The Suyac Island Mangrove Eco-Park in Sagay City, Negros Occidental, recognized for its exceptional eco-tourism initiatives, has been named awardee of the 2025 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Community-Based Tourism Awards. The awarding ceremony will be held in Johor, Malaysia on January 20. “This award serves as a testament to how community-based tourism has …
Monthly Archives: January 2025
PNP monitors remnants of disbanded private armed group in Negros
Authorities in Negros Oriental province are keeping tabs on remnants of a dismantled private armed group (PAG) who may return for the May elections or personal reasons, an official said on Wednesday, January 15. Lt. Stephen Polinar, spokesperson for the Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office (NOPPO), revealed that at least six members of the disbanded …
Over 100 minor ash emissions recorded at Mt. Kanlaon since October
Mt. Kanlaon has recorded more than 100 minor eruptions, or ash emissions, since October last year, according to an official from the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). Mariton Bornas, head of Phivolcs’ Volcano Monitoring and Eruption Prediction Division, reported on Thursday that 117 ash emissions have occurred since October 19. “In volcanology, these …
Highway Patrol Team augments election checkpoints
The Provincial Highway Patrol Team (PHPT) of the Philippine National Police (PNP) in Negros Oriental has intensified its operations with three daily checkpoints to enforce the election gun ban and address traffic violations. This comes after eight PHPT personnel completed a deputation seminar by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) in Cebu City. Police Executive Master …
Chua leads Blackwater past Terrafirma
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The Blackwater Bossing maintained their slim playoff hopes alive after a 96-86 victory over the Terrafirma Dyip in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium on Wednesday night, January 15. Justin Chua posted a double-double of 17 points and 12 rebounds, to go with two assists, to be named …
Tay Tung swimmers shine in Bacolod City Division Meet
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Swimmers from Bacolod Tay Tung High School made their presence felt during the recently-concluded Bacolod City Division Meet. Mark Justin Yu showcased incredible performances by taking home gold medals in the secondary boys 1,500-meter freestyle, 800-meter freestyle, 400-meter freestyle, 200-meter freestyle, 4×50-meter medley relay, and 4×50-meter free style relay. Abbe Jenielle …
Oftana comes alive late as TNT sends NLEX to 5th straight loss
Calvin Oftana rediscovered his shooting touch in the fourth quarter to steer the streaking TNT Tropang Giga to a 94-87 win against the NLEX Road Warriors in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup on Wednesday, January 15, at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium. The sharpshooter, who was struggling offensively in the first three quarters, dropped nine …
Lakers end 3-game skid with win over Heat
Anthony Davis scored 22 points with 11 rebounds, LeBron James added 22 points with nine assists and the Los Angeles Lakers ended a three-game losing streak by rallying for a 117-108 victory over the visiting Miami Heat yesterday (Philippine time). Rui Hachimura scored a team-high 23 points, Max Christie had 16 and Austin Reaves added …
Viable solution: NegOcc engages with LGUs for Kanlaon evacuees’ resettlement
By JEN BAYLON The Negros Occidental provincial government is actively collaborating with local government units (LGUs) to facilitate the resettlement of evacuees affected by the ongoing threat from Kanlaon Volcano. Provincial Administrator Rayfrando Diaz II confirmed that discussions are underway to determine permanent solutions for the evacuees. Diaz said the provincial government is committed to …
Bakit marami pa ring nai-scam sa Pilipinas?
By MELANIO MAURICIO JR. INSPIRASYON SA BUHAY. “Huwag ninyong kaliligtaang basahin ang Aklat ng Kautusan at pagbulay-bulayan ito araw at gabi. Tuparin ninyo ng buong ingat ang lahat ng nakasaad doon sa lahat ng sandali, at kayo ay giginhawa at magtatagumpay sa inyong mga buhay.” (Josue 1:8, Bibliya). *** BAKIT MARAMI PA DING MGA NALOLOKO …