Cebu, Mandaue sign agreement on river rehab program

CEBU CITY – The mayors of Cebu and Mandaue cities signed an agreement to rehabilitate two rivers that connect the two localities in an effort to address severe flooding.

Refurbished Cebu fish market to open soon

CEBU CITY – Local fish vendors will return to their old seafood trading hub but in a newly refurbished building in the coastal village of Suba, home to fresh seafood, said City market administrator Robert Barquilla.

Mayor wants learners stay in class, not home study

CEBU CITY – Mayor Michael Rama said students should remain in the classroom instead of sending them back to online classes in their homes following fears by local lawmakers that the rising summer heat would affect the learners.

Go Green Cebu!

CEBU CITY – The Cebu City government embarked on a massive greening and beautification project, marking the start of the capital’s efforts to pivot into a green, smart and livable place, and adopt a development similar to Singapore.

Cebu City wants ‘Compania Maritima’ back

CEBU CITY – Mayor Michael Rama vowed to defend the local government’s claim over the historical landmark Compania Maritima which he said should be placed under the management and control of the City rather than the Cebu Port Authority (CPA).

Environmentalists oppose Cebu incinerator deal

CEBU CITY - Environmentalists have opposed Mayor Mike Rama’s recent decision to enter into a waste-to-energy (WTE) joint venture agreement with New Energy Sky, Inc. saying the 40-year expensive and dirty waste management system is not the solution to its garbage problems.

Will Cebu be pilot area for voluntary use of face masks?

CEBU CITY – Cebuanos may choose not to wear facemasks outdoors following an executive order released by Mayor Mike Rama making it a voluntary act, except in hospitals, clinics and medical facilities.