By JEN BAYLON Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson called for unity among sugar federations in the province, urging them to set aside their differences to tackle the pressing challenges facing the industry. The appeal comes as the local sugar sector grapples with declining prices and production issues that threaten its economic stability. “We have …
Monthly Archives: January 2025
What Epiphany teaches us
By Fr. Roy Cimagala The Solemnity of the Lord’s Epiphany reminds us that Christ is meant for all of us, and not just a few, and like the Three Magi, we should make an effort to look for him, that is, to look for God, in everything in our lives — in the people we …
History lost in bills
By Herman M. Lagon Filipino banknotes have always been more than just currency — they tell our story. For decades, they have carried the faces of heroes who shaped our history, taught us values and gave us a shared identity. But now, as the new designs trade these icons for images of plants and animals, we are left …
Bacolod crime rate up 5.95%
By JEN BAYLON The crime rate in Bacolod City has increased by 5.95 percent in 2024, raising concerns among local authorities and residents alike. Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) director, Colonel Joeresty Coronica, said they recorded a total of 1,245 reported crimes in 2024, higher than 1,175 cases in 2023. Coronica attributed this rise primarily to a …
NegOcc eyeing sustainable solutions to Mt. Kanlaon woes
The Negros Occidental provincial government is looking at long-term solutions to address the concerns brought by the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon as thousands of internally displaced persons (IDPs) have remained in evacuation centers for more than three weeks now. Provincial Administrator Rayfrando Diaz II said yesterday that the province will use the P50-million financial assistance …
P50-M aid from Palace for Kanlaon evacuees still intact
The P50 million financial assistance from the Office of the President for evacuees of Kanlaon Volcano’s explosive eruption is still intact, Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson said. He admitted he doesn’t know if there are “clear guidelines on how to use” the funds. Otherwise, Lacson said the provincial government will “use it in the same …
3 nabbed in P1-M ‘shabu’ sting op in Bacolod City
Three persons were arrested in a buy-bust that yielded P1.02 million in shabu at Barangay 3 in Bacolod City yesterday, the Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) said in a report. They were identified with their aliases as Moeses, 22 years old; Erica, 24 years old, both of Purok Lubi, and alias Edron, 18 years old, …
Canlaon City assured of agri recovery aid amid Mt. Kanlaon unrest
The Department of Agriculture (DA) assured Canlaon City Mayor Jose Chubasco Cardenas yesterday of its support for the city’s recovery efforts to aid farmers affected by the Mt. Kanlaon eruption. Albert Barogo, DA-Negros Island Region (NIR) Executive Director, told the Philippine News Agency in an interview that Assistant Secretary Daniel Atayde gave the assurance during …
Daegu coach praises Belangel’s growth
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Daegu Korea Gas Corporation Pegasus head coach Kang Hyuk praised Negrense guard Samjosef Belangel for his mental growth in his third season in the Korean Basketball League (KBL). According to Kang, he is proud of the former Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles standout for consistently improving his game, earning him …
Thunder keeps streak alive with comeback win over Clippers
The Oklahoma City Thunder earned their 13th consecutive victory — and longest winning streak since the franchise moved to Oklahoma City — in a 116-98 win over the Los Angeles Clippers yesterday (Philippine time). Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 29 points and Jalen Williams added 18 to help the Thunder move within one win of the franchise’s all-time longest winning …