The Valenzuela City Government was recognized by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) for its innovation-driven approach to local governance, earning a Special Citation in the 2025 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit Awards. Mayor Weslie “Wes” Gatchalian personally...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso appealed to the public to never hurt firemen and other emergency responders during emergency operations after two fire volunteers were assaulted by some residents during a fire in Barangay 650, Port Area, Manila, last Oct. 17. Domagoso made the...
The Mandaluyong City local government gave due recognition to five Traffic and Parking Management Department (TPMD) traffic enforcers for the successful arrest of one of five men who were caught stealing electric cables and light bulbs along Boni Avenue Tunnel. Mandaluyong City Mayor Menchie Abalos...
Stressing disaster preparedness must start in the community, Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso tasked the chairmen of the city 's 100 zones to come up with their respective community-based preparedness plans and hold regular disaster preparedness exercises to ensure the safety of...
CEBU CITY – He is out of public office but legal issues continued to hound him. Former Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama has been found guilty by the Office of the Ombudsman of oppression or grave abuse of authority for what the anti-graft court described as “cruel and excessive” reassignment of...
The Navotas City government has issued an advisory on road closures, cemetery regulations, and safety reminders in preparation for the observance of Undas 2025, to ensure an orderly and peaceful visit to local cemeteries. According to the Public Information Office (PIO), Gov. A. Pascual Street will...
DAVAO CITY – Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte defended the Office of the Vice President following allegations by a businessman over the supposed misuse of confidential and intelligence funds. Makati Business Club Executive Director Apa Ongpin has accused Vice President Sara Duterte of misusing...
ILOILO CITY – Rep. Raoul Manuel of Kabataan party-list has urged the Iloilo City government to mount an all-out crusade against corruption. “If we are serious about promoting good governance, honesty and transparency should apply to everyone — whether they are allies or critics,” said Rep....
ZAMBOANGA CITY – Authorities arrested two of the three suspects behind the murder of a village official in Basilan province on Tuesday, police said. Basilan police director Col. Cerrazid Umabong identified the two arrested suspects as Toh Lalung Acalul, 41, and Delpi Suratan, 32, both residents...
ZAMBOANGA CITY – Major Gen. Donald M. Gumiran was formally installed as 21st commander of the Armed Forces Western Mindanao Command during a ceremony in Camp Basilio Navarro here on Monday, Oct. 20. Armed Forces Chief of Staff Gen. Romeo S. Brawner Jr. presided over the event. "I fully embrace...
San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora, together with Land Transportation Office (LTO) Asec. Markus Lacanilao led the launch of the agency 's newest district office in San Juan City on Tuesday, Oct. 21, promising a more efficient and streamlined delivery of LTO services to San Juaneños. Land...
The Malabon City government on Monday, Oct. 20, held a coordination meeting with local government departments in preparation for All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day. According to the data from the Malabon Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), around 75,928 individuals were...
