Classes in 2 Negros schools suspended over threat

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Gilbert Bayoran - The Philippine Star

September 23, 2026 | 12:00am

Students attend their classes after their holiday break at Araullo High School in Manila on January 4, 2024.

STAR / Ernie Penaredondo

BACOLOD CITY, Philippines — An online threat against students of the E.B. Magalona National High School in Negros Occidental prompted local officials to cancel classes yesterday.

Mayor Matthew Louis Malacon said the threat was posted on Facebook.

Aside from the high school, the local government also canceled classes at the E.B. Magalona Elementary School to ensure the safety of students and teachers.

Malacon urged residents to remain calm as authorities are looking into the matter.

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