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The Bacolod City Water District (Baciwa) will conduct repair activity, which will cause temporary water supply interruption and turbid water in some portions of the service area. Activity: Replacement of defective 75 mm Ø gate valve at Patricia Homes-Burgos Road Schedule: Tomorrow, June 9, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Affected Areas: Patricia Homes, Carmela …

The Provincial Environment Management Office (PEMO) is inviting locals to take part in this year’s Provincial Environment Week, which launches on June 19, after a mass at the Negros Occidental Multi-purpose Activity Center (NOMPAC). Following the mass, the Colegio San Agustin-Bacolod will host Youth Environment Day Preceding formal events will be the Negros First Envi-race …

The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), along with instructors from the First Academy of Skills and Technology (FAST) recently conducted an orientation for 60 TESDA scholars at the Lopue’s East Center. The trainings include courses in welding, massage, and manicure; and students are also provided a starter kit and an allowance. Bacolod Lone …

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Food and Nutrition and Research Institute (FNRI) is encouraging parents to prepare their children’s school lunch at home. “When parents prepare the food, they can be assured of the quality and safety of their children’s food,” said nutritionist Salvador Serrano. He also suggested prepare food that does not …

By Jezza A. Nepomoceno The Junior Chamber International (JCI) Iloilo-Ilang-Ilang is currently conducting a weeklong exposition featuring the products and services of 25 female micro-entrepreneurs at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol canopy. Dubbed as “Tiendas Ilonggas,” the product exposition opened yesterday and will continue to run until Friday, June 9. JCI Iloilo-Ilang-Ilang President Haycia Kamil Olivar …

The Philippine Information Agency (PIA), in partnership with the Negros Occidental provincial government, opened the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) kiosk in the lobby of the Provincal Capitol, yesterday. PIA Regional Director, Atty. Janet Mesa, thanked Negros Occidental Alfredo Maranon, Jr. helping in the establishment of the kiosk, which promotes an understanding and appreciation …

As part of the “’Love for Kids” project, a series of humanitarian projects for underprivileged children, 91.9 Love Radio recently held an outreach program at Purok Mahimulaton, Barangay Banago, Bacolod City. According to Love Radio’s Public Affairs Director Malu Gacuma, the station aims to enhance awareness on the importance of education, hygiene, and nutrition, with …

In light of the ongoing transport strike, the free transportation provided by the Iloilo City government has catered to over one thousand stranded commuters. Iloilo City Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog thanked the Philippine National Police (PNP), the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), the Bureau of Fire …

Charie Ginete-Ilon recently welcomed the DJs of Love Radio 91.9 on her show “It’s Time with Charie.” Director Rico Panyero, Sexy Terry, Matthew Dancer, Tommy Tambay, and Totoy Bato discussed what was new on Love Radio; barangay promotions, highlighting Pinoy Games, such as kadang, patintero, Chinese garter, among others; along with talking about the love …

The Negros Occidental Public Employment Service Office (PESO) will be conducting a recruitment activity from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., tomorrow, June 7, at the Silay City Civic Center. A number of POEA-licensed recruitment agencies will be hiring nurses, skilled workers, drivers, engineers, heavy equipment operators, service crew, among others, for positions in the United …