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BACOLOD CITY — Yudai Ueno, Consul General of Japan, commended the City Government of Bacolod for being among the pioneering local government units that have expressed interest with the Department of Energy (DOE) in pursuing Waste-to-Energy (WTE) initiatives. During his courtesy visit to Mayor Greg Gasataya, Wednesday, April 15, 2026, the Consul General conveyed Japan’s continue reading : Japan Consul General Commends Bacolod’s Waste-to-Energy Initiative; Strengthens Cooperation on Sustainable Development Projects

BACOLOD CITY — Bacolod City, through the Bacolod City Tourism Office, officially unveiled a revolutionary pavilion concept that bridges a century of history with the city’s modern-day festive spirit as the Panaad sa Negros Festival commemorates its landmark 30th year in Panaad Park and Stadium in Barangay Mansilingan. The Bacolod Pavilion offers an immersive “cultural continue reading : Bacolod’s Pavilion Dazzles With Century of Heritage and Triple-Festival Spectacle at Panaad

BACOLOD CITY – The Department of Energy (DOE) has recognized Bacolod City with a 5-star rating under the Government Energy Management Program (GEMP), achieving 98 percent compliance during a random spot-check inspection at the Bacolod City Government Center on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Following a courtesy visit, the inspection team—led by Chammer Jake Plaza, Supervising continue reading : DOE Rates Bacolod 5 Stars in Energy Conservation Measures

Mayor Greg Gasataya has ordered the deployment of “libre sakay” services across various areas in Bacolod City tomorrow, April 15, in response to the scheduled transport strike by members of the transport sector. Identified routes for the free transportation services include: Route 1: Bata PICK-UP POINT: MORMON’S CHURCH -LACSON ST. -B.S. AQUINO DRIVE -BURGOS ST. continue reading : City Government to Deploy “Libre-Sakay” Amid Transport Strike

BACOLOD CITY – The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) – Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) Officer-in-Charge Regional Director Vicente Losbañes has commended the Bacolod City Sanitary Landfill in Barangay Felisa, recognizing it as a model facility not only in the Negros Island Region but across the entire country. “The city’s sanitary landfill is considered continue reading : EMB-NIR Recognizes Bacolod Sanitary Landfill as a Model Facility Nationwide

BACOLOD CITY — Mayor Greg Gasataya led the City Government of Bacolod in commemorating the 84th Araw ng Kagitingan on April 9, 2026, at the Bacolod City Government Center Grounds, honoring the courage and heroism of Filipino veterans while recognizing their enduring legacy for future generations. Mayor Gasataya underscored how the spirit of heroism continues continue reading : Bacolod Marks 84th Araw ng Kagitingan with Theme: “Giting ng Bayani, Pamana sa Salinlahi”

BACOLOD CITY — Reaffirming his commitment to youth empowerment and public safety, Mayor Greg Gasataya, in coordination with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)–Bacolod, led a special recognition and turnover ceremony during the Monday flag-raising rites at the Bacolod City Government Center (BCGC) grounds,Monday, April 6, 2026. Young artists, including Sosito Tubal Jr. of Sum-ag continue reading : BFP Recognizes Student Artists, Bacolod LGU Support

A total of 1,193 Public Utility Jeepney (PUJ) drivers in Bacolod City received much-needed relief from the city government in the form of rice assistance distributed today, April 5. For many drivers, the rice subsidy comes at a time when their income has been stretched thin due to fuel price increases linked to tensions in continue reading : PUJ Drivers Express Gratitude for City Government’s Rice Subsidy Amid Rising Fuel Costs

BACOLOD CITY — Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya led a consultation and validation meeting for accredited farmers’ organizations and fisherfolk associations under the Presidential Assistance for Farmers and Fisherfolk Program (PAFFP) on April 1, 2026. He emphasized the need for careful planning to maximize government support amid limited resources. The activity included screening participants to continue reading : Mayor Greg Helps Farmers, Fisherfolks Access Government Subsidies; Urges Groups to Seek Accreditation, City to Explore Aid for Non-Qualified Beneficiaries

The City Government of Bacolod, in partnership with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) and key stakeholders, successfully held the Fire Response Summit and Adopt-a-Red Zone Area Program on March 31, 2026, at the Bacolod City Government Center. The initiative reinforces the city’s commitment to proactive fire prevention and efficient emergency response. Aligned with Fire continue reading : 300 “Red Zones” Identified in Bacolod; City Gov’t Strengthens Fire Response and Community Safety Through Summit, MOU Signings

Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya, along with city officials, welcomes Shopee Philippines “Tatak Pinoy Roadshow” in the city as he expressed gratitude on behalf of 100 micro, small, and medium enterprises that will benefit under the Digital Upskilling Training. “We thank Shopee and its team for this initiative, which will give Bacolod MSMEs more opportunities continue reading : 100 Bacolod MSMEs to Benefit from Shopee’s Digital Upskilling Training in Partnership with Bacolod LGU

BACOLOD CITY — In a continued effort to support partner agencies and enhance public service delivery, Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya, together with OIC- Bacolod Environmental and Natural Resources Office (BENRO), Atty. Allyn Luv Dignadice, and the Local Government Unit (LGU), officially turned over essential Information and Communications Technology (ICT) equipment to the Department of continue reading : Mayor Greg Leads Turnover of Tech Equipment Donation to Boost EMB DENR-NIR Operations

Bacolod City gathered environmental advocates, youth leaders, and key stakeholders for its Earth Hour 2026 Program today, March 28, at the Bacolod City Government Center, reinforcing the city’s commitment to sustainability and climate action. The event served as a platform to showcase ongoing environmental initiatives and strengthen collaboration among government agencies, academic institutions, and civil continue reading : Bacolod Highlights Youth and Multi-Sector Efforts During Earth Hour 2026, Showcases UN Award-Winning Environmental Organization