AFAB joins global waves of care in coastal clean-up drive

The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) led a vibrant morning of environmental action as it joined the International Coastal Clean-up (ICC) Day 2025 last Saturday, September 20, at Agwawan Beach, Barangay Sisiman, and Zigzag in Mariveles. Employees, FAB-Registered Enterprises, the local government of Mariveles, partner agencies, and volunteers came together to sweep […]

AFAB joins 3rd Central Luzon Sustainable Tourism Summit

The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) Corporate Affairs Department took part in the 3rd Central Luzon Sustainable Tourism Summit held September 10–12 at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center.   The 3-day summit gathered tourism stakeholders, sustainability advocates, and industry leaders to chart the future of sustainable tourism across the region. […]

Walang subasta sa mga vendors sa darating na pista ng Orani

Ito ang ipinaliwanag ni Orani Mayor Jon Arizapa sa darating na kapistahan ng kanilang Patron, Birhen Milagrosa del Rosario, na wala umanong magaganap na subasta sa mga magtitinda galing sa ibang lugar sa mga pangunahing kalsada patungo sa simbahan, at ibibigay niya nang libre ang ilang slots dito sa mga taga Orani na nais magtinda. […]

AboitizPower and partners plant 1,000 bamboo seedlings

In celebration of World Bamboo Day and Philippine Bamboo Month, 60 volunteers planted 1,000 bamboo seedlings at the Bataan Peninsula State University (BPSU) Abucay Campus last September 18.   The initiative, held at the 5-hectare Abucay Bamboo Farm in Barangay Bangkal, brought together employees from AboitizPower’s private limited partnerships GNPower Mariveles Energy Center (GMEC) and […]

Gov. Joet bats for accurate data, relevant infos

Accurate data and relevant information are crucial to good planning and implementation of development programs for the province of Bataan.   This was emphasized by Bataan Gov. Joet Garcia during the 3rd quarter meeting of Provincial Development Council attended by town mayors and key planning and development officers last September 19 where the Governor discussed […]

ASF Information Caravan

In coordination with the Department of Agriculture and the Office of the Provincial Veterinarian, headed by Dr. Alberto Venturina, the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) – National African Swine Fever Prevention and Control Program (NASFPCP) is conducting the African Swine Fever (ASF) Information Caravan from September 24 to 26, 2025 at Crown Royale Hotel, Balanga […]

Pilar sets festive mood for Kasinagan Festival 2025

The Municipality of Pilar is gearing up for a vibrant and colorful celebration of the Kasinagan Festival 2025 led by Mayor Charlie Pizarro and the local government unveiling a packed schedule of religious, cultural, and community activities from October 1 to 18.   This year’s festivities carry the theme “Ina ng Liwanag, Tanglaw at Pag-asa […]

Rabies control, HMFD, pregnancy tracking tackled in Provincial Health Board meet

The spread of rabies is under control and so is the hand-mouth-foot disease (HMFD); cases of pregnancy being tracked down for monitoring and other health issues were discussed in the recent Provincial Health Board meeting presided by Bataan Gov. Joet Garcia.   The Governor discussed during the meeting attended by Board Member Dr. Bong Galicia, […]

Roman bats for young innovators as Bataan eyes startup growth

Bataan 1st District Representative Tony Roman III spearheaded the 1Bataan Innovation Council Meeting last September 18, bringing together provincial officials, educators, business leaders, and members of the technology sector to map out strategies for building a stronger startup ecosystem in the province.   The council also finalized preparations for the first-ever Bataan Startup Summit in […]