Catholic Church in Boracay, extends message in relation to 2014 Boracay Ati-atihan

Written by Mackie Pajarillo

The Holy Rosary Parish Church in Boracay extends its message to its congregation in relation to the celebration of Boracay Ati-atihan 2014.

Father Nonoy Crisostomo, Team Ministry Moderator of the BHRP said that the few changes on the celebration echoed the island’s status.

A status where there are many tourists to whom we can show our culture as Filipinos and devotees of Sr. Sto. Niño.

This year, Fr. Crisostomo said that the activities are better coordinated with the Balabag Brgy. Council and the Malay Tourism Office.

This he said is for an enhanced and more joyful celebration of the feast of the Child Jesus in the island.

Moreover, Crisostomo said that this may not only be about drinking and merry making, but that people should remember that this is an expression of their faith.

He added that this celebration may be peaceful and meaningful for both local and foreign tourists.

Father Crisostomo wishes everyone a prosperous new year and that the Child Jesus shall be with everyone’s lives for more years to come.

Translated by Shelah Casiano

“No Sticker, No Entry Policy,” to be implemented at Cagban Jetty Port

Written by Gloria Villas

Attention to all land transport operators.

Vehicles without stickers and haven’t renewed will not be allowed to enter the Cagban Jetty Port.

According to Caticlan Jetty Port Special Operations Officer 3 Ms. Jean Pontero, the said sticker is an accreditation to gain access at the Cagban Port for which vehicles must pass an inspection first.

Most of the vehicles Pontero said has already been accredited last year and only needs to renew.

The renewal and acquiring of stickers started on December 1, 2013 to January 1, 2014. For consideration however, the deadline was moved to January 6, 2014, Monday.

The said accreditation is to ensure the security of and a more organized operation at the Cagban Jetty Port.

Translated by Shelah Casiano

Government Offices in Boracay and Malay, back to normal

Written by Gloria Villas

After a long Christmas and New Year vacation, government offices in Malay and Boracay are now back to normal operations.

According to Malay Administrator Godofredo Sadiasa employees of the local government resumed their regular schedules at work on the 2nd and 3rd of January 2014.

Sadiasa meanwhile said that this year, more changes aiming for the improvement of Malay, particularly of Boracay are to be expected.

The LGU, he added, has already prepared plans to maintain the Municipality’s progress this 2014.

Translated by Shelah Casiano

Recorded firecracker related incidents in Aklan, lower by one case

Written by Gloria Villas

Recorded firecracker related incidents in the province of Aklan have lowered compared to the previous year.

According to Aklan Provincial Health Officer Dr. Cornelio Cuachon Jr., based on their data, the incident this year is lower by one case.

PHO’s statistics showed eight recorded firecracker injuries, some were from the use of “kwitis” or skyrockets, whistle bombs and triangles.

There were no recorded incident of stray bullets and firework congestions in the province.

Firecracker victims’ ages ranged from 3 to 39 years old.

Meanwhile, Cuachon advised those injured with firecrackers and are self-medicating to have it checked in hospitals or clinics to avoid tetanus.

Cuachon said there are cases where the wounds are smaller, but black powder may have entered the cut which can lead to further infection.

Translated by Shelah Casiano

DOT Boracay, focuses on promotion and marketing this 2014

Written by Jay-ar Arante

The Department of Tourism (DOT) Boracay is focusing on the promotion and marketing for the island of Boracay this 2014.

DOT Boracay Officer-in-Charge Tim Ticar said they will be inviting more visitors and encourage them to invest and or establish businesses on the island, the province of Aklan and even the whole western Visayas.

This coming January 18, 2014, they will be bringing Canadian Investors in Western Visayas, Boracay and Aklan.

Ticar added, the agency is also set to invite cruise ship companies to visit Boracay aiming to name the island as the “Haven for Cruise Ship destination.”

In line with this, more than 10 cruise ships and even more tourists and guests are expected to come to Boracay this 2014.

Translated by Shelah Casiano