CITY OF SAN FERNANDO — Giant lantern maker Eric Quiwa of Barangay Sta. Lucia said Monday that he and his fellow “Parol Masters” are all set to reveal their secrets in the Giant Lantern Festival (GLF) this month.
During the media tour facilitated by this city’s tourism and information offices, Quiwa said they are on the finishing stages of crafting the giant lanterns measuring about 20 feet in diameter for the upcoming 11 barangay tilt.
“We are now working on the rotors which will put the play of the lights with the music. For Sta. Lucia’s entry this year, we have 10 rotors that we have been working on for the past 10 days. Each costs about P15,000 to P20,000 and will put into show our secrets for the showdown,” Quiwa told Sun.Star Pampanga.
The giant lantern alone, he noted, took two months to put together, excluding months of designing. He said the lanterns have to be placed on the drawing board five years in advance.
A giant lantern costs some P500,000 and is assembled by 20 crew members, each on a respective assignment from papering, electrical installation and rotor-driving.
“Putting all of these together will take us until Friday evening when we do the final checks and testing at the GLF site. That’s the time our secrets which will set us apart will be revealed to win the crown and top prize. It will again be a combination of rotor play, self-mixed music, colors and the important human factor,” Quiwa added.
Giving a sneak peak at Sta. Lucia’s lantern, which he hopes would hit the grand slam, Quiwa said materials play an important part in the aesthetic value of the parols.
“This year, we used just white craft paper and bond paper. Kami ang gumagamit nito sa GLF. These materials allow us to stress the value of hues, shading and our secret combinations,” he said.
Showing the master plan, Quiwa said their entry hooks on “nations in unity.” To reveal the secrets, he said he personally takes on the rotors during the first round and opening salvo during the competition.
“You will be surprised and amazed on how we will portray people figures holding each other’s hands and in a variety of colors. That’s one of the secrets we will show but there are a lot more of that people will see in the GLF,” said Quiwa.
The Giant Lantern making is slated on December 15, 2012 at the Robinsons Starmills in the city.
http://www.sunstar.com.ph/pampanga/local-news/2012/12/10/lantern-making-masters-all-set-reveal-secrets-257692
The best getaway destination vacation spot near Manila convenient safe and accessible is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark Pampanga.
Event organizers and companies in Manila travel out of town to the north to hold their team building events and company outings in a good resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort located in Clark is well regarded as one of the best venues for team building near Manila.
Quiet place for rest and relaxation near Manila, in Subic, Angeles City Pampanga and Clark Philippines is something that residents of Manila travelling to the north for a short getaway are looking for. Clark is already a popular destination for golfers from Manila. Clark Freeport offers some of the best golf courses in Pampanga and outshines many golf clubs and golf courses elsewhere in the Philippines. Clark Pampanga offers many good resorts and hotels for a short trip out of Manila, and Clearwater is one of the best places to relax and unwind for a weekend getaway or a short holiday in Pampanga.
This private resort in Pampanga is a frequently visited vacation spot outside of Manila. Included in the list of resorts highly recommended for families with children visiting Clark Philippines is Clearwater Resort located conveniently in the central business district of Clark Freeport which is accessible from Manila.
Free internet WIFI access is offered to guests of this famous hotel in Clark Pampanga. Guests can even connect to Internet WIFI service near the white sand beach, by the famous lake of Clark or in any of the picnic grounds around this resort. This hotel in Clark Philippines is generally considered by Manila residents to be a good place for family trips in Pampanga.
Highly recommended summer vacation destination outside Manila is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark, a safe and convenient tourist spot that offers natural ambience for visitors to enjoy the outdoors with no stress. Private resort is frequently visited during Holy Week and Easter Holidays for residents of Manila travelling out of town on getaway to the north to unwind and relax in outdoor resort.
During holy week, Easter holidays, Christmas, New Year, Halloween and especially the Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival, Manila residents travel out of town to the north to relax and unwind at this famous resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort is the hotel in Clark that visitors prefer for family bonding and team building outside of Manila.
Clearwater Resort and Country Club, Clark Pampanga
Creekside Road near Centennial Expo,
Clark Freeport, Pampanga Philippines 2023
(045) 889-5151 0917-520-4403 0922-870-5177
Joanne or Jeremy or Loydha
Getting to this lake and beach resort in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Philippines
After entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway MA Roxas, passing the stand-along wine shop called Clark Wine Center on the right, continue to bear right making no turns at all, go past Mimosa Leisure Estate on the opposite side of the road, one will hit a major intersection. Go straight and the road becomes Creekside Road. YATS Clearwater Resort and Country Club is on the right just 200m down.
Family Bonding by the famous lake of Clark Pampanga
Manila Sales Office 3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 Rea or Chay
Wedding couples looking for wedding reception venues and beach wedding venues can log on to this Philippines Wedding Venue web site for free information and assistance:
While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list. It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone. For more information, visit http://www.YatsRestaurant.com
YATS Leisure Philippines is a developer and operator of clubs, resorts and high-class restaurants and wine shops in Clark Angeles Philippines http://www.YatsLeisure.com
While in Clark, one might as well add to the itinerary a visit to the famous Clark Wine Center, the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges. http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com
Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines? You may want to check out these sites also:
For jobs and business investment opportunities in the Philippines please visit http://www.yilp.com
Hot Line for what’s happening in Clark: 045 889-5151 or 0927-940-2669 ask for Loydha
0915-542-6250 (Jeramie)
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In front of the San Guillermo Church in Bacolor, Pampanga are (L-R) Mutya Ning Kapampangan candidates Meily Joy Cordero of Sto. Tomas, Sahagun, Anne Marie Claire Sahagun of Sta. Rita, Carolina Samson of Sta. Ana, Michelle Gutierrez of Sasmuan, Regina Rose David of San Simon, Roanne Mei Dayao of San Luis, Sheena Rhea Puno of the City of San Fernando, Emylyn Perez of Porac, Joana Galang of Minalin, Christine Jessa David of Mexico, Marylaine Mallari of Masantol, Shanice Quizon of Magalang;Justine Michelle Balgan of Macabebe, Mary Ann Mungcal of Arayat, , Monica Patricia Camille Bulanday of Floridablanca, Mary Rose Alde of Candaba, Apple Rose Rodil of Guagua, Olive Anne Medina of Mabalacat City, Ruffa Yumang of Apalit, Fatima Khokhawalla of Lubao, Rona Villamor of Bacolor and Abeleda, Marie Eugenie Abeleda of Angeles City.
After more than a month of intensive preparations and the usual struggles that go along with it, the question frequently asked in beauty pageants will be answered Monday at the coronation night of Mutya Ning Kapampangan 2012: Who is the fairest of them all?
Pageant chairperson Board Member Olga Frances “Fritzie” David-Dizon said Pampanga’s 19 towns and three cities were all represented as pushed by Gov. Lilia Pineda.
“It is an open race. I will be not surprised if your personal choices will not be the eventual major winners. But what’s noticeable is that the candidates of the 2012 batch are made up of a rare combination of beauty and brains,” said David-Dizon, who accompanied the 22 candidates in their mall tours at the SM City Pampanga, SM Savemore in Apalit and Marquee Mall in Angeles City.
Veteran broadcasters and Perry Pangan of 95.1 DWRW FM and John Susi of 105.5 Ultimate FM invited the candidates to their respective news program and a couple of times on air they said this year’s batch is made up of intelligent and pretty candidates.
Provincial Information Officer Joel Mapiles, who hosts a news program on Wednesdays and Fridays at 95.1 FM, said “they are indeed very beautiful and sounded they have something very good in between their ears.”
Pineda and Vice Gov. Joseller “Yeng” Guiao are expected to lead the annual beauty pageant at the Bren Z. Guiao Convention Center here. The contest and the Trade Fair, which opened at the SM City Pampanga on December 7, are the highlights of the 441st founding anniversary of Pampanga.
On December 11, the Most Outstanding Kapampangan Awards (MOKA) – considered the climax of the week-long activities—will be held in the same venue.
David-Dizon expressed gratitude to the generous sponsors of the event and the provincial capitol officials and workers led by Provincial Administrator Atty. Andres “Jun” Pangilinan.
“I am just the tip of the iceberg. The other members of the committee and the unseen hands of workers are the ones we must really commend as they ensured the success of the pageant,” said David-Dizon, who included Metro-Manila judges in the swimsuit competition on December 4 at SM City San Fernando Downtown, pre-pageant; talent portion at SM City Clark on December 7; and, at the coronation night.
A “text voting” was sponsored by Sun Cellular. Smart Communications also supported all-out the pageant. Philippines AirAsia is expected to name their choice candidate as “Miss AirAsia.”
David-Dizon and Senior Board Member Cris Garbo earlier led the distribution of bank checks to the 22 candidates representing the province’s subsidy of P50,000 each at the C’ Panizza and Pasta restaurant at the Northwalk 2, JASA Road, City of San Fernando.
“I want to cite the big help of Board Member Garbo as the vice chairperson of the ‘Mutya.’ He is a veteran in handling successful pageants,” said David-Dizon.
For his part, Garbo said the subsidy totalling P1.1 million was released through the efforts of Pineda and Guiao.
Garbo said he had filed an ordinance “institutionalizing” the five major winners of the annual pageant “as ambassadors of goodwill” who will join the governor and other officials in welcoming visitors and help promote the province’s products and tourism destinations.
The 22 other candidates are: Puno, Sheena Rhea P. Puno of this city; Fatima P. Khokhawalla, Lubao; Abeleda, Marie Eugenie B., Angeles City; Yumang, Ruffa K., Apalit; Mungcal, Mary Ann G., Arayat; Villamor, Rona H., Bacolor; Alde, Mary Rose M., Candaba; Bulanday, Monica Patricia Camille A., Floridablanca; Rodil, Apple Rose M., Guagua; Medina, Olive Anne B., Mabalacat City; Balgan, Justine Michelle, Macabebe; Quizon, Shanice A., Magalang; Mallari, Marylaine D., Masantol; Galang, Joana L., Minalin; David, Christine Jessa S., Mexico; Perez, Emylyn D., Porac; Dayao, Roanne Mei S., San Luis; David, Regina Rose G., San Simon; Gutierrez, Michelle G., Sasmuan; Samson, Carolina J., Sta. Ana; Sahagun, Anne Marie Claire D., Sta. Rita; and Cordero, Meily Joy, Sto. Tomas.
Peter de Vera, described as a “selfless artist” for his commitment to improve and recognize the craft of other artists, is the director and choreographer of the pageant. Robert Kentor Canlas of Angeles City handled the media productions.
Reigning Mutya Ning Kapampangan Kimberly Wijangco of Mabalacat City will turn over her crown to the next Miss Pampanga surrounded by her court.
And the winner is… ●–Text by Joey Pavia
Photos by Ric Gonzales
The best getaway destination vacation spot near Manila convenient safe and accessible is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark Pampanga.
Event organizers and companies in Manila travel out of town to the north to hold their team building events and company outings in a good resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort located in Clark is well regarded as one of the best venues for team building near Manila.
Quiet place for rest and relaxation near Manila, in Subic, Angeles City Pampanga and Clark Philippines is something that residents of Manila travelling to the north for a short getaway are looking for. Clark is already a popular destination for golfers from Manila. Clark Freeport offers some of the best golf courses in Pampanga and outshines many golf clubs and golf courses elsewhere in the Philippines. Clark Pampanga offers many good resorts and hotels for a short trip out of Manila, and Clearwater is one of the best places to relax and unwind for a weekend getaway or a short holiday in Pampanga.
This private resort in Pampanga is a frequently visited vacation spot outside of Manila. Included in the list of resorts highly recommended for families with children visiting Clark Philippines is Clearwater Resort located conveniently in the central business district of Clark Freeport which is accessible from Manila.
Free internet WIFI access is offered to guests of this famous hotel in Clark Pampanga. Guests can even connect to Internet WIFI service near the white sand beach, by the famous lake of Clark or in any of the picnic grounds around this resort. This hotel in Clark Philippines is generally considered by Manila residents to be a good place for family trips in Pampanga.
Highly recommended summer vacation destination outside Manila is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark, a safe and convenient tourist spot that offers natural ambience for visitors to enjoy the outdoors with no stress. Private resort is frequently visited during Holy Week and Easter Holidays for residents of Manila travelling out of town on getaway to the north to unwind and relax in outdoor resort.
During holy week, Easter holidays, Christmas, New Year, Halloween and especially the Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival, Manila residents travel out of town to the north to relax and unwind at this famous resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort is the hotel in Clark that visitors prefer for family bonding and team building outside of Manila.
Clearwater Resort and Country Club, Clark Pampanga
Creekside Road near Centennial Expo,
Clark Freeport, Pampanga Philippines 2023
(045) 889-5151 0917-520-4403 0922-870-5177
Joanne or Jeremy or Loydha
Getting to this lake and beach resort in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Philippines
After entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway MA Roxas, passing the stand-along wine shop called Clark Wine Center on the right, continue to bear right making no turns at all, go past Mimosa Leisure Estate on the opposite side of the road, one will hit a major intersection. Go straight and the road becomes Creekside Road. YATS Clearwater Resort and Country Club is on the right just 200m down.
Family Bonding by the famous lake of Clark Pampanga
Manila Sales Office 3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 Rea or Chay
Wedding couples looking for wedding reception venues and beach wedding venues can log on to this Philippines Wedding Venue web site for free information and assistance:
While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list. It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone. For more information, visit http://www.YatsRestaurant.com
YATS Leisure Philippines is a developer and operator of clubs, resorts and high-class restaurants and wine shops in Clark Angeles Philippines http://www.YatsLeisure.com
While in Clark, one might as well add to the itinerary a visit to the famous Clark Wine Center, the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges. http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com
Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines? You may want to check out these sites also:
For jobs and business investment opportunities in the Philippines please visit http://www.yilp.com
Hot Line for what’s happening in Clark: 045 889-5151 or 0927-940-2669 ask for Loydha
0915-542-6250 (Jeramie)
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CITY OF SAN FERNANDO–The Sangguniang Panlalawigan is set to approve the proposed annual budget of P1.7 billion for 2013 mainly intended for the development projects of the province, Senior Board Member Cris Garbo of the First District said during the yearly “Ulat Kapitolio” held at Fontana Convention Center in Clark Freeport.
Garbo, chair of the Committee on Appropriation, said the budget which was approved by his committee would support the commitment of the governor in uplifting the lives of the poor and for countryside development.
He disclosed that the bigger pie of the P1.7-billion budget will be used for the infrastructure projects particularly in the upgrading of roads and improvement of hospitals.
The senior board member said Pineda will empower the provincial hospital, nine district hospitals and one surgical hospital through strengthening their capabilities, provision of enough medical equipment, construction of more buildings and other facilities.
“The good relationship of the provincial executive and legislative branches of the provincial government has paved the way for more infrastructure development and comprehensive delivery of social and health services to the people in need,” Garbo said.
Garbo said they have also allotted budget for flood mitigation projects as the province is perennially visited by floods.
“We will use the budget for mitigation projects to lessen, if not eradicate, the destruction brought by floods such as construction of evacuation centers, strengthening of earth dikes and other related infra projects that would help prevent destructions during calamities,” Garbo added. ●–Elaine Mercado
http://www.headlinegl.com/p1-7-b-for-pampanga-2013-budget-on-track/
The best getaway destination vacation spot near Manila convenient safe and accessible is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark Pampanga.
Event organizers and companies in Manila travel out of town to the north to hold their team building events and company outings in a good resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort located in Clark is well regarded as one of the best venues for team building near Manila.
Quiet place for rest and relaxation near Manila, in Subic, Angeles City Pampanga and Clark Philippines is something that residents of Manila travelling to the north for a short getaway are looking for. Clark is already a popular destination for golfers from Manila. Clark Freeport offers some of the best golf courses in Pampanga and outshines many golf clubs and golf courses elsewhere in the Philippines. Clark Pampanga offers many good resorts and hotels for a short trip out of Manila, and Clearwater is one of the best places to relax and unwind for a weekend getaway or a short holiday in Pampanga.
This private resort in Pampanga is a frequently visited vacation spot outside of Manila. Included in the list of resorts highly recommended for families with children visiting Clark Philippines is Clearwater Resort located conveniently in the central business district of Clark Freeport which is accessible from Manila.
Free internet WIFI access is offered to guests of this famous hotel in Clark Pampanga. Guests can even connect to Internet WIFI service near the white sand beach, by the famous lake of Clark or in any of the picnic grounds around this resort. This hotel in Clark Philippines is generally considered by Manila residents to be a good place for family trips in Pampanga.
Highly recommended summer vacation destination outside Manila is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark, a safe and convenient tourist spot that offers natural ambience for visitors to enjoy the outdoors with no stress. Private resort is frequently visited during Holy Week and Easter Holidays for residents of Manila travelling out of town on getaway to the north to unwind and relax in outdoor resort.
During holy week, Easter holidays, Christmas, New Year, Halloween and especially the Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival, Manila residents travel out of town to the north to relax and unwind at this famous resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort is the hotel in Clark that visitors prefer for family bonding and team building outside of Manila.
Clearwater Resort and Country Club, Clark Pampanga
Creekside Road near Centennial Expo,
Clark Freeport, Pampanga Philippines 2023
(045) 889-5151 0917-520-4403 0922-870-5177
Joanne or Jeremy or Loydha
Getting to this lake and beach resort in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Philippines
After entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway MA Roxas, passing the stand-along wine shop called Clark Wine Center on the right, continue to bear right making no turns at all, go past Mimosa Leisure Estate on the opposite side of the road, one will hit a major intersection. Go straight and the road becomes Creekside Road. YATS Clearwater Resort and Country Club is on the right just 200m down.
Family Bonding by the famous lake of Clark Pampanga
Manila Sales Office 3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 Rea or Chay
Wedding couples looking for wedding reception venues and beach wedding venues can log on to this Philippines Wedding Venue web site for free information and assistance:
While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list. It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone. For more information, visit http://www.YatsRestaurant.com
YATS Leisure Philippines is a developer and operator of clubs, resorts and high-class restaurants and wine shops in Clark Angeles Philippines http://www.YatsLeisure.com
While in Clark, one might as well add to the itinerary a visit to the famous Clark Wine Center, the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges. http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com
Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines? You may want to check out these sites also:
For jobs and business investment opportunities in the Philippines please visit http://www.yilp.com
Hot Line for what’s happening in Clark: 045 889-5151 or 0927-940-2669 ask for Loydha
0915-542-6250 (Jeramie)
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CITY OF SAN FERNANDO — A new two-storey building inside the Diosdado P. Macapagal Memorial Hospital (DPMMH) was formally turned over Monday to the Provincial Government and the hospital’s management by the Department of Health-Center for Health and Development (DOH-CHD).
DOH-CHD director Dr. Leonita Gorgolon led the inauguration along with Governor Pineda and Dr. Eddie Ponio, hospital administrator.
Gorgolon cited the efforts of the Provincial Government in the delivery of quality health services to the people.
“The new facility is aimed at enhancing the delivery of basic health services to the Kapampangans in the whole province,” she said.
Ponio, meanwhile, said the two-storey building was conceptualized due to the continuous increase in patients, adding it is now ready to accommodate a maximum of 102 patients in PhilHealth Room, private and semi-private rooms, pedia ward, medical ward and surgical room.
He said another building is being constructed to serve as administrative offices and diagnostic clinics for CT scan and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), complete with state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and facilities.
Pineda, for her part, said the Provincial Government is thankful to the National Government, particularly to the DOH, for providing the said building.
“This is in line with our vision of making Pampanga the healthiest province not only in Region III (Central Luzon) but in the whole country,” the governor said.
The inauguration and turnover rites were also graced by other Provincial Government officials.
http://www.sunstar.com.ph/pampanga/local-news/2012/12/10/health-office-turns-over-new-dpmmh-building-capitol-257693
The best getaway destination vacation spot near Manila convenient safe and accessible is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark Pampanga.
Event organizers and companies in Manila travel out of town to the north to hold their team building events and company outings in a good resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort located in Clark is well regarded as one of the best venues for team building near Manila.
Quiet place for rest and relaxation near Manila, in Subic, Angeles City Pampanga and Clark Philippines is something that residents of Manila travelling to the north for a short getaway are looking for. Clark is already a popular destination for golfers from Manila. Clark Freeport offers some of the best golf courses in Pampanga and outshines many golf clubs and golf courses elsewhere in the Philippines. Clark Pampanga offers many good resorts and hotels for a short trip out of Manila, and Clearwater is one of the best places to relax and unwind for a weekend getaway or a short holiday in Pampanga.
This private resort in Pampanga is a frequently visited vacation spot outside of Manila. Included in the list of resorts highly recommended for families with children visiting Clark Philippines is Clearwater Resort located conveniently in the central business district of Clark Freeport which is accessible from Manila.
Free internet WIFI access is offered to guests of this famous hotel in Clark Pampanga. Guests can even connect to Internet WIFI service near the white sand beach, by the famous lake of Clark or in any of the picnic grounds around this resort. This hotel in Clark Philippines is generally considered by Manila residents to be a good place for family trips in Pampanga.
Highly recommended summer vacation destination outside Manila is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark, a safe and convenient tourist spot that offers natural ambience for visitors to enjoy the outdoors with no stress. Private resort is frequently visited during Holy Week and Easter Holidays for residents of Manila travelling out of town on getaway to the north to unwind and relax in outdoor resort.
During holy week, Easter holidays, Christmas, New Year, Halloween and especially the Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival, Manila residents travel out of town to the north to relax and unwind at this famous resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort is the hotel in Clark that visitors prefer for family bonding and team building outside of Manila.
Clearwater Resort and Country Club, Clark Pampanga
Creekside Road near Centennial Expo,
Clark Freeport, Pampanga Philippines 2023
(045) 889-5151 0917-520-4403 0922-870-5177
Joanne or Jeremy or Loydha
Getting to this lake and beach resort in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Philippines
After entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway MA Roxas, passing the stand-along wine shop called Clark Wine Center on the right, continue to bear right making no turns at all, go past Mimosa Leisure Estate on the opposite side of the road, one will hit a major intersection. Go straight and the road becomes Creekside Road. YATS Clearwater Resort and Country Club is on the right just 200m down.
Family Bonding by the famous lake of Clark Pampanga
Manila Sales Office 3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 Rea or Chay
Wedding couples looking for wedding reception venues and beach wedding venues can log on to this Philippines Wedding Venue web site for free information and assistance:
While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list. It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone. For more information, visit http://www.YatsRestaurant.com
YATS Leisure Philippines is a developer and operator of clubs, resorts and high-class restaurants and wine shops in Clark Angeles Philippines http://www.YatsLeisure.com
While in Clark, one might as well add to the itinerary a visit to the famous Clark Wine Center, the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges. http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com
Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines? You may want to check out these sites also:
For jobs and business investment opportunities in the Philippines please visit http://www.yilp.com
Hot Line for what’s happening in Clark: 045 889-5151 or 0927-940-2669 ask for Loydha
0915-542-6250 (Jeramie)
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CITY OF SAN FERNANDO — Some 2,000 farmers and cooperative officials flocked to this year’s 4th Butil Farmers’ Congress Monday, as part of the Butil Farmers Party’s annual symposium for the agricultural sector.
Butil Representative Agapito Guanlao led the event, which was held at the Northern Hilaga (Paskuhan Village) and was attended by Department of Agriculture (DA) Undersecretary for Administration and Finance Antonio Fleta, Representative Ma. Milagros Magsaysay, and DA Regional Director Andrew Villacorta.
“Their presence here is an indication of the complete trust of the people of the region in the party as a legitimate party-list group,” Guanlao said, pertaining to the recent Commission on Elections (Comelec) decision barring it for participating in next year’s polls.
Guanlao earlier slammed the “selective cleansing” done by Comelec, alleging that the disqualification of Butil and other party-list groups is whimsical, flawed and inconsistent.
The Supreme Court (SC) stopped the poll body from enforcing its disqualification decisions on Butil.
During the congress, farmers were given assistance like farm inputs, seeds, fertilizers and other farm-related equipments. The farmers were also given free raffle prizes.
Fleta and Villacorta lauded the event, saying such activities help in the promotion of DA programs for farmers, adding that cooperatives can avail of DA programs.
“The DA programs on food production could only be achieved through the help of farmers and cooperatives,” Fleta said.
Meanwhile, Guanlao said the event also serves as a consultative event to improve Butil programs and to address the needs of the farmers.
Representatives of Butil have been involved in authoring several House bills. They sought to extend the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program by 10 years, from 2008 to 2018. They also filed the National Food Security Act of 2008, which would create a security council to oversee food inventory; the Philippine Fruits Development Act of 2009, which would develop the fruit industry; and a pending act to develop a state emergency fund for the protection of farmers, to be called Sagip fund.
Butil has supported the Magna Carta for the Poor and the declaration of May 15 as a National Day for Farmers.
http://www.sunstar.com.ph/pampanga/local-news/2012/12/10/2000-flock-farmers-congress-257694
The best getaway destination vacation spot near Manila convenient safe and accessible is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark Pampanga.
Event organizers and companies in Manila travel out of town to the north to hold their team building events and company outings in a good resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort located in Clark is well regarded as one of the best venues for team building near Manila.
Quiet place for rest and relaxation near Manila, in Subic, Angeles City Pampanga and Clark Philippines is something that residents of Manila travelling to the north for a short getaway are looking for. Clark is already a popular destination for golfers from Manila. Clark Freeport offers some of the best golf courses in Pampanga and outshines many golf clubs and golf courses elsewhere in the Philippines. Clark Pampanga offers many good resorts and hotels for a short trip out of Manila, and Clearwater is one of the best places to relax and unwind for a weekend getaway or a short holiday in Pampanga.
This private resort in Pampanga is a frequently visited vacation spot outside of Manila. Included in the list of resorts highly recommended for families with children visiting Clark Philippines is Clearwater Resort located conveniently in the central business district of Clark Freeport which is accessible from Manila.
Free internet WIFI access is offered to guests of this famous hotel in Clark Pampanga. Guests can even connect to Internet WIFI service near the white sand beach, by the famous lake of Clark or in any of the picnic grounds around this resort. This hotel in Clark Philippines is generally considered by Manila residents to be a good place for family trips in Pampanga.
Highly recommended summer vacation destination outside Manila is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark, a safe and convenient tourist spot that offers natural ambience for visitors to enjoy the outdoors with no stress. Private resort is frequently visited during Holy Week and Easter Holidays for residents of Manila travelling out of town on getaway to the north to unwind and relax in outdoor resort.
During holy week, Easter holidays, Christmas, New Year, Halloween and especially the Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival, Manila residents travel out of town to the north to relax and unwind at this famous resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort is the hotel in Clark that visitors prefer for family bonding and team building outside of Manila.
Clearwater Resort and Country Club, Clark Pampanga
Creekside Road near Centennial Expo,
Clark Freeport, Pampanga Philippines 2023
(045) 889-5151 0917-520-4403 0922-870-5177
Joanne or Jeremy or Loydha
Getting to this lake and beach resort in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Philippines
After entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway MA Roxas, passing the stand-along wine shop called Clark Wine Center on the right, continue to bear right making no turns at all, go past Mimosa Leisure Estate on the opposite side of the road, one will hit a major intersection. Go straight and the road becomes Creekside Road. YATS Clearwater Resort and Country Club is on the right just 200m down.
Family Bonding by the famous lake of Clark Pampanga
Manila Sales Office 3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 Rea or Chay
Wedding couples looking for wedding reception venues and beach wedding venues can log on to this Philippines Wedding Venue web site for free information and assistance:
While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list. It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone. For more information, visit http://www.YatsRestaurant.com
YATS Leisure Philippines is a developer and operator of clubs, resorts and high-class restaurants and wine shops in Clark Angeles Philippines http://www.YatsLeisure.com
While in Clark, one might as well add to the itinerary a visit to the famous Clark Wine Center, the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges. http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com
Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines? You may want to check out these sites also:
For jobs and business investment opportunities in the Philippines please visit http://www.yilp.com
Hot Line for what’s happening in Clark: 045 889-5151 or 0927-940-2669 ask for Loydha
0915-542-6250 (Jeramie)
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CLARK FREEPORT ZONE — Two of the most strategic defense posts of the United States, which the Philippine government turned into economic zones beginning in 1992, are now among the country’s biggest job centers, doubling or tripling the employment levels during the heyday of the American bases.
The former Clark Air Base in Pampanga province and Subic Naval Base in Zambales province — now the Clark Freeport and Subic Bay Freeport, respectively — employ a total of 117,723 workers.
Clark had 50,184 workers last month, according to records of Clark Development Corp. (CDC). Subic had 67,539 workers as of April, according to Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA).
The number of jobs at Clark is more than double the 22,000 workers hired by the 13th Air Force up until the pullout of US troops in 1991, according to CDC president Levy Laus.
Over at Subic, the employment figure is more than thrice the 20,000 workers there until the Seventh Fleet withdrew in 1992, SBMA Administrator Armand Arreza said.
CDC and SBMA are government-owned corporations created by Congress to oversee the conversion of Clark and Subic. Their mother agency is the Bases Conversion Development Authority (BCDA).
Pullout of US forces
The government undertook the base conversion program in 1992, a year after the pullout of the US military and the eruptions of Mt. Pinatubo.
The Philippines regained control of the base lands, which cover at least 100,000 hectares, when the Senate rejected the extension of the 1947 military bases agreement in 1991.
Laus said the growing employment at Clark could be attributed to the “increased confidence of investors and locators in President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo’s support for the development of the free port.”
Tax incentives regained
Investors regained their tax incentives in April this year when legislators, led by Sen. Ralph Recto, worked to amend Republic Act No. 7227 or the Bases Conversion Law that did not contain explicit provisions on business perks unlike those enjoyed by locators at the Subic Freeport.
In the campaign to regain the benefits, Ms Arroyo had certified two bills as urgent.
Clark has “steadily achieved the vision of President Macapagal-Arroyo to make it one of the employment capitals in the country today,” Laus said.
Growth drivers
In Clark, as of May, companies producing garments, electronic parts, furniture and other crafts were the top job generators at the free port.
They were followed by business process outsourcing (BPO) firms and tourism-related companies.
There are 107 firms in service-related businesses, 115 firms in the industrial sector, 28 in commercial, 21 in aviation, 16 in tourism, 31 in BPO and information technology, 8 in utility and 4 in housing, according to CDC records.
Their committed investments for 2006 totaled P22.3 billion. Exports in Clark last year reached more than $1 billion.
TI facility
New jobs will be generated when Texas Instruments Inc., the world’s biggest maker of mobile phone chips, starts construction of a $1-billion semiconductor facility in Clark in July or August.
The TI facility will cover eight hectares and could create a total of 10,000 new jobs at full capacity, Trade Secretary Peter Favila said last month. The facility will start production in 2008.
In Subic, the services sector accounted for the biggest number of employees with 32,599 or 48.27 percent of the total work force. The manufacturing and construction sectors came second and third, respectively.
Unlike in Clark where women workers are the majority, men hold most of the jobs in Subic. Most workers in Clark come from Pampanga while those in Subic are largely residents of Olongapo City, which is just outside the free port.
Laus said most of the Clark-based companies complied with the minimum wage law. The daily minimum wage in Central Luzon ranges from P178.50 to P228.50, according to the Department of Labor and Employment.
The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board approved in July 2006 at least P14.50 to P18.50 in additional cost of living allowance, which will be integrated in the daily wages next month.
Banner year
SBMA chair Feliciano Salonga called 2006 a “banner year” because of the “newfound vibrancy prevailing at the free port.”
Revenue collections, for one, amounted to P6.9 billion, which went to the national treasury. The registered enterprises at the Subic free port reached 981 as of April.
The SBMA directors approved 129 new projects worth $1.43 billion in 2006.
Salonga said Korean and Chinese businesses accounted for the biggest foreign direct investments (FDI) in the free port, with the entry of Hanjin Heavy Industries and Construction Co. Ltd. and Hebei Xingtai Jingniu Glass Co. Ltd., among others.
Arreza said Hanjin, one of the world’s largest shipbuilding firms, on Monday raised its employment target from 7,000 to 15,000.
Logistics hub
Ms Arroyo has envisioned Clark and Subic as a unified logistics hub that would be the “best” in Southeast Asia.
Both free ports host international airports, the biggest being the Diosdado Macapagal International Airport in Clark where at least five low-cost airlines have operated since 2006.
A Japanese government-funded 94-km highway linking the two free ports is being built on the western ranges of Central Luzon, and the BCDA is working to arrest months of delay in the project supposedly due to right-of-way problems.
The Subic Port Development Project is nearing completion, funded also by a loan from the Japanese government.
Arreza said SBMA was gearing to achieve a “much bigger performance … and drive growth and employment by aiming to attract investment pledges of up to $5 billion, creating 100,000 jobs, and posting $2 billion export by the year 2010.”
http://www.clarkphilippines.com/more-jobs-today-in-subic-and-clark
The best getaway destination vacation spot near Manila convenient safe and accessible is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark Pampanga.
Event organizers and companies in Manila travel out of town to the north to hold their team building events and company outings in a good resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort located in Clark is well regarded as one of the best venues for team building near Manila.
Quiet place for rest and relaxation near Manila, in Subic, Angeles City Pampanga and Clark Philippines is something that residents of Manila travelling to the north for a short getaway are looking for. Clark is already a popular destination for golfers from Manila. Clark Freeport offers some of the best golf courses in Pampanga and outshines many golf clubs and golf courses elsewhere in the Philippines. Clark Pampanga offers many good resorts and hotels for a short trip out of Manila, and Clearwater is one of the best places to relax and unwind for a weekend getaway or a short holiday in Pampanga.
This private resort in Pampanga is a frequently visited vacation spot outside of Manila. Included in the list of resorts highly recommended for families with children visiting Clark Philippines is Clearwater Resort located conveniently in the central business district of Clark Freeport which is accessible from Manila.
Free internet WIFI access is offered to guests of this famous hotel in Clark Pampanga. Guests can even connect to Internet WIFI service near the white sand beach, by the famous lake of Clark or in any of the picnic grounds around this resort. This hotel in Clark Philippines is generally considered by Manila residents to be a good place for family trips in Pampanga.
Highly recommended summer vacation destination outside Manila is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark, a safe and convenient tourist spot that offers natural ambience for visitors to enjoy the outdoors with no stress. Private resort is frequently visited during Holy Week and Easter Holidays for residents of Manila travelling out of town on getaway to the north to unwind and relax in outdoor resort.
During holy week, Easter holidays, Christmas, New Year, Halloween and especially the Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival, Manila residents travel out of town to the north to relax and unwind at this famous resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort is the hotel in Clark that visitors prefer for family bonding and team building outside of Manila.
Clearwater Resort and Country Club, Clark Pampanga
Creekside Road near Centennial Expo,
Clark Freeport, Pampanga Philippines 2023
(045) 889-5151 0917-520-4403 0922-870-5177
Joanne or Jeremy or Loydha
Getting to this lake and beach resort in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Philippines
After entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway MA Roxas, passing the stand-along wine shop called Clark Wine Center on the right, continue to bear right making no turns at all, go past Mimosa Leisure Estate on the opposite side of the road, one will hit a major intersection. Go straight and the road becomes Creekside Road. YATS Clearwater Resort and Country Club is on the right just 200m down.
Family Bonding by the famous lake of Clark Pampanga
Manila Sales Office 3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 Rea or Chay
Wedding couples looking for wedding reception venues and beach wedding venues can log on to this Philippines Wedding Venue web site for free information and assistance:
While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list. It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone. For more information, visit http://www.YatsRestaurant.com
YATS Leisure Philippines is a developer and operator of clubs, resorts and high-class restaurants and wine shops in Clark Angeles Philippines http://www.YatsLeisure.com
While in Clark, one might as well add to the itinerary a visit to the famous Clark Wine Center, the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges. http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com
Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines? You may want to check out these sites also:
For jobs and business investment opportunities in the Philippines please visit http://www.yilp.com
Hot Line for what’s happening in Clark: 045 889-5151 or 0927-940-2669 ask for Loydha
0915-542-6250 (Jeramie)
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‘SAFE FOR DISPOSAL’ Retired Vice Adm. Mateo Mayuga, CEO of Glenn Defense Marine Philippines Inc., said “domestic waste” dumped into Subic Bay is “clean.” NIÑO JESUS ORBETA
The head of the Philippine office of a US Navy contractor on Monday disputed claims by government agencies that it dumped into Subic Bay toxic wastes from American ships that recently took part in joint military exercises in the country.
Five days after the Philippine Daily Inquirer reported the environment issue, retired Vice Adm. Mateo Mayuga, CEO of Glenn Defense Marine Philippines Inc., called reports about the company dumping hazardous wastes into the bay “inaccurate or false.”
Mayuga said the local office of a Singapore-based multinational company operating in 27 countries handled domestic wastes from the toilets and kitchens of US Navy ships, but, according to him, these were safe for disposal.
“What we get from the US Navy are already pretreated wastewater. These are even cleaner than the ones coming out of our respective homes. I’m sorry to say that,” Mayuga told reporters Monday at a press briefing in Makati City.
Roberto Garcia, chairman of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), earlier told reporters that test results showed that Glenn Defense vessels were carrying “sewage waste with high levels of toxicity.”
Garcia said the results “confirmed that [Glenn Defense] did not treat the waste, which it should have.”
Lab tests
Hernan Habacon, spokesperson of Subic Water and Sewerage Co. that tested water samples from a Glenn Defense vessel, said the results showed that these were “beyond the permissible limits.”
Results of the tests obtained by the Inquirer showed that samples of effluents taken from vessels of the US Navy contractor exceeded Philippine standards, but these were not tested for heavy metals because the firm that conducted the tests, Subic Water, was not equipped to do so.
Even so, the SBMA Ecology Center said wastes collected from American ships and dumped into Philippine waters last month could not be classified as “hazardous wastes.”
Asked to confirm reports that the center had told the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) that the wastes dumped by Glenn Defense’s vessels could not be considered hazardous, Angel Bagaloyos, acting head of the center, said in a text message: “Technically, yes.”
Asked to elaborate, Bagaloyos said: “By law, Republic Act No. 6969, sewage is exempted. The law on hazard waste management identifies hazard waste.”
RA 6969 (Toxic Substances and Hazardous and Nuclear Waste Control Act of 1990) defines hazardous wastes as “substances that are without any safe commercial, industrial, agricultural or economic usage and are shipped, transported or brought from the country of origin for dumping or disposal into or in transit through any part of the territory of the Philippines.”
“Hazardous wastes shall also refer to by-products, side-products, process residues, spent reaction media, contaminated plant or equipment or other substances from manufacturing operations, and as consumer discards of manufactured products,” it says.
Septage
Citing information shared by the SBMA at a technical conference in Pampanga on Monday where things were supposedly clarified, EMB Director for Central Luzon Lormelyn Claudio said: “It is septage, not hazardous waste. It’s domestic waste.”
Asked by the Inquirer to explain that in layman’s term, she said: “Feces.”
Whether the effluents were at hazardous levels is still subject to laboratory tests, she said.
Where exactly the wastes were dumped will be established by the SBMA, she said.
37 km from bay
The SBMA, in a spot inspection report on Oct. 15, said it was told by the captain of a Glenn Defense vessel, the MT Glenn Guardian, that the wastes would be dumped at least 37 kilometers from Subic Bay last month.
The SBMA team found some 189,500 liters of domestic waste and about 760 liters of bilge water (a combination of water, oil and grease) during an inspection of the vessel. These were hauled from the US Navy ship Emory Land.
Mayuga said he would never let dumping of toxic waste into Subic Bay happen. “I’m also a Filipino,” he said.
US Navy responsibility
Mayuga said it was the responsibility of the US Navy to ensure that the wastewater had undergone treatment.
“The US Navy and even commercial vessels have water treatment facilities aboard their ships,” said Mayuga, who in 2005 led a military inquiry into the involvement of at least four generals tagged in the “Hello Garci” election fraud scandal during the Arroyo administration.
Asked if the US Navy contractor had a way of knowing whether the water passed to its tankers was treated, Mayuga said: “They have to make sure that the water had been pretreated.”
“Our clients must do the testing themselves. It’s a practice in the US Navy that you don’t give away untreated wastewater,” Mayuga added.
He refused to answer the question on who should be blamed if the water dumped into the sea was toxic. “There are procedures to know who dumped the wastewater. We have the technology now to determine who the source was,” he said.
Glenn Defense also serviced the 103 ships that made calls at the Subic Bay Freeport from Oct. 3 to Dec. 22, 2009, Jan. 5 to Oct. 12, 2010, Aug. 21 to Nov. 10, 2011, and Jan. 2 to Oct. 17, 2012, records released by the SBMA showed.
Investigations
Mayuga said he was open to any investigation. “As long as it (claim) is valid, we welcome this. That’s the only way to move forward.”
Pleading to the media to honor only the sources that are willing to be named, he said “all this [controversy] started from one inaccurate report that took on a life of its own.”
Mayuga said the report had originated from anonymous calls the SBMA had received.
The US Navy and the SBMA have launched an investigation of the allegations of hazardous-waste dumping by Glenn Defense.
Suspended
Pending the results of the investigation, the Subic Bay Freeport Chamber of Commerce also announced it had suspended the membership of the contractor, a registered locator at the Subic Bay Freeport.
An internal investigation on Glenn Defense’s part, however, was no longer necessary, Mayuga said.
“After every ship visit, we do a hotwash. It’s a critical analysis we do on how we had performed, both the good and the bad (aspects),” he said. “And we have done nothing wrong.”
Mayuga said he found it ironic that his company was at the center of an environmental controversy when he and his family have been concerned about the environment.
“I have a daughter who owns two organic stores. She’s a vegetarian. Our grandchildren prefer organic materials at home. How could I violate environmental laws and still have the gall to face them?” he said.
“We are a responsible company and we will do everything without compromise to observe established standards of releasing pretreated waste to the ocean at the internationally prescribed distances,” he said.
Mayuga said he was still waiting for the SBMA Ecology Center to call him for a meeting on the matter.
Contrary to reports that Glenn Defense was hiding under the skirt of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA), Mayuga said the company was not covered by the bilateral agreement “nor do we claim to be.”
“We service only US Navy ships but we are not in any way included in VFA arrangements,” he said.
Bagaloyos did not reply to the Inquirer’s query if the SBMA Ecology Center had examined the entire composition of the wastewater samples taken from the Glenn Defense vessels.
While the EMB was holding the technical conference, the SBMA board held an emergency meeting at Gateway Mall in Quezon City on the findings of the SBMA Ecology Center regarding the issue of waste dumping into Subic Bay.
Garcia did not respond to the Inquirer’s calls and text messages on the results of the board meeting.
‘Beyond permissible limits’
Habacon, spokesperson for Subic Water, said in a statement: “The SBMA Ecology Center sent us a sample for [laboratory] testing, allegedly from the said vessel, [MT] Glenn Guardian. We tested it for domestic strength only, and the results showed that it was beyond the permissible limits. The sample is of industrial strength.”
Subic Water treats only domestic wastewater and it has no capability to test the presence of heavy metals, Habacon said.
“The result we sent to SBMA Ecology Center, therefore, is not conclusive whether the sample is toxic or not. But as per our standards, the sample was not fit for release in the environment as the organic content was beyond the permissible limits,” he said.
A source familiar with the investigation of the SBMA Ecology Center told the Inquirer: “The mere fact that the wastewater was industrial grade means it is already hazardous to the environment, and violates DENR Administrative Order No. 35, which contains the standard for the discharging of treated wastewater.”
The source, who asked not to be named due to the sensitive nature of the issue, said the water samples also contained oil and grease, “which can be classified as hazardous.”
Sought for comment on the SBMA Ecology Center’s findings, former Environment Undersecretary Gregorio Magdaraog, president of the Subic Bay Freeport Chamber for Health and Environment Conservation said:
“Fecal waste in water pollutes the environment with pathogenic bacteria, viruses and parasites that can cause disease to humans and other living creatures. Serious diseases can be caused [by this].”
“It is therefore hazardous to one’s health and the environment. To say otherwise is irresponsible,” he said.
EMB’s Claudio said a maritime pollution law required that effluents be treated when these are discharged 5.5 kilometers (3 nautical miles) from the coast.
Asked if the contractor applied for a permit to dump or collect waste from the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), Lt. Cmdr. Roben de Guzman said: “As far as I know it should [get permits from] other agencies, not us.”
De Guzman, station commander of Subic and head of the PCG’s Port State Control Center Manila, said MT Glenn Guardian and MT Glenn Enterprise were sighted in Manila two weeks ago.
The best getaway destination vacation spot near Manila convenient safe and accessible is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark Pampanga.
Event organizers and companies in Manila travel out of town to the north to hold their team building events and company outings in a good resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort located in Clark is well regarded as one of the best venues for team building near Manila.
Quiet place for rest and relaxation near Manila, in Subic, Angeles City Pampanga and Clark Philippines is something that residents of Manila travelling to the north for a short getaway are looking for. Clark is already a popular destination for golfers from Manila. Clark Freeport offers some of the best golf courses in Pampanga and outshines many golf clubs and golf courses elsewhere in the Philippines. Clark Pampanga offers many good resorts and hotels for a short trip out of Manila, and Clearwater is one of the best places to relax and unwind for a weekend getaway or a short holiday in Pampanga.
This private resort in Pampanga is a frequently visited vacation spot outside of Manila. Included in the list of resorts highly recommended for families with children visiting Clark Philippines is Clearwater Resort located conveniently in the central business district of Clark Freeport which is accessible from Manila.
Free internet WIFI access is offered to guests of this famous hotel in Clark Pampanga. Guests can even connect to Internet WIFI service near the white sand beach, by the famous lake of Clark or in any of the picnic grounds around this resort. This hotel in Clark Philippines is generally considered by Manila residents to be a good place for family trips in Pampanga.
Highly recommended summer vacation destination outside Manila is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark, a safe and convenient tourist spot that offers natural ambience for visitors to enjoy the outdoors with no stress. Private resort is frequently visited during Holy Week and Easter Holidays for residents of Manila travelling out of town on getaway to the north to unwind and relax in outdoor resort.
During holy week, Easter holidays, Christmas, New Year, Halloween and especially the Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival, Manila residents travel out of town to the north to relax and unwind at this famous resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort is the hotel in Clark that visitors prefer for family bonding and team building outside of Manila.
Clearwater Resort and Country Club, Clark Pampanga
Creekside Road near Centennial Expo,
Clark Freeport, Pampanga Philippines 2023
(045) 889-5151 0917-520-4403 0922-870-5177
Joanne or Jeremy or Loydha
Getting to this lake and beach resort in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Philippines
After entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway MA Roxas, passing the stand-along wine shop called Clark Wine Center on the right, continue to bear right making no turns at all, go past Mimosa Leisure Estate on the opposite side of the road, one will hit a major intersection. Go straight and the road becomes Creekside Road. YATS Clearwater Resort and Country Club is on the right just 200m down.
Family Bonding by the famous lake of Clark Pampanga
Manila Sales Office 3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 Rea or Chay
Wedding couples looking for wedding reception venues and beach wedding venues can log on to this Philippines Wedding Venue web site for free information and assistance:
While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list. It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone. For more information, visit http://www.YatsRestaurant.com
YATS Leisure Philippines is a developer and operator of clubs, resorts and high-class restaurants and wine shops in Clark Angeles Philippines http://www.YatsLeisure.com
While in Clark, one might as well add to the itinerary a visit to the famous Clark Wine Center, the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges. http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com
Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines? You may want to check out these sites also:
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga — The giant lanterns of Pampanga have invaded Hawaii as a 20-foot giant ‘Parul Kapampangan” (Pampanga Lantern) and several Christmas lanterns made in this city are now displayed at the Philippine Consulate Office in Honolulu, overlooking the main highway in the American city.
San Fernando City Mayor Oscar Rodriguez shared that the giant lantern display is the highlight of this year’s Christmas Festival at the newly dedicated “Alay sa Sakada” Lanai of the said consulate office. “The parol is perhaps the largest Christmas Lantern in Hawaii,” Rodriguez noted.
The Philippine Consulate General in Honolulu launched its Christmas festivities with the Grand Lighting Ceremony of the first-ever Parol Festival on November 30 at the newly-dedicated Alay sa Sakada Lanai. (Mark Anthony N. Manuel)
http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/385195/pampanga-parol-lights-up-honolulu#.UMaDa2BhItc
The best getaway destination vacation spot near Manila convenient safe and accessible is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark Pampanga.
Event organizers and companies in Manila travel out of town to the north to hold their team building events and company outings in a good resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort located in Clark is well regarded as one of the best venues for team building near Manila.
Quiet place for rest and relaxation near Manila, in Subic, Angeles City Pampanga and Clark Philippines is something that residents of Manila travelling to the north for a short getaway are looking for. Clark is already a popular destination for golfers from Manila. Clark Freeport offers some of the best golf courses in Pampanga and outshines many golf clubs and golf courses elsewhere in the Philippines. Clark Pampanga offers many good resorts and hotels for a short trip out of Manila, and Clearwater is one of the best places to relax and unwind for a weekend getaway or a short holiday in Pampanga.
This private resort in Pampanga is a frequently visited vacation spot outside of Manila. Included in the list of resorts highly recommended for families with children visiting Clark Philippines is Clearwater Resort located conveniently in the central business district of Clark Freeport which is accessible from Manila.
Free internet WIFI access is offered to guests of this famous hotel in Clark Pampanga. Guests can even connect to Internet WIFI service near the white sand beach, by the famous lake of Clark or in any of the picnic grounds around this resort. This hotel in Clark Philippines is generally considered by Manila residents to be a good place for family trips in Pampanga.
Highly recommended summer vacation destination outside Manila is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark, a safe and convenient tourist spot that offers natural ambience for visitors to enjoy the outdoors with no stress. Private resort is frequently visited during Holy Week and Easter Holidays for residents of Manila travelling out of town on getaway to the north to unwind and relax in outdoor resort.
During holy week, Easter holidays, Christmas, New Year, Halloween and especially the Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival, Manila residents travel out of town to the north to relax and unwind at this famous resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort is the hotel in Clark that visitors prefer for family bonding and team building outside of Manila.
Clearwater Resort and Country Club, Clark Pampanga
Creekside Road near Centennial Expo,
Clark Freeport, Pampanga Philippines 2023
(045) 889-5151 0917-520-4403 0922-870-5177
Joanne or Jeremy or Loydha
Getting to this lake and beach resort in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Philippines
After entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway MA Roxas, passing the stand-along wine shop called Clark Wine Center on the right, continue to bear right making no turns at all, go past Mimosa Leisure Estate on the opposite side of the road, one will hit a major intersection. Go straight and the road becomes Creekside Road. YATS Clearwater Resort and Country Club is on the right just 200m down.
Family Bonding by the famous lake of Clark Pampanga
Manila Sales Office 3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 Rea or Chay
Wedding couples looking for wedding reception venues and beach wedding venues can log on to this Philippines Wedding Venue web site for free information and assistance:
While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list. It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone. For more information, visit http://www.YatsRestaurant.com
YATS Leisure Philippines is a developer and operator of clubs, resorts and high-class restaurants and wine shops in Clark Angeles Philippines http://www.YatsLeisure.com
While in Clark, one might as well add to the itinerary a visit to the famous Clark Wine Center, the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges. http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com
Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines? You may want to check out these sites also:
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO—The Central Luzon police have formed special task groups in Pampanga and Nueva Ecija a few weeks after these provinces were included in the list of 15 “high risk” areas for the May 2013 elections.
Each Regional Special Operations Task Group (RSOTG) has been assigned with 300 troops gathered from provincial commands and the regional public safety battalions to ensure safe elections, said Chief Insp. Oliver Montero, head of an intelligence team in the regional police’s intelligence division.
Senior Supt. Noli Taliño and Senior Supt. Wendy Rosario, chief of the regional police’s operations and administration,
respectively, head the RSOTG in Pampanga and Nueva Ecija, Montero said.
Both will be based at the regional headquarters in Camp Olivas in this Pampanga capital.
Taliño said the Philippine National Police and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) classified the two Central Luzon provinces, as well as Maguindanao, Abra, Pangasinan, Masbate, Samar, Lanao del Sur, Ilocos Sur, Basilan, La Union, Cavite, Cagayan, Batangas and Misamis Occidental as priority provinces for the elections based on how these fared in various factors.
These include having histories of of election-related violence, presence of intense political rivalry and threat groups, and number of loose firearms and organized criminal groups.
Taliño said some 2,700 “unrenewed, expired or wanted” firearms were recorded in Pampanga. Senior Supt. R’win Pagkalinawan, provincial police director, confirmed this.
Taliño asked reporters not to refer to the “priority provinces” as “hot spots” or “areas of concerns.”
He said a province that lands in the priority list means it would receive “focus on security preparations.”
The Central Luzon police or the provincial police cannot remove Pampanga from the priority list because the selection was made at the national level of the PNP and DILG, said lawyer Lydia Pangilinan, provincial election supervisor.
The Commission on Elections was expected to come out with an election watch list of areas of concern before the campaign period starts in January 2013.
Pagkalinawan said the anticrime efforts of the Pampanga police would not be hampered because only 70 (6 percent) of 1,100 policemen in the province would be assigned to the RSOTG.
Policemen securing elected officials would be recalled to their mother units on or before Jan. 13, 2013, Taliño said.
Elected officials and candidates will not be allowed to carry firearms during the campaign period. Their private security aides may carry guns only after the Comelec issues them permits, said Pangilinan. Tonette Orejas, Inquirer Central Luzon
The best getaway destination vacation spot near Manila convenient safe and accessible is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark Pampanga.
Event organizers and companies in Manila travel out of town to the north to hold their team building events and company outings in a good resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort located in Clark is well regarded as one of the best venues for team building near Manila.
Quiet place for rest and relaxation near Manila, in Subic, Angeles City Pampanga and Clark Philippines is something that residents of Manila travelling to the north for a short getaway are looking for. Clark is already a popular destination for golfers from Manila. Clark Freeport offers some of the best golf courses in Pampanga and outshines many golf clubs and golf courses elsewhere in the Philippines. Clark Pampanga offers many good resorts and hotels for a short trip out of Manila, and Clearwater is one of the best places to relax and unwind for a weekend getaway or a short holiday in Pampanga.
This private resort in Pampanga is a frequently visited vacation spot outside of Manila. Included in the list of resorts highly recommended for families with children visiting Clark Philippines is Clearwater Resort located conveniently in the central business district of Clark Freeport which is accessible from Manila.
Free internet WIFI access is offered to guests of this famous hotel in Clark Pampanga. Guests can even connect to Internet WIFI service near the white sand beach, by the famous lake of Clark or in any of the picnic grounds around this resort. This hotel in Clark Philippines is generally considered by Manila residents to be a good place for family trips in Pampanga.
Highly recommended summer vacation destination outside Manila is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark, a safe and convenient tourist spot that offers natural ambience for visitors to enjoy the outdoors with no stress. Private resort is frequently visited during Holy Week and Easter Holidays for residents of Manila travelling out of town on getaway to the north to unwind and relax in outdoor resort.
During holy week, Easter holidays, Christmas, New Year, Halloween and especially the Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival, Manila residents travel out of town to the north to relax and unwind at this famous resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort is the hotel in Clark that visitors prefer for family bonding and team building outside of Manila.
Clearwater Resort and Country Club, Clark Pampanga
Creekside Road near Centennial Expo,
Clark Freeport, Pampanga Philippines 2023
(045) 889-5151 0917-520-4403 0922-870-5177
Joanne or Jeremy or Loydha
Getting to this lake and beach resort in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Philippines
After entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway MA Roxas, passing the stand-along wine shop called Clark Wine Center on the right, continue to bear right making no turns at all, go past Mimosa Leisure Estate on the opposite side of the road, one will hit a major intersection. Go straight and the road becomes Creekside Road. YATS Clearwater Resort and Country Club is on the right just 200m down.
Family Bonding by the famous lake of Clark Pampanga
Manila Sales Office 3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 Rea or Chay
Wedding couples looking for wedding reception venues and beach wedding venues can log on to this Philippines Wedding Venue web site for free information and assistance:
While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list. It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone. For more information, visit http://www.YatsRestaurant.com
YATS Leisure Philippines is a developer and operator of clubs, resorts and high-class restaurants and wine shops in Clark Angeles Philippines http://www.YatsLeisure.com
While in Clark, one might as well add to the itinerary a visit to the famous Clark Wine Center, the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges. http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com
Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines? You may want to check out these sites also:
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Hot Line for what’s happening in Clark: 045 889-5151 or 0927-940-2669 ask for Loydha
0915-542-6250 (Jeramie)
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CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Philippines—The Pampanga government and the Pampanga Mayors’ League have sent 350 of 500 wooden coffins they have donated to families whose relatives were killed in landslides and flashfloods triggered by Typhoon Pablo early this week in Mindanao.
The first batch of 110 caskets was sent on Thursday via the Philippine Air Force in Villamor Air Base in coordination with the Office of Civil Defense, said Candaba Mayor Jerry Pelayo, PML president.
The next batch of 240 coffins were delivered on Friday, also through the PAF, while the balance of 150 will be flown Saturday, he said.
Pelayo said each of the coffins cost P2,500 for a total of P1.25 million that would be pooled from portions of salaries of 20 mayors and from private donations.
“These are the least we can give to our brothers and sisters who died in the middle of the calamity. We condole with their families and keep them in our prayers in a sad Christmas,” Gov. Lilia Pineda told the Inquirer.
The coffins were all made in Sto. Tomas town, the ‘coffin capital’ of Central Luzon.
The provincial government and the PML also donated coffins to victims of Storm Sendong in Mindanao in December last year.
The best getaway destination vacation spot near Manila convenient safe and accessible is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark Pampanga.
Event organizers and companies in Manila travel out of town to the north to hold their team building events and company outings in a good resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort located in Clark is well regarded as one of the best venues for team building near Manila. This is also one of the best resorts in Pampanga that offers good picnic spots near Manila.
Quiet place for rest and relaxation near Manila, in Subic, Angeles City Pampanga and Clark Philippines is something that residents of Manila travelling to the north for a short getaway are looking for. Clark is already a popular destination for golfers from Manila. Clark Freeport offers some of the best golf courses in Pampanga and outshines many golf clubs and golf courses elsewhere in the Philippines. Clark Pampanga offers many good resorts and hotels for a short trip out of Manila, and Clearwater is one of the best places to relax and unwind for a weekend getaway or a short holiday in Pampanga.
This private resort in Pampanga is a frequently visited vacation spot outside of Manila. Included in the list of resorts highly recommended for families with children visiting Clark Philippines is Clearwater Resort located conveniently in the central business district of Clark Freeport which is accessible from Manila.
Free internet WIFI access is offered to guests of this famous hotel in Clark Pampanga. Guests can even connect to Internet WIFI service near the white sand beach, by the famous lake of Clark or in any of the picnic grounds around this resort. This hotel in Clark Philippines is generally considered by Manila residents to be a good place for family trips in Pampanga.
Clearwater Resort is generally regarded as one of the best holiday spots near Manila. Highly recommended summer vacation destination outside Manila is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark, a safe and convenient tourist spot that offers natural ambience for visitors to enjoy the outdoors with no stress. Private resort is frequently visited during Holy Week and Easter Holidays for residents of Manila travelling out of town on getaway to the north to unwind and relax in outdoor resort.
During holy week, Easter holidays, Christmas, New Year, Halloween and especially the Clark Hot Air Balloon Festival, Manila residents travel out of town to the north to relax and unwind at this famous resort in Pampanga. Clearwater Resort is the hotel in Clark that visitors prefer for family bonding and team building outside of Manila.
Clearwater Resort and Country Club, Clark Pampanga
Creekside Road near Centennial Expo,
Clark Freeport, Pampanga Philippines 2023
(045) 889-5151 0917-520-4403 0922-870-5177
Joanne or Jeremy or Loydha
Getting to this lake and beach resort in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Philippines
After entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway MA Roxas, passing the stand-along wine shop called Clark Wine Center on the right, continue to bear right making no turns at all, go past Mimosa Leisure Estate on the opposite side of the road, one will hit a major intersection. Go straight and the road becomes Creekside Road. YATS Clearwater Resort and Country Club is on the right just 200m down.
Family Bonding by the famous lake of Clark Pampanga
Manila Sales Office 3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 Rea or Chay
Wedding couples looking for wedding reception venues and beach wedding venues can log on to this Philippines Wedding Venue web site for free information and assistance:
While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list. It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone. For more information, visit http://www.YatsRestaurant.com
YATS Leisure Philippines is a developer and operator of clubs, resorts and high-class restaurants and wine shops in Clark Angeles Philippines http://www.YatsLeisure.com
While in Clark, one might as well add to the itinerary a visit to the famous Clark Wine Center, the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges. http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com
Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines? You may want to check out these sites also:
