Del Mar cited for outstanding performance, perfect attendance in 26 years in Congress

Doris C. Bongcac 06/05/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The House of Representatives on Monday, June 3, 2019, adopted Resolution No. 197 commending Rep. Raul V. Del Mar of Cebu City’s north district for his outstanding performance and perfect attendance during the…

DENR-7 offers cash, reusable items in exchange for recyclable garbage

Doris C. Bongcac 06/03/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Wanting to encourage recycling and proper waste management, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in Central Visayas (DENR-7) set up a “Palit Basura” booth at the Ecotech Center in Sudlon, Lahug, Cebu…

Margot ask Cebuanos to visit and enjoy Cebu City’s heritage sites

Doris C. Bongcac 05/28/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City Councilor Margot Osmeña asked Cebuanos to take pride in Cebu City’s very rich history and culture and ensure its preservation. “Cebu City is just a big heritage site. We pride ourselves…

Lawaan III councilor takes place of slain barangay captain Bartelic

Doris C. Bongcac 05/28/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Barangay Councilor Regie Marababol took his oath of office this morning, May 28, as the new Lawaan III barangay captain to replace slain barangay captain Jimmy Bartelic. Talisay City Mayor Eduardo Gullas administered…

Over 17K newly elected, reelected officials to undergo DILG training

Doris C. Bongcac 05/20/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines –  The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) is now preparing to train a total of 17,754 government officials who were elected for the first time or given a fresh mandate during…

Mandaue’s plastic ban ordinance up for review

Doris C. Bongcac 05/19/2019

MANDAUE CITY, Philippines – Mandaue City’s plastic ban ordinance may stay but mayor-elect Jonas Cortes want the legislation refined to make it more responsive to the concerns of businessmen and the marketgoers. He said that while there…

Cortes wants products exhibit area, intermodal terminal at CICC grounds

Doris C. Bongcac 05/18/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines –Expect some changes on the use of the Cebu International Convention Center (CICC). Mandue City mayor-elect Jonas Cortes said that he wanted to push through with his earlier plan to set aside a portion…

Boy in viral ‘studying in street’ photo finishes elementary education, now living a ‘better’ life 

Doris C. Bongcac 05/17/2019

MANDAUE CITY, Philippines – Daniel Cabrera, 13, already finished elementary and will soon be enrolled in high school. Daniel said that a police official, whom he failed to name, has also made a commitment to take care…

Cortes unhappy with Mandaue’s helmet ordinance

Doris C. Bongcac 05/14/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Mandaue City’s helmet ordinance failed to serve its purpose. Mayor-elect Jonas Cortes said that he plans to have the ordinance repealed when he formally assumes office on June 30, saying that its implementation is…

Cortes urge new Councilors to hold some of their sessions in the barangays

Doris C. Bongcac 05/14/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Mayor-elect Jonas Cortes want members of the new Mandaue City Council to consider the city’s 27 barangays as an alternative venue for their weekly sessions. Cortes said that even the members of the…

Cortes promises to adopt participatory gov’t, credits NQ’s help for his victory

Doris C. Bongcac 05/14/2019

MANDAUE CITY, Philippines – Mandaue City mayor-elect Jonas Cortes has made a commitment to bring his government closer to city residents when he assumes office starting on June 30. Cortes said that he wanted to practice a…

Voting orderly at Mandaue City Central School despite long queues

Doris C. Bongcac 05/13/2019

MANDAUE CITY, Philippines – Despite the long queues, voting remained orderly at the Mandaue City Central School, one of the bigger polling centers in Mandaue City. The public school accommodated voters from the neighboring barangays of Centro,…

Previous           Next
Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our newsletter!

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

This is an information message

We use cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing, you agree to our use of cookies. Learn more here.