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The Manuel M. Abello Masonic Lodge No. 260 of Bacolod City has donated a stationary exercise bike to the St. Vincent’s Home for the Aged in Barangay Tangub, reinforcing its commitment to community care and wellness.“Regular physical activity is essential for maintaining mobility, circulation and overall well-being, especially among our elderly citizens,” said Worshipful Master Jude Ledesma. “We hope this exercise bike encourages the residents of St. Vincent’s Home to stay active and feel cared for."The sisters in charge at St. Vincent’s were delighted with the donation, noting that the exercise bike will also serve as a valuable wellness tool for staff members, a press release said.St. Vincent’s Home provides shelter and care for senior citizens aged 60 and above who have been ...

The participants of the Multi-Disciplinary Team – Basic Internet Crimes Against Children (MDT–BICAC) training.*An international human rights organization has lauded the Bacolod City government for its proactive measures against the Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC), a severe cybercrime where traffickers livestream the sexual abuse of minors for profit.A multi-disciplinary team of over 40 frontliners — including law enforcers, social workers, prosecutors, educators, health officers, information officers, and child protection advocates — will now work together to combat OSAEC in the city, a press release from the Bacolod City Communications Office (BCCO) said on Tuesday, Oct. 7.Mayor Greg Gasataya expressed optimism that this initiative, in partnership with...

A total of 54 Lupon Tagapamayapa (LT) members from the municipalities of Cauayan and San Enrique completed a three-day workshop on Transformative Mediation Friday, October 3, at the Negros Residences in Bacolod City.This group comprised the sixth batch in a series of activities designed to strengthen the conflict resolution skills of LTs, who serve as front-liners for peace in their communities.The comprehensive workshop covered essential topics, including the mediation roadmap, effective communication, the circle of conflict, negotiation, caucus, and co-mediation, among others.The training was a collaborative effort, conducted by the Provincial Planning and Development Office (PPDO), in partnership with the Liga ng mga Barangay (LnB) and the Provincial Peace and Order Committe...

Maria Diana De Leon of Brgy. Handumanan was crowned the inaugural Lola Dear Queen 2025 at the first-ever Lola Dear Pageant, a new highlight of the MassKara Festival, held at the Bacolod City Public Plaza, Friday night, Oct. 3.The 63-year-old winner earned the title after competing with nine other candidates from various barangays in three segments: Production Number, Talent Competition, and the elegant Filipiniana Showcase.The runners-up joining Lola Dear Queen De Leon were:1st Runner-Up: Adelaida Trencio of Brgy. Pahanocoy2nd Runner-Up: Magdalena Vargas of Brgy. Tangub3rd Runner-Up: Criselda Gasendo of Brgy. 164th Runner-Up: Cecilia De La Cruz of Brgy. Sum-agSpecial award winners were:Best in Production Number: Magdalena Vargas (Brgy. Tangub)Best in Tal...

Mariel May Magbanua of Barangay Singcang Airport clinched the Grand Champion title at the 4th On-the-Spot MassKara Painting Competition at the Robinsons Bacolod Atrium on Thursday, Oct. 2. The contest saw Jayson Lee of Barangay 23 take First Place, and John Allen Aliguin of Barangay Sum-ag secure Second Place.Seventy-five young artists showcased their creativity at the event, which was organized by the Bacolod Gugma Foundation, Inc. in partnership with the Art Association of Bacolod-Negros (AABN).Participants came from 29 barangays and the Bacolod City College.Each contestant painted live from 1 p.m.  to 8 p.m. interpreting the spirit of the MassKara Festival through visual art.AABN President Ihvonie “Tey” Sevilleno emphasized the importance of supporting youn...

Winners in the high school level categories with Ma. Cristina Orbecido, School Administrator of NOLITC (center),  Edmar Villanueva, Silay Local Youth Development Officer (6th from left).*Ramon Torres National High School was declared  back-to-back champion in the Sumobot category, while new participating schools made an impressive debut at the Central District Robotics Competition 2025 held in Silay City from September 17-20, 2025.Saimon Lorca of Ramon Torres National High School successfully defended his title as Sumobot Champion, while Ejay Zamora of Rafael B. Lacson Memorial High School scored a sweeping victory in the Zero Waste Challenge. Meanwhile, Kendra Kirsten Dayot and Marwin Diego of Negros Occidental High School emerged as the top winner in the Project Innovative I...

Moises Padilla Mayor Ella Garcia- Yulo administers the oath of office of the officers of the Moises Padilla People's Council.*Moises Padilla has officially launched its first-ever People's Council to strengthen citizen participation and collaboration with the local government.The inaugural officers of the Moises Padilla People's Council (MPPC) took their oaths before Mayor Ella Celestina Garcia-Yulo in a brief ceremony held at the Mayor's Office on Wednesday, September 17.The event was witnessed by Vice Mayor Felix Mathias Segundo "Pimpoy" Yulo.The MPPC, a vital partner for more transparent and accountable governance, will serve as the overarching body for all recognized and accredited civic organizations in the municipality, a press release from  Moises Padilla said F...

Jamie Elise Gutheil and John Cediel Estaniel* Ronnie Baldonado photoThe Mister and Miss Teen MassKara (MMTM) 2025 officially introduced its 26 candidates to the media, where John Cediel Estaniel and Jamie Elise Gutheil emerged as this year’s Darlings of the Press on Saturday, Sept. 13 at a mall in Bacolod City.The press presentation, dubbed “The Unveiling”, featured a couch interview-style format where candidates were grouped in batches and engaged in candid conversations, answering questions from members of the press and social media influencers.Estaniel and Gutheil earned the first major recognition of the season where they were voted by the members of the media and local vloggers and content creators.The event also launched MMTM’s 5th edition theme, “The Canvas,” symbol...

Winners in the Mission Challenge and Line Tracing Competition Elementary Level with Dr. Ma. Cristina Orbecido (2nd from right), Andy Paunellan, trainer of Pinoy Robot Games (1st from left).Isabela National High School dominated the Southern District Robotics Competition, clinching the championship titles in the Project Innovative Ideas and Mission Challenge categories in Sipalay City on Friday, Sept. 12.Gil Montilla National High School–Cabadiangan Extension secured victory in the Sumobot category, while Cabacungan National High School emerged as the champion in the Line Tracing category.At the elementary level, Barangay V Elementary School claimed the championship in both the Mission Challenge and Line Tracing categories, while Binulig Elementary School captured the championsh...

The Orange Project, as part of its  20th anniversary, will feature with "Hiblá," a special photography exhibition opening 3 p.m Saturday, September 13.The exhibit, a collaboration with FotomotoPH and the Foundation University Department of Fine Arts, will be held at the Main Gallery of the Orange Project at the Art District in Barangay Mandalagan, Bacolod City.It runs until October 29."Hiblá," which means "thread" in Filipino, highlights the gallery's enduring role as a central hub for contemporary art and community engagement, a press release from  Orange Project said.The exhibit features a curated selection of works from nine photographers: Faye Abantao, Jhundel Asunan, Cru Camara, Stephanie Frondoso, Tommy Haffalla, Nap Jamir, Neal Oshima, Sonny Thakur, and MM ...