Tag: garbage collection
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Zamboanga City Enhances Waste Management with New Fleet of Dump Trucks
Zamboanga City has taken a significant step forward in improving its waste management system by introducing the first set of 10 new dump trucks. This initiative, part of a larger PHP59-million investment, was launched on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, with the aim of enhancing garbage collection services across various barangays. Mayor John Dalipe officiated the…
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Carcar City Triumphs at Sinulog Grand Festival 2025, Secures Triple Crown
Carcar City, celebrated for its chicharon, clinched a remarkable victory at the Sinulog Grand Festival 2025, dominating the Sinulog-based category with wins in street dancing, ritual showdown, and musicality. The festival, held on January 19, 2025, saw Carcar City outperform 47 other contingents, earning them a total of PHP4 million in prize money for their…
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Manila Gathers 382 Metric Tons of Waste During Jesus Nazareno Feast
In the wake of the annual Feast of the Jesus Nazareno, the city of Manila successfully managed to collect a staggering 382 metric tons of garbage. The cleanup efforts, which spanned from January 8 to January 10, were highlighted by Mayor Honey Lacuna as a significant achievement, with the total volume of waste reaching 1,138…
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Leonel Waste Management Denies Abandoning Duties Amidst Manila’s Holiday Waste Surge
Leonel Waste Management Corporation has firmly rejected accusations from the Manila city government that it neglected its garbage collection responsibilities during the holiday season. The company insists that it continued its services until the end of its contract on December 31, 2024, despite the city owing them over PHP561 million. In a statement released on…
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Manila Waste Firm Rejects Claims of Neglecting Duties, Highlights City’s Growing Debt
In Manila, Leonel Waste Management Corporation has firmly rejected accusations from the city government that it abandoned its waste collection responsibilities during the holiday season. The company insists that it has been diligent in its duties despite the city owing them over PHP561 million. Leonel stated that they informed their employees on December 23, 2024,…
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Manila Vows to Penalize Former Garbage Collector for Neglecting Duties During Holidays
The city of Manila has pledged to take action against its former waste management company, Leonel Waste Management Corporation, for failing to collect garbage during the festive season. Mayor Honey Lacuna expressed her frustration over the company’s abandonment of its responsibilities, which coincided with a significant increase in waste due to holiday celebrations. ‘I will…
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Manila Vows to Penalize Former Garbage Collector for Holiday Neglect
The city of Manila has pledged to take action against its former garbage collection contractor, Leonel Waste Management Corporation, for failing to fulfill its obligations during the recent holiday season. Mayor Honey Lacuna expressed her frustration over the company’s abandonment of duties at a time when waste volumes surged by 400% due to Christmas and…
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Manila Targets Former Garbage Collector for Neglecting Duties During Holidays
The Manila city government has pledged to take action against Leonel Waste Management Corporation, its former garbage collector, for failing to fulfill its responsibilities during the holiday season. Mayor Honey Lacuna criticized the company for abandoning its duties at a time when waste volume surged by 400% due to Christmas and New Year celebrations. ‘I…
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Cagayan de Oro Ramps Up Waste Collection Post-New Year Festivities
In the wake of New Year celebrations, Cagayan de Oro City has intensified its efforts to manage the surge in waste, particularly evident in public markets. On the first day of 2025, the city was confronted with heaps of uncollected garbage, prompting immediate action from local authorities. Allan Villalba, head of the City Public Service…
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