Mayor Greg Officiates Valentine’s Day Mass Wedding for 202 Couples

BACOLOD CITY – Love, commitment, and new beginnings filled the air this Valentine’s Day as Mayor Greg Gasataya officiated the mass wedding of 202 couples at the Bacolod City College Activity Center on February 14, 2026. The event was held in celebration of Civil Registration Month. The ceremony, themed “Forever Begins Today: Ceremony, Love, and continue reading : Mayor Greg Officiates Valentine’s Day Mass Wedding for 202 Couples

Bacolod City Launches School-Based HIV/AIDS Education Campaign, Introduces G-Cares Platform

BACOLOD CITY – The Bacolod City Government has officially launched its School-Based HIV/AIDS Education Campaign, strengthening prevention efforts among the youth while introducing a new digital platform that makes HIV services more accessible and confidential for Bacolodnons. The gathering recently held at the Bacolod City College Gymnasium recently t marked a major step in the continue reading : Bacolod City Launches School-Based HIV/AIDS Education Campaign, Introduces G-Cares Platform

SWMB, Anti-Baha Alliance Back WTE Initiative to Tackle Bacolod’s Growing Garbage Problem

The Solid Waste Management Board (SWMB) and Anti-Baha Alliance are supporting the Bacolod City Local Government Unit (LGU) in advancing an innovative Waste-to-Energy (WTE) project – a cornerstone of the city’s 10-year solid waste management plan (2024-2033) developed in partnership with the Department of Energy. The initiative will convert city waste into sustainable power, with continue reading : SWMB, Anti-Baha Alliance Back WTE Initiative to Tackle Bacolod’s Growing Garbage Problem

Mayor Gasataya Optimistic as New International School Breaks Ground in Bacolod

BACOLOD CITY — A new international school is set to rise in Bacolod as Singapore School Bacolod breaks ground on February 9, 2026, marking another milestone in the city’s growing education and economic landscape. Mayor Greg Gasataya welcomed the establishment of the Singaporean-based school, expressing optimism that it will enhance academic opportunities for Bacolodnon students continue reading : Mayor Gasataya Optimistic as New International School Breaks Ground in Bacolod

CLO Issues Clearing Notices in Brgy. 1 & 2; Reinforces Road Safety Mandate

BACOLOD CITY — The City Government of Bacolod, under the leadership of Mayor Greg Gasataya took firm action to restore order and safety to the city’s primary roads. On February 3, 2026, the City Legal Striker Team conducted a peaceful notice-issuance operation in Barangays 1 and 2 to address recurring illegal structures and obstructions encroaching continue reading : CLO Issues Clearing Notices in Brgy. 1 & 2; Reinforces Road Safety Mandate

City of Bacolod Reaffirms Commitment to DILG Initiatives

The City of Bacolod has reaffirmed its commitment to the Department of the Interior and Local Government’s (DILG) initiatives and policies including the anti-epal policy, with a focus on fostering transparency and accountability in all local government-funded projects. City Administrator Atty. Mark Steven Mayo explained that the local government is implementing the policy by ensuring continue reading : City of Bacolod Reaffirms Commitment to DILG Initiatives

Mayor Vows to Curb Corruption as Two City Employees Face Fresh Complaints

Bacolod City – Mayor Greg Gasataya is urging the local business community to report corruption-related concerns following recent allegations that two employees from the City Treasurer’s Office engaged in illegal nighttime tax collection and issued unofficial receipts. The mayor has pledged a thorough investigation based on solid evidence. During a February 2 meeting with business continue reading : Mayor Vows to Curb Corruption as Two City Employees Face Fresh Complaints

Business Sector Commends Bacolod City, Mayor Gasataya for Reforms and Productive Roundtable

BACOLOD CITY – The local business sector has commended the Bacolod City Government following a February 2 roundtable discussion led by Mayor Greg Gasataya. The forum provided a direct dialogue platform for addressing long-standing concerns, with a focus on micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The gathering brought together business community leaders, city department heads, continue reading : Business Sector Commends Bacolod City, Mayor Gasataya for Reforms and Productive Roundtable

Mayor Gasataya Leads P1.25M Payout for Bacolod Fire Victims; Relocation Efforts Accelerated

BACOLOD CITY – Mayor Greg Gasataya led the distribution of more than PHP 1.25 million in financial assistance to 117 families affected by recent fire incidents during a payout held at the BCC Gym on February 3, 2026. The initiative forms part of the city government’s efforts to provide immediate relief while advancing long-term housing continue reading : Mayor Gasataya Leads P1.25M Payout for Bacolod Fire Victims; Relocation Efforts Accelerated

DPWH Assures Diversion Channel Operational by Early February

BACOLOD CITY – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has confirmed that the diversion channel project designed to reduce flooding in the city’s reclamation area will be operational by the first week of February. DPWH Undersecretary Charles Calima gave the assurance during an alignment meeting with Mayor Greg Gasataya at the Bacolod City continue reading : DPWH Assures Diversion Channel Operational by Early February

Bacolod City Provides Immediate Assistance to Family of 12-Year-Old Who Drowned in Vista Alegre

Bacolod City Provides Immediate Assistance to Family of 12-Year-Old Who Drowned in Vista Alegre BACOLOD CITY – The Bacolod City Government moved quickly to support the family of a 12-year-old student who died in a drowning incident in Barangay Vista Alegre. Mayor Greg Gasataya led efforts to deliver aid to the bereaved household, emphasizing the continue reading : Bacolod City Provides Immediate Assistance to Family of 12-Year-Old Who Drowned in Vista Alegre

LTO-NIR, BTTMD Issue Show Cause Orders Over Viral Modernized Jeepney Overloading Incident

BACOLOD CITY – The Land Transportation Office-Negros Island Region (LTO-NIR) and Bacolod Traffic and Transport Management Department (BTTMD) have served Show Cause Orders to the operators, driver, and conductor of a modernized jeepney following a viral social media post showing severe passenger overloading. The incident – which drew widespread attention on Facebook – took place continue reading : LTO-NIR, BTTMD Issue Show Cause Orders Over Viral Modernized Jeepney Overloading Incident