Davao Police: Minor's Injury Not From Firecrackers
Davao City Police clarify a reported firecracker injury involving a child was false. The burn resulted from playing with alcohol. Authorities urge responsible social media sharing.
Davao City Police clarify a reported firecracker injury involving a child was false. The burn resulted from playing with alcohol. Authorities urge responsible social media sharing.
Davao City's Vices Regulation Unit cited nearly 100 individuals in early morning raids on three bars for violating the liquor ban. Authorities vow continued enforcement to maintain peace and order.
Police arrest a man and confiscate P500,000 worth of illegal firecrackers in Zamboanga City. Authorities remind the public to strictly follow RA 7183 for a safe New Year's celebration.
Davao City's 20th Council concluded a productive term, passing nearly 400 ordinances. The new 21st Council has initiated key measures on transport, PWD aid, and AI security. Explore the legislative highlights.
Davao Region achieved major infrastructure gains in 2025, with new bus routes, coastal roads, and bridges cutting travel times and fueling 7.9% economic growth. Discover the projects transforming commutes.
Davao City closed 2025 as Mindanao's top business hub. Discover how real estate, retail expansion, and controlled inflation fueled its growth and set the stage for 2026.
Davao City ends 2025 with a 23.15% decline in index crimes, driven by a sharp fall in theft. Police credit community partnerships and targeted patrols for the improved safety record. Read the full report.
Entrepreneurship student Juliana Samantha Lim, 22, expands her Cerise Salon & Spa in Davao City with a new C.M. Recto branch. Discover her one-stop beauty concept and expansion plans.
Davao City's new Roxas Greenway Park is now open, offering a 398-meter green space for fitness and community. Explore the latest addition to the city's sustainable urban development.
Davao City Council greenlights P187.3M supplemental budget for employee incentives. Learn about the SRI, gratuity pay, and the funding source.
Central Visayas police report a peaceful Christmas with zero firecracker victims and crimes during Simbang Gabi. Over 10,000 officers remain deployed for New Year's Eve. Read the full safety update.
Mandaue City enforces a ban on laser lights, drones, kites, and balloons across all 27 barangays to address security concerns raised by Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA).
The EcoWaste Coalition urges Filipinos to adopt People-, Pet-, and Planet-friendly celebrations this Christmas and New Year to reduce waste and pollution. Learn how to have a safe, green holiday.
The DOH records 7 firecracker injuries days before New Year 2026, a 75% drop from 2024. Officials urge the public to use safe noisemakers and attend community displays instead.
Davao City Government earns a 3-year ISO 9001:2015 recertification, affirming its commitment to quality public service, efficiency, and continuous improvement for Dabawenyos.
Masantol LGU strictly enforces a ban on loud motorcycle mufflers for New Year celebrations. Violators face fines up to ₱2,500. Mayor urges compliance for a safer, quieter community.
Cebu City Council passes a resolution for a complete ban on all gambling ads, aiming to protect public welfare, especially youth, and boost the local economy. Learn the details and implications.
Cebu City launches a major information campaign targeting schools and communities to educate residents, especially minors, about the risks of gambling. The move follows a new ban on all gambling ads within the city.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival enforces strict fireworks regulations, confining sales to SRP's Pond F from Dec 18 to Jan 1 to ensure public safety. Learn the new rules.
Cebu City and Lapu-Lapu City enforce strict regulations for fireworks sales and use this holiday season to ensure public safety. Learn about the designated zones and new guidelines.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival announces a new information campaign in schools and communities to combat gambling risks, following a council resolution banning all gambling advertisements.
Davao City's 2025 holiday spirit shines through Giving Machines at Abreeza Mall and free jeepney rides, supporting local charities. Discover how Dabawenyos are making Christmas meaningful.
The DOH Central Visayas urges the public to prioritize health and safety this Christmas and New Year through its 'Ligtas Christmas' campaign. Focus on proper food, exercise, safe travel, and avoiding fireworks.
Cebu City Council passes a resolution banning all gambling ads, online and offline, citing addiction risks and exposure to minors. The move follows national efforts to curb gambling promotion.
Cebu City prohibits all gambling ads, online and offline, to protect public welfare and youth. The move aligns with national efforts to reduce problem gambling and its economic impact. Read more.
The Davao City Government has turned over 35 new vehicles worth P77 million to the local police, enhancing visibility and response times for public safety across the city.
Mandaue City Mayor Jonkie Ouano reiterates a strict ban on firecracker use and sale. Violators face fines up to P30,000 and one-year imprisonment under RA 7183.
Davao City halts Green GSM's all-electric taxi fleet for lacking permits. LTFRB says the company was warned. Read about the compliance issues and the future of EV transport in the city.
Davao City Government and DCWD install eight 2,000-liter water tanks in upland Barangay Langub, providing free potable water to over 1,150 households. Read about this vital interim solution.
Creba-Davao's meeting featured MinDA's Romeo Montenegro highlighting the region's investment boom and Davao's BPO rise. Read about the new chapter officers and the shift in Mindanao's narrative.