BACOLOD CITY – More than 10,000 delegates and visitors witnessed a vibrant performances at the Negros Island Regional Athletic Association Meet (NIRAAM) 2026 inaugural kicked off at Panaad Park and Stadium on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Mayor Greg Gasataya welcomed 12 delegations from the municipalities and cities of Siquijor, Bais, Guihulngan, Tanjay, Bayawan, Canlaon, Dumaguete, continue reading : Bacolod City Leads Spectacular NIRAAM 2026 Kick Off at Panaad
Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya has announced plans for a dedicated 7,490-square-meter football pitch at the Bacolod City National High School (BCNHS) oval, with full funding of 50 million pesos provided by the city government. The project was revealed during a send-off event for the city’s sports delegates, where the mayor noted that many young continue reading : Mayor Greg Unveils 50-Million-Peso Football Pitch at BCNHS Oval
Bacolod City held a ceremonial send-off on February 25 at Bacolod City National High School for 626 student-athletes and 276 coaches and training staff set to compete in the first-ever Negros Island Region Athletic Association Meet (NIRAAM). Mayor Greg Gasataya expressed his hope that Bacolod’s student-athletes will clinch the championship at the inaugural event. He continue reading : Mayor Greg Hopes Bacolod Will Secure Championship at Inaugural NIRAAM 2026
BACOLOD CITY – The Bacolod City government is honoring its senior citizens by celebrating four women who have reached the remarkable milestone of 100 years old: Lourdes Panisales of Barangay Tangub, Margarita V. Sentecera of Barangay Alijis, Nena Celis Pretta of Barangay Estefania, and Lourdes Abaygar of Barangay Taculing. Through the Centenarian Benefit Program, the continue reading : Bacolod City Honors Centenarians, Celebrates Lives of Resilience, Simplicity, and Dedication
Mayor Greg Gasataya received 500 brand-new computer tablets from the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) on February 24, 2026, at the Bacolod City Government Center. The donation is part of PAGCOR’s regional initiative to equip Visayas cities with tools for modern learning and disaster resilience. The initiative aligns with the mayor’s priority programs centered continue reading : PR: BACOLOD CITY STRENGTHENS DIGITAL EDUCATION WITH 500-TABLET DONATION FROM PAGCOR
Student athletes from Bacolod City are expressing gratitude for the local government’s support as they gear up for the first-ever Negros Island Region Athletic Association Meet(NIRAAM). A parade is set for March 1 at 3 p.m., followed by the opening ceremony at 4 p.m. The city government has allocated a total of P54.5 million for continue reading : Athletes, Coaches Thankful for Bacolod LGU Support Ahead of First-Ever NIRAAM 2026
BACOLOD CITY — Mayor Greg Gasataya has directed the City Engineer’s Office (CEO) to augment the ongoing desilting operations of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) at the Mandalagan River, reinforcing flood mitigation efforts in the city. An amphibious excavator has been deployed at the river mouth in Barangay 1, while a newly continue reading : City Augments Desilting Operations in Mandalagan River, Acquires Heavy Equipment as Mayor Gasataya Pushes Flood Mitigation Drive
The three-day Bacolaodiat Festival launched yesterday with an opening ceremony at the Bacolod City Government Center (BCGC). In his speech, Mayor Greg Gasataya expressed gratitude to the Filipino-Chinese community for their invaluable contributions to Bacolod’s success. “The reason for having this Bacolaodiat Festival is for us to unite, to celebrate, and to showcase Bacolod City. continue reading : Mayor Thanks Filipino-Chinese Community as Bacolaodiat Festival Kicks Off
Bacolod’s Masskara Festival dancers have received commendations from City Mayor Greg Gasataya and local officials for their outstanding performance at the 2026 Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade in Hong Kong on Tuesday, February 17. Mayor Gasataya expressed his pride, saying, “We want to commend our Masskara dancers who performed in Hong Kong. We continue reading : Mayor Greg Praises Masskara Dancers for International Performance in Hong Kong
Each of the 1,500 registered solo parents received ₱6,000, covering the period from July to December 2025. The initiative is a locally funded program of the Bacolod City Government, separate from national assistance provided by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). To ensure orderly processing, the Department of Social Services and Development (DSSD) continue reading : Bacolod City Completes ₱9M Cash Subsidy Distribution for 1,500 Solo Parents The Bacolod City Government has finalized the distribution of the Solo Parent Cash Subsidy for the second half of 2025, disbursing a total of ₱9 million in direct financial aid.
The City Government of Bacolod has rolled out a house-to-house pet vaccination program to bolster its anti-rabies campaign. Led by the City Veterinarian’s Office(CVO), the initiative aims to make the city rabies-free, amid an increase in reported cases. Mayor Greg Gasataya emphasized that the program aligns with the local government’s service commitments. “This is part continue reading : Bacolod LGU Launches House-to-House Drive for Rabies-Free City
BACOLOD CITY, PHILIPPINES — The City Government of Bacolod, through the Department of Social Services and Development (DSSD) in coordination with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), officially commenced distribution of the Solo Parent Cash Subsidy on February 16, 2026. A total of 1,500 registered solo parents in the city will receive ₱6,000 continue reading : Bacolod City Government Begins ₱9M Cash Subsidy Distribution for 1,500 Solo Parents
Bacolod City Posts 4.83% Tourism Arrival Growth in 2025, with Economic Contributions Exceeding P6.5 Billion. The City Tourism Office recorded a total of 873,573 local and foreign visitors in 2025, reflecting steady growth from the 833,345 arrivals logged in 2024. Figures from local hotels and accommodations show domestic tourists rose 5.11% to 813,625, while foreign continue reading : Bacolod Sees Steady Growth in Tourism and Enhanced Visitor Experience
