Day: July 8, 2025

Dumaguete: The National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) will feature a talk on “Built Heritage” in Dumaguete this month as part of its Public Program Offering. F. Jordan Carnice, NMP-Dumaguete researcher, told the Philippine News Agency on Tuesday that the “Pagtukod” is the third installment for this year, promoting heritage conservation and the appreciation of built heritage. ‘It is a lecture about our built heritage on Negros Island, including ancestral houses, watchtowers, and churches to learn about their significance and why these need protection and conservation,’ Carnice said. According to Philippines News Agency, “Pagtukod,” from the Cebuano term “to build,”

Koronadal: The South Cotabato Integrated Provincial Health Office (IPHO) on Tuesday conducted misting and spraying operations at the Koronadal National Comprehensive High School (KNCHS), the city’s largest public high school, to protect its estimated 12,000 students from the dengue virus. According to Philippines News Agency, IPHO chief, Dr. Conrado Bra±a, stated that his office responded to a request from KNCHS principal Maria Fe Lita Yppraguirre. Alongside the misting and spraying, IPHO personnel also carried out an information campaign on dengue prevention and the elimination of mosquito breeding sites. Bra±a mentioned that the IPHO staff introduced the 4S strategy: Search and

Bacolod: A strong partnership between the government and business sector is vital for the economy to thrive in the newly-formed Negros Island Region (NIR). This was underscored by Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Lacson during the Economic Drivers Forum of the Siquijor and Negros Island Business Week led by the Metro Bacolod Chamber of Commerce and Industry at the SMX Convention Center here on Tuesday. According to Philippines News Agency, Lacson emphasized that drivers of economic growth require the right conditions to flourish, highlighting the importance of collaboration between government and business. He remarked that all sectors are interconnected and thrive

Surigao city: Fourteen tricycle drivers in Surigao City now have a significant new income stream, thanks to their recent certification as official tour guides by the City Tourism and Cultural Affairs Office (CTCAO). According to Philippines News Agency, the initiative brings the total number of licensed tricycle guides in the city to 27, offering a direct economic advantage to these local transporters, as stated by Roselyn Merlin, Surigao City tourism officer. Starting Tuesday, Merlin mentioned that the newly certified guides can earn additional income by sharing the city’s stories and sights with local and foreign tourists. Thirteen tricycle drivers, trained

Bacolod: The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)-Negros Occidental has activated the Provincial Consumer Network (ConsumerNet) to strengthen inter-agency coordination in handling consumer complaints. Provincial Director Lynna Joy Cardinal stated that while the DTI is often the primary agency for consumer concerns, directing complaints to the appropriate agencies is necessary for swift and proper resolution. According to Philippines News Agency, the DTI recognizes that many issues fall under the jurisdiction of partner agencies, which is why ConsumerNet was established. This network aims to bridge gaps, accelerate referrals, and enhance consumer protection effectively. Cardinal emphasized that ConsumerNet is a collaborative platform