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1 VOLUME IV NO. 92 OCTOBER 23-25, 2015 FRIDAY - SUNDAY what s inside CSF extends assistance to Cabanatuan news...page 2 DILG 3 holds climate change, disaster risk reduction forum business...page 3 CSF to rehabilitate public market; make it-flood free By Marna Dagumboy-del Rosario A NEW MARKET, SOON. Mayor Edwin D. Santiago goes on an early morning ocular visit at the New Public Market in Barangay Del Pilar, as part of the city s plans to start the market s renovation and rehabilitation in January Joining him is City Economic Enterprise Division Head Levi Tiomico. --CSF-CIO PHOTO CITY OF SAN FERNANDO The City Government of San Fernando is gearing towards the rehabilitation and restoration of the New Public Market in Barangay Del Pilar to make it flood-free, and give faster and better services for Fernandinos. This was announced by Mayor Edwin D. Santiago during the City Economic Enterprise Division s (CEED) ocular inspection held last October 22. Set to start by January next year, the public market...page 7 Pandaras declared dengue-free village Capitol continues relief operations By Marna Dagumboy -del Rosario By LIEZEL CAYANAN CITY OF SAN FERNANDO The provincial government of Pampanga headed by Gov. Lilia Nanay Pineda continues its relief operations in the towns affected by floodwaters induced by typhoon Lando. For your construction needs: Quality Gravel G-1, Gravel 3/4, Sub-base, Base Course relief operations...page 7 2nd Floor U2 Bldg., Mc-Arthur Highway, Brgy. Dolores, City of San Fernando, Pampanga CONTINUOUS RELIEF. San Simon residents wade through floodwaters, bringing with them relief goods Tel/Fax No.: (045) , , address: primestone_aggre@yahoo.com Campaign given by the provincial government. --JUN JASO CITY OF SAN FERNANDO -- The city health office has declared a village here as a dengue-free area. The CHO declared Barangay Pandaras as a dengue-free village after it was found to have zero case of the disease among the six barangays covered by Rural Health Unit III (RHU- 3). The citation, given during the Aksyon Barangay Kontra Dengue held last Tuesday at the Sta. Lucia Covered Court, was received by Pandaras Barangay Captain Edsel Miranda. The meet, also dubbed Anti-Dengue dengue-free... PAGE 7 2nd Floor U2 Bldg., Mc-Arthur Highway, Brgy. Dolores, City of San Fernando, Pampanga Tel/Fax No.: (045) , , address: primestone_aggre@yahoo.com

2 2NEWSHeadline Gitnang Luzon OCTOBER 23-25, 2015 KABALEN KU, KALUGURAN KU. Unopposed San Luis Mayor Venancio Asyong Macapagal (5th, R) and Vice Mayor Leonardo Salas (6th, L) of the Kambilan Party are unopposed as they seek re-election. Joining them after the filing of CoCs are Councilors Cesar Lagman, Edilberto Mangulabnan, Jerry Sagum, Esmeralda Suba, Jun Flores Ocampo, Allan Estacio, Bryan Taruc and Elpidio Mangalus. --CONTRIBUTED PHOTO CSF extends assistance to Cabanatuan San Luis Mayor, VM unopposed in May 2016 elections By Marna Dagumboy -del Rosario CITY OF SAN FERNANDO The city government s Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO), through the San Fernando Rescue Unit, conducted a relief operation in Cabanatuan City, where most villages are flooded due to typhoon Lando. By Marna Dagumboy -del Rosario CITY OF SAN FERNANDO In celebration of the National Indigenous People s Month this October, the Department of Education Region III further upholds its commitment and support to the indigenous cultural communities and holds additional by Rudy J. Abular CAMP OLIVAS Erring policemen should mend their ways before the sword of Damocles falls on them. This was the statement yesterday of Police Regional Office 3 director Chief Supt. Rudy G. Lacadin, who reiterated his warning against Central DepEd-3 celebrates Indigenous Peoples Month significance for the Indigenous Peoples Education (IPED), making the basic education system more inclusive and consistent with the philosophy of the Education for All or EFA Goals. The 2015 Regional Indigenous Peoples Month Celebration also aims to affirm the IPED frameworks deped-3... Page 7 Rewards await good cops, penalties for erring cops Luzon policemen who engage in illegal activities. Lacadin swore that he will clean the PNP s rank and file in the region, a few days after his assumption as head of the Central Luzon police. He said bonuses and rewards including cash will be given rewards... Page 7 By Dante M. Salvana OLONGAPO CITY Known for his unorthodox ways, reelectionist Mayor Rolen Paulino filed his Certificate of Candidacy (COC) last week at this city s Commission on Election (Comelec) office, trying for a second term. Paulino is the incumbent mayor of Olongapo City. It was during his term that In the same vein, Vice Governor Dennis Pineda and Provincial DRRMO chief Angie Blanco also motored to Nueva Ecija and helped in the clearing operations in flooded areas there. Despite the fact that seven towns of Pampanga are also inundated in floods, the provincial government led by Governor Lilia Pineda extended assistance to Nueva Ecija through relief operations. President Benigno Aquino III also led a distribution of relief goods in Nueva Ecija which was hit by the tropical disturbance over the weekend. Aquino distributed to evacuees at Nueva Ecija National High School (NEHS) food packs each containing six kilos of rice, canned goods, and 3-in-1 coffee. Apart from food packs, he also handed out family kits, which consists of a kawali (pan), a ladle, cups, plates, plastic mats, a blanket, and a mosquito net. NEHS serves as temporary shelter to 204 families or 961 individuals from 11 barangays in Cabanatuan City. Unorthodox Olongapo City mayor tries for 2nd term the Cash for Rats, first bounty for rats, was made in the country. An unusual way to spread awareness on Leptospirosis, but was effective nonetheless. unorthodox... Page 7 SAN LUIS, PAMPANGA Kambilan Party standard bearer and two-term Mayor Venancio Asyong Macapagal and Vice Mayor Leonardo Salas will be running unopposed in next year s May elections. The local Commission on Elections office in this town revealed that Macapagal and Salas were the only ones who filled certificates of candidacy for the positions of Mayor and Vice Mayor, respectively. This means that the two of them will be serving their third and last tern from July 2016 to July Macapagal, in an interview the other day, said he and his line-up are very much grateful for the people of their town for the trust and confidence in his administration. Malaki ang pasasalamat namin sa aming mga kababayan na lubos na nagtitiwala sa ating liderato, dahil sa ating panunungkulan ay lagi nating inuuna ang kapakanan ng ating mga kababayan upang mabigyan sila ng mga programa at proyekto na makakatulong sa kanilang araw-araw na kabuhayan, Macapagal said. He said that most of the programs of unopposed... Page 7 TRYING FOR THE SECOND TIME. Olongapo City Mayor Rolen C. Paulino (5th, R) raises hands with his Sangguniang Panglunsod ticket during their filing of certificate of candidacy last Friday. --DANTE M. SALVANA

3 OCTOBER 23-25, 2015 Headline Gitnang Luzon BUSINESS 3 DILG 3 holds climate change, disaster risk reduction forum By Charlene A. Cayabyab CITY OF SAN FERNANDO The Department of the Interior and Local Government in Central Luzon (DILG 3) recently conducted a regional forum on Mainstreaming Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Reduction (CCA-DRR) in Local Development Planning at the Subic Freeport Zone in Zambales province. The forum aims to organize MANILA The lucky bettor who bagged the P6-million 6/42 jackpot has claimed his prize, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office. The lone winner, a clerk from Caloocan City, got the winning numbers from lucky pick. Betting since 1996, he plans to pay off his debts, invest in business and save for his children s future. PCSO Assistant General Manager for Gaming Sector Conrado C. Zabella said the winner received his prize check at the charity agency main office, in Mandaluyong City on Oct. 20. Regional Composite Teams comprised of government agencies, academe and CSOs and forge partnerships among them to assist target local government units (LGUs) in mainstreaming CCA and DRR in their local development plans. It also advocates and promotes the concept of disaster preparedness among LGUs in Region III as well as to encourage the public on their respective tasks and roles before, during and after a disaster. By Charlene A. Cayabyab CITY OF SAN FERNANDO Initial reports from regional officials of the Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE) show that there were no shutdowns in companies that operated within areas affected by typhoon Lando. I am gratified of these initial reports, but my directive for them to continue their assessments as the weather clears still stands, DoLE Secretary The activity is in line with the DILG s mandate of assisting LGUs on the completion of local plans such as the Provincial Development and Physical Framework Plan (PDPFP), Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) and Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP). This is also in adherence to Republic Act otherwise known as the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010 and Republic Act 9729 or the Rosalinda Dimapilis-Baldoz said. Their quick reaction teams need to validate any report in their regions, and to assess the situation, including those of DoLE-assisted livelihood projects, whether these need restoration or other forms of assistance, she added. Some of the areas directly hit by the typhoon include Pangasinan, Isabela, Nueva Ecija, Tarlac, Bulacan, Pampanga, Zambales, Cagayan, and Benguet. Climate Change Act. Local chief executives, DILG officers, Local Planning and Development officers, Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Officers, National Government Agencies (NGAs), Academe and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) across Central Luzon participated in the forum. Various NGAs such as DENR, DOST-PAGASA and PHIVOLCS discussed their respective presentations on how information DENGUE-FREE. The City Government of San Fernando, through its City Health Office, declares Barangay Pandaras under Captain Edsel Miranda (extreme R), as a dengue-free community. On hand to witness are (L to R) City Health Officer Dr. Eloisa Aquino, RHU-3 s Dr. Elma Manarang, City Environment and Natural Resources Office-OIC Engr. Marilen Malabanan, City Councilor Angie Hizon, Sta. Lucia Barangay Captain Herman Quiwa, San Nicolas Barangay Captain Rosemary Calimlim, and Del Pilar Barangay Captain Jerry Canlas. --CSFP CIO Photo Caloocan bettor claims P6-M lotto pot SCAN THIS QR CODE TO VISIT US DoLE: No company shutdown after typhoon Lando All the regional directors have said they are coordinating with other concerned agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Interior and Local Government, the Department of Social Welfare and Development, and local government units, to gather information on the effects of the typhoon. The department is currently awaiting a more detailed assessment report from the regional and field offices. NAPC leads call to end poverty QUEZON CITY Representatives from the national government agencies, civil society groups, and poor communities on Wednesday gathered at Rizal Park, Manila to commemorate the National Week for Overcoming Extreme Poverty (NWOEP) and the United Nations (UN) International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. This year s event led by the National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC) and All Together in Dignity (ATD) 4th World Movement, an international non-governmental organization, carry the theme Building a sustainable future: Coming together to end poverty and discrimination. This week, we recognize the poor, their struggles, and their sentiments. Like in Paris, France in 1987, we renew our commitment and pledge to continue the fight against poverty and discrimination, NAPC Secretary Joel Rocamora said. As we move forward towards economic growth, we need everybody s contribution and support to uplift the lives of the poor. Putting an end to poverty will take years. But, with an active community willing to unite and a committed government willing to listen and act, tonapc leads... Page 7 on hazards may be used in local planning and also the climate change situation in the Philippines. Other highlights of the forum include the presentation of LGU needs and menu of technical assistance and service providers, tools for integrating climate and disaster risks in Local Development Planning and the harmonization of Plans of CLUP, CDP and Local Climate Change Adaptation Plan (LCCAP). Gov t readies corn industry for ASEAN integration QUEZON CITY The Philippine corn industry is gearing up for the integration of ASEAN economies with national and local government leaders pulling all stops to enable corn growers attain sustainable production of high quality grains, for both yellow and white varieties. The Department of Agriculture (DA) has always regarded the local government as a sturdy and dependable partners in the implementation of programs and various strategies that would enhance agricultural development, Assistant Secretary and National Rice and Corn Program Director Edilberto de Luna said. Luna added that with the help of our local executives, the government is optimistic that its national programs will trickle down to the rural areas in the countryside, and benefit those who really need assistance. In 2013, the DA launched the National Corn Quality Achievers Awards to give recognition to the invaluable role of the local government in mentoring corn farmers and stakeholders. The LGUs have been consistent in effectively carrying out policies and projects that ultimately push for the robust production of high-grade corn. The Search, which is now on its third year, continues to give due recognition to the unsung heroes of the corn sector nationwide. It gives honor and prestige to what is usually unnoticed, which includes the time, effort, and passion of thousands of agricultural extension workers (AEWs) who serve as on-site teachers and provide technical assistance to corn growers from production, post-production, and marketing. Today, the DA awards 100 men and women who continue to perform their duties and services to uplift the local corn sector. Alongside, these extension asean integration... Page 7

4 4OPINIONHeadline Gitnang Luzon OCTOBER 23-25, 2015 EDITORIAL Flood-free WILL we see a flood-free public market in the city soon? At least, that was what has been promised by City of San Fernando Mayor Edwin Santiago during an ocular inspection at the New Public Market in Barangay Del Pilar, where rehabilitation works will be done in January next year. He hopes that the market will be transformed into a flood-free one, to attract more Fernandinos and investors. He also hopes to enhance the market s current condition by upgrading facilities such as stalls, pathways, comfort rooms and parking areas. The upgrading of the facility also seeks to encourage healthy competition between local vendors and big companies, increase the profit of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises, and promote the culture of traditional palengke. We really hope that this dream of the mayor comes true, for it will benefit the vendors, the Fernandinos and the city as a whole. Now, if he can only make the whole city flood-free, too HEADLINE Gitnang Luzon is a Daily Regional Newspaper General Manager: MARLO a. franco Editor: RIA DE FIESTA Layout Artist/Photographer: JP Manalang Reporters: CHARLENE CAYABYAB Marna dagumboy - Del rosario Administrative Staff: sherylin l. rivera Publisher: hgl publishing headlinegitnangluzon@gmail.com Website: DISCLAIMER: Views expressed by columnists are their own and do not necessarily reflect the editorial position of HEADLINE Gitnang Luzon or its internet website: com. The publisher does not knowingly publish false information and may not be held liable for the views of its columnists exercising their right to free expression. All rights reserved. Subject to the conditions provided for by law, no article or photograph published by HEADLINE GITNANG LUZON may be reprinted or reproduced, in whole or in part, without its prior consent. Office Address: 2nd Floor, U2 Building, MacArthur Highway, Dolores, City of San Fernando, Pampanga, 2000 Tel. Nos. (045) ATTORNEY Tayag to some, Katoks to many of his family and friends here in Pampanga. Renato Dayrit Tayag was one of my ninongs in my baptism more than 30 years ago. He was one of the closest friends of my father, the late Dr. Jose O. Pelayo Sr. I remember my dad spoke about him a lot in some of our fatherand-son moments over a bottle of Pale Pilsen sometimes with a jigger of brandy. Ironically, I cannot remember any instance that Ninong Katoks and I had a chance to know one another which is pitiful. His birth centennial this October has been included in one of the special events of the month-long celebration of Fiestang Kuliat The city government of Angeles headed by Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan and the Center for Kapampangan Studies of Holy Angel University recently launched the revised edition of Tatang Katoks Recollections and Digressions. I remember my father used to have a copy of the original version together with other treasures created by Tayag, but some got damaged during the wrath of Pinatubo in the 90s. But because of the revised edition, I had the opportunity to brush up this meaty book and imagine the way things were in retrospect. The young generation especially the youth of Angeles City should take time to read his masterpieces and his life story. The front cover of the revised book applied the portrait made in pencil teacher s corner EDUCATION involves the transfer of knowledge, habits and skills from one generation to another through research, training and teaching. In today s society, education and learning play an important role in shaping the lives of individuals and the society. The most effective way of boosting economic growth, reducing poverty and improving people s health is by investing in education. Manpower is essential for economic growth. A highly educated manpower further stimulates economic growth. Additionally, a highly educated manpower can easily adapt to new working environments and conditions. It is evident that education serves as the driving force for innovation of new inventions and services. Educated workers exchange ideas in the workplace and come up with new and brilliant ideas Katoks Tayag, always plural 4th Quarter Jay Pelayo sketch by a famous Kapampangan artist and historian, Daniel Dizon, who happens to be the first cousin of the wife of Tatang Katoks, the late Adoracion During Henson-Tayag. I had a rare opportunity to tittle-tattle with Imang During when I was accompanied by another notable Kapampangan leader and former Angeles Mayor Eugenio Suarez at their residence in Villa Gloria subdivision. In this book, Tayag bares the origin of his unconventional nickname. Apparently, a bully in his class at the Pampanga High School was the one who called him Cato the Censor (referring to the ancient Roman senator) after he attempted to stand up against the bullies as the young Renato delivered a short sermon about how to become good citizens like the ancient Romans. Hence, the moniker stuck and evolved into the immortal nickname. Tatang Katoks did remind his acquaintances though to be careful with spelling and pronouncing his name it is always plural. Plural indeed, Katoks was because he was more than one kind. He was a great writer, a brave journalist, a well-respected laywer, a social thinker, a sportsman, and so on and Plural indeed, Katoks was because he was more than one kind. He was a great writer, a brave journalist, a well-respected laywer, a social thinker, a sportsman, and so on and so forth. The Gift of Knowledge by Ricardo F. Santos that help in the growth of the economy. Education reduces poverty in a number of ways. One way is by creating employment opportunities for educated people. Through employment, one is able to afford a decent living. Education further alleviates poverty through skills acquired in the learning process. One can acquire these skills through technical and vocational training which many of our companies offer. Educated people are health conscious and live longer than their counterparts because they engage in healthy lifestyle such as eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly and going for medical checkups. By investing in education, one will also be investing in their health. Education serves to create room for technological advancements in the field of medicine and agriculture. Advanced technology Want to broaden your business horizon? LET US HELP YOU! CALL US: (045) US: headlinegitnangluzon@gmail.com VISIT US: 2nd Floor,U2 Bldg., MacArthur Hiway, Dolores, City of San Fernando (P) so forth. Adding to his plurality is having been honoured by the National Historical Institute by installing a commemorative plaque in front of his former residence which he donated and now houses the Angeles City Library. While some may not fully understand how the friendship between him and my father sustained strongly despite their obvious differences in political affiliations (tatang Katoks was a very close friend of the Marcoses while Dr. JoPel was a confidant of fellow Kapampangan leader and former president Diosdado Macapagal ), the two remained unfazed by these issues and set aside their political opinions and moved on. Despite being critical against the adverse effects of the martial ruling, my father told me during one of our Pale Pilsen sessions that President Marcos and first lady Imelda were once visitors in his residence in Burgos Street, and that the radiant Imelda even used the comfort room inside the house. Perhaps, it happened because of Tatang Katoks. I know they are both happy and at peace in the promised land probably drinking some heavenly beverage not made in Pilsen, and playing sets of good tennis. used for conducting surgery has replaced traditional methods. This has seen an improvement in people s general health and an increased life expectancy. Most developing countries have a low life expectancy compared to developed countries. This can be attributed to high illiteracy level present in developing countries. This translates to poor health and poor eating habits. Education is the only means of alleviating poverty, improving people s health and increasing economic growth. Improving literacy levels in marginalized societies will go a long way in improving the quality of living. Be ONE of US. The author is Teacher I of Pulong Santol High School-Annex I.

5 OPINION 5 OCTOBER 23-25, 2015 Headline Gitnang Luzon THROUGHOUT the year, various towns and cities within the Province of Pampanga celebrate feasts honoring their patron saint. But in Angeles City and Bacolor, there is one common fiesta that they religiously celebrate with really grand preparation the Fiestang La Naval. This annual fiesta is in honor of their common patron saint Nuestra Señora del Santisimo Rosario de La Naval with Angeles City celebrating it every second Sunday of October (with Nuestra Señora del Santisimo Rosario de La Naval de Angeles) and the town of Bacolor every third Sunday of November (with Nuestra Señora del Santisimo Rosario de La Naval de Bacolor). But how did this religious rites start? Batalla dela Naval The 17th century (1600s) was marked by a series of battles between the Spanish colonial force and the invading Dutch naval army. The Spanish side as always relied on the help of Kapampangan soldiers. It was on the 14th of December 1600 when the Spanish fleet composed of Kapampangan forces led by Antonio de Morga battled Dutch warships led by Admiral Oliver Van Noort near Manila. Although the Spanish side lost a flagship and 300 men, the Dutch were forced to withdraw. The performance of the Kapampangans once again La Naval and the Kapampangans (1st of 3 parts) impressed the Spanish authorities; three years later, Governor General Pedro Bravo Acuña organized the first Filipino companies, led mostly by Kapampangan captains with 1,000 to 2,000 Kapampangan foot soldiers. Chinese revolts In the same year, Kapampangan soldiers (particularly the Macabebes) massacred the Chinese as ordered by colonial authorities. On October 20, Chinese rebels retreated to the mountains of San Pablo, Laguna, where they engaged government forces composed of about 200 Spaniards, 300 Japanese, and 1,500 native Filipinos under the leadership of Cristobal de Arqueta Honcha. After Spanish reprisals, total casualties were estimated at 15,000-20,000. The rebellion was quelled only with the arrival of 4,000 Kapampangan soldiers. By 1639, the Chinese were again rising in revolt, led by Christian converts (married to native women) who protested being conscripted to clear new lands under extremely rigorous conditions, and being made to pay fees teacher s corner AS a teacher, I can be passionate about a lot of things. But what I am most passionate about is my dedication to impart knowledge to my students. This is what fuels my desire to go on, every single day, with my chosen vocation. Simply put, I love to teach. When our students listen to us and they learn what we teach them, this motivates us to reach our ultimate goal that is, to see our students be successful individuals. After all the seminars we have to go through, all the meetings, all the memos we have to abide by, at the end of the day, what matters is our Magbalawe Aleesus Manarang Passion by Joshua P. Mangune desire to impart knowledge to the children. Are we well rewarded for our efforts? Yes we are, although we don t make much in this field. But this does not stop us from wanting to make a difference in the lives of our students. Surprisingly, the low salaries of teachers in the country, and the lack of equipment, classrooms and even manpower, do not stop professionals from flocking to this field. What apparently attracts them to the teaching profession is the power to teach kids what is necessary for them to conquer the world, so to for licenses, about P25 each. The rebellion spread to areas north and south of Manila, until the rebels were defeated in Antipolo. A year later, the Macabebe-reinforced Spanish army massacred the Chinese. Between 1662 and 1663, Spanish forces abandoned the Zamboanga garrison and moved troops to Manila in anticipation of an attack by the Chinese pirate Koxinga, who never arrived. The performance of the Kapampangans once again impressed the Spanish authorities; three years later, Governor General Pedro Bravo Acuña organized the first Filipino companies, led mostly by Kapampangan captains with 1,000 to 2,000 Kapampangan foot soldiers. Reforms Powered by local support of Kapampangan soldiers, Spanish authorities undertook ambitious expansion of colonial territory. In 1606, the Spaniards began exploring and conquering lands in the archipelago and Southeast Asia, tagging along Kapampangan soldiers. One Kapampangan captain won distinction in these expeditions: Francisco Palaot. He stood side by side with Governor General Bravo de Acuña, who led a voyage to the Moluccas in On March 6, 1608 King Philip III issued an order putting an end to the abuses being committed by Spaniards in the islands, such as the forced recruitment of native men as workers during times of planting and harvesting. In 1609, the polos y servicios (conscript labor) policy ensured manpower for public works projects and naval battles against the Dutch, which continued until On May 26 an order revised the policy, e.g., natives only the Chinese and the Japanese were required to render service. The clergy who were tasked with supervising the forced labor soon committed abuses, which were promptly reported to the King, who advised Governor Silva on 7th of December 1610 to take action on the complaints of Quiapo natives against Jesuits. Seven years later on December 19, King Philip IV ordered Governor General Alfonso Fajardo de Tenza to put an end to the abuses being perpetrated by the friars in the islands, which the King said were the cause of local revolts. (To be continued) speak. Teachers also experience despair when their students are not willing to learn. They also feel burned out, drained of all their energy, because of all the hours they put in inside and outside of class to be of service to the children. In this time when education is changing and evolving, society needs teachers who are more than willing to just teach teachers with passion and teachers with heart. The author is Teacher 1, Palinlang Elementary School. quotable quotes The size of your success is measured by the strength of your desire; the size of your dream; and how you handle disappointment along the way. Robert Kiyosaki Need to modernize PAGASA The PAGASA is one of the oldest government institutions in the land. It is also perhaps one of the most outmoded and underequipped in Asia as it has been left behind by modern meteorological advancements. WHILE it s quite unfair, we often blame the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) whenever we experience faulty forecasts or somewhat inaccurate weather reports. Since I was a kid just like other kids who are excited about hearing from the PAGASA on the announcement that classes are suspended due to a typhoon I merely rely on the said agency s forecast, reports and updates on the weather. Of course weatherman Amado Pineda s voice and simple stature are still fresh in my mind, as many kids then were anticipating for his announcement of no classes. For many children As of this then, adverse weather forecasts are like lifesavers : writing they usually have happy fac- Alvin H. Arceo es because classes are suspended due to inclement weather. The PAGASA is one of the oldest government institutions in the land. It is also perhaps one of the most outmoded and underequipped in Asia as it has been left behind by modern meteorological advancements. In terms of equipment, the said office relies on mostly analog apparatuses and gadgets. If we are to compare, it is noteworthy that other countries are using digital gadgetries and weather equipment, far advanced than ours. On personnel, there is no doubt that we may have the best meteorologists in the world. Sadly however, the said agency is also a perennial victim of brain drain, with its finest weathermen leaving the office for greener pastures abroad. With their quest for better lives and compensation abroad, we need not guess as to why they are leaving the country and their jobs at PAGASA. We cannot blame them for doing so as a matter of fact. The country lies on the Pacific Ring of Fire. This means that we are the passageway of tropical depressions, storms, typhoons and other weather disturbances. We cannot avoid these natural phenomena, but we can surely do some measures to somehow alleviate their effects. One way of preparing for these weather occurrences is by forecasting their locations and determining their paths. To determine these, we need modern equipment to accurately predict their trajectories. With this, we can forewarn areas where the said occurrences shall pass. This is where disaster-preparedness and management set in. Recently, the PAGASA has announced their acquisition of five more Doppler radars to be installed in strategic areas to complement those that are already in place in Cagayan, Eastern Samar, Quezon province, Baguio City, Subic, Tagaytay, Cebu, Virac in Catanduanes, Batanes, Palawan, Iloilo, South Cotabato, and in Agusan del Sur. The said Dopplers that will be purchased will somehow give a big boost to the country s weather agency and disaster management. They are the new eyes in the sky in addition to PAGASA s existing ones as part of the modernization, albeit slow, of our country s premier weather bureau. Aside from the Dopplers, other weather equipment and facilities need to be modernized. Many of PAGASA s employees are also in need of their salaries and benefits upgrade to avoid the resignation of our finest weathermen in the land. This writer welcomes other views, comments, and reactions. You may send your message at

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Yung mga fans day niya sa iba t ibang lugar ay patunay na talagang si Alden ang paborito nila. At siyempre, mas lalo ang dadami ang mga endorsement ng aktor dahil nga suportado siya ng GMA 7. At heto ka, suportado rin ng network ang mga albums ni Alden kaya talagang dinumog ng fans ang launch ng kanyang Wish I May album niya na gold record na ngayon. Isa pang malaking event na kasasangkutan ni Alden ay ang Tamang Panahon gathering ng AlDub Nation sa October 24. Mababasa ang detalye nito sa item na ito. Isinapubliko na ni Lola Nidora nitong Sabado sa Kalyeserye ng Eat Bulaga ang sorpresa niya kina Alden, Yaya Dub at sa buong Al- Dub Nation. Ito ay ang makabuluhang pagsama-sama sa Philippine Arena sa Bulacan sa Sabado, Oktubre 24. Ngunit hindi simpleng pagkikita-kita ang plano ni Nidora dahil nais niya itong maging makabuluhan at makasaysayan. Pagpapakita raw ito na hindi lang kilig ang hatid ng AlDub kung hindi mayroon ding mabuting hangarin. Ito na raw ang pinakamalaking kaganapan sa Eat Bulaga sa loob ng mahigit 36 na taon ng programa sa telebisyon. Pagkatapos na i-announce ang tungkol sa Tamang Panahon concert, pinutakti agad ito ng fans ng AlDub kaya halos sold-out na lalo na ang Patron side na P1,200 ang halaga. Talagang dumating na ang tamang panahon sa AlDub loveteam nina Alden Richards at Maine Mendoza o Yaya Dub para sila y mapanood na nagpe-perform na magkasama sa stage, hindi dubsmash at hindi split screen. Matagal na itong hinihintay ng AlDub Nation at dumating na ang araw na kanilang hinihintay. At maganap nga ito Sabado na sa Philippine Arena magaganap sa October 24 ang muling pagkikita at first time na pagpeperform nang live nina Alden a t Maine. Ang sabi sa amin, magdu-duet, may holding hands at baka may besobeso pang magaganap sa araw na yun sa Philippine Arena at yun din ang laman ng blue folder at sorpresa ni Lola Nidora (Wally Bayola) sa AlDub. Magbebenta ng tiket ang EB para sa Oct. 24 dahil ang kikitain ay gagamitin para magpatayo ng AlDub Libraries sa different parts ng bansa. Mabibili ang tiket sa Eastwood Mall, National Bookstores, Resorts World, Ayala Malls at Robinsons Dept. Store. Five tickets lang ang allowed sa mga bibili and as of Saturday, sold out na ang VIP ticket at P1,200, paubos na ang P600 one hour after the announcement. Doors open at 6 a.m., show starts at 10 a.m. Bago ang announcement na mangyayari sa Oct. 24, ginawaran muna si Alden ng Gold Record Award para sa Wish I May album niya sa GMA Records kahit hindi pa formal na nalu-launch. Thank you! Wala na akong masabi. Diyos ko, Lord! Para ito sa Aldenatics, sa Al- Dub Nation, sa mom ko, sa family ko, sa GMA Records at kay Maine, sabi ni Alden sa bagong gold record award habang slight na naiyak. Jiro Manio lalabas na sa rehab at sa bahay ni Ai Ai titira MALAPIT nang lumabas ang young actor na si Jiro Manio sa wellness facility na pinagdalhan ng kanyang ina-inahan na si Ai-Ai de Las Alas. Paglabas nito ay kay Ai-Ai na ito titira dahil gusto ng comedy queen na masubaybayan nito ang anakanakan hanggang sa tuluyan na nitong maibalik ang self-confidence. Suportado si Ai-Ai ng kanyang mga anak na sina Sancho, Nicolo at Sofia at kanyang boyfriend na si Gerald Sibayan sa pagtulong kay Jiro. Willing na rin si Jiro na balikan ang showbiz at magiging comeback project niya ang pang-mother s Day presentation ng Regal Films kung saan mag-ina ang magiging role nina Ai-Ai at Jiro. Si Ai-Ai mismo ang nag-request sa Regal Matriach na si Mother Lily Monteverde na isama si Jiro sa movie na kanyang gagawin. Sa huling biyahe ni Ai-Ai sa Tokyo, Japan ay muli niyang sinubukan na makontak ang ama ni Jiro, ang Japanese national na si Yusuke Katakura pero hindi siya nagtagumpay. Pero hindi raw titigil si Ai-Ai hanggang hindi ito natutupad. Dahil sa ginintuang puso ni Ai-Ai, patuloy na bumubuhos ang biyaya sa kanya ngayon. Dala-dalawa ang kanyang TV shows sa GMA, ang CelebriTV tuwing Sabado ng hapon at ang Sunday PinaSaya tuwing Linggo nang tanghali. Kasalukuyan din niyang ginagawa ang kanyang pang-mmff movie na My Bebe Love (#Kilig- PaMore) with Vic Sotto kasama ang phenomenal loveteam nina Alden Richards at Maine `Yaya Dub Mendoza mula sa direksiyon ni Joey Javier Reyes at kabi-kabila rin ang kanyang mga shows both here and abroad.

7 OCTOBER 23-25, 2015 Headline Gitnang Luzon 7 relief operations... from Page 1 public market... from Page 1 project will enhance the market s current condition by upgrading facilities such as stalls, pathways, comfort rooms, parking areas, among others. During the construction period, the vendors shall be provided with temporary market space through the partnership of the city government and Golden Group Gabay Puhunan Brotherhood Multi-Purpose Cooperative dengue-free... from Page 1 and Barangay Dengue Summit 2015, was attended by residents representing Barangays Sta. Lucia, Pandaras, Del Pilar, San Nicolas, San Felipe and San Pedro. The meet aims to increase awareness on the dengue situation, strengthen surveillance capability of the barangays, and remove possible and existing mosquito breeding sites. The City Government of San Fernando, through its City Health Office (CHO), distributed to each barangay sacks of KitiKiti X, a powder-based solution that kills mosquito larvae when directly applied to stagnant water. City officials and officers also signed a covenant as a gesture of their commitment to help combat dengue, a unorthodox... from Page 2 If my detractors make fun of me, so be it, as long as I have done my duty as mayor of this city. I am proud of what the city has accomplished with that campaign, he said. It was during the 2013 massive flooding that hundreds of residents were infected with the unoppossed... from Page 2 his administration are centered on providing muchneeded projects such as irrigation, farm equipments, farm-to-market roads, fertilizers, seedlings and other programs aimed to assist farmers cooperatives. Since our town is a farming municipality, many of our projects and programs are for our farmers, he said. Macapagal and Salas line-up include Councilors Cesar Lagman, Edilberto Mangulabnan, Jerry Sagum, Esmeralda Suba, Jun Floren Ocampo, Allan Estacio, Bryan Taruc and Elpidio Mangalus. deped-3... from Page 2 formulated by the various DepEd Schools Division Offices together with the IP Community representatives through a Declaration of Commitment to be held during the Culminating Ceremony on October 23, 2015 at the DepEd Regional Office. The Regional Celebration will also highlight an IPED Video Presentation from the School Divisions of Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Tarlac, Pampanga, Zambales, Angeles City, Olongapo City, and Mabalacat City. A special number which will feature the different rituals will also be rendered by the leaders of the different IP Communities in Central Luzon. DepEd OIC-Regional Director Malcolm S. Garma will also lead the tying of the Region III Cloth during the said program. In August 2015, the Department of Education (DepEd) adopted the Indigenous Peoples Education Curriculum Framework (DepEd Order No. 32, s. 2015) which aims to provide guidance to schools and other Inc. We are doing this to upgrade the condition of the city s market and promote healthy competition between the local vendors and big companies, said CEED chief Levy Tiomico. For his part, Mayor Santiago said that this move will not only increase the profit of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises but also promote the culture of disease. According to records, this year s number of lepto victims dwindled from 600 to nil, either due to the decrease in the flooding of this city, or Paulino s rat campaign. Olongapo City is not on the top list of the country s number of lepto According to Provincial Social Welfare and Development (PSWD) Officer Elizabeth Baybayan, more than 2,000 food packs were distributed in Barangays San Agustin and Paralaya in Candaba yesterday. The provincial government also distributed food packs to six barangays in San Simon, San Luis and Arayat, benefitting 2,896 families. According to a report released by the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, a total of 34,049 families or 154,274 individuals were affected by the typhoon in the province while 2,068 families or 8,155 individuals are temporarily staying in various evacuation centers. In agriculture, damages in 13, hectares of land reached P272,083,495 million, affecting 9,199 farmers. It can be noted that the Sangguniang Panlalawigan through Resolution No. 4065, has declared seven towns of the province Arayat, Candaba, Apalit, Masantol, Macabebe, San Luis and San Simon under a state of calamity, due to the devastating effects of Typhoon Lando in the said towns. Baybayan said officials and personnel from the capitol will roam the province to ensure that the affected individuals will receive assistance from the provincial government. traditional palengke. The welfare of every Fernandino comes first, with this makeover both vendors and marketgoers shall benefit. We will make the market flood-free to attract Fernandinos and investors, he said. Capping the event was a breakfast boodle fight with Mayor Santiago, market vendors, Councilors BJ Lagman and Nelson Lingat, and city employees. mosquito-borne disease that has become highly prevalent not only in the province but also in most parts of the country. Signatories of the pact were City Councilors Angie Hizon and Nelson Lingat; Barangay Captains Herman Quiwa, Rosemary Calimlim, Jerry Canlas and Edsel Miranda; City Health Officer Dr. Eloisa Aquino and RHU-3 Physician Dr. Elma Manarang. In her remarks, Aquino stressed the importance of unity and diligence in fighting dengue within the grassroots. The CHO will also conduct the drive in the rest of San Fernando s 35 barangays before the end of this year. victims this year, records also show. Paulino will be going against former Mayor James Bong Gordon Jr., brother of Philippine National Red Cross Chairman Richard Gordon. James held the title of mayor before losing to Paulino in the 2010 elections. The LGU of San Luis under the administration of Macapagal has a good working relationship with the Sanggunian Bayan, barangay chairmen, department heads and local employees. It has been awarded multiple times by the DILG for Good Housekeeping and Seal of Good Local Governance. The administration of Macapagal was also awarded the Gawad Magsasaka by the DA and DAR last year. The LGU also garnered various awards from private and government sectors, both local and national. (PR) education programs as they engage with indigenous communities in contextualizing the K to 12 Curriculum based on their respective educational and social contexts. The said framework is a fruit of a series of consultations with community elders, leaders and implementers of communitybased Indigenous Peoples Education (IPEd) initiatives. As a major milestone in the enhancement of the IPEd Program, it will benefit more than 1.19-million IP learners enrolled in public schools, as well learners enrolled in community and civil society organization-run schools. In line with this, DepEd has started a training program for teachers and school heads in schools serving indigenous communities. The IPEd curriculum framework is guided by the principles of inclusion, participation, and empowerment as provided by DepEd s National IPEd Policy Framework (DepEd Order No. 62, s or DO62 ) and is consistent with the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) of 1997 and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) which specify the right of IPs to establish and control their educational systems and institutions. rewards... from Page 2 to policemen who are doing good in their jobs, while stricter penalties await those who continue to engage in illegal activities. According to Lacadin, the purging is in line with the standing directive of Interior and Local Secretary Mel Senen Sarmiento in reforming the rank and file of the Philippine National Police. Under my leadership, PRO3 is continuously intensifying its cleansing of police personnel to regain the public s trust and confidence, Lacadin told the Journal in an interview. He particularly mentioned during the interview about his standing order against police officers who are involved in high-profile crimes especially illegal drugs. Lacadin also admonished policemen who hide under their uniforms to commit crimes, the reason behind the loss of public s trust in the PNP. From January to date, a total of 127 administrative cases have been filed against 152 erring police personnel, nine of whom are police commissioned officers and the remaining 143, police non-commissioned officers. Based on records from PRO3 s Discipline Law and Order Section (DLOS), the primary unit tasked to impose disciplinary action against erring policemen, a total of 37 PNP personnel were dismissed from the police service while 52 were suspended, 11 were meted with demotion to the next lower rank, one separated from the service and 34 were exonerated from their administrative cases. Lacadin said those meted with disciplinary action were all given due process during the duration of the investigations before final decisions were released. We will continue to weed out hoodlums in uniforms and punish the undisciplined among our ranks through the strict application of the punitive sanctions for violations of PNP rules and regulations, and intensified counter-intelligence efforts against illegal activities of PNP personnel, Lacadin said. napc... from Page 3 Be heard! Send us your comments & opinions mail US: 2nd Floor, U2 Building, Dolores, McArthur, Hi-way, City of San Fernando, Pampanga US: headlinegitnangluzon@gmail.com gether, we can make an impact to end impoverishment, he added. October was declared as the National Week for Overcoming Extreme Poverty through Proclamation No. 717 signed on October 18, 2004 by then President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. The Proclamation designated NAPC to lead, coordinate, monitor and evaluate the nationwide yearly observance of the NWOEP. (NAPC) asean integration... from Page 3 workers, recognition will also be given to five provinces, and their respective provincial agriculturists and corn coordinators, 25 municipalities, as well as their municipal agricultural officers and corn coordinators, de Luna announced. Agriculture Secretary Proceso J. Alcala, who will lead the awarding rites, expressed satisfaction at the current status of the Philippine corn sector, stressing that the steady annual production have greatly contributed to the overall growth of Philippine agriculture. Aside from quantity, the government has always been watchful on the quality of corn produced. As such, Good Agricultural Practices have always been followed at all layers of the value chain, he said. In addition to these, mechanization and postharvest facilities with standardized processing protocols have been strictly implemented to assure quality and competitive products, Alcala added. (DA) FOR DESKTOP PCs SMARTPHONES & TABLETS! You can grab our Digital Edition Copy via & click Cover Today

8 special feature VOLUME IV NO. 92 OCTOBER 23-25, 2015 FRIDAY - SUNDAY Ordinary people doing extraordinary deeds BY DENCIO PACHECO IT WAS in September in 2013 when Facebook friends from Pampanga decided to give birth to a social networking group, the Taga Pampanga Ku (TPK). Mark Joseph David of Magalang and Nomer Medina of Arayat started it all and united Kapampangans all over the world with the internet as their point of convergence. After its conception, it became a Facebook page that merely provided information on weather, crimes, happenings, incidents and various activities and updates. It also posted articles and photos of history, including other relevant and informative pieces that helped in the cultivation of the Filipino culture in the minds of everyone visiting the web page. Eventually, it became the meeting place and virtual tambayan of the members of the group and their guests and friends who later on joined the TPK. A moderator or administrator (admin) managed the uploads and the conversations in the said website. Worthy to note is the contribution of Admin Maris Dizon of Sta. Rita town, who complemented the idea of the group to level up the activities of the TPK not just on the internet but also outside the worldwide web. Soon, the TPK came up with the idea for the group to engage in helping others in need. Through brainstorming and sharing of ideas, members of the group decided to visit marginalized communities and dole out slightly used clothes, dental kits, rubber slippers, basic school supplies for children and grocery items. The group also engaged in feeding programs, with their beneficiaries entertained with songs and performances while being fed not with a simple meal but with sumptuous Kapampangan dishes. Such activities, which they call as missions, started in Sapang Uwak in Porac, then in Katutubo Village in Planas of the same town. The group had likewise visited San Antonio Elementary School in Bacolor where they delighted school children with various school supplies, food and entertainment. The group s fourth mission was quite different as they visited and extended various help to fire victims composed of several families in Sto. Cristo, Guagua town. Their latest good deed meanwhile happened in Barangay La Paz Turu in Arayat town where they brought relief goods, school supplies and even gave small amounts of cash to families in the said barangay. We may wonder where the group gets its funding to shoulder the things they give away. For their first mission, members shared each other s resources until they had enough to give joy to their recipients. Because of the appreciation of the other members of the group on TPK s civic activities, many of them eventually gave their own little share for the succeeding missions. Later on, TPK members from other countries, many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), sent some funds for the missions with some members in the country also extended their share, in their own little ways. The TPK is all about bonding, friendship, sharing, joy in giving, equality, willingness, transparency and volunteerism. Milton Vasquez, the chairman of the group once said, We find happiness in helping other people through our own small ways. TPK means happy children. School supplies ready for distribution. Truckloads of help and happiness. The TPK is composed of ordinary people doing extraordinary deeds. A TPK member handing out some snacks and candies to children