BACOLOD CITY — The Bacolod City Department of Social Services and Development (DSSD) has started the distribution of ₱6,236,000 in medical, burial, and financial assistance to 1,585 beneficiaries under the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program, Monday, July 13, 2026. Upon the directive of Mayor Greg Gasataya, 939 beneficiaries received cash assistance amounting continue reading : Over ₱6.2 Million in Cash Assistance Released to 1,585 AICS Beneficiaries
BACOLOD CITY — Mayor Greg Gasataya lead the distribution of 10 kilos of rice to qualified senior citizens, with the initial rollout conducted today in Barangay Sum-ag and Cabug, benefiting over 1,712 elderly residents. The initiative is part of the national government program, “Sa Bagong Pilipinas, Bawat Bayan Makikinabang,” and is being implemented by the continue reading : Bacolod Begins Roll Out of 10-Kilo Rice Aid for 1,712 Senior Citizens
BACOLOD CITY — Mayor Greg Gasataya presented the accomplishments of his first year in office, anchored on the HEART+MORE governance agenda, during his first State of the City Address (SOCA) held at the Bacolod City Government Center lobby on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Mayor Gasataya highlighted the city’s achievements in Health, Education, Environment and Economic continue reading : Mayor Gasataya Delivers First SOCA, Unveils HEART+MORE Agenda for a Stronger Bacolod
The Bacolod City Government on Tuesday held a dialogue with more than 100 families regarding the proposed transfer of about 450 human remains from deteriorating tombs at Burgos Public Cemetery to the newly constructed Bone Vault at Handumanan Public Cemetery. During the meeting at the Bacolod City Government Center (BCGC) lobby, representatives from the General continue reading : City Holds Dialogue on Proposed Transfer of Remains from Burgos Cemetery
BACOLOD CITY — The city government’s crackdown on illegal structures continued Wednesday, July 1, as personnel from the City Legal Office (CLO) Enforcement Team and the City Administrator’s Office–Market Enforcement Action Team closed and cleared 97 stalls inside the Libertad Market Annex Building. Retired Police Colonel Levy Pangue, team leader of the CLO Enforcement Team, continue reading : Joint Enforcement Team Closes 97 Stalls at Libertad Market Annex Building
The creative industry in Bacolod City has found a new home in Barangay Mansilingan as Mayor Greg Gasataya led the opening of G-Hive, a hub for graphic artists, designers, animators, game developers, fashion designers, and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) at the Mansilingan Activity Center (MAC) on June 29, 2026. The G-Hive features a continue reading : G-Hive for Creative Industry Opens in Barangay Mansilingan
BACOLOD CITY — Mayor Greg Gasataya led the inauguration of the newly improved Senior Citizen Center at the annex building of the Bacolod City Government Center, reaffirming the city’s commitment to providing accessible, compassionate, and comprehensive services for Bacolod’s elderly population. Addressing members of various senior citizens’ organizations, Gasataya said that as the city’s “VIPs,” continue reading : Mayor Gasataya Welcomes Senior Citizens to Their New Home
BACOLOD CITY — Seven of 12 commercial establishments were ordered closed for failing to secure the necessary business permits during a series of joint inspection operations conducted by the City Legal Office (CLO) and the Business Permits and Licensing Office (BPLO) from June 22 to 24, 2026. The issuance of closure orders forms part of continue reading : 7 Establishments Shut Down Due to Lack of Permits
During a meeting led by Mayor Greg Gasataya together with members of the Bacolod City ASF Task Force, officials agreed to implement stronger measures to prevent the possible resurgence and spread of African Swine Fever (ASF), a highly contagious and deadly disease affecting hogs. There are currently no confirmed cases of African Swine Fever (ASF) continue reading : Pork Ban and Stricter Border Controls to Be Enforced in Bacolod Amid Resurgence of ASF in Negros
MANILA – The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) have expressed full confidence in the Bacolod City’s readiness to host Batang Pinoy 2026 from December 12 to 18, 2026. Speaking during the Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) Forum on Tuesday, June 23, at the PSC Main Building inside the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in Manila, PSC Chairman John continue reading : PSC, Bacolod ‘All In’ for Batang Pinoy 2026 This December
BACOLOD CITY – Mayor Greg Gasataya, in partnership with the Aboitiz Foundation, led the graduation rites for 20 beneficiaries of the Elevate AIDA program at the Bacolod City Government Center on Monday, June 22, 2026. Mayor Gasataya emphasized that the program aims to boost local economic empowerment under the Pag-eskwela to Pagtrabaho (P2P) initiative, which continue reading : 20 “Elevate AIDA” Graduates in Bacolod Gear Up for Digital Opportunities
BACOLOD CITY – Mayor Greg Gasataya and Third District Congressman Javier Miguel “Javi” Benitez called for stronger ties between Bacolod City and Negros Occidental as the city celebrated its 88th Charter Anniversary on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Speaking during the annual Charter Day Awards Ceremony at the Bacolod City Government Center, Benitez stressed that the continue reading : Gasataya, Benitez Urge Stronger Ties Between Bacolod, Negros Occidental in 88th Charter Celebration
Bacolod City – Mayor Greg Gasataya led the distribution of cash incentives to 284 delegates of the Palarong Pambansa 2026, including athletes, coaches, trainers, and chaperones, during a recognition and awarding ceremony held at the Bacolod City Government Center on Thursday, June 18, 2026. A total of P1.782 million was allocated for 54 medalists, 48 continue reading : BACOLOD LGU GRANTS P1.782M CASH INCENTIVES TO PALARO ATHLETES
