By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga The head of the Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) investigation unit yesterday revealed the crime rate in Bacolod City has been on the decline over the past three years, a contrast to recent social media posts claiming the city is not safe. According to BCPO Investigation and Detective Management Unit …
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Biron picks up support for 2019
Over the weekend, Iloilo fourth district Rep. Ferjenel ‘Ferj’ Biron received endorsements from legislators and mayors from his district, along with the second and fifth districts, as he is considering a possible gubernatorial run in 2019. Among those lending support included Ajuy Mayor Jett Rojas and Pavia Mayor Mike Gorriceta, who also represented his father, …
Acting Iloilo City Mayor to investigate allegations of ‘defective’ native chickens
By Paulo Loreto Lim In response to allegations native chickens delivered to beneficiaries of the Iloilo City Integrated Food Production Program were “defective,” Acting Mayor Jose Espinosa III called a meeting of relevant officials and issued orders to the Internal Audit Service (IAS) office and the City Agriculturist regarding the issue. “We have to …
Negros Occidental Vice Governor assures the province is safe amid tourism push
By Paulo Loreto Lim Negros Occidental Vice Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson, while discussing plans on expanding the tourism industry in the province, insisted the province is safe. Amid the ongoing conflict in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur, brought about by the Islamic State-backed Maute group, alongside recent incidents in the province perpetrated by the …
22 areas of Bacolod City affected by Friday night flooding
CDRRMO: No casualties, child drowning falsely reported By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Based on an official report by the Bacolod City Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (CDRRMO), at least 22 areas of Bacolod City were affected by last Friday’s heavy downpour, caused by a low pressure area (LPA) and southwest monsoon. According to the report, …
Several areas in Negros Occidental evacuated due to rains –PDRRMO
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga The Negros Occidental Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (PDRRMO) reported several areas of the province were forced to evacuate, following last Friday’s heavy downpour, caused by a low pressure area (LPA) and southwest monsoon. The agency pointed out Bago City, Silay City, Sipalay City, Talisay City, La Carlota City, …
Embattled police officer claims ‘powerful and influential’ man behind home raid
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Senior Police Officer 1 (SPO1) Joshua Barile, a member of the Regional Command Security Unit (RCSU), whose home was raided last week by National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) operatives, where firearms and explosives were uncovered, claimed a “powerful and influential” individual from southern Negros was behind the raid. Barile explained …
Gasataya will not join PDP-Laban
By Paulo Loreto Lim Bacolod Lone District Rep. Greg Gasataya recently revealed he would not be joining the ruling PDP-Laban, amid the earlier announcement of the mass oath taking for the party next month in Victorias City. “I see no reason to transfer,” he said. “We have been supporting the programs.” The congressman pointed out, …
Barber shot dead in Bacolod City
By Ma. Irish Joy M. Sabio, Intern A barber was shot dead by an unidentified suspect at Purok Sigay, Barangay 2, Bacolod City, yesterday around noon. Police Chief Inspector Benedicto Villarias, station commander of Police Station 2 (PS2), did not name the fatality but identified him as “Shane,” of legal age, and a temporary resident …
Heavy downpour results in evacuations, flooding across Bacolod City
Floodwaters neck-high, reaching second floor of homes –Reports By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Heavy rains last night, a result of a low pressure area, saw several areas across Bacolod City underwater, leaving students and commuters stranded, along with other city residents forced to leave their homes. Barangays 35 and 40 were said to be …