Cebu Gov't Employees Set for P55K Holiday Bonus
Over 1,000 Cebu provincial employees could get bonuses up to P55,000 this Christmas. The supplemental budget will be discussed on December 22. Read the details.
Over 1,000 Cebu provincial employees could get bonuses up to P55,000 this Christmas. The supplemental budget will be discussed on December 22. Read the details.
Regular employees of Cebu Province will receive up to P55,000 in holiday incentives, while Mandaue City approves a P5,000 SRI. Learn the details and release dates here.
Regular employees of Cebu Provincial Government may receive up to P55,000 in bonuses this Christmas. Release expected after December 25. Read the full story.
The Pampanga Provincial Government provides P2,000 cash, rice, and food packs to 4,281 patients battling serious illnesses. Governor Lilia Pineda leads the aid distribution to ease financial burdens.
Gov. Pamela Baricuatro establishes Cebu People's Action Center via executive order, criticizing the Provincial Board's budget cut. The move aims to enhance community service, especially during emergencies.
Governor Baricuatro's office injects P75 million into CP-Gifts to settle unpaid stipends for Cebu scholars. Officials promise payments by early 2026 and vow stricter monitoring. Read the full story.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro criticizes the Provincial Board for removing the P14-million budget for CPAC, a key service delivery program. Read about the legal clash and its impact on public service.
Negros Occidental's provincial board greenlights P85 million in Service Recognition Incentive and gratuity pay for employees. Bacolod City also approves similar benefits, aiming for pre-Christmas release.
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 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.
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.
Cebu City Council approves two new ordinances to combat contraband smuggling and drone deliveries in jails. Stricter penalties and a 100-meter no-fly zone aim to enhance BJMP facility security.
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.
Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Cindi Chan vows strict enforcement of noise ordinances against late-night videoke and public drinking after repeated complaints. Residents urged to report violations via barangay or 911.
Cebu City Councilor Michelle Abella-Cellona endorses an ordinance to partner with private firms for waterway cleanup, offering tax credits. A response to severe 2025 flooding.
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.
Mayor Cindi Chan orders strict enforcement of noise and public drinking laws in Lapu-Lapu City. Residents urged to report violations via 911. Crackdown includes 'bora-bora' mufflers.
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.
Cebu City Police rescued nearly 300 minors in a curfew operation and seized drugs. Oplan Bakal Sita also reinstated to curb shootings. Read the full report on the city's safety drive.
Mandaue City plans a new ordinance to map all high-risk zones and identify potential victims before calamities strike. Learn how this aims to speed up aid delivery.
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.