Bill establishing MARINA Regional Office in Bataan clears House

Bill establishing MARINA Regional Office in Bataan clears House

A measure seeking to bring maritime services closer to Filipino seafarers has advanced in the House of Representatives, as Bataan Second District Rep. Albert Garcia announced the approval on third and final reading of House Bill No. 8463.   The proposal, co-authored with Pusong Pinoy Partylist Rep. Jett Nisay, aims to establish a regional office […]

Gov. Garcia tackles impact of marine headquarters in Morong

How would Morong residents react on the construction of Philippine Marine Corps headquarters in the former Philippine Refugee Processing Center, renamed Bataan Technology Park, now known as Morong Discovery Park?   This was among the reasons why Bataan Gov. Joet Garcia recently met with officers of Philippine Marine Corps, representatives of Bases Conversion and Development […]

Roman Superhighway Upgrade Bill boosts Bataan’s push for climate-ready infrastructure

Roman Superhighway Upgrade Bill boosts Bataan’s push for climate-ready infrastructure

Bataan 3rd District Rep. Gila Garcia announced that House Bill No. 1967—mandating the full conversion and maintenance of the Roman Superhighway as an all-weather road—has been approved by the House Committee on Public Works and Highways. The measure aims to strengthen the province’s main national artery, ensuring safer, more reliable travel despite the growing challenges […]

PGB strengthens learning and innovation hubs

PGB strengthens learning and innovation hubs

In its bid to foster and strengthen the learning and innovation hubs in the province, the Provincial Government of Bataan donated twenty-five (25) MacBook Air units to the Municipality of Orion through Mayor Antonio L. Raymundo Jr. on October 2, 2025. Furthermore, said donation aligns with the PGB’s broader vision of bolstering education by expanding […]

KOICA, Rep. Roman explore partnership for First District Development

Bataan First District Representative Tony Roman III recently met with officials from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) to discuss potential development programs that could benefit communities in the province. The partnership meeting focused on projects in health, agriculture, and other key sectors that would strengthen inclusive and sustainable growth.   KOICA, a government-funded agency […]

Mariveles, Aboitiz Power inaugurate learning hub facility

Mariveles, Aboitiz Power inaugurate learning hub facility

The Local Government of Mariveles, in partnership with Aboitiz Power, formally turned over a new Learning Hub Facility to Alion Elementary School in a ceremonial event. Present during the turnover were Mariveles Vice Mayor Jesse Concepcion, Councilor Danilo T. Banal, DepEd District Supervisor Dr. Roger De Padua, and Aboitiz Power representatives led by RSM Manager […]

Cong. Garcia vows continued support for local businesses

Cong. Garcia vows continued support for local businesses

Bataan 2nd District Representative Abet Garcia said, together with the Provincial Government of Bataan led by Gov. Joet Garcia, that he will continue to promote programs that support businesses and create opportunities for local entrepreneurs. This, as Bataan was recognized one of the Top 5 finalists in the 2025 Most Business-Friendly LGUs awards. He expressed […]