The state of biodiversity of the Lapus Lapus-Macapagao Local Conservation Area (LCA) in Sagay City in northern Negros Occidental underwent an assessment as part of the efforts to safeguard the 364-hectare protected area. “Understanding the biodiversity of the area is crucial for effective conservation efforts,” Sagay City Environment and Natural Resources Office (SCENRO) head Mayo …
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NOCPPO: First day of COC filing ‘peaceful’
By JEN BAYLON The first day of filing of certificates of candidacy (COCs) for the 2025 midterm elections was “peaceful,” the Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office (NOCPPO) said yesterday. NOCPPO spokesperson, Police Captain Wilma Silva, said they have conducted proactive measures to ensure peace and order in venues where aspiring candidates will be filing their …
DENR orders removal of paint on rocks in NegOcc resort riverbed
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has ordered the immediate removal of paint on rocks in a riverbed at Murcia, Negros Occidental, as it looks into the possible sanctions on the persons involved in the act of vandalism. “Painting on natural rocks could potentially threaten the water quality of the river,” Joan Nathaniel …
SERVICE BEYOND POWER: Negros Power participates in tree planting
DON SALVADOR BENEDICTO — Employees from Negros Power and the Guardians of the Environment participated in a tree planting activity held in the mountainous region of Don Salvador Benedicto, which was also attended by Municipal Vice Mayor Nehemiah Joe dela Cruz. The program, spearheaded by the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) on Sunday, September …
Some ex-Bacolod councilors decline to run in 2025 midterm polls
By JEN BAYLON As the filing of certificates of candidacy (COC) begins today, several former councilors of the Bacolod City government have announced their plans not to run in the 2025 midterm elections. Their decisions were revealed amid rising anticipation in the city’s political landscape. Former Councilor Sonya Verdeflor said that she will not seek a position …
Better roads ensure safer travel for Bacolodnons
The improvement of major roads implemented by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has ensured safer travel and enhanced accessibility for residents in Bacolod City. “These road improvements in Bacolod City will provide a safer and more comfortable environment for the students and residents along these areas,” DPWH-Western Visayas Regional Director Sanny Boy …
Over 3-K cops to secure COC filing in W. Visayas
A total of 3,265 cops from the various units of Police Regional Office 6 (PRO-6) will provide security during the filing of certificates of candidacy (COC) from October 1 to 8 in preparation for the 2025 national and local elections. At a press briefing, PRO-6 director Brigadier General Jack Wanky said the filing of COC …
Agri damage due to habagat in NegOcc hits P296-M
By JEN BAYLON The damage to agriculture due to the southwest monsoon or habagat, and enhanced by Typhoons “Ferdie” and “Gener” in Negros Occidental reached P296 million, the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPA) reported. OPA head Dina Genzola said monsoon rains affected 194 barangays in 26 local government units, highlighting its widespread impact on the …
Comelec to make public COC, spending reports
Filipinos will experience many firsts in the midterm polls on May 12, 2025, the chair of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) said on Saturday, September 28. Among the first-time features is the posting of the certificates of candidacy (COC) of all local and national candidates and certificates of nomination and certificates of acceptance of nomination …
Traditional games promote IP rights through sports
The promotion of rights and wellness of indigenous peoples (IP) was highlighted during the 2024 IP Games Visayas leg in Bago City, Negros Occidental that ended yesterday. In a statement yesterday, Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) chair Richard Bachmann said “delivering the value of sports through a genuine cause for the IP communities is among the …