Day: June 17, 2025

Bacolod City: Annual rate of price increases in this highly urbanized city and in Negros Occidental province both accelerated to 2.4 percent in May, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported Tuesday. According to Philippines News Agency, PSA data show that the inflation rate in Bacolod City in the previous month stood at 2.2 percent, while it was 2.1 percent for Negros Occidental. However, last month’s inflation rates were lower compared to the May 2024 data of 4.5 percent for Bacolod City and 4.2 percent for Negros Occidental. PSA-Negros Occidental statistical analyst Ligaya Gillesania noted in a press briefing that government

Bacolod: Infrastructure investments have lessened the feeder loss rate of Negros Electric and Power Corp. (Negros Power) and contributed to lower power rates, particularly for residential consumers this June, the firm said Tuesday. According to Philippines News Agency, the power distribution company announced a decrease of PHP.055 per kilowatt hour (kWh) for residential customers this month. Residential consumers will be charged PHP11.14 per kWh for the June billing cycle, down from the previous month’s PHP11.69. Meanwhile, commercial customers will see rates of PHP11.18 per kWh on low voltage and PHP10.09 per kWh on high voltage. The power firm highlighted that

Pandan: Residents of Pandan, Catanduanes are benefiting from improved transportation and accessibility following the completion of the Hiyop-Pinagtabawan-Baldoc Road by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). According to Philippines News Agency, DPWH Regional Director Virgilio Eduarte stated that the completed road connects the barangays of Hiyop, Pinagtabawan, and Baldoc, making it easier for residents to transport goods and access essential services. “The construction or upgrading of roads stimulates local businesses and boosts the tourism industry, contributing to economic growth and overall progress in rural areas,” Eduarte said in a statement. The 2.32-km road was funded under the 2025

Iloilo City: The local government here has appropriated about PHP711.7 million from the Special Education Fund (SEF) for the construction of public school buildings in Iloilo City. ‘Because of the demand, especially with the senior high school, we badly need more classrooms,’ Special Assistant to the Mayor Mathilde Tre±as said Tuesday. According to Philippines News Agency, the SEF is sourced from one percent of the real property tax. This year, Tre±as mentioned that the city government completed the construction of a two-story six-classroom building at A. Celis Memorial School; a two-story 10-classroom building at Baluarte Elementary School; a two-story 10-classroom

Nueva Era: This municipality, predominantly inhabited by the Tingguian indigenous people, is emphasizing the role of education in preserving cultural heritage and preparing the youth for future challenges. Under the “One Professional, One Family” program, various government support services are geared towards ensuring that each household has at least one employed professional. According to Philippines News Agency, the Nueva Era government alleviates the financial burden on parents by providing essential school supplies for children at the start of every academic year. Mayor Aldrin Garvida highlighted the initiative’s focus, stating that the program is rooted in their advocacy to have at