The Embassy of Israel in the Philippines has welcomed the inauguration of the Sum-ag Water Treatment Plant in the Negros Island Region, citing the project as a milestone that underscores the importance of strong partnerships in delivering sustainable and climate-resilient infrastructure. In a news release, the Israeli Embassy recognized the role of international cooperation in …
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Aid extended to 65 families displaced by 3 fires
By CESAR JOLITO III The Bacolod City government has provided immediate relief assistance to 65 families displaced by a series of fires that struck three barangays over consecutive days last week. Through the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office and the Department of Social Services and Development (DSSD), in coordination with the Department of Social …
Health experts seek FDA approval of dengue vaccine
By CESAR JOLITO III Health experts in the Philippines are calling for the approval and entry of a second-generation dengue vaccine, citing its potential to significantly reduce severe dengue cases and hospitalizations amid persistent public health concerns over the mosquito-borne disease. During a recent roundtable discussion, Dr. Alexis Millan of the Philippine Pediatric Society underscored …
Search continues for missing Negrenses in cargo vessel sinking
By CESAR JOLITO III Two Negrense seafarers are still unaccounted for following the sinking of the Singaporean-flagged cargo vessel MV Devon Bay near Scarborough Shoal in the West Philippine Sea on January 23. In its Facebook post yesterday, the Negros Occidental provincial government expressed deep concern and solidarity with the families of the missing Negrense …
Moises Padilla sets P30-M funds for ‘Tino’ recovery, housing
By CESAR JOLITO III The Moises Padilla municipal government earmarked P30 million in local funds to accelerate recovery and development efforts in the wake of Typhoon “Tino,” which battered the town on November 4 last year. The funding package was approved by the Municipal Development Council and the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council …
Bacolod, DOE seal deal on waste-to-energy facility
By CESAR JOLITO III The Bacolod City government and the Department of Energy (DOE) have formalized a partnership aimed at advancing renewable energy and sustainable waste management, following the signing of a memorandum of agreement (MOA) on Monday, January 26. The agreement covers the development of a waste-to-energy (WTE) facility in Bacolod City and the …
Pork, egg prices edge up slightly
By CESAR JOLITO III The Negros Occidental Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) reported slight movements in the prices of pork, eggs and other livestock products, based on its latest price monitoring. Provincial Veterinarian Dr. Placeda Lemana said the average pork price during the January 19 to 26 period was P340 per kilo, with Himamaylan City posting …
Cadiz City caps 52nd Dinagsa Festival with color, unity, record crowds
By CESAR JOLITO III Cadiz City wrapped up the 52nd Dinagsa Festival, with massive crowds, high-energy street performances and a strong message of unity, overcoming challenges posed by looming weather threats and the ongoing sugar industry crisis. The 10-day celebration, held from January 16 to 26, culminated in the Ati Dance and Street Dance Competitions …
GAWA urges Congress to activate sectoral seats in local councils
By CESAR JOLITO III A labor group renewed its call for Congress to pass a long-delayed enabling law that would allow the election of sectoral representatives in local legislative councils, saying the failure to act has effectively silenced marginalized sectors for nearly 35 years. Wennie Sancho, secretary general of the General Alliance of Workers Association …
La Castellana centralizes evacuation for ‘Tino’ victims
By CESAR JOLITO III The La Castellana municipal government has begun transferring families displaced by Typhoon “Tino” to a single, centralized evacuation site to improve the delivery of assistance and restore normal operations in public facilities. La Castellana Mayor Añejo Nicor said a total of 978 families who lost their homes during the onslaught of …