Baguio moves to address tourism decline
Baguio City finalizes an economic continuity plan after a sharp drop in tourist arrivals linked to Middle East fuel disruptions, with Mayor Benjamin Magalong…
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Magalong invites tourists as Baguio arrivals dip
Baguio Mayor Benjamin Magalong urges tourists to visit during Holy Week as arrivals drop 30–40%. Enjoy cooler 9° weather, lighter traffic during Panagbenga,…
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Baguio named UN disaster resiliency hub
Baguio City earns recognition from the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction as a Resiliency Hub, becoming the second LGU in the Philippines to receive the…
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Baguio eyes fuel subsidy for PUV drivers amid rising pump prices
Baguio City is considering fuel subsidies for PUV drivers as pump prices rise, with Mayor Benjamin Magalong also warning fuel firms against hoarding and…
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Magalong rules out 2028 run, rejects Duterte tandem talk
Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong dismisses 2028 election rumors, focusing on youth advocacy and good governance post-term, distancing himself from a…
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Baguio intensifies fight against online sexual exploitation of children
Baguio City launches a new manual to guide responders in preventing and addressing online sexual abuse and exploitation of children.
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People Power 40 concert to push anti-graft advocacy
Mayors for Good Governance and Kaya Natin! to stage People Power 40 concert on 21 February at Quezon Memorial Circle to promote transparency and intensify the…
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Magalong eyes cable transport system for Baguio commuters
Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong says the city is working with DOTr and DPWH on a proposed cable transport system for commuters, while also expressing…
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Magalong, Palace clash over DoH raps
Magalong also criticized the slow progress of the hospital’s construction, alleging that the workmanship appears substandard.
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Palace rebuts Magalong criticism of DOH, guarantee letters
Malacañang spokesperson Claire Castro responded to Baguio Mayor Benjamin Magalong’s criticism of the DOH and guarantee letters, defending Health Secretary Ted…
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Magalong flags alleged ‘ghost projects,’ overpricing at DOH
Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong flags alleged “ghost projects,” delayed supplies, and possible overpricing of medical equipment at the Department of Health.
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Magalong urges tourists to use common sense vs scams
Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong warns tourists to stay vigilant against accommodation scams as Panagbenga draws thousands of visitors, urging bookings only…
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Magalong disputes DoH claim on guarantee letters
'We need to present the truth and the actual situation in hospitals so these problems can be addressed properly.'
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Many still need guarantee letters for zero hospital bills — Magalong
Baguio Mayor Magalong says local government support is still needed for patients under the Zero Balance Billing policy, despite national claims of full…
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Magalong calls for renewed anti-corruption push in 2026
Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong calls for a renewed anti-corruption drive in 2026, warning that dishonest officials have become bolder as corruption…
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Magalong urges business community to join Baguio’s post-#UwanPH cleanup drive
Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong appealed to the business sector to support cleanup and rehabilitation efforts after Super Typhoon Uwan, citing limited city…
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(H)inde-pendent
While Magalong was not made its chair, it was more than good enough for us — and, it seemed, many Filipinos — that he was appointed its ‘special adviser and…
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