Month: February 2025

P1.8-M payao program to ensure sufficient catch for Zambales fishers

By Henry Empeño | February 21, 2024 IBA, Zambales — With the continuing geopolitical tension at the West Philippine Sea (WPS) effectively curtailing fishing at the contested Scarborough Shoal or Bajo de Masinloc, the provincial government of Zambales has put up concrete solutions to sustain the livelihood of local fishermen. The latest local government initiative,… Read More P1.8-M payao program to ensure sufficient catch for Zambales fishers

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Capas-Botolan Road: Paving the way for motorist convenience and economic growth

By PTNI | February 21, 2025 THE Capas-Botolan road project is set to transform lives and drive economic progress by connecting the provinces of Zambales and Tarlac.  With its promise to cut travel time between the two provinces to just one hour and 20 minutes, the road has sparked excitement and hope among communities in… Read More Capas-Botolan Road: Paving the way for motorist convenience and economic growth

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U.S. condemns ‘reckless action’ by China in WPS

THE United States has condemned “unsafe and irresponsible” actions by the Chinese military in the West Philippine Sea, following a buzzing incident involving a Chinese People’s Liberation Army-Navy helicopter and an airplane of the Philippine Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) on Feb. 11. A statement attributed to the U.S. State Department and U.S.… Read More U.S. condemns ‘reckless action’ by China in WPS

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SM strengthens PWD-friendly services through Sensitivity Training Seminar

IN line with SM Cares commitment to promote a barrier-free and disability inclusive environment, SM City Olongapo Central and SM City Olongapo Downtown recently conducted a specialized seminar on the proper handling of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) for its mall tenants, partner agencies, and employees. The seminar aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and… Read More SM strengthens PWD-friendly services through Sensitivity Training Seminar

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On the WPS issue: Tarriela denies calling Marcoleta ‘traitor’

By Jose Cielito Reganit | February 18, 2025 MANILA – Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Commodore Jay Tarriela on Tuesday denied branding Sagip Party-list Rep. Rodante Marcoleta a “traitor” following the lawmaker’s claim that there is no such thing as a West Philippine Sea (WPS), only the South China Sea. The… Read More On the WPS issue: Tarriela denies calling Marcoleta ‘traitor’

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ALAB SINING 2025 AT SM CITY OLONGAPO CENTRAL: A Collaboration of Art and Community

IN celebration of National Arts Month, SM City Olongapo Central welcomes artists from Olongapo, Zambales and Bataan to showcase their creativity in an art exhibit dubbed Alab Sining 2025. Organized by the Olongapo Zambales Artists (OZA) and 3G Hagoods, in partnership with the Local government of Olongapo and SM, the event kicked off on February… Read More ALAB SINING 2025 AT SM CITY OLONGAPO CENTRAL: A Collaboration of Art and Community

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Balanga becomes first PH city to receive international wetland accreditation

By Rick P. Quiambao | February 17, 2025 BALANGA CITY (PIA) — Showcasing its dedication to environmental stewardship, the City of Balanga in Bataan became the first in the Philippines to receive Wetland City Accreditation from the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. This recognition places Balanga among 31 newly-accredited cities worldwide that have demonstrated a strong… Read More Balanga becomes first PH city to receive international wetland accreditation

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364 Zambales couples wed in Feb. 14 ‘Kasalang Bayan’

BOTOLAN, Zambales — Vowing to have and to hold each other, for better or for worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health, and to love and to cherish till death do they part, 364 couples officially became husband and wife in mass wedding ceremonies held in various Zambales towns on Valentine’s Day,… Read More 364 Zambales couples wed in Feb. 14 ‘Kasalang Bayan’

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DTI Central Luzon records 6,805 BMBE registrations in 2024

By Marie Joy S. Carbungco | February 12, 2025 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) recorded a total of 6,805 Barangay Micro Business Enterprises (BMBEs) registrations in Central Luzon in 2024. Bulacan leads with 2,536 registrations; followed by Pampanga with 1,030; Aurora, 845; Nueva Ecija, 838; Tarlac,… Read More DTI Central Luzon records 6,805 BMBE registrations in 2024

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NBI files grave threats, sedition charges vs. VP Sara

By Benjamin Pulta | February 12, 2025 MANILA – The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Wednesday filed grave threats and inciting to sedition charges against Vice President Sara Duterte before the Department of Justice (DOJ). In a press briefing, NBI Director Jaime Santiago said the cases were filed in connection with Duterte’s previous remarks that… Read More NBI files grave threats, sedition charges vs. VP Sara

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