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BARICUATRO BACKS ‘TRABAHO PARA SA BAYAN’ PLAN

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro expressed support for the regional launch of the Trabaho Para sa Bayan (TPB) Plan 2025–2034 of the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development Central Visayas (DEPDev 7) held at the Level 1 Atrium of Robinsons Galleria Cebu.“We recognize that employment is not just about numbers — it is about dignity, opportunity, […]

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BONG GO SENDS AID TO DISPLACED CEBU WORKERS

Senator Bong Go dispatched his team to extend additional aid to displaced workers in Carcar City, Cebu. Held at Barangay Perrelos Gym in the city, 480 displaced workers received shirts, pens, fans, and balls from Go’s team. To strengthen worker protection nationwide, the veteran legislator filed Senate Bill No. 177. Under the proposed measure, the […]

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SEIZURE OF P20M ILLEGAL CIGARETTES IN CEBU LAUDED

Cebu Governor Pam Baricuatro commended the coordinated efforts of police and partner government agencies that led to the seizure of an estimated ₱20 million worth of illicit cigarettes in Barangay Poblacion, Santander, Cebu, and directed law enforcement to pursue the remaining individual involved and sustain intensified operations against all forms of smuggling in the province. […]

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PRC GIVES P8.3M CASH AID TO CEBU QUAKE VICTIMS

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) distributed ₱8.3 million worth of cash assistance to 1,083 families in Barangays San Miguel, Calambua, and Tacup in San Remegio, Cebu to help them address their immediate needs after the 6.9-magnitude earthquake.The event was led by PRC Secretary General Dr. Gwendolyn Pang and attended by several guests and local officials, […]

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BOC SEIZES AGARWOOD WORTH P8M IN CEBU

In support of the Marcos administration’s drive to strengthen border security, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) continues to take decisive action against illicit trade intercepting five (5) packages of misdeclared Agarwood weighing approximately 11.21 kilograms and valued at ₱8,407,500 at a warehouse facility in Lapu-Lapu City, through the Port of Cebu – Subport of Mactan […]

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DTI CHECKS PRICE FREEZE COMPLIANCE IN CEBU

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina Roque reported stable prices and adequate supply of basic necessities in Cebu City after leading market inspections recently. The initiative was part of the agency’s intensified nationwide monitoring efforts following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s declaration of a state of national calamity due to Typhoons Tino and Uwan. […]

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FRASCO: CEBU REMAINS OPEN TO TOURISTS

The Department of Tourism (DOT) reassures international travel partners that Cebu remains open for tourism. While recent events—including Super Typhoon Uwan, widespread flooding from Typhoon Tino, and the magnitude 6.9 earthquake off the coast of Bogo City—caused localized impacts, core tourism zones and gateways are operational. “Your continued visits sustain jobs, restore livelihoods, and help […]

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BONG GO SENDS AID TO CEBU TYPHOON VICTIMS

Amid the onslaught of Typhoon Tino in Cebu Province, Senator Bong Go, through his Malasakit Team, extended assistance to hundreds of beneficiaries from various sectors including solo parents and persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Pinamungajan, Cebu. Go’s Malasakit Team coordinated with Congresswoman Girlie Veloso of the Malasakit and Bayanihan Partylist and Pinamungajan Mayor Glenn Baricuatro […]

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ERWIN TULFO: NO DISCRIMINATION IN CEBU TINO AID

Senate Social Justice Committee Chairman Erwin Tulfo called on the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to ensure that the victims of Typhoon Tino receive the appropriate amount of government assistance amid reported complaints of discrimination in Cebu. “Nakakalungkot at nakakagalit ang mga balitang may mga mislabeling na ginawa ang ibang mga barangay personnel […]

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MANILA CITY GOV’T DONATES P1M TO TINO-HIT CEBU

Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso extended the city government’s solidarity with the people of Cebu and other areas hit by Typhoon Tino, announcing a ₱1 million donation to the provincial government and urging residents to contribute to relief efforts. In a Facebook Live address, Domagoso expressed sympathy for the victims of Typhoon Tino, which […]