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Pineda family launches feeding program in CSF
The Pineda family has launched a sixmonth feeding program to help undernourished students in public schools in the City of San Fernando. Philanthropist Rodolfo “Tatay Bong” Pineda funded the program, which aims to improve the health and nutrition of...
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More Cebgo, AirSwift flights to relocate to Clark
More CebGo and AirSwift flights will relocate operations via Clark from Manila beginning March 29. The move is part of the gradual phaseout of turboprop flights at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport to ease congestion and maximize air traffic...
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96 kitchens serve 34 school divisions: DepEd
The House Committee on Poverty Alleviation, chaired by Pampanga Second District Representative Gloria MacapagalArroyo, held its first regular session at the Pampanga Provincial Capitol on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The Department of Education (DepEd)...
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6 PERSONS NABBED FOR VARIOUS CRIMES
The Pampanga Press Club (PPC) has condemned in what it described as the "irresponsible rehashing of crime-related news by a Facebook page identified as “CSFP." The media group warned that such practices undermine ethical journalism and the presumption...
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Over 500 mangroves planted in Masantol
The local government of Masantol, in partnership with the Department of Public Works and Highways, led the planting of 500 mangrove seedlings along the Sapang Marimla River recent l y. Employees of the local government and national government...
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Suspect in Bulacan ABC president’s killing nabbed
Authorities have arrested one of the suspects in the killing of the Association of Barangay Captains (ABC) president in Bulacan province. The arrest was carried out on Wednesday, January 14, by personnel of the Bulacan Provincial Police Intelligence...
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CUSTOMS SEIZES P105M SMUGGLED CIGARETTES
The Bureau of Customs (BOC), through its Customs Intelligence and Investigation Service (CIIS) and Enforcement and Security Service (ESS), said it has intensified its crackdown on illicit trade, leading to the apprehension of smuggling syndicates and...
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Thousands witness Kuraldal Kawakasan
Devotees gathered in large numbers for the annual “Kuraldal Kawakasan” in honor of Apung Lucia in Barangay Sta. Lucia, Sasmuan, Pampanga. The event gathered 2,000 participants on Friday night, January 10, 2026. Amidst the downpour, the celebration...
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Prov'l government assists 27 families affected by fire
On the orders of Governor Lilia “Nanay” Pineda, the Provincial Capitol responded to assist 27 families affected by a fire in Barangay San Bartolome, Municipality of Santo Tomas last January 7. The Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office...
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26th PIHABF scheduled on Feb 13 to 15 at NCC
The 26th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta is set to take place with aviation spectacles at the New Clark City on February 13 to 15, 2026. Captain Joy Roa, event director of PIHABF, said the fiesta continues to evolve beyond...
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1 dead from stray bullet amid holiday celebrations
ONE person died from a stray bullet amid the holiday celebrations, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said on Monday, January 5, 2026. In a press conference, PNP acting chief Lieutenant General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said the PNP recorded 15...
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P7-M ECSTASY SEIZED IN CLARK
Businesses in Central Luzon are bracing for the disruptions brought about by climate and regulatory changes that have affected their operations in 2025. Thus said Elizabeth Carlos-Timbol, president of the Metro Angeles Chamber of Commerce and Industry...
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"Aguman Sanduk" testament to Minalin's resiliency: Mayor
Mayor Philip Naguit said that this year’s Aguman Sanduk Festival 2026 is a testament to the town’s resiliency amid challenges and hardships. The mayor said the event serves as a reminder for every Minaleño to continue striving toward a better...
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Pampanga headliners in 2025
ARRESTED. Mid-year, National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) operatives arrested San Simon, Pampanga Mayor Abundio Punsalan Jr. for alleged extortion in exchange for a resolution from the local government, in favor of complainant Realsteel...
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'Boga' hurts 2 kids in Central Luzon
Two children were injured ahead of the New Year’s celebration due to the use of 'boga'. According to the Department of Health–Central Luzon (DOH-3), the victims, including one in Pampanga, are aged 9 and 11. The children reportedly sustained eye...
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SENIOR CITIZEN KILLED DUE TO STRAY BULLET
Philippine National Police acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. directed police chiefs to coordinate with local government units on the possible establishment of designated markets for firecrackers and pyrotechnic materials ahead of the New...
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LGU warns riders with loud mufflers
As the New Year revelry approaches, the local government unit (LGU) of Masantol town has reiterated the enforcement of an existing ordinance banning the use of loud mufflers on motorcycles and two-wheeled veh i cl es. Mayor Danilo Guintu said that...
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PNP RAMPS UP DRIVE VS ILLEGAL FIRECRACKERS
Philippine National Police (PNP) acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr., along with officials of the Bulacan provincial government, on Monday inspected firecracker stalls in Bocaue town, as part of the intensified drive against illegal...
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Kapampangan athletes win medals in 2025 SEA Games
Several athletes with roots in Pampanga brought pride to the province after winning medals in the recently-concluded 2025 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Bangkok, Thail an d . Jamie Malonzo of San Simon and Veejay Pre of Floridablanca, together with...
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LGU saves P700K monthly from waste segregation
The local government unit (LGU) of Sta. Ana said it is saving more than P700,000 a month after improving its waste segregation and operations at its Materials Recovery Facility (MRF). This was bared recently by the Municipal Environment and Natural...
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SFELAPCO warns public after seriesof electrocution cases
The San Fernando Electric Light and Power Company (Sfelapco) has renewed its call for stricter safety compliance following a series of electrocution incidents involving construction and repair activities near power lines in recent weeks, some of which...
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Fight fake news: LGC exec to media
A top executive of the Laus Group of Companies (LGC) has urged the local media practitioners to strengthen their commitment to accurate, factual, and reliable news amid the growing challenges of misinformation. Speaking during the company’s “Thankful...
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PRO-3: Crimes in CL drop in November
Crime rates in Central Luzon declined by 5.87% in November 2025, the Police Regional Office III (PRO-3) reported on Monday. Brigadier General Rogelio Peñones, PRO-3 director, said that comparative data showed that the total crime incidence decreased...
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Barangay Bulaon wins 2025 GLF competition
Barangay Bulaon claimed the revolving trophy, P300,000 cash prize and bragging rights in this year's Giant Lantern Festival or Ligligan Parul competition held on Saturday night (September 13) at Robinsons Starmills. The village's entry was created by...
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Giving 13th month pay 'more than a legal requirement'
WHILE required by law, the Bureau of Working Conditions (BWC) on Friday, December 12, 2025, said there is more to employers giving 13th month pay than legal compliance. In a phone interview, BWC Director Alvin Curada said providing the 13th month pay...
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CARDINAL DAVID SUPPORTS ANTI-DYNASTY BILL PASSAGE
THE former president of the Catholic Bishops’Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, expressed support for the proposed anti-political dynasty bill. In a social media post, Kalookan Cardinal Pablo David said it is now up...
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20 CHINESE SHIPS SPOTTED IN WPS
To further strengthen workplace strategies aligned with Republic Act 11036 or the Mental Health Act, the Civil Service Commission (CSC) has approved the grant of a maximum of five days “Wellness Leave” for eligible government officials and...
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DOST to turn over locally designed weapon system to DND
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) will turn over later this week a locally designed automated weapon system to the Department of National Defense (DND) for the use of the Philippine Army (PA). The turnover ceremony for the Controller...
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MUTYA NING ANGELES 2025
Arielle Maritoni D. Cabatana of Barangay San Jose was crowned Mutya ning Angeles 2025, earning the prestigious title and ?1 million in cash prizes. She was joined by other winners in the beauty pageant --- 1st Runner-Up Deanna Gayle B. Liwag, 2nd...
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5 COPS SACKED OVER ALLEGED P14M ROBBERY
Five policemen in Central Luzon were relieved from their posts for their alleged involvement in a P14-million robbery in Porac town. Brigadier General Rogelio Peñones, Police Regional Office III (PRO-3) director, confirmed the report in a statement...
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LausGroup, BPI Christmas Fest: Cars, bikes, food, treats & fun
The Laus Group of Companies in exclusive collaboration with BPI is holding the first ever Christmas Fest at the LausGroup Complex from December 4 to 6, 2025. The festival is this year's largest gathering of multi-brand cars, motorbikes, food, treats...
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Porac mayor out on bail in POGO-linked graft cases
Porac Mayor Jaime Capil is now out on bail after posting ?630,000 before the Pasig Regional Trial Court (RTC) on Tuesday for seven counts of graft in connection with POGO-related cases. Capil voluntarily appeared before RTC Pasig Branch 265,...
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City gov't all set for 'Ligligan Parul'
The City Government of San Fernando has stepped up preparations for the 117th Giant Lantern Festival (GLF) or "Ligligan Parul 2025" to be staged at Robinsons Starmills on December 13. During the media conference at Heroes Hall on Monday, Mayor Vilma...
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LGU offers P100K reward for village chief killers
The local government unit (LGU) of Masantol has offered a P100,000 reward for any information leading to the identification and arrest of individuals behind the killing of Barangay Balibago Captain Jinqui “Boboy” Qu i am bao. Mayor Danilo Guintu...
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Police arrest 2 for drugs, theft
Police operatives arrested two individuals in Apalit and Mabalacat City on November 29, Saturday for illegal drugs and theft. This was disclosed by Colonel Eugene Marcelo, Pampanga Police Provincial Office (PPO). In Apalit town, the Special Drug...
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NBI arrest 2 Cameroonians in Clark for robbery-extortion
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said on Wednesday that its Pampanga District Office has arrested two Cameroonians nationals in Clark Freeport for robbery-extortion and estafa. The NBI Pampanga District conducted the operation, in...
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PORAC QUARRY OPS IN LIMBO
The provincial government said it is now mediating between the quarry operators and local government unit of Porac following a dispute on tax which affected the quarry industry and revenues. — Photo courtesy of Daniel Ombina
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BCDA, FIRMS INK PACT FOR P4B WTE FACILITY
A Filipino-Indian consortium has secured an area inside the New Clark City for a PHP4-billion four-hectare state-of-the-art waste-to-energy facility, among the investments secured during President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s state visit to India last...
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CSF giant lantern goes to Los Angeles
A giant lantern from the City of San Fernando took the global spotlight anew as the local government brought an giant parol, crafted by artisan Arvin Quiwa, to Los Angeles on Saturday, November 22. The lantern, which stands 20 feet tall including two...
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Delta orders monitoring of risk areas along Pampanga River
Vice Governor Dennis “Delta” Pineda has ordered the monitoring of water coming from upstream areas amid the continuous rise in the water level of Pampanga River. The Pampanga Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) and the...
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Delta: No major incidents, casualties in Pampanga
Pampanga Vice Governor Dennis “Delta” Pineda reported on social media that no major incidents or casualties have been recorded in the province as Super Typhoon 'Uwan' crossed Luzon on Sunday night until Monday morning. The Philippines’21st tropical...
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Sandiganbayan orders 90-day suspension against Punsalan
The Sandiganbayan has ordered a 90-day preventive suspension against San Simon, Pam p an ga Mayor Abundio “JP” Punsalan Jr. while the official is facing trial for graft and extortion. The directive stemmed from Punsalan’s alleged involvement in an...
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Angeles CDRRMO identifies 14 high-risk barangays
The Angeles City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (ACDRRMO) has identified 14 villages as high-risk areas due to their proximity to the Abacan River. The ACDRRMO, headed by former Councilor Rudy Simeon, presented a Hazard Risk Map during...
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18th Belenismo in Tarlac opens with 52 entries
The 18th edition of the Belenismo sa Tarlac officially opened on Tuesday, November 4, with 52 entries that will make the annual giant belenmaking tradition and celebration merrier. Belenismo sa Tarlac is under the auspices of the Tarlac Heritage...
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When Christmas means rice and sardines
While most children are hoping for toys, clothes, or gadgets this Christmas, ten-yearold Adana only wants bigas and sardinas. Her wish may sound simple, but for her family and the other Badjaos living in the outskirts of Bamban, Tarlac, just a few...
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Pampanga police nabs 44 for illegal drugs
The Pampanga Police Provincial Office (PPO) reported the arrest of 44 individuals following 27 anti-drug operations from October 27 to November 2. The PPO said that 368.29 grams of shabu worth ?2,504,372 were confiscated during the operations carried...
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Remembrance of the dead in Betis continues for 9 days
While others would have set aside leftover candles after All Saints Day, residents of Betis district in Guagua town will continue honoring and offering prayers for the dead in the company of family m em ber s. In Betis, All Souls' Day, or Daun in...
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3-K cops deployed in CL for All Saints' Day security
The Police Regional Office Region 3 (PRO 3) said that more than 3,000 policemen have been deployed across Central Luzon to ensure public safety and order during the observance of All Saints’and All Souls’Days. Brigadier General Rogelio Peñones Jr.,...
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AC Task Force inspects meat products in public markets
Personnel of the Angeles City Bantay Karne Task Force and Meat Inspection Division (CMID) conducted a joint inspection operation at the Pampang Public Market and San Nicolas Public Market on Th u r sd ay. Mayor Jon Lazatin said the operations were...
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CL farmers get P35.7-M worth of farm machinery
The Department of Agriculture Region Office III (DA-3) has distributed P35.7 million worth of modern farm machinery to farmers’ cooperatives and associations Central Luzon. A total of 20 rice combine harvesters were turned over during a ceremony held...
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BFP, PNP now on heightened alert for Undas
The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) on Tuesday said it will put all of its units under heightened alert or Code Blue from Oct. 28 to 29, and full alert or Code Red from Oct. 30 to Nov. 2 as part of this year’s observance of All Saints’Day and All...
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LMP Tarlac expresses support for Mayor Yap
The League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP) – Tarlac Chapter has expressed support for Tarlac City Mayor Susan A. Yap. This came following a Commission on Elections (COMELEC) ruling that declared her ineligible and annulled her...
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QUITANGIL CREEK CLEANUP
Students of Mabalacat City College; village residents and officials; and personnel of the Philippine Air Force, Pampanga environment office, and Mabalacat City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO), join a recent cleanup activity along the...
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Arayat LGU orders wearing of face masks in schools
The local government unit of Arayat town has ordered the mandatory wearing of facemasks in schools following a reported surge in Influenza cases among students. Mayor Jeff Luriz issued Executive Order No. 20 on Wednesday, October 22, requiring all...
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Bantay Bayan members get financial aid from DSWD
Governor Lilia "Nanay" Pineda and Vice Governor Dennis "Delta" Pineda leads the distribution of P3,000 each financial assistance to some 2,486 Barangay Tanod members in the provi nce. This is under the 'Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program' (AKAP) of...
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DOH: Flu-like illness cases 25% lower in past 2 weeks
The Department of Health (DOH) on Monday reported a 25-percent decline in influenza-like illness (ILI) cases nationwide over the past two weeks, as the country continued to experience its seasonal rise in flu inf ect i on s. In a Facebook post, the...
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PNP to activate 5.3K assistance desks, 25K cops for ‘Undas’
The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Monday said it has established 5,293 police assistance desks (PADs) and will be deploying 25,349 police personnel in all public cemeteries, memorial parks and columbaria around the country. At a press briefing...
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2 DEAD IN LIGHT AIRCRAFT CRASH
THE Philippines made pageant history after Emma Mary Tiglao was crowned Miss Grand International 2025, achieving the first-ever backto-back victory in the competition’s history. Tiglao bested 76 other candidates during the coronation night held at the...
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DPWH starts insurance claim for anomalous infra projects
The government, through the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), has started the process of claiming performance bond on questionable flood control projects. Secretary Vince Dizon said they have asked three firms for the insurance payments...
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14 minors rescued from Angeles streets
The local government unit (LGU) of Angeles City has recently rescued 14 minors from the streets. The City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) led the operation on Tuesday under the directive of Mayor Jon Lazatin. The rescued minors include...
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DTI launches PH National Standard for parol in CSF
The Department of Trade and Industry-Bureau of Philippine Standards (DTI-BPS) has launched the Philippine National Standard (PNS) for parols (lanterns) with the unveiling of PNS 2296-1 in the City of San Fernando on Tuesday. The city government said...
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Minor behind Facebook bomb threat post nabbed
A young netizen, whose online remark sparked an alarming bomb threat panic in Angeles City last week, was arrested on Monday. The boy was brought to the Angeles City Hall with his parents, workers from the City Social Welfare and Development Office,...
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SFELAPCO set to remove posters from power posts
The San Fernando Electric Light and Power Company (SFELAPCO) said it is set to remove billboards, streamers, and posters from electric posts in San Fernando and Floridablanca. Lawyer Cathy Diaz, spokesperson of SFELAPCO, said the move is part of the...
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M7.4 Davao Oriental quake originated along Philippine Trench
THE magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck off the coast of Manay, Davao Oriental on Friday, October 10, 2025, originated along the Philippine Trench, one of the country’s most seismically active zones. Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology...
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LTO REVOKES ACCREDITATIONS OF DRIVING SCHOOL, CLINIC
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) said it has secured right-of-way (ROW) in six areas from Calumpit, Bulacan to Clark, Pampanga. The agency said this development is expected to speed up the completion of the North-South Commuter Railway...
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CDC bags 3 tourism awards
The Clark Development Corporation (CDC) received three awards at the 26th Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP) Pearl Awards held on October 2, 2025. CDC’s tourism arm was named Grand Winner for Best Tourism Promotions Brochure for...
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OMBUDSMAN SUSPENDS SAN SIMON MAYOR ANEW
The Office of the Ombudsman has ordered the preventive suspension of San Simon Mayor Abundio “Jun” Simbulan Punsalan Jr. for six months without pay over administrative cases involving grave misconduct, serious dishonesty, and conduct prejudicial to the...
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APALIT LGU SUSPENDS SEPTAGE FEE COLLECTION
THE Catholic Bishops’Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) warned on Monday, October 6, 2025, against efforts to derail or whitewash the ongoing investigations on the flood control project anomalies. In a statement, the CBCP asked the legislators and...
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Shiwen Lim files data privacy case against media outlets
Ian Ocampo Flora Pampanga Third District Board Member Shiwen Pamintuan Lim has filed a complaint before the National Privacy Commission (NPC) against four media organizations for allegedly violating his right to privacy through the publication of his...
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PBBM urged to reconsider zero anti-flood allocation
Masantol Mayor Danilo Guintu on Thursday appealed to President Marcos and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon to reconsider the zero allocation for flood control projects. The mayor’s appeal came after Marcos announced...
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CSF authorities urged to act on burglaries
A businessman has called on City of San Fernando authorities to intensify their drive against crimes particularly, car and house burglaries. Macky Nicdao, an entrepreneur and a member of a religious group, said he was victimized by a group of...
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PBBM to farm workers: Responsible use of land key to PH prosperity
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday urged farm workers to ensure the responsible use of land, saying this is crucial in attaining food security and ensuring the country’s productivity. Marcos made the call, as he led the ceremonial...
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Axed Bulacan DPWH official bares ‘profit sharing’ for ghost projects
DISMISSED engineer Brice Hernandez bared on Thursday, September 18, 2025, the profit sharing among officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)-Bulacan First District for ghost flood control projects. During the resumption of the...
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