110th Independence Day celebration in Candon City

110^th Independence Day celebration in Candon City

ILOCOS Sur' last rebel Don Isabelo Abaya was given the much recognition during 110^th Independence Day celebration in line to the government's simultaneous nationwide flag-raising and government service delivery program.

Chosen as the regional venue as full appreciation of Abaya's heroic and leader of the Candon uprising' Ikkis ti Candon' ( Cry of Candon) as he led the fight against the spaniards' oppressions and abuses 110 years ago.

"We are deeply honored that our local hero was given such recognition for his contribution to the fight for Philippine independence during the Spanish time," City Mayor Allen Singson said.

DPWH Secretary Hermogenes Ebdane Jr. was the guest of honor with Deputy Speaker Eric Singson, Ilocos Sur Gov. Doegracias Victor Savellano and City Mayor Singson leading local leaders in the affair.

After the simultaneous flag raising, wreath was offered to the monument of Abaya which is built at the city's plaza.

The life size statue shows Abaya or popularly called as Don Belong hold a bolo in his right hand while a red flaglet in his left on top of a galloping horse.

As part of the public service program, Ebdane led the distribution of cash and goods including rice to 420 families benefited from the three 'food for work' program of DPWH assisted by the City Government.

Medicines for botica sa barangay and Philhealth cards were also given to the recipients.

Abaya led the declaration 'Republic of Candon' in March 25, 1898, more than two months before the declaration of Philippine Independence.

The said date was eventually adopted as Candon's foundation day and city's fiesta main day.

traffic advisory ( 110th independence day celebration Candon City, Ilocos Sur

Traffic Advisory

The national highway from the old city hall up to north side Candon Supermarket will be close to buses and heavy vehicles 6AM to 9AM tomorrow to give way to the celebration of the 110^th Independence day in Candon City.

It will be held at plaza wayawaya, infront of the St. John Sahagun Church and at the monument of Don Isabelo Abaya at the City Plaza.

Light vehicles coming from the north can take road going west of the old city hall and 25 de Marso street.

Those coming from the south can use the Marina Street (north of Candon Supermarket going to 25 de Marso street and come out at the old city hall.

Candon will be the regional venue of the Independence commemoration in due recognition to its foremost local hero Don Isabelo Abaya.

Abaya led a short live revolt to fight off the oppressions and abuses of the Spaniards.

Heading the guests of the celebration is DPWH Secretary Hermogenes Ebdane, Jr.

He will be joined by Deputy Speaker Eric Singson, Ilocos Sur Gov. Deogracias Victor Savellano, City Mayor Allen Singson and the other local officials.

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Candon is all set for 110th Independence Day celebration in Ilocos Region

Candon is all set for 110^th Independence Day celebration in Ilocos Region

CANDON CITY, Ilocos Sur (june 6, 2008)- The hometown revolutionary hero Don Isabelo Abaya is ready for the 110^th celebration of Independence in Ilocos Region.

“We are leaving no stone unturned to ensure the successful celebration in our city because we are deeply honored to host such historic event,” City Mayor Allen Singson said

The city was chosen to be few selected venue of nationwide celebration of the Filipino’s independence from the Spanish colonial rule 110 years ago.

Like the other venues, Candon has its Abaya led “Ikkis ti Candon ( Cry of Candon), a short lived revolution against the Spaniards’ oppressions and abuses.

Singson said that DPWH secretary Hermogenes Ebdane, Jr. will be the guest of honor.

Joining him will be Deputy Speaker Eric Singson, Ilocos Sur Gov. Deogracias Victor Savellano, regional directors of the different departments, other provincial, city and local officials.

They will be leading the traditional flag- raising, wreath laying activities to be held at the Monument of Abaya situated at the city plaza.

As preparation the city government and the DPWH second district office had been working on the programs and activities to be done.

No less than DPWH Undersecretary Ramon Aquino and District Engr. Ray Elaydo in coordination of Candon City Engr. Esteban Martinez are personally overseeing all the preparations.

Martinez was tasked by City Mayor Singson to be the event’s coordinator representing the city.

The ‘food for work’ project is the foremost program to be done that will benefit 420 poor families in the city.

Candon City Health Officer Narciso Ramos said that Phil Health Cards will also be distributed during the said affair.

The different departments and agencies of the regional offices will be having their own boots to offer their services. ( jun balbin)

Candon is Ilocandia’s best performing LGU

Candon is Ilocandia’s best performing LGU

Candon City was adjudged recently as the Best Performing Local Government Unit (city level) in the whole Ilocos Region for 2006.

"It was the combined effort of the city officials, city heads, city employees, attached national government agencies and the whole cooperation of our people that made us win the award," Mayor Allen G. Singson said.

The award was handed last March during the Regional Development Council meeting held in Cabugao, Ilocos Sur.

Singson pointed out that the award is a reflection on the harmonious relationship of city officials, the city employees and the constituents.

The Department of Interior and Local Government is the lead agency in handling this prestigious award.

City Vice Mayor Nestor Itchon said that the legislative branch is always very supportive to all city programs and projects.

“We share the same objectives and visions with the executive department as far as the delivery of services to our people that is why we had excellent performance that was clearly notice by the judges of the contest,” Itchon said.

"I was expecting it because the city met all the requirements," Victoria Ramos, City Local Government Operations Officer, said

The Regional Development Council- Region I in a resolution (RDC I Excom Resolution No. 46, s. 2007 approved on December 20, last year) approved the proposal of the conduct of the RDC- DILG Performance Awards.

It recommended two categories, the "Best Performing LGU" and the "Best Practices in the Ilocos".

The RDC said that the award aims to encourage LGUs to adopt good practices in the implementations of local programs.

The Best Performing LGU was evaluated based on five performance areas, namely: a)governance (20 percent); b)administration (35 percent); c)social services (25 percent); d)economic development (10 percent), and e)environmental management (10 percent).

The selection process was spearheaded and coordinated by the SeCom on Development and Administration through the regional selection team composed of the National Economic Development Authority-1 (NEDA), DILG-1, Department of Budget and Management –1 and Civil Service Commission-1.

Ramos said that the DILG is the lead agency because in the evaluation process, it is using the Local Governance Performance Management System (LGPMS) system.

Meanwhile, Singson said that the city is expected to reap more similar award and other recognition because of the current smooth rapport in the governance of the city.

"This recognition is shared to everybody because this is was we aspire for," Singson said. (LBJ)

sarahmani sweeps ilocandia

Sarahmania Sweeps Ilocandia
Sarah Geronimo cannot hide her elation upon coming up the stage with about 20,000 people cheering her every move in her opening song and dance number.
Geronimo's concert was dubbed as "Sarah Geronimo in Motion" concert held at the beach front, Darapidap, Candon City, Ilocos Sur last April 16.
“Tuwang tuwa ako sa dami niyong pumunta," Geronimo told the crowd.
Joining Geronimo in her concert was Mark Bautista.
Geronimo's concert was free to the public as it was sponsored by Extreme Magic Sing and Deputy Speaker Eric Singson who was present during the two-hour concert.
The crowd could have been bigger if not for the downpour an hour before the concert.
"We thank God that the show went on as scheduled because we wanted to bring first class entertainment to our people," Singson said.
Singson said that because of the full appreciation of the crowd there is a possibility of another concert in the future.
Geronimo told the crowd that her concert was practically similar to her recent successful US concert tour.
The concert according to Sarah chronicled her career starting from her humble beginnings until her present success.
Among her popular songs she belted were "To Love You More," "Bituing Walang Ningning," "Pangarap na Bituin" and others. She also had a duet with Bautista.
One of the most cheered portion was when Sarah sang a medley of Jukebox hits with funky beat to suit today's style.
"Nagpapasalamat ako sa Dios na nabigyan ako talent na ito at alam ko din na hindi ito permanente. Habang napapasaya ko kayo ay gagawin ko sa lubos ng aking makakaya," Geronimo said.
She added that she could probably repay all the blessings and support she is receiving as she chose "Forever is Not Enough" as her closing song.
Sarah's humility and talent was well appreciated by the adoring crowd.
"It was fun. I appreciate very much her talent together with Mark. It was a superb performance," said Cherry Lou Robredo, of Candon City and a product of Ryan Cayabyab school of music.
The crowd remains intact for the two-hour show that brought audience all over the province and nearby provinces.
Sarah is one of the main endorsers of Extreme Magic Sing together with World Boxing Champion Manny Pacquiao. ( LBJ)