San Juan City Mayor and Metro Manila Council (MMC) President Francis Zamora announced on Tuesday, Dec. 13, that the council's plan to introduce a standardized traffic citation system will be finalized next year. During the launch of its smart TVs and fiber optic internet connection in the 13 public...
In time for her birthday, Makati City Mayor Abby Binay, together with other city government officials, held an ocular inspection of the city's highly anticipated Makati Life Medical Center on Monday, Dec. 12, as the facility is set to soon roll out its primary care services. "I wanted to see how...
The San Juan City local government officially announced that it has already accomplished its promise of installing smart TVs and free fiber optic internet connection to its 13 public schools and pledged to improve its efforts in ensuring the quality of education of its youth. Photo from Patrick...
The Muntinlupa City government, led by Mayor Ruffy Biazon, distributed rice to senior citizens and fishermen as Christmas gifts. Biazon said the distribution of rice to senior citizens in different barangays started on Dec. 12. Muntinlupa Mayor Ruffy Biazon (left) gives rice to a fisherman (top)...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has designated former Piddig, Ilocos Norte mayor Eduardo Guillen as the acting administrator of the National Irrigation Administration (NIA). Former Piddig mayor Eduardo Guillen (Photo courtesy of the DA) Malacañang confirmed that Guillen took his oath as...
The Mandaluyong City government distributed a total of 350,000 Pamaskong Handog boxes to residents as part of its efforts in spreading the spirit of Christmas amid the social and economic issues the country is going through. Mandaluyong City Mayor Ben Abalos, along with Vice Mayor Mechie Abalos and...
Parañaque City Mayor Eric Olivarez urged his constituents, especially new voters, to register for the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections that are scheduled on October 30 next year. Olivarez made the call on Saturday, Dec. 10, after he received the schedule of voters’ registration from...
Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto and Vice Mayor Robert "Dodot" Jaworski Jr. urged the nursing board passers of the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Pasig (PLP) to lend their expertise and services to the local government amid the in-demand offers for Filipino nurses abroad. In a testimonial ceremony for the...
Makati City Mayor Abby Binay voiced her support for the creation of programs and reforms aimed at ensuring the protection of women and children against discrimination and violence. Binay made the statement during the #RightsforAll: Rights for Equality Forum on Women's Rights organized by SPARK...
Why does Pasig City conduct its annual "Pamaskong Handog" holiday gift bag distribution? It's to bring joy to Pasigueños during the holidays, help the local government implement data-driven governance, and strengthen inclusivity in the city. Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto shared these reasons in a...
The Makati City local government was once again cited for its disaster risk reduction initiatives as the city continues to develop new ways in not just protecting the lives of its residents, but also in sharing its disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) efforts with other regions in the...
TACLOBAN CITY – Carigara, Leyte Mayor Eduardo Ong Jr. announced the passing of his father, former Mayor and incumbent Vice Mayor Eduardo "Boy" Cañega Ong Sr., at the age of 66. ONG SR. (FB) "It is with deep sorrow that we inform you about the demise of former Carigara Mayor (now) Vice...