CELEBRATING SUPER CITIZENS DURING ELDERLY FILIPINO WEEK 2024 AT SM

AS part of its Elderly Filipino Week 2024 celebrations, SM Cares, together with the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) and the SM Super Grannies Club, hosted a series of fun, engaging, and meaningful activities to honor the senior citizen community on Oct. 1, 2024, at the Mall of Asia Music Hall in Pasay City.… Read More CELEBRATING SUPER CITIZENS DURING ELDERLY FILIPINO WEEK 2024 AT SM

Botolan launches ‘Pera sa Basura’ program

BOTOLAN, Zambales — Taking one step further toward pollution control, resource management, and environmental protection, the local government unit of Botolan recently launched its “Pera sa Basura/ Junkshop on Wheels” program. Mayor Jun Omar Ebdane said that with this project, the LGU endeavors to promote recycling and reuse of waste materials in the community, as… Read More Botolan launches ‘Pera sa Basura’ program

Subic fishers surrender P12M shabu fished off Lubang Island

By Ruben Veloria | October 15, 2024 SUBIC, Zambales – Eight fishers, most of them from this town, surrendered to authorities on Monday night nearly two kilos of suspected shabu worth PHP12 million they fished from sea off Lubang Island. The surrender of the illegal drugs was facilitated by joint elements of Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency… Read More Subic fishers surrender P12M shabu fished off Lubang Island

Private partners vouch for BCDA’s track record; support RA 7227 amendments

REAL estate developers and locators in various economic zones of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) have expressed support for the proposed bills amending Republic Act 7227, stressing that such measure would allow the state-run firm to continue ushering sustainable economic growth, drive investments, and generate jobs for Filipinos. Filinvest Land Inc. (FLI), Ayala… Read More Private partners vouch for BCDA’s track record; support RA 7227 amendments

Subic Bay hosts 23rd ports conference on Oct. 16

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The Port of Subic Bay will host the 23rd International Network of Affiliated Ports (INAP) Conference starting October 16, bringing back members of the organization which met here 10 years ago. INAP Subic Organizing Committee chairman and Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Deputy Administrator for Operations Martin Kristoffer Roman said the… Read More Subic Bay hosts 23rd ports conference on Oct. 16

NO CONTEST: Gov. Ebdane runs unopposed as he seeks third term

By HENRY EMPEÑO IBA, Zambales — As one catchy slogan puts it, it’s Ebdane all the way to 2025. This, as Governor Hermogenes “Jun” Ebdane Jr. stands unchallenged for another gubernatorial term in the May local elections next year. Gov. Ebdane filed his certificate of candidacy (CoC) on Oct. 2, accompanied by wife Alma, sons… Read More NO CONTEST: Gov. Ebdane runs unopposed as he seeks third term

SM FOUNDATION CELEBRATES SUCCESS OF OVER 1000 COLLEGE ALUMNI

OVER 1000 alumni of the SM Foundation, now excelling in diverse professional fields, reunites at the SM Scholar Alumni Homecoming 2024 at the SMX Manila, Pasay City. The event celebrated the scholars’ achievements, resilience, and commitment to spreading social good. Joining the event are members of the Sy family. The SM Foundation recently celebrated the… Read More SM FOUNDATION CELEBRATES SUCCESS OF OVER 1000 COLLEGE ALUMNI

Zambales wins top awards in local-source revenues; 4 other LGUs cited

IBA, Zambales — The Province of Zambales gained recognition as among the top 10 performing provinces in the country in terms of local source revenues for the fiscal years 2022 and 2023, clinching three top slots in ceremonies held by the Department of Finance on Oct. 9 at Seda Manila Bay Hotel in Parañaque City.… Read More Zambales wins top awards in local-source revenues; 4 other LGUs cited

SUPER ACTIVITIES ALL MONTH ROUND AS SM CELEBRATES SUPERKIDS MONTH

Calling all SuperKids! This month of October, you’re the main character as SM Supermalls invites you to show off your unique talents, quirks, and everything that makes you YOU. SM will be hosting the SUPERKIDS MONTH LAUNCH on October 5, 2024, Saturday at SM City North Edsa Annex Atrium, kicking off a fun-filled, month-long extravaganza… Read More SUPER ACTIVITIES ALL MONTH ROUND AS SM CELEBRATES SUPERKIDS MONTH

United States donates P5-M in equipment to support fisheries in Ilocos Norte

MANILA, October 11, 2024 — The United States government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), turned over Php5 million ($89,500) in aquaculture equipment to the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte to support fisherfolk in sustainably farming tilapia. USAID Philippines Deputy Mission Director Rebekah Eubanks handed over the donation to Ilocos Norte Governor Matthew… Read More United States donates P5-M in equipment to support fisheries in Ilocos Norte