Aboitiz Renewables equips Pangasinan communities to shield homes, livelihoods from El Niño wildfires

BUGALLON, Pangasinan — Aboitiz Renewables, Inc. strengthens community resilience in Bugallon, Pangasinan through Project Kabisig sa Kabundukan — a fire mitigation initiative that equips local People’s Organizations with critical firefighting and agricultural equipment amid the severe El Niño dry spell in Northern Luzon. As a severe dry spell turns Northern Luzon’s grasslands into tinderboxes, Aboitiz… Read More Aboitiz Renewables equips Pangasinan communities to shield homes, livelihoods from El Niño wildfires

Gov. Ebdane to CL rebel-returnees: ‘We will support you’

SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga — Zambales Governor Hermogenes Ebdane Jr. assured former members of underground mass organizations (UGMOs) in Central Luzon of government support following their return to the fold of law at Camp Olivas here on April 27. Ebdane, who is chairman of both the Regional Peace and Order Council (RPOC-III) and Regional Development Council… Read More Gov. Ebdane to CL rebel-returnees: ‘We will support you’

Aurora ecozone gains ground as site for sustainable AI data centers

By Michael A. Taroma | April 28, 2026 BALER, Aurora (PIA) — The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority is advancing plans to be a site for sustainable artificial intelligence (AI) data centers as it steps up efforts to attract digital infrastructure investments. The move follows recent talks with technology and cloud experts as… Read More Aurora ecozone gains ground as site for sustainable AI data centers

DA turns over PH’s 1st solar, wind-powered modular cold storage in Bataan

By Rick P. Quiambao | April 28, 2026 BALANGA CITY (PIA) — The Department of Agriculture (DA) turned over the country’s first solar and wind-powered modular cold storage facility to the municipal government of Dinalupihan, Bataan, on April 23, supporting national efforts to improve postharvest systems. Implemented under the Fiscal Year 2025 Locally Funded Projects – Cold… Read More DA turns over PH’s 1st solar, wind-powered modular cold storage in Bataan

Job fair brings new hope, strengthens reintegration efforts for OFWs

By Marie Joy S. Carbungco | April 27, 2026 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga — For many job seekers and returning overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), the Regional Reintegration Network (RRN) Fair held at SM City Pampanga offered more than employment opportunities. More importantly, it provided renewed hope and clearer pathways toward stable livelihoods. A total of… Read More Job fair brings new hope, strengthens reintegration efforts for OFWs

PhilRice urges proper harvest timing, use of combined harvester to boost farmers’ yield, income

By Maria Caroline A. Lopez | April 27, 2026 SCIENCE CITY OF MUÑOZ (PIA) — The Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) urges farmers to harvest rice at the correct maturity stage and use combined harvesters to improve grain quality, reduce losses, and increase income. PhilRice Supervising Science Research Specialist Arnold Juliano said proper timing of… Read More PhilRice urges proper harvest timing, use of combined harvester to boost farmers’ yield, income

It takes a village: AboitizPower, LGU, fisherfolk build resilient coastal communities in Bataan

MARIVELES, Bataan — The public-private sectors and the people understand how energy can be harnessed as a powerful force for good. While the power plants of Mariveles anchor the province’s industrial landscape, their influence extends far beyond the plants’ gates. Along the coasts of Morong and Orani, fishing communities feel the connection between energy and… Read More It takes a village: AboitizPower, LGU, fisherfolk build resilient coastal communities in Bataan

Maleldo 2026: Icons share stories of faith as City of San Fernando observes Holy Week

By Marie Joy S. Carbungco | April 3, 2026 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga — For decades, the observance of Maleldo (Holy Week) in this city has drawn thousands of devotees and spectators, but behind the spectacle of crucifixions and penitential rites are deeply personal stories of faith, sacrifice, and thanksgiving. At the Maleldo 2026 press conference held at… Read More Maleldo 2026: Icons share stories of faith as City of San Fernando observes Holy Week

DENR awards land titles to 24 Zambales beneficiaries

CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga — Twenty-four beneficiaries in Zambales received legal land titles from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), granting them more secure land tenure and better opportunities for stable housing, livelihood, and long-term economic security. Awarded during the program “Handog Titulo: From Vulnerability to Stability, A Title of Hope,” the… Read More DENR awards land titles to 24 Zambales beneficiaries