Cebu Governor Defends CPAC Amid Budget Cut
Governor Pamela Baricuatro defends the Cebu People's Action Center after the Provincial Board recommends defunding. Read about the clash over public service priorities.
Governor Pamela Baricuatro defends the Cebu People's Action Center after the Provincial Board recommends defunding. Read about the clash over public service priorities.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro questions the value of being the richest province if assets aren't felt by citizens. COA's 2024 report shows Cebu leads with P339 billion in assets.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies that casual and job order workers will receive a gratuity pay, not a bonus, before Christmas. Find out the eligibility and amounts.
Cebu City and Province recorded no crimes during the first Misa de Gallo dawn mass on December 16, 2025, thanks to massive police visibility and proactive security measures.
The Cebu Provincial Board's budget committee recommends defunding the P14M 2026 allocation for CPAC, citing lack of formal office structure. Final vote set for December 22, 2025.
Cebu Province's 2026 revenue projections plummet by P10.12B after inflated estimates from the previous Garcia administration. Governor Baricuatro proposes a 'realistic' P11.9B budget. Read the full report on the fiscal overhaul.
Cebu's Provincial Board revises its African Swine Fever ordinance to sync local biosecurity with national DA & BAI policies. New rules address testing concerns and aim to curb rising hog illnesses. Learn about the key changes.
Cebu Provincial Government cites earthquakes and national agency requests for the non-use of three completed projects flagged by COA. Officials detail plans to activate the P50.4M facilities.
Mandaue City Council approves Service Recognition Incentive & gratuity pay for workers following President Marcos Jr.'s AO 40. Read how local gov't expedited the process.
Dr. Nikki Catalan inspects Balamban and Tuburan hospitals for infrastructure upgrades. A new anesthesia machine donated by Syntech Properties and WOH Hup Trust is turned over to boost major surgeries. Read about the latest healthcare developments.
Emergency services in 16 Cebu hospitals are delayed due to a critical shortage of ambulance drivers. The provincial government is now allocating funds to hire more personnel and strengthen response capabilities.
Cebu's rural emergency response is in crisis despite P1.3B in hospital upgrades. A critical shortage of ambulance drivers leaves patients waiting, breaking the "Golden Hour." Discover the plan to fix it.
Cebu's historic churches damaged by the Sept. 30 quake set for 2026 rehabilitation. NHCP provides technical guidance as province allocates P18M aid. Details on the assessment and the nine churches listed.
Amid renovation debates, the Cebu Provincial Capitol's restoration follows strict national laws like RA 10066. Discover how legal protocols protect this 1938 landmark's integrity for future generations.
Pampanga's new dialysis center in Apalit, funded via a P30M PPP, offers free PhilHealth treatment. It aims to serve over 200 patients daily, with more centers planned across the province.
Toboso Mayor Richard Jaojoco prohibits all government employees from creating social media content during office hours to uphold professionalism. Violations face administrative action.
Bacolod City Hall employees will get a P30,000 performance bonus by Dec 31. The P45M fund was approved by the City Council. Negros Occidental provincial staff will also receive the incentive.
Cebu is set to keep its crown as the Philippines' most active office hub outside Manila in 2026, but a looming supply drought could slow deals. Colliers report details the outlook.
Davao de Oro Province provides ₱4.5 million in financial assistance to 11 earthquake-affected LGUs in Cebu. Read how this act of solidarity supports recovery efforts.
Arayat leads five Pampanga LGUs honored as 2025 PEACE Marker Champions for outstanding peace and order programs. The award highlights the province's drive for community resilience.
The Commission on Audit questions P6.8 million in Cebu Province's 2024 foreign travel expenses, citing missing docs and procurement violations. Read the full report.
Police Colonel Criscente Tiguelo led a minor reshuffle at the Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office (Norppo) effective December 2, 2025. Read about the new assignments and the commitment to community-focused policing.
Mandaue City Hall confirms release of year-end bonuses for regular employees. Performance incentives & differentials for JO workers, BHWs pending council approval. Read more.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro allocates P2 million each for nine northern Cebu churches damaged in the Sept. 30, 2025, earthquake to aid recovery and boost tourism. Read more.
The Cebu Provincial Board approved a resolution requesting P18 million from Gov. Baricuatro to repair nine heritage churches in northern Cebu damaged by a magnitude 6.9 earthquake. Read the full story.
Cebu City Hall will reimburse employees P4,000 deducted for uniforms never delivered under the past administration. Mayor Archival says the HRDO is finalizing the cash refund scheme. #CebuNews
PRO 6's month-long manhunt nets 194 fugitives, including the national most wanted and the region's Top 10. See the breakdown of arrests and how public cooperation led to success.
Estancia police arrest a high-value drug suspect and companion, confiscating P756,500 worth of shabu in a buy-bust operation. Read the full details of the Ilocos Norte drug bust.
DOLE Secretary Laguesma reminds all private sector employers to release the mandatory 13th month pay by December 24, 2025. Compliance reports are due by January 15, 2026.
Cebu Province lights its Capitol Christmas tree but cancels the grand party to focus resources on earthquake and typhoon recovery. Governor Baricuatro calls for a meaningful, united holiday season.