I wrote about this issue last 2014, when this subject matter was at its peak. Today, I am surprised to hear about Benguet Corporation’s (BC) raising of its tailings dam again after six years. Last Sunday, they announced after our mass at Saint Charles Borromeo (Itogon, Benguet) that the community will be holding a public meeting …
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UPDATE: September 2020: An advisory was released stating that the 1300 Level Swimming Pools will be officially opened on September 5, 2020 following the guidelines imposed by the government which are: The swimming pool establishments will be operating only from 8:00AM-3:00PM. Only one (1) family or group will be accepted for the day. Only residents …
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I have been trying my very best to keep my mouth shut Re: Mining in Itogon in consideration of the peace and my sympathy to all our bereaved Kailyans. However, I am constrained to make a comment because of the patent DEPRIVATION OF LIBERTY AND PROPERTY WITHOUT DUE PROCESS OF LAW, in violation of our …
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UPDATE JULY 14, 2020: Due to the current pandemic brought about by COVID-19 and other environmental issues, the Ave Maria Shrine which necessarily includes Mt. Bidawan and the Tubob Falls is closed for tourism purposes. Some people say that climbing is a misplaced attempt to find pleasure while others say that it is a waste …
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I was once given the special task to help promote my hometown’s tourism industry. The job was a blessing in disguise because I always loved traveling, trying out adventures and meeting new friends. It wasn’t that hard to adjust to the expectations of this undertaking. The task introduced me to experiences worth remembering. One of …