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2010 Election Coverage

joseph — Mon, 10 May 2010 00:47:12 +0000

The best way to follow the Aurora Province election is through www.dzjospiritfm.com. The radio station is the official provincial headquarters of PPCRV Aurora. DZJO Live streaming:

Streaming live video by Ustream

You can also follow the local election through social networks:

Twitter: search for “batangbaler” or “#auroraelection”. www.twitter.com/batangbaler
Facebook: go to Batangbaler Facebook page.

Batangbaler is also a member of the Juanvote network covering the National Election. Just visit juanvote.com or twitter.com/juanvote or you can follow the #juanvote hashtag on twitter.

Other updates will also be posted in this website.

CLICK HERE FOR ELECTION RESULTS IN AURORA PROVINCE (COMELEC WEBSITE)

CLICK HERE FOR ELECTION RESULTS IN BALER (COMELEC WEBSITE)

CLICK HERE FOR ELECTION RESULTS IN CASIGURAN (COMELEC WEBSITE)

CLICK HERE FOR ELECTION RESULTS IN DINALUNGAN (COMELEC WEBSITE)

CLICK HERE FOR ELECTION RESULTS IN MARIA AURORA (COMELEC WEBSITE)

CLICK HERE FOR ELECTION RESULTS IN DIPACULAO (COMELEC WEBSITE)

CLICK HERE FOR ELECTION RESULTS IN DINGALAN (COMELEC WEBSITE)

CLICK HERE FOR ELECTION RESULTS IN DILASAG (COMELEC WEBSITE)

DZJO Spirit FM Baler, Aurora Now Streaming Online

joseph — Thu, 06 May 2010 04:48:33 +0000

Aurora’s first radio station is now streaming online. This makes the radio station not only the one with the largest broadcast footprint covering Dilasag to Dingalan but also the first in the province with internet presence. This means that Aurorans anywhere on earth with an internet connection could enjoy listening to the local news and different programs being aired by the station. They can also connect with their relatives and friends through the chatroom that is embedded along with the live broadcast. You can access DZJO Spriti FM by going to http://dzjospiritfm.com or ustream.tv/channel/dzjo-baler-radio. Latest updates can be accessed through the DZJO Spirit FM Facebook Page.

DZJO Spirit FM is the first radio station in Baler, Aurora. It started operation in the early 90’s and it’s still the only non-profit radio station operating in the Province. The station is a part of the Catholic Media Network. The online streaming project is an initiative of the station’s new manager Mr. Jimmy A. Peñamante with the technical support of Batangbaler.

Batangbaler @ Facebook

joseph — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 11:15:46 +0000

You’re invited to “Like” the Batangbaler Facebook Page for the latest updates, links, and orons about Baler and Aurora.

Batang Baler on Facebook

The Aurora Inter-Organizational Alliance – USA

joseph — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 01:12:46 +0000

(AIOA-USA’s officers.Standing from left to right: Andy Leander, Atty. Terry Herrera, Roland Protesta, Ezer Teh, Primo Teh, Efren Padua, Dante Rubio. Seating from left to right: Jennifer Duaso-Faustino, Doris Pena-Herrera, Alegria Querijero-Wong, Dr. Belen G. Guerrero, Violeta Morada-Ferraren, Lucy Gonzales-Entac, Merle Francisco-Manalac and Cely Ruidera-Antonis)

I got acquainted with Mr. Dante Rubio via Facebook. Mr. Rubio is a former Board Member of Aurora Province and is now based in the USA. He is the President of an umbrella organization of Auroranians in the USA, the Aurora Inter-Organizational Alliance – USA. I asked him for some info about AIOA-USA. Here’s his message:

The Aurora Inter-Organizational Alliance-USA was brought about by a clamor to put up an umbrella organization for Auroranians in the US- which will serve as a venue- where we can vent out our longings and yearnings, and consequently, bring meaning to our exilic life here in the US. The association was preceded by a series of frustrations aimed at putting up a similar organization for Auroranians, but fizzled out to oblivion for unclear reason.

On its third year now, the AIOA-USA is bent on making an impact on the lives of, not only our members here, but to the people of Aurora. We realize we have to take advantage of the blessings of this great country and share it with the less fortunate of our kababayans. We dream to contribute to the development of our beloved province specially in the area of education, environment, tourism and hopefully, with God’s grace contribute to the living standards of the poor, by embarking on something that will provide economic impact on the province poor population. Last year we started to make our advocacy a reality by distributing used computers to the different schools located in the outskirts, like Cemento, Pingit, Obligacion in Baler, Dimanayat, Dikapinisan, Ditumabo in San Luis; Diome, Dikildit, Ditailen in Maria to name a few, and the rest of the towns getting their equitable share. We have distributed used clothings and other second hand stuffs, so that those who have practically nothing can have something to cover their body during those cold nights in the outback. These are continuing projects which we hope to continue for as long as we can sustain. The organizationis doing its fair share here in promoting tourism-by way of our press releases that saw print in Fil-Am newspapers- in the equally majestic Aurora known also for its pristine beaches, ctystal clear rivers, awesome waterfalls, breattaking mountain view and the giant waves that mesmerize many.

Hopefully, with the grace of God, we will get positive response from notable foundations like the Oprah Winphrey Foundation, Ford Foundation and the Rockefeller Foundation to partner with us to realize the org’s big dreams. We are also trying to hook up with the Bill and Melissa Gates Foundation.

And as we, the Ak-kaws, the Wadi Lak-kes’ and the Ilokdits weave our dream and make our mark, we hope that while exilic existence is not at all easy, we can do our part as we look back to our land of origin by bringing in small tokens of gratitude to the land that nourished us during the days of our innocence.

Current officers of the association for Year 2010-2112 are: Dante H. Rubio, president; Doris Pena-Herrera of Casiguran, vice president representing DIDICADI; Rey Tan of Baler representing Baler, San Luis, Maria Aurora and Dingalan; Violeta Feraren of Baler, secretary; Lorna Pena-Alilain of Casiguran, asst secretary;Lucy Gonzales-Entac of Baler, treasurer; Ezer Teh of Baler, asst treasurer; Robert Teh, auditor; Merlyn Esteves of Casiguran, PRO; Leggie Querijero-Wong of Baler, asst PRO; Cely Ruidera-Antonis, asst PRO; Andy Leander of Baler, sgt at arms; Primo Teh of Casiguran, sgt at arms.

The Board of Directors are: Dr. Belen Guerrero (Baler), Luisa Hertazuela-Pilapil (San Luis), Atty. Terry Herrera (Casiguran), Efren Padua (Maria Aurora), Jennifer Duaso Faustino, (Dinalungan), Roland Protesta (Dilasag, ex oficio) Rosemarie Dumadara-Mangosong (Dipaculao).

Advisers are: Lor Ancheta, Carlos Lumasac, Adel Angara-Maxion, Dan Mora, AmeLita Briones, Ernesto Avenilla, Zosimo Novicio. Legal Adviser, Adolfo Villareal-Nabor.

More power and good luck to Aurora Inter-Organizational Alliance-USA and to the other association of Auroranians in the USA like the Aurora Association – USA, Aurora Association of the Midwest and the Casiguran Association – USA.

Holy Week in Baler

joseph — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 00:48:03 +0000

The Good Friday procession in Baler. Click here for the rest of the pictures.

More pictures:

Good Friday in Ditumabo (from Brgy. Ditumabo Facebook Page)

Good Friday in Real, San Luis, Aurora [requires a Facebook account] (photos by Mike Berja)

The Pa Comments 26 ssion of the Christ – Baler Version [requires a Facebook account] (photos by Ymay Calugtong)

and here’s what they do in Dingalan on Good Friday (2009 pictures from Alexies Racca)

Penitensya photos by Alexies Racca

Baler Artists Exhibit at UP Bulwagan ng Dangal

joseph — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:44:14 +0000

Complementing the still ongoing Baler, Aurora ethnographic art exhibit at Bulwagan ng Dangal, UP Diliman’s University Heritage Museum, is another showcase of artworks by Baler’s Dimalangat Arts Community. The exhibit will run from March 15 to April 30, 2010. Participating artists are Sherwin Paul Gonzales, Marvin Soriano, Ian Maigan, Roy Buen, Jazmin Pasion, Vincent Christopher Gonzales, Val Davidson De Leon, Rosanna Querijero, Ibunsod Querijero, John Blanco, Johann Bitancor, Amado Jimenez, Eufemno Amansec, Jaypee nidoy, and Erwin Preposo. The exhibit was made possible through the initiative of Sen. Edgardo J. Angara, with the guidance of Jeho Bitancor.

Bulwagan ng Dangal, the newest and largest exhibition hall of UP Diliman, is located at the basement of the Gonzalez Hall (University Library).

Photos from the opening of the exhibit can be viewed here. Courtesy of Mimin Pasion

Aurora Day 2010 Updates

joseph — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:00:25 +0000

I will post most of this year’s Aurora Day Celebration events on the Batangbaler Facebook Page. I will also link updates in this post for those who don’t have Facebook accounts.

This year marks the 31st Foundation Anniversary of Aurora Province. Keeping to the spirit of using BAC initialed theme, this year’s theme is Aurora: Booming Amidst global economic Crisis. The schedule of events are posted here.

February 19, 2010. Aurora Day 2010 Parade and Anniversary Program. Photos from Donna Friginal (FB). Photos from the Aurora Province Page (FB). Photos from Ymay Calugtong (FB).

February 18, 2010. Street Dancing Competition (Photos by Ymay Calugtong FB) People’s Party and Fireworks display at the Sabang Beach, featuring Siakol and Callalilly. The Concert photos are here. Video of Fireworks display.

February 17, 2010. Karera ng Kalabaw at Baler Central School (photos from Donna Friginal FB). Bb. Aurora Coronation Night. Video of Jonathan Urbano’s performance. AVP of Bb. Aurora Activities.

February 16, 2010. Basketball with the Stars at the Sentro Baler.

February 15, 2010.Drum and Lyre Competition (photos by Ymay Calugtong FB) Bb. Aurora 2010 Talent Night. Talents Video Clip.

February 14-19. Araw ng Pagkilala. Tourism and Trade Fair. Batangbaler Photos. Photos by Arwin Soriano (FB). Photos from Aurora Province (FB) . Photos from Donna Friginal (FB). Aurora Inter-Agency Sportsfest Awarding – Photos from Aurora Province (FB)

February 11-14. Aurora Surfing Challenge. Photos from Arwin Soriano (Facebook)

February 8, 2010. The Aurora Inter-Agency Sportsfest opens. A parade was held from Quezon Park to the Provincial Capitol. The highlight of the day was the Cheerdance Competition. The results: Green Team (Deped) – Champion, Violet Team (Provincial Government of Aurora) – 2nd and Black Team (Maria Aurora LGU) – 3rd. The muse and escort of the Violet Team won the Mr. & Ms. Sportsfest awards. The pictures of the parade from the Aurora Province FB Page . The pictures of the opening program and the Cheerdance competition.

Bb. Aurora 2010 – Headshots

joseph — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 23:35:35 +0000

See the Aurora Day 2010 updates at the Batangbaler Facebook page.

Click on the picture below to see the headshot pictures of the Bb. Aurora candidates. the Coronation night will be tonight, 7:00 PM at the Sentro Baler (Baler Sports Complex).