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The Negros Occidental provincial government is trying to bridge the gap on rates between local water districts and the bidder for its P1.2-billion bulk water supply project. “That is a challenge for us to resolve the issue and make it acceptable to our constituents,” provincial administrator Rayfrando Diaz II said, stating the project “faces a …

A total of 1,455 internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Canlaon City, Negros Oriental are set to receive this week cash assistance from the government through the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) program, an official said. Edna Lhou Masicampo, Canlaon City information officer-designate, told the Philippine News Agency that the IDPs comprise those who …

A dog has fallen victim to another case of animal cruelty. The dog named Tiktok was found weak and wounded in Hacienda Puyas Dako, Barangay Blumentritt, Murcia town in Negros Occidental on February 24. Five sling-launched darts called locally as “indyan panâ” were found stuck in its body. It was believed that the dog was …

By JEN BAYLON The Philippine Army’s 3rd Infantry Division (3ID) asserts that remnants of the New People’s Army (NPA) on Negros Island lack the capability to disrupt the midterm elections on May 12. In a radio interview, 3ID spokesperson Lt. Colonel J-jay Javines emphasized their commitment to maintaining security in areas known to harbor a …

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has released the guidelines for the organizational structure, staffing pattern and funding allocation of the creation of government offices in the Negros Island Region (NIR). The DBM issued Circular Letter 2025-3, following the release of the Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act (RA) 12000 or NIR Act, to …

The Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office (NOPPO) guaranteed the safety of thousands of visitors of two overlapping major events scheduled for March. The Central Visayas Regional Athletic Association (CVIRAA) Meet will be held from March 9 to 17 and the Regional Junior/Senior/Cadet Encampment of the Girl Scouts of the Philippines (GSP) from the entire Visayas …

By JEN BAYLON The Medina Water Treatment Facility, a major water source in Negros Occidental’s San Carlos City, has been severely damaged due to flooding caused by heavy rainfall on Sunday, February 23. San Carlos Mayor Renato Gustilo confirmed that the facility’s water intake system was compromised, leading to water supply disruptions in several subdivisions. …

By JEN BAYLON The Bago City government said a fact-finding process will be conducted following the reported death of a newborn baby allegedly due to medical mishandling at the Bago City Hospital on February 18. “The committee will examine all events that transpired to determine whether hospital practices were appropriate,” Bago City Mayor Nicholas Yulo …

The Philippine Army’s 79th Infantry Battalion (IB) is paying tribute to the sacrifices of government troops and the lives lost on the first anniversary of the week-long clashes in Barangay Pinapugasan, Escalante City, Negros Occidental. The so-called “Battle of Pinapugasan” took place in Sitio Mansulao from February 21 to 27, 2024. In a statement yesterday, …

Bacolod City government has launched a Kadiwa ng Pangulo (KNP) center to help small farmers here sell their products directly to consumers. The dedicated marketplace was launched on Sunday, February 23, at the Bacolod City Government Center grounds, showcasing the produce of the Bacolod City Integrated Small Farmers Federation and its 16 associations and small-scale …