University of the East (UE) is back in the win column of the UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball tournament. The Red Warriors leaned on a huge third quarter to push back National University (NU), 74-58, on Saturday, October 26, at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. Jack Santiago and company were coming from …
Monthly Archives: October 2024
NEGROS POWER AT YOUR SERVICE: NEPC unveils its five-year power development plan
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October 26, 2024
By MAE SINGUAY Power consumers in Central Negros have more reasons to smile this MassKara Festival as Negros Electric and Power Corporation (Negros Power) embarked on its five-year development plan which promises to deliver reliable power services in Central Negros Electric Cooperative’s (Ceneco) franchise areas. Efficient service, lower power costs, fewer brownouts, and better customer …
THE FIRST TWO MONTHS: Negros Power accomplishments since takeover
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October 26, 2024
By MAE SINGUAY Several initiatives have been made by Negros Electric and Power Corporation (Negros Power) in the first two months since its takeover of Central Negros Electric Cooperative’s operations in August, while staying true to its commitment to distribute reliable energy in Central Negros./MS, WDJ *** Negros Power prioritizes critical areas where power outages …
Illuminating the way: Negros Power commits to the Sitio Electrification Program
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October 26, 2024
By JEN BAYLON The Sitio Electrification Program, a collaborative effort by the National Electrification Administration (NEA) and electric cooperatives across the country, aims to provide reliable electricity to the most remote communities. For more than six years, from 2017 to 2022, electric cooperatives have successfully energized 6,888 sitios, despite challenges such as inadequate funding and …
Tied together with a smile: Satisfied employees and power consumers share testimonies and expectations with Negros Power
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October 26, 2024
As Negros Electric and Power Corporation (NEPC) continues to deliver reliable power distribution in Central Negros, Negrenses are optimistic about the distribution utility’s role in fostering a sustainable energy future for Bacolod City and its neighboring areas. With ongoing improvements and focus on customer satisfaction, NEPC appears well-positioned to meet the growing energy needs of …
MassKara Festival: From Adversity to Joy in Bacolod City
By JEN BAYLON The MassKara Festival, renowned for its vibrant masks and lively street dances, has deep roots in the history of Bacolod City, emerging during a period of profound sorrow. In the early 1980s, the city’s economy was devastated by the collapse of the sugar industry, its main livelihood. This economic crisis was compounded …
Bacolod: On the way to become super city
Known for its world-class MassKara Festival celebrated every October, Bacolod City is optimistic about achieving its goal of becoming a “super city.” The local government unit describes “super city” as “a global city with a diversified economy, skilled human resources, and a model for green development and good governance.” Bacolod, as the only highly urbanized …
Bacolod’s chicken inasal: A culinary triumph on the global stage
By JEN BAYLON The famous chicken inasal, hailing from Bacolod City, has long been considered a crown jewel of Filipino cuisine. Now, the world has taken notice. In October 2024, TasteAtlas, a renowned global guide to traditional dishes and authentic restaurants, named Bacolod’s chicken inasal the No. 1 Filipino dish, earning an impressive 4.5-star rating. TasteAtlas …
All hail the Sapphire Queen!
By JEN BAYLON Amidst a kaleidoscope of colorful costumes and electrifying performances, Princess Ella Olmilla emerged as the star of the evening, capturing the crown with her captivating poise and grace. A spotlight shone on Princess Ella, amid other contestants competing for the prestigious title of Miss Bacolod MassKara 2024, in time of the festival’s …
Vivid echoes: ‘Bacolod WallStory’ unveils a tapestry of resilience
By MA. THERESA LADIAO As Bacolod City celebrates the 45th MassKara Festival, the unveiling of the longest mural in the city’s history has become a key highlight of this year’s Sapphire Celebration. Stretching along Mabini Street in Barangay 22, “Bacolod WallStory,” a remarkable community artwork spearheaded by the Bacolod Yuhum Foundation and Orange Project, is not …