Statement: Proposal came about due to ‘perceived’ high sugar prices The Visayan Bloc of the House of Representatives recently put out a press release affirming their opposition to the proposal to deregulate sugar importation. “The Visayan Bloc members support the call [by] sugar industry stakeholders to review the proposed import liberalization,” the statement read. …
Monthly Archives: February 2019
Reticulated python released back into the wild in Victorias City
A reticulated python that was earlier turned over to the Cadiz City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) was recently released back into the wild last Tuesday at the Gawahon Eco Park in Victorias City. The snake measured 1.5 meters long and, according to CENRO officials, is in good physical health. According to Reptiles Magazine, …
Local KBP denounces list linking media personalities with illegal drugs
The Negros Occidental chapter of the Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas (KBP) recently put out a statement denouncing the supposed list linking Negros-based broadcasters with illegal drugs. According to the group, the lists lack “credibility” and “veracity of information.” They also echoed statements by other local media organizations saying the lists are “plagued with …
Local press club taps NBI to track down ‘fake drug lists’ source
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Outgoing Negros Press Club President Renato Duran has sought the assistance of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to trace the origins of the “malicious drug lists” circulating on social media, which named several media personalities, including the press club official. Duran met with NBI officer-in-charge, Atty. Renoir Baldivino, …
Deadline for Outstanding Women of Iloilo City nominations today
Nominations for the Outstanding Women of Iloilo City are due today. The program, which is being conducted in line with National Women’s Month, an observance celebrated throughout March, recognizes exceptional women in 15 categories including judicial services; culture and arts; persons with disability; math, science and technology; protective services; business; religious services; media; professional services; …
Suspect in DSB slashing incident captured
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga The suspect in the alleged assault and hacking of two individuals, which left one dead earlier this week in Barangay Igmaya-an, Don Salvador Benedicto, was recently captured by local barangay tanods. The suspect, identified as Gerardo Benarao, Jr., has been on the run after he attacked and hacked his …
Ombudsman case questioning Leonardia appointment dismissed
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga The Office of the Ombudsman has dismissed the case filed against incumbent Bacolod City Mayor Evelio Leonardia involving the appointment of Atty. Allan Zamora as City Legal Officer (CLO), who served from July 2004 until his passing in March 2009. In a resolution approved by Ombudsman Samuel Martires, dated …
P500K worth of drugs recovered in Mandalagan
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga At least P500,000 worth of suspected shabu was confiscated yesterday morning following a buy-bust operation along Circumferential Road at the La Herencia Subdivision in Barangay Mandalagan, Bacolod City. Police identified the suspects as Mary Grace Bonza, Jaymart Gequito, Rhonna Grace Laluyan, and Seth Andrew Mendoza. Police Station 3 …
Nietes camp confirms negotiations are underway for Palicte rematch
By Adrian Stewart Co The camp representing World Boxing Organization (WBO) world super flyweight championship Donnie Nietes recently confirmed negotiations are currently underway for a rematch against fellow Negrense, Aston Palicte. Michael Aldeguer of ALA Boxing Promotions, which handles Nietes’ bouts, said they have already spoken with Roy Jones, Jr. (RJJ) Boxing Promotions, which …
Philippines loses to HK in the ABL
By Adrian Stewart Co San Miguel Alab Pilipinas lost 88-83 to the Hong Kong Eastern basketball team last Wednesday in the 2019 ASEAN Basketball League at the Southorn Stadium in Hong Kong’s Wan Chai area. Hong Kong center Samuel Deguara led the win with 18 points, 31 rebounds, and eight blocks. Meanwhile, Michael Holyfield scored …