Mandaue's P60M Christmas Food Pack Program for 100K Homes
Mandaue City allocates P60M for 'Gugma sa Pasko,' distributing 100,000 Noche Buena packs to ease holiday expenses for families and students. Learn about the city's festive support initiative.
Mandaue City allocates P60M for 'Gugma sa Pasko,' distributing 100,000 Noche Buena packs to ease holiday expenses for families and students. Learn about the city's festive support initiative.
The Senate version of the 2026 budget cuts P55B from personnel benefits to fund a P17.9B increase in discretionary LGU funds, sparking outcry from ACT Teachers Partylist. Calls grow to restore cuts and eliminate 'pork'. #Philippines #Budget2026
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian refutes claims of P17.9B pork barrel in the 2026 budget, stating LGU funds are vital investments. Read his full defense.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will forgo his holiday break to conduct a thorough review of the proposed P6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, aiming to sign it into law before the year ends.
Mandaue City Council approves a P5,000 Performance Enhancement Incentive for all city government employees. Officials are working to release the funds before December 24. Read the latest updates.
DPWH Sec. Vince Dizon commits to proper project implementation despite a P351.7B budget cut. Savings from cost standardization realigned to PhilHealth, disaster fund. Read more.
Traffic in Cebu and Mandaue cities reaches critical levels due to Christmas rush, extended school calendars, and Sinulog prep. Officials warn of worsening conditions until Dec 23. Plan your trips.
The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines welcomes the first-ever livestream of bicameral budget talks as a transparency win. It urges lawmakers to build strong public institutions over political patronage. Read more.
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.
Mandaue City is overhauling its investment code to boost competitiveness & attract jobs in EVs, data centers & manufacturing. Local chamber leads reforms amid national uncertainty.
Davao City has approved its 2026 Local School Board budget for public schools. The move comes as teachers renew calls for a monthly allowance, highlighting funding priorities and ongoing challenges in education.
Mandaue Vice Mayor Glenn Bercede highlights cooperation with Mayor Ouano and the City Council as the key to the city's development in a year-end reflection. Read how shared leadership is shaping the city's future.
Mandaue City's Business Permit Office reminds establishments to secure special permits for extended holiday operations. Mayor Ouano may form a monitoring team. Safety is the priority.
Lapu-Lapu City opts out of Sinulog 2026 to concentrate resources on hosting ASEAN 2026 events in January. Tourism chief explains the strategic decision.
The DBM commits to timely fund release for PhilHealth's P113B 2026 subsidy, the largest single-year investment for poor Filipinos' healthcare, backed by sin taxes and restored SC funds.
Bacolod City Council unanimously approves a P4.75 billion budget for 2026, a P300 million increase. Funds target health, social services, and revenue generation. Read the details.
Mandaue City Police Office intensifies patrols with 90% personnel deployment. Director PCol Cirilo Acosta Jr. details strategy for malls, schools, and key areas to deter crime.
Cebu City police and government agencies conducted an early morning walk-through of the new Sinulog 2026 solemn procession route, identifying open manholes and obstructions. Read about the security preparations.
Bayan Central Visayas criticizes Cebu lawmakers for securing P55.77B in DPWH funds, arguing it neglects hospitals, housing, and education. Read the full investigation.
Cebu City Council greenlights a P13.4 billion budget for 2026, prioritizing streamlined spending and manpower rationalization. Key allocations and amendments detailed.
Malacañang remains optimistic about achieving the 5.5%-6.5% GDP target for 2025 despite hurdles. Palace urges Congress to fast-track the 2026 budget to avoid a reenacted spending plan. Read the latest updates.
Mandaue City's 2026 budget is approved, focusing on digitalization and flood control. Discover the key projects and the city's P4.5-billion collection target.
Cebu City reduces Sinulog 2026 budget from P100M to P78M, reallocating funds for Typhoon Tino rehab. 37 contingents confirmed for parade. Mayor Archival vows a successful, cost-effective festival.
Cebu City Government unveils the official list of participants for Sinulog 2026. See which local and out-of-town contingents will compete in the grand festival.
Cebu City slashes its Sinulog 2026 budget to fund post-typhoon recovery. See how the festival will adapt with 37 confirmed contingents and a new focus.
Cebu City families criticize DTI's P500 Noche Buena budget as insufficient amid rising prices. Mothers call the recommendation an insult to poor families struggling with holiday expenses.
Cebu City residents criticize the DTI's P500 Noche Buena budget as insufficient for a traditional Christmas meal amid rising prices. Learn why families are calling the proposal 'insulting'.
Mayor Jonkie Ouano leads Mandaue City's Christmas lighting ceremony, transforming holiday lights into symbols of community strength following recent earthquake and typhoon challenges.
Mandaue City Mayor Jonkie Ouano leads Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, emphasizing resilience after recent disasters. Witness the festive Pasko sa Mandaue celebration!