Affordable sportswear with quality

TACLOBAN CITY – Anta, a leading China-based sports brand, has launched its first and largest superstore in the Philippines, bringing affordable yet high-quality sportswear to Tacloban.

Located on the first level of Robinsons Place Annex Building, the 590-square-meter store offers an extensive range of basketball and running shoes, casual wear, and lifestyle apparel.

Anta Philippines General Manager John Paul Paglinawan highlighted the brand’s commitment to providing stylish and budget-friendly products.

“We aim to make sports accessible to everyone, especially the youth, by offering quality apparel and footwear at competitive prices. This is our answer to the clamor of Eastern Visayas consumers who have long wanted Anta products to be within reach,” Paglinawan said during the store’s opening on Nov. 24.

Paglinawan emphasized that Tacloban’s Anta Superstore offers prices lower than those in other Anta outlets across the country, thanks to its large store size and high product volume.

“Our superstore is different. Here, customers will find a wide selection of everyday casual wear alongside performance-oriented sportswear,” he added.

The store also features exclusive collections, focusing on casual basics, lifestyle apparel, and sports gear for both adults and kids, catering to athletes and non-athletes alike.
With prices ranging from P8,000 to P12,000 for limited edition items, the store ensures options for every budget, offering a diverse selection that appeals to various preferences and needs.

Paglinawan sees the store as a game-changer for Tacloban and the region. “We hope to inspire the youth and the community to unleash their true potential through sports and an active lifestyle,” he shared.

Anta’s Tacloban superstore is expected to serve not only the city but also surrounding areas in Leyte, marking a significant milestone in making premium sportswear more accessible to the Eastern Visayas market.

(ROEL T. AMAZONA)

TACLOBAN CITY—The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) – Tacloban City District Engineering Office (TCDEO) successfully completes the major rehabilitation of a drainage system in Marinduque and Maguindanao Streets, Brgy. 91, Abucay, Tacloban City, on September 12, 2024.

This P4.8-million project, funded by the 2024 General Appropriations Act, aimed to mitigate flooding risks caused by heavy rainfall. It involved the construction of a 544-lineal meter lined canal, a catch basin, the restoration of concrete pavement, and the installation of reinforced concrete pipe culverts (RCPC). These measures were designed to improve water flow efficiency and prevent water accumulation.

Brgy. 91, Abucay, is a community surrounded by houses, making effective drainage critical for flood mitigation. Poor drainage during heavy rains can lead to waterlogging, which poses risks such as damage to homes, health hazards from stagnant water, and disruptions to daily life. The improved drainage system ensures rainwater is efficiently directed away from residential zones, significantly reducing these risks.

District Engineer Rebecca G. Yuse shared the benefits of the completed project, saying, “Enhancing the drainage system in Brgy. 91 is important to protect the community from floods. This project will help control rainwater, protect homes, prevent damage, and make life safer and better for everyone.”

The enhanced drainage system is expected to contribute to the long-term resilience of the area, providing residents with a safer and more secure environment, even during periods of heavy rainfall.
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SAN ISIDRO, Leyte –Board Member Marie Kathryn “Chinggay” Veloso-Kabigting of Leyte’s third district responded to criticisms from the camp of San Isidro Mayor Bebot Veloso regarding her participation in a barangayan event on November 24, 2024.

Detractors questioned her presence at the event, claiming she was not invited.
Kabigting clarified that the barangayan is an official activity of the Leyte provincial government led by Governor Carlos Jericho “Icot” Petilla and members of the provincial board, aimed at addressing the needs of barangay residents.

“The barangayan activity is an official activity of the province of Leyte, of which I am a part,” she stated. “My role as a board member transcends political affiliations—it’s about serving the people.”

The event, held in Barangays Bawod and Bunacan in San Isidro, included the distribution of medicines and groceries and consultations with barangay officials to discuss infrastructure needs.

Politicization of Barangayan

Kabigting expressed dismay over attempts to politicize the barangayan by supporters of local officials. She pointed to troll sites aligned with Mayor Veloso’s camp, which allegedly criticized her participation and misrepresented the event as politically motivated.
“Some are portraying the barangayan as a local initiative to favor their political camp. This is misleading,” Kabigting said, noting that the activity is a provincial initiative funded by the Province of Leyte, not the San Isidro local government.

Social media posts also attempted to link Governor Petilla to the political campaign of congressional candidate Wingwing Veloso, the mayor’s brother. Kabigting emphasized that the barangayan remains an apolitical platform to serve residents’ needs.

A Commitment to Public Service

Kabigting underscored her right and responsibility as a board member to join barangayan activities.

“Why would I not be invited to an official provincial activity where I am part of the organizing body?” she asked.

She also highlighted her history of conducting barangayan initiatives in San Isidro alongside Governor Petilla and her sister, Congresswoman Anna Veloso-Tuazon, the representative of Leyte’s 3rd district.

“My mandate to serve the people goes beyond political parties,” Kabigting said. “I go where I am needed, without asking for anything in return.”

She reaffirmed her dedication to public service and vowed to continue addressing the needs of her constituents through programs like the barangayan initiative.

“This work is not about politics—it’s about ensuring that no one is left behind,” she concluded. (RGA)