Bacolod City and Negros Occidental Province - Compiled Threads [Archive] - Page 88

jaywalker

August 2nd, 2008, 04:11 PM

Udyakan Festival
parade today

Movie personalities Ara Mina and Jeoff Eigenmann will be among the invited guests in the 11th Charter Day celebration today in Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental, a press release from Kabankalan said.

The celebrities will perform with the K-City Band at a concert at 8:30 p.m., Dr. Enigardo Legislador, chairman of the Kabankalan City Cultural and Tourism Foundation Inc., said in the press release.

Meanwhile, the Udyakan Festival 2008 parade that will start at 1 p.m. will be participated in by the Bantayan National High School, Binicuil National High School-Main, Fortress College, Kabankalan Catholic College, Tabugon National High School, Florentino Galang National High School, Negros Stage College of Agriculture, Binicuil NHS-Tablubangi Extention, Binicuil NHS-Poblacion Extension and Tapi National High School. The dancers will perform at the city plaza after the parade, the press release said.

Ismael Java, consultant, Udyakan committee of KCCTFI, said that the festival dancers have to incorporate the music and steps originally composed and choreographed in Kabankalan in their presentation. This is necessary in order for the festival to acquire its identity and originality, the press release added.*

SUV111

August 2nd, 2008, 04:20 PM

^^Tani gd, prefer ko Lacson St.. mga rooms da abi sa Luxur Place gina rent sang mga Koreans, damu da sila mig daw mga apan.:lol::lol:

hahahaha!!! ok ang imo description migs ah :) but anyway, Lacson would be nice...its going to be nice treat for Bacolod if Lacson will be added with a new and Modern Building right next to PNB.

bacolodchamp

August 2nd, 2008, 04:35 PM

hahahaha!!! ok ang imo description migs ah :) but anyway, Lacson would be nice...its going to be nice treat for Bacolod if Lacson will be added with a new and Modern Building right next to PNB.

yes migs para mapuno na tanan nga vacan lot sa lacson sang tag-as nga mga buildings. i think BIR will occupy that vacant lot beside pnb, di bla migs?

Taz08

August 2nd, 2008, 04:52 PM

Bo B

August 2nd, 2008, 04:58 PM

my aunt who's working in BIR told me that they will have their own building at reclamation near SM...i don't know if it's true...

Wherever it is they're gonna build it, I hope that they would get a good architect and not scrimp on the budget. It doesn't have to be big to have an impact.

bacolodchamp

August 2nd, 2008, 05:04 PM

my aunt who's working in BIR told me that they will have their own building at reclamation near SM...i don't know if it's true...

who knows migs. basi pa lang. btw, does anyone know what's the plan of the city government with the land the government owns in the reclamation area? i think its stipulated in the contract whereby the government will own 10% of the total land area reclaimed by bredco.:)

Bo B

August 2nd, 2008, 05:07 PM

who knows migs. basi pa lang. btw, does anyone know what's the plan of the city government with the land the government owns in the reclamation area? i think its stipulated in the contract whereby the government will own 10% of the total land area reclaimed by bredco.:)

Did it go to the roads that have been donated to the government? 30% would be enough for road networks and some public space/park.

Taz08

August 2nd, 2008, 05:07 PM

Wherever it is they're gonna build it, I hope that they would get a good architect and not scrimp on the budget. It doesn't have to be big to have an impact.

i agree...i'd rather go with a low rise building but with a stunning design than a tall but with an unsightly design..

jasontt

August 2nd, 2008, 05:12 PM

yikes,... kagabi nag linog man diri sa manila.. pero ang epicenter ara sa mindoro pero labo ot diri gyapon.

:ohno: ako ya pag linog na hadlok ko basi may aswang kay ang bed ko daan nag move gid 4 times back and forth.:lol:

Taz08

August 2nd, 2008, 05:15 PM

guys watch kayo tv patrol ngayon.. may news tungkol sa lindol sa westen visayas..featured pa yung bacolod silay airport....may nasira raw..

bacolodchamp

August 2nd, 2008, 05:17 PM

Did it go to the roads that have been donated to the government? 30% would be enough for road networks and some public space/park.

i think there's a portion there that's alloted for a public park. i don't know though if its exclusively for parks or has the government have an option to use it to something else. i'm not quite sure of that.

maybe migo SUV can shed light on that. hehehe

BYAHILO

August 2nd, 2008, 06:39 PM

^^ of course, if you don't wanna come to my place we can always trash yer hotel room , uy manong loyd is coming here pala , or did you know that already...

OCT17-19 officmates ko upod ko sa hotel oct19 sa gabi ako na lng mag isa. w00t!!!

i know manong lloyd is going back there. we talked a few days ago,

so its final migs? citibank is coming to town?hehehe

its good citibank is making its presence again in bacolod. i can remember whn i was still in college the occupy the building at the Chowking in capitol, kag may drive thru ATM pa sila before. dunno what happened there.

:ohno: ako ya pag linog na hadlok ko basi may aswang kay ang bed ko daan nag move gid 4 times back and forth.:lol:
hay ambot swerte ko lng pirmi kay kada linog wala ako sa building. either ara na ko sa haus or galakat sa dalan. kag never ko gina pangayo nga maka experience linog sa isa ka tower. thats scary...

guys watch kayo tv patrol ngayon.. may news tungkol sa lindol sa westen visayas..featured pa yung bacolod silay airport....may nasira raw..

tsk tsk i just hope nothing serious happened to the airport.

butz

August 2nd, 2008, 07:05 PM

[QUOTE=BYAHILO;23492570]OCT17-19

its good citibank is making its presence again in bacolod. i can remember whn i was still in college the occupy the building at the Chowking in capitol, kag may drive thru ATM pa sila before. dunno what happened there.

mga migs,

ling ko anay may ara citibank sa may philamlife nayon nag padposit ko dira kay misis international ATM ti 3 weeks gid kuno abot atm card pero ok lang kay citibank international bank man galing daw lapit na subong 2 months la pa ang card 2x na ka deposit si boss:bash::ohno:
kung amo ano na ya nga bank name ya citibank man libog ulo ko:nuts:

SUV111

August 2nd, 2008, 09:34 PM

yes migs para mapuno na tanan nga vacan lot sa lacson sang tag-as nga mga buildings. i think BIR will occupy that vacant lot beside pnb, di bla migs?

my aunt who's working in BIR told me that they will have their own building at reclamation near SM...i don't know if it's true...

the BIR lot is located in front of mall 888 :) they will start next year i guess :)

[QUOTE=BYAHILO;23492570]OCT17-19

its good citibank is making its presence again in bacolod. i can remember whn i was still in college the occupy the building at the Chowking in capitol, kag may drive thru ATM pa sila before. dunno what happened there.

mga migs,

ling ko anay may ara citibank sa may philamlife nayon nag padposit ko dira kay misis international ATM ti 3 weeks gid kuno abot atm card pero ok lang kay citibank international bank man galing daw lapit na subong 2 months la pa ang card 2x na ka deposit si boss:bash::ohno:
kung amo ano na ya nga bank name ya citibank man libog ulo ko:nuts:

i think that was cititrust back then...it was not citybank.....we have citibank is located at the insular life building beside business inn :) and TP will handle their account here and its a 1000 heads account :)

ngprofflorida

August 3rd, 2008, 03:27 AM

Ari man ya. wala taya ga kotso kotso,:lol::lol: galing ang pamangkot diin ibutang ang account mig, gutok na kami da sa TP, 5 na ang accounts da dugangan pa sang Citi ti anum na. Anu ni nga expansion man, seat or facility? Si Ng ma taas naman ang BP sini. :lol::lol::banana::banana:

Ay ma relax na lang ako with this blessing..... naga baha gid..... :banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

Fly2Bacolod

August 3rd, 2008, 04:16 AM

so its final migs? citibank is coming to town?hehehe
^^
daw may citibank man da sa insular life building.:)

jaywalker

August 3rd, 2008, 04:26 AM

a sign of confidence migs. tourist friendly. at least in bacolod they are treated very well. i haven't heard of foreigners being harrassed or maltreated. actually, its the other way around.:)

Correct gid Migs.Even in Bacolod,some foreign guest seems feel at home after a while.Call Centers host to some expats.Call centers bring them to Bacolod aside from the regular tourist visiting the province.Some invites thier family members and friends to join them in Bacolod.

butz

August 3rd, 2008, 06:07 AM

i think that was cititrust back then...it was not citybank.....we have citibank is located at the insular life building beside business inn :) and TP will handle their account here and its a 1000 heads account :)
migo suv,

tanxx for info, city bank gali near insular life talang na gid ko sang mga name sang building:nuts: kinahanglan mapuli na gid ko sa next month kag:banana: kag:cheers:

butz

Fly2Bacolod

August 3rd, 2008, 06:38 AM

Correct gid Migs.Even in Bacolod,some foreign guest seems feel at home after a while.Call Centers host to some expats.Call centers bring them to Bacolod aside from the regular tourist visiting the province.Some invites thier family members and friends to join them in Bacolod.
^^
ei guys, i've noticed that most foreigners going to SM City Bacolod are Europeans and Americans...

while at Robinsons Place Bacolod, there are many Asians, mostly Koreans.:)

race

August 3rd, 2008, 07:16 AM

my sis british friends who have been in negros for vacation, said they never thought that phils is that beautiful, courteous and friendly.
its refreshing to hear those kind of compliments :)

bacolodchamp

August 3rd, 2008, 08:00 AM

^^visayan people in general are the friendliest people. we, the bacolonons and negrenses in particular. we can see that in the way celebrate life, our festivals. full of gaiety, full of laughter, full of fun.

Xeltran

August 3rd, 2008, 10:00 AM

my sis british friends who have been in negros for vacation, said they never thought that phils is that beautiful, courteous and friendly.
its refreshing to hear those kind of compliments :)

Blame the media for always escalating negativism. :ohno:
Afterall, you can see that almost anywhere.

ngprofflorida

August 3rd, 2008, 11:38 AM

BACOLOD CITY BRANCH
G/F, Insular Life Building Lacson cor. Galo Sts., Bacolod City 6100
Tel. nos. (034) 435-4176 / (034) 434-5872 / (034) 434-5987
Fax: (034) 435-4177

ngprofflorida

August 3rd, 2008, 11:45 AM

day 1 Cebu To Bacolod
It only takes about 40 minutes to fly from Cebu to Negros Occidental, but the difference between these two cities belies their physical proximity. Unlike Cebu’s perennially buzzing runway, the airport at Bacolod houses an oftentimes sleepy terminal. This very laidback pace is evident everywhere in this province, where traffic on most days resembles that of a sleepy Sunday afternoon.

Visit “Paris” in Negros

The city of Silay, which is a mere 15-minute jeepney ride from the airport, has been called the “Paris of Negros” as it boasts a large collection of well-preserved heritage homes. Grand antiquated mansions line the streets of the centuries-old neighborhood which was once the center of a large and lucrative sugar industry. Stroll around the town plaza where most of the stately homes are nestled. And just a stone’s throw away, along Cinco de Noviembre street, stands the Balay Negrense Museum, the mansion owned by the son of the first sugar baron of Negros, Yves Leopold Germain Gaston. This fully-restored colonial-era mansion gives visitors a glimpse of the once-opulent Silaynon lifestyle. Balay Negrense Museum, Cinco de Noviembre Street, Silay City; tel: +63 34 714 7676, www.balaynegrense.com

Enjoy the sweet treats Enjoy the sweet treats

Pristine white sandy beaches, ancient baroque churches, costumed revelers with gaily-painted faces. Most of these classic images of the Philippines come from just one area - the Western Visayas region. In many ways, this cluster of islands at the archipelago’s center is a microcosm of the country. Credit this to its varied landscapes of both sand and slopes, all of it home to a people blessed with a good-natured character and a rich Hispanic heritage. There is much to experience on these happy isles, and good enough reasons to plan a weekend backpacking adventure. Fortunately, the Western Visayas is also just a short hop from Cebu Pacific’s namesake travel hub – Cebu has easy access to the cities of Bacolod, Iloilo and Kalibo. If you’re not up for the long, scenic route, hop on a plane – CEB flies to all three destinations.

Chase some waterfalls

After refueling, it’s time for a quick jungle adventure. At the foothills of the nearby Mount Mandalagan, about an hour’s drive from Silay, is the hillside village of Patag. Patag is the ideal jump-off point for those wishing to explore the falls on these slopes. From here, one can hike to any of a dozen waterfalls, the nearest one being an easy 40-minute trek away. Spend a few hours swimming in cool, cascading waters before heading back to Bacolod City.

Go food tripping in Bacolod City
Your first stop in Bacolod City should be Bob’s Restaurant – practically an institution after 40 years of serving up great food. Here you can savour a wide variety of mouth- wateringly tasty dishes, both western and local fare. Think of massive cheeseburgers as well as tender, juicy baby back ribs which the locals say are the best in town. For dessert, pop into Calea as sweet is the specialty here. Try the delectable Oreo cheesecake, among other scrumptious samplings. Bob’s Restaurant, 111 Lacson Street, Bacolod City; tel: +6334 441 1431. Calea Cake House, Lourdes Center, Lacson Street, Bacolod City

Xeltran

August 3rd, 2008, 12:22 PM

Review:'Namets' well-done, predictable (http://abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryID=127101)

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For all its charm Emilio "Jay" Abello’s "Namets" goes into well-travelled territory, into a kind of romantic genre that mixes wit, nostalgia, a standard feel-good love story and gustatory visuals of Negrense cuisine.

Here's the plot: Irresponsible cute boy gets into a tight fix after amassing a huge debt from the local gabling lord; in the middle of the fracas, his ex-girlfriend comes into the picture, they fight fight fight then fall in love, fall out of love, get back together; everything evens out and they live happily ever after.

Cliche? It certainly veers into that territoy--almost. Jacko (Christian Vasquez) who lost in a cockfighting bet, makes a deall with a Don Corleone-like millionaire Boss Dolpo (Peque Gallaga) after the latter turns out to be an eccentric gourmand.

Jacko sells his three-year-old Italian restaurant to the Don. In a fit of culinary camaraderie, the gambling lord slash gourmand allows Jacko to stay on as a partner in the restaurant, to take care of its operations. There's a hitch, though: Boss Dolpo hired a consultant, Jacko’s former girlfriend Cassie (Angel Jacob) and together, they are tasked to whip up the local cuisine into something international.

The film is beautifully shot and designed, showing lavish Bacolod urban life, the province’s rich culinary specialties, and the quirky, if not exaggerated, Negrense regard for sweets. The funny dialogue and peculiar scenes are the best assets of the movie, making up for the melodramatic parts.

Probably to maintain its indie appeal despite a mainstream plot, there are numerous one-shot stories, entirely different from the main plot, that are smartly inter-mingled. Viewers don’t just see actors Vasquez and Jacob bantering and flirting on-screen; they see Joel Torre as a prehistoric caveman, Ron Lazaro as a hungry meat-loving father and other personalities whose only similarities to the main characters are their love for food and the sing-song dialect.

The verdict: Expect "Namets" to leave a sugary taste in your mouth. Don’t expect too much though, what you see is basically what you get—but with a little something witty thrown in.

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Grabe ang sweets! Watch the trailer bala. :LOL:
One noticeable structure is The Ruins.

Inspiron

August 3rd, 2008, 12:51 PM

what's the title of the song?

jaywalker

August 3rd, 2008, 02:02 PM

PAGCOR HOTEL
Goldenfields Commercial Complex

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jaywalker

August 3rd, 2008, 02:04 PM

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Xeltran

August 3rd, 2008, 02:49 PM

what's the title of the song?

I dunno. I'll try to ask.

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Love this shot! :)
Reminds me of Spanish Negros. :lol:

I hope more hotels would be like this. Para daw may Filipino culture ambiance gid bala haw, at least we can say, aton gid ni ya (although, technically, influenced by Spanish culture :lol:)

habagatcentral1

August 3rd, 2008, 03:06 PM

By the way, where's KimHan?

jaywalker

August 3rd, 2008, 03:11 PM

Scintillating Southern Shoot

Put together 50 models as well as creative and production staff and take them to Langub Resort, a fast-emerging tourist destination in Sipalay City for that Scintillating Southern Shoot. That's what the Bacolod Association of Models did July 26-28 in its most elaborate production so far following its mountain setting at Mambukal last year and its sizzling summer pictorial in Jomabo Resort in Escalante.

The shoot featured a collection of 10 themes, reflecting the creations of local designers and collections fro, Pale Bleue, Fetish and Urban Chic. The designers were Jan Jan Ditching and Kelly Cuachon (for bridal gowns), Silah Chua for groom suits, stylish wear by Arielle Apuyon and haute couture collections of Nicolo Yulo.

The Southern Shoot served as a reunion of sorts for members of three BAM batches – Kevin Zaldarriaga, Macy Dongon, Jeric Villanueva, Krishiel Katague, Jacky Acebuque and Nikki Drilon of the pioneering group who were joined by Jan Marie Vega, Nathaniel Sison, Katryn Rigby, Adam Nerpiol, Mariel Unson, Marty Laoang, Karlu Tan, Angelo Araneta, Tanya Lopigco and Reggie Valenzuela of the second batch as well as third batch models Ian Villa, Chris Abelarde, Al Abelarde and Martina Yusay.

The shoot was a joint effort of the BAM agency, the Provincial Tourism Office, the Provincial Environmental Management Office through Olive Seruelo, Mayor Manolet Escalante, Oliver Dondonay of the Negros Island Tourism, Inc., Jun Alejano, Robert Palic and Demmy and Ancai Pali, owners of the Sugar Beach Resort at Langub.

It was produced by BAM Manager Cleofe Tan with Sonny Cabahug as creative director, Gerald Dacles as photo director with Chuck Go, Edgar Pama, Franz Doctora and Coy Francis comprising the photo team, Carlos Durana, BAM talent agent, who did the models' hair and make-up, stylist Nicolo Yulo as well as production assistants Castel Ton, JP Alejano, Lino Pascua and Edna Sanchez

jaywalker

August 3rd, 2008, 03:17 PM

Love this shot! :)
Reminds me of Spanish Negros. :lol:

I hope more hotels would be like this. Para daw may Filipino culture ambiance gid bala haw, at least we can say, aton gid ni ya (although, technically, influenced by Spanish culture :lol:)

I like the wood carvings that can be seen everywhere inside the hotel.

Taz08

August 3rd, 2008, 04:06 PM

i passed by this night sa bacolod government center....ang ganda tlga....marami pang tao...inauguration kasi kanina.... ang ganda ng fountain...sayang hindi ako nakakuha ng pics..sana may mag post dito..hehe calling pareng SUV....hehehe

bacolodchamp

August 3rd, 2008, 04:17 PM

I dunno. I'll try to ask.

Love this shot! :)
Reminds me of Spanish Negros. :lol:

I hope more hotels would be like this. Para daw may Filipino culture ambiance gid bala haw, at least we can say, aton gid ni ya (although, technically, influenced by Spanish culture :lol:)

I like the wood carvings that can be seen everywhere inside the hotel.

not even manila hotel can match the genuine filipino design. very elaborate. completely different from what used to be the modern garden hotel.

i passed by this night sa bacolod government center....ang ganda tlga....marami pang tao...inauguration kasi kanina.... ang ganda ng fountain...sayang hindi ako nakakuha ng pics..sana may mag post dito..hehe calling pareng SUV....hehehe

migs, you can be sure of that. hehehe.

By the way, where's KimHan?

miss mo sya migs? :)

habagatcentral1

August 3rd, 2008, 04:19 PM

Or am I seeing double migs?

jaywalker

August 3rd, 2008, 04:51 PM

^^Not the grand opening and i think today is blessing of the NGC building.

habagatcentral1

August 3rd, 2008, 04:51 PM

^^ Did someone took pix of the opening/inauguration of NGC? I'm waiting to see it. :)

jaywalker

August 3rd, 2008, 06:34 PM

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SUV111

August 3rd, 2008, 06:37 PM

^^ Did someone took pix of the opening/inauguration of NGC? I'm waiting to see it. :)

I'm suppose to take pictures this evening but too bad we were in a hurry....our visitors will be leaving tomorrow :)

I've been out with people from LA and they really enjoyed Bacolod. :) they had so much fun....OLD PAB is their favorite bar..hehehehe and they love it... they said Bacolod is a beautiful and peaceful place. :) They also like mambukal resort especially the bats:)

jaywalker

August 3rd, 2008, 06:50 PM

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SUV111

August 3rd, 2008, 07:23 PM

heres your request :)

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SUV111

August 3rd, 2008, 07:26 PM

one of the Hotel rooms in Planta Bacolod

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sorry, forgot to fix the bed well :) hehehehe

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SUV111

August 3rd, 2008, 07:29 PM

Old Pab Bar and restaurant

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britnoy

August 3rd, 2008, 08:06 PM

my sis british friends who have been in negros for vacation, said they never thought that phils is that beautiful, courteous and friendly.
its refreshing to hear those kind of compliments :)

Honestly speaking kulang gid diri sa UK ang pagpromote sang Pilipinas by our goverment......pirdi ta diri sa Thailand when it comes to promotion.

SUV111

August 3rd, 2008, 08:40 PM

Honestly speaking kulang gid diri sa UK ang pagpromote sang Pilipinas by our goverment......pirdi ta diri sa Thailand when it comes to promotion.

really? i guess its time for our government to strengthen its tourism campaign by reaching out areas where they have little promotion.

SUV111

August 3rd, 2008, 09:21 PM

its a monday morning treat!!!!

RMC new Pharmacy & Laboratory

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boynegro$

August 4th, 2008, 03:01 AM

By the way, where's KimHan?

Why? na hidlaw ka kay KimHan Berns ay?:lol::lol: Anyway may ma post gd na sang inauguration sang NCG:banana::banana:

boynegro$

August 4th, 2008, 03:04 AM

its a monday morning treat!!!!

RMC new Pharmacy & Laboratory

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So amu nani ang bago nga Pharma? Cge pa sila gali construct daw ma lawig pani. :)

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 04:43 AM

So amu nani ang bago nga Pharma? Cge pa sila gali construct daw ma lawig pani. :)

lapit na lang na....ga panilhig na lang sila tapos sina ma open na na :)

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 04:46 AM

Why? na hidlaw ka kay KimHan Berns ay?:lol::lol: Anyway may ma post gd na sang inauguration sang NCG:banana::banana:

nami nami sang NGC at night migs...whew!!!! :banana::banana::banana:

ngprofflorida

August 4th, 2008, 04:55 AM

nami nami sang NGC at night migs...whew!!!! :banana::banana::banana:

may pictures ka? siguro the best so far in the philippines... wala lang may ma contra opinion lang:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 04:57 AM

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 05:04 AM

may pictures ka? siguro the best so far in the philippines... wala lang may ma contra opinion lang:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

hahahahaha!!! your entitled to it. :) wala na kaso migs. :) actually nakalabay kami last night...very beautiful ang interior. too bad i wasnt able to take a picture of Papal Nuncio...he also stayed in Planta Hotel...we were having breakfast when he arrived and i left my camera in my room.

JEFFjr_25

August 4th, 2008, 05:50 AM

^^ With all the developments sprouting all over the city and the province as a whole, theres still no substitute for the natural beauty of Mambukal. Impressive!!!:cheers:

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 05:52 AM

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 05:55 AM

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habagatcentral1

August 4th, 2008, 05:56 AM

@SUV. I noticed, are you using the "cloudy white balance" setting of your camera? :) There is this dominance of warm and yellowish colour on your pictures.

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 05:57 AM

@SUV. I noticed, are you using the "cloudy white balance" setting of your camera? :) There is this dominance of warm and yellowish colour on your pictures.

nope...i am editing my photo using the windows gallery. :) the yellowish color is because of the saturation :) hehehehe

JEFFjr_25

August 4th, 2008, 05:58 AM

^^ Memories .. memories.. and nothing but memories... :)

habagatcentral1

August 4th, 2008, 05:59 AM

nope...i am editing my photo using the windows gallery. :)
I see. I thought you were using the white balance feature of the camera. :)

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its a monday morning treat!!!!

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Third falls

A scenic view on top of mambukal resort going to the third falls :)

The beauty of Mambukal

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Two thumbs up to you guys , @Smile and @Jaywalker. Thanks for the pics.:):cheers:

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 06:01 AM

^^ Memories .. memories.. and nothing but memories... :)

hhahahahaha!!!! i know that....:) ahem ahem ahem:lol::lol:

I see. I thought you were using the white balance feature of the camera. :)

hehehe!!! why berns? you dont like?:ohno::ohno:

habagatcentral1

August 4th, 2008, 06:03 AM

^^ Who say's I don't like it? I like it. :D

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 06:06 AM

^^ Who say's I don't like it? I like it. :D

hahahahahaha!!!! thank you berns :) :banana::banana::banana:

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 06:28 AM

The Ruins

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The Ruins says HI!

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SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 07:23 AM

^^ With all the developments sprouting all over the city and the province as a whole, theres still no substitute for the natural beauty of Mambukal. Impressive!!!:cheers:

and mambukal is developing also...they have new cottages :) I am happy that the development is not just in Bacolod but in the entire Negros :)

^TumandoK

August 4th, 2008, 07:25 AM

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Papal nuncio blesses
Bacolod gov’t center
BY CHRYSEE SAMILLANO
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The Bacolod City Government Center is the symbol of the dedication and care for the common good that the good people in the Bacolod City government render to the inhabitants of this city, Archbishop Edward Joseph Adams, Papal Nuncio to the Philippines, who blessed the facility, yesterday said.

It is a happy coincidence that the Bacolod Government Center has been formally blessed on the very eve of the consecration of Bacolod’s native son, Bishop-elect Gerardo Alminaza, Adams said.

He said they thank Alminaza for accepting the Holy Father’s appointment for him to be auxillary bishop for Jaro.

“In blessing this center, we have also invoked the Lord’s favor on all those who will come here and especially on all those who will work here in order to serve the people and city of Bacolod,” Adams also said.

He said public servants contribute to the tempo of progress of their communities and to building a peaceful and more humane society, something that is beautifully in keeping with the values of the gospel of Jesus Christ. To this end they work together extending a friendly hand to their fellow citizens, he added.

Bacolod Mayor Evelio Leonardia said the government center would not have been possible without the guidance and inspiration of the people of Bacolod, who inspired them and re-assured them during the May 2007 election that, indeed, they wanted the facility.

“We are very pleased that no less than the Apostolic Nuncio has come to bless this new facility which we now call our new home,” he said.

The mayor cited Psalm 127:1 that says “Except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it.”

Leonardia said this is a historic moment for Bacolod City because this is the very first time they have an official function in the facility which the city has dreamed of for 40 years. “Inspite of the rough seas, the tornadoes and hurricanes, we have survived and that dream of 40 years ago is now a reality,” he said.

Leonardia said there would not have been a government center without the civic consciousness and the pure generosity of the family of the late Don Fernando Gonzaga, whose death anniversary was also yesterday.

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 07:39 AM

The Ruins
(part II)

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August 4th, 2008, 08:39 AM

Blessing of the NGC

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Papal Nuncio Edward Joseph Adams, Bacolod Mayor Evelio Leonardia, Bacolod Bishop Vicente Navarra, left, and Jaro Auxiliary Bishop Gerardo Alminaza, right offer a toast at the new Bacolod government center last night*

bacolodchamp

August 4th, 2008, 08:47 AM

Bacoleño exporter wins NP award

Bacolod-based housewares exporter Rolando Madera of Babylan's Cococraft was among the 16 winners in the "Pondo sa Sipag, Puhunan sa Tiyaga" Nationwide Search for Outstanding Negosyanteng Pinoy organized by the Nationalista Party.

Babylan's Cococraft,in Villa Esperanza, Brgy. Tangub, producesboxes, jars, desk accessories, frames, placemats and bread tray.

Madera was chosen as the winner for Region 6.

The 16 winners received P100,000 in additional capital each during the awarding rites Saturday night held at the historic Laurel Mansion, now owned by NP president Manuel Villar, in Mandaluyong City.

The search was launched last Novemberduring the 100th year celebration of the NP.

Products of the winning entrepreneurs were displayedat the Market! Market! Shopping Complex in Taguig City.

Other winners were Sarah Dabucon, SCUFYND food processing, and Margarita Allado, agricultural store, Region 1; Albino Francisco, repair service shop; Calma Arcala, Cali's mushroom farm; Albert Dulnuan, rattan seedling nursery; Elizabeth Africano, Franco's café; and Solomon Maylem, farm, Region 2;

Pacifico de la Cruz, wild duck raising, Region 3; Antonia Villanueva, Tonette's footwear, Region 4;Marianne Olano, Baycrafts Shoppe, Region 5;Lucresia Saga, sari-sari store, Region 7; Elizabeth Rafal, Sto. Niño food processing, Region 12; Marie Saclag, Ayatu's ethnic crafts, and Regina Madio, Praj's gift shop, Cordillera Administrative Region; and Ernesto Paglinawan, corn coffee business, CARAGA.*NLG

bacolodchamp

August 4th, 2008, 08:48 AM

We’re investing in regions: Villar

Las Piñas Rep. Cynthia Villar said their family, through their property firm, Vista Land and Lifescapes Inc., is investing in the regions to help propel development outside Metro Manila.

“We're investing in the regions. In every major city, we are investing. (Senate President Manuel Villar) believes that we have to go and invest in our regions to show the people that we really have faith in the country,” she said.

Villar was among the guests at the meeting of the Chamber of Real Estate and Builders' Association-Negros Occidental Chapter in Bacolod City Saturday. The Villars made their fortune in real estate development.

Camella Communities, a company of Vista Land and Lifescapes Inc., considered as the country’s largest homebuilder, recently launched its first Bacolod development project, Camella Meridian, a 27-hectare residential subdivision in Brgy. Mandalagan.

Villar said her husband, who is running for president in 2010, wants to make a difference by advocating for good governance through the use of government resources to help the poor.

“We cannot say that all the problems will be solved but the good intention is always there,” she said.*NLG

RonnieR

August 4th, 2008, 10:52 AM

^^ Who say's I don't like it? I like it. :D

Hi there, I noticed that you're everywhere.... you speak different dialects :). Anyway, I'm going to Masskara festival this October (already booked a ticket) and will spend in Bacolod for 2 days/3 nights. Can you please recommend hotels that are near the city and near the street action/parade? Appreciate your input. I've been to Sinulog several times but excited to see the Maskara festival as this our first time with a group.

boy muscovado

August 4th, 2008, 11:31 AM

Migo I have checked with PHIVOLCS but they still don't have their N. Negros earthquake posted in the site but I believe that what caused that Aug 2, 2008 2:20 AM earthquake was a shallow, local fault along the shores of Manapla and Cadiz City. in 2005 A Magnitude 4.5 earthquake also hit the same area but it was nearer Ajuy. In 2001, a nearer fault splay just near Cadiz City caused a magnitude 3 earthquake in 2001. Large scale earthquakes in Western Visayas are usually originating from Panay, specifically Antique, Southern Iloilo and Aklan due to the Tablas Fault and Central Panay Collission Zone (1948 and 1990 earthquakes). We don't have active faults in Negros but some fault splays in Sipalay and Himamaylan could give out small tremors sometimes :ohno::cheers:

SooN to OpeN ShopS @ MetrodomE

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Daw Araneta Center in Cubao! 3 bananas! :banana::banana::banana:

Bacolod City from the Sky

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kanubo mag descend ang eroplano...i dont miss the planes with the new airport because they still pass above our house, at a different direction naman :lol: :banana::banana::banana:

Camella Meridian Bacolod
Experience the Italian Lifestyle right at the heart of Bacolod

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Manny Villar is really gearing up top conquer real estate in the Negrense greeneries...they also have bought a lot of lands in Guimaras ^^:lol:

Hehe!! It reminds me of Bacolod Reclamation Area's slogan in the 1980's which is indeed coming true.

Natawo ka na to Berns?...because during the Papal visit in 1981 at bacolod, I was still a toddler sitting on my lolo's shoulders for the pope to wave at us :banana::banana::banana:

^^
ei guys, i've noticed that most foreigners going to SM City Bacolod are Europeans and Americans...

while at Robinsons Place Bacolod, there are many Asians, mostly Koreans.:)

my American cousin really loves Robinson's

Review:'Namets' well-done, predictable (http://abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryID=127101)

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For all its charm Emilio "Jay" Abello’s "Namets" goes into well-travelled territory, into a kind of romantic genre that mixes wit, nostalgia, a standard feel-good love story and gustatory visuals of Negrense cuisine.

Here's the plot: Irresponsible cute boy gets into a tight fix after amassing a huge debt from the local gabling lord; in the middle of the fracas, his ex-girlfriend comes into the picture, they fight fight fight then fall in love, fall out of love, get back together; everything evens out and they live happily ever after.

Cliche? It certainly veers into that territoy--almost. Jacko (Christian Vasquez) who lost in a cockfighting bet, makes a deall with a Don Corleone-like millionaire Boss Dolpo (Peque Gallaga) after the latter turns out to be an eccentric gourmand.

Jacko sells his three-year-old Italian restaurant to the Don. In a fit of culinary camaraderie, the gambling lord slash gourmand allows Jacko to stay on as a partner in the restaurant, to take care of its operations. There's a hitch, though: Boss Dolpo hired a consultant, Jacko’s former girlfriend Cassie (Angel Jacob) and together, they are tasked to whip up the local cuisine into something international.

The film is beautifully shot and designed, showing lavish Bacolod urban life, the province’s rich culinary specialties, and the quirky, if not exaggerated, Negrense regard for sweets. The funny dialogue and peculiar scenes are the best assets of the movie, making up for the melodramatic parts.

Probably to maintain its indie appeal despite a mainstream plot, there are numerous one-shot stories, entirely different from the main plot, that are smartly inter-mingled. Viewers don’t just see actors Vasquez and Jacob bantering and flirting on-screen; they see Joel Torre as a prehistoric caveman, Ron Lazaro as a hungry meat-loving father and other personalities whose only similarities to the main characters are their love for food and the sing-song dialect.

The verdict: Expect "Namets" to leave a sugary taste in your mouth. Don’t expect too much though, what you see is basically what you get—but with a little something witty thrown in.

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Grabe ang sweets! Watch the trailer bala. :LOL:
One noticeable structure is The Ruins.

The Ruins

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namit gid ya ang Namets...a feel good movie.....enjoy gid ko sang mga intertwined stories nila about food :banana::banana::banana:

Amo gani man, so ano naman in nick name ta sa Bacolod.... the city of what>

1960-1979 - Bacolod...the Sunshine City
1980 - present - The City of Smiles
now.....BACOLOD ... THE SWEET TASTE OF OPPORTUNITY AND SUCCESS!!

:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

bacolodchamp

August 4th, 2008, 11:40 AM

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what i like about the street scenes of bacolod is that its clean, wide, not chaotic and less obstructive to pedestrians.

i didn't know bacolod was "sunshine city" before it eventually became "the city of smiles". migo ng would be delighted to know that. from sunshine city to sunshine state.hehehe:lol:

ngprofflorida

August 4th, 2008, 11:40 AM

bacolodchamp

August 4th, 2008, 11:46 AM

Amo na ya the best gid!!!!!! tahom gid ya ang goverment center....:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

i agree migo. i've been waiting someone would say that. but for now , we will just be contended with that picture. don't you think they should have put more lightings in the fountain area?

ngprofflorida

August 4th, 2008, 11:48 AM

i agree migo. i've been waiting someone would say that. but for now , we will just be contended with that picture. don't you think they should have put more lightings in the fountain area?

Ok na mig ang lights.... so far the best gidd ya... tahom gid ya mig.... pinakamatahom nga goverment center mig... may impact gid ya gina tawag bala....:cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers:

bacolodchamp

August 4th, 2008, 11:53 AM

Ok na mig ang lights.... so far the best gidd ya... tahom gid ya mig.... pinakamatahom nga goverment center mig... may impact gid ya gina tawag bala....:cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers:

its worth the every cent they spent for it. the best part pa gid ya migs, kay the church hasn't raised a single issue against it. they even loved it. they celebrated with us. hehehe:lol::lol:

boy muscovado

August 4th, 2008, 11:58 AM

what i like about the street scenes of bacolod is that its clean, wide, not chaotic and less obstructive to pedestrians.

i didn't know bacolod was "sunshine city" before it eventually became "the city of smiles". migo ng would be delighted to know that. from sunshine city to sunshine state.hehehe:lol:

The title "Sunshine City" was given by Manila Broadcasting Company's (MBC) AM Station in Bacolod, DYEZ. If you still have stickers of those it looks nice with a sunrise bordered by a rainbow. I saw their ad in the 1976 Bacolod City Yearbook. Even my mother still remembers the music/plug of DYEZ of "Sunshine City"...he he hehe.....another reason why it was a "Sunshine City" is due to the title "Cleanest City in the Philippines" in 1965 (?) under former Mayor Rodolfo Guanzon :lol::banana::banana::banana::banana:

Ok na mig ang lights.... so far the best gidd ya... tahom gid ya mig.... pinakamatahom nga goverment center mig... may impact gid ya gina tawag bala....:cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers:

mapuli ko da this week...malagaw gid ko sa Govt Center :banana::banana::banana:

ngprofflorida

August 4th, 2008, 12:04 PM

The title "Sunshine City" was given by Manila Broadcasting Company's (MBC) AM Station in Bacolod, DYEZ. If you still have stickers of those it looks nice with a sunrise bordered by a rainbow. I saw their ad in the 1976 Bacolod City Yearbook. Even my mother still remembers the music/plug of DYEZ of "Sunshine City"...he he hehe.....another reason why it was a "Sunshine City" is due to the title "Cleanest City in the Philippines" in 1965 (?) under former Mayor Rodolfo Guanzon :lol::banana::banana::banana::banana:

mapuli ko da this week...malagaw gid ko sa Govt Center :banana::banana::banana:

yes mig take more pictures gid..... samtang bag-o pa... This NGC gina showcase a pa ka dragon economy sang syudad.....:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

bacolodchamp

August 4th, 2008, 12:04 PM

The title "Sunshine City" was given by Manila Broadcasting Company's (MBC) AM Station in Bacolod, DYEZ. If you still have stickers of those it looks nice with a sunrise bordered by a rainbow. I saw their ad in the 1976 Bacolod City Yearbook. Even my mother still remembers the music/plug of DYEZ of "Sunshine City"...he he hehe.....another reason why it was a "Sunshine City" is due to the title "Cleanest City in the Philippines" in 1965 (?) under former Mayor Rodolfo Guanzon :lol::banana::banana::banana::banana:

mapuli ko da this week...malagaw gid ko sa Govt Center :banana::banana::banana:

be sure to bring your cam with you and flood us with really nice pics. hehehe.

so being the cleanest city in the phils is not new afterall. even in the 60's bacolod is already raking in awards for this category. wow, that's heartwarming. go bacolod.:banana::banana::banana:

bacolodchamp

August 4th, 2008, 12:07 PM

yes mig take more pictures gid..... samtang bag-o pa... This NGC gina showcase a pa ka dragon economy sang syudad.....:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

well said migs. the dragon has awakened from its slumber. hahahaha. this must be the start of something new, something exciting to happen. what's your prediction migs? abi tan awa sa crystal ball mo. :lol:

ngprofflorida

August 4th, 2008, 12:07 PM

be sure to bring your cam with you and flood us with really nice pics. hehehe.

so being the cleanest city in the phils is not new afterall. even in the 60's bacolod is already raking in awards for this category. wow, that's heartwarming. go bacolod.:banana::banana::banana:

ay sir champ san-o kaya mapauli..... tani part ka man sang history.... :cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers:

grabe gid ya mig proud gid ako sang Bacolod.... naga himakas gid mag fast forward and economy.....:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

bacolodchamp

August 4th, 2008, 12:11 PM

ay sir champ san-o kaya mapauli..... tani part ka man sang history.... :cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers:

grabe gid ya mig proud gid ako sang Bacolod.... naga himakas gid mag fast forward and economy.....:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

may sir gid ya? no, i'm already thinking about it. hehehe. its not happening soon but it will come. hehehe

boy muscovado

August 4th, 2008, 12:15 PM

boy muscovado

August 4th, 2008, 12:16 PM

ngprofflorida

August 4th, 2008, 12:30 PM

boy muscovado

August 4th, 2008, 12:39 PM

ka nami gid sa imo mag flowering sang words.... by the way my friend ako nakita ako personal kay pope john paul 11 sang 1981.

Ha ha haha...Thanks. Nothing beats to local taste and color...I'm sure I also saw the pope when I was there "naga-tibng" kay lolo sa tubang San Sebastian Cathedral but I'm sooooo young to remember it. Basta kita ko lang akon pic pag papal visit :lol:

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 02:08 PM

I could describe Bacolod as symbolized by its local icons

BACOLOD

...the proud blossom (bilaho) at the topmost part of a ripe sugarcane

... as quick and agile as the Visayan Spotted Dear (Cervus alfredii)

... stealthy and slow but cunning like the Maral (Phil wildcat)

... powerful but gentle as Kanlaon Volcano

... beautiful as the rare Negros Bleeding Heart Pigeon

... strong and fostering like the Visayan Warty Pig

... sweet and enjoyable like the muscovado:D

:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

wow!!!! nice play of words :) i love it :) Ninoy said that "filipinos are worth dying for" then I must say that "Bacolod is worth living for" hehehe:banana::banana:

ka nami gid sa imo mag flowering sang words.... by the way my friend ako nakita ako personal kay pope john paul 11 sang 1981.

nakita ko man NG...nag wave pa siya sa amon kag nag sign of the cross ga sakay sa papal vehicle niya :)

Mr_Fanatic

August 4th, 2008, 02:10 PM

Hi there, I noticed that you're everywhere.... you speak different dialects :). Anyway, I'm going to Masskara festival this October (already booked a ticket) and will spend in Bacolod for 2 days/3 nights. Can you please recommend hotels that are near the city and near the street action/parade? Appreciate your input. I've been to Sinulog several times but excited to see the Maskara festival as this our first time with a group.

Please PM SUV or PosterGirl...they're the "ambassador" and "tourist guide" of SSC Bacolod..hehe

RonnieR

August 4th, 2008, 02:12 PM

Please PM SUV or PosterGirl...they're the "ambassador" and "tourist guide" of SSC Bacolod..hehe

Thanks!

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 02:14 PM

Please PM SUV or PosterGirl...they're the "ambassador" and "tourist guide" of SSC Bacolod..hehe

hahahaha!!! your funny @fanatic :) but thanks :) i can do that

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 02:19 PM

well said migs. the dragon has awakened from its slumber. hahahaha. this must be the start of something new, something exciting to happen. what's your prediction migs? abi tan awa sa crystal ball mo. :lol:

bantay ka lang migs...just take a nap and tomorrow, you'll be surprised :) Actually our visitors are so amazed about our city...its their first time here and they really enjoyed. they just cant stop saying WOW!!!

SUV111

August 4th, 2008, 03:51 PM

jaywalker

August 4th, 2008, 08:40 PM

DLNHS Senior clouters
start World Series campaign
BY NIDA BUENAFE

Barely getting over their jet lag, the Senior League girls' 14-16 softball squad from Domingo Lacson National High School in Bacolod City, begin their 2008 World Series campaign today in Lowe Sussex, Delaware in the United States.

Mentored by Tony Oquindo, the Bacolod clouters, who will banner the Asia-Pacific campaign, have drawn US-Central, represented by a team from South Bend, Indiana, for its first assignment. Game time is set at 8 p.m. Sunday (Monday morning in the Philippines).

Leading the campaign of the Bacolod City girls’ are World Series veterans Analie Benjamen and Cherry An Basco, who were members of the Little League team that posted back-to-back second runner-up finishes in 2004 and 2005.

The Philippines' best finish in the Senior League tournament is third place, a feat it accomplished in 2004 by the same Bacolod team that topped the Junior League division in 2003 in Kirkland, Washington.

Aside from the Seniors’ team, Bacolod players are also representing the country in the Major League (11-12) and the Juniors (13-14), after topping the Asia-Pacific regional tournaments held in Guangzhou, China last month.

The Major little leaguers from Education Training Center School in Bacolod, will leave for Portland, Oregon later this week for their Aug. 7-13 tournament while the Juniors team left for Manila last night to process their papers with the U.S. Embassy for their Aug. 10-16 competition in Kirkland, Washington.

The Manila Big League softball team, powered by Adamson University standouts, with almost half of its members coming from Bacolod City, will vie in Kalamazoo, Michigan from August 11 to 16.

In baseball, the International Little League Association of Manila will try to improve on its second-place finish last year when it sees action in the Junior League tournament in Taylor, Michigan starting August 11.

Another ILLAM team will gun for the title in the Senior League tournament in Bangor, Maine beginning Aug. 10.

The ILLAM squads will leave for the US on Aug. 8,manager Kathy Tanco-Ong said.*NAB

jaywalker

August 4th, 2008, 09:01 PM

Ok na mig ang lights.... so far the best gidd ya... tahom gid ya mig.... pinakamatahom nga goverment center mig... may impact gid ya gina tawag bala....:cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers:

i agree migo. i've been waiting someone would say that. but for now , we will just be contended with that picture. don't you think they should have put more lightings in the fountain area?

I think sa picture lang na daw kadulom kay when we went to NGC kadamo sang galinya nga mga poste.More picture please,Thanks in advance.:D

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 03:56 AM

i agree migo. i've been waiting someone would say that. but for now , we will just be contended with that picture. don't you think they should have put more lightings in the fountain area?

you know why its a little bit dark?....coz its the only structure that stands in the vicinity...it could have been more illuminated if there were structures surrounds it :) but this one is not finished yet...they still have one month before the grand opening :) basi may madugang pa na da a :):lol:

ngprofflorida

August 5th, 2008, 04:04 AM

its a monday morning treat!!!!

RMC new Pharmacy & Laboratory

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Mig SUV another milestones naman ini sang Riverside, daw wala untat nga pa improved sang ilang nga faclitity....:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

ngprofflorida

August 5th, 2008, 04:05 AM

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Third falls

A scenic view on top of mambukal resort going to the third falls :)

Mig ka very romantic gid sang place. is this mambukal.... oh my gosh tahom na gali kaayo.... hopefully soon this a condo paradise of negros.....:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

ngprofflorida

August 5th, 2008, 04:07 AM

The beauty of Mambukal

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amigo SUV well impressed gid ako sang ila nga facilities very classy gid.... daw ehem ka lang nga lugar......:cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::banana::banana::banana::banana:

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 04:10 AM

Mig SUV another milestones naman ini sang Riverside, daw wala untat nga pa improved sang ilang nga faclitity....:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

exactly...they're always full of surprises. :) basi makibot na lang ta ma tindog na da ang condo nila :)
:banana::banana:
Mig ka very romantic gid sang place. is this mambukal.... oh my gosh tahom na gali kaayo.... hopefully soon this a condo paradise of negros.....:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

ay abaw!!!! we have the same thought migs....nami gid na da patindugan mga condos someday :) grabe ka gid mag read sang mind ko ah :) hahahahah ok a :)

romantic gid migs...our friends kept on saying that the place is so inviting...if they could just extend their stay daw...:) namian gid sila :)

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 04:13 AM

amigo SUV well impressed gid ako sang ila nga facilities very classy gid.... daw ehem ka lang nga lugar......:cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::banana::banana::banana::banana:

actually migs kanami gid..:) sige lang kay when you get here we will spend one day to tour around mambukal :) for you to update yourself and for you to relax your mind from foreseeing things :) hahahahahaha

thank you for reposting my photos migs ha :) hehehehe

ngprofflorida

August 5th, 2008, 04:13 AM

exactly...they're always full of surprises. :) basi makibot na lang ta ma tindog na da ang condo nila :)
:banana::banana:

ay abaw!!!! we have the same thought migs....nami gid na da patindugan mga condos someday :) grabe ka gid mag read sang mind ko ah :) hahahahah ok a :)

romantic gid migs...our friends kept on saying that the place is so inviting...if they could just extend their stay daw...:) namian gid sila :)

Mig do you have a pictures of butterfly garden? I know this another tourist attraction.... but I tell you... my master plan na ang mambukal they will built high end condo on the top of the resort...this is a japanese nga contractor... hopefully soon.

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 04:35 AM

Mambukal Resort

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SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 04:39 AM

Mig do you have a pictures of butterfly garden? I know this another tourist attraction.... but I tell you... my master plan na ang mambukal they will built high end condo on the top of the resort...this is a japanese nga contractor... hopefully soon.

wow!!! nami gid man migs if ever :) subong pa lang gani nami na how much more pa gid kung e develop pa gid nila :)

ngprofflorida

August 5th, 2008, 05:04 AM

Mambukal Resort

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Mig daw posters ang mga pics. the best mig :lol::lol::banana::banana::banana::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers:

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 05:08 AM

Mig daw posters ang mga pics. the best mig :lol::lol::banana::banana::banana::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers:

Thank you NG...:) hehehehehe :banana::banana::cheers::cheers:

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 05:19 AM

Ruins in Talisay

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JEFFjr_25

August 5th, 2008, 05:32 AM

^^ :okay::okay::okay: :)

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 05:34 AM

^^ :okay::okay::okay: :)

:banana::banana::banana: migs the next time you come back here...makadto ta sa ruins. :) kita ni boynegros para sadya naman ta :)

jaywalker

August 5th, 2008, 07:23 AM

Resto to open mall branch

The Skoro Garden Restaurant at Libertad Extension will open its Skoro Express on Friday at the Foodcourt of SM City Bacolod, a press release from the management said.

The eatery known for its dishes like the Skoro’s Grill, Seafood Fiesta, Pochero de Cebu, and Native Chicken Binacol, at affordable prices. There will also be foods to choose from where customers may put together their own combination meals, or choose from the tasty Skoro Express value meal mixes.

Skoro Express will extend quality dining to valued clients at SM Foodcourt, and will continously live up to its tradition of providing food lovers delectable treats at a reasonable value, the press release added.*

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 07:52 AM

Japanese firm set to
repair airport cracks
BY CARLA GOMEZ

The Japanese contractor that built the New Bacolod Silay Airport in Silay City will undertake the repairs on itsdamaged terminal caused by an earthquake that struck Saturday, airport manager Antonio Alfonso said yesterday.

An intensity 6 quake caused hairline cracks in some walls and dislodged acoustic boards of the terminal ceiling.

Representatives of Takenaka Corp., the Japanese contractor that built theP5.6 billion airport, yesterday were still assessing the damageto determine the costs and had not submitted a full report yet,Alfonso said.

Alfonso assured that the airport is safe, pointing out the damage to it was minor and does not indicate that its construction was substandard.

Gov. Isidro Zayco said there was nothing to be alarmed about, because despite being hit by an intensity 6 quake, the cracks in the airport were minor.

The Manila International Airport Authority had earlier also questioned the work of Takenaka at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3.*CPG

BYAHILO

August 5th, 2008, 08:32 AM

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 09:10 AM

nakita ko na ang mp3 ko sang 2003 kag 1998 music sang masskara!!! woot!!

the trini Lopez medley...

this land is your land this land is my land... from california to the new york island! will post it soon...

thats it eric....sige sige :) amo na siya ang mga nami na music sang masskara before kay daw kasadya...ang iban ya daw pinalagpat:lol::lol:

jmok

August 5th, 2008, 09:53 AM

ilonggo music man japon ang music for masskara? or yung latin beat na?? I prefer the second one....(latin beat),,,hheheehe

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 10:10 AM

^^ your right jmok. :) nami gid ya ang latin beat :) but not ilonggo lyrics kay daw indi nami

jmok

August 5th, 2008, 10:18 AM

hheeheh..tani latin beat lang bah coz its more lively kag daw mardi gras gd ya.....Nwayz, anu ang theme for this year's masskara???

bacolodchamp

August 5th, 2008, 10:22 AM

thanks for posting this one migs :)

you know why its a little bit dark?....coz its the only structure that stands in the vicinity...it could have been more illuminated if there were structures surrounds it :) but this one is not finished yet...they still have one month before the grand opening :) basi may madugang pa na da a :):lol:

i think so too migs. pero galutaw gid ya migs ang katahum sang building.

Mig do you have a pictures of butterfly garden? I know this another tourist attraction.... but I tell you... my master plan na ang mambukal they will built high end condo on the top of the resort...this is a japanese nga contractor... hopefully soon.

wow, thats great migs.

BYAHILO

August 5th, 2008, 10:55 AM

thats it eric....sige sige :) amo na siya ang mga nami na music sang masskara before kay daw kasadya...ang iban ya daw pinalagpat:lol::lol:

ari ay naka infinite loop ang mp3 sa media player ko LOLs

ilonggo music man japon ang music for masskara? or yung latin beat na?? I prefer the second one....(latin beat),,,hheheehe

wala pa ka gwa ang music.. pero i ave this hunch nga basi ilonggo gyapon...

hheeheh..tani latin beat lang bah coz its more lively kag daw mardi gras gd ya.....Nwayz, anu ang theme for this year's masskara???

BACOLOD: City of the World

kyle@1008

August 5th, 2008, 10:57 AM

^^ that's an interesting theme, I wonder what the competitors would come up with..

BYAHILO

August 5th, 2008, 11:05 AM

nakita ko na ang concept sang Villamonte but i wont discuss it here. its too early to discuss, as some groups my get their idea. pero its cutesy. :D

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 11:48 AM

i think so too migs. pero galutaw gid ya migs ang katahum sang building.

wow, thats great migs.

as in!!! naga gwa gid ya ang beauty niya...daw after pag liko mo sa curved road makibot ka may ara gali sang matahum na building gapanago...:) hahahaha

cyclosimon_89

August 5th, 2008, 12:32 PM

bacolodchamp

August 5th, 2008, 02:03 PM

ari ay naka infinite loop ang mp3 sa media player ko LOLs

wala pa ka gwa ang music.. pero i ave this hunch nga basi ilonggo gyapon...

BACOLOD: City of the World

^^ that's an interesting theme, I wonder what the competitors would come up with..

so, do we expect rio or las vegas showgirls type presentations?:banana::banana::banana:

as in!!! naga gwa gid ya ang beauty niya...daw after pag liko mo sa curved road makibot ka may ara gali sang matahum na building gapanago...:) hahahaha

can't wait to see that myself migs...

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 02:24 PM

so, do we expect rio or las vegas showgirls type presentations?:banana::banana::banana:

can't wait to see that myself migs...

i bet....there will be a showdown of different costumes all over the world :)

bacolodchamp

August 5th, 2008, 02:28 PM

i bet....there will be a showdown of different costumes all over the world :)

its going to be a treat for all the men...hehehehe. remember lopues in their tanga costumes? well, its a bit short of how rio and vegas do it because of the tights underneath, but nonetheless, its still beautiful and sexy and a sight to behold.:nuts:

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 02:33 PM

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SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 02:35 PM

its going to be a treat for all the men...hehehehe. remember lopues in their tanga costumes? well, its a bit short of how rio and vegas do it because of the tights underneath, but nonetheless, its still beautiful and sexy and a sight to behold.:nuts:

yeah... even though theyre in tangga costumes...they still look wholesome coz they have something underneath their costumes...thats why it doesnt look malaswa.... but i still prefer a costume that are decent and colorful. :):lol::lol:

bacolodchamp

August 5th, 2008, 02:37 PM

^^love this scene migs. made even more beautiful on how you capture it :banana:

BYAHILO

August 5th, 2008, 02:38 PM

just cross your fingers....

somebody nga very very VIP might do a surprise visit sa bacolod sa masskara.

amo na nga asta subong wala pa ko kuha plane ticket ko kay basi ma upod ako sa presidential plane...

ooops.. :)

bacolodchamp

August 5th, 2008, 02:39 PM

yeah... even though theyre in tangga costumes...they still look wholesome coz they have something underneath their costumes...thats why it doesnt look malaswa.... but i still prefer a costume that are decent and colorful. :):lol::lol:

and with a filipino touch migs...to show that filipinos can also be world class. i think its what their theme for this year is all about.

so madam pgma is coming. she or one of her family members never fail to celebrate masskara with us each year.

BYAHILO

August 5th, 2008, 02:43 PM

i love the costumes and the masks today, but the music years ago...

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 02:44 PM

^^love this scene migs. made even more beautiful on how you capture it :banana:

Thank you @champ :) hehehehehe good that you liked it :) hehehehe a little editing will do the trick...

bacolodchamp

August 5th, 2008, 02:52 PM

i love the costumes and the masks today, but the music years ago...

Thank you @champ :) hehehehehe good that you liked it :) hehehehe a little editing will do the trick...

the reason why i keep on coming here migs is because of your pics and also of @jay and the rest. they spice up my day. hehehe

JuIcYdUdE22

August 5th, 2008, 02:57 PM

Thank you @champ :) hehehehehe good that you liked it :) hehehehe a little editing will do the trick...

what is that from afar the second pic? looks somebody is sitting or something.
i like second photo, the drama of water and the boat by the bank, with rushing water from afar.
the last time i stayed at mambukal, i lay back at the edge of the small wooden port, really relaxing, listening to the water splash, and feel the cool night breeze. and i end up dipping in the hot spring after an hour or so.

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 03:00 PM

the reason why i keep on coming here migs is because of your pics and also of @jay and the rest. they spice up my day. hehehe

wow!!! this is really nice :) and I'm happy about it, it makes me feel good that i made others happy with my pictures. Hope you can go back here and go with us (boynegros) in taking pictures. :)

@BYAHILO... see you this october ok?

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 03:02 PM

what is that from afar the second pic? looks somebody is sitting or something.
i like second photo, the drama of water and the boat by the bank, with rushing water from afar.
the last time i stayed at mambukal, a lay back at the edge of the small wooden port, really relaxing, listening to the water splash, and feel the cool night breeze. and i end up dipping in the hot spring after an hour or so.

now that explains your tanned skin :) hehehehehe i was checking the pic...its water rushing from a pipe...you scared me ha. :) hahahaha i thought it was something :)

BYAHILO

August 5th, 2008, 03:04 PM

the reason why i keep on coming here migs is because of your pics and also of @jay and the rest. they spice up my day. hehehe

thanks gid migs,. nakakataba ng puso. i guess theres no compliment much sweeter than thos given a kasimanwa mismo.. :)

bacolodchamp

August 5th, 2008, 03:05 PM

wow!!! this is really nice :) and I'm happy about it, it makes me feel good that i made others happy with my pictures. Hope you can go back here and go with us (boynegros) in taking pictures. :)

surely migs but first i got to learn more about photography here. its actually one of my obsessions in life. hehehe

bacolodchamp

August 5th, 2008, 03:05 PM

thanks gid migs,. nakakataba ng puso. i guess theres no compliment much sweeter than thos given a kasimanwa mismo.. :)

and of yours too migs. hehehe

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 03:07 PM

thanks gid migs,. nakakataba ng puso. i guess theres no compliment much sweeter than thos given a kasimanwa mismo.. :)

hahahaha!!! tumpak ka gid eric :)

surely migs but first i got to learn more about photography here. its actually one of my obsessions in life. hehehe

ahem...i suggest you check the archives and then search for our previous threads...there you will see how my pictures look like, daw mga pinalagpat lang gid, siguro kay gin sige sige ko daw na enhance. :) :lol::lol::lol:

thats why sige sige lang migs kay makita mo gid result... sa editing naman, akon wala ko gina patam an kay basi mag lain na ang color.

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 03:11 PM

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bacolodchamp

August 5th, 2008, 03:20 PM

hahahaha!!! tumpak ka gid eric :)

ahem...i suggest you check the archives and then search for our previous threads...there you will see how my pictures look like, daw mga pinalagpat lang gid, siguro kay gin sige sige ko daw na enhance. :) :lol::lol::lol:

everybody has to start somewhere migs. doing it constantly gets you to perfect it. in my case i need to start soon. hehehe

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 03:27 PM

everybody has to start somewhere migs. doing it constantly gets you to perfect it. in my case i need to start soon. hehehe

ok lang...we'll teach you how :) hehehehehe

please PM me your YM

BYAHILO

August 5th, 2008, 06:50 PM

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 06:56 PM

Former Granslam Champion of Masskara Streetdance Returns to compete!

http://www.byahilo.com/2008/08/06/former-masskara-festival-grandslam-champion-returns-to-compete-at-the-masskara-2008-streetdance-contest/

this will really make masskara moooooooooore awesome!!!! oooohhhhh i cant wait. :) eric, post post ka gid pictures mo ha :) hahahahahahaa!!!!!! ikaw ang pag asa namon sa pictures :)

BYAHILO

August 5th, 2008, 06:59 PM

hulat hulat lng bala kay gina isa isa ko plang mga insider info.. its too early pa.. LOL wala pa gani ya ka launch ang syudad may sked na ka masskara diri. LOL

SUV111

August 5th, 2008, 07:24 PM

hulat hulat lng bala kay gina isa isa ko plang mga insider info.. its too early pa.. LOL wala pa gani ya ka launch ang syudad may sked na ka masskara diri. LOL

hahahaha!!! basta pabal a gid ko if ever may ara na. :) eric ha, mag masskara pun on mo gid na di pics kay masaut naman mga taga bacolod. :) kita ay ta diri dayun ah :) kung pwede ka upod sa imo laday sa dalan ma upod ko:banana::banana:

jaywalker

August 5th, 2008, 08:46 PM

the reason why i keep on coming here migs is because of your pics and also of @jay and the rest. they spice up my day. hehehe

Thanks Migs!:D
Duha lang ka butang about sa mga pics diri nga imo makita ilabi na gid kon ara ka sa iban nga lugar,it's either nabulong ang homesick mo or nadugangan na gid.:lol:

jaywalker

August 5th, 2008, 08:56 PM

hulat hulat lng bala kay gina isa isa ko plang mga insider info.. its too early pa.. LOL wala pa gani ya ka launch ang syudad may sked na ka masskara diri. LOL

:lol:Una gid man diri pirmi sa mga news.
Anyway,PAL will add an extra daily flight except wednesdays starting October 1,2008.Daw para gid ni sa Masskara:cheers:

Source (http://www.philippineairlines.com/tridionroot/CorporateWebsiteParent/Images/Domestic_Timetable_05Aug2008_tcm32-5747.pdf)

jaywalker

August 5th, 2008, 09:45 PM

Pope congratulates Alminaza
BY CARLA GOMEZ

It was a day of celebration as 2,500 Roman Catholics applauded the ordination of Negrense priest Gerardo Almaniza as the new auxiliary bishop of Jaro and joyously sang happy birthday at the San Sebastian Cathedral in Bacolod City yesterday, amid fireworks from the grounds outside.

Alminaza also turned 49 yesterday.

“May the continuing power of the Holy Spirit be with you as you begin today to carry on this sacred mission,” said Archbishop Edward Joseph Adams, Papal Nuncio to the Philipines, who led the ordination rites attended by about 18 bishops, four archbishops and more than 200 priests.

“Pope Benedict XVI, our father in Rome, sends his best wishes and congratulations,” Adams said.

“Through a bishop the wisdom and understanding Chirst himself guides us in our earthly journey towards heaven,” Adams said.

“Keep watch over the whole flock which the Holy Spirit has appointed you to shepherd,” Adams told Alminaza.

Bacolod Bishop Vicente Navarra, who delivered the homily, said “We offer you (Alminaza) as our diamond gift to the Archdiocese of Jaro and the Church.”

The Diocese of Bacolod is currently celebrating its 75th jubilee as a diocese.

Archbishop Angel Lagdameo, president of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines, said “I am so happy that I now have in my graying years an auxilliary bishop who will be my partner in serving the archdiocese of Jaro.”

“He is not only the answer to the prayers of his parents who waited for him for almost eight years before he was born, he is also the answer to my prayers because I have asked the Holy Father that I be given an auxiliary in Jaro,” Lagdameo said.

Alminaza is the third auxiliary bishop of Jaro, his two predecessors having become archbishops, Lagdameo said.

Lagdameo refused to discuss concerns over the controversial Value Added Tax and the reproductive health bill that he has sharply criticized in the past, “It is not the opportune time to talk about it, this is a very pleasant time to enjoy at this moment.”

Alminaza, who has adopted the motto “Sicut Christus Vivit (As Christ Lives)”, said he is aware that the gift of being a bishop was not for him, “but to build the body of Christ wherever God sends me.”

Alminaza, an only child of Felix and Antonia Alminaza, was born on Aug 4., 1959 in Barangay San Jose, Sipalay, Negros Occidental.

His 79-year-old wheelchair bound father was at his ordination yesterday. His mother passed away in 2002.

“It is just my father and I left in our family and I will take him where I go,” Alminaza said.

Alminaza thanked his parents and all those who have been part of his life and helped him in the journey to becoming a bishop.

Had Columban priest Fr. Brian Gore failed him when he took his entrance examination to the seminary he would not be a bishop today, Alminaza said. It was then Bacolod Bishop Antonio Fortich who ordained him as a priests on April 29, 1986 and inspired him, the new bishop added.

Also present at the rites were Negros Occidental Gov. Isidro Zayco, Bacolod Rep. Monico Puentevella and Bacolod Mayor Evelio Leonardia.*CPG

ngprofflorida

August 5th, 2008, 09:49 PM

:lol:Una gid man diri pirmi sa mga news.
Anyway,PAL will add an extra daily flight except wednesdays starting October 1,2008.Daw para gid ni sa Masskara:cheers:

Source (http://www.philippineairlines.com/tridionroot/CorporateWebsiteParent/Images/Domestic_Timetable_05Aug2008_tcm32-5747.pdf)

its time gid amigo!!!!!!:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

jaywalker

August 5th, 2008, 10:28 PM

....... I'm quite surprised to see this brand of car in the streets Bacolod.

ngprofflorida

August 6th, 2008, 03:39 AM

....... I'm quite surprised to see this brand of car in the streets Bacolod.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3068/2727996515_73b50382b9.jpg?v=0

Mig matingala ka pa sa Bacolod!!!!!:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 03:55 AM

^^ Normal lang ni sa Bacolod ya ang mga amo ni nga salakyan @NG :) hahahahaha kag nag iisa lang ni sa Bacolod. Kung member lang ni siya sang SSC natingala na ni siya nakapila gid na post ang car niya di sa thread.

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 04:44 AM

its time gid amigo!!!!!!:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

its only for the masskara migs. after masskara basi balik naman an sa regular flights :) i hope they will increase the number of flights permanently.

ngprofflorida

August 6th, 2008, 04:45 AM

its only for the masskara migs. after masskara basi balik naman an sa regular flights :) i hope they will increase the number of flights permanently.

hopefully they will increase mig.......damo nada daan call center.....:banana::banana::banana::banana:

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 04:51 AM

hopefully they will increase mig.......damo nada daan call center.....:banana::banana::banana::banana:

gani migs....ga damo na sila. teh ano pa damo naman ta sini visitors
:banana::banana::banana:

kag mga foreigners. :) According sa friend ko sa CVG, after comcast may ara pa gid isa ka account ang masulod...hulat hulat lang ta :)

Sugar_Baron

August 6th, 2008, 05:16 AM

Mig matingala ka pa sa Bacolod!!!!!:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

:)....that's nice...ga panglimog man ina gas so sino nga businessman ayhan ang owner....but i wanted to see in bacolod maybe isa ka lambo...or maybe ferrari ah...

jaywalker

August 6th, 2008, 05:19 AM

Mig matingala ka pa sa Bacolod!!!!!:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

Sabagay,indi ka man maghinulsul magbakal sang sina nga model sang car kay okey man ang dalanon sa Bacolod.:D

jaywalker

August 6th, 2008, 05:24 AM

hopefully they will increase mig.......damo nada daan call center.....:banana::banana::banana::banana:

Ginbakal na sang Indian firm ang People Support.Madayon pa ayhan sila sa Bacolod?

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 05:25 AM

:)....that's nice...ga panglimog man ina gas so sino nga businessman ayhan ang owner....but i wanted to see in bacolod maybe isa ka lambo...or maybe ferrari ah...

may ara migs ferrari sa bacolod but seldom lang naga panglakaton sa dalanon kag daw indi gid brand new...porsche may ara man. kag convertible benz compressor and bmwz3 kag ang new model sina.

Nami pa gid kung may bentley man diri sa Bacolod :)

kyle@1008

August 6th, 2008, 05:42 AM

^^ danding cojuangco is known for having a huge car collection stashed in his home at pontevedra , they say he has the largest number of ferraris in the country

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 05:45 AM

^^ danding cojuangco is known for having a huge car collection stashed in his home at pontevedra , they say he has the largest number of ferraris in the country

actually i saw his white ferrari parked in front of L'fisher. :) and sometimes his Lincoln Navigator.

jaywalker

August 6th, 2008, 05:59 AM

Araneta Street

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Sugar_Baron

August 6th, 2008, 06:04 AM

well bentley tuud...daw la pa da bacolod...pero may malusot gd na ah..mas mayo pa guid Rolls-Royce Phantom coupe...si mr. yanson guro makasarang guid sina...:)

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 06:08 AM

well bentley tuud...daw la pa da bacolod...pero may malusot gd na ah..mas mayo pa guid Rolls-Royce Phantom coupe...si mr. yanson guro makasarang guid sina...:)

no doubt!!! they are the ones who can really afford to buy one. Balo ka naman sa mga Rich people sang Bacolod...naga panami nami salakyan :) kung may malusot migs, kuhaan ko gid dayun picture kag ipakita di sa thread :) hahahaha

habagatcentral1

August 6th, 2008, 06:12 AM

Tani may Freeport man ang Negros Occidental someday soon. :)

kyle@1008

August 6th, 2008, 06:29 AM

no doubt!!! they are the ones who can really afford to buy one. Balo ka naman sa mga Rich people sang Bacolod...naga panami nami salakyan :) kung may malusot migs, kuhaan ko gid dayun picture kag ipakita di sa thread :) hahahaha

stalk them, I'd like to see those pics, I actually have only one pic of a mercedes strech limousine

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 06:35 AM

Tani may Freeport man ang Negros Occidental someday soon. :)

freeport sounds good berns. :)

stalk them, I'd like to see those pics, I actually have only one pic of a mercedes strech limousine

hahahaha!!! I'm good at stalking :) don't worry, i have my camera with me all the time anyway:)

jaywalker

August 6th, 2008, 06:56 AM

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Philip Loyola photos

Papal Nuncio Edward Joseph Adams presenting the Book of Gospels to the newly ordained bishop, Gerardo Alminaza (kneeling)*

Fly2Bacolod

August 6th, 2008, 07:32 AM

Fly2Bacolod

August 6th, 2008, 07:41 AM

An information from Kuntel Construction...

My dad works with Kuntel. Yesterday, me and my dad asked the engineers of Kuntel about their projects in Bacolod. They told us about their projects in Bacolod....

Kuntel have started the construction of a 2-storey building beside One Sanparq(Convergys)...
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Kuntel is also constructing the Triangle Island Plaza @ Shopping area, it will house Houston Home Depot and retail shops. (Target Date of Completion: November 2008)...
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This 12-storey building will be built at the back portion of San Antonio Park Square. This project has not been awarded to Kuntel yet, but Kuntel is expecting that they will be the contractor of this project. This project will start next year...
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Other Kuntel Projects:
Negros Grace Pharmacy Warehouse @ Bata and a project @ 6th Street.

neomind

August 6th, 2008, 07:42 AM

Riverside Medical Center

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neomind

August 6th, 2008, 08:29 AM

neomind

August 6th, 2008, 08:39 AM

actually i saw his white ferrari parked in front of L'fisher. :) and sometimes his Lincoln Navigator.

Really? my Ferrari d migs? sometimes I saw a Brown 2 door Porsche parked infront of L'Fisher, I dont know kng kay snu na. :):)

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 08:56 AM

^^
Hotel Pagcor is the new name of Casino Fiipino Hotel???:nuts:

yes, they changed the name of the hotel :)

An information from Kuntel Construction...

My dad works with Kuntel. Yesterday, me and my dad asked the engineers of Kuntel about their projects in Bacolod. They told us about their projects in Bacolod....

Kuntel have started the construction of a 2-storey building beside One Sanparq(Convergys)...
http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii174/wowphp/starbucksbacolod-1.jpg

Kuntel is also constructing the Triangle Island Plaza @ Shopping area, it will house Houston Home Depot and retail shops. (Target Date of Completion: November 2008)...
http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii174/wowphp/2470072791_ba47afa56b.jpg

This 12-storey building will be built at the back portion of San Antonio Park Square. This project has not been awarded to Kuntel yet, but Kuntel is expecting that they will be the contractor of this project. This project will start next year...
http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii174/wowphp/sanparq_bacolod-1.jpg

Other Kuntel Projects:
Negros Grace Pharmacy Warehouse @ Bata and a project @ 6th Street.

now we have an insider from kuntel...hahahaha!!! thanks @fly2bacolod...you rock!!!:banana::banana::banana: :)

Riverside Medical Center

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Really? my Ferrari d migs? sometimes I saw a Brown 2 door Porsche parked infront of L'Fisher, I dont know kng kay snu na. :):)

migo...grabe ka gid ya...teh when na photo session ta man? sige na ah...PM me lang or text gali

ngprofflorida

August 6th, 2008, 11:49 AM

hay ang Riverside naga tahom na gid, in preparation of medical tourism, sige Riverside was x2 gid renovation.....

ngprofflorida

August 6th, 2008, 11:55 AM

Other Kuntel Projects:
Negros Grace Pharmacy Warehouse @ Bata and a project @ 6th Street.[/QUOTE]

Can you tell us my friend was in 6th street? what kind of project?

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 12:05 PM

hay ang Riverside naga tahom na gid, in preparation of medical tourism, sige Riverside was x2 gid renovation.....

Other Kuntel Projects:
Negros Grace Pharmacy Warehouse @ Bata and a project @ 6th Street.

Can you tell us my friend was in 6th street? what kind of project?[/QUOTE]

yes migs...grabe gid ang pag renovate nila :) but I'm quite intrigued about the project @ 6th st. is this the VSB mall? VSB mall now looks different na gid ya :) daw pang call center ang tsura :) hahahaha

habagatcentral1

August 6th, 2008, 12:11 PM

Where is Kimhan?

jmok

August 6th, 2008, 12:14 PM

good pm,,,,,

lone star global it solution ,a call center will be opened here in bacolod city......

basa ko sa businessworld.com...

good news for us,,damu na di call center sa bacolod,,,cheers for that...

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 12:20 PM

Where is Kimhan?

hehehehe missed him berns? daw wala siya subong ka butwa haw?

good pm,,,,,

lone star global it solution ,a call center will be opened here in bacolod city......

basa ko sa businessworld.com...

good news for us,,damu na di call center sa bacolod,,,cheers for that...

good news indeed!!!! wow

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 12:21 PM

One more outsourcing firm sets up shop in Bacolod City
08/06/2008 | 03:58 AM

BACOLOD CITY, Philippines — A US-based company is set to open a small-scale call center here this year, joining three more outsourcing companies that have come here to take advantage of the city’s skilled work force.

Lone Star Global IT Solutions, owned by John Burdick of Houston, Texas, will provide outbound telemarketing services to clients in the United States, said Councilor Jocelle Batapa-Sigue, who heads the Bacolod Negros Federation for Information and Communications Technology, Inc.

The call center will be located at the East IT Center, an information technology economic zone accredited by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority.

Lone Star will also undertake data entry and encoding, design and implementation, and operation of office business process such as outsourced customer support services.

These include sales and marketing support, customer care, technical support, data management services and customer relations management.

Ms. Batapa-Sigue said the firm’s recruitment officer is looking for agents with at least six months of experience in the call center industry.

She said the business process outsourcing (BPO) industry in Bacolod continues to grow as Lone Star Global IT Solutions comes to the city along with other IT enterprises.

"As foreign players venture into Bacolod, local leaders should seriously undertake more human resource programs to sustain the gains of the IT and BPO industry," she said.

She noted that while Bacolod has promoted itself as one of the next wave of cities identified by the Business Process Association of the Philippines, the responsibility does not end there.

"The task becomes more difficult because we have to come up with more programs in response to industry demands, especially manpower," she pointed out.

At present, the city hosts three major call centers — Teleperformance, TeleTech and Convergys.

It has five special economic zones proclaimed as ICT parks and buildings, and these sites are now the workplaces of almost 4,000 employees.

These include Luxur Plaza IT Centre, the site of Teleperformance at the old Bacolod Convention Plaza Hotel; East Block IT Centre and Bacolod IT Park, both declared as IT parks.

The East Block is being occupied by First International Document Masters, Inc. and Intervoice Technologies, Inc., an insourcing company.

Others are the Robinsons Cybergate Center occupied by Teletech, and Monfort IT Centre occupied by Focus Pacific Communications.

Convergys is occupying One SanParq, the first and only built-to-suit Philippine Economic Zone Authority-registered information technology center in Western Visayas. — Nanette Guadalquiver, BusinessWorld

robusta

August 6th, 2008, 12:41 PM

Mig matingala ka pa sa Bacolod!!!!!:banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

This car (Chrysler300) is owned by Alana Montilibano. Ex-girlfriend of Judge Primero. former Negros Slasher.

The red Porche Cerera is owned by the son of Ely Chua owner of Whale Shipping corp.

Hummer H3 only a few have this in the Philippines is owned by Congressman Jeffery Ferrer.

Ferrari's by the Conjuangco's and a lot more. Ta ga BACOLOD pa?!!!:master:

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 12:47 PM

This car is owned by Alana Montilibano. Ex-girlfriend of Judge Primero. former Negros Slasher.

The red Porche Cerera is owned by the son of Ely Chua owner of Whale Shipping corp.

Hummer H3 only a few have this in the Philippines is owned by Congressman Jeffery Ferrer.

Ferrari's by the Conjuangco's and a lot more. Ta ga BACOLOD pa?!!!:master:

baw mayo gid na info...kay alana gali na?...ang hummer 3 di kbilog di sa aton, black, ahite and grey. :)

robusta

August 6th, 2008, 12:53 PM

baw mayo gid na info...kay alana gali na?...ang hummer 3 di kbilog di sa aton, black, ahite and grey. :)

H2 lg na di ang ga lagaw. ANg kay Cong. Ferrer H3 na ya.

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 12:53 PM

H2 lg na di ang ga lagaw. ANg kay Cong. Ferrer H3 na ya.

oh ok. :) mas astig pa gid ya gali iya :) wow ha. :) hehehhe:banana::banana::banana:

cyclosimon_89

August 6th, 2008, 02:03 PM

^^
Hotel Pagcor is the new name of Casino Fiipino Hotel???:nuts:

ou migs Pagcor hotel na na sbng! my friend's father is working in the casino and he said na ma saylo cla knu sa L':) fisher nayon..

jaywalker

August 6th, 2008, 02:44 PM

SENIOR WORLD SERIES
DLNHS girls win against EMEA
BY NIDA BUENAFE

Asia Pacific Senior softball girls champion from Domingo Lacson National High School in Bacolod City registered their first victory in the 2008 World Series Championship in Delaware, USA yesterday with a 3-1 win against the Europe Middle East Africa team represented by KMC American Little from Ramstein AFB, Germany.

The win boosted the spirits of the Bacolod girls who bowed to Indiana District 11, 10-1, in their first game Sunday, played several hours after the team arrived in Lower Sussex, Delaware.

After a scoreless first and second innings, the DLNHS girls scored two runs in the fourth inning and another one in the fifth while EMEA failed to add another point to its credit after its lone run in bottom-four.

It was a hard-earned victory for the girls from Bacolod City who valiantly fought a losing battle against Indiana in Day 1 with pitcher Julie Marie Muyco scoring the run in the sixth inning.

Described in the Word Series website as “a real pitchers battle”, the game featured an impressive performance from both teams with the Asia Pacific champions striking out 5 of 6 batters of the Indiana.

However, the Asians were kept off the bases by the Indiana infield as Tara Hicks scored two home runs and walks in a run in the fourth.

A seven-run for the Indiana squad in the bottom of the sixth inning sealed the victory for the American team.*NAB

jaywalker

August 6th, 2008, 02:55 PM

Riverside Medical Center

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Tani they will cover the other building with the same glass color on the left para much nicer na gid.Para indi bangi-an.

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Caught in action gid ba.
Daw kinahanglan na sang asphalt overlay ang dalan sa shopping kay mas neat tulukon.
Thanks for these fantastic pics Migs Neo!:cheers:

jaywalker

August 6th, 2008, 03:01 PM

ou migs Pagcor hotel na na sbng! my friend's father is working in the casino and he said na ma saylo cla knu sa L':) fisher nayon..

Migs,kabalo ka sang specific nga location.Thanks!:)

kyle@1008

August 6th, 2008, 03:17 PM

H2 lg na di ang ga lagaw. ANg kay Cong. Ferrer H3 na ya.

mmm, the cinderella man bought a hummer, he's damn lucky he married benedicto's daughter...

jaywalker

August 6th, 2008, 03:18 PM

NSCA grad tops agriculturist exam

A graduate of the Negros State College of Agriculture in Kabankalan City, Clark Noquera Melendres, 21, landed second in the licensure examination for agriculturists held in July, a press release said.

His score was 85.33 percent with topnotcher, an examinee from the University of the Philippines at Los Baños, scoring 85.67.

Dr. Freddie Maningo, NSCA president, said the college faculty, students, personnel and the community are happy and proud over Melendres’ performance, adding that the feat follows the Best in Governance in the Public Sector Award presented by President Arroyo to NSCA during the recent regional competition spearheaded by the Regional Development Council.

“His performance has given us great pride,” Maningo said.

NSCA Agriculture Dean Milagros Antonio said six other NSCA graduates – Jenny Babe Gigato and Melissa Gierza, both Agribusiness majors; Ramie Baylosis and ******* Gepolani (Crops Science) and Francis Canal and Randy Tayhon (Animal Science) – also passed the 2008 agriculturists’ exam.

Melendres, who is from Ayungon, Valladolid, completed his elementary education in his barangay and high school at Ramon Torres National High School-Sagasa.

He is the fourth of the seven children of Casiano and Elma Melendres.

He is presently training under PhilRice at Midsayap in Cotabato.*

jaywalker

August 6th, 2008, 03:25 PM

Wednesday, August 06, 2008
Cadiz City PNP receives 2 regional awards

AFTER receiving a national award last week for being chosen as the 'Best Junior Police Community Relations (PCR) Officer of the Year' at Camp Crame, Cadiz City Police Chief Jefferson Descallar was also given a plaque of merit by the Regional Director Isagani Cuevas during the culminating ceremony of the 13th PCR Month celebration of the Police Regional Office.

The PCR Section of the Cadiz City PNP is also the 'Best PCR Section of the Year' in the city police station category. The award was received by PO2 Generoso Melen, Cadiz City PCR police non-commissioned officer.

The Cadiz City PNP had been a recipient of a number of local and national awards since Descallar assumed the post as CoP in 2006, including leading the unit to its best among police stations in the province for placing number in the Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office unit performance evaluation for the 1st and 2nd quarters and number two for the 3rd and 4th quarters last year.

He is also instrumental in making the unit the best in the field of PCR in Negros Occidental and in Western Visayas which brought the unit to the limelight as the 'Best in PCR' nationwide (city police stations category) for 2007 and the 'Most Citizen-Friendly Police Station in Western Visayas' (highly urbanized/component city category), 'Best Urban Women and Children Protection Center' (regionwide) which again led the station to the fame of being the 'Best WCPD' (urban category, nationwide), also for last year.

Some of the highlighted features of the station which contributed much to the attainment of the overall mission and objectives of the Philippine National Police are projects like 'Oplan: Gamit Paaralan,' 'Kahoy Para sa Eskwela,' 'Alkansya sa Eskwela,' play with the elderly program for the senior citizens, 'Tinig ng Kilos' program for the hearing-impaired and 'Ang Pulis at ang may Kapansanan' livelihood program for persons with disabilities.

Other awardees from Negros Occidental are Supt. Violeta Noblezada for 'Senior PCR Officer of the Year' and PO2 Joni Mary More for 'Junior PCR Police Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year'.

cyclosimon_89

August 6th, 2008, 04:00 PM

Migs,kabalo ka sang specific nga location.Thanks!:)

la pa migs..cge lng ky e ask ko ang friend ko 2mrw..:)

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 04:03 PM

ou migs Pagcor hotel na na sbng! my friend's father is working in the casino and he said na ma saylo cla knu sa L':) fisher nayon..

this true...the Manager of casino confirmed this one kay due na ila na lease of contract.

jaywalker

August 6th, 2008, 04:09 PM

PIA Press Release
2008/08/06

Bacolod's new government center attractive to investors, say execs
Bacolod City (6 August) -- Prior to its grand opening soon, Bacolod City's New Government Center (NGC) is already serving its purpose hosting several engagements and meetings.

Recently, the City Development Council (CDC) held its official meeting for the first time at the New Government Center (NGC).

The meeting was presided by City Mayor Evelio Leonardia which discussed updates on the Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2001 to 2010, New Tax Ordinance and the Community-based Monitoring System (CBMS).

Projects for realignment and other priority projects were also taken up. The proposed Annual Investment Plan for 2009 was brought up, among other topics.

Eugene Salvacion, President of the Association of Disabled Persons (ADP)– Bacolod and a member of the CDC for Non-Government Organizations, said that the New Government Center is a blessing realized after many years. It is a landmark for every Bacoleño to be proud of", he said.

Lowell Raner, President of the ADP Incorporated, said that the NGC is accessible to disabled persons.

Brgy. 40 Punong Barangay Hermilo Lizares who attended the meeting said that the NGC is very presentable for the investors.

Jet Li, President of the Philippine Chinese Chamber of Commerce Incorporated said that the NGC is a beautiful edifice 'inside and outside'. "All Bacolodnons should be proud of the NGC," Li added. (CMO/PIA/EAD)

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 04:13 PM

mmm, the cinderella man bought a hummer, he's damn lucky he married benedicto's daughter...

hahahaha!!! :lol::lol::lol::gossip::gossip::gossip:

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 04:28 PM

Hervias Heritage Square

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Sugar_Baron

August 6th, 2008, 04:30 PM

Sugar_Baron

August 6th, 2008, 04:33 PM

mmm, the cinderella man bought a hummer, he's damn lucky he married benedicto's daughter...

are these the benedictos who conspired with the marcos' regime in destroying the Sugar Industry?? :lol:

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 04:33 PM

^^its beside west negros university migs :)

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 04:49 PM

are these the benedictos who conspired with the marcos' regime in destroying the Sugar Industry?? :lol:

hahahahaha!!!! alright!! now everythings coming out from the nutshell :):lol::lol::lol:

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 04:49 PM

Calea, East Block

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Sugar_Baron

August 6th, 2008, 04:55 PM

are these the benedictos who conspired with the marcos' regime in destroying the Sugar Industry?? :lol:

man these people really made a lot of money...and until now one way or the other they are still in power...Negrenses in general seems to have forgotten....:ohno:

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 05:01 PM

AmbutLang

August 6th, 2008, 05:10 PM

Who wants to buy the Hummer Cars factory, a company of Chryslers Corp? It's for sale.
Para maraming mag road trips sa Negros. :)

habagatcentral1

August 6th, 2008, 05:15 PM

man these people really made a lot of money...and until now one way or the other they are still in power...Negrenses in general seems to have forgotten....:ohno:

^^ you said it right...they made a lot of money and thats basically the reason why they are still in POWER :)

Were the Benedictos one of the reasons to blame for the sugar crisis that crippled Bacolod and Negros Occidental during the 1980's?

JuIcYdUdE22

August 6th, 2008, 05:18 PM

The East Block

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aha, east block, i like the place, cozy cool, however, when i brought my family to a dinner in pala2x, i was shocked, very few options. we ended up having sinigang and grilled snapper.

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 05:19 PM

The East Block

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JuIcYdUdE22

August 6th, 2008, 05:23 PM

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 05:25 PM

Were the Benedictos one of the reasons to blame for the sugar crisis that crippled Bacolod and Negros Occidental during the 1980's?

hehehehe!!! i dont know berns...actually its just now that i knew about the benedicto's being part of the sugar downfall...all i thought it was about the soaring prices of sugar in the early 80's that Brought Negros' sugar industry to collapse. hehehehe

aha, east block, i like the place, cozy cool, however, when i brought my family to a dinner in pala2x, i was shocked, very few options. we ended up having sinigang and grilled snapper.

whats wrong with SSC? mas nauna mo pa e quote ang post ko than my post. hehehehe but anyway, Mas nami ang original pala pala....but the problem is the place...

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 05:30 PM

hey guys, theres a new service from bacolod spa, choco body scrub and coffee body scrub. i tried the coffee, REEEAALLLYYYY nice. its nice also coz the price is for 650 i think. hehehe i smell like a brewed tasty coffee, and after the session, i go to kuppa, hahaha what a treat from my bro(just the kuppa coffee)

wow!!! thats cool!! i hope they will have caramel and whip cream soon :) hahahahaha!!! why you smell like coffee? you didnt take a shower after? hahahaha!!! yikes. :) :banana::banana::banana:

JuIcYdUdE22

August 6th, 2008, 05:41 PM

hehehehe!!! i dont know berns...actually its just now that i knew about the benedicto's being part of the sugar downfall...all i thought it was about the soaring prices of sugar in the early 80's that Brought Negros' sugar industry to collapse. hehehehe

whats wrong with SSC? mas nauna mo pa e quote ang post ko than my post. hehehehe but anyway, Mas nami ang original pala pala....but the problem is the place...

kaso nasunog and orig, thats why we opt for the east block.

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 05:41 PM

kaso nasunog and orig, thats why we opt for the east block.

no, the original pala pala near the market...a lot of people are still going there...but i am still not comfortable with the place...we almost brought our visitors there but were scared they might not like it so we decided to eat @ Imay's instead :)

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 05:44 PM

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elijahboi

August 6th, 2008, 05:49 PM

City of Bacolod
Dakbanwa sang Bacolod
Lungsod ng Bacolod

Region Western Visayas (Region VI)
Province Negros Occidental
Districts Lone District of Bacolod City
Barangays 61
Incorporated (town) 1770
Incorporated (city) June 18, 1938
Government
- Mayor Evelio Ramos Leonardia (NPC) (2007-2010)
- Vice Mayor Jude Thaddeus Sayson (2007-2010)
Area
- Total 161.45 km² (62.3 sq mi)
Elevation 21.7 m (71 ft)
Population (August 2007)
- Total 499,497
- Density 2,657.6/km² (6,883.2/sq mi)
Time zone PST (UTC+8)
ZIP code 6100
Area code(s) 34
Website: www.bacolodcity.gov.ph

Bacolod City is the capital and largest highly urbanized mid-size Philippine city of the province of Negros Occidental. Having a total of 499,497 inhabitants as of August 1, 2007, it is the most populous city in the Western Visayas Region.[2] It is notable for its MassKara Festival held during October. Known for being a relatively friendly city, it bears the nickname "City of Smiles." Bacolod City recently topped a survey by MoneySense Magazine as the "Best Place to Live in the Philippines".

Economy

Business Process Outsourcing

Bacolod City is the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) hub of the Western Visayas Region of the Philippines. Among the notable BPO companies operating in the city are Convergys, Teleperformance and TeleTech.

Language centers for Koreans

Language centers catering to Koreans are a popular business venture in the city. These centers give instruction in the English language and other related subjects. Universities and colleges in the city also offer English language instruction for this same large group of foreign students who currently reside in the city.

Competitiveness

According to the "Philippine Cities Competitiveness Ranking Project 2005" of Asian Institute of Management (AIM), Bacolod tops the list as Number One in terms of infrastructure, ahead of such other mid-size cities like Iligan City, Calamba City, Cagayan de Oro City and General Santos City. Bacolod also tops the list as Number One in terms of quality of life, ahead of such other mid-size cities like San Fernando City, Baguio City, Iloilo City and Lipa City. AIM also recognizes Bacolod as one of the Top Five most competitive mid-size cities together with Batangas City, Iligan City, Iloilo City and San Fernando City.

Infrastructure
Bacolod-Silay International Airport

The Bacolod-Silay City International Airport has one primary runway 45 meters (150 ft) wide and 2,000 meters (6,600 ft) long, just a bit longer than its predecessor, the Bacolod City Domestic Airport. The runway runs in a direction of 03°/21°, and can currently handle aircraft as large as the Airbus A330. Provisions for an 500-meter (1,600 ft) expansion of the present runway in order to accommodate even larger aircraft like the Boeing 747 and the Airbus A340 are in place.

Panaad Stadium

The Panaad Stadium is a multi-use stadium in the city. It is currently used mostly for football matches, and was used for the 2005 South East Asian Games. It was the venue of the pre-qualifiers of the 2007 ASEAN Football Championship or ASEAN Cup, in which the Philippines, Cambodia, Timor Leste, Brunei and Laos participated. The stadium has a seating capacity of 15,500, but holds around 20,000 people with standing areas. It is unofficially designated as the home stadium of the Philippines national football team. Aside from the football field, it also has a rubberized track oval, an Olympic-size swimming pool and other sports facilities. Its unique feature is the replica of the landmarks of the 13 cities and municipalities of Negros Occidental.

Sports
Football

Bacolod City is the Football City of the Philippines. In 2005, the city co-hosted the 23rd Southeast Asian Games. The city also hosted the qualifying tournament for the 2007 ASEAN Football Championship.

Basketball

Bacolod City hosted the 2008 PBA All-Star Weekend. The city is also a regular venue for the Philippine Basketball Association out-of-town games.

Golf

Bacolod City has two major golf courses. These are the Bacolod Golf and Country Club and the Negros Occidental Golf and Country Club. The city hosted the 61st Philippine Airlines Inter-club Golf Tournament and the 2008 Philippine Amateur Golf Championship.

Sister cities

Long Beach, California, USA
Keelung, Taiwan
Tagaytay City, Philippines

Reference:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bacolod_City

Sugar_Baron

August 6th, 2008, 06:12 PM

Were the Benedictos one of the reasons to blame for the sugar crisis that crippled Bacolod and Negros Occidental during the 1980's?

well...i don't know if you guys know RSB...the crony of the Marcos regime in Negros...they pretty much manipulated the sugar prices in the late 70's up to the 80;s....that basically led to the downfall of the once mighty sugar industry in Buglas..the sugar planters hate them so much during that time..and until now i guess...Imelda was really pissed-off with the arrogance of the Hacienderos....:lol:

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 06:16 PM

well...i don't know if you guys know RSB...the crony of the Marcos regime in Negros...they pretty much manipulated the sugar prices in the late 70's up to the 80;s....that basically led to the downfall of the once mighty sugar industry in Buglas..the sugar planters hate them so much during that time..and until now i guess...Imelda was really pissed-off with the arrogance of the Hacienderos....:lol:

@Baron, thanks for giving us this info...most of us doesnt really know about this. I guess we need to dig deeper into the History of Negros' downfall.

habagatcentral1

August 6th, 2008, 06:23 PM

well...i don't know if you guys know RSB...the crony of the Marcos regime in Negros...they pretty much manipulated the sugar prices in the late 70's up to the 80;s....that basically led to the downfall of the once mighty sugar industry in Buglas..the sugar planters hate them so much during that time..and until now i guess...Imelda was really pissed-off with the arrogance of the Hacienderos....:lol:

Hmmm, I see. Was this part of the Marcos' way to neutralize the powerful Sugar Bloc? If I'm not mistaken, Marcos hated Lopezes and the rest of the powerful bloc that is handling much of the economy of the country.

Sugar_Baron

August 6th, 2008, 06:25 PM

Hmmm, I see. Was this part of the Marcos' way to neutralize the powerful Sugar Bloc? If I'm not mistaken, Marcos hated Lopezes and the rest of the powerful bloc that is handling much of the economy of the country.

absolutely....the power of the Sugar Bloc during that time was legendary...there were also conspiracy theories before that the Don Juan sinking was hatched by Imelda herself...:ohno: she was really annoyed when she visited the island when she noticed that the sugar planter would not stoop down to her level....:lol:

habagatcentral1

August 6th, 2008, 06:27 PM

@Baron, thanks for giving us this info...most of us doesnt really know about this. I guess we need to dig deeper into the History of Negros' downfall.

SUV, the downfall of one civilization is one of the parts of history that we should learn. Because of these downfalls, we may know the mistakes and therefore take-off.

Its very interesting to read the accounts of the downfalls of Iloilo in the 1950s and of Negros in 1980s. They are really an eye-opener to socio-economic situations of the oast.

Of course, as what Ambeth Ocampo said, let us not be prisoners of history. Therefore, we learn from the stumbling and rise up once more. It gives a humbling experience to us all that we've experienced the highs and the lows of society and economy. :)

habagatcentral1

August 6th, 2008, 06:33 PM

SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 06:39 PM

absolutely....the power of the Sugar Bloc during that time was legendary...there were also conspiracy theories before that the Don Juan sinking was hatched by Imelda herself...:ohno: she was really annoyed when she visited the island when she noticed that the sugar planter would not stoop down to her level....:lol:

SUV, the downfall of one civilization is one of the parts of history that we should learn. Because of these downfalls, we may know the mistakes and therefore take-off.

Its very interesting to read the accounts of the downfalls of Iloilo in the 1950s and of Negros in 1980s. They are really an eye-opener to socio-economic situations of the oast.

Of course, as what Ambeth Ocampo said, let us not be prisoners of history. Therefore, we learn from the stumbling and rise up once more. It gives a humbling experience to us all that we've experienced the highs and the lows of society and economy. :)

now this is what i love to read... come on guys...keep it coming. :) This is definitely interesting!!! better than any articles in the news paper. how i wish jeffjr is also here...he can also share some inputs.

elijahboi

August 6th, 2008, 06:40 PM

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Kuppa
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SUV111

August 6th, 2008, 07:41 PM

now back to the main thread

elijahboi

August 6th, 2008, 07:54 PM

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jaywalker

August 6th, 2008, 08:58 PM

Thursday, August 07, 2008
P67M supplemental budget okayed
By Erwin Ambo S. Delilan

THE Provincial Board (PB) of Negros Occidental approved Wednesday the more than P67-million supplemental budget submitted by Governor Isidro Zayco for various programs, projects and expenses.

Stipulated under Supplemental Budget 4 and 7, the funding will be taken from the Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) differential and retained earnings of the province as of December 31, 2007.

Approved under Supplemental Budget 4 was P1,649,250 while Supplemental Budget 7 has P66,474,238.66.

To be financed under Supplemental Budget 4 are the monetization of Capitol employees' leave credits - P1 million, water supply and CRs (comfort rooms) partial repair - P51,650, electricity expenses at L. Zayco Hospital in Kabankalan City - P520,000 and payment of prior years account such as for Pax Security from December 2006 to February 2007 - P77,600.

Programs, projects and expenses under Supplemental Budget 7 include the following:

* 20 percent Provincial Development Fund (PDF) - P7,547,927.95;
* 5 percent calamity fund - P4,015,00;
* Re-appropriation of programs and projects - P8,850,719.75;
* Various priority projects - P10,786,590.96;
* Capital outlay - P5.5 million;
* Grants and donations - P5.5;
* Donation for Sagay City Hospital - P5 million;
* Repair and maintenance of roads, highways and bridges - P1.5 million;
* Repair and maintenance of motor vehicle at the Governor's Office - P300,000;
* Gasoline for various offices - P5 million;
* Repair and maintenance of vehicle at Administrator's office - P100,000;
* Repair and maintenance of heavy equipment - P500,000;
* Repair and maintenance of vehicle at Accounting Office - P70,000;
* Consultancy - P80,000;
* Clean and green program - P20,000;
* General services for park improvement - P44,000;
* Livestock breeding and dairy farm - P60,000;
* Refund of lots (Pana-ad, Minoyan and Paglaum) - P400,000;
* Payment of loans to Land Bank of the Philippines - P8.4 million;
* Repair and maintenance of facilities at Capitol - P500,000;
* Improvement and repair of the Provincial Administration Center (Pac) and Provincial Environmental Management Office (Pemo) building - P1.3 million; and
* Additional monetization of leave credits of Capitol employees - P1 million.

jaywalker

August 6th, 2008, 09:04 PM

Thursday, August 07, 2008
Himamaylan runners undergo high altitude training

MEMBERS of the Himamaylan City marathon team who have booked berths in this year's National Milo Marathon Finals slated November 30 in Manila are undergoing intensive high altitude training in Barangay San Atonio, Himamaylan City, in preparation for the national Milo event.

"We do road run here in Bacolod regularly usually after classes but there's no substitute for training in the up-and-down terrain of Barangay San Antonio since it helps us build our resistance," said Iloilo Milo Marathon leg champion Anthony Babiera, a member of the West Negros University varsity athletics team.

Babiera said this is why Bacolod leg champion Eric Panique, fourth placer in last year's national finals, still has the edge compared to the other leg winners from Himamaylan City because he trains regularly in the hilly terrain of Barangay San Antonio.

"If he continues to train in San Antonio until November while we remain here in Bacolod I think there's no way we can beat him in the national finals," Babiera told Sun.Star Bacolod in an interview Wednesday.

Julius Sermona, the Himamaylan City native who won the national Milo Marathon crown in 2006, once said he foresees Panique "will one day win the national Milo title due to his talent, discipline and dedication."

Sermona, a Philippine Air Force enlisted man, skipped this year's National Milo Marathon eliminations in favor of campaigning for the country in the Asian Athletics Grand Prix international competitions as the RP team's bet in 5,000 and 10,000 meters.

Himamaylan runners have secured seven slots to this year's Milo Marathon national finals. Aside from Panique and Babiera, the others are Bacolod leg 21K second placer Rowel Hulleza, Iloilo leg second placer Raden Vergara, Roxas City leg third placer Romel Hulleza, as well as female runners Allyn Grace Salas, who finished second in Bacolod and former Iloilo leg winner Irene Apuhin, who finished third in Iloilo this year.

The Himamaylan marathon squad is mentored by Hernani Bolivar with 1982 National Milo Marathon titlist Rodolfo Rizalde as trainer.

"We are proud of our runners and we are committed to support them as a translation of our avowed commitment to youth development through sports," Himamaylan City Mayor Carminia Bascon told Sun.Star Bacolod in an earlier interview. (HCV)

bacolodchamp

August 7th, 2008, 02:25 AM

are these the benedictos who conspired with the marcos' regime in destroying the Sugar Industry?? :lol:

hahahahaha!!!! alright!! now everythings coming out from the nutshell :):lol::lol::lol:

man these people really made a lot of money...and until now one way or the other they are still in power...Negrenses in general seems to have forgotten....:ohno:

Were the Benedictos one of the reasons to blame for the sugar crisis that crippled Bacolod and Negros Occidental during the 1980's?

other say yes while there are some who say no ,depending on which side of the fence you are in. there were those who benefitted and there were others who felt they were robbed. i know of one family who really made a fortune while under rsb's fold. "weather-weather" lang. but give it to the man. he made it to the top echelon of the marcos dynasty armed with sheer talent and guts and a lot of luck. but he died a "poor" , lonely man in a latin american country away from his family. that's the price he had to pay. let bygones be by gones.:)

wow, we are flooded with beautiful pics again. its like i'm having a tour around the city. many thanks @elijahboi...:banana::banana::banana:

SUV111

August 7th, 2008, 04:18 AM

other say yes while there are some who say no ,depending on which side of the fence you are in. there were those who benefitted and there were others who felt they were robbed. i know of one family who really made a fortune while under rsb's fold. "weather-weather" lang. but give it to the man. he made it to the top echelon of the marcos dynasty armed with sheer talent and guts and a lot of luck. but he died a "poor" , lonely man in a latin american country away from his family. that's the price he had to pay. let bygones be by gones.:)

wow, we are flooded with beautiful pics again. its like i'm having a tour around the city. many thanks @elijahboi...:banana::banana::banana:

Yeah....actually, its a tsunami of pics. too bad for those using a dial up.

ngprofflorida

August 7th, 2008, 04:36 AM

Thank you for the wonderful picrtures damo nadi photographer haw.......... sige bira....:banana::banana::banana::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

Fly2Bacolod

August 7th, 2008, 04:55 AM

now we have an insider from kuntel...hahahaha!!! thanks @fly2bacolod...you rock!!!:banana::banana::banana: :)
^^
Thank you SUV111... I will forward another information from Kuntel from time to time.:)

SUV111

August 7th, 2008, 05:04 AM

yup!!! thanks...

SUV111

August 7th, 2008, 05:06 AM

@ elijahboi, please reduce your pics to smaller sizes if you really want to flood this thread with pics para makita mayo sang ga view. tam an kadako sang imo pics budlay lantawon

SUV111

August 7th, 2008, 05:48 AM

:ohno: Not again!! hays pwede ni ma settle sa pm lang?

Its settled. thanks to XP. :)

habagatcentral1

August 7th, 2008, 05:55 AM

well..that's true with the way business and politics go in the philippines...but unfortunately it caused the sugar industry's downfall in general...well him dying so away in his country maybe karma..but anywayz..it may have been a blessing in disguise..it made Negros more dynamic...instead of just focusing in sugar by itself...yep...with the imminent opening of more ethanol plants in the province hopefully it would spur more development not only for Bacolod but also for the outlying cities and towns...:)

I remember Carlos Locsin's quote:

"The greatest thing in Negros' economy is the downfall of sugar industry."

This might sound pessimistic but I see this as a positive light towards diversification and veering away from monocrop agriculture dependency...which is good for the economy. :)

Its settled. thanks to XP.
Yup. Thanks to the mods. Anyway, guys please read the PMs i sent. Thanks. :)

Sugar_Baron

August 7th, 2008, 05:56 AM

[QUOTE=bacolodchamp;23676124]other say yes while there are some who say no ,depending on which side of the fence you are in. there were those who benefitted and there were others who felt they were robbed. i know of one family who really made a fortune while under rsb's fold. "weather-weather" lang. but give it to the man. he made it to the top echelon of the marcos dynasty armed with sheer talent and guts and a lot of luck. but he died a "poor" , lonely man in a latin american country away from his family. that's the price he had to pay. let bygones be by gones.:)

well..that's true with the way business and politics go in the philippines...but unfortunately it caused the sugar industry's downfall in general...well him dying so away in his country maybe karma..but anywayz..it may have been a blessing in disguise..it made Negros more dynamic...instead of just focusing in sugar by itself...yep...with the imminent opening of more ethanol plants in the province hopefully it would spur more development not only for Bacolod but also for the outlying cities and towns...:)

Sugar_Baron

August 7th, 2008, 05:58 AM

I remember Carlos Locsin's quote:

"The greatest thing in Negros' economy is the downfall of sugar industry."

This might sound pessimistic but I see this as a positive light towards diversification and veering away from monocrop agriculture dependency...which is good for the economy. :)

well that's absolutely true...kag medyo naibanan hangin ang mga taga-bacolod...pero daw gabalik naman subong gawa ah....i guess its second nature to us bacolodnons....:lol:

habagatcentral1

August 7th, 2008, 06:03 AM

well that's absolutely true...kag medyo naibanan hangin ang mga taga-bacolod...pero daw gabalik naman subong gawa ah....i guess its second nature to us bacolodnons....:lol:

:lol:
Cultura La Vida Dulce. Culture of Sweet Life. :D

Sugar_Baron

August 7th, 2008, 06:05 AM

:lol:
Cultura La Vida Dulce. Culture of Sweet Life. :D

pero isa sa mga rasa nga puerte man ang hangin is mga Kapampangan...:lol: but unfortunately indi sila kadaug sa aton for sure....:nuts:

SUV111

August 7th, 2008, 06:08 AM