The Bogo Times

Kris Dece Ortizano of Bogo City topped the singing category of the 2014 Regional Children's Contest which was organized by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office VII. Kris Dece Ortizano Photo source: www.fo7.dswd.gov.ph Around 200 day care children from different cities and towns in Central Visayas participated in the 2014 Regional Children's Contest held at J Centre Mall, Mandaue City. The event aims to showcase the different talents of children and to raise awareness of the public on the positive effects of children experiencing psycho-social-spiritual stimulation in Day Care Centers. Children competed in three creative art categories: Singing, Folk Dance, and Draw & Tell contest.  Bogo City's Kris Dece Ortizano impressed the audience with her angelic voice and soulful interpretation of a Cebuano song "Tatay Pauli Na". Mica Mhiel Ebrado of Dumaguete City bested other 15 kids and emerged first place in the Draw ...

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced Wednesday, November 26 that 12,245 out of 28,187 passed the Criminologist Licensure Examination administered by the Board of Criminology in the cities of Manila, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pangasinan, Tacloban, Tuguegarao and Zamboanga last October 2014. Registration for the issuance of Professional Identification Card (ID) and Certificate of Registration will be on December 2-5, 2014. Those who will register are required to bring the following: duly accomplished Oath Form or Panunumpa ng Propesyonal, current Community Tax Certificate (cedula), 1 piece passport size picture (colored with white background and complete nametag), 2 sets of metered documentary stamps and 1 short brown envelope with name and profession and to pay the Initial Registration Fee of P600 and Annual Registration Fee of P450 for 2014-2017. Successful examinees should personally register and sign in the Ro...

Just one month to go before Christmas. Now may be the best time to post about one of the most awaited moments for employees - to receive his/her 13th month pay.  Q:  What is 13th month pay? A:   13th month pay is a form of monetary benefit equivalent to the monthly basic compensation received by an employee, computed pro-rata according to the number of months within a year that the employee has rendered service to the employer. Q: Who are required to pay the 13th month pay? A : All establishments regardless of the number of employees are required to pay their rank-and-file employees the 13th month pay. Q: Who are entitled to receive the 13th month pay? A: All rank-and-file employees regardless of the nature of their employment, and irrespective of the methods by which they are paid, provided they worked for at least one month during a calendar year. Q:  How is 13th month pay computed? A:  The 13th month pay is computed ba...

San Remigio 's Lapyahan was recently tagged as the first LakasLikasan area in the Province of Cebu.  The “LakasLikasan” tagging is part of the climate change advocacy campaign of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) in places cited for environmental relevance. Known as the longest shoreline in Cebu, San Remigio's lapyahan is one of the sources of livelihood for the locals.  More than 300 students from San Remigio National High School , Hagnaya Elementary School, and San Remigio Central School made a pledged to take care of the environment including the Lapyahan during a recent Multi-Schools Campus Caravan held by PIA Cebu and DENR-7.  The students were all ears as they listened to DENRO Provincial Officer Jose Cleo Cary Colis who discussed Environmental Stewardship. Colis narrated several “small” things most people do not know are causing harm to the environment, including the fact tha...

If you’re looking to apply for a new passport or renew an old one, you can set an appointment online through the  DFA Passport Appointment System .  New Applications GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: - Personal appearance - Confirmed appointment - Birth Certificate (BC) in Security Paper (SECPA) issued by the National Statistics Office (NSO) or Certified True Copy (CTC) of BC issued by the Local Civil Registrar (LCR) and duly authenticated by NSO. Transcribed Birth Certificate from the LCR is required when entries in NSO Birth Certificate are blurred or unreadable. (Report of Birth duly authenticated by NSO if born abroad) - Valid picture IDs and supporting documents to prove identity (Please refer to List of Acceptable IDs and List of Supporting Documents) Call (02) 737-1111 for your NSO Birth Certificate IN CASE OF NO BIRTH RECORD: IF BORN IN OR AFTER 1950 (JANUARY 1, 1950 OR AFTER): - Apply for the delayed registration of birth a...

Here are the winners of the Yolanda: A Year After Photo Contest . Yolanda Relief Operations Category First Place "Smiles" by Carlo Caracena November 17, 2013 Bogo City Second Place "Thirst" by Daniel M. Ybanez November 15, 2013 Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island Third Place "Gifts from Heaven" by Rene M. Ybanez November 22, 2013 Barrio Langod, Sulangan, Bantayan Island Yolanda Rehabilitation & Recovery Category First Place "Rebuilding Hideaway" by David T. Ramos November 18, 2013 Tindog, Medellin Second Place "Bayanihan" by Rene M. Ybanez November 16, 2013 Kota Beach, Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island Third Place "Stepping Into a New and Colorful Beginning" by Antonio Rey O. Pepito Jr. October 19, 2013 Polambato, Bogo City Yolanda Emergency Response and Search & Rescue Category First Place "Obstacle Race" by Roger Tonacao November 8, 2013 Bogo City Second Place...

About Andok's ANDOK'S is primarily engaged in the business of selling litson manok (roasted chicken). Over time, ANDOK'S had evolved and added a new concept to its main business of offering roasted chicken, and that is the concept of specialty grocery store offering a host of products, including beer, an assortment of beverages, rice, sugar, and other grocery products. Franchising Andok's offers two franchise formats: Take-out and Dine-in . Both offer the same great tasting and affordable food Filipino families have come to love through the years. The Franchise Package includes : - The right to use Andok's trademark, name and logo. - Start-up and pre-opening assistance. - Store design and construction assistance. - Franchise operations manual. - Business management, operations and customer service training. - An established brand image and nationwide advertising support. - Continuous product development and innovation. - Economi...

Save more with Pag-IBIG and qualify for higher loan amounts and bigger dividend earnings. Bigger dividend means bigger savings for you. Consider the following: Monthly Savings Savings in 20 Years Total Savings with 4%* annual dividends 200.00 48,000.00 73,015.85 300.00 72,000.00 109,523.77 400.00 96,000.00 146,031.70 500.00 120,000.00 182,539.62 1,000.00 240,000.00 365,079.24 1,500.00 360,000.00 547,618.87 2,000.00 480,000.00 730,158.49 * Dividend rate is only sample rate of 4%.  Actual dividends will be based on the yearly income of the Fund. Bigger savings with Pag- IBIG means that your maximum loanable amount is higher. - The Multi - Purpose Loan (MPL) Program aims to address the member’s immediate financial needs. The loan amount is based on the member-borrower’s total savings and length of membership with Pag-IBIG.* - The Calamity Loan Program is open to members whose place of residencehas been placed under a state of calamity after a natu...

Memorandum Circular No. 73, s. 2014 Office of the President of the Philippines Malacañang To provide government employees full opportunity to properly observe  01 November 2014, a declared Special Non-Working Day, and to allow employees to travel to their respective provinces, work in government offices on 31 October 2014 is hereby suspended from 12:00 p.m. onwards. However, those agencies whose functions involve the delivery of basic and health services, preparedness/response to disasters and calamities, and/or the performance of other vital public services shall continue with their operations and render the necessary services. This Circular shall take effect immediately. By authority of the President: (Sgd.) PAQUITO N. OCHOA, JR. Executive Secretary source:  http://www.gov.ph/2014/10/30/memorandum-circular-no-73-s-2014/ 

Cancer is one the most common causes of deaths among men. A healthy diet can decrease the risk of developing a certain cancer but other factors especially genes can play a huge role. Once a cancer spreads and reaches a higher stage, it can be difficult to treat. Healthline.com enumerates 10 of the most common cancer symptoms in men. Knowing these symptoms can help you seek early treatment which gives you a better chance of remission.  1. Bowel Changes The occasional bowel problem is normal, but changes in your bowels may indicate either colon or rectal cancer—collectively called colorectal cancers. Colon cancer affects the entire colon, while rectal cancer affects the lower portion that connects to the anus. Frequent diarrhea and constipation may indicate cancer, particularly if these bowel changes come on suddenly. These problems also may be accompanied by frequent gas and abdominal pain. 2. Rectal Bleeding Rectal bleeding may be an early ...

By Iste S. Leopoldo | Wednesday, October 29, 2014 | www.sunstar.com.ph CEBU’s Jan Godfrey “Noynoy” Seno returns to Cebu and eyes joining his last Palarong Pambansa 2015 stint before flying back to the US for good. Photo Source:  Therese Rouelle Ancot Yonson Seno, 15, of Bogo City , a former tennis varsity player of the University of San Carlos-Basic Education Department (USC-BED), flew to California, US, with his father, Noel, last July after being invited to play in a prestigious sectional tournament in northern California with Macmac Tabo-tabo. After an impressive finalist finish, several coaches advised him to stay behind because they saw his potential. Seno opted to stay in Colorado with a relative and enrolled at the Sand Creek High School. With only three weeks in Colorado, he immediately carved a name in the history of tennis in Sand Creek High School after helping his team end the 15-year reign of Cheyenne Mountain High School in the Class 4A Region 6 tourna...

Planning to franchise a Master Siomai store in the City of Bogo ? Here are some information on how to franchise Master Siomai. About Master Siomai Master Siomai is a food cart franchising business developed by Masterrific Foods, an 11-year-old company specializing in the production and distribution of processed meat  such as ham, bacon, burger patties and siomai to its diverse clientele ranging from hotels, restaurants and market places.  Master Siomai was established in 2007 and currently has 700 outlets and counting to date. As its name suggests, it offers siomai - one of the most popular Chinese snack products known to Pinoys.  Steps in Franchising Master Siomai 1. You must look for your own location. A. If the location is within the mall Master Siomai requires an award notice or lease proposal before their site evaluation. B. If the location is in a busy street, terminal, school or campus, you must have a verbal or written agreement ...