MCWD Explains Mandatory Minimum Water Charges
MCWD justifies minimum water fees for all connections, including zero-consumption households, as required by law to cover fixed operational costs. Councilor Go seeks policy review.
Category : Public Services
DSWD Opens Samal Satellite Office for Crisis Services
Samal residents can now access DSWD crisis aid locally. The new CIU office provides emergency cash, mental health support, and faster service delivery for vulnerable groups.
DSWD-7 Innovations Division Holds Strategic 2026 Planning Meeting
DSWD Field Office VII's Innovations Division convened in Cebu to align 2026 goals, emphasizing ethical service, innovation, and compassion under Regional Director's guidance. Discover their key programs.
Aurora Fishers Get Free Healthcare After Typhoon
PhilHealth's YAKAP Caravan delivers free medical services to 200 fisherfolk families in Baler, Aurora, impacted by Tropical Cyclone Uwan. Read how the program aids primary healthcare access.
MCWD: Why Zero Water Use Still Incurs Charges
MCWD explains that minimum water charges are legally mandated 'readiness-to-serve' fees for fixed costs, not payment for unused water. Councilor Go seeks a review.
Cebu Water Billing Dispute After Typhoon Tino
Cebu City Councilor Harold Go pushes MCWD to suspend charges for undelivered water after Typhoon Tino. Residents received bills despite zero consumption. Will billing policies change?
DOTr suspends driver's license confiscation for 15 days
Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez orders a 15-day halt to license confiscations and extends settlement deadlines for traffic violations. This follows a public issue raised by vlogger James Deakin.
Army Joins Project Reham Caravan, Unveils Center in Sulu
The Army's 1103rd Infantry Brigade participated in the Project Reham Serbisyo Caravan and the unveiling of a new multi-purpose center in Pantao, Talipao, Sulu, marking a step towards peace and development. Read more about this community initiative.
DOH Launches Zero Balance Billing Pilot in LGU Hospitals
The DOH allocates P1 billion for a zero balance billing pilot in select LGU-run hospitals, aiming to eliminate out-of-pocket costs for eligible patients. Learn about the rollout.
Davao's Free Vasectomy Acceptors Jump 121% in 2025
Davao City's free No-Scalpel Vasectomy service saw a major increase to 279 acceptors in 2025. The safe, permanent family planning method is offered twice monthly. Learn how to avail.
Pampanga to Push for Autism, Mental Health Care Centers
Gov. Lilia Pineda announces a 2026 agenda to create Youth Care Centers for autism and mental health, expand feeding programs, and support out-of-school youth. Learn about Pampanga's new healthcare push.
Zero Balance Billing Now in LGU Hospitals with P1B Fund
DOH expands Zero Balance Billing to LGU hospitals with a P1B budget, eliminating guarantee letters for medical aid. Learn how this reform changes healthcare access.
Cebu Hires 325 New Hospital Staff to Improve Healthcare
Cebu Province deploys 325 new medical and non-medical personnel to 10 government hospitals to address chronic staff shortages and improve healthcare access, especially in remote areas.
325 New Medical Personnel Deployed in Cebu Hospitals
Cebu Provincial Government deploys 325 new medical and non-medical staff to 10 hospitals to address shortages and improve healthcare services across the province. Read more.
P3.8M Labor Aid Distributed to 64 Marawi IDPs
The Marawi Rehabilitation Program distributed P3.8 million to 64 displaced families for construction labor costs. Each received P60,000 to help rebuild homes destroyed in the 2017 siege. Learn more about the ongoing recovery efforts.
Cebu City to Finish Delayed Housing, Build 3 More MRBs
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival addresses documentation issues delaying a P200M medium-rise building in Lorega. The city plans three new MRBs in Talamban for disaster victims. Read the latest updates.
New LTFRB 7 Director Ibo Pledges Quality Service
New LTFRB 7 Director Eugenio Ibo Jr. prioritizes commuter convenience and modernization programs. Learn about his 25-year agency background and key plans for Central Visayas transport.
DSWD AVRC II Holiday Celebration for PWD Trainees
The DSWD's AVRC II in Central Visayas held a festive year-end gathering for PWD trainees on December 19, 2025, featuring performances, games, and gift-giving to embody the holiday spirit.
Gov't Caravan Serves 2,548 Indigenous People in Davao
Over 2,500 indigenous community members in Davao Occidental received essential healthcare and social services through a multi-agency outreach caravan. Read about the successful collaboration.
Busay Residents Get Water After 30 Years via MCWD Project
Residents of Sitio NHA in Barangay Busay, Cebu City, celebrate as MCWD water flows after three decades of waiting. Mayor Archival leads the project bringing service to 240 households, with more connections planned for 2026.
BJMP Mandaue Female Dorm Move Set for February 2026
The BJMP in Mandaue City announces the relocation of its female dormitory to a new, flood-resilient facility by February 2026, improving conditions for Persons Deprived of Liberty.
Mandaue Female Jail Moves to New Facility in February 2026
The BJMP female dormitory in Mandaue City will transfer to a new, flood-resilient facility by February 2026. The move addresses severe flooding and poor conditions at the old Looc jail. Read more.
Nearly 3 Million Riders Benefit from DOTr's Free Christmas Rides
The DOTr's '12 Days of Christmas - Libreng Sakay' program served 2.84 million passengers on LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3 from Dec 14-25, 2025. Discover the impact.
1,412 Aeta Families Get Gov't Aid Before Christmas
Over 1,400 Aeta families in Pampanga received financial and in-kind assistance from the DSWD and local government. Three families also got livelihood grants. Read more about this holiday support initiative.
100 Housing Units Turned Over to Ex-MILF Families in Cotabato
The Bangsamoro Government delivers 100 new homes in Cotabato City to former combatants' families, marking a key peace milestone. Read about the Kapyanan program's impact.
Police Gift-Giving Lights Up Barangay Latasan for Holidays
PRO-NIR, led by BGen Arnold Thomas Ibay, spread joy to 100 kids in E.B. Magalona with a gift-giving drive. The initiative highlights police compassion beyond law enforcement.
New DSWD Pag-Abot Center Opens in Pampanga
The DSWD inaugurated a Pag-Abot Center in the Pampanga Capitol Compound on December 22. The facility offers shelter, food, and services to homeless individuals and vulnerable sectors. Learn how this initiative aims to create safer living conditions.
P34M DOH BUCAS Center Breaks Ground in Santa Ana
A new P34 million DOH BUCAS Center is underway in Santa Ana, Pampanga, with a target opening in July 2026. The project boosts local healthcare access.
New DSWD Help Desk for Minors Opens at NAIA Terminal 1
The DSWD launches a Minors Traveling Abroad help desk at NAIA Terminal 1 to assist families and prevent child trafficking. Learn how to apply for travel clearance online.
Cebu City P50M Free Health, Mental Wellness Plan
Cebu City Council passes ordinances for free annual medical exams and 24/7 mental health support. Mayor Archival's approval pending to implement the P50 million initiative for vulnerable residents.
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