April 27, 2026 - Negros Now Daily

Middle East conflict triggers power rates hike in NegOcc

April 27, 2026

The average residential electricity rates in the highly-urbanized Bacolod City and in Negros Occidental for April increased due to higher cost of power purchased from the spot market, and tensions in the Middle East.

2 Americans among 19 killed in Toboso clash

April 27, 2026

Authorities have expressed alarm on the increasing involvement of foreigners in local armed hostilities after two Americans were both reported to be among the 19 individuals killed in the armed encounter in Toboso, Negros Occidental on April 19.

Police officer linked to illegal cigarette production in NegOcc

April 27, 2026

A police major is now being investigated by the Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation Group (PNP-CIDG) for his alleged involvement in the large-scale illegal cigarette manufacturing in Negros Occidental.

DOE commends MORE Power, NEPC for exemplary compliance

April 27, 2026

In a strong affirmation of operational excellence and commitment to transparency, the Department of Energy (DOE) awarded plaques of appreciation to MORE Electric and Power Corp. (MORE Power) and Negros Electric and Power Corp. (Negros Power) for their timely and full compliance with critical reportorial requirements.

SMB unveils Bacolod’s first company-owned fire station

April 27, 2026

The San Miguel Brewery (SMB) Inc. now has its own fire station, which is under the supervision of the Bacolod City Fire Station, through a public-private partnership for fire safety and emergency response.

NIR economy sustains 5.7% growth in 2025

April 27, 2026

The economy of Negros Island Region was third fastest among all regions in the country in 2025 at P671.68 billion, mirroring its 2024 performance of 635.47 billion pesos, the Philippine Statistics Authority-NIR said.

Negros voters urged to register for BSKE before May 18 deadline

April 27, 2026

The Commission on Elections in the Negros Island Region (Comelec-NIR) is urging voters to register for the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) ahead of the May 18 deadline.

6,766 TUPAD beneficiaries in NegOr to get paid May 1

April 27, 2026

The Department of Labor and Employment-Negros Oriental has identified 6,766 beneficiaries of the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) for this year.

Angels Walk for Autism in Bacolod

April 27, 2026

A vibrant show of unity and support filled SM City Bacolod April 26 as 2,100 participants came together for the Autism Society Philippines (ASP) Angels Walk for Autism.

Middle East conflict triggers power rates hike in NegOcc

2 Americans among 19 killed in Toboso clash

Police officer linked to illegal cigarette production in NegOcc

DOE commends MORE Power, NEPC for exemplary compliance

SMB unveils Bacolod’s first company-owned fire station

NIR economy sustains 5.7% growth in 2025

Negros voters urged to register for BSKE before May 18 deadline

6,766 TUPAD beneficiaries in NegOr to get paid May 1

Angels Walk for Autism in Bacolod

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