Team Zambales ends 2026 CLRAA campaign at Rank 2

IBA, Zambales | April 15, 2026 — The Zambales schools contingent clinched the second overall position in the recently concluded 2026 Central Luzon Regional Athletic Association (CLRAA) athletic competition that pitted the best student players from 21 school divisions in Region III. Official and final medals tally from the Department of Education-Region 3 showed Zambales… Read More Team Zambales ends 2026 CLRAA campaign at Rank 2

Hike in overall average transmission rates seen in April electric bills

POWER consumers may see a slight increase in transmission rates reflected in their April 2026 electricity bills, the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) said in a statement today, April 15. This as the overall equivalent average transmission rate for the March 2026 billing period to be billed by distribution utilities and electric cooperatives this… Read More Hike in overall average transmission rates seen in April electric bills

SBMA to suspend new port fees, cut charges by 5% to stabilize costs

By HENRY EMPEÑO | April 14, 2026 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) has announced a five percent reduction in tariff and cargo charges, as well as the suspension of new port-related fee increases, to help stabilize costs for the transportation and food sectors. SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L.… Read More SBMA to suspend new port fees, cut charges by 5% to stabilize costs

Colorful Dinamulag Festival spotlights Zambales summer

By E.H. EDEJER | April 13, 2026 IBA, Zambales — Colors, challenges, cultural images, and culinary delights all combined to create an awesome tapestry of celebration in Zambales, as the three-day Dinamulag Festival commenced to promote the product pride of the province, the “dinamulag” or carabao mango. The first day of the festival kicked off… Read More Colorful Dinamulag Festival spotlights Zambales summer

Bulacan airport cited at OECD forum for global standards alignment

THE New Manila International Airport (NMIA) project in Bulacan was presented recently at the 12th OECD Workshop for Financial Institutions in Paris as a case study on how major infrastructure projects can align with international environmental and social standards. San Miguel Aerocity Inc. (SMAI), the project proponent, was invited to present NMIA before export credit agencies,… Read More Bulacan airport cited at OECD forum for global standards alignment

DENR partners with groups to rehab forests in Zambales

By Rick P. Quiambao | April 10, 2026 IBA, Zambales (PIA) — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has partnered with AP Renewable Energy Corporation (APREC) and the Gala Aeta Kulihig Association Inc. (GAKAI) to strengthen forest rehabilitation and protection efforts in Zambales. The three parties recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement to… Read More DENR partners with groups to rehab forests in Zambales

SM Supermalls opens door to jobs, skills, and new beginnings this Labor Day

AS Filipinos continue to navigate a challenging job landscape, the search for meaningful and stable work remains a daily reality for many. Across all most-loved SM Supermalls nationwide, job fairs are held year-round—continuously providing accessible employment opportunities within local communities. This Labor Day season, the initiative takes on greater significance. In observance of Araw ng… Read More SM Supermalls opens door to jobs, skills, and new beginnings this Labor Day

Community support vital in Zambales ‘pawikan’ conservation—DENR

By E.H. EDEJER | April 9, 2026 MASINLOC, Zambales — Volunteers from local government units, tourism establishments, and corporate partners in this province are proving to be an important factor in the success of Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) programs to protect and conserve marine turtles, locally known as “pawikan.” DENR Region III… Read More Community support vital in Zambales ‘pawikan’ conservation—DENR

Zambales braces for more summer tourist arrivals

By HENRY EMPEÑO | April 8, 2026 IBA, Zambales — Following the arrival here of more than 94,000 tourists during the Holy Week’s long weekend, Zambales, which recorded more than 1.25 million tourist arrivals last year, expects to receive more visitors this summer despite the ongoing energy crunch caused by the Middle East conflict. Tel… Read More Zambales braces for more summer tourist arrivals

Philippines, Denmark vow stronger bilateral ties, closer maritime cooperation

By HENRY EMPEÑO | April 7, 2026 NAVAL OPERATING BASE, Subic, Zambales — The Philippines and Denmark renewed bilateral ties here on Tuesday, April 7, unfurling a commemorative logo marking 80 years of Philippines-Denmark diplomatic relations in a symbolic ceremony that reaffirmed growing economic, maritime and people-to-people exchange between the two nations. Danish Ambassador to… Read More Philippines, Denmark vow stronger bilateral ties, closer maritime cooperation