Category: News

Flush out trolls; Governor urges residents to help fight against mosquitoes; MCDB wants school for traffic cops–Cebu News Digest for September 22, 2016.

This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, September 22, 2016.

BURN THEIR HABITAT. A media official suggested that to eliminate trolls, media companies may eliminate comment section. — **DON’T FEED THE TROLLS.** A media official suggested that to eliminate trolls, media companies may eliminate comment section.

Flush out trolls

In a forum on How to deal with online trolls, one of the activities of the Cebu Press Freedom Week celebration, a speaker said dealing with vicious comments by online trolls is a key challenge for news outlets. To deal with trolls, companies can consider retiring the comments section and shifting discussions to social platforms.

Trolls have become part of the conversation, whether we like it or not. People on social media deserve to air their comments, to be heard. Criticism is encouraged, but not to the point of hurting others. Nini Cabero, Sun.Star Network Exchange editor-in-chief.

Read: Sun.Star Cebu: Let online media be a sphere for consensus, not a toilet bowl for excrement.

Cebu Daily News: Trolls a challenge to true freedom of speech.

Worry about dengue, not Zika

After DOH confirmed the first case of the local transmission of the Zika virus, Gov. Hilario Davide III ordered a clean up drive against chikungunya, dengue fever and Zika, which is all carried by the same mosquito type. Though a DOH official clarified that the Zika virus is only dangerous to pregnant women as it has an effect on the fetus, the agency is still pushing for a clean-up drive to battle the diseases, including dengue, which remains the most dangerous form of mosquito-born disease.

Dengue remains the most dangerous. For quite a long time, we did not have a panic or scare. Don’t be scared of Zika because it’s mild. Dengue has a vaccine…We’re asking everyone, especially in our homes, to please throw away empty containers that may accumulate water. Include in your cleaning all your downspouts, kitchen pit traps and restrooms...DOH Region 7 director Dr. Jaime Bernadas.

Read: Sun.Star Cebu: Cebu Province, DOH to conduct clean-up drive vs. mosquitoes.

Cebu Daily News: Cebu City Health department to put up preventive measures vs. Zika.

Metro Cebu Board wants school for traffic enforcers

The Metro Cebu Development and Coordinating Board and Tesda 7 will create the Metro Cebu Traffic Enforcement Academy, an agency that hopes to professionalize traffic enforcement in Metro Cebu. The MCTEA is expected to start with its first batch next year and unlike the present job-order traffic enforcers, the graduates of the school will have benefits and will have a chance of becoming regular employees of the LGU.

We all know that most traffic enforcers in Metro Cebu are job order employees and they do not enjoy the full benefits required by law. We want to make sure that as we move forward, our efforts on traffic regulations and enforcements are well-coordinated. People don’t see boundaries anymore, whether it’s Mandaue, Cebu City or Lapu-Lapu. Everybody considers it as one Cebu in terms of traffic problems. Lynn GLoria Madrona of the MCDCCB.

Read: Cebu Daily News: Metro Cebu hopes to improve standard of traffic management with school for enforcers.

Freeman: School for traffic enforcers sought for Metro Cebu

Other Cebu News.

➤ Sun.Star Cebu: Government officials urges local media to report on ‘poor brothers and sisters’

➤ Sun.Star Cebu: Labella urges executive branch to include welfare of animals in closure plan for zoo

➤ Sun.Star Cebu: Seek Council OK before dealing with CPA

➤ Sun.Star Cebu: Big-time pusher falls in shootout with Toledo police

➤ The Freeman: Task force nab ship with sharks

➤ The Freeman: Private individuals who are Tomas allies and issue public documents may be guilty of usurpation of authority

➤ Cebu Daily News: Only registered Mandaue City residents can avail of relocation

➤ Cebu Daily News: Students revisit Martial Law era to avoid revisionism

➤ Cebu Daily News: Ombudsman dismisses sea marshalls’ complaint vs. Sta. Fe mayor

➤ Cebu Daily News: Alcover urges Mining Board to probe quarrying in city barangays

Cebu Business News

➤ Sun.Star Cebu: DTI official assures latest Duterte tirade won’t affect EU-PH relations

➤ Sun.Star Cebu: Tsunieshi unveils hybrid cars in Balamban

➤ Cebu Daily News: Demand grows for innovative architectural designs

Cebu Sports News

➤ The Freeman: Emils ball club boosts Macrohon fiesta

➤ Sun.Star Cebu: Cebuana confident of winning medal in world poomsae event

➤ Cebu Daily News: Cebu press workers hold Press Freedom Run

Cebu Opinion

➤ The Freeman Editorial: Most workshops are nothing but junkets

➤ Sun.Star Cebu: Zoos may be a prison but animals shouldn’t be treated as junk yard items

➤ Cebu Daily News: Why is it necessary to rebuild Cebu Medical Center

➤ Cherry Ballescas: Never forget what happened in Martial Law

➤ Josephus Jimenez: US-PH relations not perfect, but US stood by us

➤ Bobit Avila: De Lima exposed as a narco-politician

➤ Jojo Bersales: Why the Marcos dictatorship failed

➤ Publio Briones: Closure may bode well for Cebu City zoo

➤ Bong Wenceslao: What caused de Lima’s downfall?

➤ Pachico Seares: Recognize and act on danger of ‘recurring Martial Law’

➤ Frank Malilong: Despite numerous arrests, why do people still make bomb jokes?

News

Gunmen hits 3-year-old in the leg in shooting attempt at pusher; DOH confirms Zika case in Cebu; Cebu City implements new garbage scheme–Cebu News Digest for September 21, 2016.

This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, September 21, 2016.

POLICE PROMISE. This file foto shows police checking on a victim of one of the shooting incidents in Cebu. The police has promised to probe the case of a 3-year-old girl in Consolacion, who was hit when gunmen opened fire on a suspected pusher.

Gunmen hits 3-year-old in Consolacion drive by shooting

Three assailants on a motorcycle hit a suspected drug pusher and a three-year-old during a shooting incident in Consolacion. Michael Molina was hit several times while standing near a barbecue stand during the assualt and is now in critical condition during the Monday night assault. The three-year-old girl was hit in the leg and was admitted to the Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center, where the slug was removed.

There are no vigilantes in town…His relatives told me that he went back to the illegal drug trade. He did not listen to their advice. Consolacion police chief Senior Insp. William Homoc.

Read: Sun.Star Cebu: 3 assailants hit confessed pusher, 3-year-old in Consolacion.

Cebu Daily News: Child gets hit in the leg in drive-by shooting in Consolacion

News

TV5 Cebu workers lose jobs; Cebuana Olympian loses spot in national team; Another family-run cyberporn operation discovered in Cordova–Cebu News Digest for September 9, 2016.

This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, September 9, 2016.

GOODBYE. TV5 journalists surprise their viewers after announcing the telecast last September 8 was to be their last. (Photo from Glen Soco's Facebook page) — GOODBYE. TV5 journalists surprise their viewers after announcing the telecast last September 8 was to be their last. (Photo from Glen Soco’s Facebook page)

Cebu journalists mull case after Aksyon Bisaya closure

AKSYON Bisaya aired their last episode yesterday due to cost-cutting measures of TV 5. Reporter LEsley Caminade-Vestil said Aksyon Bisaya was dissolved but the reporters will still gather breaking news for their national broadcast. There was also no termination of services but an offer of separation of benefits.

Another TV5 staff, who requested anonymity, told Sun.Star Cebu they are thinking of filing a complaint against the management before the Department of Labore and Employment as they suspect the move of the management was done to avoid complying with President Rodrigo Duterte’s order to end contractualization. Downsizing meant TV5 management won’t have to hire them as regular employees.

It was so sudden that I feel for the employees. Glen Soco, TV 5 news anchor.

Read: Sun.Star Cebu: TV5 staff mulls labor case against management.

News

Sue Stinky Cebu City; Reporter accuses Lapu police of threatening him; USC eyes rehab of Tejero creek

Post author By MyCebu
Post date September 8, 2016
No Comments on Sue Stinky Cebu City; Reporter accuses Lapu police of threatening him; USC eyes rehab of Tejero creek

This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, September 8, 2016.

Stinky Cebu? Sue City Hall

AN official of the Department of Environment nad Natural Resources told residents and businessmen affected by the stench of the Inayawan landfill that they can sue the CEbu City government for violating Republict Act 9003 or the Ecological Solid Waste Management ACt of 2001.

Engr. Marco Andrew Silveron, chief of the Solid Waste Management Section of EMB 7, said RA 9003 requires LGUs to implement solid waste management programs and the closure of open dumpsites.

If residents living there are affected by the dumpsite’s operations, they have the right to file a complaint against the LGU if they fail to implement the law. Engr. Marco Andrew Silveron.

Read: Sun.Star Cebu: DENR says residents can sue Cebu City for violating law on open dumpsite.

Cebu Daily News: Labella to seek new, cheaper deal with private landfill in Consolacion.

News

Cebu now Stinky City of the South; Dawn fire kills 3 in Mandaue; Davide, Garcia exchange charges over provincial jail–Cebu News Digest for September 2, 2016.

This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today September 2, 2016.

WELCOME TO THE STINKY CITY OF THE SOUTH. Students of UC use face mask to ward off the foul stench of the Inayawan dumpsite. (Foto from Nuel Crucio's Facebook page) — WELCOME TO THE STINKY CITY OF THE SOUTH. Students of UC use face mask to ward off the foul stench of the Inayawan dumpsite. (Foto from Nuel Crucio’s Facebook page)

Stinky dumpsite leads to 60 percent drop in sales

RESIDENTS, students and workers near the reopened Inayawan landfill are complaining of the foul smell of the dumpsite. With Cebu City councilors still debating on the dump site operations, members of the business community have sought the help of Presidential Assistant for the Visayas Michael Dino, who will raise the matter with the Department of Environment. Businessmen reported a 60 percent slide in sales when the dumpsite reopened.

I know it’s really bad. But you know, the anapog (limestone) will help. But the council is sitting on that because the council wants us to spend P20 million a month to help the Consolacion dumpsite. I will not help them. We’re not going to clsoe it. We’re going to try to mitigate the smell. They will spray it. Cebu City mayor Tomas Osmena.

I will probably deliver a privilege speech or I will file a reso immediate closure of the landfill but I’ll give them 15 days to look for another alternative kung aha ilabay. Cebu City Councilor Joel Garganera.

Read: Cebu Daily News: Tomas blames Council for sitting on ‘anti-stench’ solution for stinky dumpsite.

Sun.Star Cebu: Osmena cites P20 million monthly expenses in reopening of Inayawan dumpsite.

Freeman: UC students wear masks to battle Inayawan stench.

News

War on crime a boost for tourism; BPI says sorry for confusing notice; Bully cop finally surrenders–Cebu News Digest for August 31, 2016.

This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, August 31.

SAFE DESTINATION. While acknowledging that the war on drugs has led to mixed reviews abroad, local tourism players say it also promotes the Philippines as a safe destination.

Reduced crime rate a boost to tourism industry

THOUGH the Philippines maybe getting mixed reviews on its intensified war on drugs, tourism stakeholders say the reduction of the crime rate will boost the country’s image as a safe destination.

Efren Belarmino of Plantation Bay and Jonathan Aldeguer of the Island Groups say tourists put a premium on safety when they choose their destinations and an intensified campaign by the police force will make the tourists feel secured. However, another industry player says the killings will leave a negative impression on the country.

The fact that crime rate is down by at least 40 percent should be reassuring enough that the Philippines today is becoming safer and safer to visit. Now how the local and international media interprets drug-related killings will be critical. Right now, we are getting mixed reviews abroad. Generally however, I feel that peace and order will be more evident under this administration in the next few months and will surely be a big boost to tourism. Jonathan Jay Aldeguer of the Islands Group.

Somehow, these extrajudicial killings have an impact on international tourism. Killings, no matter how good the intention, always leave a negative impression. Cebu Association Tour Operators president Edilberto Mendoza Jr.

Read: Sun.Star Cebu: Reduced crime rate a big boost to local tourism industry.

News

Son of former Maasin City mayor nabbed in Cebu drug bust; Alcover files 4 charges vs. Tomas; Lapu-Lapu puts up jobs program for drug users–Cebu News Digest for August 25, 2016.

This is the roundup of stories and columns that came out in local publications today, August 25, 2016.

NEW TUNE. Roderic Espina, who reportedly bragged to hotel staff of his connection to Kerwin Espinosa, cries and cites marital differences as his reason for staying in a pension inn, where he was arrested for drugs. (Photo from Kevin Lagunda's twitter account) — NEW TUNE. Roderic Espina, who reportedly bragged to hotel staff of his connection to Kerwin Espinosa, cries and cites marital differences as his reason for staying in a pension inn, where he was arrested for drugs. (Photo from Kevin Lagunda’s twitter account)

Son of former Maasin City mayor brags about Kerwin connection, gets nabbed

Cebu cops scored another big time pusher after nabbing Roderic James Palermo Espina, the son of former Maasin City mayor Edgarino Espina and a suspected cohort of drug lordo n the run KErwin Espinsoa. Kerwin is the son of current Albuera Leyte mayor Rolando. Chief Supt. Noli Talino of the PRO 7 said Espina reportedly smuggled drugs into Cebu and has been paying P20,000 a month since February to stay in a pension house.

Management at the inn started suspecting Espina after he refused staff to clean his room and after he bragged that he knew Espinosa, who has been on the run since being named by Duterte.

The police got information from someone and we verified it. And then Bingo! We got him…Kerwin’s cohorts transfer from one place to another so that the police would have a hard time tracking their whereabouts. It’s possible some of them are hiding in Cebu from Leytel;. WE were supposed to conduct a drug bust operation. But he opened the door and there were contraband found inside his room. Of course, the police can arrest him. PRO 7 director Chief Supt. Noli Talino.

Read: Cebu Daily News: Loose lip lands son of former mayor in jail.

Sun.Star Cebu: Suspicious management seeks help of cops on client who bragged about Kerwin connection

Freeman: Careless pusher falls in drug bust in Lorega inn.

News

Tomas visits PNP; Soldiers needed in Cebu; Two ex-department heads reassigned to City jail–Cebu News Digest for August 23, 2016.

This is the roundup of stories that came out in local publications today, August 23, 2016.

TOMAS AND HIS COLONELS. Cebu City mayor Tomas Osmena with Colonels Red Derilo and George Ylanan, whose transfers led to a souring of his relationship with the PNP heirarchy. (Photo from Tomas Osmena's FB page) — TOMAS AND HIS COLONELS. Cebu City mayor Tomas Osmena with Colonels Red Derilo and George Ylanan, whose transfers led to a souring of his relationship with the PNP heirarchy. (Photo from Tomas Osmena’s FB page)

Is Tomas rift with PNP over?

There seems to be a thawing in the testy relationship between the local police and the Cebu City mayor after Tomas Osmena dropped by the regional headquarters for a brief visit during the 115th Police Service Anniversary celebration.
Osmena withdrew his support from the local police after some personnel were reassigned without him getting informed and in return, the National Police Commission stripped him of his authority over police matters.

I consider him as a friend. It’s a good sign na nagpunta siya dito. Kahit ako imbitahin niya ako pupunta naman ako. PRO 7 director Chief Supt. Noli Talino.

Osmena did not stay for the speech of Presidential Assistant Michael Dino, who said President Duterte is aware of the conflict between the local police and Tomas.

You are worried because more than 50 firearms were withdrawn. Worry no more as President Duterte has instructed to give Cebu City’s police force a number of firearms. President Assistant for the Visayas Michael Dino.

Read: Sun.Star Cebu: Tomas drops by PNP 7 office but misses Dino’s speech on DU30 giving local cop more firearms

Cebu Daily News: Tomas visits PRO 7 HQ but informs Talino he can’t attend ceremony at PRO 7 HQ

Freeman: Presidential assistant assures Cebu cops that Duterte will take care of their needs

News

Cebu Gov. Davide in “honor” list of governors helping government fight drugs

Post author By MyCebu
Post date August 22, 2016
No Comments on Cebu Gov. Davide in “honor” list of governors helping government fight drugs

Cebu Gov. Hilario Davide III is among the 10 governors to be recognized by the Duterte administration for helping the government in the fight against drugs.

Interior Secretary Ismael Sueno submitted the list to President Duterte, according to a Philippine Daily Inquirer report. The list was submitted “ahead of President Duterte’s plan to name in public the second batch of elected officials, judges and policemen with alleged links to the narcotics trade,” the report said.

The governors who will be recognized along with Davide are Governors Imee Marcos of Ilocos Norte, Faustino Dy III of Isabela, Junie Cua of Quirino, Jose Alvarez of Palawan, Eduardo Firmalo of Romblon, Alfredo Marañon of Negros Occidental, Edgardo Chatto of Bohol, Daisy Avance-Fuentes of South Cotabato and Ma. Angelica Rosedell Amante-Matba of Agusan del Norte.

Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar confirmed to the Philippine Daily Inquirer that Sueno had submitted the list to Malacañang.

Sueno said the governors were chosen by the DILG in a 3-stage screening process that started with 41 names that were trimmed to 25 before the 10 were picked. In choosing the 10, an official told the screeners, “When in doubt, don’t give any recommendation at all.”

Tags Hilario Davide III

News

Inayawan dumpsite raises health alarm; LTFRB 7, LTO 7 heads hope to keep jobs; Some PWDs fail to get cash aid–Cebu News Digest for August 22, 2016.

CASE. Cebu City councilor Joel Garganera plans to file a case against DENR officials for failing to act on the complaints of residents of Inayawan. (Photo from Joel Garganera's FB account)

This is the roundup of top Cebu news stories today, August 22, 2016.

Inayawan dumpsite brings trouble to residents

Residents in Inayawan have reported the unusual presence of large flies and repulsive smell since the dumpsite was reopened. The smell, the residents suspect, may be due to the reaction of the garbage to the chemicals dumped in the area.

It is extremely unpleasant and hurts my nostrils every time I breath. It was like someone poured painful acid through my nose and throat. It really hurts and sometimes, it can trigger headaches. Inayawan resident Cheryl Oquimas.

We all know that the landfill has reached its maximum capacity, so why still throw our garbage there? I’m really worried about the halth of people living nearby, especially the children. Angie, Inayawan resident.

Read: Cebu Daily News: Residents cite health hazards in reopening of Inayawan dumpsite.

Cebu Daily News: Inayawan odor drives away clients of restaurant in SRP

Despite blanket dismissal, regional heads of LTFRB, LTO want to stay

AFTER President Rodrigo Duterte issued a blanket dismissal on all presidential appointees, especially in the LTFRB and LTO, the regional heads are hoping the steps they have undertaken to fight corruption is enough to keep them in their jobs. Duterte called out the two agencies as the most corrupt and said all appointees should consider themselves fired.

For transactions like franchise renewal, we now strictly require the operators themselves to personally file their applications. If they are unable to do so, only their immediate family members or legal counsel may represent them. Lastly, we are tightly monitoring the individual performance of our personnel to ensure that they comply with office rules and regulations on punctuality and efficiency. LTFRB 7 head Ahmed Cuizon.

Read: Sun.Star Cebu: LTO and LTRFB regional heads hope to keep jobs.

Cebu Daily News: Defiant ‘corrupt’ agencies earn Digong’s ire.

Freeman: LTFRB 7 head waits for order regarding relief.

Confusion leads to delayed cash aid

Confusion over the distribution of cash aid led to 160 PWDs failing to get their cash aid from City Hall during the distribution last Sunday. Duljo-Fatima Gender and Development officer Reynate Langi said most of the PWDs in their barangay lined up as early as 5:30 a.m. but failed to get their cash aid.

If it weren’t for the news, we’d never know. We were told that the barangay mayor’s office is in charge now. Duljo-Fatima GAD point person Reynante Langi.

It’s the barangay personnel who told the PWDs that the activity was cancelled. They misled the PWDs because the point person is no longer incumbent. You already know why. DSWS officer-in-charge Lea Japson.

Read: Sun.Star Cebu: Change in distribution delays cash aid to PWDs.

Cebu Daily News: DSWS head accused Duljo Fatima official of sabotaging aid for PWDs

Other Cebu News

» Sun.Star Cebu: San Nicolas fire destroys homes of 32 families

» Sun.Star Cebu: PUJ drivers who will be displaced by BRT to get free training from Tesda

» Sun.Star Cebu: Local congressmen differ on postponement of SK elections

» Sun.Star Cebu: Cebuanos differ on Ninoy’s legacy

» Sun.Star Cebu: Lapu-Lapu cops nab 4 with P2.3M shabu in bust

» Sun.Star Cebu: Minglanilla warns of heavy traffic in fiesta celebration

» The Freeman: Residents discover headless corpse in Lapu-Lapu

» The Freeman: Peter Lim denies link to Kerwin Espinosa, blasts Albuerta cop chief

» The Freeman: DOH 7 to open drug rehab program in September

» Cebu Daily News: Lapu cop hunts shabu supplier who escaped bust

» Cebu Daily News: Rough sea delays vessel’s docking by 3 hours