Governor calls populace to reflect, pray By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Negros Occidental Governor Alfredo Marañon, Jr. yesterday called on local residents to reflect and pray during the observance of Holy Week, which begins on Palm Sunday, March 25. He said it is best not to use the Holy Week break by enjoying …
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Construction worker set on fire by co-worker in Dumaguete City
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga A construction worker was killed after he was reportedly set on fire by a co-worker at Santo Rosario Heights in Barangay Bagacay, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental late Sunday evening. Police identified the fatality as Daniel Cuevas, a resident of Ayungon, Negros Oriental. According to investigation, Cuevas was drinking with …
Governor highlights education as an escape from poverty
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Negros Occidental Governor Alfredo Marañon, Jr. yesterday pointed out the importance of education as a way out of poverty during an event for various indigenous communities at the Provincial Capitol. The event was attended by more than 200 Ati and Ata folks from Calatrava, Don Salvador Benedicto, Sagay City, …
One dead, one injured in La Castellana motorcycle collision
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga A motorcycle driver was killed on the spot, while another was seriously injured, following a collision between two motorcycles in Barangay Robles, La Castellana, Negros Occidental, late Sunday evening. Police identified the fatality as 54-year-old Eduardo Hilogo, a resident of Hacienda Nahalinan in the said barangay; while the injured …
Man stabbed twice in Bata
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga A man was seriously wounded after he was stabbed twice while drinking at Purok Masinadyahon in Barangay Bata, Bacolod City, late Sunday evening. Police identified the victim as 35-year-old Joemarie Batangas, a resident of Hacienda Gusa in Barangay Matab-ang, Talisay City, Negros Occidental. According to Batangas’ statement to Police …
Holy Week
Coast Guard to inspect beach resorts across Negros Occidental By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is scheduled to visit and inspect various beach resorts across Negros Occidental as part of ongoing preparations for Holy Week, which runs from March 25 to March 31. PCG-Bacolod station commander, Lieutenant Senior Grade …
World War II veterans awarded
On the occasion of the 73rd Liberation of Panay, the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO) awarded 13 veterans of World War II. According to PVAO Administrator Ernesto Carolina, awarded for their “honorable performance” are Geronimo Losaria Leal, Benjamin Quesada Arguelles, Antero Pan-Agua Armentia, Pablo Alcosaba Balsamo, Meliton Porfillo Calcaben, Narciso Lesarte Casaquite, Gaudisio Albeza Elizalde, …
Toddler drowns inside bucket in Alangilan
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga A three-year-old child was killed after reportedly drowning inside a large bucket in Barangay Alangilan, Bacolod City, over the weekend. Police identified the fatality as Tricia Guiret. According to police, Guiret’s remains was found by her aunt. The victim was then rushed to the nearest hospital, but was declared …
Former Lin-ay sang Negros named Bb. Pilipinas runner-up
Former Lin-ay sang Negros Vickie Marie Rushton was named first runner-up following the Binibining Pilipinas 2018 pageant, which took place on Sunday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. “I can’t put into words what I really feel now that the competition is over but my heart is grateful and overjoyed,” she posted on …
Newly-implemented CSC rules delaying salary release –Provincial official
By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga In response to criticism by provincial government-operated district hospital employees claiming they have yet to receive salaries since January, acting Negros Occidental Provincial Administrator, Dr. Lucille Gelvolea affirmed the new rules imposed by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) on government casual employees will delay the release of salaries. “We …