Gov. Joet speaks at National Universal Health Care Summit 2025

Governor Joet Garcia took center stage as keynote speaker at the National Universal Health Care (UHC) Summit 2025, held last August 28 at the Asian Development Bank with the theme “From Commitment to Action: Realizing People-Centered UHC.”   Gov. Garcia presented Bataan’s trailblazing initiatives on Unified Governance and Community Engagement for Integrated Local Health Systems, […]

President Marcos observes Zero Balance Billing implementation at BGHMC

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. visited the Bataan General Hospital and Medical Center (BGHMC) on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, to personally observe the implementation of his administration’s flagship program on Zero Balance Billing in state-run hospitals.   During his visit, the President saw actual billing statements of admitted patients, confirming that they incurred no outstanding […]

Bataan accelerates green transport with Xpress launch

Bataan accelerates green transport with Xpress launch

In a strong push toward sustainable and innovative transportation, the Provincial Government of Bataan officially launched the Xpress last July 29, 2025 a transport network company (TNC) accredited by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB). The launch took place at the GIA Commercial Building in Brgy. Tenejero, Balanga City. Vice Governor Cris Garcia, […]

Konsultasyon para sa Proposed 2026 Market Values

Pinangunahan ni Engr. Ricardo Herrera ng Provincial Assessor’s Office ang isang public consultation hinggil sa panukalang 2026 Schedule of Market Values (SMV) noong ika-16 ng Hulyo sa The Bunker, Balanga City. Ito ay dinaluhan ng mga kinatawan mula sa iba’t ibang yunit pamahalaang lokal (LGUs), Bureau of Local Government Finance, Bureau of Internal Revenue – […]

Gov. Joet takes oath

Following his victory in the midterm elections last May 12 where he garnered a total of 388,011 votes, re-elected Governor Joet Garcia took his oath of office on Monday, June 30, during ceremonies held at the Bataan People’s Center, paving the way for his continued leadership. His oath was administered by Board Member Romeo A. […]

Musika ng Kalayaan at Pasasalamat sa BPC

More than 5,000 Bataeños trooped to the Bataan People’s Center (BPC) last June 8 to watch “Musika ng Kalayaan at Pasasalamat,” a free concert organized by Team 1Balanga, 1Bataan, and Pusong Pinoy Partylist to celebrate Independence Day and recent electoral victories of their candidates. As early as 3:00 PM, excited fans were already lining up, […]

Inauguration of BataanGHMC BUCAS Center in Pilar

Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Dr. Teodoro Herbosa led the inauguration of the Bataan General Hospital and Medical Center (BGHMC) Bagong Urgent Care and Ambulatory Services (BUCAS) Center at the Pilar Government Center on April 9, 2025. The newly opened facility aims to provide immediate medical services without requiring hospital admission, offering a faster and […]

Free EV Charging Station at Vista Mall Bataan

Free EV Charging Station at Vista Mall Bataan

Bataan continues to solidify its position as a hub for green energy and innovation with the inauguration of the Electric Vehicle (EV) charging station at Vista Mall Bataan on December 9 led by Gov. Joet Garcia. Also in attendance were former Senate President Manny Villar, Las Pinas Representative Camille Villar, Bataan 2nd District Representative Abet […]

It’s Christmas at the Capitol

December 2 marked the official lighting of the dazzling holiday decorations at the Capitol Oval, ushering in the Christmas spirit across Bataan. The the center of the festive décor is a stunning belen, symbolizing love, unity, and the strength of the Pamilyang Bataeño. To add to the holiday cheer, the magnificent Christmas Tree at The […]

Holiday season begins in Bataan

The Christmas spirit begins in Bataan with a grand Christmas lighting ceremony led by Governor Joet Garcia at the Tourism Park in Balanga City on November 29. The Tourism Park dazzled with vibrant Christmas lights and decorations, transforming the venue into a radiant holiday wonderland. Gov. Garcia, in his heartfelt message, emphasized the importance of […]