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By Neska Centina Executive Assistant Ernesto Pineda, who heads the Market Coordinating and Monitoring Task Force, recently noted prices for dressed chickens have remained steady at P140, despite recent implementation of the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) Law. He said prices for both produce and agricultural products have not been affected by the …

By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga The Bago City District Jail warden and his deputy were recently relieved of duty by the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology-Region VI (BJMP-6) over last week’s reported death of inmate Reneboy Alvarez. According to BJMP-6, Jail Senior Inspector Alexander Sy and Senior Jail Officer 3 (SJO3) Omar Joseph Ginete …

Tulfo-Teo: Religion can he used to attract millions By Jerome S. Galunan, Jr. The Department of Tourism (DOT) touted the Philippines as a “faith tourism” destination, claiming the predominant Roman Catholic presence can be utilized to bring in visitors. “Plans are underway to make the Philippines a destination with unique spiritual significance that will attract …

By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga According to Regional Tripartite Wage and Productivity Board-Region VI (RTWPB-6) Director Johnson Cañete, before deliberations can commence on suggested wage hikes, the agency is awaiting additional petitions. Last Monday, Philippine Agricultural, Commercial, and Industrial Workers Union-Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (PACIWU-TUCP) filed a petition asking for higher wages in …

By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga A motorist was arrested by members of Police Station 8 (PS8) after he allegedly tried to evade a police checkpoint along Lacson Extension in Barangay Singcang-Airport, Bacolod City, late Sunday evening. Police identified the suspect as 36-year-old Joffrey Jaducana, a resident of Purok Katilingban in Barangay Banago of the said city. PS8 …

By Joland Jose Abraham A pickpocket was nabbed by Kabankalan City police after he allegedly tried to victimize a reveler during Sinulog sa Kabankalan highlights, Sunday afternoon. Police identified the suspect as 19-year-old Romel Paril, a resident of Fortune Town in Barangay Estefania, Bacolod City. Investigators from the Kabankalan City police said the victim, who has requested …

By Joland Jose Abraham A 49-year-old man from Bacolod City was gunned down by two unidentified suspects early yesterday morning along Rizal Street in Barangay Pilar, Hinigaran, Negros Occidental. Police identified the fatality as Jonie Noli, a resident of Purok Magnolia in Barangay 7, Bacolod City. Hinigaran municipal police said Noli, along with his wife …

By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) personnel underwent refresher seminars yesterday on the rooftop of the BCPO administration building. BCPO director, Police Senior Superintendent Francisco Ebreo, led the opening ceremonies for workshops geared towards crime scene first responders and focused on the new generation of investigation solution e-products. According to Ebreo, …

By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga Provincial Health Office (PHO) head, Dr. Ernell Tumimbang, yesterday said they are currently reviewing hospital protocols in preparation for future cases of dengue fever. Tumimbang explained they are checking for any problems with hospital referrals. He claimed some medical staff may be “too overconfident” when it comes to treatment. “We …

By Paulo Loreto Lim The Bacolod City Veterinarian Office (CVO) recently reported, as of December 31, 2017, 88.19 percent of dogs and cats in the city have been vaccinated for rabies, which is higher than the national target of 70 percent. According to CVO chief, Dr. Ma. Agueda Trinidad F. De la Torre, a total …