May 18, 2026

Action urged on revival of Dacongcogon sugar mill

• GILBERT P. BAYORAN Thousands of farmers in Southern Negros are urging Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Secretary Jose Francisco “Kiko” Benitez to take immediate action on the long-delayed revival of the Dacongcogon Sugar Mill project, which local

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P6.9M shabu seized in Zamboanguita buy-bust

• GILBERT P. BAYORAN Authorities seized nearly P7 million worth of suspected shabu and arrested a suspected high-value drug personality during a buy-bust operation on May 16 in Sitio Capagongan, Barangay Poblacion, Zamboanguita, Negros Oriental. Operatives from the Police Drug

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MassKara Coliseum contractor issued final notice

• THERESA MAE DULMAN Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya has issued a final notice to the contractor handling the construction of the MassKara Coliseum, regarding the project’s timeline. The city government has set a deadline to Jejor’s Construction Corporation for

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NPA owns killing of Calatrava farmer

• THERESA MAE DULMAN A unit of the New People’s Army (NPA) has claimed responsibility for the killing of a 53-year-old farmer in Barangay Minautok, Calatrava, Negros Occidental, last May 13. Reports from the Calatrava Police said the victim, alias

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MBCCI emphasizes protection of businesses

• THERESA MAE DULMAN Metro Bacolod Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MBCCI) President Atty. Juliana Carbon emphasized the need to protect businesses, identifying them as the primary economic drivers of the region. She issued the statement during the 35th Visayas

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Photo of the Day

ANGELS. Ave Maria Angels at the Santa Cruz de Mayo organized by the Circulo de Bacolod in partnership with the Diocese of Bacolod on Saturday (May 16) afternoon. The event was guided by the theme: “A Tradition of Faith, A Celebration of Heritage, A Community United.”* Andrew Altarejos photo

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Despite the heavy drama of our life

We should stick firmly to what Christ assured his disciples, and now us. Considering that our life here on earth is often referred to as a “vale of tears,” let’s avoid over-reacting to the heavy drama that we can expect

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Preparation is key

The Department of Agriculture is strengthening its preparations for the incoming “strong” El Niño as the weather phenomenon threatens to disrupt farm production and supply this year. “What we learned during the 2024 El Niño will guide how we prepare

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Filipino crew returns from Strait of Hormuz

Orophil Shipping International Co., Inc. welcomed home the Filipino crew members of MV African Oasis, a press release from the shipping company said. The crew has safely returned to the Philippines after enduring months of uncertainty and danger in the

Dumaguete City donates 3 outboard motors to coast guard

• GILBERT P. BAYORAN The Dumaguete City government donated three outboard motors (OBMs) to the Coast Guard District Southern Visayas (CGDSV), a move expected to enhance the Philippine Coast Guard’s operational readiness and maritime response capabilities in the region. The

Alijis ‘market’ stalls issued notice to vacate

• THERESA MAE DULMAN The City Legal Office (CLO) has issued a final 10-day notice to vacate and dismantle 51 roadside stalls at the ‘Asenso Market’ in Barangay Alijis, Bacolod City, after operating for two months without a valid special

Cloud seeding on hold as rains begin

• GILBERT P. BAYORAN The Department of Agriculture – Negros Island Region (DA-NIR) placed its planned cloud seeding operations for Negros Occidental and Panay on hold, following the onset of the rainy season, although funds remain available should weather conditions

Ex-convict nabbed with P2.5M shabu in Bacolod buy-bust

• THERESA MAE DULMAN A 42-year-old former convict was sent back behind bars after police seized P2,584,000 worth of suspected shabu during a drug sting in Purok Malipayon, Barangay 12, Bacolod City, yesterday afternoon, June 5. Police identified the suspect

SP supports Bacolod Circular Biohubs

• CHRYSEE G. SAMILLANO A resolution supporting and commending the Bacolod Circular Biohubs for conducting pre-orientation seminar on waste management at La Consolacion College Amistad to different barangays in Bacolod City, was approved by the Bacolod Sangguniang Panlungsod Wednesday. The