Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco says the ascendance of tourism as among the top drivers of economic development, ranking second for the first 6 months of 2023 is a result of the Marcos Administration’s prioritization of the industry, noting its vital contribution to the country’s progress. Government economic data reveals that from continue reading : PBBM’s PRIORITIZATION MAKES TOURISM AMONG TOP DRIVERS OF ECONOMIC GROWTH — DOT CHIEF
Mayor Albee signs Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Social Security System (SSS) represented by their President and CEO Rolando Ledesma Macasaet to commence a significant collaboration to benefit Bacolod City JO employees. The focal point of the ceremony was the introduction of the “KaSSSangga-Collect Program,” a groundbreaking initiative by the SSS aimed at extending vital continue reading : MAYOR ALBEE SIGNS MOA FOR JO SSS
August 10, 2023 – Mayor Albee Benitez gladly attended the 4th General Membership Meeting of the Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) to highlight and share the city’s beautiful tourism offers and further hone the mentioned industry today at the Crimson Hotel Filinvest, Alabang, Muntinlupa City. Department of Tourism Secretary Hon. Christina Garcia Frasco was the continue reading : MAYOR ALBIE SIGNIFIES HIS PRESENCE AT THE 4TH PHILTOA GENERAL MEMERSHIP MEETING
August 10, 2023- With Mayor Albee’s desire to serve all sectors, a total of 443 senior citizens aged 80 to 99 from various barangays received their centenarian pay-out during the 2nd quarter distribution at the Montevista Gym, Villamonte Gym, Sum-ag Gym and at the Bacolod City Government Center lobby today Organized by the Department of continue reading : BACOLOD CITY CONDUCTS LADDERIZED CENTENARIAN PAY-OUT FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
The Bacolod City officials readily met with Vespa representatives last August 4, 2023 to discuss and present initial plans for the upcoming Philippine Vespa Days 2024. Presided by City Administrator Atty. Pacifico Maghari, together with Councilor Jason Villarosa, Philippine Vespa Days 2024 Chairman Michael Albaña, Vespa Pilipinas Chairman Kristofferson Mauricio, Vespa Pederasyon Pilipinas President Robi continue reading : VESPA COURTESY CALL PREPARES BACOLODNONS FOR THE PHILIPPINE VESPA DAYS 2024
MABB to highlight our beautiful city as he speaks to PHILTOA (Philippine Tour Operators Association), August 10, 2023, Crimson Hotel in Filinvest, Alabang.(Source: Bacolod City Public Information Office)
Bacolod City, Philippines — Music enthusiasts are in for an electrifying and nostalgic experience as Ely Buendia Live takes the spotlight at the Tanduay Rum Festival concert on August 19. The much-anticipated event will be held at the Bacolod City Government Center (BCGC), marking the official start of the festival in the City of Smiles. continue reading : ELY BUENDIA LIVE TO HEADLINE BACOLOD RUM FESTIVAL CONCERT
A significant meeting was held last August 4 to discuss the launch of the Social Security System (SSS) enrollment program for Job Order employees of the city with the esteemed presence of Atty. Pacifico Maghari III, Atty. Romeo Carlos Ting Jr., Atty Che Ann Martir, Ms. Noren Villarosa from Sectoral together with the Vice-President Visayas continue reading : SSS FOR BACOLOD JO EMPLOYEES
August 8, 2023- The Local Council for the Protection of Children (LCPC) and the Gender and Development Council recently convened for their 3rd quarter meeting at the Sangguniang Panlungsod Session Hall, 2nd floor of the Bacolod City Government Center. The primary focus of the meeting was to deliberate on the proposed priority projects, programs, and continue reading : LCPC GATHERS TO DISCUSS PRIORITY PROJECTS AND INITIATIVES FOR CHILD PROTECTION
August 8, 2023 – In preparation for the upcoming school opening next Monday, August 14, a crucial coordination meeting was convened as it aimed to address the impending traffic challenges along La Salle Avenue and its connecting roads. Led by Traffic Consultant Patrick Lacson, EA Carmeli Bantug-Zayco, Bacolod Traffic Authority Office (BTAO) Head PMaj. Junji continue reading : BACOLOD ORGANIZES TRAFFIC FORUM IN ANTICIPATION OF SCHOOLS OPENING NEXT WEEK ALONG LA SALLE AVENUE
6,602 kilograms of residual garbage were removed and hauled in a community led coastal clean-up held in Purok Lison, Barangay 1, Bacolod City last Saturday August 4, 2023. A total of 500 sacks of garbage were hauled by more or less 150 volunteers led by Barangay 1 officials and residents in partnership with Department of continue reading : 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗟𝗘𝗗 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗡-𝗨𝗣 𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗗 𝟲.𝟲 𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗚𝗔𝗥𝗕𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗨𝗥𝗢𝗞 𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗡, 𝗕𝗥𝗚𝗬. 𝟭
August 4, 2023- In a concerted effort to address concerns raised by parents and to ensure the safety of minors, the Bacolod Permits and Licensing Office, in collaboration with Police Station 6, City Legal Office and the Department of Social Services and Development Office, conducted a joint operation on Friday. The operation focused on 11 continue reading : BACOLOD CRACKS DOWN ON ESTABLISHMENTS SELLING LIQUOR TO MINORS
Agosto 4, 2023 – Biktima sang sunog sa 12 ka mga barangay nga may 89 ka mga pamilya ang nakabaton sang bulig pinansyal kagina sang hapon sa Brgy. 7 Covered Court. Sa idalum sang programa sang Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) kaupod ang Bacolod Government kag sa bulig man ni Senator Bong Go,nakabaton continue reading : MGA BIKTIMA SANG SUNOG SA 12 KA BARANGAY, NAKABATON SANG BULIG PINANSYAL
