These provide benefits for walkability and flood-control
by Kara Santos
The city is currently upgrading its service vehicles with newer models
On July 20, the Pasig City local government formally turned over 10 new Toyota Zenix HEVs to six different city offices. The city's public information office shares that these new hybrid MPVs are the second batch of units acquired for the
by Angelo Nieto
From rain gardens to basketball court detention ponds
The rainy season is brewing on the horizon, and we all know that many streets in Metro Manila will inevitably be flooded. Between the mess of ineffective flood-control projects and ghost projects that continue to hound the country, and the tendency
by Kara Santos
It’s not just trivia, though—it serves somewhat of a goal
It's been refreshing to see various local government units boost their efforts to improve overall mobility in their respective areas over the past few years. The need for this was highlighted greatly during the pandemic, and for many cities, addressing this
RC enthusiasts of all kinds are welcome
Pasig City has just opened a dedicated space for remote-controlled (RC) cars within the Maybunga Rainforest Park. Aptly called RC Park, the area features various terrain, a water bed, and obstacle courses with inclines, dips, and uneven tracks.Select ramps and
by Billy Caluag
We need more parks, not malls
We all know how much our cities lack nature parks and open spaces compared to other countries. The Pasig River Esplanade is one of the few areas in Manila where people can safely go on leisure strolls and sightseeing for free. As
by Kara Santos
Set to begin pilot testing routes in the city soon
Pasig City recently inaugurated its five newly acquired electric minibuses. These vehicles will soon be serving in the city's Libreng Sakay Program, offering free transport within the city.Mayor Vico Sotto described the acquisition as highly timely, given the disruptions in
by Angelo Nieto
Libreng sakay alert!
The Electric Love Bus is expanding its route inside Metro Manila. Beginning late April or the first week of May, the free-ride service will have a loop going from Robinson's Galleria to Eastwood City.The Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA)
by Lije Martin
The agency is asking for stricter internal traffic management measures
If you pass by La Salle Greenhills (LSGH) regularly, then you're probably familiar with how bad traffic can get there during peak hours. It's mainly caused by vehicles stopping by the side of the road to pick up or drop
Cheers to more pedestrian-friendly zones
Are you looking for new areas to bike, jog, or stroll in the metro during weekends? As urban dwellers, we could all use more open spaces to unwind, and it's great to see more Car-Free Sunday initiatives around Metro
by Kara Santos
One of the projects will run until mid-2026
To those who live or work in Ortigas, be prepared: Traffic congestion in the area has worsened, and it could last a while.Ongoing construction work along different roads in Ortigas Center, the central business district of Pasig City, is scheduled to
“Expect noticeable changes in traffic flow due to some lane reconfiguration”
Do you regularly pass through ADB Avenue within Ortigas Center? Take note: A dry run of a new traffic scheme is being implemented on a stretch of this road beginning the last week of September 2023.The stretch of ADB Avenue from
For K-12 students in DepEd Pasig schools
Good news to Pasigueño parents with children studying in public schools: The local government has announced that a transportation allowance will be provided to K-12 students in schools under the Pasig City division of the Department of Education.Mayor Vico
’Twas a busy start to May
These provide easier access for most pedestrians and are wheelchair-friendly
There's still a long way to go before we can really call Metro Manila walkable. Concerned government agencies really have their work cut out for them. At the very least, though, some progressive cities are taking matters into their own hands
Avoid the area if you can
Depending on where exactly you're heading, this coming Sunday might be a bad time to pass through Pasig City by car.The Pasig City local government has announced that a handful of roads will be closed on January 15 for the
by Drei Laurel
Due to the 2022 Paskotitap Float Parade
If you've spent enough time in the metro over the past few weeks, then chances are you've experienced the Christmas rush already by now. Traffic's gotten pretty bad that the only way to avoid it is, well, to just
The bridge is now only passable to eastbound vehicles
Motorists who find themselves in Pasig City regularly, take note: F. Manalo Bridge will be temporarily restricted to one-way eastbound traffic until February 2023.Specifically, the bridge will only be passable to vehicles coming in from C5 and headed towards Eulogio
Planning to stay in the city?
Do you plan on staying within Metro Manila over the 2022 Undas holidays? Makes sense. After all, traffic should be lighter with many motorists heading out of town over the long weekend.Still, there are a couple of advisories you'll want
by Drei Laurel
Does the mayor have a point?
Pasig City mayor Vico Sotto's known to be active on social media, responding to netizens' queries every now and then. Earlier this week, he slammed someone complaining about the ongoing roadworks on Sandoval Avenue. Now, he called out a certain Filipino
In response to supposed complaints about the project
Anyone here who passes through Sandoval Avenue in Pasig City? If you frequent the area, then you're probably aware that currently, there are ongoing roadworks disrupting the flow of traffic along the thoroughfare.You're also likely aware that some residents
