Bacolod OKs P327.9M Waste Management Deal for 2026
Bacolod City Council greenlights Mayor Gasataya's request to sign a P327.9 million contract with a new consortium for garbage collection and disposal in 2026, aiming for improved services.
Bacolod City Council greenlights Mayor Gasataya's request to sign a P327.9 million contract with a new consortium for garbage collection and disposal in 2026, aiming for improved services.
The Bacolod City Council will hold a special session on Dec. 29 to authorize Mayor Gasataya to sign P440 million in environmental service contracts for 2026, ensuring uninterrupted garbage collection and landfill management.
Bacolod City distributed P3,000 each to 814 scholars on Dec 24, 2025. Mayor Gasataya fast-tracked the P2.4M aid for immediate holiday needs. Learn more about the Peso program.
Police Colonel Barnard Daniel Dasugo leads inspections on firecracker sellers in Titay to ensure compliance with RA 7183 for a safe Ligtas Paskuhan 2025. Read more.
Cebu City mandates waste segregation in schools to ease landfill congestion. Over 120,000 students must sort trash starting Feb 2026. Learn the new rules and schedule.
Bacolod's PESO Christmas Job Fair sees 16 immediate hires. Over 40 companies participated, aiding thousands in finding holiday season employment. Read the full story.
Police in Bacolod City arrested a suspect and confiscated P1.5 million worth of suspected shabu in a major operation. Authorities vow to sustain the fight against illegal drugs.
A Bacolod police officer was struck from behind with a steel pipe near Central Market. The suspect then pulled a knife, leading the officer to fire in self-defense. Both were hospitalized.
Cebu City Hall will implement a strict 'No segregation, no collection' garbage policy starting February 2026 to combat landfill overflow. Learn the new rules and timeline.
Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya demands reports on spoiled food served to 6,650 employees. A P3.2 million budget was allocated. Read the full investigation details.
Cebu City Police Colonel George Ylanan leads surprise inspection on fireworks vendors at SRP to ensure safety compliance. Authorities warn of confiscation for illegal sales.
A morning fire in Barangay 2, Bacolod City, destroyed 26 houses, displacing 26 families. No casualties reported. Mayor Gasataya discusses relocation plans. Read more.
Bacolod City's Bids and Awards Committee evaluates proposals from two contractors for garbage collection, hauling, and landfill management. The total approved budget is over P505 million. Read the latest updates.
A morning fire in Bacolod City's Barangay Singcang destroyed four homes, causing P270,000 in damage. No casualties reported. Read about the response and aid provided.
Cebu City's flooding and soaring landfill costs expose decades of neglecting the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act. Discover why enforcement, not new laws, is the solution.
Bacolod Mayor Greg Gasataya urges PrimeWater to improve services as new ownership takes over. The city faces water supply threats due to unpaid bills. Read the latest updates.
The Bureau of Fire Protection in Lapu-Lapu City orders the City Government to comply with fire safety requirements within 15 days after an inspection found deficiencies. Learn about the findings and the city's response.
Bacolod City officials demand transparency on the new owner of PrimeWater. A bulk water supplier's payment crisis highlights urgent water service issues. Learn the latest developments.
The NHA and Bacolod City Government distributed P4.39 million to 145 residents of Barangay 27 who lost homes in a September fire. Mayor Gasataya also presented a long-term on-site housing plan.
Bacolod City's veterinary chief faces a show-cause order after P2.4 million worth of ASF test kits expired. Mayor Gasataya demands an explanation for the alleged gross neglect of duty.
Danao City students return to classrooms on December 3, 2025, after safety inspections. Schools declared safe post-earthquake and typhoon. Executive Order No. 098 S. 2025 details the mandate.
Bacolod police arrest two high-value suspects, recover P2.04 million worth of shabu in Barangay Cabug. A major win for the city's anti-drug campaign. Read the full story.
Lapu-Lapu City officials intensify market inspections after confiscating 4 tampered scales. Daily random checks implemented to protect consumers during holiday shopping season. Stay informed!
Mayor Gica confirms the Dumanjug flood control wall collapse was due to Tropical Depression Verbena, not substandard construction. The project was above-standard, and the contractor will repair it.
Lapu-Lapu City market inspectors confiscated 4 tampered weighing scales from vendors. Stay alert this Christmas season as random inspections intensify.
Bacolod City police arrested a man posing as Police Major in extortion scheme. Suspect faces 16 counts of robbery extortion. Read the full details of the operation.
Bacolod police confiscated P1.02 million worth of shabu and arrested two teenagers in an early morning drug bust. A major win for the city's anti-drug campaign.
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Tropical Depression Verbena triggers severe flooding in Bacolod City, displacing over 15,000 residents and destroying 53 homes. City officials and DPWH meet to address crisis.
Cebu City faces waste disposal crisis as damaged Bacayan Bridge limits garbage trucks to one daily trip. Councilor Garganera urges immediate solutions and waste reduction.