OLONGAPO CITY (May 6, 2026) — In a strong display of security synergy, SM Olongapo malls hosted a Joint Tactical Inspection (JTI) on May 6 at the ground level parking of SM City Olongapo Central. The exercise, graced by guest of honor, Olongapo City Director, PCol. Deonido S. Maniago, Jr. emphasized the virtues that every… Read More SM Olongapo malls tactical inspection highlights integrity, vigilance
By E.H. EDEJER | May 5, 2026 SUBIC, Zambales — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has stopped the operations of a mining company here for violating DENR Administrative Order (DAO) No. 2025-17, which imposed transparency requirements for mining activities. Noel B. Lacadin, director of the DENR Mines and Geosciences Bureau in Central… Read More DENR halts firm’s mining exploration in Zambales
By E.H. EDEJER | May 2, 2026 BOTOLAN, Zambales (May 2, 2026) — The local government unit of Botolan has adopted the Paleng-QR PH Plus cashless payment program, paving the way for faster, safer and more convenient business transactions for residents. Mayor Jun Omar Ebdane, along with representatives of national government agencies, financial institutions, and… Read More Botolan, Zambales adopts Paleng-QR PH Plus
AS the nation observed the 124th Labor Day celebration, SM City Olongapo Central, in partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) hosted a Labor Day Job Fair, providing immediate employment opportunities to residents of Olongapo, Zambales and nearby provinces. The fair brought together 36 employers from… Read More SM JOB FAIR EMPOWERS JOBSEEKERS ON LABOR DAY
By HENRY EMPEÑO | May 1, 2026 PALAUIG, Zambales — ACEN Corporation, the renewable energy platform of the Ayala Group, broke ground on Wednesday, April 29, for a 347-megawatt battery energy storage system (BESS) project at its Palauig Solar Farm here. ACEN President and Chief Executive Officer Eric Francia led the groundbreaking rites at the… Read More ACEN breaks ground for 347-MW battery storage in Palauig, Zambales
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – San Antonio, Zambales is emerging as a potential hub for clean energy development following the discovery of what local officials describe as one of the world’s largest deposits of natural hydrogen gas. San Antonio Mayor Arvin Antipolo said in a media briefing here on April 29 that developing the local resource… Read More San Antonio pushes for inclusion in hydrogen energy dev’t
By RANDY DATU | April 30, 2026 IBA, Zambales — Gov. Hermogenes Ebdane Jr. has ordered the Provincial Agriculture Office to fast track the release of economic assistance to local fishermen who were forced to stop fishing in the waters of Zambales due to the Balikatan military exercises and high cost of fuel. Under the… Read More Zambales expedites economic aid for fishermen
IBA, Zambales — With April officially celebrated as Filipino Food Month in the Philippines to ensure the preservation of local food heritage while supporting local farmers, fishermen, and food producers, the Zambales Provincial Tourism and Investment Promotion Office (PTPO) put out a series of features spotlighting local delicacies that are a must-try for visitors and… Read More Nine must-try delicacies for visitors in Zambales
By JONAS REYES | April 29, 2026 IBA, Zambales — Provincial department offices will temporarily move into a new location in preparation for their eventual transfer to the new Capitol building, which is currently under construction. This was announced by Governor Hermogenes E. Ebdane Jr. following his inspection of the Temporary Relocation Buidling on April… Read More Prov’l departments to occupy temporary relocation building
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’
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