May 25, 2026 - Negros Now Daily

NEPC targets more reliable system for power consumers

May 25, 2026

Negros Power said May 24 that it has restored electricity to three substations in Bacolod almost an hour ahead of schedule, following its upgrading works as part of the five-year rehabilitation plan.

DSWD-NIR office opens in Isabela

May 25, 2026

The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Negros Island Region (DSWD-NIR) has opened a satellite office in Isabela, Negros Occidental.

P43.9-M in shabu seized

May 25, 2026

Police authorities in Negros Island Region (NIR) confiscated nearly P44 million worth of suspected shabu during a five-day campaign that resulted in the arrest of five drug suspects.

Gasoline prices up anew

May 25, 2026

The per-liter price of gasoline will increase anew for the fifth consecutive week, starting tomorrow, while kerosene will end its downward adjustment for the last six weeks.

DND supports local peace efforts

May 25, 2026

Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro on Saturday, May 23 reiterated that the national government will not pursue peace negotiations with the Communist Party of the Philippines and its armed wing, the New People’s Army, stressing instead the importance of localized peace mechanisms and reintegration programs for rebel returnees.

Teodoro raises concerns over state university governance

May 25, 2026

Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro raised his concerns over the University of the Philippines’ (UP) governance and supervision of student activities, following the deaths of some of its students and alumni during armed clashes in recent years.

Cadiz holds road safety training for gov’t drivers

May 25, 2026

The city government of Cadiz in Negros Occidental held a road safety training for its 180 government-employed drivers May 20 at Balay Cadiznon, spearheaded by the city’s General Services Office (GSO) in coordination with the Land Transportation Office.

Army steps up campaign vs. NPA

May 25, 2026

As the New People’s Army (NPA) continues its liquidation activities against civilians accused as government informants in Negros, the Philippine Army vowed to continue focused military operations against them, a ranking official said on Saturday, May 23.

‘Layag’ program launched to subsidize fares in boats

May 25, 2026

An estimated 10 million sea passengers are set to benefit from government fare subsidies as the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) rolls out the Layag or Lakbay Alalay ng Gobyerno Program, starting today, May 25, with the Liloan, Santander, Cebu – Sibulan, Negros Oriental and vice versa route included in the rollout.

NegOr holds dragonboat race

May 25, 2026

The waters of Rizal Boulevard in Dumaguete City came alive with energy and excitement as the Negros Oriental Dragonboat League 2026 brought together more than 500 paddlers from across the country in an unforgettable celebration of sportsmanship, teamwork, and tourism May 23.

NEPC targets more reliable system for power consumers

DSWD-NIR office opens in Isabela

P43.9-M in shabu seized

Gasoline prices up anew

DND supports local peace efforts

Teodoro raises concerns over state university governance

Cadiz holds road safety training for gov’t drivers

Army steps up campaign vs. NPA

‘Layag’ program launched to subsidize fares in boats

NegOr holds dragonboat race

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