Gov. Garcia lauds barangay health workers

Hundreds of Barangay Health Workers of Bataan were praised by Gov. Joet Garcia for their crucial role in implementing health programs in the province’s villages. The governor’s kind words addressed to health workers were delivered during this year’s BHW Congress held last December 16 at the Kamalig Orion Sports Complex. It was spearheaded by health […]

AFAB: Immigration process in 20 seconds

Immigration process which usually takes long would now be done in 20 seconds. Thanks to Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) which teamed up with conglomerate San Miguel and iWave to improve the passenger experience at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). San Miguel’s New NAIA Infra Corporation (NNIC), both registered and located […]

Farmers, fisherfolk get recognition from Balanga City government

More than 300 farmers, fishermen, active backyard gardening advocates and barangay officials were recently given recognition awards by Balanga City government for their untiring efforts to promote livelihood. The recognition rites held during the “Farm Family Day: Paskong Kahanga-hanga ng Magsasaka at Mangingisda” held last December 15, 2025 at Vista Mall honored the influencers of […]

Gov. Garcia supports GIP grads

Bataan Gov. Joet Garcia congratulated the 121 beneficiaries of Government Internship Program (GIP) during their graduation last December 5 where he vowed to continue his support for them.   The GIP is a program of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) where the youth are given a chance to work temporarily at a government […]

Congresswoman Gila, other sectors get DOH-TRC recognition

Congresswoman Gila Garcia, civic organizations and a number of individuals received on Tuesday plaques of recognition for the important roles they played in the improvement of Department of Health-Treatment and Rehabilitation Center (DOH-TRC).   The recognitions were given during the celebration of Drug Abuse Prevention and Control (DAPC) Week 2025. Partner agencies that made immense […]

Rep. Jett Nisay reiterates continued support to education sector

Pusong Pinoy Partylist Representative Jett Nisay has renewed his support to the education sector in Bataan as he graced the “2025 Gawad Parangal ng DepEd SFO Balanga City” last December 5.   Congressman Nisay who authored “The Tobacco-Free Generation Ordinance” when he was City Councilor, has sponsored the Healthy and Conducive Learning Environment ordinance of […]

BM Del Rosario appeals support for local entrepreneurs

Board Member Popoy del Rosario recently appealed to Bataan folks to support local businessmen to boost local economy.   Del Rosario of Bagac said during the December 1 opening of Christmas Bazaar at the Bataan Tourism Park, Roman Highway, Balanga City that “your support would mean a big help to our local entrepreneur thereby improving […]

Pilar Christmas lights, inspired by marine lives

Christmas lights in Pilar, Bataan was a showcase of different marine lives including the popular crab or “alimango” which has become a head turner.   The Yuletide lights switch on was a well-attended event last Sunday. It was preceded by an awarding of certificates of appreciation to employees and chiefs of offices who exerted effort […]

Dutch government sends flood control experts to Abucay

Through the effort of Abucay, Mayor Erik Martel, the Netherlands will send its flood control experts here to examine the site and build a system that will end flooding.   The neophyte Mayor in his social media post on Friday said he met recently with Ambassador Robert van der Hum and Senior Economic Policy Officer […]

Gov. Garcia cites successful projects

Bataan Gov. Joet Garcia enumerated some of the successful programs of the provincial government as it ushers in the upcoming projects for 2026.   The Governor said during the recent 4th Quarter meeting of the Provincial Development Council that there are successful programs this year although there are also programs that need modification and necessary […]