Reclamation deal collapses: Iloilo City declares failure of negotiation for P18.27-billion coastal project

ILOILO City — The proposed P18.27-billion coastal reclamation project here covering about 662 hectares has been shelved. The city government formally declared a failure...
airplane-ross-parmly-rf6ywHVkrlY-unsplash

25 Ilonggo OFWs in Middle East seek repatriation

ILOILO — Twenty-five overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) from Iloilo province have sought repatriation from the Middle East amid growing fears over the ongoing crisis...
The widespread use of fine‑mesh nets locally known as “sinsoro” accelerates the depletion of marine resources because these capture juvenile and immature fish, says Director Remia Aparri of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Western Visayas. BFAR-6

Fine-mesh fishing nets face ban; Fish production in WV, 2 other regions drops 49%

ILOILO City — A major push to restore declining fish stocks in Western Visayas and two other regions has gained momentum. The Economic Development...
Repair works continue at the Buhang Flyover in Barangay Buhang, Jaro, Iloilo City. Damaged slabs are being replaced. The P315-million flyover, which developed cracks on several sections, is targeted to reopen to motorists in May 2026 once rehabilitation works are completed. AJ PALCULLO/PN

Buhang Flyover to reopen in May; DPWH blames overloaded trucks for cracks

ILOILO City – The P315-million Buhang Flyover in Barangay Buhang, Jaro district will reopen to motorists in May 2026 after extensive repairs prompted by...
The House of Representatives has given its green light to expand MORE Electric and Power Corporation’s (MORE Power) franchise to the 1st District of Iloilo Province, during its March 3 session presided over by Senior Deputy House Speaker Yevgeny Vincente B. Emano (right photo). House Bill 7647, which received favorable recommendation from the House Committee on Legislative Franchises chaired by Cong. Jeffrey Ferrer, now moves to the Senate for consideration. SCREENSHOTS FROM HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES/FB VIDEO

HOUSE OKAYS MORE POWER EXPANSION TO ILOILO 1ST DIST.

ILOILO City — The House of Representatives has approved on third and final reading a bill expanding the franchise of MORE Electric and Power...
The Department of Trade and Industry Regions 6 says its provincial offices across the region have strengthened their market surveillance activities to track prices and inventory levels of basic necessities and prime commodities amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. DTI-6 PHOTO

WV retailers told to follow suggested retail prices; DTI assures stable prices, supply of...

ILOILO City—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Western Visayas moved to calm public concerns over possible price spikes and supply disruptions, assuring...
Iloilo City Hall. PANAY NEWS PHOTO

Iloilo City gov’t shifts to four-day onsite work setup to save energy

ILOILO City – The Iloilo City Government has ordered all city offices to adopt a four-day onsite work schedule and implement stricter energy-saving measures...
The Iloilo Provincial Capitol Building.

Iloilo capitol finds 4-day workweek ‘difficult’ amid heavy workload

ILOILO – Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. said implementing a four-day workweek at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol would be difficult due to the heavy workload...
For decades, informal vending around the Iloilo Terminal Market — popularly known as “Super” — was tolerated, with vendors selling vegetables, candles, and local delicacies along sidewalks crowded with pedestrians and public transport. This caused congestion and sanitation problems that the city government now seeks to correct at the newly-rehabilitated market. ILOILO CITY GOV’T PHOTO

City gov’t sets ‘Tuesday market day’ for 300 ambulant vendors at Iloilo Terminal Market

ILOILO City — The city government has designated every Tuesday as a special market day for ambulant vendors at the Iloilo Terminal Market, offering...
A retail attendant pumps fuel into a vehicle's tank. INQUIRER FILE PHOTO

Raise prices only once a week, DOE warns gas stations in WV; Violators may...

ILOILO City – The Department of Energy (DOE) warned gasoline stations not to impose arbitrary fuel price hikes, stressing that retailers are allowed to...