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By CESAR JOLITO III Despite the Christmas holiday break, the Commission on Elections in the Negros Island Region (Comelec-NIR) reported a steady influx of new voters in Negros Occidental, with 889 residents completing voter registration during the four-day period. Comelec data showed that from December 22 to 23 and from December 26 to 27, women …

By CESAR JOLITO III A total of P38 million in financial assistance was distributed to 6,903 beneficiaries across Negros Occidental’s 3rd District through the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program from December 10 to 12. The aid distribution covered five local government units, with each locality allocated P7.6 million to support residents affected …

The Philippine Army’s 3rd Infantry Division (3ID), also known as the Spearhead Division, is on track in its campaign to eliminate the local communist terrorist group (CTG) by the end of this year. Accomplishments Captain Jessie Jun Ebalan, chief of the 3rd Division Public Affairs Office, said they have significant accomplishments when it comes to …

By CESAR JOLITO III The Police Regional Office in the Negros Island Region (PRO-NIR) reported a generally peaceful, safe and secure Christmas celebration across the region, as intensified security measures and strong community cooperation helped ensure a smooth observance of the holiday. In preparation for the Yuletide season, PRO-NIR implemented heightened police visibility through increased …

By CESAR JOLITO III Two separate violent incidents were recorded in Negros Occidental during the Christmas holidays, prompting an immediate police response and ongoing investigations by local police units. In San Carlos City, a stabbing incident was reported at around 2:33 a.m. on Thursday, December 25, along Remedios Street, Barangay III. Police identified the victim …

By CESAR JOLITO III What began as a routine police response to a vehicular accident on Christmas Day turned into an anti-illegal drugs operation, resulting in the arrest of two alleged drug personalities and the seizure of more than P544,000 worth of suspected shabu in this town. Binalbagan police apprehended the two suspects at 12:50 …

By CESAR JOLITO III The Cadiz City government has strongly condemned the illegal poaching and killing of 33 giant clams at the Giant Clam Village, a protected marine conservation area in the city. In an official advisory issued yesterday, Mayor Salvador Escalante described the incident as a “heinous and senseless act,” noting that unidentified individuals …

By CESAR JOLITO III The Bacolod City Government Employees’ Union (BCGEU) has issued a public apology following a food spoilage incident during the Bacolod City Government Year-End Assessment and Employees’ Day held on December 19. In a statement, BCGEU President Erry Lagtapon expressed regret over the incident, describing it as a disservice to city government …

By CESAR JOLITO III The long-delayed release of the P50 million presidential assistance for Negros Occidental in the aftermath of Typhoon “Tino” is now close to completion, following the signing of all required documents for the deed of donation, provincial officials said. Provincial Administrator Rayfrando Diaz II confirmed that the necessary signatories for the donation …

By CESAR JOLITO III The La Castellana municipal government paid tribute to residents who perished during Typhoon “Tino” as it marked its annual Christmas switch-on ceremony on December 19, blending remembrance with a call for unity and recovery. Dubbed “Arangkasanag: Paglaum kag Paghiliugyon,” the ceremony was held in front of the municipal hall and highlighted …