They almost gave up on joining the Cebu Daily News Christmas Decor Making Contest. Most of the students were evacuees affected by typhoon Ruby which struck Dec. 6. Then they thought about how a lantern should symbolize…
This year, I must have logged a personal record-breaking air mileage due to various commitments. I do feel guilty about the increased carbon footprint, and try to lessen it by planting seedlings, minimizing purchases and letting go…
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources in Central Visayas (DENR-7) issued a cease and desist order (CDO) against an 8,000 square meter reclamation project in Boljoon town because it has no Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC). The…
Common sense, he said, dictated him to build his house the way it is Cebu City Councilor Nestor Archival is once again making a pitch for every household to manage their waste properly. Yesterday, he gave journalists…
Right after playing a game of “bato lata” with friends, Jason Baldado made his way across the Saliring Bridge in barangay Sto. Niño, Malabuyoc town, southern Cebu, like he would do on any ordinary day yesterday. Smiling…
Provincial Board (PB) Member Arleigh Sitoy’s argument that marine sanctuaries should be run by the local government unit (LGU) and not some private investor has merit. By managing the marine sanctuary, a barangay can take full…
Cebu Daily News’ continuing page one news on the shameless destruction of Boljoon’s cultural heritage, the Ili Rock, its pristine white sand and the lush seagrass by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) opened the…
Two Cebu province officails said they have nothing against the ongoing excavation work on Boljoon town’s “Ili Rock” mountain if only to ensure the safety of residents and commuters from future landslides. Rep. Wilfredo Caminero of Cebu’s…
Why is a “reclamation” project going on in the seashore of Boljoon town, and who authorized it? Why dumped into the seashore, boulders and limestone debris from Ili Rock, the mountain where a P42 million excavation is…
“Only a court order can stop this project.” This was the firm position of Engr. Marlon Marollano, project engineer of the Dept. of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), about the excavation work being done on the slopes…
Environment Secretary Ramon Paje said he will issue a permanent protection order for the 21 trees that were spared from cutting when land was cleared for a sports oval project of the Naga City government. “He (Paje)…
For those who seek peace and quiet, to unwind at the serene hideaway facing the biodiversity and fisheries-significant Tañon Strait Protected Seascape (Tañon Strait) is a great option. Ensconced by lovely flowers and native trees which host…
