SBMA steps up Subic infra rehab program

The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) is stepping up the rehabilitation of roads and other public infrastructures in this premier Freeport with a P1.6-billion budget that would be used mostly for the repair of major thoroughfares, key drainage systems, and critical eroded slopes. SBMA Chairman and Administrator Wilma T. Eisma told newsmen that the Subic […]

Teri Onor builds more school buildings for Bataan

Former Bataan Provincial Board Member, now consultant of the Provincial Government of Bataan and showbiz personality, Dexter Teri Onor Dominguez led Thursday the groundbreaking ceremonies of earthquake-proof, typhoon-proof and PWD-friendly school buildings in the municipalities of Dinalupihan and Hermosa. Dominguez was joined by Dr. Boyet Castaneda (representing 1st District Congresswoman Geraldine Roman), Councilor Shery DeAusen […]

Teri Onor breaks ground for new school buildings in Bataan

Former Bataan provincial board member and popular showbiz personality, Dexter “Teri Onor” Dominguez, led on Tuesday the groundbreaking of four school buildings in three different schools in Abucay.  Dominguez was joined by other local officials and representatives from Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). The said event was for the construction of elementary classrooms […]

147 Bataan villages declared “drug-cleared”

More than half of the total number of barangays across the province have already been cleared from illegal drugs in support to President Duterte’s crackdown on illegal drugs, the highest ranking police officer of Bataan reported, Monday. This was revealed by Bataan PNP Provincial Director, Police Colonel Villamor Tuliao during the Monday news briefing at […]

Mayor Charlie leads Hataw Bataan, Takbo Pilar

Municipal Mayor Charlie Pizarro on Saturday morning led the Hataw Bataan, Takbo Pilar 3 kilometer fun run from Pilar Town Plaza to Roman Highway and vice versa via the JG Linao Avenue. Thousands of participants from different sectors joined the event. Mayor Pizarro was joined by Bataan Vice Governor Cris Garcia, Vice Mayor Mar Caguimbal […]

Bataan solon pushes for “Taas Noo Filipino” label

The Philippines has the notorious distinction of being among the world’s top rice producers and being among the world’s top rice importers. As of 2017, it was 8th largest rice producer, yet as of February 2019 it was also the 2nd largest rice importer. This oddity, according to Bataan 1st District Representative Geraldine B. Roman, […]

Bataan solon pushes for “Taas Noo Filipino” label

The Philippines has the notorious distinction of being among the world’s top rice producers and being among the world’s top rice importers. As of 2017, it was 8thlargest rice producer, yet as of February 2019 it was also the 2ndlargest rice importer. This oddity, according to Bataan 1stDistrict Representative Geraldine B. Roman, is explained by […]

Mayor NCD resolves water problem in Lamao

Acting Mayor Richie Jason David told newsmen on Tuesday that in less than three months since Mayor Nelson C. David took over, they have already solved the water crisis in their biggest village, Barangay Lamao. This was confirmed by Vice Mayor David during a surprised media interview after he personally attended to his constituents’ requests […]

Mayor Gila opens dialysis center at JC Payumo hospital

Dinalupihan Mayor Maria Angela “Gila” Garcia last Friday led the formal opening of the Dialysis Department and Heart Unit at the Jose Payumo Memorial District Hospital in this first-class town. Garcia was joined by Bataan Provincial Health Office chief, Dr. Rosanna Buccahan, Municipal Administrator Rolly Rojas and other local officials. The opening was also witnessed […]

Rep. Roman pushes for proper classification of PHL hospitals

Bataan 1st District Representative Geraldine B. Roman last August 29, 2019, filed House Bill no. 4264 or An Act Standardizing the Classification of Hospitals in the Philippines or the “Hospitals Classification Act of 2019.” The proposed bill aims to ensure that hospitals are properly classified so the general public is made aware of where to […]