Category : Local Government


Danao City Enhances Water Rescue with New Emergency Vessel

Danao City has significantly strengthened its disaster response capabilities with the acquisition of the Rescue 211 boat, a 36-foot emergency vessel that can accommodate up to 20 persons, enhancing swift water-related emergency operations.

MCWD Loses P765M in 2025, Faces Daily P6.5M Waste

Metropolitan Cebu Water District reveals staggering financial losses, with P765 million lost in 2025 and P6.5 million wasted daily on non-revenue water. New board chairman Ruben Almendras outlines recovery plan amid allegations of mismanagement.

Mabalacat Opens New Youth Center Funded by SGLGIF

The city government of Mabalacat inaugurated a new Youth Center in Barangay Sapang Biabas, funded by the Seal of Good Local Governance Incentive Fund, to boost youth participation and governance.

Masantol LGU Gives P30K Aid to Fire Victims in Bebe Anac

The Masantol local government distributed P30,000 in financial assistance to each of nine families whose homes were destroyed by a recent fire. Mayor Danilo Guintu led the relief effort, with officials citing a leaking LPG tank as the cause of the blaze.

Lapu-Lapu City Opens Upgraded Fire District Building

Lapu-Lapu City officials led by Mayor Cindi Chan inaugurated the renovated Fire District building on February 11, 2026, featuring enhanced facilities to improve firefighter operations and emergency response.

Cebu City's New Garbage Collection System Explained

Cebu City has implemented an interval-based garbage collection system following the Binaliw landfill closure. Residents now face specific pickup days and strict waste sorting rules as the city grapples with limited disposal capacity.

Cebu Councilor Calls for Carbon Market Deal Review

Cebu City Councilor Sisinio Andales pushes for a review of the Carbon Public Market redevelopment agreement after vendors protest potential 300% rent hikes and Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña files a Supreme Court petition.

Bacolod Approves Evacuation Center Ordinance

Bacolod City Council has approved on second reading an ordinance establishing managed field evacuation centers in barangays, with P50 million allocated for implementation to enhance disaster preparedness.

Cebu Political Rift: Mayor, VM Clash Over JVA

Cebu City faces internal conflict as Mayor Archival and Vice Mayor Osmeña propose opposing strategies on a joint venture agreement, while Governor Baricuatro addresses alleged death threats.

Cebu Market Vendors Protest 300% Rent Hike

Cebu City's Carbon Public Market vendors protest a 300% rent increase set for Feb. 15, 2026, as Mayor Archival cites legal obligations and Vice Mayor Osmeña appeals to the Supreme Court.

Angeles City Approves 2026 Disaster Fund, Reviews Data

The Angeles City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council held its first quarter meeting, approving revised objectives for the 2026 Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Fund and reviewing geotagged data to enhance disaster preparedness and r

Pampanga LGUs Pass Child-Friendly Governance Audit

Twenty local government units in Pampanga have successfully passed the 2025 Child-Friendly Local Governance Audit and Seal, part of a regional effort in Central Luzon to enhance children's welfare.

Peaceful Jaro Fiesta 2026 in Iloilo City Reported

The Iloilo City Police Office reported a peaceful and incident-free Jaro Fiesta 2026 celebration, with 160 police personnel deployed for security operations during the Feast of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria.

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