Balibago News Oct-2017
31 Oct 2017 - Top cop assures public’s safety on All Saints’ Day
PAMPANGA -- The Police Regional Office (PRO)-Central Luzon on Monday, October 30, assured the public of intensified police operations to ensure safe and peaceful observance of All Saints’ and Souls’ Day.PRO-Central Luzon director Chief Superintendent Amador Corpus said that the whole Central Luzon police will be on full force to cover all cemeteries, transport terminals and other convergence points in the region.
31 Oct 2017 - Despite floods, Masantoleños still flock to cemeteries
PAMPANGA -- A day before the All Saints’ Day, cemeteries in this fourth district town were still submerged in at least ankle-deep flood waters.According to Mayor Danilo Guintu, pumping out water is not an option as the cemeteries were left behind by road upgrading projects implemented by the government around its vicinity.
31 Oct 2017 - 6 vehicles victimized by 'Basag Kotse' gang
PAMPANGA -- At least six vehicles were victimized by the so-called “Basag Kotse” group in a parking lot of Robinsons Starmills in Barangay San Jose, City of San Fernando, Pampanga, Friday night.Authorities here reported that those vehicles victimized were an Isuzu Sportivo SUV (XTM-444) owned by Melinda Clarin, 51, of Barangay San Vicente, Apalit; a Honda Civic Sedan (ZKA-795) by Ed Christopher David, 26, of Barangay Sta. Ines, Betis; a Nissan Juke (OXO-045) owned by Jamir Jazer Salita, 35, of Barangay Arenas, Arayat; and an Isuzu Crosswind, a Ford Escape and Mitsubishi Estrada whose owners were not immediately identified.
31 Oct 2017 - Pampanga trains 667 DRRM coordinators
PAMPANGA -- The Provincial Government of Pampanga recently trained some 667 disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) coordinators in schools to ensure the safety of students in the province.Vice Governor Dennis Pineda, vice chair of the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC), gave certificates of completion and first aid kits to 116 coordinators in simple rites at a PDRRMC warehouse at the provincial engineer’s compound in Barangay Sindalan here on Monday.
31 Oct 2017 - Advocacy group: ‘Bring back the fireflies’
CLARK FREEPORT -- An official of the Tour of the Fireflies (TOF), an environmental protection and cycling advocacy group, has underscored the need to “bring back the fireflies.”Pio Fortuno Jr., vice president of the Fireflies Brigade, stressed this during a press briefing at the Asia’s China Boy here the other day.
31 Oct 2017 - Clark Development Corporation donates classrooms in Porac
CLARK FREEPORT -- The Clark Development Corporation (CDC) is donating a two-storey school building to Manibaug Libutad Elementary School in nearby Porac town.A memorandum of agreement (MOA) was forged by the CDC, Municipality of Porac and the Department of Education (DepEd) Central Luzon for the project.
30 Oct 2017 - Thousands troop to Angeles City’s Tigtigan Terakan Keng Dalan
ANGELES CITY -- This year's Tigtigan Terakan Keng Dalan (TTKD) is expected to once again break existing records of attendance where an estimated crowd of more than 75,000 party-goers lined up the one-kilometer stretch of MacArthur Highway over the weekend to be a part of an event dubbed as the biggest street party in the whole country.During the opening salvo, Angeles City Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan, who heads the organizing committee of the annual street party, addressed the crowd on the importance and relevance of the TTKD to the city.
30 Oct 2017 - Alay Lakad Foundation continues to benefit OSYs
PAMPANGA -- For more than a decade now, the Alay Lakad Foundation continues to send hundreds of marginalized but deserving out-of-school youths (OSYs) to school through its annual walk for a cause.The foundation, together with the City Government of San Fernando, will once again host this year's Alay Lakad in an aim to provide financial assistance for the education of OSYs.
30 Oct 2017 - No power in parts of Pampanga during 'Undas'
PAMPANGA -- The municipality of Magalang and some villages of Mexico town such as Pandacaqui and Sapang Maisac will experience electric power interruption on Wednesday, November 1 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., as the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) will undertake maintenance works at its Mexico-Clark 69 KV Line 1.The said areas are under the power distribution coverage of the Pampanga I Electric Cooperative Inc. (Pelco I) which lamented the date of the scheduled power interruption which coincides with All Saints’ Day (Undas).
30 Oct 2017 - City of San Fernando holds 5th ‘Halo-Halloween’
PAMPANGA -- The City Hall of San Fernando over the weekend was transformed into a Halloween destination as it held “Halo-Halloween” Year 5.Cultural Enhancement Program City Human Resource Development Officer Rachelle Yusi said that instead of horror ideas, the participating offices were assigned to depict the popular Pinoy Fantaseryes, namely: Panday, Marina and Darna.
29 Oct 2017 - Legarda sustains support for MSMEs
PAMPANGA -- SENATOR Loren Legarda has increased funding support to expand and enhance the capabilities and competency of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by allocating P1 billion each for the proposed 2018 budgets of the Pondo Para sa Pagbabago of the Small Business Corporation and the Shared Services Facilities (SSF) program under the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).Legarda, principal sponsor and author of Republic Act No. 9501 or the Magna Carta for MSMEs and Chair of the Senate Committee on Finance, said that she supports the President’s vision on further unlocking the country’s growth potential or patuloy na pag-unlad.
29 Oct 2017 - OFWs sponsor feeding for Angeles City kids
ANGELES CITY -- A group of overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), in cooperation with the barangay council of Balibago, has sponsored a feeding program which benefitted more than 400 children in Barangay Balibago here.Balibago Chairman Tony Mamac said the feeding program was jointly conducted recently by barangays officials and some members of the BIGO/OFW, an association of Filipino workers in Qatar, Dubai, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong, and other parts of the world.
29 Oct 2017 - Kapampangan lawyer urges Sereno to resign
PAMPANGA -- Kapampangan lawyer and Vanguard of the Philippine Constitution, Inc. President Eligio Mallari over the weekend reiterated his call for Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno to resign.“Just resign to avoid the rigors and humiliation of the impeachment trial in the Senate,” Mallari said.
29 Oct 2017 - BCDA exec: Clark is a symbol of future Philippines
CLARK FREEPORT -- With billions of pesos on infrastructure developments and additional tourism estates being constructed here, Clark is a symbol of future Philippines, an official said.Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) President and CEO Vivencio Dizon stated this on the sidelines of the Association of South East Asian Nation (Asean) 11th Defence Ministers’ Meeting and 4th Asean Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus recently.
29 Oct 2017 - PNP to impose gun ban for Asean summit
PAMPANGA -- The Philippine National Police (PNP) will be implementing a 15-day gun ban in Metro Manila and Central Luzon.This is part of the security measures for the All Saints Day and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) summit next month.
28 Oct 2017 - 2,000 cops to secure cemeteries in Central Luzon
PAMPANGA -- At least 2,000 Philippine National Police (PNP) personnel were deployed early Saturday morning in various cemeteries and transport terminals as Police Regional Office (PRO)-Central Luzon implemented Oplan “Undas” 2017 to ensure public safety.Chief Superintendent Amador Corpus, PRO-Central Luzon director, said there are police assistance desks established to provide public assistance to missing persons particularly children.
28 Oct 2017 - PLDT to spend P11 billion to improve internet speed
MABALACAT CITY -- The PLDT Incorporated, led by tycoon Manny Pangilinan, will be spending P11 billion in the next two years to finance a modernization plan which includes the shift to fiber internet for a better internet speed.The budget was allotted to establish Fibr ports across the country and upgrade over 1.3 million subscribers to fiber optics cable from Digital Subscriber Line (DSL).
28 Oct 2017 - Cable Car Clark opening to feature Parokya ni Edgar
CLARK FREEPORT -- The grand launching of the Cable Car Clark on November 10 at the Tree Park of SM City Clark will highlight the performance of Filipino rock band Parokya Ni Edgar.The band is known for its original rock novelty songs and covers of popular foreign and local songs.
27 Oct 2017 - Robredo eyes launching of anti-poverty program
PAMPANGA -- Vice-President Leni Robredo is planning to extend her office's anti-poverty program in Central Luzon provinces.Robredo, who was in the province to attend the 30th anniversary of Talete King Panyulung Kapampangan Foundation, Inc. (TPKI) at Kingsborough International Convention Center on Friday, October 27, said the Office of the Vice President (OVP) is looking for partners in Central Luzon, particularly in Pampanga, that can help them download projects under the "Angat Buhay" program.
27 Oct 2017 - DTI: Do not be a victim of bogus online sellers
PAMPANGA -- An official of the Department of Trade and Industry Region III (DTI-Central Luzon) warned the public Friday, October 27, to avoid falling prey to bogus sellers in the online world.Consumer Welfare Protection Division Chief Ric Naguit, Jr. said that more Filipino consumers are becoming victims of cybercrime due to lack of education.
27 Oct 2017 - Pag-Ibig targets P1-B with member savings upgrading
CLARK FREEPORT -- The Pag-Ibig Fund is targeting P1-billion additional collection from the member savings upgrading program by May 2018.Emeterio B. Gonzales, Jr., Pag-Ibig Vice President for International Operations Group, said during the Employers General Assembly at the Hotel Stotsenberg Friday, October 27.
27 Oct 2017 - Pampanga police holds 'trick or treat’ for kids
PAMPANGA -- Police in complete uniform came trick-or treating kids of a day care center here a few days ahead of the Halloween on October 31.Trick-or-treating is a customary practice for children on Halloween in many countries. Children in scary costumes travel from house to house in order to ask for treats such as candy (or, in some cultures, money).
26 Oct 2017 - OFW wannabes warned vs illegal recruiters
PAMPANGA -- THE Provincial Government of Pampanga over has warned aspiring overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) against illegal recruiters promising employment and easy travel abroad.The warning came as more than 10 OFWs and their relatives went to the Capitol recently to report cases of illegal recruitment. The relatives also reported abuse and unfair labor practices subjected on their relatives by their employers.
26 Oct 2017 - P269-M Clark road widening completed
CLARK FREEPORT -- The Engineering Department of Clark Development Corporation (CDC) has reported the completion of the 11.8-kilometer road widening project worth P269 million.CDC president Noel Manankil said the state firm’s Construction and Management Division (CMD) stated that the three newly-widened major thoroughfares include the Manuel A. Roxas, Claro M. Rector, and Jose Abad Santos highways.
26 Oct 2017 - 20 Tarlac centenarians receive P100,000
PAMPANGA -- A Total of 20 Tarlac centenarians received on October 23 P100,000 each from the Provincial Government of Tarlac as part of its commitment to cite senior citizens who reach the 100-year-old mark.The financial incentive to Tarlac centenarians was the brainchild of Vice Governor Carlito David, who authored Provincial Ordinance 001-2016, which was passed by the Provincial Board last year.
26 Oct 2017 - 'Clark centerpiece of development, infra projects'
CLARK FREEPORT -- A director of the Clark Development Corporation (CDC) said Thursday, October 26, that the Freeport is the centerpiece of the government’s “Build, Build Build” project.“Central Luzon is very lucky because [it is where] the centerpiece of the Duterte government such as the ‘Build, Build, Build’ [was located]. I think Clark is the centerpiece and you can see on the development,” CDC Director Edwin Rodriguez said during Thursday's topping off ceremony of the Marriott Hotel Clark, the first five-star hotel north of Metro Manila.
26 Oct 2017 - Guv pledges diagnostic center for Mexico town hospital
PAMPANGA -- The Mexico Community Hospital in Pampanga will soon have a diagnostic center.Governor Lilia Pineda pledged on October 25 to subsidize the construction of a P10-million diagnostic center to deliver general health laboratory services for indigent Kapampangans.
26 Oct 2017 - Exec mulls recognition for Kapampangan artist
ANGELES CITY -- Vice Mayor Bryan Matthew Nepomuceno plans to give recognition to a Kapampangan singing artist whose music is now recognized nationwide.Nepomuceno told SunStar Pampanga that recognition through a city resolution is being mulled for "Mamasku Ta Pampanga" singer Jonas David.
26 Oct 2017 - Miss Earth 2017 bets sizzle in swimwear competition
PAMPANGA -- The heat was on as the candidates of Miss Earth 2017 showed off their lean physique during the swimsuit fashion and resort wear competition held October 24 at the LausGroup Event Centre here.A beauty pageant staple, the preliminary competition is one of the most exciting activities the pageant hopefuls will participate in, prior to the grand coronation night on November 4.
26 Oct 2017 - Masantol gears up for Undas 2017
PAMPANGA -- With just a few more days before All Saints' Day, the local government and Philippine National Police in Masantol town are preparing all logistics to cater to the influx of people on private and public cemeteries.Mayor Danilo Guintu and Police Chief Julius Javier led a joint meeting on October 25 together with the Department of Interior and Local Government and Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office.
26 Oct 2017 - Cebu Pacific launches pilot training program
CLARK FREEPORT -- The Cebu Pacific (CEB) has launched its Cadet Pilot training program aimed at addressing the airlines expansion requirements over the next five years.The program, to be conducted in partnership with Flight Training Adelaide (FTA), will create 240 professional pilots who will subsequently join the corps of pilots of Cebu Pacific.
26 Oct 2017 - Hotel employee returns backpack with P2.4M
MABALACAT CITY -- A hotel crew at Sogo Hotel here has returned a bag containing P2.4 million.Arlan Sotto, 23, a room guide, of Concepcion, Tarlac, immediately surrendered to his supervisors the backpack he found Tuesday morning, October 24.
25 Oct 2017 - Asean defense ministers issue joint declaration
CLARK FREEPORT -- Defense ministers of the member-states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) issued Monday a joint declaration at the conclusion of the 11th Asean Defense Ministers Meeting (ADMM).“The declaration adopts the three-year work program of ADMM to outline the direction of ADMM cooperation for 2017-2019 while building on the previous work programs of the ADMM particularly from 2014-2017,” Philippine Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said.
25 Oct 2017 - LGC hosts Miss Earth 2017 Pampanga leg
PAMPANGA -- Some 28 stunning ladies vying for the Miss Earth International 2017 title were in Pampanga on Monday to promote some of their advocacies concerning environmental protection and at the same time showcase their best at the swimsuit fashion and resort wear competition at the Laus Group Event Centre.The beauty queens, part of the 86-candidate entourage representing different countries in the world were welcomed by Laus Group of Companies (LGC) Executive Director Carisa Laus at Carworld Pampanga.
25 Oct 2017 - San Fernando officials, employees undergo drug test
PAMPANGA -- Local officials and employees of the City Government on Monday submitted themselves to random drug testing as part of the preventive drug education and advocacy orientation.At least 715 employees, including city officials and department heads participated in the said drug testing where urine samples were taken.
25 Oct 2017 - BIR hosts 2107 taxpayer segmentation forum
PAMPANGA -- The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Revenue Region 4 yesterday hosted the taxpayer segmentation program forum at the Kingsborough International Convention Centre attended by dozens of stakeholders and top tax payers of the region.The program, adapted this year, subdivides the categories of taxpayers into small, medium, and large and designates specific offices that will oversee taxpayer compliance to further expand the tax base. The medium taxpayers will be designated to regional directors and small taxpayers will be assigned to the revenue district officers.
25 Oct 2017 - Steel plant, LGU declog creek to prevent flooding
PAMPANGA -- Real Steel Corporation (RSC) and the Municipal Government are working hand in hand to remove water lily along the Panquiary Creek which is the main cause of massive flooding in Barangay Sta. Monica in this town.Cyril Angelica Hilario, Pollution Control Officer of Real Steel Corporation told SunStar Pampanga the other day that the five day clean-up started on October 23 and will last until Friday, October 27.
25 Oct 2017 - Lantern maker wants lantern making skills in K-12 program
PAMPANGA -- World famous lantern maker and designer Roland Quiambao said Monday that the government should seriously consider incorporating lantern making skills and the teaching of lantern making craft in the K-12 program in the city.Quiambao said that while lantern-making remains a strong industry with sales at all time high this latter part of 2017, the current manpower would not sufficiently cater to the demand of the season as well as saturate many areas in the Philippines.
25 Oct 2017 - Sinukwan Festival to engage Kapampangan youth
PAMPANGA -- The Foundation for Lingap Kapampangan Inc. (FLKI) and Robinsons Land Corporation (RLC) on Monday launched the Sinukwan Festival aimed at promoting Kapampangan culture, music, and heritage.Now on its 20th year, the festival backed annually by FLKI will run from November 25 to December 2.
23 Oct 2017 - Asean defense ministers’ meeting opens in Clark
CLARK FREEPORT -- The 11th Asean Defense Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) opened on Monday, October 23, with focus on terrorism and violent extremism.“Terrorism and violent extremism remain as challenges in South East Asia. Thus this ADMM will focus on the progress of defense cooperation including the formulation of new initiatives,” Philippine Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said.
23 Oct 2017 - New San Fernando concept interpreted through digital poster making
PAMPANGA -- Some 64 young and talented artists from 24 public and private schools in the city interpreted the “New San Fernando concept” through arts during the first ever Digital Poster Making contest.The activity was organized by the City Information Office, in partnership with the City Schools Division of San Fernando, to increase people’s level of knowledge and understanding of the components of being a great city: Green, Smart, Sustainable and Livable.
23 Oct 2017 - Prices of candles still stable in Central Luzon
PAMPANGA -- More than a week before November 1, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Central Luzon reported no increase in the price of candles around the region.According to DTI-Central Luzon Information Officer Warren Serrano, the suggested retail prices (SRP) of wax candles are still stable since August up to October 23.
23 Oct 2017 - City launches Paskong Fernandino trade fair
PAMPANGA -- The City Investment Promotions Office (CIPO) of the City Government of San Fernando in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry-Pampanga on Sunday opened the “Paskong Fernandino” trade fair at Waltermart in Barangay San Agustin here.According to CIPO Project Development Officer Jeffrey Yutuc, the trade fair features various local products manufactured and produced by Fernandino micro, small and medium entrepreneurs (MSMEs) such as native delicacies, pastries and lanterns that will last until January. It aims to promote and increase the sales of the MSMEs during the holiday season.
23 Oct 2017 - Mattis praises Philippines progress against Maute terrorists
CLARK FREEPORT -- US Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, paving the way for a visit next month by President Donald Trump, congratulated the Philippine army for its successes against terrorists in the southern city of Marawi.The US and the Philippines are decades-old treaty allies, but the relationship has been rocky in recent years. One point of contention under President Barack Obama was government-sanctioned killings as part of President Rodrigo Duterte's crackdown on drug suspects. President Donald Trump has praised Duterte's attacks on drug suspects.
22 Oct 2017 - BIR seizes imported liquor without tax stamps
PAMPANGA -- The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Revenue Region 4 has seized some 300 cases of imported liquor for lack of tax stamps.BIR regional director Jethro Sabariaga told SunStar Pampanga that the items were found in a JAS Phil Trade Inc. warehouse in Barangay Pulong Maragul in Angeles City.
22 Oct 2017 - Cash aid awaits kin of cop killed in line of duty
PAMPANGA -- The family of a police officer who was killed in the line of duty will receive financial assistance, an official assured.Police Officer 1 (PO1) Mark Mendoza, assigned at Marilao Police Station in Bulacan, was hit by a van and killed while manning traffic along the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) as part of the route security operations for the Associated of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Defense Ministers Meeting.
22 Oct 2017 - Communist rebels urged not to rush peace talks
ANGELES CITY -- Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan has urged communist rebels to be patient instead of rushing the peace talks with the government.“The Reds should show patience and not rush things. To highlight the positive accomplishments of every round of meetings rather than those to be considered and discuss in the next agenda which are presented by the left is negative,” Pamintuan said.
22 Oct 2017 - 73 reformed dependents test negative for drugs
PAMPANGA -- All 73 residents of the Bahay Pagbabago ni Apung Pilar who underwent a drug rehabilitation program have tested negative for illegal drugs.This was the result of a surprise drug test conducted by the Municipal Health Office in coordination with the local police as part of the send-off assessment program.
22 Oct 2017 - BIR suspects huge illegal cigarettes trade in Central Luzon
PAMPANGA -- The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Revenue Region 4 said the apprehension of nearly 500 cases of cigarettes without tax stamps is an indication of a huge illegal cigarettes trade in Central Luzon.Revenue collectors and National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) agents earlier jointly seized 480 cases of cigarettes without tax stamps.
22 Oct 2017 - 396 Fernandino college students get scholarships
PAMPANGA -- Some 396 college students from the City of San Fernando over the weekend received scholarship grants from the City Government.The students received their certificates of eligibility as a proof that they were beneficiaries under the City Government’s Educational Scholarship Assistance Program (ESAP) during the awarding and orientation of the new set of E-SAP scholars held over the weekend.
22 Oct 2017 - Agri department awards 15 regional Gawad Saka winners
PAMPANGA -- Fifteen awardees were feted in the annual Agriculture Gawad Saka search for outstanding achievers in agriculture and fisheries by the Department of Agriculture (DA) at the Laus Group Event Centre over the weekend.The Gawad Saka is an annual contest to recognize farmers, fisherfolks, and livestock raisers as well as groups who have excelled and made significant contributions in enhancing the development of the agriculture and fishery sector in their respective communities and in the country.
22 Oct 2017 - School kids asked to read books
CLARK FREEPORT --- Executives of Widus Hotel and Casino have asked pupils at a public elementary school in Mexico town to read books and other learning materials to acquire knowledge.Officials of the hotel made the encouragement to the students during the formal turn-over of a library project dubbed “Adopt a Library” at the Masamat Elementary School on Friday.
22 Oct 2017 - Tech-Voc school shines in Technolympics 2017
PAMPANGA -- A public technical-vocational school justified its standing as a lone public tech-voc school in the fourth district of Pampanga after outshining 17 schools in the Festival of Talents held in this town last October 18.It was a landslide victory for Bro. Andrew Gonzalez Technical High School after reaping 10 golds among the 11 categories in the said contest.
20 Oct 2017 - Central Luzon 'big factor' in Philippine growth
PAMPANGA -- The Philippine economy will continue to grow, and Central Luzon will play a significant role in helping the country retain its position as Asia's fastest-growing region, BDO Unibank Inc. chairperson Teresita Sy-Coson said.Sy-Coson, the eldest daughter of the country's business prime mover, Henry Sy, believes that amid global uncertainties, the Philippines is predicted to remain resilient and sustain the momentum.
20 Oct 2017 - SSS wants to be part of Clark growth
CLARK FREEPORT -- The Social Security System (SSS) wants to be part of Clark Freeport's growth, said its chairman, Amado Valdez, during a recent visit here.Valdez said that with its multi-billion peso portfolio, SSS has decided to invest in a hotel project under a partnership with Clark Development Corporation (CDC).
20 Oct 2017 - Masantol town hall up for renovation
PAMPANGA -- In A bid to improve delivery of public service, local officials of Masantol town recently broke ground for the renovation of the old municipal building.Led by fourth district Representative Juan Pablo Bondoc and Mayor Danilo Guintu, the infrastructure project has an initial budget of P6.6 million and will be facilitated by the Department of Public Works and Highways.
20 Oct 2017 - Lawmaker: Stop killing farmers
MABALACAT CITY -- Anakpawis Party-list Ariel Casilao has lauded the formation of a peasant-based alliance that is expected to broaden sectoral support against extrajudicial killings (EJK) and other forms of state-sponsored human rights violations in the countryside.Former Department of Agrarian Reform secretary Rafael Mariano, Bayan's Carol Araullo and Fr. Doegracia Inigues were among the conveners of the Coalition for Land, Against Martial Law and Oppression (Clamor).
20 Oct 2017 - Ex-mayor donates air-con units to day care centers
PAMPANGA -- Former San Simon mayor Rodrigo Canlas has donated air-conditioning units to eight day care centers in this town on Friday, saying the children are the future and investing in them is "for the betterment of the future."The eight day care centers that received the units Friday are those of Barangays Concepcion, Sta. Cruz, San Miguel, San Juan, Sta. Monica, San Isidro, San Pablo Libutad and Dela Paz. They received one air-conditioning unit each.
19 Oct 2017 - 1st renewable energy summit set October 24
PAMPANGA -- The Best Western Bendix Hotel and Specktrum PH will facilitate the first energy summit in Central Luzon on October 24 to encourage more businessmen and homeowners to use renewable energy.In partnership with the City Governments of San Fernando and Angeles, the summit, dubbed as "Enerhiya Para King Panyulung," will focus on the advantages of having renewable energy sources in terms of budget cost-cutting, efficiency and environmental benefits.
19 Oct 2017 - Pampanga 2nd most peaceful province in Philippines
PAMPANGA -- Pampanga is number two most peaceful province in the Philippines, according to the records of the Philippine National Police (PNP), said Governor Lilia Pineda.The governor announced this during the Punong Barangay Assembly on Community Peace and Order and Public Safety held recently at Kingsborough International Convention Center here.
19 Oct 2017 - Tax incentive code for 'green' businesses eyed
PAMPANGA -- The City Government of Angeles is planning to replicate the City of San Fernando's tax incentive code on business establishments using renewable energy sources.Angeles City Vice Mayor Bryan Matthew Nepomuceno announced this during the press conference of the "Enerhiya Para King Panyulung" Energy Summit at Best Western Bendix Hotel on Thursday, October 19.
19 Oct 2017 - San Fernando conducts flood simulation drill
PAMPANGA -- The City Government of San Fernando, through its disaster risk reduction and management office, conducted a flood simulation drill on October 13 in Barangay San Pedro Cutud.The drill was in line with the Department of Interior and Local Government’s (DILG) advocacy program dubbed “Operation Listo: Listong Pamayanan.”
19 Oct 2017 - Guv to enhance sampaguita culture in Pampanga
PAMPANGA -- Governor Lilia Pineda has vowed to help marginalized farmers in the province by enhancing the sampaguita culture in the towns of Floridablanca, Guagua, and Lubao.During a consultative meeting with sampaguita growers, Pineda said the Provincial Government, in collaboration with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and Department of Labor and Employment (Dole), will assist the sampaguita growers in funding the expenses for planting sampaguita, with the necessary spray and fertilizer, in order to generate income from the production of sampaguita flowers in the province.
19 Oct 2017 - Guv: Paskuhan Village talks should be with San Fernando
PAMPANGA -- Governor Lilia Pineda on Wednesday said that talks on the sale of Paskuhan Village should be directed to City Government of San Fernando after the Committee on Good Government and Public Accountability of the House of Representatives recommended the nullification of its controversial sale between the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (Tieza) and Premier Central Incorporated.“San Fernando has made its comments [during the hearing]. That is enough. The Register of Deeds has already given a collatilla on the title of Paskuhan which lies in San Fernando. So, San Fernando na ang kausap nila,” Governor Pineda told SunStar Pampanga.
19 Oct 2017 - San Fernando mayor named outstanding mechanical engineer
PAMPANGA -- City of San Fernando Mayor Edwin Santiago was recognized as the Outstanding Mechanical Engineer in the field of Government Service during the recently held 65th Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers (PSME) National Convention awards night in Pasay City.The Outstanding Mechanical Engineer (TOME) award is given annually to recognize mechanical engineers who excelled in their chosen field of endeavour thus distinguishing themselves in the practice of their profession towards the sustainable growth and development of society.
19 Oct 2017 - 1,000 Guagua folk get free meds, checkups from SM Foundation
PAMPANGA -- Residents of Guagua town were the instant beneficiaries of SM Foundation's "Gamot Para sa Kapwa" project at the SM City Pampanga Tradehall on Wednesday, October 18.The indigents received free medical consultations, medical examinations, dental extractions, and medicines.
19 Oct 2017 - Mabalacat execs allot P40M for environment programs
MABALACAT CITY -- Officials have appropriated P40 million for the city government’s environmental protection program particularly on its clean and green drive.Mayor Crisostomo Garbo said that “cleanliness is important not only for health and sanitary purposes but it speaks on how we value the place we live in.”
19 Oct 2017 - City of San Fernando celebrates Mental Health Month
PAMPANGA -- The City Government of San Fernando, in partnership with the Department of Health (DOH)-Central Luzon, celebrated National Mental Health Awareness Week over the weekend at Heroes Hall here.Dubbed “Kumusta ka? Tara Usap Tayo!” the whole day program sought to raise mental awareness among the youth by giving them lectures and activities on how to overcome depression and stress that can lead to suicide.
18 Oct 2017 - 98% of transport system paralyzed in Pampanga
PAMPANGA -- Jeepney drivers and operators claimed almost 100 percent of the jeepney transport system in Pampanga was paralyzed following the two-day strike from October 16 to October 17."Ninety-eight percent ng lahat ng jeep dito sa Pampanga sumali sa strike. May mangilanngilan lang na namasada dahil tinatakot sila ng mga kagrupo nila hindi na sila pabyabyahehin kapag sumali sila (Ninety-eight percent of the drivers in Pampanga joined the strike. There were several who did not join because they were threatened)," Pagkakaisa ng mga Samahan ng Tsuper at Opereytor Nationwide (Piston) spokesperson Allan Bonifacio said.
18 Oct 2017 - Mayor push for ‘phase in’ not ‘phase out’ of old jeepneys
PAMPANGA -- City Mayor Edwin “EdSa” Santiago is proposing for the transfer of old jeepneys to secondary routes as alternative to an impending phase out in light of the government’s proposed transport modernization program.Under the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program, public utility jeepneys which are 15 years old or older will not be allowed to run.
18 Oct 2017 - Senator bats support for farmers to ensure food security
PAMPANGA -- Senator Loren Legarda has stressed on the importance of providing the necessary support for agriculture, especially for small farmers, and the establishment of community vegetable gardens around the country to address hunger and malnutrition and achieve food security.Legarda, citing the second quarter 2017 Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey, said 9.5 percent or an estimated 2.2 million families experienced involuntary hunger.
17 Oct 2017 - LGUs in Pampanga provide free rides for commuters
PAMPANGA -- Local government units of Pampanga on Monday, October 16, mobilized government vehicles to assist commuters affected by the transport strike launched by jeepney drivers and operators.The City Government of San Fernando fielded some of its rescue trucks and a bus to transport workers from the city proper to Barangay Telasbastagan.
17 Oct 2017 - 47 Pampanga MSMEs join 19th ‘Likha ng Central Luzon’
PAMPANGA -- Some 47 Pampanga micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)-- the biggest number from Central Luzon -- joined this year’s 19th “Likha ng Central Luzon” held from October 11 to 15 at the Trade Hall of SM Megamall.According to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)-Central Luzon, Pampanga had the most number of sellers followed by Bulacan with 35, Nueva Ecija with 21, Tarlac with 16, Bataan and Aurora with 13 each, and Zambales with 11.
17 Oct 2017 - DSWD bares ‘Pantawid Exemplary Child' winners
PAMPANGA -- The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in Central Luzon on Monday, October 16, announced the winners of the 2017 Regional Search for “Pantawid Exemplary Child.”DSWD-Central Luzon Director Gemma Gabuya said that Zambales Grade 7 student Dianne Kate Chumatay from Sitio Acoje, Sta. Cruz town was recognized for having the most exemplary character and took home the P10,000 cash prize and a plaque of recognition.
17 Oct 2017 - Magalang indigents benefit from Fil-Chi medical mission
PAMPANGA -- Some 1,500 indigent residents coming from various barangays here where treated to a whole day medical and dental mission last Sunday, October 15.The "Libreng Gamutan/One Magalang Medical Mission" is a joint project of The Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc., (FFCCCII) Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Angeles City, Inc. (FCCCACI) and the local government of Magalang.
17 Oct 2017 - Guagua mayor provides free rides to commuters
PAMPANGA -- Guagua Mayor Dante Torres on Monday, October 16, ordered the deployment of the local government unit’s bus and all barangay service vehicles to ferry commuters going to and from this town.Torres made the declaration over the weekend in preparation for the nationwide mass transport strike by Piston and other transport groups in protest of the government's jeepney modernization program.
17 Oct 2017 - House body junks sale of Paskuhan Village
PAMPANGA -- The Committee on Good Government and Public Accountability recommended to the House of Representatives to nullify the sale of Paskuhan Village after concluding its investigation on the controversial disposal of the tourism and cultural site.In its 13-page report, the Committee also enjoined the Registrar of Deeds of Pampanga "from acting on any transfer of the title over the Paskuhan Village property" pending the resolution of the action for the nullification of the sale between the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) and Premier Central Incorporated.
17 Oct 2017 - San Fernando mayor: Revive Paskuhan Village
PAMPANGA -- Mayor Edwin Santiago of this capital city over the weekend called for the revival of the Paskuhan Village as a culture and heritage site of Pampanga following the nullification of its sale.In an exclusive interview with SunStar Pampanga, Santiago said that the once famoue Christmas-themed park must regain its lost glory.
16 Oct 2017 - House body junks sale of Paskuhan Village
PAMPANGA -- The Committee on Good Government and Public Accountability recommended to the House of Representatives to nullify the sale of Paskuhan Village after concluding its investigation on the controversial disposal of the tourism and cultural site.In its 13-page report, the Committee also enjoined the Registrar of Deeds of Pampanga "from acting on any transfer of the title over the Paskuhan Village property" pending the resolution of the action for the nullification of the sale between the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) and Premier Central Incorporated.
16 Oct 2017 - San Fernando mayor: Revive Paskuhan Village
PAMPANGA -- Mayor Edwin Santiago of this capital city over the weekend called for the revival of the Paskuhan Village as a culture and heritage site of Pampanga following the nullification of its sale.In an exclusive interview with SunStar Pampanga, Santiago said that the once famoue Christmas-themed park must regain its lost glory.
16 Oct 2017 - LGUs in Pampanga provide free rides for commuters
PAMPANGA -- Local government units of Pampanga on Monday, October 16, mobilized government vehicles to assist commuters affected by the transport strike launched by jeepney drivers and operators.The City Government of San Fernando fielded some of its rescue trucks and a bus to transport workers from the city proper to Barangay Telasbastagan.
16 Oct 2017 - 47 Pampanga MSMEs join 19th ‘Likha ng Central Luzon’
PAMPANGA -- Some 47 Pampanga micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)-- the biggest number from Central Luzon -- joined this year’s 19th “Likha ng Central Luzon” held from October 11 to 15 at the Trade Hall of SM Megamall.According to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)-Central Luzon, Pampanga had the most number of sellers followed by Bulacan with 35, Nueva Ecija with 21, Tarlac with 16, Bataan and Aurora with 13 each, and Zambales with 11.
16 Oct 2017 - Magalang indigents benefit from Fil-Chi medical mission
PAMPANGA -- Some 1,500 indigent residents coming from various barangays here where treated to a whole day medical and dental mission last Sunday, October 15.The "Libreng Gamutan/One Magalang Medical Mission" is a joint project of The Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc., (FFCCCII) Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Angeles City, Inc. (FCCCACI) and the local government of Magalang.
16 Oct 2017 - Guagua mayor provides free rides to commuters
PAMPANGA -- Mayor Dante Torres on Monday, October 16, ordered the deployment of the local government unit’s bus and all barangay service vehicles to ferry commuters going to and from this town.Torres made the declaration over the weekend in preparation for the nationwide mass transport strike by Piston and other transport groups in protest of the government's jeepney modernization program.
15 Oct 2017 - Philippine, Australian forces stage sea drill as ties deepen
SUBIC BAY -- Filipino and Australian naval forces darted across the sea and landed on a Philippine wharf in a disaster-response drill Sunday, October 15, that reflects their deepening security ties in a region prone to calamities, piracy and territorial rifts.Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Turner of the Australian Defence Force said the naval maneuvers in Subic Bay, northwest of Manila, will strengthen the two countries' ability to jointly respond to typhoons and other disasters when roads, bridges and ports are damaged or destroyed.
15 Oct 2017 - Corpus: Cops using drugs no place in PNP
PAMPANGA -- Chief Superintendent Amador Corpus, Police Regional Office-Central Luzon (PRO) director, said police officers using illegal drugs have "no place" in Philippine National Police (PNP).Corpus, who was the guest of honor during the first anniversary of the Bahay Pagbabago Reformation Center in Barangay San Benito, Dinalupihan, Bataan over the weekend said that police officers found using illegal drugs will face dismissal from the service.
15 Oct 2017 - Thousands convene for 5th Tilapia Congress
PAMPANGA -- Thousands of participants from different regions in the country joined the recently concluded 5th Tilapia Congress held at the LausGroup Event Centre in this city.Organized by the Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Fishery and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR), in partnership with the Philippine Tilapia Stakaholder’s Association Inc. (PhilTilapia), the two-day gathering convened the prime movers of the tilapia industry to update them on the current trends and best practices in aquafarming.
15 Oct 2017 - 80,000 to join Angeles street party
ANGELES CITY -- The City Government here is expecting around 80,000 people to attend this year’s Tigtigian Terakan Keng Dalan (TTKD) scheduled on October 27 and 28.TTKD is Central Luzon’s biggest annual beer, food, and music street party that celebrates the city’s triumph over the Mount Pinatubo disaster.
15 Oct 2017 - Agriculture department to implement mechanization program
PAMPANGA -- The Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to implement the most ambitious mechanization program for Philippine Agriculture and Fisheries.DA Secretary Emmanuel Piñol said small ice plants and strategically located cold storage facilities will be established in areas where the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources distributes fiberglass fishing boats.
15 Oct 2017 - 'Go to court', Bacolor mayor urges transport groups
PAMPANGA -- Mayor Jomar Hizon said he is not in favor of the two day transport strike initiated by transport groups opposed to the government's jeepney modernization program.In a telephone interview the otherday, Hizon said the transport strike on Monday and Tuesday will paralyze the the riding public particularly commutters.
15 Oct 2017 - Porac town offers training for out-of-school youths
PAMPANGA -- The Porac Manpower Training Center is now offering short term courses for out-of-school youths or anyone from Porac town who wish to expand their knowledge on practical work related skills.Vice Mayor Dexter David said the training center is now offering short term courses like welding, bread and pastry making, massage therapy, and plumbing.
15 Oct 2017 - Angeles folks attend hog-raising seminar
ANGELES CITY -- Scores of residents here attended a recent hog-raising seminar sponsored by Pigrolac, a unit of Univet Nutrition and Animal Healthcare Company (UNAHCO) in cooperation with Topline Feed and Supply.Balibago Chairman Rodelio Mamac said the seminar was participated in by backyard hog-raisers from Barangays Balibago, Cutcut and Malabanias.
15 Oct 2017 - Dole-Central Luzon opens safety, health office in Clark
CLARK FREEPORT -- The Department of Labor and Employment (Dole)-Central Luzon) on Friday, October 13, opened the regional extension unit of its Occupational Safety and Health Center (OSHC) at Clark Freeport.Dole-Central Luzon Director Ana Dione said that clients can now avail of the OSHC’s various programs and services at a convenient location.
15 Oct 2017 - No jeepney strike in Angeles City
ANGELES CTY -- Jeepney drivers in this highly-urbanized city who belong to the Samahan Ng Mga Tsuper At Operator Tutol Sa Phase Out (Stop) and the Confederation of Passenger Transport of Central Luzon (CPTCL) will not join the transport strike on October 16 and 17.This was bared by Dan Yumul, national spokesperson of Stop and chairman of CPTCL.
15 Oct 2017 - 2 major routes in 2nd district to be affected by transport strike
PAMPANGA -- Two major routes here will be affected by the upcoming transport strike on Monday and Tuesday by the Pinagkaisang Samahan ng mga Tsuper at Operators Nationwide (Piston).This, as the Jeepney Operators and Drivers Association (Joda) will be joining the transport strike along with the City of San Fernando Pampanga Joda.
15 Oct 2017 - NHCP honors Guagua hero on 150th birth anniversary
PAMPANGA -- The Municipal Government of Guagua, Provincial Government of Pampanga and the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) commemorated the 150th birth anniversary of Kapampangan hero Aurelio Tolentino at Manuel P. Santiago Park, Plaza Burgos in Guagua town.National Artist for Literature Virgilio Almario led the unveiling of the historical marker and wreath-laying ceremonies at the Plaza Burgos in Guagua town together with Guagua Mayor Dante Torres and Second District Representative Gloria Macapagal Arroyo.
15 Oct 2017 - Make Clark, Angeles City biking areas
CLARK FREEPORT -- The organizers of Tour of the Fireflies (TOF) aims to make Clark and Angeles City places where people can bike.“Let us encourage more people to bike, as well as convince the local government to enact pro-bicycle ordinances and laws,” TOF said.
14 Oct 2017 - Legarda pushes for dev’t of coastal areas
CLARK FREEPORT -- Senator Loren Legarda has underscored the importance of protecting the country’s 822 coastal towns and having a comprehensive water resource management program.Legarda, chairperson of the Senate Committees on Finance and Climate Change, made the statement during the plenary debates on the proposed 2018 budget of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
14 Oct 2017 - Transport strike set Oct.16-17 in Pampanga
PAMPANGA -- Transport groups all over Pampanga province have set a massive strike on October 16 to 17, to protest the government's gradual plan of phasing out public utility jeepneys (PUJs).The two-day jeepney strike aims to show the unity of drivers and operators in the province in opposing the "threat" of government against their livelihood.
14 Oct 2017 - Central Luzon police on full alert for transport strike, Asean meeting
PAMPANGA -- The Police Regional Office (PRO)-Central Luzon has been put on full alert status effective 12 p.m. Friday, October 13, in time for the transport strike slated on October 16 and 17 and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Defense Ministers Meeting on October 24 to 25 at Clark Freeport.PRO-Central Luzon director Amador V. Corpus said he ordered for the full alert status to thwart any possible threats by terrorist groups who will take advantage of the two upcoming events in the region.
13 Oct 2017 - Central Luzon police on full alert for transport strike, Asean meeting
PAMPANGA -- The Police Regional Office (PRO)-Central Luzon has been put on full alert status effective 12 p.m. Friday, October 13, in time for the transport strike slated on October 16 and 17 and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Defense Ministers Meeting on October 24 to 25 at Clark Freeport.PRO-Central Luzon director Amador V. Corpus said he ordered for the full alert status to thwart any possible threats by terrorist groups who will take advantage of the two upcoming events in the region.
13 Oct 2017 - Central Luzon cops to focus on street crimes
PAMPANGA -- Police Regional Office (PRO)-Central Luzon Director Amador V. Corpus disclosed on Friday that police force in the region will now focus on street crimes and tandem riders perpetrating various forms of criminalities.Police Chief Superintendent Corpus said the entire Philippine National Police (PNP) will continue to focus on its law enforcement activities especially in decreasing street crimes.
12 Oct 2017 - Gloria Arroyo joins PDP-Laban
PAMPANGA -- Former President and Pampanga Representative Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo officially joined the administration party Partido Demokratiko Pilipino Lakas ng Bayan (PDP-Laban).Arroyo used to be the former leader of Lakas-CMD party.
12 Oct 2017 - Cebu Pacific warns public vs online travel agents
CLARK FREEPORT -- The Cebu Pacific Air (CEB) has warned the public to take extra precautions and verify flight details and other ancillary services directly with the airline if bookings were made through Online Travel Agents (OTAs) such as Skiddoo and Traveloka.The airline stated that since these OTAs have neither authority from nor permission to transact in behalf of CEB, any flight bookings or reservations made by or through them might not be reflected in Cebu Pacific's booking reservation system.
12 Oct 2017 - Faulty electric wiring causes fire in San Fernando
PAMPANGA -- The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) on Thursday, October 12, pointed on faulty electrical wiring as the cause of the fire incident that engulfed a business establishment located in the downtown area in this city on Wednesday, October 11.BFP City Director Chief Inspector Roderick Marquez said that an electric outlet at the third floor of 167 Hypermart sparked and ignited the fire that alarmed workers and other business owners in the area on Wednesday, October 11.
12 Oct 2017 - Garbo: Attract business with good traffic, peace and order
MABALACAT CITY -- Mayor Crisostomo Garbo said that good peace and order and traffic condition will attract investors into this component city.“To attract more business and investment, traffic problems must be solved, while peace and order must be assured for all,” the mayor said.
12 Oct 2017 - Garbo: Attract business with good traffic, peace and order
MABALACAT CITY -- Mayor Crisostomo Garbo said that good peace and order and traffic condition will attract investors into this component city.“To attract more business and investment, traffic problems must be solved, while peace and order must be assured for all,” the mayor said.
12 Oct 2017 - Former cops involved in robbery, extortion arrested
ANGELES CITY -- Seven former police officers were arrested and placed under restrictive custody for their involvement in robbery-extortion of three Koreans in Angeles City in 2016.Police Regional Office-Central Luzon Director Chief Superintendent Amador Corpus identified the seven ex-policemen as Police Officers 3 Arnold Nagayo, Roentjen Domingo, and Gomerson Evangelista; Police Officers 2 Richard King Agapito and Ruben Rodriguez; and Police Officers 1 Jayson Ibe and Mark Joseph Pineda, all from the Angeles City Police Office.
12 Oct 2017 - Sto. Tomas town celebrates 66th founding anniversary
PAMPANGA -- From a former barangay of San Fernando, Sto. Tomas is now 66 years strong as a municipality.Celebrating its founding anniversary Thursday, October 12, local officials and residents of this town joined together to showcase the progress of their town.
12 Oct 2017 - 650 Simonian families benefit from 2-in-1 health program
PAMPANGA -- In an aim to improve the health of every Simonian, the local government here distributed health and wellness products on Tuesday, October 10.The program dubbed "2-in-1 Health Education Program" is a partnership of the local and provincial government which aims to provide micronutrient supplementation to young children.
11 Oct 2017 - 3 Angeles City cops relieved for shooting of Muslim boy
ANGELES CITY -- The two police officers involved in the shooting of a Muslim boy in Angeles City were relieved from their posts along with their station chief.Police Regional Office (PRO)-Central Luzon director Amador Corpus confirmed to SunStar Pampanga that he ordered the temporary relief of Police Officer 1 (PO1) Aizel Dean Marie Lopez and PO1 Osmond Rivera.
11 Oct 2017 - DepEd to recognize outstanding educators, non-teaching personnel
PAMPANGA -- The Department of Education (DepEd)-Central Luzon is set to hold the awards ceremony of the Second Regional Search for Outstanding Teaching and Non-Teaching Personnel on October 18 at the Laus Group Event Centre in celebration of National Teachers Month and World Teachers Day.In a statement sent to SunStar Pampanga, DepEd-Central Luzon project coordinator Michelle Lacson, said the awardees were selected after the preliminary round of the search process which includes paper screening and validation by the preliminary screening and selection committee composed of regional division chiefs and education program supervisors and the final round of the search process composed of the interview for the two categories as well as demonstration teaching for the teacher category conducted by an external board of judges composed of representatives from the higher education institutions and civil society organizations and non-government organizations.
11 Oct 2017 - 3,678 Floridablanca indigents given free Philhealth
PAMPANGA -- Some 3,678 indigents listed in the National Household Targeting Systems (NHTS) and the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) benefited from free Philhealth given through the “Alaga Ka" roadshow in this town.Pampanga Governor Lilia Pineda and Floridablanca Mayor Darwin Manalansan led the distribution on Tuesday, October 10.
11 Oct 2017 - PAL set to start Clark-Catanduanes flight
CLARK FREEPORT – Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced that starting December 18, it will be operating three times a week to Virac, Catanduanes from Clark International Airport.With the new route, the home to the “majestic waves” will be approximately an hour and a half away for leisure travelers from Central and Northern Luzon, PAL announced.
11 Oct 2017 - Guagua town formulating comprehensive land use plan
PAMPANGA -- The Municipal Government of Guagua is continuously formulating its 2016 to 2025 comprehensive land use plan (Clup) to better accommodate changes in the town’s growing economy, population and infrastructure development.Guagua Mayor Dante Torres said that the land use plan that will also project possible land developments until 2025 is among the priorities of his administration.
11 Oct 2017 - San Fernando youth officials undergo political, environmental seminars
PAMPANGA -- Students from 23 public and private schools in the City of San Fernando, who were elected city youth officials, underwent briefing and orientation on politics and the environment on Tuesday.The seminars were intended to strengthen youth participation in local governance, according to Department of the Interior and Local Government City Director Engr. Jose Algy Canlas who discussed parliamentary procedures.
10 Oct 2017 - P2.6-B residential estate to rise in Clark
CLARK FREEPORT -- A P2.6 billion worth of residential estate will be developed by South Korean firms inside a 2.3-hectare property in this freeport.The Sharp Clark Hills, a tourism-related project, will be Clark’s first premium residential town which will consist of five 21-storey condominium buildings with 508 units.
10 Oct 2017 - Group advocates for women empowerment
CLARK FREEPORT -- A non-government organization has bared its advocacy of empowering and uplifting the economic status of Filipino women during this era of gender equality.The Women Involved in Nation-Building (WIN), which is now holding its annual convention here, is a group of women that encourages and support women to participate in the national development.
10 Oct 2017 - Garbo asks God’s guidance on public service
MABALACAT CITY -- “God Bless Mabalacat.” During his speech marking his 100 days in office on Monday, October 9, Mayor Crisostomo Garbo has prayed to God’s guidance and blessings.The mayor at the same time praised and thanked the Lord for His intercession describing his assumption of office as the city’s mayor as divine providence.
10 Oct 2017 - Angeles mayor returns from Taiwan ecomobility conference
ANGELES CITY -- Angeles City Mayor and League of Cities of the Philippines National President Edgardo Pamintuan returns after participating in the Ecomobility World Congress 2017 held in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.With key concepts of "Liveable, Shared, and Intelligent" at its core, the EcoMobility World Congress 2017 fostered a positive and engaged energy, encouraging frank debate and discussion, and above all, an earnest desire to learn.
10 Oct 2017 - Angeles City wins DOT-ATOP Pearl Award
ANGELES CITY -- This highly-urbanized city, under the leadership of Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan, has proven its steady stature towards attaining tourism inclusivity and innovativeness as it wins major awards in this year’s Department of Tourism-Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (DOT-ATOP) Pearl Award held October 7 in Iloilo City.Three awards were conferred to the city in two different categories under the Best Practices on Community-Based Responsible Tourism category.
10 Oct 2017 - Towns, cities in good financial housekeeping list
PAMPANGA -- The towns and cities have made it in the list of passers under Good Financial Housekeeping (GFH) with almost all government units landing on the said list with the exemption of Sasmuan town.This as the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)-Bureau of Local Government Supervision has released the official list of Local Government Units which have obtained a GFH mark for FY 2017.
10 Oct 2017 - Lazatin: Youth Week program trains future leaders
PAMPANGA -- This city’s Vice Mayor Jimmy Lazatin said that the city’s Youth Week program provides opportunity for the training of the city’s future leaders among the school youth.Lazatin said the program, in partnership of the Rotary Club of San Fernando, will enable some Youth Officials composed of 44 students from 23 public and private schools in the city to obtain firsthand experience with the rudiments of public service, governance as well as government work.
9 Oct 2017 - Mom wants justice for wounded son
ANGELES CITY -- The mother of a Muslim teenager who was shot by a female police officer in an alleged “encounter” in Angeles City called for justice for his seriously wounded son.Kayasama Macal, the mother of 16-year-old Salman, both residents of Barangay Balibago, said Monday, October 9, that their family is set to file a case against two police officers who shot her son.
9 Oct 2017 - LausGroup Event Centre to host Miss Earth Int’l 2017 pre-pageant
PAMPANGA -- The LausGroup Event Centre (LGEC), dubbed as the biggest event center in Central Luzon, is set to host the Miss Earth International 2017 Swimsuit Fashion and Resort Wear Competition on October 24.During the contract signing between Carousel Productions Inc. (CPI) and the Laus Group of Companies held Monday, October 9, CPI vice president and project director Melissa Veneracion noted that LGEC was chosen as the venue because of its world-class features.
9 Oct 2017 - Porac exec says mayor not meddling in IP polls
PAMPANGA -- Vice Mayor Dexter David refuted on Monday, October 9, reports that Mayor Condralito Dela Cruz has been meddling in the Indigenous People Mandatory Election (IPMR), stressing the accusations are not true.David went on to defend Dela Cruz on Facebook after a local television station reported some Porac Aetas have been claiming that the mayor was meddling with the elections.
9 Oct 2017 - City of San Fernando celebrates Youth Week 2017
PAMPANGA -- To kick off this year’s celebration of Youth Week, the City Government of San Fernando, in partnership with the Rotary Club of San Fernando, presented Monday, October 9, the newly selected youth officials.The officials are composed of 44 students from 23 public and private schools in the city.
8 Oct 2017 - Alcohol plant: Employment of workers will not be affected
PAMPANGA -- Despite the suspension of its operation, the management of Far East Alcohol Corporation (Feaco) assured that the employment of its workers will not be affected.Feaco General Manager Anthony Co said that none of its plant workers were displaced despite the effectivity of cease and desist order issued to them by the local government.
8 Oct 2017 - Guagua starts mangrove rehab project to fight climate change
PAMPANGA -- Government officials and non-government organizations of this town have waged a war against the negative effects of climate change.Mayor Dante Torres had initiated the project of rehabilitating the mangrove of the town near its water channels.
8 Oct 2017 - 8 villages in San Fernando City impose curfew
PAMPANGA -- Eight villages in this capital city have started implementing curfew hours in their respective jurisdiction.The curfew is from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. when volume of crimes is usually, said Community Police Assistance Center 2 Head Senior Inspector Jean Saldia.
8 Oct 2017 - Poultry sales in Pampanga almost back to normal
PAMPANGA -- Some market sellers and retailers of dressed chicken and other poultry products are relieved as their sales have been almost back to normal barely a month after the bird flu outbreak in San Luis town. Sellers in Guagua town said that sales have begun to peak up and those who once sold 100 heads are now selling almost 75 percent on a daily basis, compared to the almost zero sales on the first two weeks of the outbreak.7 Oct 2017 - Angeles City celebrates World Teachers' Day
ANGELES CITY - The Department of Education (DepEd) in partnership of the local government, celebrated the World Teachers’ Day at the MarQuee Mall Activity Center, Thursday, October 5.Aligned to the celebration’s theme “Gurong Pilipino, Kaakbay sa Progreso”, the program highlighted the different contributions of teachers worldwide.
7 Oct 2017 - Physician: Breast cancer is highly curable
CLARK FREEPORT -- Breast cancer is highly curable if detected an early stage, according to a physician of The Medical City (TMC) Clark.Dr. Felicidad Claudia Ordonez, head of the TMC Clark Breast Center, disclosed this during the hospital’s first “Post Graduate Course in Breast Surgical Oncology” at Quest Hotel yesterday.
7 Oct 2017 - Homeowners association attend basic disaster preparedness seminar
PAMPANGA -- Members of the Homeowners Association of Miranda Compound in Barangay Maimpis attended a Basic Disaster Preparedness Seminar on October 5 at the Heroes Hall here.The activity was realized through the effort of the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office in an aim to raise awareness on the importance of disaster preparedness among Fernandinos.
7 Oct 2017 - AUF, ESCA forge pact for students training
ANGELES CITY --- The Angeles University Foundation (AUF) has forged an agreement with the ESCA engineering firm for the training of students in the field of building information modeling (BIM).The Memorandum of Agreement was signed by officials of the AUF College of Engineering and ESCA, Inc. for an industry-academe linkage and training partnership.
7 Oct 2017 - AUF Confucius Institute celebrates Mooncake Festival
ANGELES CITY - To highlight the culture and tradition in China, the Confucius Institute of Angeles University Foundation (CI-AUF) celebrated the Mooncake Festival here last October 4 with the participation of Angelenean CI-AUF students and some faculty members.Wu Jun, Chinese Director of CI-AUF, said that the mooncake festival is annually celebrated in China, every 15th of August.
6 Oct 2017 - Apalit mayor lauded for swift action vs fish kill
PAMPANGA -- Members of the Provincial Board (PB) recently lauded Mayor Peter Nucom of this town for promptly implementing measures to avert damages that could have been brought by the fish kill incident.Board Member Salvador Dimson, who chairs the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources, led the commendation during the fish kill inquiry in a Provincial Board session.
6 Oct 2017 - San Fernando City celebrates World Teachers’ Day
PAMPANGA -- The City Government here on Thursday, October 5, paid tribute to hundreds of teachers from the City Schools Division of San Fernando in celebration of World Teachers’ Day.The annual celebration seeks to recognize teachers’ unwavering service and commitment towards a better Fernandino community.
6 Oct 2017 - Apalit Senior High School building nears completion
PAMPANGA -- Senior High School Principal Jayson Flores said that the Senior High School building located at Villena Subdivision here is nearing completion and will be occupied by December.He said that the construction of 28 classrooms and another additional eight classrooms funded by the Provincial Government of Pampanga, is now 80 percent done.
6 Oct 2017 - Library, reading program to benefit Pampanga schools
CLARK FREEPORT -- Several schools will benefit from the library and reading program launched by the Widus Foundation Incorporated.This was learned from Widus Foundation Incorporated head Ronel Gulimlim during a recent media forum dubbed Talk Widus sponsored by the Pampanga Press Club and Widus Hotel and Casino.
6 Oct 2017 - CILA exec lauds Clark Development Corporation board
CLARK FREEPORT -- An official of the Clark Investors and Locators Association (CILA) has lauded the Clark Development Corporation (CDC) Board for manifesting its sincere move for the two entities’ partnership.CILA Director Jeannie Ng issued the statement after the CDC Board directors were formally introduced during the locators organization’s general membership meeting at the Fiesta Hall of Midori Clark Hotel in this Freeport recently.
5 Oct 2017 - 2 unidentified bodies found in San Simon town
PAMPANGA -- Two unidentified male bodies were found in the middle of a rice field in the boundary of San Simon town and Bulacan province recently.San Simon police head Chief Inspector German Pascua II said the dead male bodies were found by residents Tuesday morning, October 3, in Barangay San Miguel.
4 Oct 2017 - Centenarians receive P100,000 grant
PAMPANGA -- Centenarians Beatriz Dela Rosa Cortez, 102 and Teodora Sison Canlas, 100 recently received checks worth P100,000 each from the local government.This is pursuant to Section 2, paragraphs B and A of Republic Act No. 10868 otherwise known as the Centenarians Act of 2016.
4 Oct 2017 - NFA intensifies palay procurement
CLARK FREEPORT -- The National Food Authority (NFA) Pampanga Branch has intensified its palay (unhusked rice) procurement.Dr. Rafael Marasigan, manager of NFA Pampanga, disclosed this during a media forum yesterday dubbed Talk Widus sponsored by the Pampanga Press Club and the Widus Hotel and Casino.
4 Oct 2017 - Angeles City robotics team to compete in world competitions
ANGELES CITY -- Robotics teams from two schools here are set to compete in two separate international competitions.Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan has expressed his support to the Angeleño robotics teams who will represent the country in the competitions.
4 Oct 2017 - San Simon NLEX overpass undergoes repair
PAMPANGA -- A portion of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) interchange bridge was closed to traffic due to major repair.The bridge located in Barangay San Agustin here connects the four entry and exit points of NLEX, as well as this town's internal villages to the McArthur Hiway.
4 Oct 2017 - Apalit bags Purple Ribbon award
PAMPANGA -- This town's best practices in reproductive health was recognized by the Department of Health (DOH) as it bagged the Purple Ribbon award recently.The Purple Ribbon Award recognizes local government units (LGUs) as well as civil society organizations for their exemplary practices, accomplishments, and innovations in the implementation of Reproductive Health and Family Planning Program.
4 Oct 2017 - Guv swears in Cooperative Development Council officers
PAMPANGA -- Governor Lilia Pineda sworn into office the newly elected officers of the Cooperative Development Councils (CDCs) from the 21 cities and municipalities of Pampanga.The oath-taking rites held at the Capitol Grounds the other day is in line with the kick-off celebration of the Cooperative Month with the theme “Cooperatives: Empowering the Poor and the Vulnerable Towards Inclusive Growth and Development.”
4 Oct 2017 - Kapampangan lawyer files raps vs Ombudsman execs
PAMPANGA -- Kapampangan lawyer Eligio Mallari on Tuesday, October 3, filed an administrative complaint versus Overall Deputy Ombudsman Melchor Arthur Carandang who is leading a probe into the alleged hidden wealth of President Rodrigo Duterte, and Deputy Ombudsman for Mindanao Rodolfo Elman, and members of the fact-finding investigation team of Ombudsman's office in Mindanao.Mallari, president of the Vanguard of the Constitution of the Philippines, a former human rights lawyer and technical assistant of the late Senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino, filed the complaint before the Office of the President (OP) on Tuesday, October 3, together with fellow lawyer Manuel Luna.
4 Oct 2017 - BFAR: Fishermen lose P200,000 to fish kill
PAMPANGA -- The local government here added another trophy in its long list of awards after it won its first Purple Ribbon Award from the Department of Health (DOH).The Purple Ribbon Award launched in 2016 aims to recognize local government units (LGUs) as well as civil society organizations for their exemplary practices, accomplishments, and innovations in the implementation of reproductive health and family planning programs.
4 Oct 2017 - PCSO steps up campaign vs illegal gambling
CLARK FREEPORT -- The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) has intensified its campaign against illegal gambling which causes 30 percent losses on the agency’s 1.1 billion every month.This was disclosed by Florante “Bong” Solmerin, deputy spokesperson of PCSO, during a press conference at the Bale Balita here Tuesday, October 3.
4 Oct 2017 - PCSO steps up campaign vs illegal gambling
CLARK FREEPORT -- The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) has intensified its campaign against illegal gambling which causes 30 percent losses on the agency’s 1.1 billion every month.This was disclosed by Florante “Bong” Solmerin, deputy spokesperson of PCSO, during a press conference at the Bale Balita here Tuesday, October 3.
3 Oct 2017 - Ex-cop nabbed for drugs
PAMPANGA -- A former police officer listed as a high-value target in Central Luzon was arrested Tuesday morning, October 3, in a drug bust in Barangay Lourdes, City of San Fernando, Pampanga.Senior Superintendent Joel Consulta, Pampanga police provincial director, identified the suspect as Dan Le Mamangun, 37, alias Parak, a resident of said village.
3 Oct 2017 - Capitol’s coop office recognized
PAMPANGA -- The Pampanga Provincial Cooperative and Entrepreneurial Development Office (PCEDO) received a special recognition from the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) and Liga ng Mga Cooperative Development Officers sa Pilipinas on Monday, October 2.The awarding is part of the kick-off ceremony of the 2017 Cooperative Month celebration after the flag raising rites at the Capitol grounds.
3 Oct 2017 - City’s iconic church named important cultural property
ANGELES CITY – The National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) has installed the Important Cultural Property (ICP) marker inside the iconic Holy Rosary Parish Church (HRPC) on Monday, October 2, distinguishing its structural and historic value to the country.“An ICP is the second highest recognition given by the National Museum of the Philippines to a historical landmark or structure. HRPC, having been one of the recipients of this distinct title, ensures its eternal preservation and safekeeping,” said National Museum Curator Racquel Flores.
3 Oct 2017 - Police underscore crime rate reduction in Lubao
PAMPANGA -- Local police here have marked a significant reduction in crimes committed in the town from the period April to September this year.Superintendent Monico Cadayona, municipal police chief, shared this news to town and village officials during the fourth quarter municipal peace and order council at the Lubao Bamboo Hub and Eco-Park.
2 Oct 2017 - Angeles City mayor attends World Ecomobility
PAMPANGA -- Mayor and League of Cities of the Philippines National President Edgardo Pamintuan flew in to the southern city of Kaohsiung in Taiwan to attend the Ecomobility World Congress 2017 which will run from October 2 to 5, 2017.The Ecomobility World Festival, organized by ICLEI- Local Governments for Sustainability, is a month-long event illustrating the future of mobility in a real city, with real people, in real time.
2 Oct 2017 - 600 benefit from smelting plant's medical mission
PAMPANGA -- Residents of Barangay Sta. Monica here on Sunday, October 1, benefitted from the grand medical and dental mission conducted by Real Steel Corporation (RSC).At least 600 participants, mostly elderly, enjoyed the free medical assistance offered by the private company as part of its corporate social responsibility.
2 Oct 2017 - Consumer Welfare Month kicks off in San Fernando
PAMPANGA -- The City Government of San Fernando, in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry Pampanga, kicked off on Monday, October 2, the celebration of Consumer Welfare Month with a fun run participated by dozens of enthusiasts.Open in 3K and 5K categories, the activity was participated in by some 200 runners from different cities and municipalities in Pampanga and Metro Manila.
2 Oct 2017 - Hundreds of political leaders join PDP-Laban
PAMPANGA -- At least 300 local government and village officials of Masantol last Saturday, September 30, took their oath as newest members of President Rodrigo Duterte's party, Partido Demokratiko Pilipinas - Lakas ng Bayan (PDP-Laban).Officials led by Mayor Danilo Guintu, members of the Sangguniang Bayan and barangay captains and kagawads of the 26 barangays joined the mass oath taking held at the Municipal Civic Center.
2 Oct 2017 - Angeles hospital acquires 4 additional dialysis machines
ANGELES CITY -- A total of four hemodialysis machines were recently procured and installed at the Renal Care Unit (RCU) of Ospital ning Angeles (ONA) to serve more indigent Angeleños suffering from kidney disease.The procurement of the dialysis machines was made possible after the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) awarded the city with the 2016 Seal of Good Local Governance last July 31.
2 Oct 2017 - Haima treats customers with best deals this October
PAMPANGA -- Haima Philippines invites customers to check out the dealership’s exciting line-up of vehicles at its display event this coming October 6 to 8 at MarQuee Mall, Angeles City, and October 6 to 12 at SM City Pampanga and SM City Rosales.Customers who will visit the event will get a special opportunity to get their dream Haima vehicles as the leading automotive brand under the LausAutoGroup will provide customers outright cash discounts this month of October.
1 Oct 2017 - Angeles City mayor faces graft charges
ANGELES CITY -- Three termer city mayor Edgardo Pamintuan and a businesswoman were charged with seven counts of graft and corruption before the Office of the Ombudsman in connection with the rental of the 1,126 square meters property of the City Government.The case was filed by veteran Pampanga broadcaster Medardo David last September 19.
1 Oct 2017 - Agencies, LGUs commended for bird flu response
PAMPANGA -- The Regional Development Council (RDC) has passed a resolution commending national government agencies and local government units (LGUs) for their exemplary efforts and decisive actions in addressing the recent avian influenza outbreak in the affected areas of Central Luzon.It could be remembered that Pampanga responded to prevent the spread of the bird flu outbreak in San Luiz town here recently.
1 Oct 2017 - Development council endorses creation of climate change centers
PAMPANGA -- The Regional Development Council (RDC) in Central Luzon has reportedly passed a resolution favorably endorsing the establishment of Biodiversity and Climate Change Centers inside Central Luzon State University (CLSU).“The existing facilities (of CLSU) need to be improved to establish additional data analysis laboratories that shall be utilized for biodiversity and climate change adaptation research and development; and information and education campaigns,” RDC Vice Chair and National Economic Development Authority (Neda) Regional Director Severino Santos said.
1 Oct 2017 - Angeles City acquires P10.9-M property for Margot settlers
ANGELES CITY -- The City Government here has acquired a 2.18-hectare private property worth P10.925 million in Barangay Margot which is being occupied by some 120 families.Under the contract to sell, the local government will pay an initial P4 million to the land owner Lolita McCrann and the remaining balance of P6,925,500 payable in the next two years or P3,462,500 annually.
1 Oct 2017 - Solicitor General: Sale of Paskuhan Village void
PAMPANGA -- The sale of Paskuhan Village in this city is void, according to the Office of the Solicitor General (OSG).In a six-page opinion titled “Legal Effects of the Sale of the Paskuhan,” Solicitor General Jose Calida said the sale of the property to the Premier Central Incorporated (PCI), a subsidiary of SM Prime Holdings Corporation, by the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) "is void pursuant to Section 54 of Republic Act No. 9593.”