![“Today, the spirit of [Jose] Rizal continues to guide many Filipinos who strive for social justice and equality. While the forms of our struggles may have evolved, the pursuit of freedom from fear, violence, and injustice remains a core aspiration for all,” says Police Regional Office 6 director Brigadier General Josefino D. Ligan. AJ PALCULLO/PN](https://www.panaynews.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/nel-rizal-day-copy-218x150.jpg "‘Uphold truth, justice, and unwavering service’: Ligan urges as Iloilo marks 129th Rizal Day")
‘Uphold truth, justice, and unwavering service’: Ligan urges as Iloilo marks 129th Rizal Day
ILOILO — In a moving tribute to the Philippines’ national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal, Police Regional Office 6 (PRO-6) director Brigadier General Josefino D....
Iloilo firecracker vendors optimistic as New Year buying rush begins
ILOILO City — Firecracker and fireworks vendors in this city are beginning to feel an uptick in customer traffic as the New Year approaches,...
Do round fruits really bring New Year luck?
ILOILO City — Across the Philippines, a vibrant New Year tradition continues to brighten homes: the preparation of round fruits believed to usher in...
Dueñas vice mayor hurt in accidental firing
ILOILO — Dueñas’ Vice Mayor Aimee Paz Lamasan was injured in an apparent accidental firing at her residence in a subdivision in La Paz,...
Graduating student drowns at Antique cold spring
ILOILO — A 22-year-old graduating student from Iloilo City drowned on Sunday afternoon, December 28, while swimming at a popular cold spring resort in...
HOPES AMID CHALLENGES: Ilonggo fruit vendors struggle to earn profit this holiday season
ILOILO City — As the New Year draws near, Iloilo’s vibrant markets are brimming with colorful fruits, yet behind the festive display lies the...
‘PAPUTOK AY DELIKADO: KALIGTASAN ANG UNAHIN’ | DOH-6 issues urgent warning as fireworks-related injuries surge
ILOILO — The Department of Health Western Visayas - Center for Health and Development (DOH WV-CHD) has reported a worrying spike in fireworks-related injuries,...
Coast Guard to passengers: ‘Monitor sea trip schedules amid holiday travel surge’
ILOILO — With a surge in passenger traffic expected at ports across Iloilo City and the province as the New Year approaches, the Philippine...
Iloilo City steps up efforts for protection of minors; tightens watch on bars
ILOILO City — The Task Force on Morals and Values Formation (TFMVF) has intensified its monitoring and inspection of drinking establishments and entertainment venues...
CRACKDOWN VS ILLEGAL ‘CRACKERS: PRO-6 destroys over 7,300 banned firecrackers, ‘boga’ to avert New...
ILOILO City — The Police Regional Office 6 (PRO-6) destroyed more than 7,300 confiscated illegal firecrackers and improvised cannons, locally known as boga, on...