Ten budding filmmakers from highly urbanized Bacolod City will showcase short films with the theme “Stories with a Smile” during the maiden Bacolod Film Festival from September 12 to 15. The screenings will be at SM City Bacolod and Ayala Malls Capitol Central cinemas. “Get ready to witness the remarkable works of the finalist filmmakers, …
Monthly Archives: September 2024
12 ex-NPA rebels in north Negros obtain birth certificates, gov’t IDs
Some 12 former New People’s Army (NPA) rebels in Escalante City, Negros Occidental, have obtained vital documents and identification (ID) cards issued by the government as part of the process for the restoration of their civil and political rights. All applicants of the amnesty program were assisted by the Philippine Army’s 79th Infantry Battalion (IB), …
P19 wage hike in Negros Oriental takes effect October
Labor and management sectors in Negros Oriental agreed yesterday on a P19 wage increase, which is expected to take effect in October. The agreement was reached during a public hearing in Dumaguete City conducted by the Regional Tripartite Wage and Productivity Board in Region-Central Visayas (RTWPB-7), led by Department of Labor and Employment Regional Director …
‘Enteng’ intensifies into severe tropical storm
Weather disturbance “Enteng” has intensified into severe tropical storm, now packing maximum sustained winds of 95 kilometers per hour (kph) near the center and gustiness of up to 115 kph, the weather bureau said yesterday. In its 5:00 p.m. update, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said “Enteng” was last tracked 165 km west northwest of Laoag …
Negrense Pons proud to contribute on Creamline’s defense
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Negrense Bernadeth Pons expressed elation at her defensive contributions for the Creamline Cool Smashers in the ongoing PVL Reinforced Conference. According to the Negros Occidental’s Talisay City-native, she is prouder of her defensive performance than her offensive contributions for the Cool Smashers. “Syempre, lagi talagang mag-contribute para sa team,” Pons said. …
Negrense Jerom Lastimosa sidelined for Magnolia
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Magnolia Chicken Timplados Hotshots rookie Jerom Lastimosa is sitting out the entire 2024 PBA Governors’ Cup as he continues to recover from his anterior cruciate ligament injury. According to Hotshots head coach Chito Victolero, the Negrense guard is still in the process of working his way back from the knee injury …
After Paris setback, Eumir Marcial still plans to continue boxing
After experiencing a setback at the Paris Olympics, Eumir Marcial says he’s gearing up for an even greater comeback. The 28-year-old boxer said he will return to the ring, drawing motivation from the outpouring of support from his family and fans. “Sobrang na-appreciate ko ‘yung pagbigay nila sa akin ng encouraging message. Andaming nagme-message even …
Making Every Drop Count!
Sharing the success of the MOA Signing, Ribbon Cutting, and Official Turnover of LWUA’s “Catch Me I’m Falling: Rainwater Catchment Project” at Barangay Granada, Bacolod City. The effort was a pilot project aimed at enhancing water resource management in the community. All over the country, only 5 local water districts were chosen for the initial …
Inclement weather: NegOcc disaster mgt office on blue alert due to ‘Enteng,’ habagat
BY JEN BAYLON The Negros Occidental Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) has been placed under blue alert due to inclement weather brought about by the combined effects of Tropical Storm “Enteng” and the southwest monsoon. “Concerned offices, agencies and city or municipal disaster risk reduction and management offices are advised to continuously monitor, …
Unleashing the full potential of tourism as a driver of growth
By Sonny Angara Since the economy opened up after the COVID-19 pandemic, tourism has been a key contributor to the growth of the Philippine economy. Based on official data from the Philippine Statistics Authority, tourism made up 6.2 percent of the economy as measured by gross domestic product. The tourism sector is also an important …