The Bogo Times Blog

Bogo City's Clyde Dungog is one of the 24 candidates for this year's QUEEN of Cebu. The Pageant for Alternatives will be held in Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino on November 9, 2013.  Bogo City's Own Clyde "Fuschia Ravena" Dungog AKA: Kyriaki "Corrina" Tsopei (Miss Universe 1964) Support our fellow Bogohanon  by hitting the like button here: Queen of Cebu on Facebook   (please click the link). Photo courtesy of Dan Douglas Ong

Sixty-three (63) passengers and eighteen(18) crew members were safely brought back to Polambato port after MV Super Shuttle Ferry 10, a vessel of Asian Marine Transport Corporation, ran aground while leaving the wharf in Bogo City . MV Super Shuttle Ferry 10 All passengers and crew members  survived unscathed. The vessel was maneuvering away from Polambato wharf at 3:30 p.m. yesterday on its way to Palompon, Leyte when it drifted and touched bottom.   Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) Regional Director Nannette Villamor Diopol sent maritime safety specialists to investigate if the vessel is still seaworthy after the incident.  Sun Star reported that  Asian Marine Transport Corporation  vessels will be held in port until they pass the re-inspection and additional audit. MARINA will conduct a hearing and the  Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) will create a Board of Marine Inquiry to determine the cause of the accident. Bogo City i...

Paper-and-Pencil Test (PPT)  for PROFESSIONAL (Second Level) and SUBPROFESSIONAL (First Level) The CSE-PPT is conducted nationwide twice or thrice a year subject to the approval of the Commission. Date of Examination:   October 13, 2013 Testing Center:  Cebu City Filing of Applications Deadline:  August 23, 2013 (8:00am - 3:00pm) Place of Filing:  Bogo City Hall ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants are advised to check carefully whether they meet the admission requirements stated below. Only those who meet the admission requirements should apply for the examination.  Approval of applications may be recalled any time upon discovery of applicant’s disqualification.  Accordingly, the examination fees paid shall be forfeited.  Must be Filipino citizen; Must be at least 18 years of age on the date of filing of application; for April 14, 2013 CSE-PPT, applicants must be born on or...

It is regarded by many as a mystical islet and is considered as one of the major diving sites in Cebu province. Located ten kilometers southeast of mainland Bogo lies the breathtaking islet of Capitancillo which has become a relic of the rich history of the City of Bogo .  Capitancillo Islet, Bogo City, Cebu Legend has it that the islet was named after a Spanish captain of a trading vessel or Galleon during the early years of the Spanish era. His name is Capitan Basillo . The captain disrespected Datu Bugtopasan, one of the early Chieftains of Mactan, who was known to have magical powers. Capitan Basillo then sneakily left the island. Enraged, the Datu pursued Capitan Basillo's vessel by riding his enchanted white horse over the strong waves. He then cursed and put a spell on the Spanish captain and his vessel followed by roaring thunder and bolts of lightning. The galleon was stuck and then transformed to what is now known as the Islet of Capitancillo , named after the ...

The Philippine Science High School System (PSHSS) is now accepting applicants for the National Competitive Examination (NCE) for S.Y. 2014 - 2015. Deadline for the filing of application has been extended to August 12, 2013 . The Philippine Science High School System is a Service Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) whose mandate is to offer on a free scholarship basis for secondary course with special emphasis on subjects pertaining to the Sciences with the end view of preparing its students for a Science career.  This is according to Section 2 of Republic Act 3661 that established the first Philippine Science High School campus in 1964. The program is open to all grade 6 pupils who belong to the top 10% of the graduating class or those who have special aptitudes in science and math. The St. Louise de Marillac College in Bogo City has been identified as the venue for the examination for northern Cebu applicants. Northern Cebu applica...

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE ) Labor Tripartite Council in Education (LTCE) in coordination with the Industry Tripartite Council-Business Process Management / Information and Communication Technology (ITC-BPM-ICT) will implement a computer literacy program to benefit Barangay Cayang's out-of-school youth (OSY) for this second semester of 2013. Cayang is one of the target Child Labor-Free barangays in Cebu Province . Thirty (30) computer units will be donated to the pilot institution -  Northern Cebu Colleges Bogo City   "To ensure the success of the planned computer literacy program for OSYs, the LTCE-BOT created a committee which was tasked to discuss with TESDA  the details on how this can be accredited, considering the program involves technical skills training requiring the issuance of National Certificate for levels I and II."  - Philippine Information Agency

Super Metro, a retail chain owned by Vicsal Development Corp., opened its latest branch last Tuesday (July 23, 2013) in Gairan, Bogo City . It is the fourth branch in the province of Cebu and the 13th in the country.  Outside Super Metro - Bogo City Opening Day The 2-storey building spans 3,500 square meters where 60% of its items are consumer goods ( fashion apparels, houseware and appliances) and 40% is food items. "Mayor Celestino Martinez Jr. welcomed the new entrant as an enhancement of Bogo City’s economy. “With its developed agricultural and coastal industries, Bogo is now in transit to becoming the trade metro of other municipalities such as Borbon and Medellin. Neighbors are coming here to buy and sell. The hypermarket manifests our potential as a retail hub,” he said. Martinez also mentioned the expansion of the Polambato port , which is a work in progress, as a significant factor in Bogo’s economic transformation. He said the P260-million proj...

Bogo City will soon have a taste of Philippines' fastest-growing BBQ fast food chain - Mang Inasal . Serving chicken, pork barbeque and other Filipino favorites, Mang Inasal was first established on December12, 2003 in Iloilo City. It is best known for its Chicken barbecue and unlimited rice. Mang Inasal Bogo City will soon be serving the bbq-loving Bogohanons across Gaisano Bogo. Email: mibogo88@yahoo.com *Prices may vary in selected stores. HIRING: Service Crew (Bogo branch) Qualifications: Male / Female Single 18 – 25 years old At least 5’2 in height College level With good interpersonal skills Service oriented and can work with less supervision A highly motivated person With experience as service crew in any food establishments. Visit Mynimo:  http://www.mynimo.com/jobs/view/64106

Video transcript: CEBU , the premier province of the Philippines, invites you to visit and experience the sublime culture and its dream destinations. Kabanhawan Festival - Minglanilla Photo source:  Sugat Kabanhawan sa Minglanilla Welcome to the Sugat Capital of the South - Minglanilla . The town where people flock to meet the risen Lord. Bukilat Cave - Tudela, Camotes Find yourself in the lost horizon or the poet's haven called the Camotes Group of Islands . Lake Danao or the Lover's Lake, exquisite beaches and underground caves that cover most of the island.  The unspoiled, historic and Heritage City of the South , Carcar ,  breathes life to a city of dynamic people and cultured community.  Capitancillo Islet - Bogo City Renew your spiritual journey in Bogo , the Pilgrim City of the North . The captivating beauty and historic Capitancillo Islet . Experience the countryside feeling in Malabuyoc , wher...

The country’s longest ultra-marathon race, SN250, started yesterday (June 14, 2013) in the Municipality of Santander and will end in the City of Bogo . This is the country's first 250-km race and is considered as a race of the toughest ultra-marathoners in the country. It's not an easy way in for the participants because of the strict screening process. One of the main qualifications of the participants is that they should have joined at least two 100-km ultra-marathon races. The organizers were able to gather only twenty participants for the said race and nine of them are from Cebu.  The participants are: Rhoda Oporto-Cabalero (women’s champion in the 3rd Labor Day Coast to Coast 65K Ultramarathon race), Bryan Kho, Wilnar Iglesia, Roger Villareal, Lope Noay, Joel Ouano, Zenchen Lagapa, Anthony Alindada, Januarius Padilla, Randy Rubio, Kathie Villaflor, Jonathan Guardo, Joel Cuyos, Rodney Cabahug, Tony Galon, Edwin Colina, Ron Illana, Lyra Valles, Benedic...

City of Bogo's Jan Godfrey Seno defeated Japan's Koki Matsuda, 5-7, 6-3, 6-1,  to capture the 3rd Malacca ATF Asian 14-Under Series Tennis Championship boys singles title. He survived a 3-hour battle against the Japanese. Seno is the first Filipino to win the title. Jan Godfrey Seno Photo Source:   www.sports247.my Prior to the win, Seno beat Malaysia’s No. 1 Ryan Lee Yip Heng in the first round then edged Abdul Shukor Zubair, 6-1, 6-2 in the second round. He then defeated Wan Muhammad Fakhrul ,6-3, 6-2, in the quarterfinals and beat compatriot Michael Ealla of Manila, 6-1, 6-1, to arrange a finals showdown with Koki. - SunStar Cebu News links: http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/423175/cebuano-seno-captures-1st-intl-crown-at-malacca-net http://www.sunstar.com.ph/cebu/sports/2013/06/08/seno-makes-history-malacca-286443 http://www.sports247.my/2013/06/godfrey-nails-title-in-style/

A week of fun and awesome activities. This is how Bogohanons celebrate their fiesta. Bangkarera 2013 @ Polambato Photo by Rodge Tonacao Ready, Set, Go! Photo by Rodge Tonacao Up High Eat My Dust Miss Bogo Tourism 2013 The Gorgeous Ladies  Yeng Constantino Rocking Bogo City Photo by Allison Oporto Follow  @allisonvanic042 More photos to be uploaded.