Mandaue Council Wants Old Fluvial Route Back for Sinulog
Mandaue City Council passes resolution urging Cebu Archdiocese to revert to the traditional fluvial procession route after devotees were disappointed in 2026. Read the full story.
Category : Local Government
Cebu City Hall vehicles may face tinted window ban
Councilor Harold Kendrick Go proposes an ordinance to ban tinted windows on all Cebu City government vehicles to ensure transparency and prevent misuse of public funds. Non-compliant vehicles risk losing fuel and maintenance support.
Mandaue City Enforces Strict Barangay Waste Segregation
Mandaue City mandates strict waste segregation at the barangay level to optimize its transfer station and reduce hauling costs. Non-compliance may lead to suspended collection.
Cebu City May Ban Tinted Windows on Government Vehicles
Cebu City Councilor Harold Kendrick Go proposes an ordinance requiring clear windows on all city and barangay vehicles to promote transparency. Non-compliance could cut off fuel and maintenance funds.
Senior Citizen Arrested for Illegal Swertres in Danao
An 80-year-old man faces charges after police caught him running an illegal numbers game in Barangay Tuburan Sur, Danao City. Authorities seized betting materials and cash.
80 New Policemen Join Angeles City Police Office
Angeles City strengthens public safety as 80 new police officers join the ACPO, bringing total force to 747. Mayor Lazatin pledges continued city government support.
Mandaue Seeks Old Fiesta Señor Fluvial Route Back
Mandaue City Council urges Cebu Archdiocese to restore the traditional seaborne procession route for the 2027 Fiesta Señor after residents missed seeing the Santo Niño. Read the full story.
Pampanga Awaits E-Trike Ban as Metro Manila Enforces Rule
The ban on e-trikes and e-bikes on major roads started Jan 1 in Metro Manila. Pampanga residents and officials now question when local authorities will implement the same regulation to prevent accidents. Read more.
Feb 2, 2026 Declared Holiday for Mabalacat City Anniversary
President Marcos Jr. declares February 2, 2026, a special non-working day in Mabalacat City for its 314th founding anniversary. Read the official proclamation details.
Cebu Establishes Dedicated Office for Solo Parents
Cebu Province approves an ordinance creating the Solo Parents Affairs Office (CP-SPAO) to strengthen benefits and rights for thousands of solo parents, ensuring full implementation of RA 8972.
Lapu-Lapu Gives P390K Cash Incentives to Board Passers
Lapu-Lapu City distributed P390,000 to 78 professional board passers. Mayor Cindi Chan led the ceremony, giving P5,000 each under the city's incentive program. Read the full story.
No Classes in Cebu Jan 19 for Sinulog Festival 2026
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival and Gov. Pamela Baricuatro suspend classes on Jan 19, 2026, to let Sinulog participants rest. Classes resume Tuesday, Jan 20.
Cebu Establishes Solo Parents Affairs Office
Cebu Province launches a dedicated office to enforce the Solo Parents' Welfare Act, promising better benefits and representation for thousands. Learn how this impacts local families.
Cebu City BPSOs Unpaid for Nearly 3 Months
Cebu City Councilor Harold Kendrick Go demands immediate release of delayed honoraria for Barangay Public Safety Officers, citing financial hardship and public safety risks.
Davao's Wheel Clamping Ordinance Set for 2026 Pilot Run
Davao City gears up to pilot its Wheel Clamping Ordinance in 2026 to curb illegal parking. Learn about the clamping zones, fines, and implementation timeline.
Bacolod Regulates Donated Food After Incident
Bacolod City Government will regulate food donations after a foreign object was found in arroz caldo at the BCGC. The City Health Office is investigating. Read for details.
Cebu City Theft: P128K Phones Stolen, One Suspect Arrested
A 29-year-old man is detained after a brazen theft of high-end phones worth P128,000 from a Cebu City bar. Police recover one unit as accomplice escapes. Read the full report.
Cebu City Truck Ban for Sinulog 2026 Traffic
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival orders a temporary truck ban on major roads on January 18, 2026, to ensure public safety and smooth traffic flow for the Sinulog Festival. Learn about the routes and exemptions.
Cebu Councilors' Cars Clamped in Sinulog Parking Operation
Cebu City traffic enforcers clamped unmarked vehicles of councilors parked illegally during Sinulog 2026. The CCTO head clarifies it was a standard response to a formal complaint, not targeting officials. Read the full story.
Cebu City Truck Ban for Sinulog 2026 on Jan 18
Mayor Nestor Archival orders a temporary truck ban on major Cebu City roads this Sunday to manage Sinulog 2026 traffic and ensure public safety. Check the restricted routes.
Cebu Councilors' Cars Clamped in Sinulog Parking Op
Cebu City traffic enforcers clamped unattended vehicles, including those of councilors, during a Sinulog 2026 clearing operation. The CCTO defends the action as standard enforcement. Read the full story.
Mandaue Mayor Ouano Announces Waste Management Overhaul
Mandaue City Mayor Thadeo Ouano announces major changes to solid waste management, including stricter segregation, new hauling contracts, and a revised role for the Mandaue Green Learning Park. Learn the new collection schedule.
Cebu City Sinulog 2026 Liquor Ban: 300-Meter Radius
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival issues EO 051, banning alcohol sale and consumption within 300 meters of the Sinulog parade route from Jan 17-18, 2026. Violators face arrest and business permit revocation.
Cebu Scraps P150-M Capitol Move, Funds to be Realigned
Cebu provincial government cancels P150M Capitol relocation to Balamban due to land ownership issues. Funds may be realigned for an innovation hub or government center. Governor prioritizes renovating the existing complex.
Mandaue Council to Aid Binaliw Landfill Tragedy Victims
Mandaue City Council plans a resolution offering condolences and financial aid to families affected by the Binaliw landfill tragedy. The city acknowledges responsibility for the waste management disaster.
Cebu City's 30-Day Garbage Deadline After Landfill Tragedy
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival rejects waste-to-energy tech for the garbage crisis. With only 30 days to use a temporary dump, the city faces a mounting problem after the deadly Binaliw landslide.
Coast Guard Issues Safety Rules for Sinulog Seaborne Procession
The Philippine Coast Guard has ordered motorbancas to stay stationary at NUSTAR and large vessels to pre-position near the First Cebu-Mactan Bridge for the Sinulog 2026 seaborne procession. Learn the full safety guidelines here.
34 Maco Barangays Compliant with 2026 GAD Plans
Maco's GAD office endorses 34 barangays' gender-responsive budgets for 2026 to DILG, achieving 91.89% compliance rate. See the full list of compliant villages here.
Davao Police Launch 24/7 Oplan Tuyok Patrol Strategy
Davao City Police Office implements Oplan Tuyok, a 24/7 mobile patrol strategy to prevent crime and ensure public safety. Learn how this proactive approach works.
Pampanga Police Leadership Reorganized in 2026 Turnover
Pampanga PPO Director Col. Eugene Marcelo leads a major reshuffle, appointing new police chiefs across several towns and San Fernando City to strengthen peace and order. Read the full list of assignments.
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