Coca-Cola turns over PET bottle bins, benches to SBMA

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines Inc. (CCBPI) turned over bottle collection bins and benches to the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) as part of the company’s “World Without Waste” (WWW) program here in the Subic Bay Freeport Zone (SBFZ). The bottle collection bins were placed in various areas of the Freeport such as the Boardwalk Area, Mini Golf… Read More Coca-Cola turns over PET bottle bins, benches to SBMA

Central Luzon’s economy rebounds to 7.4% in 2021

By ZORAYDA TECSON | PNA CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga – The economy of Central Luzon rebounded last year from a double-digit contraction in 2020, the Philippine Statistics Authority Regional Statistical Services Office-Central Luzon (PSA RSSO III) reported on Thursday. Results from the latest regional accounts showed the region’s economic output rose to 7.4 percent last… Read More Central Luzon’s economy rebounds to 7.4% in 2021

DPWH starts work on access road connecting industrial zones

By ZORAYDA TECSON | PNA CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga – The construction of a 17.74-kilometer access road that will help boost the economic development in Central Luzon is now underway. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Regional Office III said on Tuesday the undergoing road project will connect the Subic Bay Freeport Zone to… Read More DPWH starts work on access road connecting industrial zones

ART IS HOPE AT THE SM STATIONERY TIKTOK ARTFEST 2022

THE annual SM Stationery ArtFest combines inspiration with modern technology – and great prizes – in its TikTok Artfest: Art is Hope  Contest. Art, after all, is said to be a source of healing and home during difficult and uncertain times. During the pandemic, some found comfort in sketching and drawing; while others have unleashed… Read More ART IS HOPE AT THE SM STATIONERY TIKTOK ARTFEST 2022

PHL, Japan finalize master plan for Subic Bay development

By BERNADETTE D. NICOLAS | Business Mirror AT least 34 projects meant to develop the Subic Bay and surrounding areas are embodied in a master plan recently finalized, with Japan’s help, to further transform into an economic powerhouse one of the country’s most promising zones. The Philippines and Japan welcomed the finalization and publication of… Read More PHL, Japan finalize master plan for Subic Bay development

Comelec holds vote-counting machine (VCM) demo in SM malls

THE Commission on Elections (Comelec) partnered with SM Supermalls to utilize malls for the public demonstration of Vote Counting Machines (VCM). All 78 Supermalls including SM City Tarlac, Pampanga, Clark, Olongapo and Cabanatuan will be utilized for voter education. A mock voting exercise is part of Comelec’s Voter Education Program which is meant to offer… Read More Comelec holds vote-counting machine (VCM) demo in SM malls

Olongapo welcomes Leni-Kiko team with pink Mardi Gras

Story by JAY-AR EMPEÑO / Photos by ZOE EMPEÑO and ANSBERT JOAQUIN OLONGAPO CITY | April 19, 2022 — Mardi Gras came early to this city this year as residents of Olongapo and Zambales welcomed Vice President Leni Robredo and her running mate Senator Kiko Pangilinan in a Mardi Gras-themed people’s rally at the Magsaysay… Read More Olongapo welcomes Leni-Kiko team with pink Mardi Gras