag-apod apod.

Si DAR-Regional Director Faisar Mambuay sa iyang mensahe nagkanayon nga "This is part of our continuing commitment of bringing social justice especially to the rural communities".

Gidugang niini nga ang kababayen-an ang dunay dakong papel sa pagtukod sa nasyon ug kumunidad apil na niini ang paglambo sa ekonomiya diin ubay-ubay sa kababayen-an ang nakabenipisyo sa maong land area.

Sumala sa naitala 48 ka kababayen-an ang naapil nga benipisyari. (PIA-Caraga)

regjeex

October 22nd, 2010, 06:46 AM

TLW Phils. to hold "Unashamed" youth conference

By Jennifer P. Gaitano

Butuan City (21 October) -- True Love Waits (TLW) Philippines, Inc., a non-profit organization with the goal of connecting the Filipino youth with God and His ultimate plan for purity will hold the first youth conference here dubbed as "Unashamed: Equipping Leaders Celebrating Purity" come November 13, 2010 at Father Saturnino Urios University (FSUU) Gymnasium, this city.

According to TLW Butuan Coordinator Ms. Odette M. Andaya, the goal is to challenge the Butuanon youth to be unashamed in making radical choices that will birth to personal change leading to social transformation of our city.

Registration fee is only Php 100.00 (to cover conference materials) for every participant. Those who will buy tickets on or before October 2, 2010 will have chance to win in the raffle draw during the youth conference.

TLW is committed to give impact to the youth by teaching them to be pure in heart which will lead them to make the right choices especially in the issue of sexual abstinence until marriage. (PIA-Caraga)

jsl_bxu1206

October 22nd, 2010, 10:56 AM

Cabadbaran City Hall

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jsl_bxu1206

October 22nd, 2010, 10:58 AM

The City Hall at Night

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jsl_bxu1206

October 22nd, 2010, 11:04 AM

Fountain sa Plaza
Cabadbaran City

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jsl_bxu1206

October 22nd, 2010, 11:06 AM

DTI celebrates "green" Consumer Welfare Month

by Lorijane D. Sacote & Mary Grace M. Sanchez

Butuan City (21 October) -- "Consumers: Green Multipliers," this is the year's theme for Consumer Welfare Month Celebration this October. With the given theme, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) takes the center stage as the lead agency.

The month-long celebration regionwide is anchored on the said theme which highlights the responsibilities of consumers to protect and preserve the environment.

Among the activities lined-up for the month are Fun Walk, Coastal Clean-up of the Masao Beach, information advocacy, consumer education seminars, fair trade law enforcement and monitoring, tree planting, consumers fora, quiz bowl and workshops on go green advocacy.

Consumer welfare month is celebrated every October per Presidential Proclamation 1098 issued in September 1997. (DTI-13/PIA-Caraga)

http://www.pia.gov.ph/?m=12&r=&y=&mo=&fi=p101021.htm&no=32

jsl_bxu1206

October 22nd, 2010, 11:08 AM

DAR gives 150 titles to Sibagat farmers

by Joie L. Ceballos

Butuan City (21 October) -- 150 individual Certificates of Land Ownership Award (CLOA) were distributed by the Department of Agrarian Reform to the farmers of Sibagat Agusan del Sur last 14 October 2010. The area covers a total of 244 hectares in the barangays of Afga, Anahawan and Mahayahay, all of Sibagat.

The awards were distributed to 102 male and 48 female ARBs by DAR Regional Director Faisar Mambuay together with Agusan del Sur Governor Adolph Edward G. Plaza, in time for the Governor's 100 days celebration.

Gov. Plaza expressed joy for the farmers and encouraged them to make the land productive. He also thanked DAR for the various interventions that the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP) has brought to the province.

RD Mambuay informed both the people and leaders during the gathering that about 1000 hectares in Sibagat are for distribution by the end of the year. " This is part of our commitment to improve our farmers, to improve our communities," says Mambuay.

Sibagat Mayor Thelma Lamanilao was happy of the good news. She hoped that with this land ownership component of CARP, revenue collection will also improve in the days to come.

Also present during the activity was Agusan Sur Vice Governor Santiago Cane and Sibagat Vice Mayor Allan Lañas. (DAR-13/PIA-Caraga)

http://www.pia.gov.ph/?m=12&r=&y=&mo=&fi=p101021.htm&no=26

BOB-bXu

October 22nd, 2010, 11:47 AM

guys, remember that I mentioned A Brown Co. investment in Butuan 3 months ago about a planned residential, resort/golf course project in Bonbon???

here's the official name of their latest upcoming residential development project in Butuan

West Highlands

Government-Private Sector Conference

By Abraham V. Llera

The “1st Government-Private Sector Conference on Our Country’s Economic Prospects Under the Aquino Administration” is all set on November 18, 2010 at 2:00 PM at the Xavier Sports & Country Club in Cagayan de Oro City.

Organized in cooperation with Regional Director Loreto T. Bhagwani of DILG R10 and the Oro Chamber of Commerce, this event hopes to gather the region’s 94 mayors and 5 governors and around 100 business leaders to listen to noted economist and Harvard-trained Dr. Bernardo M. Villegas, Senior Vice-President and Dean of the School of Economics of the University of Asia and the Pacific, speak on the shift in global economic power away from the developed economies to the emerging markets.

In the process, Dr. Villegas is expected to show (1) the implications this shift has on the Philippine economy, (2) how the Aquino administration, with its emphasis on good governance, is our best chance to finally claim our place among the N-11 countries, the eleven countries identified by Goldman Sachs as the next emerging economic powers after Brazil, Russia, India, and China, and (3) what the mayors and governors, working with the private sector, could do to help make this forecast a reality.

In other words, this is really an attempt—not only to prepare in case the Goldman Sachs prediction happens—but more so to make sure the prediction happens, and, if possible, to hasten its materialization by focusing attention to the need for a deliberate and systematic identification of opportunities, setting of goals, and charting the course that will secure these goals.

This activity is focusing on mayors and business leaders because more will be accomplished were these two to work hand-in-hand than were the two to work independently, for, indeed, it is the private sector who’ll take care of the investment and management, and the government sector of the infrastructure and incentives, a powerful combination if done properly. No less than President Aquino appreciates this, that’s probably why he is batting for closer collaboration between the private sector and the government.

This is the reason why Dr Bernardo M. Villegas will have with him Dr. Rolando Dy, Executive Director of the Center for Food and Agribusiness of the University of Asia and the Pacific, one of the country’s foremost experts on agri-business to give inputs and to answer questions pertaining to agri-business, one area which promises to be a driving force behind any economic surge, and which
Mindanao holds so much promise of.

This conference is being initiated by A Brown Co Inc as part of its corporate social responsibility. A Brown is the developer of Xavier Estates, Teakwood Hills in Cagayan de Oro, Valencia Estates in Valencia City, Bukidnon, and West Highlands in Butuan City.

A Brown acknowledges the key support of the DILG Region 10 Regional Director Loreto Bhagwani and the Cagayan de Oro Chamber of Commerce and Industry Foundation in making this conference possible.

source: BusinessWeek (http://www.businessweekmindanao.com/2010/10/government-private-sector-conference.html)

BOB-bXu

October 22nd, 2010, 11:53 AM

BOB-bXu

October 22nd, 2010, 12:05 PM

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Robinson's Place Bulacan land bank.....same with Butuan's "Opening Soon" tarp :nuts:

regjeex

October 22nd, 2010, 12:16 PM

:banana: good news indeed! good location... :):cheers:

guys, remember that I mentioned A Brown Co. investment in Butuan 3 months ago about a planned residential, resort/golf course project in Bonbon???

here's the official name of their latest upcoming residential development project in Butuan

West Highlands

source: BusinessWeek (http://www.businessweekmindanao.com/2010/10/government-private-sector-conference.html)

regjeex

October 22nd, 2010, 12:17 PM

mao ni akong giingon... !!! the best cityhall... ay townhall nlang diay... :)

The City Hall at Night

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regjeex

October 22nd, 2010, 12:18 PM

nice nice nice... :cheers:

Fountain sa Plaza
Cabadbaran City

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regjeex

October 22nd, 2010, 12:21 PM

:lol: Abi nako og Butuan na... Malolos man diay... hahaha at least klaro naman jud ang sa BXU... bisan pag bali balihon pa ang letter "O" with GoHotel palang.... then kadtong giingon ni Mayor... hulaton lang gud... :bash:

Robinson's Place Bulacan land bank.....same with Butuan's "Opening Soon" tarp :nuts:

regjeex

October 22nd, 2010, 12:42 PM

it's gonna be a huge one... it's nice location since duol ra sa Proposed Robinsons... atbangan jud diay nila ang resort sa mga Plaza..

:banana:

guys, remember that I mentioned A Brown Co. investment in Butuan 3 months ago about a planned residential, resort/golf course project in Bonbon???

here's the official name of their latest upcoming residential development project in Butuan

West Highlands

source: BusinessWeek (http://www.businessweekmindanao.com/2010/10/government-private-sector-conference.html)

regjeex

October 22nd, 2010, 01:02 PM

guys,

unsa naman update sa new port of Butuan or the Magellan International Port? nag operate naman cguro to....

romix

October 22nd, 2010, 01:33 PM

whatever happened to camella homes butuan, tuloy ba yan, sana magput up ang filinvest ng mall gaya ng festival mall sa alabang, sa kanila yon

regjeex

October 22nd, 2010, 01:46 PM

it was mentioned before by gujalex (ssc memeber) who used to be an agent sa filinvest homes Butuan that naay something project ang filinvest aside from housing... wala niya gi specify kung unsa...

whatever happened to camella homes butuan, tuloy ba yan, sana magput up ang filinvest ng mall gaya ng festival mall sa alabang, sa kanila yon

BOB-bXu

October 23rd, 2010, 08:42 AM

whatever happened to camella homes butuan, tuloy ba yan, sana magput up ang filinvest ng mall gaya ng festival mall sa alabang, sa kanila yon

the area is already taken by SM romix...if Filinvest would want to put up a mall beside their residential development....it will seem they will banging head-on with SM (who just bought a property very nearby)

regjeex

October 23rd, 2010, 09:14 AM

imposible cguro mag tayo ang Filinvest sa BXU og commercial complex.. pero who knows... kung madayon ang SM diha tapad sa Filivest, really good location... tapos pede pa sila mag expand kay lapad baya nang lugar diha.. im sure mo mahal na ang property diha once madayon ang SM dihang lugara...

the area is already taken by SM romix...if Filinvest would want to put up a mall beside their residential development....it will seem they will banging head-on with SM (who just bought a property very nearby)

Fahdingding

October 23rd, 2010, 01:10 PM

Fahdingding

October 23rd, 2010, 01:12 PM

the area is already taken by SM romix...if Filinvest would want to put up a mall beside their residential development....it will seem they will banging head-on with SM (who just bought a property very nearby)

:okay:

Fahdingding

October 23rd, 2010, 01:14 PM

nag open na pala sm savemore sa agora market cdo , sana magopen din dito kahit walang sm city savemore na lang

Wow!

BULLDOG

October 23rd, 2010, 02:05 PM

Re-electionist Barangay Kagawad shot dead in Agusan del Norte GMANews.TV - Saturday, October 23Send IM Story Print
BUTUAN CITY - A re-electionist Barangay Kagawad was shot dead by still unidentified armed men and women inside his house around 9:40 p.m. on Thursday evening.

Report from Caraga Police Regional Information Office identified the victim as Barangay Kagawad Rommel Magdayo Moldez, 31. Moldez was seeking re-election as Barangay Kagawad of Barangay San Isidro, Santiago, Agusan del Norte, where gold-rich Mount Sarog is located.

An initial investigation revealed that several as-yet unidentified men and women had entered the victim's house, looking for him. When Moldez arrived, accompanied by a certain Romnick Tupos, he and his companion were ordered to drop to the ground. Moldez was then shot twice in the back.

The suspects then allegedly left the premises to look for another person, identified as Barangay Kagawad Angelito Garong.

After the shooting, the victim was immediately rushed to Cabadbaran Emergency District Hospital some ten kilometers away from Barangay San Isidro, but was pronounced dead on arrival by attending physicians.

The immediate family and relatives of the victim told police probers that the killing may have been motivated by Moldez's direct involvement in peace and order initiatives in the mining area at Mount Sarug. They claimed that he had already previously received death threats.

Moldez's murder follows in the wake of allegations from concerned civilians that small-scale miners in the area have been acquiring illegal stockpiles of firearms and ammunition from police. The miners are also allegedly under the protection of local politicians, some of whom reportedly own some of the mining tunnels at Mount Sarug.

The alleged stockpiling came to light after a series of still unsolved robberies and killings that are apparently tied up with gold mining interests in the area.

The Santiago Municipal Police said that they are investigating the shooting to determine if it was politically motivated, as the victim was seeking re-election in the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections this coming Monday.

Earlier, Caraga Police Regional Director Chief Supt. Reynaldo S. Rafal identified 204 Barangays in Agusan del Norte as sensitive areas in need of monitoring. - TJD, GMANews.TV

romix

October 24th, 2010, 01:56 AM

a. brown pala developer ng xavier estates, we could expect na ang west highlands sa kinamlutan will be a highend like xavier, it will be overlooking metro butuan prang sa cebu

regjeex

October 24th, 2010, 06:42 AM

I would love to have a zip line in that area.. I hope our LGU will find funds as part of tourism na rin... it's a good investment na rin for our city.. i've seen on TV hosted by Jessica Soho... i think somewhere in Batangas ba un... ang zipline ay owned by local government... dagdag income sa kanilang lugar... aside from river cruising murag pede e-develop ang sa taguibo river... for water rafting... like one in Cabadbaran River nice didto kay white water...

a. brown pala developer ng xavier estates, we could expect na ang west highlands sa kinamlutan will be a highend like xavier, it will be overlooking metro butuan prang sa cebu

molestedtwineggs

October 24th, 2010, 10:46 AM

jsl_bxu1206

October 24th, 2010, 12:01 PM

kulbaan gyud ko ani ganina kadlawon kay abi nako maguba ang balay. ga-brownout pa gyud while it was still shaking. ngit2x kaayo, ako na lang gigunitan akong anak, hehehe.

5.1 magnitude quake hits parts of Mindanao
By Frinston Lim
Inquirer Mindanao
First Posted 13:57:00 10/24/2010

Filed Under: Earthquake

TAGUM CITY, Davao del Norte, Philippines--A magnitude 5.1 quake hit anew parts of southern Philippines early on Sunday, the US Geological Survey said.

The quake shook parts of Mindanao which was rattled by a tremor of almost similar strength exactly a day earlier but the temblor over the weekend was much stronger, residents reported.

Sunday’s quake, which struck at 2:37 a.m., was traced some 55 kilometers southeast of Surigao City with a depth of 10 kilometers, the USGS said.

Residents in the nearby city of Butuan reported being jolted from sleep by the quake, but local authorities did not report any damage or injuries.

“The quake was sudden and so strong that I was roused from sleep,” Jenirose Torotoro, a Butuan City resident said, adding Sunday’s tremor was slightly stronger but quicker than Saturday’s.

Saturday’s magnitude-5.0 temblor had a depth of 141.9 kilometers and was traced some 85 kilometers from Hinatuan town, in Surigao del Sur, according to the USGS.

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said Butuan City was shaken by a magnitude-3.9 aftershock at around 5:20 a.m. on Saturday.

The Philippines sits in the Pacific Ring of Fire where continental plates collide resulting in frequent volcanic and seismic activities.

http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/regions/view/20101024-299463/51-magnitude-quake-hits-parts-of-Mindanao

jsl_bxu1206

October 24th, 2010, 12:07 PM

4.5 Earthqukae Rocks Butuan
October 24, 2010, 3:16pm

BUTUAN CITY – Residents of this city panicked after a magnitude 4.5 earthquake rocked them early Sunday morning. However, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) in the Caraga Region said no damage was reported as of press time.

OCD Regional Director Blanche T. Gobenciong immediately mobilized field personnel to monitor reports coming from various disaster councils in this city and Agusan del Norte.

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported that the tremor was recorded at 2:38 a.m. The temblor was traced some 15 kilometers northeast of Jabonga town in Agusan del Norte, Phivolcs said.

The quake which was tectonic in origin, had a depth of 125.66 kilometers, and was also felt in other parts of the Caraga Region. Phivolcs also reported that a magnitude 3.9 quake also hit this city at 5:20 a.m. Saturday. The early morning tremor was traced seven kilometers north of this city with 125.50 kilometers depth.

Meanwhile, Caraga Region residents also went into panic when a magnitude 5.0 quake hit Surigao del Sur also on Saturday.

In that tremor, no damage was also reported following the 2:23 a.m. local time temblor traced some 85 kilometers south-southeast of Hinatuan town, Surigao del Sur. (Mike Crismundo)

http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/283960/45-earthqukae-rocks-butuan

regjeex

October 24th, 2010, 12:11 PM

added to your list... mga secret millionaire and billionaire sa BXU.. anjan ang mga Calo Family, Yui, Chan, Dy, Andaya... daghan pa...

mas nindot ang local mag initiate kaysa magpaabot pa ug investors...langawon na pud... wa man kaayo mga nadato sa butuan...

unlike business tycoon from Cebu, at least sa CDO naa silay Pelaez

sa butuan kaha kinsa? si Mancao? si Plaza? mga Amante?

daghan kaayo potential for tourism ang Agusan del Norte alone...

i remember before in my elementary days... field trip

cold and hot spring in jagupit, cabadbaran water falls, bonbon pwede pud siguro diha ang rafting... caves and beaches in vinafor carmen, Diwata mountains for eco-tourism zip line and theme park, lake mainit, agusan river cruise, historical sites like mazao kingdom, balangay, centennial tree, landmark of magellan...

daghan baya...

unsay plano anang grandstand diha nga pati semento gianay naman? bowowow...

jsl_bxu1206

October 24th, 2010, 12:27 PM

Cabadbaran City

Old Catholic Church
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4108/5109640931_de3fb82465_z.jpg

Atega Ancestral House
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4149/5109640939_e7563ce9d1_z.jpg

Rock Tower
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1136/5109640941_367a3f08a2_z.jpg

Abundant Water
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1211/5109640945_61c890256e_z.jpg

jsl_bxu1206

October 24th, 2010, 12:28 PM

naa ka nalimtan reg, apila nang mga NAKILA sa tiniwisan. mga bilyonaryo sad nang mga tawhana na, hehehe.

added to your list... mga secret millionaire and billionaire sa BXU.. anjan ang mga Calo Family, Yui, Chan, Dy, Andaya... daghan pa...

jsl_bxu1206

October 24th, 2010, 12:41 PM

http://kitcharao.webs.com/all%20new1%20copy9.jpg

Rest Area Park
http://kitcharao.webs.com/Jabonga+lake+mainit.jpg

Ibuan Falls
http://kitcharao.webs.com/falls.jpg

Asinan Salt Spring
http://kitcharao.webs.com/hotspring4.jpg

The Bahay Kubo
http://kitcharao.webs.com/686452472l%20bahay%20kubo.jpg

Lake Mainit
http://kitcharao.webs.com/wind%20surfing%20final.jpg

jsl_bxu1206

October 24th, 2010, 12:49 PM

Jabonga, ADN

http://multiply.com/mu/terencegrana/image/34:jabonga/photos/10/600x600/39/12-31-2006-99.jpg?et=fx%2B0M45hPiJ2W9vfTt9Ojg&nmid=17566475

http://multiply.com/mu/terencegrana/image/10:jabonga/photos/10/600x600/99/12-31-2006-60.jpg?et=uQP4RZoH%2BJaNLhIaF7ZOMw&nmid=17566475

http://multiply.com/mu/terencegrana/image/11:jabonga/photos/10/600x600/102/12-31-2006-55.jpg?et=iR5eLLPBOI5ZxsoImIqghA&nmid=17566475

http://multiply.com/mu/terencegrana/image/8:jabonga/photos/10/600x600/109/12-31-2006-48.jpg?et=pCCFPN8dsZu5h4Ks%2Cw4Pmw&nmid=17566475

regjeex

October 24th, 2010, 01:19 PM

ah jati ra... :bash: :lol: apilon man jud ko... hahaha wala intawon ultimo ra intawon nang apelyedoha... mantiner lang intawon nag kamote panawid gutom... :lol: Added to the list diay ang Salas, UY, Busa, Lingatong :), Sumayod :)... daghan jud nag pahipi nga mga datu sa Butuan... mo adto ang ug manila or Cebu para mag shopping...

naa ka nalimtan reg, apila nang mga NAKILA sa tiniwisan. mga bilyonaryo sad nang mga tawhana na, hehehe.

regjeex

October 24th, 2010, 01:20 PM

wow nice... :cheers: mao jud na akong ka biliban sa Cabadbaran kay abunda kaayo og Tubig.. mao bitaw nga rice basket ning lugara including RTR... na occupado man gyod ang tibuok tubo...:cheers:

Cabadbaran City

Old Catholic Church
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4108/5109640931_de3fb82465_z.jpg

Atega Ancestral House
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4149/5109640939_e7563ce9d1_z.jpg

Rock Tower
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1136/5109640941_367a3f08a2_z.jpg

Abundant Water
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1211/5109640945_61c890256e_z.jpg

regjeex

October 24th, 2010, 01:22 PM

kani unta ang i develop sa atong region o or sa LGU sa Agusan del Norte... kitcharao has potential jud... pede mag wind rafting ba tawag ana... very nice jud na.. mo kita jud og insakto ang ADN ana ba...

http://kitcharao.webs.com/all%20new1%20copy9.jpg

Rest Area Park
http://kitcharao.webs.com/Jabonga+lake+mainit.jpg

Ibuan Falls
http://kitcharao.webs.com/falls.jpg

Asinan Salt Spring
http://kitcharao.webs.com/hotspring4.jpg

The Bahay Kubo
http://kitcharao.webs.com/686452472l%20bahay%20kubo.jpg

Lake Mainit
http://kitcharao.webs.com/wind%20surfing%20final.jpg

ritche

October 24th, 2010, 01:32 PM

regjeex

October 24th, 2010, 01:42 PM

Yep! Atega, Amante and Nakila/Naquila:nuts: ang usa sa mga migrantes dihang lugara...

The home of the Ategas, Kuya Moe...:)

jameslab8470

October 24th, 2010, 02:19 PM

Nice pix! maaung gabie butuan!

regjeex

October 24th, 2010, 03:18 PM

nanughoy man lagi ang buhok ta di saon? ngansi ba toni? hehehe

maayong duom kanimo di saon!

Nice pix! maaung gabie butuan!

regjeex

October 25th, 2010, 06:52 AM

TV5 to spend P10B to become No. 1
Written by Lenie Lectura

Sunday, 03 October 2010 11:16
MediaQuest Holdings Inc., the Media holding company owned by the PLDT retirement fund of Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co., has allocated P10 billion in for the continuing expansion of TV5, to make its television unit the number one broadcasting network in the country.

Being in a hurry to build the infrastructure TV5 needs to make its dream come true, MediaQuest has allocated most of this budget, or about P7 billion, until 2011. The remaining portion of the budget will be spent until 2014.

“To build out the entire facility we will spend around P9 to P10 billion,” MediaQuest president Ray Espinosa said last week.

The investment, he said, will be spent for broadcast transmission, network and operations, inclusive of new studios and offices. 

MediaQuest has earlier projected TV5’s revenue to hit P1-billion by the end of the year but is not expecting the station to become immediately profitable. Espinosa said such may happen in the coming years because “we are in a start-up move” adding that it is still in the process of building up its facilities including the acquisition of vehicles for improved mobility of its talents.”

Based on a five-year plan, we are working toward becoming profitable sometime in our fifth year,” Espinosa said.

Espinosa has expressed optimism on achieving profitability, which he said is anchored on the increase in advertising revenues of TV5’s programs such as Talentadong Pinoy, Midnight DJ, Who Wants To Be a Millionaire, Face to Face.

“Advertising revenues will more than double this year compared to last year,” he said, adding that the ratings of TV5’s hit shows are doing very well that many continue to place advertisements during the time slots when these are shown.

TV5 will start the construction of its new headquarters, which will house six studios, in Mandaluyong City in November this year but will retain its three studios in Novaliches.

The TV station, which MediaQuest acquired from businessman Antonio Cojuangco, will also strengthen its reach nationwide and plans to put up a station abroad.  “Definitely any network would have to do that. TV5 Global will be our foreign station. We have more than enough local programs to put up a good network for overseas,” said Espinosa.

TV5 will also put up a UHF channel and a radio station in the FM bandwidth. “The timetable for the overseas station, UHF channel and radio station are all Asap. Everything is being done simultaneously but the interest is to do it quickly because we know that this will provide revenues,” said the official.

Espinosa admitted that TV5 has a lot of catching up to do to beat Channel 2 of ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corp. and Channel 7 of GMA Network. “We have to aspire to be number one. We will put our resources to achieve that goal.”

Earlier, MediaScape Inc., another unit of MediaQuest, has sought the approval of its application by the National Telecommunications Commission to put up 50 broadcasting systems nationwide. If approved, the facilities could be utilized by TV5.  

Among the areas where MediaScape plans to put up TV stations are Butuan, Zambales, Coron, Ormoc, Bohol, Tacloban and Albay.

jsl_bxu1206

October 25th, 2010, 10:14 AM

Starring na pod si kuya moe, hehehe.

The home of the Ategas, Kuya Moe...:)

jsl_bxu1206

October 25th, 2010, 10:19 AM

Candidates gathering and detaining voters may be charged for kidnapping

By Robert E. Roperos

Butuan City (25 October) -- Caraga Comelec Regional Director Atty. Francisco Pone today said candidates gathering and detaining voters may be filed with kidnapping, following the report that a candidate in the SK Chairmanship position gathered and detained around 40 registered youth-voters in one of the beach resorts in Carmen, Agusan del Norte, to ensure his victory in today's election.

The official said, what the said candidate is doing is a clear violation of the Omnibus Election Code and may be filed kidnapping for detaining persons.

Also, Pobe reminded those drivers whose vehicles were used to transport the voters to be cautious because they may also be filed with kidnapping case for being an accessory to the crime. (PIA-Caraga)

http://www.pia.gov.ph/?m=12&fi=p101025.htm&no=11&r=&y=&mo=

jsl_bxu1206

October 25th, 2010, 10:20 AM

PNP Agusan Norte conducts probe on alleged voters' detention

By Robert E. Roperos

Butuan City (25 October) -- Following the report involving a candidate in the SK chairmanship position allegedly gathered youth-voters and detained them in a beach resort in Buenavista, Agusan del Norte, PNP Agusan del Norte Provincial Director PSSupt Nestor M. Fajura said they have immediately conducted investigation regarding the matter.

In a phone-patch interview this morning, the official said, upon receiving the report, they immediately conducted investigation yesterday and found out that "it's positive that there were youths in the said resort," he said. However, when the team asked them (youths), they said the group is just conducting recreational activities and that they were not forced by anybody to join the group.

However, Fajura enjoined the parents that if their children were detained by force, they may file appropriate complaints before the local authorities and the COMELEC, in general.

Meanwhile, Fajura said the voters' turnout in Agusan del Norte as of press time is from moderate to heavy and the whole province turned out to be generally peaceful. (PIA-Caraga)

http://www.pia.gov.ph/?m=12&r=&y=&mo=&fi=p101025.htm&no=12

jsl_bxu1206

October 25th, 2010, 10:38 AM

Carmen, ADN

http://pic15.picturetrail.com/VOL598/4010615/8325506/116512419.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3492/3238158663_c6459f93cd.jpg

http://images.brco.multiply.com/image/4/photos/41/500x500/1/P1010371.JPG?et=ICYwLNIGDYkb37LhDw46xQ&nmid=94476155

http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/5379/b5jpg.jpg

romix

October 25th, 2010, 11:14 AM

hoy molestedtwneggs hindi tycoon yang mga pelaez dyan sa cdo, karmihan investors dyan mga taga maynila din, mga intsik, walang tycoon na from cdo talaga,

romix

October 25th, 2010, 11:17 AM

when we speak of tycoon mga kahanay ng mga gokongwies, sys, gotianuns, cojuangcos, aboitiz, lopezes, ayala de zobel, walang pelaez doon

jsl_bxu1206

October 25th, 2010, 11:26 AM

korek! hehehe. manny villar belongs to that group too!

when we speak of tycoon mga kahanay ng mga gokongwies, sys, gotianuns, cojuangcos, aboitiz, lopezes, ayala de zobel, walang pelaez doon

jsl_bxu1206

October 25th, 2010, 11:31 AM

here's the list:

2010 Philippines 40 Richest Man According to Forbes Magazine

1. Henry Sy US$5 billion
2. Lucio Tan $2.1 billion
3. John Gokongwei Jr. $1.5 billion
4. Jaime Zobel de Ayala $1.4 billion
5. Andrew Tan $1.2 billion
6. Tony Tan Caktiong $980 million
7. Enrique Razon Jr. $975 million
8. Beatrice Campos $840 million
9. George Ty $805 million
10. Eduardo Cojuangco Jr. $760 million
11. Inigo and Mercedes Zobel $ 730 million
12. David Consunji $715 million
13. Emilio T. Yap $665 million
14. Andrew Gotianun $500 million
15. Vivian Que Azcona $445 million
16. Oscar Lopez $420 million
17. Manuel Villar $380 million
18. Jon Ramon Aboitiz $360 million
19. Mariano Tan $330 million
20. Robert Coyuito, Jr. $310 million
21. Roberto ONgpin $300 million
22. Alfonso Yuchengco $260 million
23. Betty Ang $165 million
24. Enrique Aboitiz $150 million
25. Gilberto Duavit $145 million
26. Mynardo Jimenez $143 million
27. Felipe Gozon $120 million
28. Alfredo Ramos $117 million
29. Manuel Zamora $116 million
30. Wilfred Uytengsu, Jr. $115 million
31. Benjamin Romualdez $110 million
32. Wilfred King $100 million
33. Tomas Alcantara $99 million
34. Bienvenido Tantoco, Sr. $95 million
35. Frederick Dy $70 million
36. Eugenio Lopez III $68 million
37. Lourdes Montinola $65 million
38. Luis Virata $57 million
39. Jesus Tambunting $55 million
40. Philip Ang $50 million

hoy molestedtwneggs hindi tycoon yang mga pelaez dyan sa cdo, karmihan investors dyan mga taga maynila din, mga intsik, walang tycoon na from cdo talaga,

regjeex

October 25th, 2010, 11:58 AM

:) mao ba ni ang jurasic park part? nice one!

Carmen, ADN

http://pic15.picturetrail.com/VOL598/4010615/8325506/116512419.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3492/3238158663_c6459f93cd.jpg

http://images.brco.multiply.com/image/4/photos/41/500x500/1/P1010371.JPG?et=ICYwLNIGDYkb37LhDw46xQ&nmid=94476155

http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/5379/b5jpg.jpg

regjeex

October 25th, 2010, 12:12 PM

speaking Brgy Election, kulba kaayo ang Brgy Tiniwisan particular sa ka atbang sa imcumbent brgy captain nga si Tabelon... ang flatform TV este plata porma sa ka atbang ni Capt. Tabelon which Pamangkin sa asawa ni Kapitan... hehehe nga pag sya mo daug ang Saturday and Sunday is open for sabong and sugal... :bash:

Fahdingding

October 26th, 2010, 04:47 AM

regjeex

October 26th, 2010, 09:10 AM

Butuan Comelec bares official result in 27 barangays
By Robert E. Roperos

Butuan City (26 October) -- As of 8:00 this morning, the City Comelec here bared official and final result of 19 barangays or 31.39 percent of the city's total number of barangays during yesterday's Barangay and SK Synchronized Elections.

Of the 27 barangays, majority of the winners are the incumbent punong barangays, it was learned.

Following are the elected punong barangays: Brgy. Ampayon - Sammy Amante; Brgy. Ong Yiu ? Leyson; Brgy. Obrero - Fernan B. Rivero; Brgy. San Ignacio ? Galan; Brgy. Dumalagan ? Ditchon; Brgy. Masao ? Perez; Brgy. Pianing ? Sumaylo; Brgy. Kinamlutan - Ilagor; Brgy. Imadejas ? Aclan; Brgy. Bayanihan ? Libarios; Brgy. Ambago ? Monico Bustillo; Brgy. Dulag ? Rosales; Brgy. Holy Redeemer ? Laura F. Salcon; Brgy. Bading ? Boholano; Brgy. J.P. Rizal ? Lao; Brgy. Amparo ? Cabudlan; Brgy. Baan Riverside - Jeremiah Café; Brgy. Anticala ? Bao; Brgy. Mahogany ? Padilla; Brgy. Tagabaca ? Cantero; Brgy. Taguibo - Bianio; Brgy. Bugsukan ? Galla; Brgy. Tiniwisan - Tabelon; Brgy. Sumilihon -Calo; Brgy. Tandang Sora ? Iskol; Brgy. Taligaman ? Jañola; and Brgy. Villa Kanangga ? Amigos.

As of press time, election canvass in other barangays continue to arrive at the City Comelec Office. (PIA-Caraga)

regjeex

October 26th, 2010, 09:14 AM

Butuan Mayor's bro wins as Ampayon barangay chairman, vows better governance
By Robert E. Roperos

Butuan City (26 October) -- Mr. Sammy Amante, brother of Butuan City Mayor Ferdinand M. Amante, Jr. garnered landslide victory over his opponent as the new Punong Barangay of Barangay Ampayon here, the second barangay in the city who has the biggest number of registered voters during the May 10, 2010 national and local elections, next to Barangay Libertad.

In an interview with a local radio station here, the newly-elected Punong Barangay said one of the priority programs of his administration is to implement the "Pangkabuhayan sa Katawhan" (People's Livelihood) "because this is needed by my constituents here in Ampayon," he said.

Also, Amante assured the people of Ampayon of better governance, as he inherited the position from his brother who is now the city's mayor. Further, Brgy. Capt. Amante extended his gratitude to the people of Ampayon for the support.

"I would like to thank all the Ampayon people who supported me; I will do my best to fulfill what I have promised to make Ampayon a better barangay in Butuan City," he said. (PIA-Caraga)

molestedtwineggs

October 26th, 2010, 09:20 AM

korek! hehehe. manny villar belongs to that group too!

mao ba.. wala diay tycoon from Mindanao.. kay ang Aboitiz ug Gokongwie.. from Cebu mana sila...

Alcantara kaha taga asa?

regjeex

October 26th, 2010, 09:26 AM

The True Brew
J.C. Aquino Avenue, Butuan City

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regjeex

October 26th, 2010, 09:27 AM

Murag maapil sa list ang mga floriendo of Davao... ug kanang tag-iya sa NCCC...

mao ba.. wala diay tycoon from Mindanao.. kay ang Aboitiz ug Gokongwie.. from Cebu mana sila...

Alcantara kaha taga asa?

BOB-bXu

October 26th, 2010, 12:07 PM

mas nindot ang local mag initiate kaysa magpaabot pa ug investors...langawon na pud... wa man kaayo mga nadato sa butuan...

unlike business tycoon from Cebu, at least sa CDO naa silay Pelaez

sa butuan kaha kinsa? si Mancao? si Plaza? mga Amante?

daghan kaayo potential for tourism ang Agusan del Norte alone...

i remember before in my elementary days... field trip

cold and hot spring in jagupit, cabadbaran water falls, bonbon pwede pud siguro diha ang rafting... caves and beaches in vinafor carmen, Diwata mountains for eco-tourism zip line and theme park, lake mainit, agusan river cruise, historical sites like mazao kingdom, balangay, centennial tree, landmark of magellan...

daghan baya...

unsay plano anang grandstand diha nga pati semento gianay naman? bowowow...

the Pelaeze's of Misamis are not even close to be considered a "Tycoon".

they are the 'old rich' of Misamis whose stake is much into land estates (from inheritance) from first generation Pelaeze's who have a big clout in Misamis and CDO's political arena along with the Roa's.

the nearest can be considered a 'tycoon' of local significance could easily be earned by the Limketkai's whose fortune came early with their Marca Leon product line sold nationwide under the Limketlkai Manufacturing Corp. and now into mix use development.

regjeex

October 27th, 2010, 07:33 AM

Limketkai ba ang tag iya sa CDO carnenorte? or nag kataon lang nga CDO nakabutang.... I considered also NCCC of Davao since naa sila daghan branches in Mindanao... and also the Floriendo...

the Pelaeze's of Misamis are not even close to be considered a "Tycoon".

they are the 'old rich' of Misamis whose stake is much into land estates (from inheritance) from first generation Pelaeze's who have a big clout in Misamis and CDO's political arena along with the Roa's.

the nearest can be considered a 'tycoon' of local significance could easily be earned by the Limketkai's whose fortune came early with their Marca Leon product line sold nationwide under the Limketlkai Manufacturing Corp. and now into mix use development.

regjeex

October 27th, 2010, 07:44 AM

US officials to inaugurate PDEA headquarters in Butuan City
Butuan City (26 October) -- Officials from the U.S. Embassy and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) will inaugurate the new Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Regional Headquarters in Libertad, Butuan City at 3:00 P.M. on Thursday, October 28, 2010.

The US DEA funded the comprehensive renovation of the PDEA's regional headquarters building in Butuan City, which significantly enhances the administrative and logistics capability of PDEA agents operating in Northern Mindanao.

Expected to attend the ceremony are U.S. DEA Country Attache Robert Cash; Agusan Del Norte 1st Dist., Butuan City and Las Nieves Rep. Jose Aquino; PDEA Director General Dionisio Santiago; Butuan City Mayor Ferdinand Amante; Agusan Del Norte Governor Erlpe John Amante; and Butuan Bishop Juan De Dios Pueblos.

Media interested in covering the event should be in place by 2:30 P.M. For more information, please call or text Adrian Ayalin of the U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section at 301-2505 or 0920-9829361. (PIA-MMIO)

jsl_bxu1206

October 27th, 2010, 09:40 AM

yep, kanang first pic reg. hait kaayo og mga bato. mao cguro jurassic ang name kay masamad ka dinha, murag napaakan og dinosaur, hehehe. joke!:lol:

:) mao ba ni ang jurasic park part? nice one!

jsl_bxu1206

October 27th, 2010, 09:40 AM

naa na diay tarp nakabutang nga SOON TO OPEN nga SUN SHOP sa Level 4 at Gaisano. lahi pod diay tong sun shop express sa langihan.

regjeex

October 27th, 2010, 09:59 AM

Murag business centre man cguro nang naa sa Gmall.. basin lahi ang sa langihan....

naa na diay tarp nakabutang nga SOON TO OPEN nga SUN SHOP sa Level 4 at Gaisano. lahi pod diay tong sun shop express sa langihan.

regjeex

October 27th, 2010, 10:00 AM

mao ba? naka adto naman ko diha cguro sa una sa college pako.. pero wala ko naligo kay talawan ko lagi og dagat... :lol: didto ra ko sa cottage nag pa uraray sa hangin.... :lol:

yep, kanang first pic reg. hait kaayo og mga bato. mao cguro jurassic ang name kay masamad ka dinha, murag napaakan og dinosaur, hehehe. joke!:lol:

jsl_bxu1206

October 27th, 2010, 10:04 AM

henry sy and lucio tan are also from cebu.

mao ba.. wala diay tycoon from Mindanao.. kay ang Aboitiz ug Gokongwie.. from Cebu mana sila...

Alcantara kaha taga asa?

jsl_bxu1206

October 27th, 2010, 10:05 AM

open na ang sa langihan pero wala man customers kada labay nako.

Murag business centre man cguro nang naa sa Gmall.. basin lahi ang sa langihan....

regjeex

October 27th, 2010, 10:08 AM

basin wala pa kaayo market nila since bago lang sila nag open.. or basin hinay pas limatok mo lihok ang marketing dept nila.. :lol:

open na ang sa langihan pero wala man customers kada labay nako.

regjeex

October 27th, 2010, 10:10 AM

pag uli nako puhon, mag change ko og net provider... from bayanwireless to Sun... kay hinay pas linta ang bayanwireless :bash:

jsl_bxu1206

October 27th, 2010, 10:12 AM

naa man pod sa new wing on bldg ilang location so wa kaayo mangadto. maypag sa downtown na lng nila gbutang sang express shop.

basin wala pa kaayo market nila since bago lang sila nag open.. or basin hinay pas limatok mo lihok ang marketing dept nila.. :lol:

regjeex

October 27th, 2010, 10:14 AM

ah so nag open na diay ang new wing-on... unsay may hitsura sa wing-on? unsa may sulod? grocery gihapon?

naa man pod sa new wing on bldg ilang location so wa kaayo mangadto. maypag sa downtown na lng nila gbutang sang express shop.

jsl_bxu1206

October 27th, 2010, 10:15 AM

wala pa. ang sunshop express og naa'y dental clinic pa ang open nga tenants. wa ko kbalo kung grocery or dept store ba.

ah so nag open na diay ang new wing-on... unsay may hitsura sa wing-on? unsa may sulod? grocery gihapon?

jsl_bxu1206

October 27th, 2010, 10:25 AM

Baoto Festival, Jabonga, ADN

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jsl_bxu1206

October 27th, 2010, 10:54 AM

nindot pang thread banner

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regjeex

October 27th, 2010, 12:01 PM

nice photos there JSL... :cheers:

romix

October 27th, 2010, 01:55 PM

true brew should be ready for the invasion of manila based coffee shops once rob mall will open, like bo's coffee, starbucks, but let us support true brew dahil totoong butuan based, emily egmilan is a classmate of my friend at agusan high before

regjeex

October 27th, 2010, 02:04 PM

im sure they are ready @romix... not only true brew... there's margie's and others... margie's will soon have another branch inside Ronwood strip mall... :) Im sure mag karoon din ng branches ang mga homegrown cafe's like cafe caliente etc.... or kahit ndi sa robinsons.. baka don sila mag put up ng branch sa the boardwalk... jan sa may riverside once mahuman... ambot og nadayon na ba ang construction diba nag stop man to... :bash:

true brew should be ready for the invasion of manila based coffee shops once rob mall will open, like bo's coffee, starbucks, but let us support true brew dahil totoong butuan based, emily egmilan is a classmate of my friend at agusan high before

molestedtwineggs

October 27th, 2010, 03:26 PM

open na ang sa langihan pero wala man customers kada labay nako.

bai.. kanang SUN karon sa BXU.. accessible na ba ang broadband for internet use?

jsl_bxu1206

October 28th, 2010, 08:32 AM

wala ko kabalo bai. wala pod ko nag-inquire. globe man gud akong gamit. maybe the other butuan-based forumers can answer that.

bai.. kanang SUN karon sa BXU.. accessible na ba ang broadband for internet use?

regjeex

October 28th, 2010, 09:00 AM

Parts JSL, dili ba hinay ang Globe? gusto nako mag change lagi from Bayanwireless..

molestedtwineggs

October 28th, 2010, 10:31 AM

wala ko kabalo bai. wala pod ko nag-inquire. globe man gud akong gamit. maybe the other butuan-based forumers can answer that.

i have tried sun broadband before in Manila.. and it was ok and cheaper than smart and globe... 7.2mbps... i hope upgraded na ang signal there in BXU for 3G and HDSPA user

BXU-GCP

October 28th, 2010, 01:19 PM

Parts JSL, dili ba hinay ang Globe? gusto nako mag change lagi from Bayanwireless..

Rex, am using GLOBE BROADBAND karon. Naay landline with internet. Free call lang ang globe broadband to globe broadband nationwide. So far okay ra man ang speed. Globe Broadband pod amo connection sa manila ug cavite. So free call amo mga tawag.

regjeex

October 28th, 2010, 02:52 PM

nice to hear that Sir... gusto nako pulihan among bayanwireless... pila man ilang package Sir?

BXU-GCP

October 29th, 2010, 03:34 AM

nice to hear that Sir... gusto nako pulihan among bayanwireless... pila man ilang package Sir?

package starts at P995.00 tapos magkamahal lang siya depende sa speed imo gusto. Interconnected na pod ang GLOBE BROADBAND landlines with Bayantel landlines sa Butuan. Soon daw pati sa PLDT(Cruztelco & Philcom) ug ITALTEL.

regjeex

October 29th, 2010, 07:28 AM

Three BS ECE students train in Hitachi GST Laguna

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Sta. Rosa City, Laguna – Three BS Electronics Engineering (BSECE) senior students from Caraga State University is going through their 2-month training at Hitachi Global Storage Technologies (GST) Philippines Corporation in Special Export Processing Zone, Laguna Technopark, Binan, Laguna.

[Photo (from left to right): Christian S. Baguio, Marie Chu P. Galinato and Jerry Guzman, the three BSECE students wearing their Hitachi GST uniforms inside the production area.]

Christian S. Baguio, Marie Chu P. Galinato and Jerry Guzman are just three of the students from CSU that enjoys the partnership made between our University and Hitachi GST. With Hitachi GST’s Integrated University Program, it unwraps the CSU to benefit from its thrust. Engr. Alexander T. Demetillo, OIC-Dean of the CEIT, and Ms. Josephine Sanosa, HR manager for University Linkages of Hitachi GST, both representatives of the partnership, agreed for the three students to go through the training in Hitachi.

Christian S. Baguio and Jerry Guzman are currently assigned to the Jade/Blade Operations Group of the Slider DET Engineering Department while Marie Chu Galinato is dispensed at the ABSOC Equipment Engineering Group of the Slider Engineering Department of the company. The comprehensive training, as explained in the Memorandum of Agreement, started last September 13, 2010 and will end on November 5, 2010. The trainees are provided with allowances and a special accomodations by Hitachi while undergoing training.

CSU has been one of the recipients of the Hitachi GST’s donation of Robotics and Metrology equipments together with other universities such as UP Diliman, Ateneo de Manila University, and De La Salle University among the huge universities in the country. CSU unveiled its Hitachi Regional Robotics and Metrology Laboratory concurrent to the Investiture Program of the First University President last August 18, 2010.

romix

October 29th, 2010, 08:39 AM

hi tech na talaga CSU, dili na matabastabas, baka matalo pa natin ang MSU IIT , from an agricultural school to a technology savvy univ., pero sana di malimutan agricultural courses dyan , lets help our farmers to be hi tech also

regjeex

October 29th, 2010, 08:55 AM

forever na yang Agriculture jan sa CSU part na nang institution yan... i mean for the record and history yan ang unang course jan sa school na yan... jan ako natutong mag araro... :lol:

romix

October 29th, 2010, 11:02 AM

ang daming tao sa gaisano mall sem break kasi , naguwian yong mga nagkacollege sa manila or cebu, yong mga based na sa manila o cebu , narito rin for the all souls day para bisitahin mga departed loved ones nila, mga kabatchmates kitakits doon sa gmall, its about time na magexpand sila, they can utilize thier parking ares for expansion

regjeex

October 29th, 2010, 12:06 PM

sooner or later romix... mag expand ra na sila once mag materialize na ang Robinsons...

romix

October 29th, 2010, 12:17 PM

guys have u browse the google maps, ang pangit ng pagkakuha sa butuan, very hazy at mukhang luma na a, wala pa ang macapagal bridge, buti pa ang surigao at tagum, maganda pagkakuha, how can we call the attention of google people

regjeex

October 29th, 2010, 12:37 PM

murag dili updated ang google sa Butuan... pati gani akong balay wala man gani ming gimaw.... :bash: nga hagbay ra man unta nahuman.. adto rang 2007....

regjeex

October 29th, 2010, 01:07 PM

wa man intawon update ang website sa BXU... gasayang sayang lang sa bayad... wa jamu latest news... ang pinaka last na news kadto rang new administrator sa BXU... :bash: nag bakasyon man cguro ning ilang IT....

sugarboy

October 30th, 2010, 04:03 AM

Hello Butuan folks! :)

May I know what are the best things to do/see/eat in Butuan? I haven't been to your city yet but would want to visit it one of these days.

regjeex

October 30th, 2010, 09:32 AM

Three hundred pregnant women benefit from Buntis Congress in Butuan City
by Mary Christine Anthonette M. Salise

Butuan City (29 October) -- Three hundred would-be mothers from different barangays received health care services during the recently-held "Buntis Congress" sponsored by ABS-CBN DZMM Teleradyo, in cooperation with the City Government of Butuan, the Department of the Interior and Local Government, the Department of Health, National Nutrition Council and Midwives Association of the Philippines.

The event was aimed at promoting and developing the knowledge in healthcare and safety of would-be mothers. Informative discussions and seminars of newborn care and responsible parenthood with free natal check-up were given in the said event. The would-be participating mothers also received free baby kits and free lunch from DZMM.

The City Government of Butuan, through its City Health Office, provided the ambulance and other health care services for the pregnant mothers. Mayor Ferdinand Amante of Butuan City considered the event as a noteworthy endeavor as it provided the expectant mothers of Butuan City the basic knowledge in health care and safety for their babies aimed towards achieving responsible parenthood.

Buntis Congress was hosted by ABS-CBN morning show host Winnie Cordero. Would-be mothers were serenaded by former Pinoy Dream Academy finalist Ronnie Liang, who sang his OPM hit "Ngiti", placing sweet smiles in the 300 would-be mothers. (DILG-13/PIA-Caraga)

romix

October 30th, 2010, 11:59 AM

guys ,the former city mayor democrito boy daku plaza died at 6pm. last night at st lukes medical center , complication sa kanyang kidneytransplant operation ang dahilan, he was operated last tuesday and his son was the donor, nag response naman kidney nya after the operation but last thursday dumugo ang brain nya and the doctors declared him brain dead , lets pray for the eternal repose of his soul and condolence to mam daisy plaza and their children, mayor boy served for 15 years as city mayor, may he rsts in peace

jk_busa_ducay

October 30th, 2010, 01:44 PM

Lingaw lge tanawon nang strip mall colorful kaayo siya :)

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ON GOING CONSTRUCTION OF THE
PRINCE HOTEL'S 7th FLOOR
South montilla blvd.
Butuan city

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U/C 2 STOREY COMMERCIAL BLDG.
Langihan, Butuan City

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U/C MINI STRIP MALL
J.Rosales St.

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U/C APARTMENT BUILDING
Corner Ochoa avenue & City Hall Road

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regjeex

October 30th, 2010, 01:53 PM

hapit na na mahuman... i think December ang opening... :cheers:

mike durero

October 31st, 2010, 06:48 PM

molestedtwineggs

November 1st, 2010, 06:54 AM

kadayao

November 1st, 2010, 11:22 AM

kadayao

November 1st, 2010, 11:24 AM

sooner or later romix... mag expand ra na sila once mag materialize na ang Robinsons...

i believe they should not wait for robinsons to materialize coz whether they like it or not robinsons is coming to town... dapat ngayon pa lang i-improve na nila ang services nila kasi if they will wait pa for rob baka wala ng matira sa mga customers nila... people are flocking gmall because we don't have a choice but their service really sucks... - "K"

regjeex

November 1st, 2010, 12:13 PM

mao man sad na akong nadunggan sa mga tao.. pero based sa akong experience last may... murag wala ko kaayo ka pansin nga init... hehehe bisan sa mga hall way... murag wala ko ka pansin... cguro sa kainit sa panahon.. :lol:

kaso ang init sa gaisano... parang ilang buwan na na sira ang aircon nila... not a good sign of customer service... - "K"
:bash:

regjeex

November 1st, 2010, 12:15 PM

makita raman gihapon na ang result ba once mag sugod na og construct.... pero dili sad cguro mahutdan ang Gmall ana kay Butuan alone has 300 thou plus na ang population.. plus the other cities and municipalities nga duol sa BXU... mejo may kamahalan baya sulod sa Robinsons...

i believe they should not wait for robinsons to materialize coz whether they like it or not robinsons is coming to town... dapat ngayon pa lang i-improve na nila ang services nila kasi if they will wait pa for rob baka wala ng matira sa mga customers nila... people are flocking gmall because we don't have a choice but their service really sucks... - "K"

BOB-bXu

November 2nd, 2010, 12:42 PM

seems the local business men are no longer intimated by the forthcoming entry of Robinsons...in fact by early next year 2 new big commercial arcades will be finished constructions....the Ronwood arcade/strip type mall by Dy family owned DeoFavente Realty Corp....and the arcade/hotel complex in Imadejas near the Capitol site....

regjeex

November 2nd, 2010, 02:44 PM

Yep! I agree with you Bob. I hope SM will disclose that property near Baan area...

seems the local business men are no longer intimated by the forthcoming entry of Robinsons...in fact by early next year 2 new big commercial arcades will be finished constructions....the Ronwood arcade/strip type mall by Dy family owned DeoFavente Realty Corp....and the arcade/hotel complex in Imadejas near the Capitol site....

michelle23

November 3rd, 2010, 06:02 AM

Naka anha ko sa spin kadaghan na. Bibo jud permi dha kadagabii party tanan tao walay paki alamay basta ma enjoy.

regjeex

November 3rd, 2010, 06:13 AM

BXU based baka Michelle23? welcome to this thread...

regjeex

November 3rd, 2010, 08:34 AM

November na... wala pay balita sa Robinsons? Kinsa may atong city hall insider ani na pede nato makuhaan og data...

msbunnybxu

November 3rd, 2010, 09:05 AM

November na... wala pay balita sa Robinsons? Kinsa may atong city hall insider ani na pede nato makuhaan og data...

Yeah, it's November :banana: and I'm back!!! :wave:

How are you Butuan? :nuts:

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regjeex

November 3rd, 2010, 09:12 AM

atebunns... welcome back.. hows your vacation?

im expecting more photos here in a couple days... :colgate: :cheers:

Yeah, it's November :banana: and I'm back!!! :wave:

How are you Butuan? :nuts:

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msbunnybxu

November 3rd, 2010, 09:15 AM

Caraga in Mourning

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BUTUAN CITY – Leaders in the Caraga region, particularly Butuanons, mourned the death of former Butuan City Mayor Democrito Plaza ll, who served as chief executive of this region’s frontier and capital city for 15 years.

Fondly called by his constituents, “Mayor Boy Daku” passed away at 5:59 p.m. Friday in the intensive care unit of St. Luke’s Medical Center in Taguig, Metro Manila.

Plaza died after undergoing a successful kidney transplant last Oct. 26 in the hospital and was apparently on his way to recovery. Plaza's close family and doctors at St. Luke’s have yet to issue an official medical statement about the cause of his death. Plaza’s remains lie at Arlington Funeral Home in Magallanes, Makati City.

Announcement for the transfers of the remains of the late former mayor to Butuan City and burial has yet to be made by the family. (Mike U. Crismundo)

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I am saddened by this news :ohno:

Our condolences to the Plaza family ^^

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regjeex

November 3rd, 2010, 09:19 AM

Kadto palang before election, he looks dying.... complikado naman daw ang sakit nya... tapos nadugangan pa og depression pag katalo sa iyang wife during mayoral election... nakadag dag to sya for sure... He may rest in peace!

msbunnybxu

November 3rd, 2010, 09:29 AM

atebunns... welcome back.. hows your vacation?

im expecting more photos here in a couple days... :colgate: :cheers:

Why wait for a couple of days???? I can give it to you in seconds :lol:

U/C St. PETERS MEMORIAL CHAPELS
Along Bancasi Highway
Butuan city

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regjeex

November 3rd, 2010, 09:31 AM

:lol::lol: pagka abtik nalang... :)

wuii sosyal ang St. Peter....

Why wait for a couple of days???? I can give it to you in seconds :lol:

U/C St. PETERS MEMORIAL CHAPELS
Along Bancasi Highway
Butuan city

Photo taken Nov.2,2010

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regjeex

November 3rd, 2010, 09:33 AM

what's the latest good news up there atebunns?

msbunnybxu

November 3rd, 2010, 09:57 AM

what's the latest good news up there atebunns?

Here's good news guys, remember that PETRON Station of Engr. Pascual located along JCAA corner Doongan Road?

See pix below taken a few months back :nuts:

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It is now again operational after some months of being closed :banana: I heared it's now under the Dealership of Mr.Romarate ^^

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regjeex

November 3rd, 2010, 11:56 AM

wui nice update! is that the same person of Representative in Surigao? Rep. Romarate who owns that nice building along JCAA-near Ochoa....

Here's good news guys, remember that PETRON Station of Engr. Pascual located along JCAA corner Doongan Road?

See pix below taken a few months back :nuts:

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It is now again operational after some months of being closed :banana: I heared it's now under the Dealership of Mr.Romarate ^^

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kadayao

November 3rd, 2010, 12:28 PM

kadayao

November 3rd, 2010, 12:35 PM

btw, seems the meatshops here are expanding...

tropical is coming out with 2 new outlet - #1 in the Ronwood arcade/strip type mall and #2 in their own arcade/hotel complex in Imadejas

vross is coming out with an outlet in libertad near Ford

"K"

regjeex

November 3rd, 2010, 12:37 PM

there's also tropical meat shop sa may BCC bulding... ambot lang kung naa pa ba didto.. hehehe

regjeex

November 3rd, 2010, 12:40 PM

if im not mistaken, ang owner sa Vross ang mga Rosario diba?

btw, seems the meatshops here are expanding...

tropical is coming out with 2 new outlet - #1 in the Ronwood arcade/strip type mall and #2 in their own arcade/hotel complex in Imadejas

vross is coming out with an outlet in libertad near Ford

"K"

regjeex

November 3rd, 2010, 01:11 PM

Guys,

Once makuha nako akong ETA pabalik Pinas, plano nako mag EB and Christmas Party narin... Willing sad mo attend ang taga Surigao...

Any suggestions? Venues and Dates.... :)

msbunnybxu

November 3rd, 2010, 01:28 PM

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NOW OPEN!
@GF Gaisano Mall
Butuan City

SIOMAI KING/NOODLE HOUSE

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regjeex

November 3rd, 2010, 01:41 PM

asa man ni sya na lumbay dapit? or kiosk lang sya... murag nanaghan na ning mga dimsum diha sa BXU..... something to look forward...

molestedtwineggs

November 3rd, 2010, 03:49 PM

Guys,

Once makuha nako akong ETA pabalik Pinas, plano nako mag EB and Christmas Party narin... Willing sad mo attend ang taga Surigao...

Any suggestions? Venues and Dates.... :)

pwede mojoin diha bai? i'll b home also in xmas....

regjeex

November 3rd, 2010, 03:51 PM

pwede kaayo... open sa tanan ang EB... murag kaila nako sa imo.. hehehe

pwede mojoin diha bai? i'll b home also in xmas....

Xeltran

November 3rd, 2010, 04:54 PM

I'll be in Butuan for the weekend! Looking forward to a great trip in your city! :D

IronPrince

November 3rd, 2010, 06:42 PM

.....It looks like a CHINABANK BRANCH.... it's funny that it's St. PETERS M

Why wait for a couple of days???? I can give it to you in seconds :lol:

U/C St. PETERS MEMORIAL CHAPELS
Along Bancasi Highway
Butuan city

Photo taken Nov.2,2010

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BXU-GCP

November 4th, 2010, 01:53 AM

there's also tropical meat shop sa may BCC bulding... ambot lang kung naa pa ba didto.. hehehe

Tropical Meat Shop - BCC Building (First Outlet)
Tropical Meat Shop - G Flores Avenue(Second Outlet)
Tropical Meat Shop (3rd & 4th Outlets soon to open)

msbunnybxu

November 4th, 2010, 06:05 AM

.....It looks like a CHINABANK BRANCH.... it's funny that it's St. PETERS M

I noticed that too :lol:

^^

PROJECT UPDATE:

U/C MANPOWER TRAINING CENTER

(As of November 2,2010)

http://img529.imageshack.us/img529/5566/dsc07994p.jpg

Well, at least they're now on the building's second level.
One more floor to go & the long wait will be over :D:jk::lol:

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regjeex

November 4th, 2010, 06:16 AM

Kanang sa may G-Flores Ave., diba kanang naa doul sa Acerado Supermart?

Tropical Meat Shop - BCC Building (First Outlet)
Tropical Meat Shop - G Flores Avenue(Second Outlet)
Tropical Meat Shop (3rd & 4th Outlets soon to open)

regjeex

November 4th, 2010, 06:17 AM

murag kuyawan ko ni basin dili masunod ang design...

nice update atebunns? so continue ghapon karon ang construction? kay diba balita man gud to na on hold ang mga mega projects....

I noticed that too :lol:

^^

PROJECT UPDATE:

U/C MANPOWER TRAINING CENTER

(As of November 2,2010)

http://img529.imageshack.us/img529/5566/dsc07994p.jpg

Well, at least they're now on the building's second level.
One more floor to go & the long wait will be over :D:jk::lol:

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msbunnybxu

November 4th, 2010, 06:28 AM

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U/C PROPOSED TWO STOREY COMMERCIAL BUILDING
Along JCAA fronting Butuan Doctors's Hosp.

(Photo taken Nov.2,2010)

http://img401.imageshack.us/img401/7425/dsc08000k.jpg

http://img815.imageshack.us/img815/7711/22594492.jpg

Rudy Tiu building na naman?

Take note guys, there's a BPI & Rose Pharmacy @ the Rendering.

So it's not Mercury Drug??? :nuts::bash:

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regjeex

November 4th, 2010, 07:00 AM

Nice update there atebunns... i thought there's no more new BPI since they already merged to PNB... hehehe

Basin lahi sad nang Mercury Drug... since wala pa silay stand alone na branch mismo... diba puro man sila rental?

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U/C PROPOSED TWO STOREY COMMERCIAL BUILDING
Along JCAA fronting Butuan Doctors's Hosp.

(Photo taken Nov.2,2010)

http://img401.imageshack.us/img401/7425/dsc08000k.jpg

http://img815.imageshack.us/img815/7711/22594492.jpg

Rudy Tiu building na naman?

Take note guys, there's a BPI & Rose Pharmacy @ the Rendering.

So it's not Mercury Drug??? :nuts::bash:

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Fahdingding

November 4th, 2010, 08:25 AM

wow! niceprojects!

Fahdingding

November 4th, 2010, 08:38 AM

kadayao

November 4th, 2010, 08:39 AM

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Take note guys, there's a BPI & Rose Pharmacy @ the Rendering.

So it's not Mercury Drug??? :nuts::bash:

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mercury backs out from this building because they were offered a location inside Robinson's mall... -- "K"

regjeex

November 4th, 2010, 08:43 AM

Sabagay, since duol ra man sad ang location sa Robinsons and the new U/C where Rose Pharmacy is located...

mercury backs out from this building because they were offered a location inside Robinson's mall... -- "K"

regjeex

November 4th, 2010, 08:46 AM

Wala pa bay latest news sa Robinsons? Dili cguro mag materialize ang construction sa November since wala pay press release mismo sa RLC... then wala pa sad hiring sa architec and others.... cguro mga early next year na sila mag sugod... Observation lang nako sa uban areas ha... na before sila nag construct naa say mga press release then hiring and rendering... bla bla bla...

Fahdingding

November 4th, 2010, 08:54 AM

romantic_guy08

November 4th, 2010, 09:09 AM

Hi guys, would just like to ask lang. How long would it take to from BXU to Trento/Bunawan and BXU to Magsaysay in Mis. Or? Thank you

regjeex

November 4th, 2010, 09:10 AM

di nako ka huwat :lol:

abot lagi na regj... :)

regjeex

November 4th, 2010, 09:11 AM

BXU to Trento i think it's 5 hours... From BXU to Magsaysay is about 2 hours :)

Hi guys, would just like to ask lang. How long would it take to from BXU to Trento/Bunawan and BXU to Magsaysay in Mis. Or? Thank you

romantic_guy08

November 4th, 2010, 09:20 AM

BXU to Trento i think it's 5 hours... From BXU to Magsaysay is about 2 hours :)

Thank you...

msbunnybxu

November 4th, 2010, 09:29 AM

this arcade/hotel complex in Imadejas near the Capitol site is owned daw by the family operating the tropical meat shop... --"K"

Owner of TROPICAL MEATSHOP is Mr. Amadeo Lim, right?

So this Arcade/Hotel complex not owned by the Montalban's diay?

I thought Tropical Meatshop will just be renting a space.

Anyway, thanks for this info @ kadayao, now we know :okay:

GOOD NEWS IS, this building is fast taking shape now :banana:

^^

Here's an UPDATE:

(As of november 2,2010)

U/C PROPOSED HOTEL/CONVENTION CENTER & COMMERCIAL ARCADE
Diversion Road
Butuan city

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/5620/dscf18021.jpg

http://img168.imageshack.us/img168/8291/dsc08045c.jpg

http://img231.imageshack.us/img231/2073/dsc08047.jpg

http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/3593/dsc08049t.jpg

Notice the roof's shape? It looks like it's gonna be another "ala" Balangay design :nuts:

http://img837.imageshack.us/img837/2134/dsc08048t.jpg

....and wui, there's Tropical Meatshop alright :D

So, are we going to expect a Convention Hall & Hotel to rise soon after this
Commercial Arcade? o ito na yun? :nuts:

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regjeex

November 4th, 2010, 09:33 AM

nice update atebunns...

2nd level lang pala ang commercial complex... hehehe sa akong tan aw kay daku daku sad... so, giuna jud diay nila ug construct ang commercial bldg, mo sunod ra na ang hotel og convention center. Diba 1st class hotel man ang i tukod diha... expect atebunns ang roof sa hotel ala balangai sad.. :) tropical meatshop ra ba ang naka butang? wala pay lain?

Owner of TROPICAL MEATSHOP is Mr. Amadeo Lim, right?

So this Arcade/Hotel complex not owned by the Montalban's diay?

I really thought Tropical Meatshop is just renting a space.

Anyway, thanks for this info @ kadayao, now we know :okay:

GOOD NEWS IS, this building is fast taking shape now :banana:

^^

Here's an UPDATE:

(As of november 2,2010)

U/C PROPOSED HOTEL/CONVENTION CENTER & COMMERCIAL ARCADE
Diversion Road
Butuan city

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/5620/dscf18021.jpg

http://img168.imageshack.us/img168/8291/dsc08045c.jpg

http://img231.imageshack.us/img231/2073/dsc08047.jpg

http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/3593/dsc08049t.jpg

Noticed the roof's shape? It looks like it's gonna be another "ala" Balangay design :nuts:

http://img837.imageshack.us/img837/2134/dsc08048t.jpg

....and wui, there's Tropical Meatshop alright :D

So, are we going to expect a Convention Hall & Hotel to rise soon after this
Commercial Arcade? o ito na yun? :nuts:

::

regjeex

November 4th, 2010, 09:35 AM

pwede na diha si Dangas mag rent og space para sa iyang office...

BXU-GCP

November 4th, 2010, 12:01 PM

Kanang sa may G-Flores Ave., diba kanang naa doul sa Acerado Supermart?

Ang sa G Flores avenue outlet is using the space vacated by BUTUAN WINGS.

regjeex

November 4th, 2010, 12:09 PM

yeah that's right... i remember one thing kanang end point or kanang atabang sa Farmacia Freeman, dati grocery store na sya diba? Kanang location sa Tropical meat shop murag ubay ubay sad ang naga rent diha... i think naa sad diha ang siopawan sa una.. i dont know karon kung naa pa ba... dugay nako wala ka adto diha dapita.....

Ang sa G Flores avenue outlet is using the space vacated by BUTUAN WINGS.

regjeex

November 4th, 2010, 01:23 PM

FNRI-DOST 13 to conduct NUTRICOMNET media, technology forum
By Jennifer P. Gaitano

Butuan City (4 November) -- The Food and Nutrition Research Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (FNRI-DOST) will be conducting the Nutrition Communication Network (NUTRICOMNET) media and technology forum on November 11, 2010 at the DOST-Caraga Regional Function Hall, Caraga State University Campus, Ampayon, this city.

The forum aims to provide the local media and information officers with information packages on food and nutrition researches and other relevant technologies.

Also, it promotes and disseminate programs and projects of DOST particularly those implemented at the regional and provincial levels.

DOST-Caraga with the regional director Lyndo Villacorta is optimistic that with this activity involving various sectors in the community, it will greatly help sustain joint efforts in fighting malnutrition with accurate data and correct information.

NUTRICOMNET is composed of local media practitioners, information officers of local government agencies, academe, non-government organizations and private institutions involve in food and nutrition promotion. (PIA-Caraga with reports from DOST-13)

BOB-bXu

November 5th, 2010, 08:52 AM

Tropical Meat Shop - BCC Building (First Outlet)
Tropical Meat Shop - G Flores Avenue(Second Outlet)
Tropical Meat Shop (3rd & 4th Outlets soon to open)

not to be outdone, VROSS Shop will be adding another branch in Libertad too..now U/C

BOB-bXu

November 5th, 2010, 08:55 AM

Why wait for a couple of days???? I can give it to you in seconds :lol:

U/C St. PETERS MEMORIAL CHAPELS
Along Bancasi Highway
Butuan city

Photo taken Nov.2,2010

http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/9409/dsc07971a.jpg

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not to be outdone Bollozos Memorial Chapels will soft open early next year...the construction of their two-storey building in Libertad is in full swing...

molestedtwineggs

November 5th, 2010, 09:20 AM

pwede kaayo... open sa tanan ang EB... murag kaila nako sa imo.. hehehe

nganong kaila man ka sa akoa bai?

dancer ra ba ko sa gaybar sa una... cge diay ka adto didto? :banana:

regjeex

November 5th, 2010, 09:22 AM

i haven't been to this meat shop yet, but ill try to visit next month see if i can have good meat and cheaper one than of tropical... hate Gmall meat section for some reasons...

not to be outdone, VROSS Shop will be adding another branch in Libertad too..now U/C

msbunnybxu

November 5th, 2010, 09:24 AM

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Hey, what's up with this Ad posted @ the overpass? :nuts:

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/9320/dsc07949s.jpg

http://img26.imageshack.us/img26/1396/dsc07952k.jpg

...just to let you know, if you have anything to advertise...there's still space
at the other side of the overpass :D

http://img143.imageshack.us/img143/6567/dsc07955s.jpg

NORTH MONTILLA BLVD.
Butuan City

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regjeex

November 5th, 2010, 09:27 AM

:lol::lol: buyag ka diha... :lol: abi nako og naa ka sa lain lugar nag work nga akong kaila... :lol: nasajop diay ko... :lol:

nganong kaila man ka sa akoa bai?

dancer ra ba ko sa gaybar sa una... cge diay ka adto didto? :banana:

regjeex

November 5th, 2010, 09:30 AM

murag naa silay concert diha cguro sa BXU... to me, ok sad sya at least naka income ang city ana nga ads...

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Hey, what's up with this Ad posted @ the overpass? :nuts:

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/9320/dsc07949s.jpg

http://img26.imageshack.us/img26/1396/dsc07952k.jpg

...just to let you know, if you have anything to advertise...there's still space
at the other side of the overpass :D

http://img143.imageshack.us/img143/6567/dsc07955s.jpg

NORTH MONTILLA BLVD.
Butuan City

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regjeex

November 5th, 2010, 09:33 AM

FSUU partners with Anak TV to promote responsible media
By Robert E. Roperos

Butuan City (4 November) -- Father Saturnino Urios University, the first home-grown university of this city has partnered with Anak TV, an advocacy organization promoting media literacy, particularly television literacy, and pushes the agenda for child-sensitive, family-friendly television in the country.

In response to the growing concern on responsible media use, a forum dubbed as "Symposium on Media Literacy" is set on November 13, 2010 at FSUU Morelos Campus Gymnasium, Ambangan, this city.

In a written statement, Ms. Ivy Flores, FSUU Office of the Development Center Director said that Anak TV has shared many studies revealing Filipino children growing up obese, pampered and too oriented towards foreign culture, tastes and habits.

Accordingly, these studies have acknowledged media, particularly television, as one of the culprits. "It is in television where our children model themselves and acquire tastes and habits not taught at home or in school," she said.

Further, Ms. Flores emphasized that it has been one of the observations of Anak TV and probably the public that more and more families today are dysfunctional "because this type is so popular on TV that audiences think it is the accepted standard," Flores said.

Flores added that our youth have likewise generally become aggressive and experimental even at tender ages even if they are not trained to be so at home.

With these developments, Flores stressed the activity is aimed to spread the gospel of responsible media use. "Believing that this activity is very much crucial to the formation or transformation of individuals and families, we see the significant role of the media in the dissemination of this advocacy," Flores said.

Moreover, the university is encouraging interested participants to bring colleagues and friends, particularly those parenting school children in basic education.

For queries, please call the FSUU Office of the Development Center at telephone number 342-1830, local 1912. (PIA-Caraga)

SwissMaestro

November 5th, 2010, 01:42 PM

regjeex

November 5th, 2010, 01:44 PM

puno nasad ang FSUU Gym ana.. :cheers:

msbunnybxu

November 5th, 2010, 01:53 PM

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CARAGA PRODUCT DEPOT & SOUVEINIR SHOPPE
JCAA near D&V Bldg.
Butuan City

(Photo taken Nov.2010)

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/8191/39851509.jpg

^^

regjeex

November 5th, 2010, 01:58 PM

speaking of D&V bldg.. hehehe diba naa may toy news about sa restaurant og ang caritas ba to? unsa naman status ato?

msbunnybxu

November 5th, 2010, 02:00 PM

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ALMONT CITI CAFE
Butuan City

Net find

http://img574.imageshack.us/img574/5461/dpp00111.jpg

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regjeex

November 5th, 2010, 02:03 PM

nice find there atebunns... :cheers:

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ALMONT CITI CAFE
Butuan City

Net find

http://img574.imageshack.us/img574/5461/dpp00111.jpg

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msbunnybxu

November 5th, 2010, 02:33 PM

speaking of D&V bldg.. hehehe diba naa may toy news about sa restaurant og ang caritas ba to? unsa naman status ato?

That resto was a false alarm, it turned out to be Caraga Depot :lol:

Caritas is currently occupying that vacated Oro Asian building which they've also renovated.

According to an employee, this is just temporary since Caritas will soon construct it's own building on that same lot.
That Oro Asian lot is about 2T sq meters.

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msbunnybxu

November 5th, 2010, 02:41 PM

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NOW OPEN!

SIOMAI KING/NOODLE HOUSE
G/F Gaisano Mall
Butuan City

http://img810.imageshack.us/img810/7763/74594164853750205243107.jpg

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regjeex

November 5th, 2010, 02:44 PM

ay mao ba? hehehehe arang ka kuripot ba isab ang caraga depot.. hahaha arang man ka cute....

msbunnybxu

November 5th, 2010, 02:51 PM

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NOW OPEN!

BOTOY's 4TH OUTLET IN LIBERTAD :banana:

http://img838.imageshack.us/img838/9190/botoy1.jpg

BUTUAN OUTLETS

Botoy's Capitol Drive
Botoy's JCAA (atbang BDC)
Botoy's Villakanangga
Botoy's Libertad

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msbunnybxu

November 5th, 2010, 02:57 PM

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NOW OPEN!

BOTOY'S 4th OUTLET IN LIBERTAD :banana:

http://img838.imageshack.us/img838/9190/botoy1.jpg

BOTOY'S OUTLETS:

BOTOY'S Capitol Drive
Botoy's JCAA (atbang BDC)
Botoy's Villakanangga
Botoy's Libertad

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carrotz

November 5th, 2010, 02:58 PM

regjeex

November 5th, 2010, 03:13 PM

wow! they're growing fast!.. :cheers:

4MYMEVE

November 6th, 2010, 12:03 AM

Why has no one featured a review on Tatay's Ignato Grill across the street from the Gaisano? THat was the best food on my trip! :)

regjeex

November 6th, 2010, 06:33 AM

It was posted here already... with Aling Cora...

Yep! it's the best pero may mas the best pa jan na hindi mo cguro napuntahan.... "Weegols"....:cheers:

jsl_bxu1206

November 6th, 2010, 12:27 PM

hi msbunns, welcome back! :banana:

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NOW OPEN!

BOTOY'S 4th OUTLET IN LIBERTAD :banana:

http://img838.imageshack.us/img838/9190/botoy1.jpg

BOTOY'S OUTLETS:

BOTOY'S Capitol Drive
Botoy's JCAA (atbang BDC)
Botoy's Villakanangga
Botoy's Libertad

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BXU-GCP

November 6th, 2010, 04:43 PM

not to be outdone, VROSS Shop will be adding another branch in Libertad too..now U/C

VROSS Shop is now open for franchise even in areas outside Butuan.

msbunnybxu

November 7th, 2010, 04:13 AM

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8th nat'l youth parliament, binuksan na
Ni Robert E. Roperos

http://www.pia.gov.ph/?m=12&fi=p101105.htm&no=D8&r=&y=&mo=

Butuan City (5 November) -- Pormal na'ng binuksan ngayong araw ang tatlong araw na 8th National Youth Parliament na ginanap sa isa sa mga convention centers dito sa siyudad ng Butuan kung saan ito'y magtatapos ngayong Linggo, Nobyembre 7.

Napag-alamang sa higit 400 na mga kabataang nagpasa ng applications para makasali sa nasabing aktibidad, kalahati lang sa mga ito ang pumasa sa ginanap na application process.

Sinabi ni Steve Lawrence Arquiza, commissioner at large ng National Youth Commission (NYC), layunin nito na maturuan ang mga kabataang mambabatas na gumawa ng mga resolusyon kaugnay sa mga nangungunang isyu sa komunidad lalo na ang tungkol sa kalusugan, kapaligiran, edukasyon, at iba pang may impact sa hinanaharap.

Dagdag ng opisyal na sa dami ng siyudad sa bansa, mas napili diumano ng komisyon na dito sa Butuan gaganapin ang malaking pagtitipon na ito ng mga kabataan sa buong bansa dahil naniniwala silang kaya ng mga kabataan dito na i-host ang nasabing aktibidades.

Ang 8th national youth parliament ay suportado ni Butuan City Mayor Dr. Ferdinand Amante Jr. at ng probinsiyal na pamahalaan ng Agusan del Norte. (PIA-Caraga) [top]

.......

msbunnybxu

November 7th, 2010, 04:27 AM

hi msbunns, welcome back! :banana:

Thanks :D

OT:

I find that break does me good y' know. You should try it too, go jsl visit your wifey sa US :banana:

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regjeex

November 7th, 2010, 05:22 AM

Agusan Norte student tops regional popquiz
by Angie Balen-Antonio

Butuan City (4 November) -- Agusan del Norte schools division, represented by Reymar A. Dimaano, outdone the other eight division winners in the recently concluded Regional Population Quiz held at the Butuan City People's Hall.

The graduating student of Carmen National High School who was awarded with a trophy and a cash prize, will represent Caraga in the national finals early of next year.

Other winners include Rennelbert P. Agopitac of Bislig City (1st runner-up) and Mark Lloyd G. Dapar of Agusan del Sur (2nd runner-up). Each received a trophy and cash prize too.

The contestants from Butuan City, Surigao del Sur, Surigao City, Siargao, Surigao del Norte & Province of Dinagat Islands got the consolation prize.

In a press conference, the contestants really expressed the relevance of the population quiz. It promotes the value of population and development education. It also enhanced their awareness on the present situation of the youth and the pressing issues affecting them.

"Empowerment is very important for us youth to be more responsible in all decisions affecting our sexuality. I for one, will never engage in pre-marital sex", said one of the contestants.

The organizers hoped that the project enhanced the understanding and appreciation of the students and general public on population and population-related issues. The content of questions were formulated based on the following concerns: Family Life and Responsible Parenthood, Gender and Development, Population and Reproductive Health and Population, Environment, Resources and Sustainable Development. (POPCOM-13/PIA-Caraga)

regjeex

November 7th, 2010, 05:24 AM

DAR-Caraga booth wins "People's Choice" award
by Joie L. Ceballos

Butuan City (5 November) -- Showcasing the best products of the communities supported by the Northern Mindanao Communities Initiatives and Resource Management (NMCIREMP) ? a project funded by the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the NMICEREMP Booth brought by DAR-Caraga won the People's Choice Award during the recently concluded IFAD Knowledge and Learning Market held at the SM Mega Trade Hall, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City last 11-13 October 2010.

"We placed in our booth all the necessary information and have them backed up with real stories from the beneficiaries", says DAR-Regional Information Officer Joie Ceballos.

The booth also offers free-taste and touch to the products. " We want to make them feel and taste our products. This is our way of sharing our culture and our stories", says DAR Regional Investment and Marketing Officer Jehan Ozoa.

"Sold Out"

Best-seller products run out of supply during the 2-day fair. Among them is the Farmers Pride Vinegar of the Cabugao First Farmers Consumers Coop in Bacuag, Surigao Norte, which was awarded Best Product in the 9th Agraryo Trade Fair last June.

Also proving its worth in the market is the TsokoBest Tableya, made from pure cacao seeds from Bayugan, Agusan del Sur.

While the fashion accessories made of Agsam vine, of ARB Norma de Lara from Lanuza, Surigao Sur has always been the buyer's favorite.

Other products that became a favorite are the cassava chips of the banal na Kaharian ng Diyos na Buhay of Sta. Fe, Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur, assisted by DAR-IFAD-NMCIREMP. The chips now come in two flavors--- cheesy and sweetened.

DAR hopes that with the activity, the office will be able to tie up with investors and buyers for the ARB manufacturers. (DAR-13/PIA-Caraga)

regjeex

November 7th, 2010, 05:25 AM

Caraga RDC sympathizes with Plaza family on passing of former Butuan City mayor
Butuan City (5 November) -- The members of the Caraga Regional Development Council (RDC) and the NEDA Caraga Secretariat offer their deepest sympathy to the Plaza Family on the untimely demise of former RDC Chairperson (CY 2004-2007) and Mayor of Butuan City (1992-2003 & 2007-2010), Democrito "Boy Daku" D. Plaza II.

The late Honorable Plaza had done so much as the RDC Chairperson for CY 2004-2007. He actively responded to the multi-sectoral concerns of the Region which were aimed to boost economic growth in the region, to improve infrastructure support facilities and to enhance the delivery of basic social services.

He specifically resolved the accessibility issues along the main crossing across Agusan River through fast approval, strong influence and full support to the Second Magsaysay Bridge and Butuan City Bypass Road Project Phase II. The said project currently provides convenience to travelers from cities and provinces of Davao, Cagayan de Oro, Iligan and Surigao as it widely connects the Agusan-Surigao Davao Road and the Butuan City-Iligan-Cagayan de Oro Highway. Around 50 percent of the RDC resolutions passed during his term were in line with projects for funding to enhance the socio-economic prospects of the region.

Being a pro-active leader, the former RDC Chair was selected as the alternate head/representative of the NEDA Board-Regional Development Committee for Mindanao (RDCOM-Mindanao) composed of the RDC officials of Regions 9, X, XI, XII, Caraga and the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM). He supported the updating of the Mindanao Investment Program (MIP) among other development undertakings for Mindanao.

The late Honorable Plaza also devoted his time to programs responsive to the commitment of the government in the international community, e.g. Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). While Butuan City during his leadership was chosen as one of the 14 cities in the Philippines to lead the localization of the MDGs, the Region, with him as the RDC Chair, also successfully supported the first MDG Progress Report CY 1990-2005 which specifically spelled-out priorities for actions of the region to attain the targets of the MDGs.

The late Honorable Plaza had always been a strong and influential leader in the Region, grounded in his dedication to public service. His legacy to accelerate the socio-economic development of the Caraga Region will always be remembered with deep gratefulness by the RDC members and its secretariat.

God bless his soul. (RDC/NEDA-13/PIA-Caraga)

regjeex

November 7th, 2010, 07:04 AM

guys,

nahuman na ba ang extension floor sa The Prince Hotel?

any update sa boardwalk?

msbunnybxu

November 7th, 2010, 08:00 AM

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WOW! guys, check this out.......

This is Bancasi highway from the Airport going to San vicente Memorial Park &
Chinese Cemetery.

Seems like it'll be 4 lanes soon all the way from Bancasi highway to Buenavista??? :banana:

(Photos taken Nov.6,2010)

http://img202.imageshack.us/img202/7938/69630709.jpg

Speaking of San Vicente Memorial Park...See pics below :D

http://img256.imageshack.us/img256/2364/dsc07974.jpg

http://img202.imageshack.us/img202/8674/dsc07973uv.jpg

http://img143.imageshack.us/img143/4687/dsc07975p.jpg

UPDATE:
(As of Nov.6,2010)

BUTUAN GARDEN MEMORIAL ESTATE
URAYA LAND DEV.INC.

http://img834.imageshack.us/img834/4503/dsc07984q.jpg

http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/794/28466199.jpg

http://img571.imageshack.us/img571/5575/dsc07982re.jpg

Nearby is a NEW SUBDIVISION TO OPEN SOON! :D ^^

BUTUAN HOMES

http://img130.imageshack.us/img130/6972/dsc07983d.jpg

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regjeex

November 7th, 2010, 08:06 AM

nice update atebunns... ang baan also is underway... so murag from Ampayon up to the boundary of Buenavista i think will soon have 4 lanes na.. hehehe

jsl_bxu1206

November 7th, 2010, 10:33 AM

NOW OPEN!!!
http://www.suncellular.com.ph/images/h_the_sun_shops.jpg
Level 4, Gaisano Mall
Butuan City

YOU CAN ALSO VISIT:
The Sun Shop Express, Butuan City
Unit 7 Wing-on Building,
Langihan, Butuan City

regjeex

November 7th, 2010, 10:52 AM

ill visit that soon.... :cheers: murag halos sabay ang ilang branch sa langihan...

jsl_bxu1206

November 7th, 2010, 11:11 AM

yep, murag wala ra niabot og 1 month ang difference.

ill visit that soon.... :cheers: murag halos sabay ang ilang branch sa langihan...

regjeex

November 7th, 2010, 11:23 AM

so, ang ilang business center ang sa Gmall...

jameslab8470

November 7th, 2010, 02:28 PM

Good day Butuan!

I just arrived here in Cebu... Had a long vacation in Butuan for Sem Break. I can't log in to SSC when I was there and I was really pissed off!! tsk tsk tsk... Anyway, I just wanna share something I learned when I was there...

RE: Robinsons Butuan

It will definitely start this coming December. I don't have any pix or documents as a proof, but it will definitely start it's construction.. Makaingon ko hinuon nga reliable sources ang akong nakuha. Some of my batchmates (mga prominente man hinuon ilang mga pamilya) told me that niduol and JG and a construction firm sa ila para makig negotiate sa construction works... By the way, mga tag iya ni sila'g mga machineries and trucking... Ang isa, nag sign nga contract to provide machineries para sa construction and trucking. Ang nasa contrata (nga medyo nabasa nako gamay, hehe), mag start sila gamit sa machineries karong December.

RE: DSWD

Naa silay program nga gitawag na Indigenous Fund (sounds like or something ing ana na program). The project was to give assistance to those who are indegent... HOWEVER, ang kataw anan lang (and i think dapat makabalo ang katawhan), naay mga prominente nga pamilya nag "abuso" sa program.. There were people nga mga apelido kay mga sikat sa butuan (di lang ko magsaba, kay lisod na) ang maka kuha ug kwarta sa funds... ang naka kuyaw pa jud, kasagaran, puro 5 digits ang ilang makuha PER MONTH! naa gani isa ka tao, nag reklamo nganong 10 thou ra iya makuha daw nga si _______ (family name) man daw siya.... Wa siya nabuang? indigenous people who would liek to avail the program, ang makuha lang nila kay 300 to 700 pesos lang depende sa number of family members.. unya siya nga de sakyanan, naay trbaho, og klaro nga dato, mag reklamo pa jud? nga dili raba sya angay mukuha??? Tsk tsk tsk

RE:DSWD 2

There was an incident happened during Daisy Plaza's term as the mayor in BXU. Naay program sa DSWD sa butuan nga maghatag ug mga gasa sa mga kabus... pagkaon, ug uban pa... Nag problema sila ato before tungod kay ala sila place o lugar nga pwede i daos ang event. So, niduol sila sa city hall, and silay nag provide sa place... Pag abot na sa event, Nasuko ang dswd tungod kay naay tarpaulin nga gi butang "LIBRENG GROCERY (or pagkaon ba 'to?) HATAG NI MAYOR DAISY!!!"

WHAT? Na shock sila tanan... and ang naka bug at pa jud sa kasuko, ala pa jud gi acknowledge ang dswd! Ang nasa utok nuon sa mga tao kay hatag gikan city hall, dili gikan dswd. A staff in dswd explained to me all these things.

regjeex

November 7th, 2010, 02:41 PM

That's good news James... :cheers:

nag wonder lang ko kay until now wala may press release gikan mismo sa RLC nga this and that.. bla bla bla... basin this month mo release na sila... paigot igot pa sila... :bash:

Good day Butuan!

I just arrived here in Cebu... Had a long vacation in Butuan for Sem Break. I can't log in to SSC when I was there and I was really pissed off!! tsk tsk tsk... Anyway, I just wanna share something I learned when I was there...

RE: Robinsons Butuan

It will definitely start this coming December. I don't have any pix or documents as a proof, but it will definitely start it's construction.. Makaingon ko hinuon nga reliable sources ang akong nakuha. Some of my batchmates (mga prominente man hinuon ilang mga pamilya) told me that niduol and JG and a construction firm sa ila para makig negotiate sa construction works... By the way, mga tag iya ni sila'g mga machineries and trucking... Ang isa, nag sign nga contract to provide machineries para sa construction and trucking. Ang nasa contrata (nga medyo nabasa nako gamay, hehe), mag start sila gamit sa machineries karong December.
.

regjeex

November 7th, 2010, 02:46 PM

mao jud bitaw nay naka pait sa atong pang gamhanan... imbes nga para sa mga kabus og timawa, didto na hinuon sa mga puwa og kamot nga mga datu naman unta.. mao nay klaro diha nga hakug... ma karma ra man gihapon nang mga tawhana... looy intawon mga pobre sama namo.. kami sa una naka dawat intawon mig bahuon nga bugas (NGA) porya gaba! :bash: karon palabon nalamang sa ilaha aron managko ilang tiyan... mao bitaw nahitabo dapatan silag lain lain sakit kay tungod sa ilang kahakog...

kadtong nag OJT ko kang ex-Rep. Banaag, naay ni duol nga pobre intawon... nangayo og hinabang para maka kuha og lungon para sa iyang namatayan... hilak intawon ang tigulang babae kay ingnan ra man nuon og walay budget.. :ohno::bash:

Good day Butuan!

I just arrived here in Cebu... Had a long vacation in Butuan for Sem Break. I can't log in to SSC when I was there and I was really pissed off!! tsk tsk tsk... Anyway, I just wanna share something I learned when I was there...

RE: DSWD

Naa silay program nga gitawag na Indigenous Fund (sounds like or something ing ana na program). The project was to give assistance to those who are indegent... HOWEVER, ang kataw anan lang (and i think dapat makabalo ang katawhan), naay mga prominente nga pamilya nag "abuso" sa program.. There were people nga mga apelido kay mga sikat sa butuan (di lang ko magsaba, kay lisod na) ang maka kuha ug kwarta sa funds... ang naka kuyaw pa jud, kasagaran, puro 5 digits ang ilang makuha PER MONTH! naa gani isa ka tao, nag reklamo nganong 10 thou ra iya makuha daw nga si _______ (family name) man daw siya.... Wa siya nabuang? indigenous people who would liek to avail the program, ang makuha lang nila kay 300 to 700 pesos lang depende sa number of family members.. unya siya nga de sakyanan, naay trbaho, og klaro nga dato, mag reklamo pa jud? nga dili raba sya angay mukuha??? Tsk tsk tsk

RE:DSWD 2

There was an incident happened during Daisy Plaza's term as the mayor in BXU. Naay program sa DSWD sa butuan nga maghatag ug mga gasa sa mga kabus... pagkaon, ug uban pa... Nag problema sila ato before tungod kay ala sila place o lugar nga pwede i daos ang event. So, niduol sila sa city hall, and silay nag provide sa place... Pag abot na sa event, Nasuko ang dswd tungod kay naay tarpaulin nga gi butang "LIBRENG GROCERY (or pagkaon ba 'to?) HATAG NI MAYOR DAISY!!!"

WHAT? Na shock sila tanan... and ang naka bug at pa jud sa kasuko, ala pa jud gi acknowledge ang dswd! Ang nasa utok nuon sa mga tao kay hatag gikan city hall, dili gikan dswd. A staff in dswd explained to me all these things.