BFAR turns over 5 boats to Subic, Olongapo fisherfolk

By JONAS REYES SUBIC, Zambales — The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) awarded five 62-footer fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) handline fishing boats to fisherfolk groups to help sustain their livelihood, especially those venturing in the vicinity of the Scarborough Shoal. BFAR turned over the vessels here on September 19 to the Subic Hook and… Read More BFAR turns over 5 boats to Subic, Olongapo fisherfolk

Zambales nat’l high, Iba elementary schools get land patents

IBA, Zambales — Two public schools in Zambales recently received special patents from the government, finally earning a legal stamp of ownership for the parcels of land they occupy here since their founding more than 100 years ago. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. handed over to Governor Hermogenes Ebdane Jr. special patents for Iba Elementary School and… Read More Zambales nat’l high, Iba elementary schools get land patents

Office for migrant workers opens in Iba, Zambales

IBA, Zambales — The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has opened its office here at the Palanginan government center to improve the delivery of service to overseas Filipino wokrers (OFWs) and their families here in Zambales. DMW Secretary Hans Leo J. Cacdac and Governor Hermogenes Ebdane Jr. formally opened the DMW office on September 17,… Read More Office for migrant workers opens in Iba, Zambales

Masinloc-Oyon Bay bags 1st place in ‘Para El Mar’ awards

By E.H. EDEJER | September 19, 2025 MASINLOC, Zambales — The Masinloc and Oyon Bay Protected Landscape and Seascape (MOBPLS) ran away with first place in the recently concluded “Para El Mar” 2025 marine conservation awards, the Masinloc Tourism Office announced on Thursday, Sept. 18. The MOBPLS—the first and only legislated marine protected area (MPA)… Read More Masinloc-Oyon Bay bags 1st place in ‘Para El Mar’ awards

Big Bad Wolf Books opens in Olongapo with thrills, deals, and giveaways

OLONGAPO CITY (Sept. 18, 2025) — The Wolf has landed, and the wait is finally over! Big Bad Wolf Books, the world’s biggest book sale, officially opens its doors today at the SMX Convention Center Olongapo with an exclusive VIP Day. The special preview welcomed partners, media, and guests who got first dibs on over… Read More Big Bad Wolf Books opens in Olongapo with thrills, deals, and giveaways

NHCP opens West Philippines Sea exhibit and lecture in Masinloc, Zambales

By NHCP | September 18, 2025 MANILA – The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP)-Museo El Deposito, together with the Provincial Government of Zambales and Municipal Government of Masinloc, Zambales, will open the “Pag-asa sa Gitna ng Kalayaan” exhibit and lecture on the West Philippine Sea (WPS) on September 25, 1:00 p.m., at the Masinloc Municipal… Read More NHCP opens West Philippines Sea exhibit and lecture in Masinloc, Zambales

Philippine Navy welcomes second Miguel Malvar-class frigate, the future BRP Diego Silang

SUBIC, Zambales — The Philippine Navy held an Arrival Ceremony for its second Miguel Malvar-class frigate, the future BRP Diego Silang (FFG-07), on September 15 at Naval Operating Base-Subic, Zambales. The event was led by the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, General Romeo S Brawner Jr., together with the Flag… Read More Philippine Navy welcomes second Miguel Malvar-class frigate, the future BRP Diego Silang

5,000 Zambaleños benefit from ‘Handog ng Pangulo’ services

By Reia G. Pabelonia | September 15, 2025 BOTOLAN, Zambales (PIA) — About 5,000 Zambaleños received free services and livelihood support during the “Handog ng Pangulo: Serbisyong Sapat para sa Lahat” caravan held at the Botolan People’s Plaza.  The nationwide caravan, which coincided with the 68th birthday of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., aimed to bring… Read More 5,000 Zambaleños benefit from ‘Handog ng Pangulo’ services

5,000 Zambaleños benefit from ‘Handog ng Pangulo’ services in Botolan

By Reia G. Pabelonia | September 15, 2025 BOTOLAN, Zambales (PIA) — About 5,000 Zambaleños received free services and livelihood support during the “Handog ng Pangulo: Serbisyong Sapat para sa Lahat” caravan held at the Botolan People’s Plaza.  The nationwide caravan, which coincided with the 68th birthday of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., aimed to bring… Read More 5,000 Zambaleños benefit from ‘Handog ng Pangulo’ services in Botolan