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- Tacloban powers ahead with major infrastructure projects to boost tourism · Posted on July 29, 2025 by taclobancio — Tacloban City — Tacloban City is steadily cementing its position as a premier tourism and development hub in Eastern Visayas. With four major infrastructure projects underway — the Benjamin Romualdez International Convention Center (BRICC); the Tacloban Airport Expansion; the Tacloban Boardwalk; and the rehabilitation of Plaza Rizal; the city is poised for a historic transformation.
- Tacloban City mobilizes coordinated response to San Juanico limitations · Posted on May 23, 2025 by taclobancio — Tacloban City, Leyte — In the wake of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) imposing a 3-ton axle load limit on the iconic San Juanico Bridge due to structural concerns, the Tacloban City government has initiated a series of measures to mitigate the impact on transportation and commerce between Leyte and Samar.
- Romualdez bloc sweeps Tacloban midterm elections · Posted on May 13, 2025 by taclobancio — Tacloban City, Leyte — Tacloban City's 2025 midterm elections concluded on Monday, May 12, with the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) proclaiming a full slate of local winners, led by the sweeping victory of the Romualdez political family. Incumbent Mayor Alfred Romualdez secured reelection by a wide margin with a total of 78,193 votes.
- Tacloban City strengthens environmental resilience through native tree planting initiatives · Posted on May 9, 2025 by taclobancio — Tacloban City, Leyte — The City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) of Tacloban City has been steadfast in promoting the planting of native tree species, reinforcing efforts to protect biodiversity and bolster the city's environmental resilience. In collaboration with both government and private organizations, CENRO continues to support tree planting and nurturing activities.
- Completed farm-to-market road in Camansihay and San Roque to benefit local communities · Posted on May 8, 2025 by taclobancio — Tacloban City, Leyte — The Tacloban City District Engineering Office (TCDEO) has officially completed the construction of a long-awaited farm-to-market road along the remote agricultural communities of Barangay Camansihay and Barangay San Roque to the city center. This vital infrastructure project is expected to substantially enhance the mobility and livelihood of hundreds of farming families.