Guimaras mining project opposed; Island folk reject 'glittering proposal' of mining company.(Provincial News) From: Manila Bulletin | Date: March 28, 2008 | COPYRIGHT 2008 Manila Bulletin Publishing Corp. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

ILOILO CITY (PNA) - Still reeling from adverse effects of the tragic oil spill that destroyed two years the island's pristine beaches, mangrove areas, and rich fishing grounds, the island province of Guimaras fears it may be facing another ecological disaster that may be caused by a gold-mining project.

But the residents, local officials, and members of the academe and the religious sector are not about to take chances.

They refused to be tempted by the "glitt...