Balanga marks decade of Largest Dance Fitness Class

Balanga marks decade of “Largest Dance Fitness Class”

The “Largest Dance Fitness Class” that landed in the Guinness World Record for having attracted 16,218 participants in 2016 is being reminisced by Bataan Gov. Joet Garcia.   The governor who was starting off his political career then as City Mayor of Balanga spearheaded the event drawing participants from all walks of life- students, teachers, […]

Anti-kickback aid bill advances in Congress

Anti-kickback aid bill advances in Congress

A proposed measure seeking to prevent corruption in government aid distribution has moved forward in the legislative process, according to Bataan 1st District Representative Tony Roman III. The Kontra Kickback sa Ayuda Act (House Bill 606) has been elevated to the Technical Working Group, with a substitute bill now being prepared for committee and plenary […]

Bataan Transport Forum 2026

Bataan Transport Forum 2026

In line with Bataan’s commitment to sustainable development and the promotion of eco-friendly transportation, the Provincial Cooperative and Enterprise Development Office (PCEDO), headed by Ms. Ludivina Banzon, successfully conducted the Bataan Transport Forum 2026 last March 19, at the 4th Floor Conference Room of The Bunker.   The forum gathered key stakeholders from various agencies […]

Signing of multi-party MOA for environmental adoption projects

Signing of multi-party MOA for environmental adoption projects

To formalize two major environmental initiatives under the Project TRANSFORM Framework, a Multi-party Memoranda of Agreement (MOA) for environmental adoption projects of AboitizPower through GNPower Mariveles Energy Center Ltd Co. (GMEC) and GNPower Dinginin Ltd Co. (GNPD) was signed on March 23, 2026, at Villa Encarnacion in Orani.   The agreement was made among the […]

AFAB highlights freeport expansion and opportunities

AFAB highlights freeport expansion and opportunities

The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) participated in the recently held Philippine Ports and Logistics 2026, a leading biennial exhibition for the maritime and supply chain sector in the Philippines. FAB Enterprise Department Manager Atty. Lawrence K. Pelaez represented AFAB Administrator and CEO Hussein P. Pangandaman and delivered a talk on how […]

Barangay Health Day in Cupang Proper

Barangay Health Day in Cupang Proper

The City Government of Balanga conducted a Barangay Health Day in Cupang Proper as part of the Barangay Week celebration. Mayor Raquel Garcia said residents were able to avail  free health services, including medical check-up and medicines. The  promotion of  better health awareness among families in the barangay was also discussed. The Barangay Health Day […]

Magsasaka, mangingisda ng Morong sumailalim sa orientasyon

Magsasaka, mangingisda ng Morong sumailalim sa orientasyon

Humigit-kumulang sa 200 magsasaka at mangingisda ang sumailalim sa Farmers and Fisherfolk Development Information System (FFEDIS) orientation seminar sa Morong, Bataan upang palakasin ang lokal na negosyo sa sektor ng agrikultura at pangisdaan sa naturang bayan. Ang FFEDIS orientation na ginanap sa pagtutulungan ng Department of Agriculture at pamahalaang-bayan ng Morong ay naglalayon ding makapagbigay […]

Panukalang Multi-Species Freshwater Hatchery sa Pilar, Bataan, aprubado na

Panukalang Multi-Species Freshwater Hatchery sa Pilar, Bataan, aprubado na

Aprubado na sa Committee on Aquaculture and Fisheries Resources ang House Bill 1083 at HB 3133 na naglalayong magtayo ng Multi-Species Freshwater Hatchery sa Bayan ng Pilar. Isa sa mga may-akda ng panukala ay si Rep. Jett Nisay ng Pusong Pinoy Partylist, kasama si Cong. Abet Garcia. Layunin ng panukala na palakasin ang lokal na […]

AFAB conducts blood donation drive

AFAB conducts blood donation drive

 A total of 37 blood bags were collected during the blood donation drive organized by the Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) in partnership with the Bataan General Hospital and Medical Center. AFAB expressed  sincere gratitude to the residents and members of the FAB community who recently  participated and donated blood during the […]

Mayor Raquel Garcia pays tribute to Balanga women

Mayor Raquel Garcia pays tribute to Balanga women

Mayor Raquel Garcia paid tribute to Balangueña and Bataeña women who continue to demonstrate excellence in leadership and stand out in various fields. In her message as part of the celebration of Women’s Month, Garcia cited  the vital role of women in strengthening communities and shaping a more progressive society. Garcia added that the tribute […]