New PNP Chief for Calbayog

Calbayog has a new Chief of Police. Police Chief Inspector Eufronio Obong formally took over his post as the new PNP Chief during the Turn-over Ceremony last Monday (January 9, 2012) at the Calbayog PNP Headquarters. In attendance were Calbayog City Mayor Ronald Aquino and PNP Samar Provincial Director Police Chief Superintendent Nolasco Bathan. 

Here are some raw videos which I took during the turn-over ceremonies.

PCInsp Elmer Cinco delivering his message

PCIsnp Eufronio Obong delivering his message

My pix of the new public market

As I have mentioned in an earlier blogpost, the LGU has formally inaugurated the new Calbayog Bus Terminal and Public Market complex. The complex sits on a 3.5 ha. property off Magsaysay Boulevard extension in Barangay Bagacay, Calbayog City. Here are some pictures I took before yesterday's program.

This is the new Public Market. The "dry section" is at the ground floor while the "wet section" is at the second floor.

Demy Dimaranan, Tony Tallon, Dr. Teody Fortaleza and Chu-chu Aquino as they took a close look of the wet section before the program.

The "wet section" of the new public market (pix up and below)

The "dry section" on the ground floor.

New Calbayog PNP Chief vows to crush private armed groups

by Ninfa B Quirante


CATBALOGAN CITY, Samar, Jan. 10 (PIA) -- The newly appointed Calbayog City Police Chief vows to crush private armed groups, and end illegal gambling and illegal drug trade in this prime city of Samar.


In a report aired over Radyo ng Bayan-Calbayog, reporter Gene Navilon said that yesterday, Police Provincial Director Nolasco Bathan officiated the turn over of command from Police Chief Inspector Elmer Cinco to PChief Inspector Eufronio Obong at the Calbayog City Police Station.


“I warn the PNP elements who maybe protectors of illegal traders to shape up as the public needs the PNP not only to maintain peace and order, and prevent crimes but we also need their confidence in us,” Obong said.


Bathan challenged the new chief and members of the police force to persevere in the quest to preserve Calbayog City’s peace and order. (with Gene Navilon DYOG NBQ/PIA 8-Samar)

The new Public Market and Bus Terminal complex Inaugurated

Mayor Ronald Aquino led the City Officials during today's inauguration of the new Public Market and Bus Terminal complex in Barangay Bagacay. Rev. Fr. Julio Gaddi presided over a mass which preceded the inauguration ceremonies which was attended by the LGU Department Managers and the market stall occupants.

Mayor Ronald Aquino and Vice Mayor Rey James Uy leading the ribbon-cutting for the new Bus Terminal. In photo are (l-r) Rev. Fr. Julio Gaddi. Councilors Sonny Salurio, Ina Rabuya, Julius Mancol, Ver Porlares, Biboy Belleza, Nonoy Pasacas, Ronald Mark Aquino, Jonas Montealto, Virgil Clemens and Raymund Uy.

New Police Car and Firetruck for Calbayog

Five days ago (January 5, 2012), Calbayog City received a new Police Patrol Car and a new Fire Truck. Congressman Mel Sarmiento and Mayor Ronald Aquino were present during the blessing and turnover program. Rev. Fr. Armando Cagomoc led the prayer of blessing. Police Chief Inspector Elmer Cinco led the officers and men of PNP Calbayog in the said activity.

Congressman Mel Sarmiento and Mayor Ronaldo Aquino as they took time to pose with Fr. Armando Cagomoc and PCInsp Elmer Cinco after the blessing and turnover of the vehicles.

Waterfalls in the Park

Construction is currently ongoing at the Nijaga Park (it's the portion near the Rosales bridge). They are coming up with a replica of Bangon and another waterfalls. I suppose this has to do with Calbayog's tagline being the City of Waterfalls. But then their is Iligan which called itself the City of Majestic Waterfalls. So, maybe we can meet halfway about it. Anyway, here are some pictures of the ongoing project, so as to update you of what's going on at the plaza. I'll feature photos as soon as the project is completed.

Happy Birthday Msgr. Chiqui!

Monsignor Bienvenido Chiquillo will turn a year older today. Happy Birthday!


Msgr. Chiquillo is currently the Parish Pastor of the Holy Infant Jesus Parish in Oquendo.

9 young Calbayognon studes pass P-Sci entrance exam

91 East Visayans pass PSHS entrance exam


... The passers from Calbayog City Division include Barchita, Danilo Daguman; Callosa, Danella Trina Santiago; Faller, Nicolas Jr. Bracamonte; Mantal, Ma. Rosella Bernadit; Matranas, Regin Val Conise; Ricaplaza, Nicole Kyla Marie Serrano; Sumagang, Haj Cano; Tocayon, Anthony Castillon; and Tubal, Laurence Aliman.


(read the whole report)

The Party's over

The belen at the Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral.

The longest Christmas celebration (which  proudly Pinoy, if I may add) officially ends today with the celebration of the Feast of the Epiphany. 


During today's mass, the celebrant gave focus on the three words said in the Gospel these words that best sum up of what is expected of us and our belief in God or the newborn child.


" . . . they were OVERJOYED at seeing the star, and on entering the house they saw the child with Mary his mother. They PROSTRATED themselves and did him homage. Then they opened their treasures and OFFERED him gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh . . ."

Opening Today: Bo's Coffee in Calbayog

Bo's Coffee will formally open today. Blessing and brunch is set at 10:00 a.m. Bo's Calbayog is located along Umbria Street, Calbayog City. In case you have a hard time knowing where that street is, the establishment is located in front of the old building which used to house the Calbayog Chinese School.


Here are some pictures I took when I visited the place yesterday.

Mayor's Ronald Aquino's first Presscon for 2012 (2)

Here are two more video clips which I took during Mayor Aquino's presscon last Tuesday.

Happy Anniversary to Mr. Ernesto and Mrs. Emmy Abasolo

Mr. Ernesto and Mrs. Emmy Abasolo will celebrate their 55th Wedding Anniversary today. Congratulations and  Best Wishes!

Mayor's Ronald Aquino's first Presscon for 2012 (1)

Mayor Ronaldo Aquino had his first presscon for 2012 last Tuesday (January 3,2012). Here are the first two clips which I managed to take during the said presscon.

Happy Birthday tita Freda!

Ms. Seigfreda Ladrero will turn a year older today. Happy birthday!

Bernie John and Leslie

Bernard John Hensler and Leslie Cabasares will get married today. Fr. Armando Cagomoc will preside over the wedding mass at the Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral. Reception will be at the Ciriaco Hotel.