October 9, 2024 - Negros Now Daily

5 candidates vie for governor

October 9, 2024

Incumbent Gov. Eugenio Jose Lacson and four others are vying for the gubernatorial position, while Rep. Alfredo Marañon III is unopposed in the second district of Negros Occidental, based on the records of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) provincial office.

P1.39-M in shabu seized in Bacolod

October 9, 2024

Anti-drug operatives of Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) confiscated P1.39 million worth of suspected shabu from a suspect, who was arrested at Purok San Jose 2 in Barangay Sum-ag, Bacolod City yesterday.

Big shoes to fill, Greg on running for mayor

October 9, 2024

Bacolod Lone District Rep. Greg Gasataya admitted Oct. 8 that he has “big shoes to fill” in running for mayor in next year’s elections, but vowed to continue the programs and projects started by incumbent Alfredo Benitez.

El Cid: I’m a better candidate

October 9, 2024

Bacolod Vice Mayor El Cid Familiaran said he is “a better candidate” for city mayor in next year’s midterm elections, as he and his running mate, Councilor Renecito Novero, submitted their COCs about three hours before the filing deadline Oct. 8.

Comelec probes report of COC snatching incident in Himamaylan

October 9, 2024

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is investigating the alleged attempt to snatch copies of the certificate of candidacy of a mayoral candidate in Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental yesterday.

Albee-Greg-Kalaw a win-win situation for Bacolod: mayor

October 9, 2024

Bacolod Mayor Alfredo “Albee” Benitez said yesterday that him swapping position with Rep. Greg Gasataya, and with Councilor Claudio Jesus “Kalaw” Puentevella for vice mayor in next year’s elections, is a win-win situation for the city.

Speaker hails signing of Self-Reliant Defense Posture Revitalization Act

October 9, 2024

Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez today hailed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for signing the Self-Reliant Defense Posture Revitalization Act, saying it marks a significant milestone for the nation’s defense capabilities, particularly amid escalating tensions in the West Philippine Sea.

Early access for kiosk vendors OKd to maximize MassKara Fest income

October 9, 2024

In response to the request of local kiosk owners, the Bacolod City government, through the Bacolod Yuhum Foundation (BYF), has allowed all kiosk operators to set up their stalls ahead of the highly-anticipated MassKara Festival salubong on Oct. 11.

PNPh’s digital art exhibit celebrates women in ICT

October 9, 2024

The Passerelles Numériques Philippines’ (PNPh) “Dis-S-Sais” Digital Art Exhibit, marking the organization’s 16th anniversary celebration, was fully supported by PLDT Inc. and its wireless unit, Smart Communications Inc.

Food Stamp Program redemption in Sipalay

October 9, 2024

The Department of Social Welfare and Development Field Office VI, in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Sipalay, through its City Social Welfare Development Office, distributed the first redemption of the Walang Gutom 2027: Food Stamp Program at the Gil Montilla Gymnasium in Sipalay City recently.

5 candidates vie for governor

P1.39-M in shabu seized in Bacolod

Big shoes to fill, Greg on running for mayor

El Cid: I’m a better candidate

Comelec probes report of COC snatching incident in Himamaylan

Albee-Greg-Kalaw a win-win situation for Bacolod: mayor

Speaker hails signing of Self-Reliant Defense Posture Revitalization Act

Early access for kiosk vendors OKd to maximize MassKara Fest income

PNPh’s digital art exhibit celebrates women in ICT

Food Stamp Program redemption in Sipalay

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