Tag: Negros Oriental
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Negros Oriental Free of Dynamite Fishing Since 1980s, BFAR Reports
In a significant environmental update from Dumaguete City, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in Negros Oriental has confirmed that there have been no instances of dynamite fishing in the region since the 1980s. This positive development was shared by Florencia Mepaña, the head of BFAR-Negros Oriental, who credits the absence of such…
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More Than 2,000 Canlaon City Evacuees to Receive Aid Through TUPAD Program
In a significant move to support those affected by the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon, over 2,000 displaced residents of Canlaon City, Negros Oriental, have been selected to benefit from the government’s Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) program. This initiative was highlighted during a briefing led by Mayor Jose Chubasco Cardenas on January 28,…
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Five Dolphins Perish in Negros Oriental, Suspected Blast Trauma Identified
In a distressing development in Bais City, Negros Oriental, the discovery of two additional deceased dolphins has escalated the total count of dolphin deaths to five. The tragedy unfolded after a mass stranding event, with authorities pointing to blast trauma as the likely cause of death for these marine mammals. Dr. Melanie Pescadilla, the city’s…
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927 Detainees in Negros Oriental Eligible for May Elections
In a significant development for electoral participation, 927 individuals currently detained in Negros Oriental have been confirmed eligible to cast their votes in the upcoming May 12 midterm elections. Lionel Marco Castillano, the regional election director for the Negros Island Region, announced this milestone, highlighting a shift in policy that now allows these persons deprived…
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Comelec’s ACM Roadshow Engages 80% of Negros Oriental Voters
In a significant outreach effort, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Negros Oriental has successfully engaged approximately 80% of the province’s registered voters through its ongoing automated counting machine (ACM) roadshow and demonstration. The initiative, which is set to conclude on January 31, 2025, has been a pivotal part of voter education ahead of the…
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Comelec Warns Negros Oriental Candidates: File SOCE or Face Permanent Ban from Public Office
In a stern reminder to candidates in Negros Oriental, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) emphasized the importance of filing the Statement of Contributions and Expenses (SOCE) post-election. Lionel Marco Castillano, the director of Comelec-Negros Island Region, highlighted during a Kapihan forum that failure to submit the SOCE within 30 days after the May 12 elections…
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Comelec Plans Informational Forum for Negros Oriental Candidates Ahead of 2025 Elections
In preparation for the upcoming 2025 elections, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Negros Island is set to host an informational forum for candidates in Negros Oriental. Scheduled for February 7, the forum aims to educate candidates on campaign prohibitions and election laws, addressing a common lack of familiarity among candidates and their legal teams.…
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Comelec Schedules Informational Forum for 2025 Election Candidates in Negros Oriental
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has planned a crucial informational forum for candidates in the upcoming May 12, 2025 elections in Negros Oriental. The event, set for February 7, aims to educate candidates on campaign regulations and prohibitions, addressing a common lack of familiarity with election laws among political hopefuls. Lionel Marco Castillano, the Executive…
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