September 16, 2025 - Negros Now Daily

Bacolod councilors push for ‘open infra’

September 16, 2025

Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod are pushing to institutionalize “open infra” through multi-stakeholder oversight in local infrastructure projects, to ensure transparency, accountability, and inclusivity in all government infrastructure works in Bacolod City.

Gasataya warns public of scam using his name

September 16, 2025

Bacolod Mayor Greg Gasataya has issued a public warning against scammers, who are fraudulently using his name, following an incident involving a local restaurant that the scammer attempted to deceive Sept. 15.

Lacson says he respects opposing views on GMO

September 16, 2025

Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson said yesterday he welcomes and respect the opinion of those opposing the proposed genetically modified organism (GMO) regulatory ordinance, including Third District Rep. Javier Miguel Benitez.

Phivolcs: Kanlaon eruption possible but not imminent

September 16, 2025

The surge in tremors at Kanlaon Volcano continues as the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology recorded 72 volcano-tectonic (VT) earthquakes as of 8 a.m. yesterday.

Victorias extends assistance following armed encounter

September 16, 2025

The Victorias City government said Sept. 15 it has extended assistance to affected residents in Gawahon, Barangay XI, following an armed encounter between the 79th Infantry “Masaligan” Battalion and members of the communist terrorist group (CTG) Sunday.

NegOr cops, soldiers assure order, safety amid anti-corruption rallies

September 16, 2025

Army and police officials in Negros Oriental are gearing up to ensure public safety and security in anticipation of anti-corruption protest actions scheduled for this week.

NIR solons sign manifesto in support of Romualdez

September 16, 2025

A majority of lawmakers from the Negros Island Region (NIR) have signed a manifesto expressing their support for Speaker Martin Romualdez amid controversies surrounding flood control projects allegedly involving some legislators.

Pag-IBIG Fund to offer special 4.5% rate for home loans up to P1.8-million

September 16, 2025

Pag-IBIG Fund is set to offer a special 4.5 percent housing loan rate to qualified members seeking to purchase house-and-lot packages, worth up to P1.8 million, as part of the government’s Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino (4PH) program.

PLDT Home awards grand winner of One Mega Giveaway in Bacolod

September 16, 2025

Medical intern Andrea Sartorio, 26, received Sept. 15 the ceremonial key to her brand-new Toyota Fortuner as grand winner of the PLDT Home One Mega Giveaway (OMG) Promo 2025.

Sunny ‘Pin’ Diego makes Negros Island proud with another jiu jitsu gold medal

September 16, 2025

Stockton, California hosted the Jiu Jitsu World League-Golden State Championship at the Adventist Health Arena Sept. 6, and Negros’ pride, Sunny “Pin” Diego, did not disappoint as he bagged the gold medal.

Bacolod councilors push for ‘open infra’

Gasataya warns public of scam using his name

Lacson says he respects opposing views on GMO

Phivolcs: Kanlaon eruption possible but not imminent

Victorias extends assistance following armed encounter

NegOr cops, soldiers assure order, safety amid anti-corruption rallies

NIR solons sign manifesto in support of Romualdez

Pag-IBIG Fund to offer special 4.5% rate for home loans up to P1.8-million

PLDT Home awards grand winner of One Mega Giveaway in Bacolod

Sunny ‘Pin’ Diego makes Negros Island proud with another jiu jitsu gold medal

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