Tag: Bacolod City
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Bacolod City Launches DOST-Funded Startup Incubator at Ayala Malls
Bacolod City has taken a significant step forward in fostering its startup community by inaugurating the ALPhA Accelerator Hub, a new initiative funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). The hub, situated within the Bacolod Express Services Office at Ayala Malls Capitol Central, was officially launched on February 6, 2025, and aims to…
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Newly Promoted Police Officers in Bacolod and Negros Occidental Urged to Enhance Service
In a significant ceremony held at Camp Alfredo M. Montelibano Sr. in Bacolod City on February 6, 2025, a total of 744 police officers from the Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) and the Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office (NOCPPO) were promoted and sworn into their new ranks. The event marked a pivotal moment for these…
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Bacolod’s Manokan Country Tenants Receive Support Amid Redevelopment
In Bacolod City, the local government is stepping up to support the tenants of Manokan Country, a renowned strip of chicken inasal eateries, as they navigate the challenges posed by the area’s multi-billion-peso redevelopment project. Spearheaded by SM Prime Holdings Inc., the project has prompted the city to distribute PHP500,000 worth of food vouchers, funded…
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Bacolod City Anticipates 8,000 Visitors for February’s Major Events
Bacolod City is gearing up to welcome around 8,000 visitors during three significant events scheduled for February, reinforcing its status as a leading destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) in the Philippines. The City Tourism Office highlighted that these events are poised to significantly benefit local businesses, including hotels, restaurants, and transportation services.…
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Western Visayas Police Seize PHP45 Million in Illegal Drugs, Arrest 344 in January Crackdown
In a robust effort to combat drug proliferation, the Police Regional Office in Western Visayas (PRO6) reported a significant haul of illegal drugs worth PHP45 million and the apprehension of 344 suspects during January 2025. The crackdown, detailed in a report released on February 4, showcased the effectiveness of 265 police operations that led to…
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Bacolod Mayor Optimistic About City’s Future with Tycoon’s Support
Bacolod City Mayor Alfredo Abelardo Benitez is optimistic about the city’s future, buoyed by the commitment of Filipino-Chinese tycoon Hans Sy to foster its growth. During the 20th Bacolaodiat Festival, which celebrates the Chinese New Year and ushers in the Year of the Snake, Sy was honored as an adopted son and honorary mayor. The…
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Hans Sy Honored as Adopted Son and Honorary Mayor of Bacolod During Bacolaodiat Festival
In a significant ceremony held during the 20th Bacolaodiat Festival, Bacolod City celebrated the contributions of Hans Sy, the chairperson of SM Prime Holdings Inc., by declaring him an adopted son and honorary mayor. The event, which took place on January 30, 2025, highlighted the city’s appreciation for Sy’s role in its development and community…
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2024 Sees 25% Drop in Road Accidents in Negros Occidental
In a significant improvement for road safety, the province of Negros Occidental reported a 25% decrease in vehicular accidents in 2024, according to police data released on Tuesday. The number of incidents fell to 906 from 1,216 the previous year. Colonel Rainerio De Chavez, the provincial police director, credited the decline to stricter enforcement of…
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Bacolod Residents Realize Homeownership Dreams Through 4PH Program
In a significant milestone for Bacolod City, the first batch of beneficiaries under the Pambansang Pabahay Para Sa Pilipino (4PH) Program received their keys to new homes at the Asenso Yuhum Residences in Barangay Vista Alegre. The event, held on January 25, 2025, marked the initial distribution of housing units under the Marcos administration’s flagship…
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