Month: November 2023

The City Government of Balanga, through the leadership tandem of Mayor Francis Garcia and Vice Mayor Vianca Venzon-Gozon has been recognized as the first LGU in Central Luzon to receive a Certificate of Commendation from the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA). The City was commended for setting up a fully operational electronic Business One-Stop Shop (eBOSS), […]

Muling nagsasagawa ang Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Bataan ng taunang Diskwento Caravan, na ayon kay DTI- Bataan Officer in-Charge, Connie Sanico sa kanyang mensahe ay handog ng City Government of Balanga sa pamumuno ni City Mayor Francis Garcia at sa suporta din ni Gov. Joet Garcia ng Pamahalaang Lalawigan para bigyan ang mga […]

In a groundbreaking move towards gender equality, Bataan Representative Geraldine Roman has announced the introduction of two significant bills aimed at promoting fundamental equality and ensuring the protection of women and children in the Philippines. In a recent social media post, Rep. Geraldine Roman expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “YES! Konting kembot na lang at malapit […]

In the Regional Gawad Teodora Alonzo Storybook Writing Contest held in Tarlac City last Nov. 9, Bataan earned a coveted spot in the upcoming National Level Competition in Davao City. The winning writer and illustrator tandem of Erwin Mallari of Saguing Elem. School and Alyzza Guevarra of Roosevelt Elem School resulted in captivating storybook and […]

The Balanga City Public Market is expected to recover its earnings by collecting more P40 million before yearend. Joselito Evangelista, city treasurer, said the annual target of P40.3 million could be exceeded this time. During the pre-pandemic period the city market hauls P42 million. “But this time. we can collect more than that. Puwede pang […]

Toms, the global footwear and lifestyle brand, has opened its doors at the ground level of SM City Bataan in Balanga City. The store’s modern ambiance blends seamlessly with a touch of local charm, offering a unique shopping experience to all its visitors. Toms’ curated collection invites everyone to explore fashion that suits every stride. […]

Reeling from the menace of African swine fever that devastated Bataan’s hog raising industry, the provincial government is ready to release P3.1 million for indemnification of 101 affected farmers. Dr. Alberto Venturina, chief of Bataan Veterinary Office, said the hog farmers from different municipalities will receive P3,000 per hog for those registered with the Registry […]

Governor Joet Garcia warmly welcomed Deputy Ambassador of Australia to the Philippines Dr. Moya Collett recently. The governor kept the foreign diplomat abreast of the significant developments in the province like the construction of the Bataan-Cavite Interlink Bridge, port logistics operations in Mariveles, and other infrastructure projects. The next day the Australian diplomat visited the […]

The national government’s mass housing project will need the participation of the private sector in order to implement the “Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Housing” or 4PH program. This was bared recently by Asec Wilfredo Mallari of Department of Human Settlement and Urban Development (DHSUD) who said that the country’s housing program needs to build […]

The Asian Patent Attorneys Association (APAA) presented its prestigious Enduring Award to Atty. Pablo M. Gancayco, Chairman of the Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB), on November 7, 2023, at a ceremony held in Singapore. The Enduring Award is a lifetime recognition that the APAA bestows upon its members who have demonstrated outstanding […]