Balibago News Feb-2018
28 Feb 2018 - Lawmaker wants Paskuhan Village declared a 'cultural heritage'
PAMPANGA -- Third district Representative Aurelio Gonzales Jr. wants the Paskuhan Village back as a permanent cultural heritage.Gonzales filed House Bill 7207 last February 20, declaring the Paskuhan Village, also known as the Hilaga property, as a cultural heritage and further declaring it as property of public domain.
28 Feb 2018 - Apalit vendors seek Capitol’s help
PAMPANGA -- Market vendors took their fight against the Apalit local government’s plan to construct a new public market to a higher level, as they filed a petition for intervention before the Pampanga Provincial Board (PB) on February 27.Members of the Association of Apalit Market Vendors and Stall Owners wore anew their red shirts to show their unity in protesting the proposed construction of a new public market in the hope that they may win the hearts of PB members during the joint committee hearing of good governance and trade and industry.
28 Feb 2018 - Board to look into Apalit ordinance on new public market
PAMPANGA -- The Provincial Board (PB) committee on good governance chairman Board Member Ananias Canlas Jr. vowed Wednesday, February 28, to look into the “legality” of the an ordinance in Apalit that will allow the construction of a new and modernized public market.The move came after a group of market vendors and stall owners in the town’s existing public market said that Municipal Ordinance 22, the ordinance allowing the establishment of a new public market, was railroaded and did not pass through the proper and legal course.
28 Feb 2018 - David family donates land for Santa Rita indigents
PAMPANGA -- David family donates land for Santa Rita indigents Wednesday, February 28, 2018 By IAN OCAMPO FLORA BOARD Member Fritzie David-Dizon and Vice Mayor Dexter David led their three other siblings on Wednesday, February 28, as they donated 1,061 square meters to the Municipal Government of Santa Rita.The donation includes parcels of land in Barangay Diladila that are currently the residence of dozens of indigents.
28 Feb 2018 - Clark featured in AirAsia’s 'ChasingWonders' campaign
CLARK FREEPORT -- From thrill-seeker adventures to food trips, AirAsia’s #ChasingWonders campaign showed why Clark is poised to be the next premier investment center in Asia and tourist destination.AirAsia’s campaign recently featured Clark as a “must-stop destination” in the Philippines, as unforgettable experiences await in several spots just minutes away from the Clark Freeport.
28 Feb 2018 - High-value target arrested in Porac
A drug suspect who has been considered a high-value target (HVT) was arrested in a drug bust in Barangay Manibaug Pasig, Porac, Pampanga, last February 27.Pampanga Police Provincial Director Joel Consulta identified the suspect as Emedios David, alias Maru, 53, an "administrative aide" of the Porac Municipal Government.
28 Feb 2018 - P9.6M allotted for anti-drugs, peace and order
The Peace and Order Council (POC) of Mabalacat City has allocated P9.6 million for the local government’s drive against illegal drugs and criminality.During the first quarter joint meeting of the POC, City Drug Abuse Council and City Disaster and Risk Reduction Management Office last February 27, the council passed a resolution authorizing Mayor Crisostomo Garbo to utilize the confidential funds for this year under the Peace and Order and Public Safety plan of the city.
26 Feb 2018 - CDC earmarks P925 million for 2018 Clark infra
CLARK FREEPORT -- To complement the various developments inside this Freeport, the Clark Development Corporation (CDC) have earmarked P925 million for infrastructure projects of the state-owned firm here and its immediate environs.In a report presented to CDC President-CEO Noel Manankil, it was stated that the 2018 projects are intended to complement the development of the New Clark City, the Clark International Airport and the Clark Freeport Zone (CFZ) as a whole.
26 Feb 2018 - Arroyo: Subic, Clark counter-magnet for Metro Manila
CLARK FREEPORT -- Former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, who is now Pampanga Second District Congresswoman, has described the Subic-Clark area as the counter-magnet for Metro Manila.Arroyo issued the statement during the formal launching of the P130-million Mabiga Toll Plazas and the P27 million Santa Ines-Magalang Exit Ramp of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEx) and Subic Clark Tarlac Expressway (SCTEx) in nearby Mabalacat City on Monday, February 26.
26 Feb 2018 - Angeles City gears for Fire Prevention Month
ANGELES CITY -- The City Government and the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) are set to celebrate the 2018 Fire Prevention Month through a series of activities and massive information campaign on fire safety.Fire Chief Inspector Jose Raymund Manimbo on Monday said that the activities lined-up for this year’s celebration aims to increase the level of awareness of the citizenry on fire safety, suppression, and prevention.
26 Feb 2018 - Leading ports operator, CDC help Aeta communities
CLARK FREEPORT -- Some P200,000 worth of medicines and basic commodities were recently distributed to 600 beneficiaries in an Aeta community here through public-private Corporate Social Responsibility Programs.International Container Terminal Services, Inc. Foundation, Inc. (ICTSI, Foundation, Inc.) in partnership with Clark Development Corporation (CDC) conducted a medical mission and outreach activity in Sitio Sta. Rosa and Sitio Mataba, Barangay Sto. Niño in Bamban, Tarlac.
26 Feb 2018 - DA-Central Luzon targets to increase rice production
PAMAPNGA -- Department of Agriculture (DA) Central Luzon OIC-Regional Executive Director Engineer Roy Abaya disclosed that the regional office targets to increase their 2018 rice production to four million metric tons in a bid to contribute to the country's rice sufficiency program.Abaya made this planned projection during a monthly agri-meeting with stakeholders and also recognized the significant contribution of the agriculture officers for the increment on 2017 national rice production.
26 Feb 2018 - NCMF cites Pamintuan for supporting Muslim-Filipino community
ANGELES CITY -- Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan received on Monday, February 26, an award of distinction and appreciation from the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) North Luzon Office recognizing his untiring support to the Muslim-Filipino community.The plaque of appreciation was formally handed to the mayor by Amroding Rasul, administrative officer of the Angeles City Muslim Affairs Desk.
26 Feb 2018 - Mayor: Edsa revolution icon of unity, freedom
PAMAPNGA -- Mayor Edwin Santiago on Monday, February 26, described the Edsa People Power revolution as an icon of unity and freedom for the Filipino people and the whole nation.This, as the nation commemorated over the weekend the 32nd Edsa People Power Revolution that restored the country’s democracy from the 21-year martial law governance of the late strongman Ferdinand Marcos.
25 Feb 2018 - Clark official says Central Luzon is the Golden Gate Bridge to progress
CLARK FREEPORT --- The newly appointed director of Clark Development Corporation said he believed Central Luzon region, where the Clark Freeport is located, will be the “Golden Gate Bridge” to progress.Michael Macapagal, Clark Development Corporation (CDC) director, said Clark has a bigger potential for development than Subic because it has a bigger available land area and a development plan.
25 Feb 2018 - City councilor backs nationwide curfew on minors
ANGELES CITY – A councilor here has expressed support for the nationwide curfew on minors in a bid to prevent criminal syndicates from using them in illegal activities like drug trade and robbery.Councilor Jesus “Jay” Sangil said he is set to file this week a resolution supporting Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Ronaldo “Bato” dela Rosa’s campaign for the imposition of a nationwide curfew on minors.
25 Feb 2018 - Central Luzon cops join rally vs illegal drugs
PAMAPNGA -- More than 1,000 uniformed and non-uniformed personnel of the Philippine National Police (PNP) in Central Luzon joined on Saturday, February 24, the nationwide simultaneous advocacy walk against illegal drugs.The activity, dubbed “L.A.K.A.D (Lipulin at Kalampaging ang Droga) Tokhang”, was held in line with the re-launch of the PNP's controversial anti-illegal drug drive “Oplan Tokhang.”
25 Feb 2018 - Guagua town honors Nicdao patriarch
PAMAPNGA -- The municipal government has honored the late Ruperto Nicdao by erecting a commemorative marker and naming a boulevard after him.Ruperto Nicdao was a public school teacher who rose to the position of supervisor.
25 Feb 2018 - SSS to shoulder service fees for members' transactions with partner banks
PAMAPNGA -- The Social Security System (SSS) will shoulder the costs of standard service fee applied for local collection and disbursements of benefits of accredited collecting banks in accordance with Social Security Commission (SSC) Resolution No. 870s. 2017.SSS president and chief executive officer Emmanuel F. Dooc said the application of standard service fee is in compliance with the Department of Finance directive to shift to fee-based compensation agreement, which will take effect upon amendment of the agency's existing agreement with its partner banks.
24 Feb 2018 - Thousands witness Caragan Festival
MABALACAT CITY -- Thousands of tourists and spectators watched the Caragan Festival that highlighted the street dancing participated in by 49 public and private elementary and secondary schools in the city last Friday.City Mayor Crisostomo Garbo said this year’s festival is the biggest so far with more than 30,000 participants and visitors.
24 Feb 2018 - 80 Kapampangans receive hearing aids from Starkey
PAMAPNGA -- About 80 Kapampangans recently received hearing aids from Starkey Hearing Foundation in partnership with the Provincial Health Office.Apart rom the hearing aid recipients, some 14 Kapampangans also benefitted from the free hearing services provided by the said foundation during their visit here.
24 Feb 2018 - DA exec, officials visit Central Luzon biotech farm
PAMAPNGA -- The Department of Agriculture (DA) Biotechnology Program Office in partnership with the San Manuel Tarlac Farmers Multi-Purpose Cooperative welcomed First District Ilocos Sur Congressman Deogracias Victor B. Savellano and Leyte Third District Congressman Vicente S.E. Veloso together with committee secretaries and legislative staff for the Biotechnology Corn Farm visit in San Manuel, Tarlac, recently.The field visit aims to showcase biotechnology application in agriculture to the invited participants from the House of Representatives.
24 Feb 2018 - PRO-Central Luzon welcomes Korean envoy to the Philippines
PAMAPNGA -- Police Regional Office (PRO)-Central Luzon director Amador Corpus warmly welcomed Korean Ambassador to the Philippines Han Dong-Man on Thursday as he paid a courtesy call at Camp Julian Olivas, City of San Fernando, Pampanga.Han was accorded with the traditional Foyer honors upon his arrival at the regional headquarters.
24 Feb 2018 - Aqua Planet to attract foreign, local tourists
CLARK FREEPORT -- An official of the Department of Tourism (DOT) said that the Aqua Planet, one of the biggest water theme parks in South East Asia, is expected to attract foreign and local tourists.During the launching of the water park yesterday, DOT Central Luzon Director Carolina Uy said they expect the influx of tourist not only from the North and Central Luzon but also from Visayas and Mindanao.
23 Feb 2018 - Clark airport ready for more flights
CLARK FREEPORT -- Clark International Airport is always ready for the transfer of flights by carriers from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), a top official here said.“We will always make ourselves ready because our designed capacity this time is 4.2 million passengers annually,” said Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC) Acting President Alex Caugiran.
23 Feb 2018 - San Simon health unit tops in newborn, maternal care
PAMAPNGA -- It’s the town’s only rural health unit (RHU) but it again proved to be the best in Pampanga.This, as the lone RHU of this town bested anew other health centers from the 23 cities and municipalities in the province after it bagged the first place in the implementation of Maternal Newborn Child Health and Nutrition (MNCHN).
23 Feb 2018 - DFA-Pampanga extends office hours
PAMAPNGA -- The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Consular Office in Pampanga located at Robinsons Starmills along Jose Abad Santos Avenue announced on Friday that it is extending office hours to accommodate the huge volume of passport applicants.DFA Pampanga Officer-in-Charge Edmundo A. Mangubat said they are now opening earlier and closing just a few hours before mall hours for easier and more convenient passport processing.
23 Feb 2018 - Lawmaker wants NFA council revamped
PAMAPNGA -- Butil Partylist Representative Cecil Chavez on Friday asked for the revamp of the National Food Authority (NFA) Council, the policy-making body of the NFA, to include Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Manny Pinol and his key people into the critical policy-making body.“The glaring, hard-to-fathom non-inclusion of Secretary Pinol and his key people in the council is akin to excluding the Philippine National Police director general from the top-level efforts to find the best policy on exterminating drugs and crime,” Chavez said in a statement to Sun.Star Pampanga.
22 Feb 2018 - Korean lauds Clark airport executives
CLARK FREEPORT -- A Korean national, who posted on Facebook her experience with “rude and arrogant” Bureau of Customs (BOC) personnel, thanked officials of the Clark International Airport for their support and assistance.In her recent Facebook post, Woo Seonkyung personally thanked Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC) acting president Alexander Cauguiran for their swift action which led to the recovery of her taxable items including a bag and cosmetic products which were held at the BOC office since last February 13.
22 Feb 2018 - Exec urges NWRB to cancel Angeles City Water District’s certification
ANGELES CITY -– A city councilor has filed a resolution urging the National Water Regulatory Board (NWRB) to cancel the Certificate of Public Convenience (CPC) of the Angeles City Water District (ACWD).Councilor Jesus “Jay” Sangil filed the resolution following the water crisis in barangays Margot and Sapangbato, the two villages situated at the upland portion of the city adjacent to the Clark Freeport.
22 Feb 2018 - Proposed road link gets P1-B allotment
PAMAPNGA -- Second District Representative Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo’s proposed 29-kilometer road linking the towns of Lubao, Guagua, Minalin, and Sto. Tomas has been given an allotment of P1-billion by the national government.According to Pampanga Second Engineering District chief Gregorio Audea, Mrs. Arroyo was able to convince the national government in including the construction of the Lubao-Guagua-Minalin-Sto. Tomas Road in the Public Works department’s budget under the 2018 General Appropriations Act (GAA).
22 Feb 2018 - Shellfish ban in Central Luzon lifted
PAMAPNGA -- After being banned for 100 days, shellfish from Bataan province and the whole of Central Luzon are now safe for consumption as the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Region III (BFAR-3) formally lifted the ban on Wednesday.BFAR-3 Regional Director Wilfredo Cruz said that the shellfish ban imposed on November 17,2017 was lifted after the results of three consecutive monitoring activities conducted in the coastal waters of Bataan showed that shellfish meat from the region are already below the Philippine Regulatory Limit (PRL) of 60 microgram per 100 microgram level.
22 Feb 2018 - DOH monitors admitted Dengvaxia recipients
PAMAPNGA -- In official of the Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday visited 13 children who received the controversial Dengvaxia vaccine and who are currently admitted at the Jose B. Lingad Regional Memorial Hospital (JBLRMH) in this city.DOH Assistant Secretary Ma. Francia Laxamana personally checked on the situation of the patients who were admitted after reportedly experiencing fever, dizziness and stomach aches which are the usual symptoms of dengue.
22 Feb 2018 - DA wants increased rice yield for Cental Luzon
ANGELES CITY -– The Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to bat for an increase in rice yield for Central Luzon.This, as the DA conducted a meeting with provincial implementors at Azzurro Hotel, in Balibago, Angeles City recently.
22 Feb 2018 - Pampanga group launches relief drive for Mayon evacuees
ANGELES CITY -– The Angeles City Clark Balibago Lions Club (ACCBLC) recently launched Magtarabangan: a relief drive for evacuees in the Bicol region.This, as Mayon Volcano in Albay province continues to pose a grave threat as it still erupts multiple times daily.
21 Feb 2018 - Clark airport body resolves Korean complaint in 24 hours
CLARK FREEPORT -- The Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC), a subsidiary of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority, has resolved a complaint of a Korean national against Customs personnel that went viral over Facebook.After learning about the issue, CIAC immediately conducted an investigation regarding the experience of Woo Seonkyung and her husband with Bureau of Customs (BOC) personnel and other crew at Clark airport last February 12.
21 Feb 2018 - Angeles City participates in climate change workshop
ANGELES CITY -- Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan and key members of the planning team from local government agencies participated in the four-day Local Climate Change Action Planning (LCCAP) organized by UN-Habitat Philippines on February 19 to 22 at the Century Hotel, Barangay Balibago.The four-day capacity building activity serves as guide to local government units through the steps of LCCAP formulation process, from assessment of their risks and vulnerabilities, setting targets, defining local priority actions for both adaptation and mitigation, to creating a climate action plan.
21 Feb 2018 - Dole exec to enforce laws on labor standards, relations
MABALACAT CITY -- A top official of the Department of Labor and Employment (Dole) in Central Luzon has vowed to enforce laws on labor standards and relations.During a media forum, dubbed "News at Hues" sponsored by Park Inn by Radisson Hotel and Pampanga Press Club (PPC), Dole-Central Luzon Director Ana Dione said this is included in the agency’s two programs.
21 Feb 2018 - 150 Porac students from Becuran High School get assistance
PAMAPNGA -- Vice Mayor Dexter David and Councilor Fritzie David-Dizon led the distribution of educational financial assistance to 150 Poraqueño beneficiaries at Becuran High School in Santa Rita town on Tuesday, February 20.The scholars are part of the number identified by the Municipal Government under its institutionalized assistance program.
21 Feb 2018 - Train law earns up to P1-B monthly tax from PCSO
PAMAPNGA -- The government is set to earn up to P1-billion monthly taxes from the various lottery games of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO).This is based on the 20-percent tax increase set by the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion Law (Train) law, said PCSO general manager Alexander Balutan on February 19.
21 Feb 2018 - Agri office, Mabalacat City celebrate farmers' day
PAMAPNGA -- The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the local government unit of Mabalacat City conducted the Farmers’ Day as part of the celebration of the Caragan Festival at the Jade Hall, Xevera, Tabun, Mabalacat City, recently.With a theme “Misasanmetung Tamu Para King Panyulung Da Reng Ortelanu,” the farmers’ day aimed to show the need to support the agriculture sector.
21 Feb 2018 - City of San Fernando gives free anti-rabies vaccine
PAMAPNGA -- The City of San Fernando’s agriculture and veterinary office conducted free anti-rabies vaccination for dogs on Wednesday, February 21, at Aurora Heights Subdivision in Barangay San Agustin.Residents availed themselves of the free anti-rabies shots for their pets.
21 Feb 2018 - Masantol LGU launches 'Guintu Ning Balen' awards
PAMAPNGA -- The local government unit (LGU) of Masantol is set to recognize individuals who have excelled in their respective fields, as it formally opened the nominations to the first ever most outstanding Masantoleño awards on February 19.Dubbed as the "Guintu Ning Balen" (Treasures of the Town), the body shall give noble and worthy recognition to all Masantoleños who brought glory, honor and pride to this fourth district town.
20 Feb 2018 - Korean hits Customs men for alleged rude behavior
CLARK FREEPORT -- A Korean national has assailed Bureau of Customs (BOC) personnel at Clark International Airport for their alleged rude behavior.The complaint of Woo Seonkyung, which was posted on her Facebook account, stemmed from her experience with BOC Clark officers who ordered her to pay for US$137 or P6,941 as tax for items worth US$677 she bought from a duty free shop at Incheon Airport, South Korea.
20 Feb 2018 - Foreign investment exodus seen with Train enforcement
CLARK FREEPORT -- Investors and locators inside the freeports of Clark and Subic have expressed apprehension that the full enforcement of the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (Train) will drive away existing and potential investors in the country.During a media forum at Midori Hotel last Monday, the locators stated the scrapping of benefits inside freeports and economic zones under the Train law will scare away foreign direct investments (FDIs).
20 Feb 2018 - 40 police personnel recognized during PNPs founding anniversary
PAMAPNGA -- Forty police personnel were given recognition for “uplifting” the image of the Philippine National Police during its 27th founding anniversary held at the Camp Olivas headquarters here.While Governor Lilia Pineda turned-over three vehicles to the PNP-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group-Central Luzon, PNP Aviation and Security Group, Pampanga SWAT and Provincial Mobile Force.
20 Feb 2018 - Businessman shot, wounded by motor riders
PAMAPNGA -- Two men riding on a motorcycle shot and wounded a businessman in a holdup in Barangay San Pablo, Sta. Ana, Pampanga, Monday, February 19.Authorities said Norway Santos of Barangay Sta. Lucia, Magalang town was on his way to pick-up and buy fish (tilapia) at a fishpond when held up by the suspects.
20 Feb 2018 - DA meets with Pampanga agriculturists
PAMAPNGA -- The Department of Agriculture (DA) here met with the different municipal agriculturists of the province in a bid to further strengthen the agriculture sector in Pampanga.The DA gathered municipal agriculturists from the 19 municipalities and three cities of the province at the DA Central Luzon conference room on February 15.
20 Feb 2018 - P47.8-M farm-to-market road breaks ground in Macabebe
PAMAPNGA -- A groundbreaking ceremony was held Tuesday, February 20 for the San Jose-Castuli farm-to-market road (FMR) at Barangay San Jose, this town. The PRDP is a national project under the DA that aims to establish a modern, value chain-oriented, and climate-resilient agriculture and fisheries sector.The project is funded by the World Bank, national government, and participating local government units.
20 Feb 2018 - Ps parent-leaders get cash grants
PAMAPNGA -- More than a hundred Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) parent-leaders from the 12 barangays of this town received P3,600 as annual allowance.A total of 104 parent-leaders were assigned to monitor the lifestyle of fellow 4Ps members and the amount serves as compensation for performing their duties, said Mayor Peter Nucom.
20 Feb 2018 - 43 cancer patients receive assistance from Capitol
PAMAPNGA -- At least 43 children diagnosed with cancer from Jose B. Lingad Regional Memorial Hospital (JBLRMH) received assistance from the Provincial Government amounting to P139,543.Elizabeth Baybayan, provincial social welfare development officer (PSWDO) led the distribution of assistance together with Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) Head Angelina Blanco held at Benigno Aquino Hall, Capitol Compound here.
19 Feb 2018 - Hero’s monument gets proper place at NLEx
PAMAPNGA -- Finally, the historical monument of Kapampangan hero Chief Justice Jose Abad Santos has found its proper place in a park near the North Luzon Expressway (NLEx) Interchange along Jose Abad Santos Avenue here. Last year, various groups and officials opposed the construction of the monument, which was located at the center island of the avenue.They cited the place was not befitting of a hero who sacrificed his life for democracy and freedom during the Japanese regime.
19 Feb 2018 - Lawmaker: Close 'polluting' plants along Quezon Road
PAMAPNGA -- Representative Juan Pablo Bondoc urged the local government of San Simon, headed by Mayor Leonora Wong, to close down all “polluting and defiant” industrial plants located along Quezon Road.This was amid the numerous complaints aired by residents of Barangay San Isidro against the industrial plants, as well as the alleged various environmental violations they committed as identified by the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB).
19 Feb 2018 - 6 members of Akyat Bahay gang arrested
PAMAPNGA -- Six suspected Akyat Bahay members, including two minors, were arrested while illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, as well as various identification cards (IDs) and passports were confiscated during a drug bust conducted by police in Angeles City over the weekend.Joint operatives of Angeles City Police Drug Enforcement Unit and Angeles City Police Station arrested Dennis Laxamana, 38, and Marlon Acuna, 34, both Angeles City residents; Abelardo Galang, 32, of Magalang town; Shanice Canasa, 24; and two minors.
19 Feb 2018 - City of San Fernando commends traffic enforcer
PAMAPNGA -- The City Government of San Fernando commended on Monday, February 19, Monico B. Sta. Ana of the Traffic Management Division under the Public Order and Safety Coordinating Office for his exemplary contribution in the immediate arrest of a robbery suspect.The robbery happened in a beauty product store along B. Mendoza Street, Barangay Sto. Rosario Poblacion, in the City of San Fernando.
17 Feb 2018 - Central Luzon police join nationwide earthquake drill
PAMAPNGA -- The Police Regional Office (PRO)-Central Luzon joined in the conduct of the first nationwide simultaneous earthquake drill held Thursday afternoon.Chief Superintendent Amador Corpus, PRO director, said the earthquake drill and simulation aims to help prepare Philippine National Police (PNP) personnel and other employees inside the camp for an earthquake.
17 Feb 2018 - Provide quality education for the youth -- Mamac
ANGELES CITY --- A village chief in this city has underscored the need to provide quality education for the youth.Rodelio “Tony” Mamac, chairman of Barangay Balibago, said this during the distribution of scholarship certificates to more than 500 high school students yesterday.
17 Feb 2018 - Subic Freeport to host Ad Summit 2018
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – The country’s biggest annual advertising convention will return here next month with the staging of the 2018 Ad Summit Pilipinas on March 7 to 10 at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center (SBECC).According to Wilma Eisma, chairman and administrator of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), she has signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) on Tuesday with officials of the Association of Accredited Advertising Agencies (4As) for the holding of said event here for the third time.
17 Feb 2018 - More cops to roam Angeles City streets
ANGELES CITY --- The police director in this city has assured that more policemen will roam the streets in line with the police visibility for crime prevention.Senior Superintendent Enrico Vargas, the city’s police director, made the assurance during the recent meeting dubbed “First Quarter City Advisory Council (CAC) for Police Transformation and Development 2018.”
17 Feb 2018 - Cops urged to ‘visit’ renovated chapel
ANGELES CITY -- Police Office (ACPO) Officer-in-Charge Senior Superintendent Enrico Vargas and Police Regional Office III (PRO-3) Director Chief Superintendent Amador Corpus on Wednesday urged police personnel to regularly “visit” the newly renovated chapel of the police outfit.“The establishment of the chapel in this camp is to recognize our Almighty’s graces for the men and women of Angeles City Police Office,” Vargas said.
16 Feb 2018 - Water execs challenged: Live in villages without water
ANGELES CITY -- A city councilor here has challenged officials of the Angeles City Water District (ACWD) to live in the two villages affected by month-long water shortage.Councilor Jesus “Jay” Sangil has dared the ACWD officials, led by President Reynaldo Liwanag, to live for a month in Barangays Margot and Sapangbago to experience the sufferings of the residents.
16 Feb 2018 - Angeles City reaps excellence awards for health
ANGELES CITY -- The local government under the leadership of Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan, has once again gained recognition from the Department of Health (DoH) during the 6th Central Luzon Excellence Awards for Health (CLExAH) 2017 at the Royce Hotel, Clark Freeport Zone on February 13.With the theme, “Sustaining Excellence in Health in 2017 and beyond…” the ceremony aims to recognize the efforts of all the doctors and nurses in different regions in Central Luzon who have been continuously delivering quality medical services to the people.
16 Feb 2018 - Transport groups air opposition against PUV modernization anew
ANGELES CITY -- Transport groups in Central Luzon have reiterated their strong opposition against the government’s public utility vehicle (PUV) modernization program.Jeepney drivers and operators belonging to the Samahan Ng MGa Tsuper at Operator Tutol Sa Phase Out (Stop) and the Confederation of Passenger Transport of Central Luzon trooped to the City Council last Tuesday to seek the support of the city officials.
16 Feb 2018 - UP-CCA fashion gala highlights Filipino-Chinese cultural ties
ANGELES CITY -- In celebration of the Chinese Spring Festival, the University of the Philippines – Confucius Institute (UP-CI) and the City College of Angeles (CCA) staged on Thursday a fashion show highlighting the rich Chinese and Filipino culture, arts, and tapestry.According to CCA President Dr. Richard Daenos, the event stands as “a great opportunity not only to get familiar and promote Filipino culture but also to delve on other cultures as well as a way to build camaraderie, friendship and unity.”
16 Feb 2018 - SBMA, Ad Summit Pilipinas 2018 sign pact
SUBIC BAY -– The Subic Bay Freeport will host the Ad Summit Pilipinas 2018, the biggest advertising and marketing convention in the country, for the third consecutive time.The agreement was signed Tuesday, February 13, by Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) chairman and CEO lawyer Wilma Eisma, Ad Summit Pilipinas 2018 chairman Norman Agatep, 4As Philippines chairman Bong Pacia and 4As president Sue Ann Nolido in a simple ceremony held at Mansion Garden Hotel here.
16 Feb 2018 - 19 couples tie the knot on Valentine’s Day in Masantol
PAMAPNGA -- Love is really in the air as 19 couples from different barangays here sealed their life-long relationships in a mass wedding ceremony sponsored by Mayor Danilo Guintu in time for Valentine’s Day.The “Kasalang Bayan sa Araw ng mga Puso,” which was held at the Municipal Training Center on February 14, aimed at assisting couples whose dream is to have a “law-bound and God-blessed” relationship but cannot afford the wedding expenses.
16 Feb 2018 - SM joins nationwide simultaneous earthquake drill
PAMAPNGA -- SM malls in Pampanga and Bulacan joined the recent Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED), a quarterly National Distaste Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)-led activity that seeks to educate the public on disaster preparedness against earthquakes and to showcase government capability on disaster response.SM malls in Pampanga and San Fernando Downtown held simulations on earthquake and evacuation participated by employees, tenants and staff on its continuous promotion in providing education and awareness to its frontliners and partners on these natural and/or man-made catastrophe by conducting regular seminars on safety and evacuation.
15 Feb 2018 - Bizmen want ‘status quo’ on transfer of NGCP lines
PAMAPNGA -- Stakeholders represented by various landowners and businessmen want a “status quo” on the relocation of the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines’ (NGCP) high-voltage transmission lines inside their respective property lines along Jose Abad Santos Avenue in this city.In a meeting held at Carworld Pampanga Thursday, Marco Hizon, who represented Hizon Group of Companies voiced out his concern over the possible impacts and hazards once the relocation of the Hermosa-Duhat transmission line is implemented.
15 Feb 2018 - Cruise ship to ferry more tourists to Subic
SUBIC BAY -— The arrival Saturday of Italian cruise ship Costa Atlantica marks Subic’s aim to bring more tourists to the Freeport.Costa Atlantica’s arrival is first of the 15 cruise ships expected in the Freeport this year.
15 Feb 2018 - 37 Angeleños complete Pes skills training program
ANGELES CITY - Some 37 beneficiaries in this city graduated on Wednesday, marking the completion of their Livelihood and Skills Training being rendered by the Public Employment and Services Office (Peso).In partnership with the Junior Chambers International Angeles City Culiat chapter (JCI- Angeles Culiat), the fitting graduation rites were held at Robinson’s Place Angeles.
15 Feb 2018 - CDC gets award for health services
CLARK FREEPORT -— The Clark Development Corporation (CDC) has received an award from the Department of Health (DOH) for implementing health programs.The DOH Region III conferred on CDC awards for Public Health and Emergency Medical Services for supporting the health agency’s commitment to the Philippine Health Agenda.
15 Feb 2018 - Pampanga top cop hands out roses to folks
PAMAPNGA -- Pampanga’s top cop truly has a heart for common folks and the women under his command. This, as Pampanga Police Provincial Office (PPPO) Acting Provincial Director PSSupt.Joel Rentoy Consulta on Wednesday, Valentine’s Day, went out of his office to personally hand out roses to commuters and motorists along Capitol Boulevard in this city, as well as to policewomen at PPPO.
15 Feb 2018 - Environmentalist: Protect watershed areas
ANGELES CITY -- An environmentalist has called on local officials, government agencies, and the private sector to unite in protecting the watershed areas in Clark.Louie Reyes, a former city councilor and head of the Green Youth Brigade, issued the statement following the water shortage in two villages including Sapangbato and Margot here.
14 Feb 2018 - Supply of Pampanga sand low, dwindling
PAMAPNGA -- After hurdling the P2 billion revenue target poised by Governor Lilia Pineda last year, quarry stakeholders in the province are facing a bigger challenge as the supply of Pampanga’s “white gold” or high quality sand continues to dwindle.On Wednesday, Provincial Government Environment and Natural Resources Office (PGenro) chief Engr. Art Punsalan disclosed that that there is a shortage of supply of sand and some quarry materials in the province and that immediate measures and interventions would have to be put in place to strictly regulate quarrying operations.
14 Feb 2018 - Cops lauded for exceptional response
PAMAPNGA -- Eight police officers in the City of San Fernando were recognized by the local government, through its City Police Station, for their diligent effort and timely response in different crime incidents reported in January.The awarding was led by Mayor Edwin “EdSa” Santiago, Vice-Mayor Jimmy Lazatin, councilors Nelson Lingat and Harvey Quiwa together with Deputy Chief of Police Police Chief Inspector Philip John Pineda.
14 Feb 2018 - Mayor opposes reopening of steel plant
PAMAPNGA -- “Hangga’t ako ang mayor dito, hindi ko mapapayagan na makapag-operate muli ang Stronghold Steel Corporation dito sa bayan ko (As long as I am the mayor here, I will never allow the Stronghold Steel Corporation to operate again in my town).”This was the statement of Mayor Peter Nucom of Apalit town over the planned reopening of Stronghold Steel Corporation, a smelting plant located along MacArthur Highway in Barangay Paligui here.
14 Feb 2018 - New case vs Luisita farmers condemned
MABALACAT CITY -- The Unyon ng mga Manggagawa sa Agrikultura (UMA) has condemned the new case filed by the Luisita Land Corporation (LLC) against 15 farmers in Hacienda Luisita.UMA, in a press statement, claimed that the farmers were merely asserting their rights to cultivate lands already declared by the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) for land distribution.
14 Feb 2018 - Central Luzon contributes 19% to 2017 national rice production
PAMAPNGA -- The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) recently disclosed that Central Luzon contributed at least 19 percent to the country’s total rice production.The data released by the PSA showed an increase of 1.65 millon metric tons (MT) to the national rice production for the year 2017 compared to the 2016 production.
13 Feb 2018 - Clark posts P1-billion 2017 net income
CLARK FREEPORT -- The Clark Development Corporation (CDC) has recorded P1-billion net income in 2017.Clark Freeport’s net income of P1.01-billion in 2017 reflected a 32 percent increase from its 2016 net income of P738-million.
13 Feb 2018 - Alumnus organizes free medical, dental mission for public school
PAMAPNGA -- As a way of giving back to his alma mater, Sto. Niño Elementary School alumnus Perlito “Dong” Dagdag Jr. on Tuesday organized a free medical and dental mission for the benefit of students and residents of Barangay Sto. Niño.Dagdag, who finished his primary level in the said school in 1996, said that the institution always had a special place in his heart as it played a huge role in making his childhood days fun and memorable.
13 Feb 2018 - 100 Fernandino couples tie the knot in ‘Kasalan King Balen’
PAMAPNGA -- A total of 100 Fernandino couples were wed in the “Kasalan king Balen” (mass wedding) officiated by Mayor Edwin “Edsa” Santiago and sponsored by the City Government of San Fernando through its Community Affairs Division over the weekend at SM City Pampanga.The mass wedding, which is in line with the celebration of the 17th Cityhood Charter Anniversary celebration and pre-Valentine’s Day bash, aims to help the couples who cannot afford the wedding expenses yet want to have a legitimate relationship as husband and wife in the eyes of the law and of the Lord.
13 Feb 2018 - Angeles City barangay chief airs support to Oplan Tokhang
ANGELES CITY -- A village chairman in this city has expressed support to the government’s anti-illegal drugs drive dubbed Oplan Tokhang recently restored by the Philippine National Police (PNP).Barangay Balibago Chairman Rodelio “Tony” Mamac, a retired police officer, said that Oplan Tokhang has been proven to be effective.
12 Feb 2018 - Sasmuan folk help demolition victims
PAMAPNGA -- Residents in Barangay San Antonio, Sasmuan town have been contributing money and other resources to help residents who were affected by the demolition in the said village.The affected residents were displaced by the demolition of 16 houses situated in a land in Barangay San Antonio reportedly owned by former Pampanga Board member Catalina Bagasina.
12 Feb 2018 - Village health workers get pedicabs from DOH
PAMAPNGA -- The Department of Health (DOH), in collaboration with the Provincial Health Office (PHO), distributed on Monday 51 pedicabs (tricycles) to the top performing Barangay Health Workers (BHW) in 19 municipalities and two cities in Pampanga province.Governor Lilia Pineda and PHO officer Dr. Marcelo Jaochico led the distribution at the Capitol grounds.
12 Feb 2018 - Fernandina teacher wins storybook writing tilts
PAMAPNGA -- A kindergarten teacher from City of San Fernando was recognized on Monday by the City Government for winning in two storybook writing competitions recently.Rina Limbitco, a kindergarten teacher at Bulaon Elementary School, won in the competitions with her entry “Si Dinong Bulagsak.”
12 Feb 2018 - Porac mayor won’t retire from politics yet
PAMAPNGA -- Porac town Mayor Condralito dela Cruz is not about to turn his back on politics and if in case there is no shift into a different form of government in 2019, the three term mayor said he will keep his options open. Dela Cruz said that he will keep his options open for another try at local politics.Dela Cruz said that it would be difficult to ignore the call of the people to serve.
12 Feb 2018 - CDC to help construct Mabalacat City College’s gym
CLARK FREEPORT — Clark Development Corporation (CDC) will help in the construction of a P3.4-million multi-purpose gymnasium for a community college in Mabalacat City in Pampanga.In the signing of a memorandum of agreement between CDC president and CEO Noel F. Manankil and Mabalacat City Mayor Crisostomo Garbo, the state-owned firm will allot P1.5-million for the construction of the gym of Mabalacat City College (MCC).
12 Feb 2018 - Ospital ning Angeles acquires additional ambulances
ANGELES CITY – Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan and Vice Mayor Bryan Matthew Nepomuceno led the turnover ceremony of two new ambulances to the Ospital ning Angeles (ONA) on Monday at the city hall compound. “Our emergency response team can now accommodate more patients with the new ambulances.We are very thankful to our local government for extending help and assistance to our hospital and patients,” said Dr. Rodel Dungca, ONA officer-in-charge.
12 Feb 2018 - Central Luzon police gets new service motorcycles
PAMAPNGA -- As part of the capability enhancement initiative of the Philippine National Police, the Police Regional Office (PRO)-Central Luzon on Monday received 16 newly acquired service motorcycles.The turnover of the Kawasaki Rouser 135 (Bajaj) motorcycles was held Monday morning at the parade grounds of Camp Olivas in this city.
12 Feb 2018 - Pampanga Mayors League prexy optimistic on Megalopolis plan
PAMAPNGA -- Lubao Mayor and Pampanga Mayors League (PML) President Mylyn Pineda-Cayabyab over the weekend said she is optimistic and positive that the Pampanga Megalopolis plan is doable in a long-term development period. “Naniwala po ako na handa na ang ating probinsya.Alam ko pong kakayanin natin,” she said as she affirmed that the comprehensive master plan, drafted by renowned architect and urban planner Felino Falafox, will be backed and fully supported by local government leaders.
11 Feb 2018 - 20,000 Angeles residents affected by water crisis
ANGELES CITY --- More than 20,000 residents in two villages here are affected by the water crisis.This was disclosed by Councilor Jesus "Jay" Sangil, who told SunStar Pampanga that the Angeles CIty Water District (ACWD) should resolve the issue immediately in order to save the residents of Barangay Margot and Sapangbato from possible health problems.
11 Feb 2018 - SBMA remits P147-M revenue shares to 8 cities, towns
SUBIC BAY -— The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) recently released a total of P147 million of revenue shares to eight local government units (LGUs) adjacent to the freeport.SBMA Chairman and Administrator Wilma T. Eisma said the revenue shares were given to help finance development projects on health, education, peace and order, and livelihood programs.
11 Feb 2018 - Bacolor mayor blames lahar warning for lack of investors
PAMAPNGA -- Bacolor town Mayor Jose Mari “Jomar” Hizon is blaming the stalled economic development of his town to the warning issued by Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) Director Renato Solidum in 2016 on the possibility of lahar flows during heavy rains.Hizon claimed that Solidum's "unsolicited statements" scared away potential investors and cost his town a lot of business and development opportunities.
10 Feb 2018 - 'Renovation' of closed steel plant suspended
PAMAPNGA -- Members of the Apalit Municipal Council ordered on February 7 the suspension of alleged “renovation” works being done at a closed steel plant in the town for lack of necessary permits.Nearly three years since it was closed down, the local government of Apalit conducted an ocular inspection of the Stronghold Steel Corporation plant located along MacArthur Highway in Barangay Paligui after the councilors were alarmed over the supposed “renovation” activities that were seen and monitored inside the smelting plant without the knowledge of the local government.
10 Feb 2018 - Guv vows realization of megalopolis plan
PAMAPNGA -- Governor Lilia Pineda vowed that she will "accept the responsibility in ensuring the proper and effective implementation and realization of the Pampanga Megalopolis plan."Pineda received the Province’s masterplan for development, dubbed as “Pampanga Megalopolis Plan,” on February 8 at the LausGroup Event Centre here.
10 Feb 2018 - Central Luzon schools to get computers from DepEd
PAMAPNGA -- A total of 66 “un-energized” public elementary and secondary schools in Central Luzon are set to receive their respective Department of Education (DepEd) Computerization Program (DCP) Packages this February.The off-grid solar electric power systems and ICT equipment package include seven units of two-in-one tablet, one wireless router, one cable and peripherals laptop, three units of photovoltaic modules (solar panels), mounting structure, charge controller, inverter, and energy storage battery.
10 Feb 2018 - Candaba farmers finish training under agri-radio program
PAMAPNGA -- Members of the Bambang Multi-Purpose Cooperative (BMPC) graduated from the “Maparalang Ortelanu” School-on-the-Air (SOA) radio program in Barangay Bambang in Candaba on Friday, February 9.A total 35 farmers participated in the radio program aired at dwRW 95.1 FM from October 2017 to January 2018 in collaboration of the Department of Agriculture Central Luzon with the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice).
10 Feb 2018 - Angeleño seniors get social pension
PAMAPNGA -- Some 859 indigent senior citizens in Angeles City received on Thursday, February 8, their P1.4-million social pension from the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO).The elderly who are not receiving any social pension from the government received P1,500 each from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), said Social Welfare Officer Joy Duaso.
10 Feb 2018 - DPWH constructing access roads to New Clark City
PAMAPNGA -- Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)-Central Luzon Director Antonio Molano Jr. said Friday, February 9, that they are now constructing access roads leading to the New Clark City (NCC) in Capas, Tarlac.The roads include the NCC-MacArthur Access Road and Bridges amounting to P233.130 million.
9 Feb 2018 - 2 Angeles City villages under state of calamity
ANGELES CITY -- Two villages here have been placed under a state of calamity on Thursday, February 8, due to severe shortage of potable water.Barangays Sapangbato and Margot have been placed under a state of calamity by the Angeles City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (ACDRRMC) after a meeting led by Acting Mayor Bryan Matthew Nepomuceno with representatives from the city council, concerned villages, public health and safety sector, and water utility service providers.
9 Feb 2018 - CIAC workers: Include us in Clark airport development
CLARK FREEPORT -- Employees of the Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC) have expressed their sentiments over the airport privatization plan by the national government.The airport workers, belonging to the Samahan Ng Mga Manggagawa ng Diosdado Macapagal International Airport (SMD), has set a series of activities to air their grievances.
9 Feb 2018 - Megalopolis plan beneficial to Pampanga’s business sector
PAMAPNGA -- The Megalopolis plan drafted by renowned Filipino architect and urban planner Felino Palafox, Jr. will be beneficial to the business sector of the province.This was according to Pampanga Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (PamCham) President Jess Nicdao who noted that the comprehensive master plan will help increase the growth potential of Pampanga.
9 Feb 2018 - Pampanga kicks-off megalopolis project
PAMAPNGA -- Government officials and various stakeholders hit the ground running yesterday after the 50-year development plan that is envisioned to optimize the potential of Pampanga as an urban growth center, as well as address the major issues and concerns it faces, was finally turned over to the Provincial Government here, kicking off the Pampanga megalopolis project.Dubbed the “Pampanga Megalopolis Plan,” the comprehensive development plan made by renowned urban planner Architect Felino “Jun” Palafox, Jr. is expected to position Pampanga as the strongest counter-magnet to the now problematic Metro Manila.
9 Feb 2018 - Angeles City observes civil registration month
ANGELES CITY -- in line with the celebration of the Civil Registration Month this February with the theme #napapanahongCRVS, the Angeles City Civil Registry Office (ACCRO) has lined up several activities to highlight the annual celebration.This year’s theme, “#napapanahongCRVS”, stresses the importance of up-to-date and accurate civil registration and vital statistics in the formulation and implementation of government programs that are aimed at improving the lives of the Filipino people.
9 Feb 2018 - Netizens choose Top 10 Cebu Pacific destinations
CLARK FREEPORT -- Cebu Pacific (CEB) has announced the top ten destinations picked by millions of netizens who participated in the #CEBFlyMeTo campaign.The breakthrough campaign utilized crowdsourcing to find out from netizens which destinations in the Philippines they would want Cebu Pacific to fly next.
9 Feb 2018 - PHO dental health serves 35,885 in 2017
PAMAPNGA -- A total of 35,885 kabalens from the 18 municipalities of the province were served by the Provincial Health Office (PHO) under the Preventive Dental Health Management System.According to Dr. Thricia Sunglao, provincial dental supervisor, they have accomplished at least 75 dental missions from February to December in 2017.
9 Feb 2018 - DOT targets 5-M tourist arrivals in 2018
CLARK FREEPORT -- The Department of Tourism (DOT) is targeting at least five million tourist arrivals in Central Luzon this year.This was learned from DOT-Central Luzon Director Carol Uy during the monthly media forum of the Pampanga Press Club at Widus Hotel and Casino on Wednesday, February 7.
9 Feb 2018 - Masantol intensifies curfew hours
PAMAPNGA -- In an aim to lessen crime incidents involving minors in this town, the local government here has intensified the implementation of its curfew hours.According to Mayor Danilo Guintu, the curfew hours run from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. and cover all individuals, particularly minors, who are roaming the streets of Masantol without any official business.
7 Feb 2018 - Government, SM urged to reconcile on Paskuhan
PAMAPNGA -- The Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. (PamCham) is urging the government and management of Premier Central Incorporated (PCI), a subsidiary of SM Prime Holdings Corporation, to hold reconciliatory talks regarding the future and development of Paskuhan Village along Jose Abad Santos Avenue in the City of San Fernando.PCI acquired the Paskuhan Village last year.
7 Feb 2018 - DENR to public: Protect wetland areas in Central Luzon
MABALACAT CITY -- The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has urged the public to protect wetland areas in Central Luzon that serve as habitat of migratory birds from other countries during October to March.DENR Central Luzon Director Francisco Milla said wetlands are critical parts of the natural environment and ecological system.
7 Feb 2018 - Rotary Club of San Fernando names outstanding LGU employees
PAMAPNGA -- The Rotary Club of San Fernando (Pampanga), in partnership with the local government, named on February 5 the recipients of the first “The Outstanding Public Service” (Tops) award.Awarded were Alicia Dungca for Early Childhood Care and Development category, Evelyn Manabat for Health Care Services category, Bernan Bie for Utility Services category, and Police Officer 3 Edwin Abad for Public Order and Safety category.
7 Feb 2018 - Youth urged to participate in city affairs
PAMAPNGA -- The City Government here encouraged the youth sector to participate in its youth social actions and programs since they are considered the “backbone of society.”During the recent Kaganapan Youth Parade, Mayor Edwin Santiago said it is important that people should listen and recognize the voices of the youth today toward the achievement of development in the city.
7 Feb 2018 - Agri office launches program for Nolcom soldiers
PAMAPNGA -- Soldiers will now have additional means of income as the Department of Agriculture (DA) in the City of San Fernando launched the “Sundalo na, Magsasaka pa” program during the signing of a memorandum of agreement at Camp General Sevillano Aquino in Tarlac City.The activity is an extension project for the soldiers and families of the Northern Luzon Command (Nolcom).
7 Feb 2018 - Foundation gives joy to mountain villages
PAMAPNGA -- The AIM Global Philippines and Alive Foundation recently held a community outreach program for Barangay Diaz and Villa Maria in Porac in a bid to help in the lives of the local Aeta communities. Always Live in Victory Everyday (Alive) Foundation is the charitable arm of Alliance in Motion Global.The company is not just a typical business, but also focused on different charitable efforts.
7 Feb 2018 - 1,975 PWDs receive P4.9-M educational assistance
PAMAPNGA -- A total of 1,975 persons with disabilities (PWDs) were given P4,937,500 educational financial assistance by the Provincial Government of Pampanga through the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) recently. The distribution held at Bren Z.Guiao Convention Center was led by Governor Lilia Pineda, together with second district Representative Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and Board Members Fritzie David-Dizon, Cherry Manalo and Benny Jocson.
7 Feb 2018 - AirAsia flights to spur arts, culture, travel exchanges
CLARK FREEPORT -- Various stakeholders in arts, culture, tourism and travel have expressed optimism on the contribution of new flights at the Clark International Airport.This, following the latest domestic flights recently launched by Philippines AirAsia, which now makes Clark airport as one of the busiest airports in the Philippines.
5 Feb 2018 - Reporters get Chinese art lessons
PAMAPNGA -- Reporters took an afternoon off from beating their regular deadlines by participating in the Chinese watercolor painting lessons provided by the Chan Lim family and students at SM City Pampanga on Sunday.The event was part of the exhibit dubbed "An Exhibit of Chinese and Western Paintings" by the Chan Lim family of artists and students. The exhibit was participated in by 40 artists and some students and enthusiasts who joined the free Chinese painting workshop on opening day.
5 Feb 2018 - AUF hosts 3rd Pampanga Media Congress
ANGELES CITY -- Students from various high schools, colleges and universities from this city attended a Media Congress hosted by the Angeles University Foundation (AUF) over the week.The conduct of the Third Pampanga Media Congress, held at AUF’s Sports and Cultural Center (SCC), was led by the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), Samahan ng Mag-aaral sa Komunikasyon (SAMASKOM), in collaboration with media practitioners from GMA and ABS-CBN.
5 Feb 2018 - San Fernando mayor promotes cycling in the city
PAMAPNGA -- With an aim to improve the quality of life of Fernandinos, Mayor Edwin Santiago urged everyone to engage themselves in cycling culture.The city mayor mentioned this over the weekend during the “Padyak para sa Kalusugan at Kalikasan,” an annual cycling caravan held in line with the celebration of the 17th Cityhood Anniversary of San Fernando, that aims to promote good health and a greener environment.
5 Feb 2018 - Angeles City mayor commends CCA IT whiz
ANGELES CITY -- Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan yesterday extended his congratulations to an Angeleño lad for giving pride and recognition to the City College of Angeles (CCA).Lemuel Flores, a fourth year BS Information Systems student of CCA has once again reaped another award after competing in the recent TORO Inter-School IT Elite Challenge held on January 30, 2018 at the Holy Angel University where he garnered a score with only two points difference from the champion school.
5 Feb 2018 - Arroyo pushes for construction of cruise ports
ANGELES CITY -- Former President and current Pampanga Second District Representative Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo is pushing for the construction of cruise ports in major coastal provinces of the country. “If the cruise ports are constructed, the Philippines will further open its gateway for more Chinese tourists.Data from the Department of Tourism showed that China is our third largest source of tourists,” she said during a luncheon she hosted Friday for the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (Youxie) and Association for Philippine-China Understanding (APCU).
5 Feb 2018 - Capitol extends aid to families of Dengvaxia recipients
PAMAPNGA -- The Provincial Government of Pampanga through the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) has extended financial aid and food assistance to the families of the three school-children who allegedly died due to the controversial Dengvaxia, an anti-dengue vaccine. The families of Wendell Cueller, 10 years old from Magalang; Kristine Jane Magtira, 12, from Candaba; and Jica Juliana Domingo, 12 from Masantol each received P10,000 financial assistance from the Capitol and another P10,000 from Governor Lilia Pineda.They were also given one cavan of rice and two boxes of mamon or sponge cake.
5 Feb 2018 - Bondoc ‘still undecided’ on 2019 governor post
PAMAPNGA -- Despite the statement made by President Rodrigo Duterte’s party, Fourth District Representative Juan Pablo “Rimpy” Bondoc continues to evade questions on his possible candidacy for Pampanga governor in 2019.Bondoc, who also serves as the Lower House’s Senior Deputy Majority Leader, was recently endorsed by Partido Laban Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan (PDP-Laban) as its “most likely” official candidate for governorship should he run for the position.
4 Feb 2018 - 50 hearing aid kabalen beneficiaries undergo aftercare
PAMAPNGA -- Some 150 hearing aid kabalen beneficiaries benefited from the aftercare activity conducted by Starkey Foundation based in Minnesota, USA.The aftercare activity, a project of the provincial government through the Provincial Health Office (PHO) targeted children beneficiaries aged three years old and above and adults below 70 years old.
4 Feb 2018 - Fernandinos donate blood to save lives
PAMAPNGA -- Fernandinos on Friday volunteered to donate blood to save lives of others in emergency situations.The City Health Office and the Jose B. Lingad Regional Memorial Hospital partnered for the bloodletting at the city hall atrium, as part of the celebration of 17th Cityhood Charter Anniversary or Kaganapan 2018.
4 Feb 2018 - Capitol’s ‘Barangayan’ kicks off in Floridablanca
PAMAPNGA -- The Provincial Government’s “Barangayan 2018” kicked off on Wednesday, visiting the five villages of Floridablanca to bring the programs and services of the Capitol closer and attuned to the needs of the people.The Barangayan was led by Governor Lilia Pineda and Second District Representative Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo with the department heads of the Capitol together with the personnel of the Provincial Health Office (PHO), Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO), Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) and General Services Office who converged their resources for the benefit of the target beneficiaries.
4 Feb 2018 - San Fernando City holds citywide clean up day
PAMAPNGA -- The City Government of San Fernando on Thursday conducted its regular citywide clean up day as part of the celebration of the 17th Cityhood Charter Anniversary or Kaganapan 2018.Mayor Edwin Santiago, the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (Cenro) and city officials led the clean up day themed “Pagkalinga sa Kalikasan at Kapaligiran, Kaligtasan ng Buhay ay Makakamtan.”
3 Feb 2018 - Clark airport employees want ‘privatization’ details
CLARK FREEPORT —- Some 300 employees of the state-run Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC) over the weekend asked the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) about details of an alleged “privatization plan” for Clark International Airport.Members of the Samahan ng mga Manggagawa ng DMIA (SMD), during a lunch break prayer rally, asked officials of the BCDA to share with them details of the supposed plan to privatize the Clark airport.
3 Feb 2018 - Kaganapan exhibit fuses traditional, contemporary art
PAMAPNGA -- Whether you are an artist looking for inspiration or just an enthusiast of the arts, the City Government of San Fernando has an exciting treat for you!More than a dozen works of visual arts including paintings, old photographs and conceptual arts made by famed and upcoming artists here are now on display at the historical San Fernando Train Station in time for the National Arts Month celebration.
3 Feb 2018 - Women cops help inmate give birth
ANGELES CITY -- Two policewomen helped an inmate deliver a baby at the Angeles City Police Station 1 located at Barangay Sto. Rosario, Angeles City recently.Authorities said that at around 9:20 am on January 30 while SPO4 Evelyn Pineda was attending to a walk-in client, she heard what sounded like labor cries emanating from the female custodial facility cell.
3 Feb 2018 - Cimatu sets priorities for the environment
PAMAPNGA -- Clean air, clean water and solid waste management are among the top environmental priorities of environment secretary Roy Cimatu, which he announced during the recently concluded management conference or “new year’s call” held at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) head office in Quezon City and was attended by DENR’s top officials, including regional directors all over the country, environment officials here disclosed.Francisco Milla, Jr., regional director of DENR in Central Luzon said that the environment chief has ten priority programs to protect and sustainably manage the environment and natural resources of the country.
3 Feb 2018 - San Fernando celebrates village’s 15th founding anniversary
PAMAPNGA -- The northern village of Pulung Bulu in this city over the weekend marked its 15th founding anniversary.Mayor Edwin Santiago, together with Councilor BJ Lagman, Kaganapan 2018 Chairperson Jun Pineda and Pulung Bulu Barangay Chairman Ernesto Carreon, Jr. led a simple celebration where various health and social services of the city government were offered to residents there.
3 Feb 2018 - DA welcomes Chinese investors for collaboration
PAMAPNGA -- Delegates from the People’s Republic of China visited the country recently and were welcomed by the Department of Agriculture (DA) in Central Luzon.The delegates visited the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice), Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija for possible partnership in agriculture development.
3 Feb 2018 - SSS opens payment reference number helpline 24/7
PAMAPNGA -- Social Security System (SSS) members may now get their Personal Reference Number (PRN) by calling the SSS PRN Helpline at 920-6446 to 55 or local Toll-free Hotline 1-800-10-2255-777 anytime from Mondays to Fridays.The SSS has recently announced the mandatory use of PRNs in the payment of members’ contributions in line with the implementation of the Real-time Posting of Contribution Payments (RTPC) project.
3 Feb 2018 - AirAsia celebrates inaugural flights
CLARK FREEPORT -- AirAsia is now flying from Clark to Tacloban, Puerto Princesa and Iloilo. The airline voted the World’s Best Low Cost Carrier for nine years running flew its maiden flight from Clark to Iloilo International Airport, the primary gateway to Western Visayas and Panay region, today with send-off ceremony attended by Clark International Airport Corporation President Alexander Cauguiran and DOT Regional Director Carol Uy.AirAsia Philippines Chief Pilot for Training and Standards Captain Darren Acorda said, “Today is indeed a wonderful day not only for us in AirAsia but for every kabalen traveller and the rest of Central and Northern Luzon and parts of Metro Manila who truly deserves nothing but only the best quality service, affordable airfare and efficient connectivity.”
3 Feb 2018 - ECC holds employment compensation program awareness for PNP personnel
ANGELES CITY -- Some 30 police officers stationed from different precincts in Angeles City were recently oriented on the Employees Compensation Program (ECP) by Employees Compensation Commission (ECC).The ECC, an attached agency of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), through its regional extension unit here, facilitated the orientation at the Angeles City PNP Headquarters.
2 Feb 2018 - BPO confers excellence award to City College of Angeles
ANGELES CITY -- City College of Angeles (CCA) received an excellence award from the international business process outsourcing (BPO) giant Sutherland Global Services.The Certificate of Excellence was given recently at Royce Hotel and Casino in Clark Freeport.
2 Feb 2018 - Ex-cop nabbed for drugs
ANGELES CITY -- A FORMER police officer who took an absence without leave (Awol) was arrested by joint operatives of Angeles City police and Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency-Central Luzon.The suspect, identified as Paul Francis Dizon, was formerly assigned at Police Station 6 in Angeles City before he went Awol from his duty.
2 Feb 2018 - Farmers benefit from CDC seedling dispersal
CLARK FREEPORT -- More than 1,000 farmers from two provinces in Central Luzon benefited from the seedling dispersal program of Clark Development Corporation (CDC).Under the program, dubbed as “Gulayan sa Bakuran Tulong sa Kabuhayan at Kalusugan,” CDC was able to disperse more than 64,000 assorted seedlings to farmers' associations in the provinces of Pampanga and Tarlac.
2 Feb 2018 - San Simon village gets new covered court
PAMAPNGA -- Residents of a village in San Simon will soon have a brand new multi-purpose facility.Government officials, including fourth district Representative Juan Pablo Bondoc, led the groundbreaking rites recently.
2 Feb 2018 - 47 drug suspects surrender
PAMAPNGA -- At least 47 drug personalities voluntarily surrendered to police authorities as Oplan Tokhang was implemented on January 29."The surrenderers submitted themselves to police authorities," said Chief Superintendent Amador Corpus, Police Regional Office (PRO)-Central Luzon director.
1 Feb 2018 - Motorists decry long queues at NLEx exits
PAMAPNGA -- Exasperating, irritating, time consuming and from worse to worst.This was how motorists lined up for hours Wednesday at the City of San Fernando exits of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEx) described the long queues at the toll booths near Paskuhan Village from the north and that from the south from Manila.
1 Feb 2018 - Apalit town officials destroy loud mufflers
PAMAPNGA -- More than two dozens of loud motorcycle mufflers recently confiscated by the local police were destroyed by local officials here on Monday in front of the municipal hall.Mayor Peter Nucom and Vice-Mayor Augusto Manlapaz led the ceremonial breaking of loud mufflers seized from motorcycles plying the thoroughfares of this town, particularly along MacArthur Highway.
1 Feb 2018 - Masantol empowers first responders
PAMAPNGA -- Barangay officials and personnel from the 26 barangays underwent an enhancement training seminar held at the municipal training center.Dubbed as “Bests or Barangay Enhancement Seminar and Training Skills,” the week-long activity was spearheaded by the Office of the Mayor, Department of Interior and Local Government, Association of Barangay Captains and the local police.
1 Feb 2018 - Capitol urges LGUs to update climate change action plan
CLARK FREEPORT -- Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) head Angelina Blanco pointed out that there is an immediate need to update the measures in responding to the “erratic weather changes” affecting the province.“We are gathered here not only as a show of compliance but more of a conscientious effort to do something about the erratic weather changes that impinge our local development and bring about more and stronger hazards,” she said.