President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. is set to inaugurate the Cebu-Negros-Panay Backbone Project Stage 3 (CNP3) will be inaugurated on April 8, Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas said yesterday. During the Philippine Electric Power Industry Forum 2024 at the Iloilo Convention Center, Treñas also welcomed this development which is expected to improve the power situation on …
Monthly Archives: April 2024
DOH focuses vax efforts vs. pertussis on most vulnerable
The Department of Health (DOH) said it would prioritize the protection of the vulnerable population against pertussis or whooping cough. The DOH made this remark amid reports that free booster shots for children aged five and above, adolescents, adults, and pregnant women are not available in health centers. “In a situation with limited resources, the …
NegOcc church temporarily closed after desecration of religious images
The San Isidro Labrador Parish Church in Binalbagan, Negros Occidental is temporarily closed after the destruction and desecration committed on several of its religious items. “The images of St. Joseph, San Isidro Labrador — the parish patron, Immaculate Conception, two angels, and the Crucifix were partially and totally damaged. The Tabernacle was also disfigured. This …
Guv lifts suspension of classes in Negros Oriental as heat index drops
Negros Oriental Governor Manuel Sagarbarria ordered the lifting of the suspension of classes at all levels in both public and private schools across the province, citing a better projection of lower heat indices in the coming days. The move came just two days after the governor declared the suspension of classes province-wide under Executive …
Cignal HD dominates Farm Fresh in PVL
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The Cignal HD Spikers bounced back from a heartbreaking defeat with a 25-10, 25-14, 25-15 victory over the Farm Fresh Foxies in the PVL 1st All-Filipino Conference at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City on Thursday night, April 4. Roselyn Doria made her presence felt with an eight-point contribution to …
Malaluan steps up as Canino-less DLSU prevails over UP
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Alleiah Malaluan delivered timely hits as the De La Salle University (DLSU) Lady Spikers scored a 26-24, 25-19, 24-26, 27-25 victory over the University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons in the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City on Thursday, …
Sixers, Warriors boost NBA playoff hopes with key wins
Tyrese Maxey scored 37 points and Joel Embiid added 29 to ignite the Philadelphia 76ers in a 109-105 victory at Miami yesterday (Philippine time) and boost their NBA playoff chances. Maxey added 11 assists and nine rebounds, just missing a triple double in 41 minutes on the court as the Sixers improved to 42-35, eighth …
Entry permits; NegOcc PVO issues entry permits for hog shipments
By Jen Baylon The Negros Occidental Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) said they will be issuing entry permits for hog shipments from areas classified as green zones due to African swine fever (ASF) amid the ban on pork and pork-related products in the province. PVO officer-in-charge Dr. Placeda Lemana confirmed yesterday that live hogs will be allowed for entry, …
Over 500 cops to secure Panaad sa Negros
BY JEN BAYLON More than 500 uniformed personnel from the Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office (NOCPPO) will secure the much-anticipated Panaad sa Negros Festival 2024 from April 15 to 21. NOCPPO spokesperson Colonel Abegael Donasco said that they are prepared to secure the festival and maintain a safe environment for the attendees. Donasco also emphasized the …
Bacolod cops form anti-vandalism body
The Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) has formed a task force to address the recent proliferation of vandalism, which is prohibited by City Ordinance 534. Colonel Noel Aliño, city police director, said yesterday they have been directed by Mayor Alfredo Abelardo Benitez to strictly implement the ordinance as more vandalism on walls of commercial …