The City Government of Balanga has taken a significant step in promoting and protecting human rights that aims to set a model for other local government units (LGUs) as it enacts a “landmark” ordinance. Entitled, “An Ordinance Declaring The Rights and Responsibilities of Individuals, Groups, and Organs of Society To Promote and Protect Universally Recognized […]
Bataan 3rd District Representative Gila Garcia recently presented the Technical Working Group (TWG) Report on the Proposed Philippine Bicycle Act during a joint hearing of the Committee on Sustainable Development Goals and the Committee on Transportation. The proposed measure aims to elevate public transportation standards by promoting bicycles as an alternative mode of transportation. Under […]
Stakeholders in the proposed introduction of nuclear energy into the local power mix are worried about the hefty budget required in the construction of facilities. This was gleaned from a reality check on the planned nuclear deployment during a discussion at “Hybrid Energy: Bridging the Transition to Renewables” forum sponsored recently by the Philippine Daily […]
Pursuant to Provincial Ordinance No. 23, series of 2024, passed by the Sangguniang Panlalawigan ng Bataan led by Vice Governor Cris Garcia, the Pawikan has been declared as the flagship species of the province of Bataan. In this regard, the Provincial Government of Bataan (PGB) recognizes the importance of conserving and protecting its unique biodiversity, […]
A total of 98 students from various schools across the province of Bataan participated in the Pawikan Quiz Bee, organized by the Provincial Tourism Office, led by Tourism OIC Danica Tigas-Rodriguez, in coordination with the Department of Education (DepEd) Bataan and the City of Balanga. The event was held on December 4-5, 2024, at Emiliana […]
As part of the Pawikan Festival 2024 celebration, the Pawikan Festival Creative Dance Competition was held yesterday, December 4, 2024, at the Bataan People’s Center. The Pawikan Festival is an annual celebration in the province of Bataan, specifically in the town of Morong, that aims to raise awareness and promote the conservation of marine turtles, […]
Balanga City led by Mayor Francis Garcia and Vice Mayor Vianca Venzon-Gozon has been recognized by the Commission on Population and Development (CPD) for its exceptional initiatives in population management and development. The city received the prestigious recognition during the Rafael M. Salas Kaunlarang Pantao Awards ceremony in San Fernando, Pampanga for creating a favorable […]
SM City Bataan, in collaboration with the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), joined the nationwide 18-day campaign to end violence against women. The discussion featured talks and activities aimed at raising awareness and promoting community involvement. Key partners included the Philippine National Police (PNP) K9 unit and the Provincial Social Welfare and Development […]
The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB), through its Enterprise Assistance Division (EAD), successfully conducted a comprehensive orientation session today as part of the Authority’s Enterprise Department (FED) Week. The event was held at the AFAB Auditorium and AFAB AVR 3, aiming to enhance stakeholder awareness of essential policies, procedures, and reporting requirements […]
Based on statistics shown by UNICEF, over 1 million children worldwide are victims of online sexual exploitation annually, that is, 1 in every 5 children had been victimized online. In view of this problem, the Provincial Government of Bataan thru the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) adopted stronger legislative measures supporting online safety of children within Bataan […]
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