By CESAR JOLITO III The Negros Occidental provincial government stressed the need for constant dialogue with the Silay City government to resolve concerns over water security in the province, amid the city’s opposition to its P1.1-billion bulk water supply project. Provincial Administrator Rayfrando Diaz II said negotiations with city officials will continue following Silay Mayor …
Monthly Archives: August 2025
No ties to owner of top flood control project contractor: solon
By CESAR JOLITO III Bacolod City Lone District Representative Alfredo Abelardo Benitez has denied any political or business ties to the owner of Legacy Construction Corporation, the country’s top contractor handling a significant portion of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) flood control projects. In a radio interview, Benitez clarified that he has …
Soldiers, volunteers build home for kin of fallen rebel
Troopers of the Philippine Army’s 79th Infantry Battalion (IB), together with community volunteers and private donors, are building a house for the family of the late Joe Caramihan, who died in an armed conflict in Barangay Pinapugasan, Escalante City, Negros Occidental last year. Caramihan, a former member of an anti-crime volunteer group, was among the …
Canlaon City tourism in full swing after volcano alert lowered
Tourism in Canlaon City, Negros Oriental is picking up after the alert level status of Mt. Kanlaon was downgraded from 3 to 2, officials said on Thursday, August 21. Seth Cabanes Bariga, the city’s OIC information officer, told the Philippine News Agency that all tourist sites previously closed due to the December 9, 2024, eruption …
Classes suspended in 2 NegOr towns due to heavy rains
At least two municipalities in Negros Oriental suspended classes yesterday as heavy rains from the southwest monsoon threatened flooding and landslides. Lt. Stephen Polinar, spokesperson of the Negros Oriental Police, told the Philippine News Agency that the towns of Siaton and Sta. Catalina are closely monitored to ensure public safety. “Emergency responders in Siaton and …
Bedonia, PLDT sweep Chery in PVL
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Kiesha Bedonia made the most of her starting role as the PLDT High Speed Hitters swept the Chery Tiggo Crossovers, 25-16, 25-14, 25-18, to kick off their 2025 PVL Invitational campaign at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City on Thursday, August 21. The Negrense hitter scored six points while providing stability on …
Young Bacolodnon booter shines in Johor Cup
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Eight-year-old Lionel Nickolai Binguan of Bacolod City’s Barangay Estefania, contributed to the Philippine representatives’ triumph in the Plate Division of the Johor Cup in Malaysia. Binguan, a Grade 3 student at the University of St. La Salle, scored seven goals during the tournament while also dishing out several key assists that …
Alas Pilipinas players released early by PNVF to rejoin PVL clubs
Alas Pilipinas women players were granted early release by the Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF) to rejoin their mother clubs in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL). According to PNVF chairman for national teams and PVL President Ricky Palou, the national team players are not scheduled for any immediate tournaments, which allows them to return to …
Bulls to retire Derrick Rose’s No. 1 jersey
The Chicago Bulls will retire former NBA MVP Derrick Rose’s No. 1 jersey on January 24, 2026, the team announced. The Bulls will host the Boston Celtics that night at the United Center. Rose, 36 years old, announced his retirement from the league over social media on September 26. The No. 1 jersey has not …
IKAW ANG UNA IN ACTION: 27 SITIOS NOW POWERED BY NEGROS POWER
Bacolod City – Negros Power continues to bring brighter and better communities through its Sitio Electrification Program (SEP), with 27 sitios across Central Negros now energized, bringing hope and opportunities to more families in the area. To date, the company has already invested P35 million to energize these sitios, marking the start of its long-term …