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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.

Bacolod hires 205 teachers, medical personnel until Dec.

September 15, 2025

The Bacolod City government has engaged the services of 156 parttime faculty members of Bacolod City College, most of them rehires, as well as 49 medical personnel assigned at the City Health Office.

BCPO seizes P1.1M ‘shabu’

September 15, 2025

Policemen arrested six persons and seized about P1.1 million worth of suspected shabu in three separate buy-busts on Sept. 12 and 14 in Bacolod City.

Brgy. 27 fire victims receive P2.3-M cash aid from Albee

September 15, 2025

Bacolod City Rep. Alfredo Abelardo Benitez has extended a total of P2.339 million in financial assistance to the 236 families who lost their homes in a fire in Barangay 27 on Sept. 12.

Rep. Javi Benitez: No to GMO

September 15, 2025

Organic farming advocates have found an ally in Third District Rep. Javier Miguel Benitez, who also expressed his opposition to the proposed genetically modified organism (GMO) regulatory ordinance being deliberated by the Negros Occidental Provincial Board.

NegOcc mayors back nat’l climate resilience institute

September 15, 2025

Three mayors of Negros Occidental are supporting the proposal of 3rd District Rep. Javier Miguel Benitez for a “science-based disaster prevention and risk reduction”, particularly on flooding, and to establish a national climate resilience institute.

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

Bacolod hires 205 teachers, medical personnel until Dec.

BCPO seizes P1.1M ‘shabu’

Brgy. 27 fire victims receive P2.3-M cash aid from Albee

Rep. Javi Benitez: No to GMO

NegOcc mayors back nat’l climate resilience institute

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