Banica River

Weak La Niña in September Expected

A weak La Niña is expected starting next month until the early month of 2017. This was announced by Negros Oriental PAG-ASA Chief Neptune Catarata in a recent Kapihan sa PIA on “Disaster Preparedness vs. La Niña Phenomenon.”

SSS Glitch

SSS Computer Glitch

A computer database problem causes a big issue with the Social Security System. The “SSS Glitch” as this small disaster is called is whipping out payments and contributions of members between 1985 and 1989.

DFA Dumaguete – Online Appointment

We pleased to inform the residents of Dumaguete, Negros Oriental and those from its neighboring provinces that Passport Online Appointment System is now available.

115th Silliman University Founders Day 2016

115th Founders Day Silliman University

The 115th Founders Day of Silliman University is a two-week long celebration not only for the students and the Alumni of this honorable educational institution in Dumaguete City, but also for the whole population of Dumaguete.

Tayada Sa Plaza - Dumaguete

Tayada sa Plaza

Tayada Sa Plaza is one of our favorite events in Dumaguete. Different schools and groups are showcasing their talents on stage, which are ranging from traditional dances to vocal artists and modern dance groups.

Ipe Remollo - Mayor of Dumaguete City

Ipe Remollo – Mayor of Dumaguete City

Felipe Antonio Ipe Remollo will take over the position as Mayor of Dumaguete City. In a close race Ipe Remollo outnumbered incumbent Vice Mayor Woodrow Maquiling Sr. by 2,386 votes.

Dumaguete - Mall voting canceled

Proposed Mall Voting Canceled

The Commission on Higher Elections in Negros Oriental has voted on disregarding the program primarily because there are subjects on legality that are still left unanswered.

Dumaguete Dumpsite Fire

Dumpsite Fire

After toxic smoke was released from the dumpsite fire of Dumaguete, the Dumaguete City Council declared 5 Barangays under the state of calamity last Saturday, 16. April 2016. These 5 Barangays are Candau-ay, Cadawinonan, Balugo, Batuingel, and Camanjac.

Mama Mary of Simala

Mama Mary of Simala in Dumaguete

Mama Mary of Simala is visiting Dumaguete from April 04-April 08. Mama Mary will make the travel from the Simala-Lindogon Church in Cebu on the 4th of April with the welcome Mass scheduled at 6:30 pm.

National and Local Elections-2016

National and Local Elections – Activities

With the national and local elections 2016 fast approaching, there are certain regulations and rules for the candidates as well as the population. The gun ban is already in place since January 10, lasting until June 8, 2016.