THE VIEW FROM RIZAL Dr. Jun Ynares “Do you think they have what it takes to succeed?” That was the question my wife, Andeng asked me recently. We were watching the replay of the livestreaming of a university graduation ceremony, and she had earlier been admiring “the wonderful look of hope...
Photo from ABAKA’s Facebook page Plastic and styrofoam materials for packaging of merchandise will soon be banned in the Art Capital of the Country starting August 1. The office of Mayor Jeri Mae Calderon said Municipal Ordinance No. 11-618 which is scheduled to be implemented next month...
At the much awaited chartering of the newest and most-awaited club in the history of the fraternal order of Eagles. Hence, the Okada Elite Eagles Club and Rizal Supreme Elite Eagles Club. Present were Senator Cynthia Villar, Usec Epimaco Densing III, Usec Jing Paras, Congressman Michael Morden,...
Jose Rizal University tries to continue its giant-slaying ways as it shoots for a historic trip to the finals when it clashes with Arellano Sunday, July 17, in the final stepladder semis game of the NCAA women’s volleyball at The Arena in San Juan City. The Lady Bombers made history after posting...
THE VIEW FROM RIZAL Dr. Jun Ynares “Is history really nothing more than gossip?” This was the question that crossed my mind when I saw some posts in social media last week which were going viral. It had to do with a remark made by a young local celebrity. The actual remark was confusing, and...
Graduation rites and other end-of-school activities in Rizal province are being held this week until Saturday, July 9. Photo courtesy of Nel Andrade The Department of Education’s Schools Division Office-Rizal (SDO Rizal) said some public schools have yet to hold their graduation ceremonies. Mil...
The Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) and Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) signed a memorandum of understanding to promote digital financial inclusion in the country's cooperative groups. (COOPERATIVE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FACEBOOK) The contract signing was held during the...
Devotees of Antipolo City’s Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage or the Nuestra Señora Dela Paz Y Buenviaje, most popularly referred to as the ‘Virgin of Antipolo’, will once again be able to join the traditional procession of the venerated Marian image on Tuesday, July 5. Photo via Nel Andrade...
THE VIEW FROM RIZAL Dr. Jun Ynares Pilgrims and local folks who attended mass at the cathedral of Antipolo City last Sunday were among the first to hear a piece of joyful news. In his homily, Antipolo Bishop Francisco de Leon announced that the Holy See has approved the diocese’s petition to have...
Needs a break from the busy streets of Manila, and just breathe with nature? DOMES VILLAGE Found along the River Park, it is a series of dome-like structures linked by suspended bridges. Created by artist Bernardo Pacquing, it's a large-scale outdoor art installation and a playground, made...
The latest Sentro Rizal, a repository of all things Filipino, launches in Hanoi Ambassador Meynardo LB Montealegre with NCCA executive director Oscar G. Casaysay at the facade of the new Sentro Rizal Hanoi The Philippine Embassy in Hanoi, Vietnam in partnership with the National Commission for...
THE VIEW FROM RIZAL Dr. Jun Ynares “What do you wish the new administration would give priority to?” This is the question I have been getting from friends and colleagues in the local government sector. In a few days, we will be sworn into office as the next mayor of Antipolo City. We will...
