By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga The president of the Progressive Alliance of Capitol Employees (PACE) in Negros Occidental is planning to pursue legal action against certain individuals involved in the spreading of “black propaganda” against him. In a radio interview yesterday morning, PACE president Engineer Ruben Diamante said he has already filed a blotter complaint …
Monthly Archives: January 2024
NegOcc PVO braces for El Niño effects on livestock
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga The Negros Occidental Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) has begun its preparations for the effects of the El Niño phenomenon on livestock. PVO head Dr. Placeda Lemana said they have not received new reports of livestock deaths due to heat. Lemana said among the livestock illnesses that could occur due …
PLO: Drug-linked capitol employees could face grave misconduct raps
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Regular employees of the Negros Occidental provincial government who tested positive for illegal drugs could still be dismissed, the Provincial Legal Office (PLO) said yesterday. PLO head, Atty. Alberto Nellas Jr., said they are already taking steps against drug-positive employees while awaiting their confirmatory drug test results. “Once they get …
Bacolod City starts operation of sensor-controlled traffic lights
The Bacolod City government is gearing up for the implementation of its P41-million traffic signal facility project, starting with the operation of three traffic lights equipped with radar sensor technology. The initial three units, worth P16 million, are located at the intersections along Police Station 6 in Barangay Taculing, North Capitol Road, and Buri Road …
Ex-rebels, farmers in Negros learn to make crafts for livelihood
Former New People’s Army (NPA) rebels and farmers in the remote village in Negros Occidental’s Isabela town, are making craft products for livelihood through training facilitated by the Association of Negros Producers (ANP), the organizer of the renowned Negros Trade Fair. Since last month, about 100 of them, all from Barangay Riverside, have attended …
Army’s 3ID renews commitment to make Negros Island insurgency-free
The Philippine Army’s 3rd Infantry Division (ID) remained firm in its goal to end the local communist armed conflict in Negros Island after receiving recognition from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) for its successful peace campaign in its area of operations. In a statement yesterday, Major General Marion Sison, commander of 3ID, said …
SBP awaits final verdict on Brownlee’s doping issue
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) is waiting for the final verdict of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) regarding Gilas Pilipinas naturalized player Justin Brownlee’s doping issue. According to SBP president Al Panlilio, Brownlee has already submitted all documents needed to prove that his supposed doping violation during the 19th …
Beermen reinserts Manuel, Magnolia activates Ahanmisi
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The San Miguel Beermen and the Magnolia Chicken Timplados Hotshots have strengthened their rosters further ahead of the 2023-2024 PBA Commissioner’s Cup quarterfinals. The Beermen activated veteran forward Vic Manuel as their 15th player heading into the playoffs to bolster the already talented frontline of the squad, led by June …
NBA: Tatum, Celtics maintain mastery of Raptors
Jayson Tatum had 19 points, 14 rebounds and six assists as the visiting Boston Celtics defeated the Toronto Raptors, 105-96, yesterday (Philippine time). Jrue Holiday added 22 points and seven assists for the Celtics, who have defeated the Raptors in eight consecutive meetings. Derrick White contributed 22 points. Kristaps Porzingis scored 15 points and …
OFW groups join support for Pag-IBIG contribution hike
OFW organizations are also backing Pag-IBIG Fund’s plan to increase members’ monthly savings rate this year, agency officials announced Tuesday, (16 January). After gaining support from labor and employer groups, Pag-IBIG Fund’s plan also received nods from the Kapisanan ng mga Kamag-anak at Migranteng Manggagawang Pilipino, Inc. (KAKAMMPI), the Kabalikat ng Migranteng Pilipino, Inc. (KAMPI), …