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NO RED TIDE IN CENTRAL LUZON - BFAR
Friday 24th of May 2013
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 24 (PIA) -- Bulacan, Zambales and Bataan provinces remain free from paralytic shellfish poison or red tide.
“The coastal waters of Bulacan in Manila Bay; Masinloc Bay in Zambales and coastal waters of Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Balanga, Orani, Abucay and Samal in Bataan are now free of the toxic red tide,” the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Shellfish Bulletin dated May 14 reported.
BFAR said shellfish from the mentioned areas are safe for human consumption.
Shellfishes collected at Dumanquillas Bay in Zamboanga del Sur, Murcielagos Bay in Zamboanga del Norte and Misamis Occi...
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23May2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, May 23 (PIA) -- A former overseas Filipino worker who professed that he became a “balik-tambay” is now sending his children to school with the help of a small vending business, thanks to the NegoKart of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Jerome Dabu from Dinalupihan town is one of the 150 new beneficiaries of various livelihood projects under the DOLE Integrated Livelihood Program in Bataan who expressed gratitude during the recent Labor Day Celebration ...
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23May2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Mayo 23 (PIA) -- Patuloy na makapag-aaral ang mga anak ng isang dating overseas Filipino worker na naging “balik-tambay” sa tulong ng isang maliit na negosyong ipinagkaloob sa kanya sa ilalim ng NegoKart ng Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Isa si Jerome Dabu mula sa bayan ng Dinalupihan sa 150 bagong benepisyaryo ng iba’t ibang proyekto sa Bataan sa ilalim ng DOLE Integrated Livelihood Program sa isinagawang Labor Day Celebration for the Informal Sect...
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22May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 22 (PIA) -- The Katipunan da reng Talasaliksik at Talaturung Kapampangan Inc. invites history and art buffs to its third Kapampangan lecture series on June 3 at St. Nicholas Auditorium in Barangay Poblacion in Macabebe town. In a press statement, the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) said the event coincides with the 442nd anniversary of the martyrdom of the brave young leader of Macabebe named Bambalito and his warriors at the Battle ...
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22May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 21 (PIA) -- Five incumbent governors in Central Luzon will serve for another term after posting convincing victories in the recently concluded midterm polls. In Pampanga, Lilia Pineda defeated for the second consecutive time priest-turned-politician Ed Panlilio in their third face-off in the gubernatorial race. Based from the transparency server of Commission on Elections, Pineda got 507,207 votes while Panlilio got 125,761 votes. In Nueva Ecija, Aurelio ...
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22May2013
Tagalog news: Mga kumandidatong kababaihan, mas tinangkilik ng mga Nobo Esihano nitong Eleksyon 2013
LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija Mayo 22 (PIA) -- Labing tatlo sa mga lokal na puwesto ang pinanalunan ng mga Nobo Esihana nitong nakaraang halalan. Pasok bilang kinatawan ng lalawigan sa kongreso sina Estrellita “Ging” Suansing, ang maybahay ni Bureau of Customs Deputy Commissioner Horacio “Toto” Suansing para sa ika-unang distrito at Magnolia Antonino-Nandres na anak ng mambabatas na si Rody Antonino para sa ika-apat na distrito. Muli namang nahalal bilang kinatawan ng ikatlong di... -
22May2013CLARK FREEPORT, May 22 (PIA) -- Department of Health (DOH) Region 3 conducted this week a convention that focuses on the attainment of United Nations Millennium Development Goal # 6 (MDG 6) or combating HIV/AIDS, Malaria, Tuberculosis and other infectious diseases. The three-day affair was meant to be the starting point in scaling up efforts against these diseases for the betterment of health situations in Central Luzon. “We have been implementing several programs for the attainment of MDG ...
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21May2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, May 21 – Governor Lilia Pineda has instructed the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPA) to assist some 40,000 Kapampangan farmers in developing rice planting techniques through effective diversified farming. With this, some 50 farmers in the province were initially trained on integrated crops management system for the promotion of diversified farming that enhances the productivity of farm lands. Farmer-trainees received farm tools, laminated sacks, sprayers, vegetab...
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21May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 21 (PIA) -- Central Luzon will have eleven first termers to the House of Representatives during the 16th Congress, election results from Comelec show. The region has a total of 21 congressmen. Leading the pack are outgoing governors Bellaflor Angara-Castillo and Enrique “Tet” Garcia Jr. who will return to their old seats as representatives of the lone district of Aurora and 2nd district of Bataan respectively. Current San Fernando City Mayor and League...
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21May2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, May 21 (PIA) -- Vessels coming into harbor at the Subic Bay Freeport would feel doubly secure now, as the Subic Bay Freeport Chamber of Commerce (SBFCC) installed a new vessel tracking system to help raise the level of safety in this maritime port. SBFCC president Danny Piano said the business locators’ group installed a new Automatic Identification System (AIS) antenna on May 2 at the iconic Lighthouse Marina Resort, which is conveniently located to receive transceiver si...
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21May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 21 (PIA) -- Civil Service Commission (CSC) reminded government workers in Central Luzon on the prohibition on the consumption of alcoholic beverages in state-owned offices. CSC OIC Regional Director Fernando Porio said, “pursuant to CSC Resolution No. 1100039, the consumption of alcoholic beverages such as, but not limited to, malt, wine, and intoxicating liquor in workplace among government officials and employees during office hours is prohibited.” H...
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21May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 21 (PIA) -- Multi-titled basketball coach and incumbent Vice Governor Joseller “Yeng” Guiao has been elected as the newest representative of the 1st district of Pampanga. Guiao of the local Kambilan Party got 125,043 votes while lone rival Francis Nepomuceno of Nationalist People’s Coalition got 88,219 votes. In an earlier interview, Guiao disclosed plans to push for the creation of a national stadium inside Clark Freeport, which he said, would be a bi...
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20May2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Mayo 20 (PIA) -- Ipinahayag ng Commission on Elections (Comelec) na ang Halalan 2013 ang isa sa mga pinakamapayapang idinaos sa kasaysayan ng Nueva Ecija. Sinabi ni Provincial Election Supervisor Lydia Pangilinan na kung ikukumpara ang mga nagdaang eleksyon sa lalawigan, ito na ang pinakatahimik kahit pa nasama ito sa 15 Areas of Concern dahil walang karahasang naitala rito. Patunay na aniya riyan ang kawalan ng mga tangke mula sa militar na nag-iikot. Dagd...
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20May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Mayo 20 (PIA) -- Maaari nang magturo sa high school ang mga propesor sa kolehiyo, propesyunal at eksperto sa partikular na larangan kahit hindi na kumuha ng Licensure Exam for Teachers (L.E.T). Ito ay matapos lagdaan ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ang Republic Act 10533 o ang Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 na pormal na nagtatakda sa mas pinabuting sistema ng edukasyon sa Pilipinas. Dito dinagdagan ng dalawang taon ang Basic Education mula sa dating 10 laman...
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20May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 20 (PIA) -- City of San Fernando Mayor Oscar Rodriguez is set to return soon to Congress after being elected once again as representative of the 3rd district of Pampanga. Rodriguez, who is currently the President of the League of Cities of the Philippines and outgoing Chair of the Regional Development Council, got 140,826 votes and successfully unseated incumbent Aurelio Gonzales Jr. who got 108,275 votes. In an interview, Rodriguez said that this is by far...
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20May2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Mayo 20 (PIA) -- May 250 guidance counselors at coordinators mula sa iba’t ibang pampubliko at pribadong paaralang pangsekondarya sa Gitnang Luzon ang dumalo kamakailan sa kauna-unahang Regional Career Guidance Advocacy Congress ng Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Naka-angkla sa temang “Follow the Guide. Tag a Career. Like the Future,” isinagawa ito sa pakikipagtulungan sa Central Luzon Regional Career Guidance Network. Sinabi ni DOLE Regional...
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20May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 20 (PIA) -- Around 250 guidance counselors and coordinators from public and private high schools in Central Luzon recently graced the inaugural Regional Career Guidance Advocacy Congress of Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Anchored on the theme “Follow the Guide. Tag a Career. Like the Future”, the event was done in partnership with the Central Luzon Regional Career Guidance Network (CL-RCGN) and featured lectures and messages of officials from ...
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20May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 20 (PIA) -- A number of institutions in Central Luzon has shared their best practices in guiding high school students towards the path to take after graduation. Representatives from Bulacan Provincial Public Employment Service Office (PESO), University of the Assumption (UA), and Pampanga High School (PHS) gave tips to over 250 guidance counselors and coordinators from public and private high schools in Central Luzon that graced the inaugural Regional Career ...
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20May2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija Mayo 20 (PIA) -- Binati ng Commission on Election (Comelec)ang mga nagwaging kandidato sa Nueva Ecija kasabay paalala na gampanan ang tungkuling iniatang sa kanila ng sambayanan. Sinabi ni Provincial Election Supervisor Lydia Pangilinan na dapat pakaingatan ng mga nanalo ang tiwalang ibinigay ng mga kababayan dahil nagmula rito ang kanilang mandato na pagsilbihan sila. Dagdag pa ni Pangilinan na sana magkusa rin sila na linisin ang mga naiwang kalat o campaig...
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20May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 20 (PIA) -- Juan Pablo “Rimpy” Bondoc is set to make a comeback as 4th district of Pampanga following a landslide victory in the midterm polls. Bondoc of the Nacionalista Party, who is set to replace incumbent sister Anna York, got 105,610 votes. Closest rival Candaba Mayor Jerry Pelayo got 83,585 votes. In an interview, Bondoc said “my legislative agenda will focus on agriculture and aquaculture as these are main sources of livelihood, so any support ...
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20May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 20 (PIA) -- Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and Pampanga Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PamCham) called on guidance counselors and coordinators in Central Luzon to encourage high school students to take college and vocational courses that are needed by industries. In a lecture during the inaugural Regional Career Guidance Advocacy Congress, DOLE Central Luzon Employment and Welfare chief Nely Punzalan said that “the in-demand jobs in the region...
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18May2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Mayo 18 (PIA) -- Patuloy na tumatanggap ng mga aplikasyon ang Civil Service Commission (CSC) Regional Office 3 para sa ikalawang Career Service Professional at Subprofessional Paper and Pencil Tests ngayong taon na idaraos sa ika-13 ng Oktubre. Ayon kay CSC Central Luzon information officer Diana Henson, ang mga pagsusulit ay bukas sa lahat ng Pilipino edad 18 pataas na may good moral character, hindi nahatulan ng guilty sa kahit anong kaso o di kaya ay natan...
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18May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 18 (PIA) -- Civil Service Commission (CSC) Regional Office 3 continues to accept applications for the second Career Service Professional and Subprofessional Paper and Pencil Tests of 2013 that is scheduled on October 13. CSC Central Luzon information officer Diana Henson said “exams are open to all Filipino citizens aged 18 years old and above who are of good moral character, have neither been found guilty to an offense involving moral turpitude nor have be...
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17May2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija Mayo 17 (PIA) -- Nananatili bilang punong lalawigan si Aurelio “Oyie” Umali at kanyang bise Jose Gay “GP” Padiernos, matapos ang nagdaang eleksyon. Ideneklara ng Provincial Board of Canvassers (PBOC) sa pangunguna ni Provincial Election Supervisor Atty. Lydia Pangilinan, noong Miyerkules ng gabi ang kanilang pagkapanalo laban sa mga katunggaling Joson. Bagamat may natitira pang mga munisipyo na hindi pa nakakapagpasa ng mga boto ay naideklara ng panal...
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17May2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, May 17 (PIA)-- The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) is making waves in the business arena after it posted the highest growth rate among investment promotion agencies (IPA) in the country. The 1,691-hectare industrial complex has surpassed the seven other big IPAs including the Clark Development Corporation (CDC) and Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) in terms of growth rate from 2011 to 2012, according to the National Statistical Coordination Board (...
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17May2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Mayo 17 (PIA) -- Matapos mahirang bilang economic zone na may pinakamabilis na paglago sa bansa, target ngayon ng Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) na pabilisin ang computer system nito upang makaugnay sa lahat ng opisina ng pamahalaan. Nagsagawa kamakailan ang AFAB ng isang pagsasanay katuwang ang information technology developer na E-Konek Pilipinas Inc. upang turuan ang mga kompanya hinggil sa Electronic-to-Mobile (E2M) Customs System. Ang E2M ay ba...
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17May2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, May 16 (PIA) -- The Provincial Board of Canvassers (PBOC) has proclaimed the election winners in the province, revealing an experienced batch led by an outgoing lawmaker who vows to turn Bataan into an economic hub. Incumbent 2nd District Representative Albert Garcia emerged the runaway victor for the gubernatorial position after reaping 257,596 votes against incumbent Dinalupihan Mayor Joel Jaime Payumo who collected 82,878 votes. Garcia gets incumbent Vice Governor...
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17May2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, May 17 (PIA) -- A photo essay book on Kapampangan beauty queens since 1908 will be launched this July. Penned by Alex Castro, “Aro Katimyas Da!” (Oh kay timyas/kay ganda naman ng dalaga) (Oh how beautiful she is) was borne out of his collection of archival pictures. “I thought instead of gathering dust in carton boxes under my bed, I'd find use for them. Hence, the book, as a Filipiniana photo collector, I would often find pictures of reynas, town fiesta queens,...
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17May2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Mayo 17 (PIA) -- Maugong ngayon ang pangalan ng Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) sa pagnenegosyo matapos itong magtala ng pinakamataas na growth rate sa lahat ng mga investment promotion agency (IPA) ng bansa. Nalagpasan ng 1,691-ektaryang industrial complex ang pitong malalaking IPA sa bansa kabilang na ang Clark Development Corporation (CDC) at Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) pagdating sa growth rate mula 2011 hanggang 2012, ayon sa National ...
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17May2013LUNGSOD BALANGA, Bataan, Mayo 17 (PIA) -- Inilarawan ng mga lokal na otoridad ang katatapos lamang na halalan sa lalawigan bilang "mapayapa at maayos" bunga ng maigting na seguridad mula sa pinagsanib na puwersa ng pulisya at militar. Sinabi ng mga opisyal mula sa Department of Education na naging maayos at mabilis ang daloy ng botohan sa mga presinto. Ani schools division superintendent Tarcila Javier, panatag niyang masasabi na ligtas at maayos ang eleksyon sa pangkalahatan. Nagpahayag din ...
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17May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 17 (PIA) -- Pampanga made history as it elected a mother and son tandem for its top provincial posts with the re-election of Governor Lilia Pineda and the election of Dennis as Vice Governor. Lilia defeated for the second consecutive time Ed Panlilio in their third face-off while former Lubao Mayor Dennis defeated s lone challenger Maria Amalia Cayanan. Both Pinedas is thanking the Kapampangans for the “trust” they have given. Lilia in an interview said...
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17May2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, May 17 (PIA) -- After being hailed the fastest growing economic zone in the country, the Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) is now eyeing to upgrade its computer systems to unify with all the government offices nationwide. AFAB recently conducted a training with information technology developer E-Konek Pilipinas Inc. to familiarize the companies inside the freeport about the Electronic-to-Mobile (E2M) Customs System. E2M is part of the full computerizatio...
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17May2013TARLAC CITY, May 17 (PIA) -- Siblings Susan and Victor Yap successfully won their re-election bids as 2nd District Representative and Governor respectively in wide margins against their challengers. Congresswoman Yap, who is now on her second term, garnered 120,324 or 76.79 percent of the total votes casted for the position while closest rival Pepe Rigor got 34,615 votes. “I will continue the legislative agenda I formulated during my first term which is focused on four key areas that are clo...
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17May2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Mayo 17 (PIA) -- Idineklara na ng Provincial Board of Canvassers (PBOC) ang mga nagwagi sa halalan kung saan umangat ang mga beteranong pulitiko sa pangunguna ng isang mambabatas na nangakong gagawing economic hub ang Bataan. Uupo bilang gobernador si 2nd District Representative Albert Garcia matapos kumabig ng 257,596 na boto laban kay Dinalupihan Mayor Joel Jaime Payumo na nakakuha ng 82,878 na boto. Itinaob naman ng 245,108 boto ni Bise Gobernador Efren Dominic P...
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17May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 17 (PIA) -- Incumbent Lilia Pineda defeated Ed Panlilio for the second straight time in their third face-off for the Pampanga gubernatorial post. Pineda garnered 437,832 votes while Panlilio got 115,666 votes. “Although 18 out of 22 voting centers had only transmitted its results to the Provincial Board of Canvassers. The combined votes in there areas namely Lubao, San Simon, Mexico and Mabalacat City will not affect the outcome of the gubernatorial race,...
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17May2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, May 17 (PIA) -- Peaceful and orderly, was how local authorities described the recently concluded midterm elections in the province, owing to the staunch security upheld by the team up of police and army. Officials from the Department of Education who were at the forefront of the polls noted that the voting process in precincts was smooth and the time needed to cast the ballots only took a short time. “I can safely say that in general the election is safe and orderly,...
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17May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 17 (PIA) -- Former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has been re-elected as representative of the 2nd district of Pampanga. Arroyo got 168,718 votes while challenger Vivian Dabu got 150,171 votes. In a message written by the former President, she said in Kapampangan “Cambe nung bindisyun ning quecatamung ginu, buri cu payabut ing canacung taus pusu at mitmung cababan lub a pamananggap qng pamanyapalataya, tiwala at sicanan lub da reng quecatamung cabalen...
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16May2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija Mayo 16 (PIA) -- Nagwagi ang mga kandidato ng Partido Liberal sa mga bayan ng Llanera, Carranglan, General Tinio at lungsod ng Cabanatuan. Muling nahalal bilang alkalde ng Cabanatuan si Mayor Julius Cesar Vergara na lumamang ng 78,470 boto laban sa 45,761 boto ni Emmanuel Antonio Umali ng Unang Sigaw. Kasabay ding naiproklama ang kanyang Biseng si Marius Garcia at linya ng mga konsehal: Jean Yasmin Cruz, Ariel Severino, Mario Seeping, EJ Joson, Bunso Roque, ...
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16May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 16 (PIA) -- The Provincial Board of Canvassers is eyeing to proclaim within the day the winners of the Gubernatorial and Vice Gubernatorial races in Pampanga. Commission on Elections Provincial Election Supervisor Fernando Cot-Om said they are only awaiting results from Mabalacat City and towns of Lubao, Mexico, and San Simon. As of this writintg, incumbent Lilia Pineda leads the gubernatorial race with 445,429 votes while challenger Ed Panlilio got 111,824 ...
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16May2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Mayo 16 (PIA) -- Ipinroklama na kagabi ng Provincial Board of Canvassers sina Estrellita “Ging” Suansing at Joseph Gilbert Violago bilang kinatawan ng una at ikalawang distrito sa lalawigan. Ayon kay Lydia Pangilinan, provincial election supervisor, lumamang sa ika-unang distrito si Suansing sa puntos na 109,059 laban sa 90,125 na boto ng katunggaling papalabas na Mayor ng Quezon, Mariano Cristino Joson at 17,219 na puntos ni Renato Diaz. Sa ikalawang d...
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16May2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, May 16 (PIA) -- Incumbent Angeles City Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan successfully won his re-election bid garnering 59,504 votes against lone challenger Carmelo Lazatin’s 45,535 votes. In a message, Pamintuan said “I am overwhelmed with the way the people responded to our call. This is a clear manifestation of the continuing trust that the Angeleños have placed upon our administration. Once again, we have made history in our city where we have successfully placed a new br...
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16May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 16 (PIA) -- A Kapampangan artist who is known for his works on wiring structures and comic strips on environmental awareness is currently taking part in the 4th Tam-Awan International Arts Festival in Baguio City. Don Reich De Dios from the City of San Fernando is exhibiting 22 wire sculptures, 50 ‘boga’ rocks, and 30 pieces of drawings. “The wire sculptures are shaped like a human and weighs 200 milligrams. It is lightweight and painted in bright red...
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16May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Mayo 16 (PIA) -- Bagamat nagmula sa iba’t ibang partido, nagpahayag ng kani-kanilang suporta ang mga kakaproklamang kongresista sa Bulacan sa administrasyon ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III. Sinabi ni re-elected 3rd District Representative Joselito ‘Jonjon’ Mendoza na ngayong tapos na ang halalan, panahon nang maglingkod nang walang pagdadamot. Aniya, isang araw lang ang halalan at galitan, tatlong taon naman o higit pa ang dapat na ipaglingkod. Patunay aniya rito, b...
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15May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Mayo 15 (PIA) -- Walang duda na malaki ang ipinagbago ng sistema ng halalan sa Pilipinas at maging ng mismong mga botante at kandidato mula nang maging automated ang proseso ng pagbilang ng pagboto. Sinabi ni Commission on Elections Provincial Election Supervisor Elmo Duque na aral na aral na ang mga Bulakenyo sa pagboto gamit ang modernong Precint Counting Optical System (PCOS) machine. Batid din niya na dahil mabilis na lumabas ang resulta ng halalan, kaagad nang nagpap...
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15May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Mayo 15 (PIA) -- Tuluyan nang iprinoklama ng Commission on Elections (Comelec) sa Bulacan ang nakaupong Gobernador Wilhelmino Sy- Alvarado at asawa nitong si Kinatawan Marivic Sy-Alvarado ng Unang Distrito ng Bulacan, na pawang walang kalaban. Ito ay matapos makakuha na ng 40 porsyento bilang ng boto. Ito rin ay kahit pa 15 bayan pa lamang sa Bulacan sa kabuuang 24 na bayan at lungsod ang nai-canvass ng Provincial Board of Canvassers. Ayon kay Atty. Elmo Duque, ...
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15May2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Mayo 15 (PIA) -- May labing isang bagong espesyalista ang Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) na ibabahagi ang mga kaaalamang pang-teknolohiya upang makatulong sa mga magsasaka na mapataas ang kanilang kita. Ayon kay PhilRice Executive Director Eufemio Rasco, nahasa ang mga nagsipagtapos sa mga proyekto ukol sa plant breeding, crop protection, rice chemistry, economics and development. Samantala, ayon kay Myriam Layaoen, isa sa mga iskolar ng P...
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15May2013TARLAC CITY, May 14 (PIA) -- Commission on Elections (COMELEC) proclaimed Tuesday evening Enrique “Kit” Cojuangco Jr. as the new Vice Governor of the province of Tarlac. In an interview, the unopposed Cojuangco said “It is overwhelming. It is flattering. (May) God Bless me for this. I hope I won’t let people down. (For the next three years), I just want to be Kit. I will not try to be Superman but rest assured that I will do my job and try to help as many people as I can.” Cojuangco ...
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15May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 15 (PIA) -- The City Board of Canvassers on Tuesday officially proclaimed Edwin Santiago as the new Mayor of the City of San Fernando. The incumbent Vice Mayor defeated lone rival Rey Aquino with 56, 901 votes. In an interview right after his proclamation as the new mayor of City of San Fernando, Santiago said, "Sa unang araw ko bilang mayor ng San Fernando, I would like to sit with private sectors partners so we could set direction. My job is to press for c...
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14May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Mayo 14 (PIA) -- Hindi nagkaroon ng epekto sa resulta ng katatapos na halalan ang hindi pagkakaboto ng mga nawala ang pangalan sa voters’ list na inihanda ng Commission on Elections (Comelec). Sinabi ni Comelec Provincial Election Supervisor Elmo Duque na kung ikaw ay regular na botante tuwing ikatlong taon, hindi ka mawawala sa listahan. Pero kung hindi ka talaga bumuboto lalo na nitong nakaraang presidential election ng May 2010 at barangay election ng October 2010, ...
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14May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Mayo 14 (PIA) -- Hindi napigil ng mga maliliit na aberya sa Precinct Counting Optical System (PCOS) ang pagkakaroon ng isang tahimik at mapayapang halalan sa Bulacan dahil kaagad na naaksiyunan ng Commission on Elections (Comelec). Sa ginawang pag-ikot ni Atty. Elmo Duque, Provincial Election supervisor ng Comelec kasama ang Philippine Information Agency (PIA) sa mga pangunahing bayan sa lalawigan, may mangilan-ngilang insidente ng aberya sa nasabing PCOS machine. Una na ...
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14May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Mayo 14 (PIA) -- May 500 stakeholders mula sa sektor ng pagnenegosyo at pagmimina ang inaasahang lalahok sa isasagawang tree planting activity ngayong araw sa bayan ng Doña Remedios Trinidad. Sinabi ni Bulacan Environment and Natural Resources Officer Eugenio Payongayong na ang proyekto ay nakaangkla sa Pitong Puntong Programa ng pamahalaang panlalawigan sa pangangalaga ng kapaligiran at kalikasan. May 5,000 seedlings ang itatanim sa kahabaan ng Bayabas River at B...
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13May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 13 (PIA) -- Philippine National Police (PNP) appealed to the residents of Central Luzon to help law enforcement agencies in ensuring a peaceful midterm elections. today. “The major player for secured and fair elections is really the citizenry, even in anti-criminality operations, we will rely on you” said PNP Deputy Regional Director for Operations PSSUPT. Moro Virgilio Lazo. “Humihingi kami ng tulong (we are asking for help) although we have our force...
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10May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 10 (PIA) -- Around 15,800 public school teachers in Central Luzon will go on duty for 2013 midterm polls or 35 percent of the total workforce. “We are now giving P3,000 for the honoraria plus P500 for transportation allowance and extra P500, that is about P4,000 per teacher,” said Department of Education Regional Director Isabelita Borres during Wednesday’s Kapihan ng Mamamayan of Philippine Information Agency. There is also an insurance of P13,000 in ...
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10May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 10 (PIA) -- Commission on Elections (COMELEC) called on Central Luzon residents to abide by the two-day liquor ban that it is about to implement. “Resolution No.9582 promulgated that in compliance to the Omnibus Election Code, it shall be unlawful for any person - including owners and managers of hotels and other establishments to sell, furnish, offer, buy, serve or take intoxicating liquor anywhere in the entire country from May 12- the day before the gene...
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10May2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, May 10 (PIA) --Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) recently conducted an Environmental Compliance Audit (ECA) on the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000 in the 13 cities, 81 municipalities and 2,324 barangays of Central Luzon that is within the Manila Bay Watershed Area. “The objective of the activity is to assess the compliance of the Local Government Units with the key legal provisions of Basic Environmental Laws particularly RA 9003 or the ...
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10May2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, May 10 (PIA) -- Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) was recently granted the ISO 9001:2008 certification after passing the audit done by AJA Registrars, Inc., an independent certification body headquartered in the United Kingdom. SBMA chairman Roberto Garcia received the certification on April 29 from Paul Bagatsing, vice president and general manager of AJA Registrars, Inc.- Philippines. The certification places the SBMA at par with other organizations and companies ar...
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10May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Mayo 10 (PIA) -- Nagsagawa kamakailan ng Candlelight Memorial ang lalawigan ng Bulacan bilang paggunita sa mga binawian ng buhay sanhi ng Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome o AIDS. Sa temang “In Solidarity, Join Hands and Work Together in Response to HIV” pinangunahan ng Provincial Public Health Office ang pagbuo ng isang human ribbon na may hawak ng may sinding kandila sa loob ng capitol gymnasium. Binibigyang diin ng nasabing tema ang pangangailangan na magka...
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09May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 9 (PIA) -- Philippine Army has deployed 2,806 troops in Central Luzon to ensure a peaceful midterm polls. “Per Omnibus Election Code, the Armed Forces is mandated to provide security to polling places, voting centers, counting centers, and such other places of buildings including election paraphernalia equipment, forms and supplies that will be used by the Commission on Elections (Comelec)” said 7th Infantry Division Commander Major General Gregorio Pio C...
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09May2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, May 9 (PIA) -- The final testing and sealing (FTS) of Precinct Count Optical Scan (PCOS) machines in Central Luzon has been generally successful. “It’s all systems go," Rafael Olaño, Commission on Elections (Comelec) regional director, said. "The minor glitches are being worked on. We have already replaced the malfunctioned PCOS.” The FTS--the last stage of preparation of PCOS machines--have been generally successful, Olaño said during Wednesday’s Kap...
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09May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 9 (PIA) -- Philippine National Police (PNP) has placed 66 towns and cities in Central Luzon under its Election Watch List Areas (EWAS). “Nueva Ecija topped the list at 23 followed by Tarlac-13, Bulacan-11, Pampanga-9, Bataan-5, Aurora-3, and Zambales-2,” PNP deputy regional director for operations PSSupt. Moro Virgilio Lazo said during Wednesday’s Kapihan ng Mamamayan of Philippine Information Agency. “We have considered a lot of things in placing ce...
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09May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 9 (PIA) -- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and Commission on Higher Education (CHED) feted on Monday 10 out of its 66 scholars in Central Luzon who graduated with honors this year. Honorees and Magna Cum Laude recipients are Edgar Allan Corpus from Wesleyan University-Philippines; Jack Jon-jon Marcos and Mary Joyce Yambao from Bulacan State University; Ren Zedec Santos from Holy Angel University; and John Patrick Serrano of Tarlac State Universit...
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08May2013PANTABANGAN, Nueva Ecija, Mayo 8 (PIA) -- Naging maayos ang pagsusuri sa mga PCOS (Precinct Count Optical Scan) machine sa Pantabangan sa kabila ng walang daloy ng kuryente sa halos buong bayan. Sinabi ni Comelec Municipal Election Officer Rose Arbeth De Guzman na nagpadala ang kanilang punong tanggapan ng siyam na generator. 14 na barangay ang bumubuo sa Pantabangan at siyam dito ay kabilang sa power interruption. Marso 7 nang naputulan ng kuryente ang mga naturang barangay dahil sa utang na...
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08May2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, May 8 (PIA) -- Army chief Lieutenant General Noel Coballes recently conferred medals to eight troops from the 56th Infantry Battalion (56IB) based in Bulacan for successfully neutralizing armed extortionists. Award of Military Merit Medal (Interim) was conferred to 2nd Lt. Daryl Glenn Secong, 2nd Lt. Joel Romano III, Cpl. Danilo Viray Jr., Cpl. Romy Siddayao, and Pfc. Jerry Palicas. Moreover 1st Lt. Eric Phil Estrada and 1st Lt. Dheryl Pacleb received the Military...
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08May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 8 (PIA) -- Department of Health (DOH) called on women in Central Luzon ages 21 and up to have regular check-up in order to know if they have cervical cancer. “We wanted, on our part, to provide needed information about cervical cancer. This disease is preventable, and we have already cited ways to determine if we have this illness, and this is by annual screenings – the Pap smear and the visual inspection using acetic acid (VIA)” said DOH Regional Direc...
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08May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 8 (PIA) -- Department of Health (DOH) invites women in Central Luzon ages 21 years old and up to avail the free cervical cancer screenings this May. The screenings are held every Friday at Jose B. Lingad Memorial Hospital in Pampanga and Bataan General Hospital. “Cervical cancer is the second most deadly cancer to women after Breast. Around 12 Filipinas die due to this every day,” said DOH-Central Office Program Manager on National Center for Disease Pre...
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08May2013CLARK FREEPORT, May 8 (PIA) -- 7th Infantry Division (7ID) of the Philippine Army recently inked a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) to give security to the proposed Clark Green City project. 7ID commander Major General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. and BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Arnel Paciano Casanova led the signing. Under the MOA, 7ID will activate Special Cafgu Active Auxiliary (SCAA) companies within the area that is eyed ...
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07May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 7 (PIA) -- Personnel of the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) in Region 3 have participated in a 10-day training on Community Action for Disaster Response (CADRE). “The April 24-May 3 undertaking was aimed at enhancing the existing community response training by giving additional inputs on managing community multi-casualty incidents, triage, and light search, and rescue focusing on specific hazards in a community. With this, my staff are now certified instructo...
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07May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Mayo 7 (PIA) -- Itinaas na sa limang libong piso mula sa dating 500 piso ang buwanang pensiyon na natatanggap ng mga miyembro ng Government Service Insurance System (GSIS). Sa isang panayam, sinabi ni GSIS President Robert Vergara na ginawa ang pagbabagong ito upang masmakatulong sa kanilang miyembro na magkaroon ng masmaayos na kabuhayan. Sinabi pa ni Vergara na bahagi ito ng mga pagbabagong kanilang ipinatupad sa ilalim ng administrasyong Aquino. Bukod dito, n...
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07May2013
Tagalog news: Pagkuha ng Scholarship loan sa SSS, mas pinadali para sa mga anak ng aktibong miyembro
LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Mayo 7 (PIA) -- Mas pinadali na ang aplikasyon sa pagkuha ng pampaaral sa kolehiyo o bokasyunal ng mga anak ng sinumang aktibong miyembro sa Social Security System (SSS). Ayon kay Rizza Tanig ng SSS Baliwag, maari nang makahiram ng pampaaral ang sinumang miyembro na sumasahod ng hindi lalagpas sa 25 na libong piso basta may diretsong 12 buwang kontribusyon. Kung mag-asawa naman na miyembro ang kukuha ng pampaaral, pwede itong mapakinabangan ng hanggang dalawang be... -
07May2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Mayo 7 (PIA) -- Nakipartner ang 7th Infantry Division ng Philippine Army sa Department of Agriculture (DA) para gawing farming areas ang ilang bahagi ng Fort Magsaysay Military Reservation (FMMR). Ipinagtibay ang limang taong partnership ng pagpirma kamakailan ng Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) nila Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala at Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin. Sinabi ni Alcala na ang MOU ay naka-angkop sa direktiba ni Pangulong Aquino sa dalawang ahe...
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07May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Mayo 7 (PIA) -- Handa na ang mga Precint Count Optical Scan (PCOS) machine na gagamitin sa bawat presinto sa Bulacan sa darating na Mayo 13. Patunay dito ang kabuuang 1,962 na mga PCOS machine na naipakalat sa may 554 na mga presinto o polling center sa Bulacan. Sinabi ni Commission on Elections (Comelec) Provincial Election Supervisor Elmo Duque na bukod sa tapos na ang pagdedeliber ng nasabing mga PCOS ay selyado na rin ito ng mga security precautions upang mati...
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07May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 7 (PIA) -- A total of 3,356 jobseekers in Central Luzon were hired on the spot (HOTS) during last week’s Labor Day job fairs. Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) regional information officer Jerry Borja bared that the newly hires accounted for 25 percent of the 13, 294 qualified applicants reported by their provincial field offices. Provinces with the most HOTS were Pampanga (1,468); Tarlac (1,132); and Bulacan (496). Among the positions filled up i...
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06May2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga Mayo 6 (PIA) -- Nasa kabuuang 3,356 na mga naghahanap ng trabaho sa Gitnang Luzon ang na hired on the spot (HOTS) o nagkaroon kaagad ng trabaho sa mga idinaos na Labor Day job fairs noong nakaraang linggo. Inilahad ni Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) regional information officer Jerry Borja na ang mga bagong natanggap sa trabaho ay kumakatawan sa 25 porsyento ng 13,294 kwalipikadong aplikante na iniulat ng kanilang mga provincial field offices. Ang mg...
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06May2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, May 6 (PIA) -- Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) recently held a series of workshops that seeks to revisit the five-year action plan of Central Luzon provinces within the so-called Manila Bay area namely Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, and Tarlac on clean up, rehabilitation, and preservation. “The objective of the activity is to align the Local Government Unit (LGU) Five-year Action Plan with the Implementation Plan of the Operational Plan of t...
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06May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Mayo 6 (PIA) -- Bukas na ang scholarship program ng Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) para sa mga anak ng empleyado ng gobyerno. Isa ito sa mga magandang balitang inanunsyo ni GSIS President Robert Vergara sa katatapos lamang na Dialogue with Stakeholders and Pensioners sa St. Agatha Resort Tikay, Malolos, Bulacan. May 200 scholarship grants na naghihintay para sa mga anak ng mga kuwalipikadong miyembro. Hanggang P20,000 naman ang sasagutin ng GSIS bilang ...
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05May2013PANIQUI, Tarlac, May 5 (PIA) -- Hundreds of houses were totally or partially damaged by a mini-tornado that struck five barangays in Paniqui town late Friday afternoon. In its 7 p.m. report last night, Tarlac Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) said that 49 houses were totally damaged while 205 were partially damaged. “254 families or 1,095 persons in the villages of Ventinilla, Cabayaoasan, Tablang, Salumague, and Nancamarinan were affected by this unfortunat...
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03May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 3 (PIA) -- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on Labor Day inked a pact with various groups as a means to maintain industrial peace in Central Luzon. DOLE Regional Director Raymundo Agravante and Regional Tripartite Industrial Peace Council officials and members signed the commitment during the traditional breakfast forum held in San Fernando City. “The commitment is a vision of cohesive and productive partnerships among stakeholders working tow...
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03May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 3 (PIA) -- Department of Health (DOH) and a pharmaceutical firm, MSD Philippines, will hold free cervical cancer screenings for women aged 25-49 years old at the Jose B. Lingad Memorial Hospital for the whole month of May. In a joint media statement, DOH and MSD said, “Our partnership, which is now on its sixth year, is in line with the observance of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month (CCAM). This 2013, the awareness is going full circle - from prevention to t...
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03May2013VICTORIA, Tarlac, Mayo 3 (PIA) -- Ibinida kahapon ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ang ilan sa mga nagawa ng kanyang administrasyon sa kanyang home province na Tarlac sa ilalim ng “Tuwid na daan” na pamamahala. Sa kanyang talumpati sa harap ng mga community leaders at residente sa bayan ng Victoria, sinabi ni Aquino na nasa kabuuang 36,304 mahihirap na kabahayan ang mga benepisyaryo ngayon ng Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program ng Department of Social Welfare and Development sa Tarlac kung s...
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03May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Mayo 3 (PIA) -- Lubos ang ginagawang paghahanda ng militar at pulisya upang matiyak na magiging maayos ang pagsasagawa ng Halalan sa Bulacan sa Mayo 13. Sa isinagawang pagpupulong ng mga kasapi ng peace and order council kamakailan, sinabi ni Police Provincial Director Sr. Supt. Joel Orduña na nasa final stage na nang pag-de-deploy ng mga pulis sa iba’t ibang voting centers sa bawat munisipalidad kasama ang 238 karagdagang tropa mula sa Armed Forces of the Philip...
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03May2013TARLAC CITY, May 3 (PIA) -- An Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) scholar from Tarlac is now earning the fruits of the hard work of her parents as she is now a professional migrant worker herself in Qatar. In an interview via Skype during Tuesday’s Job and Livelihood Fair in St. Michael’s Park, Camp Servillano Aquino in Tarlac City which President Benigno Aquino III graced, 28-year old Mylene Gomez said “OWWA had been a great help for my studies. My Father, Isaias, worked in t...
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03May2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Mayo 3 (PIA) -- Nakatakdang isagawa ngayong Sabado at Linggo ang kauna-unahang balangayan camp ng Pilipinas Natin (PN) sa lalawigan ng Nueva Ecija sa bayan ng Gabaldon. Ayon kay PN Central Luzon Coordinator Banik Allan Merenciano, ang balangayan camp ay tumutulong na ipabatid sa mga lalahok ang kanilang kaalaman at kakayahang mamuno. Iba’t ibang mga aktibidad ang kanilang pagdadaanan tungkol sa kanilang pagkatao upang mas makilala ang sarili, mahasa ang k...
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03May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, May 3 (PIA) -- Ipinagkaloob nitong Miyerkules ng Department of Labor and Employment ang kabuuang isang milyong pisong puhunang pangkabuhayan para sa mga may kapansanan sa lalawigan ng Bulacan. Sa isang pahayag, sinabi ng DOLE Bulacan Provincial Office na iginawad ang grant sa mga samahan ng mga Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) sa mga bayan ng Calumpit, Pandi at Bocaue. Ilalaan ang pondo na nagkakahalaga ng 300 hanggang 500 libong piso bawat grupo, sa probisyon ng m...
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02May2013TARLAC CITY, May 2 (PIA) -- Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) on Tuesday launched its newest program dubbed “Mag-impok…Magnegosyo Movement (M-3)” during the Job and Livelihood Fair in Camp Servillano Aquino in Tarlac City which President Aquino graced. The program is aimed at encouraging Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families to save income for their future investments. “Overseas employment is not permanent, and with this, on the part of OWWA, together with t...
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02May2013VICTORIA, Tarlac, May 2 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III on Wednesday highlighted some of the significant accomplishments of his administration in his home province of Tarlac under the Tuwid na Daan (Straight path) battle cry. “A total of 36,304 indigent households are currently beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program of Department of Social Welfare and Development in Tarlac which is way above our 31,991 target. From this figure, 1,800 are from Victoria," Aquino told com...
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02May2013BONGABON, Nueva Ecija, Mayo 2 (PIA) -- Pinasinayaan kamakailan ng National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) ang historical marker sa bayan ng Bongabon sa Nueva Ecija kung saan pinaslang si dating Unang Ginang Aurora Aragon-Quezon na kabiyak ni dating Pangulo Manuel Quezon. Ayon kay NHCP Chairperson Maria Serena Diokno, sila ay nagalak dahil ang mga apo at kamaganak ng dating Pangulong Quezon ang nagsikhay upang magawan ng pananda ang lugar. Batay sa mga talang pangkasaysayan, sa...
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02May2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, May 2 (PIA) -- Pinag-ibayo pa ng pamahalaang panlalawigan ng Bulacan ang paghahanda nito kontra kalamidad sa pamamagitan ng pagsasailalim sa mga tauhan nito sa limang araw na Incident Command System (ICS) Position Title Course Training. Ayon kay Office of Civil Defense (OCD) Regional Director Josefina Timoteo, layunin ng pagsasanay na imulat at makabisa ng mga "response team" ang mga "position title" tulad ng "Incident Commander," "Operations Section Chief," "Logist...
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01May2013LUNGSOD NG TARLAC, Mayo 1 (PIA) -- Binisita kahapon, Abril 30, ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ang isinagawang Job and Livelihood Fair sa St. Michael’s Park, Camp Servillano Aquino, Tarlac City kung saan may 40 libong local at overseas careers sa business process outsourcing, retail, service at manufacturing industries ang inialok. Naka-angkla sa temang “Manggagawang Pilipino: Handa sa Hamon ng Makabangong Panahon”, ang okasyon ay co-sponsored ng Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE),...
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01May2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Mayo 1 (PIA) -- Makakatuwang ng pulisya ang may 375 sundalo mula sa 3rd Infantry Battalion ng Philippine Army sa pagtitiyak ng mapayapang Halalan 2013 sa lalawigan ng Nueva Ecija. Sinabi ni Provincial Police Director Senior Superintendent Crizaldo Nieves na makatutulong ang mga karagdagang kasundaluhan sa pagsasagawa ng mga checkpoint. Inilahad ni 3rd Infantry Battalion Commanding Officer Lt. Col. Eugene Mata na 100 sundalo na mula sa kanilang hanay ang katu...
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01May2013CABANATUAN CITY, Nueva Ecija, May 1 (PIA) -- Parts of Nueva Ecija will experience a nine-hour power interruption on Friday, May 3. “Power outage is set from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. affecting consumers of NEECO II Area 1 (Munoz, Guimba, Quezon, Caranglan, and Aliaga substations), SAJELCO, CLSU, and LGU-PAMES” said National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) North Luzon Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Officer Lilibeth Gaydowen. Reason of brownout is due to the repair and mainten...
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01May2013TARLAC CITY, May 1 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III graced on Tuesday the Job and Livelihood Fair in St. Michael’s Park, Camp Servillano Aquino, Tarlac City where up to 40,000 local and overseas careers in business process outsourcing, retail, service and manufacturing industries were up for grabs. Anchored on the theme “Manggagawang Pilipino: Handa sa Hamon ng Makabangong Panahon”, the event was co-sponsored by Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Tarlac Provincial Public Empl...
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01May2013TARLAC CITY, May 1 (PIA) -- A total of 1,132 jobseekers were hired on the spot during Tuesday’s Job and Livelihood Fair in Camp Aquino, Tarlac City which President Benigno Aquino III graced. Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) regional information officer Jerry Borja said that the new hires accounted for 32 percent of the 3,475 applicants who registered. Positions filled up included customer service representatives, sales clerks, waiters, production workers and factory workers. Among ...
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01May2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, May 1 (PIA) -- Department of Tourism (DOT) invites Central Luzon residents to the 1st Farm Tourism Conference that is slated from May 22-25 at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center. “The conference, which is organized by the International School of Sustainable Tourism, aims to equip farm-bound stakeholders and entrepreneurs with the knowledge and expertise in enhancing the quality of experience in their farmlands thru tourism and travel, discovering li...
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30Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 30 (PIA) -- Siyam na pinaghihinalaang drug pushers ang inaresto ng mga kagawad ng pulisya sa Bulacan sa magkakahiwalay na operasyon. Sa ulat na nakarating kay Bulacan police director Senior Supt. Joel Sabio Orduña, anim na suspek ang nahuli sa Brgy. San Martin de Porres at isa sa Brgy. San Manuel matapos magbenta ng illegal na droga sa isang nagpanggap na buyer. Nakumpiska mula rito ang 13 heat-sealed transparent plastic sachets na naglalaman ng shabu at dru...
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30Apr2013LUNGSOD NG TARLAC, Abril 30 (PIA) -- Nakatakdang bisitahin ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ang isasagawang Job and Livelihood Fair sa St. Michael’s Park, Camp Servillano Aquino, Tarlac City ngayong araw kung saan may 40 libong local at overseas careers sa business process outsourcing, retail, service at manufacturing industries ang iaalok. Naka-angkla sa temang “Manggagawang Pilipino: Handa sa Hamon ng Makabangong Panahon”, ang event ay co-sponsored ng Department of Labor and Employment ...
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30Apr2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Abril 30 (PIA) – Patuloy na inaanyayahan ng Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Region 3 ang lahat ng mga naghahanap ng trabaho partikular ung mga repatriated workers mula sa Middle East at fresh college graduates na dumalo sa mga isasagawang 111th Labor Day job fairs sa Gitnang Luzon bukas, Mayo Uno. Inilahad ni DOLE regional director Raymundo Agravante na libo-libong local at overseas careers sa business process outsourcing, retail, service at manufa...
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30Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga April 30 (PIA) -- Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Regional Office 3 continues to invite repatriated workers from the Middle East, fresh college graduates and other job seekers to attend the government-sponsored 111th Labor Day job fairs in Central Luzon tomorrow. DOLE regional director Raymundo Agravante bared that thousands of local and overseas careers in business process outsourcing, retail, service and manufacturing industries are up for grabs in the...
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30Apr2013TARLAC CITY, April 30 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III is scheduled to grace the Job and Livelihood Fair in St. Michael’s Park, Camp Servillano Aquino, Tarlac City where up to 40,000 local and overseas careers in business process outsourcing, retail, service and manufacturing industries are up for grabs. Anchored on the theme “Manggagawang Pilipino: Handa sa Hamon ng Makabangong Panahon”, the event is co-sponsored by Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Tarlac Provincial Public...
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02May2013SASMUAN, Pampanga, May 2 (PIA) -- Activities for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and Senior Citizens and an honor to a local hero will highlight Sasmuan town’s 104th anniversary this Saturday, May 4. Sasmuan Mayor Josefina Leoncio said “we are going to have a parade featuring the contestants of our Gandang Lola 2013 as well as a walkathon dedicated to PWDs.” A wreath laying will then be held at the monument of Don Monico Mercado who was responsible for the separation of Sasmuan from Gua...
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30Apr2013IBA, Zambales, April 30 (PIA) -- Four towns in Zambales will experience an 11-hour power interruption today, April 30. “Power outage is set from 7AM to 6PM affecting consumers of Zambales Electric Cooperative II (ZAMECO II) in Iba, Palauig, Candelaria, and Sta. Cruz” said National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) North Luzon Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Officer Lilibeth Gaydowen. Reason of brownout is due to the annual preventive maintenance and testing of power tr...
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30Apr2013TARLAC CITY, April 30 (PIA) -- Parts of Tarlac and Nueva Ecija will experience a nine-hour power interruption today, April 30. “Power outage is set from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. affecting consumers Tarlac Electric Cooperative 1 (TARELCO 1) in the towns of Victoria, Pura, Gerona, Paniqui, Ramos, Anao, Camiling, Moncada, San Manuel, San Clemente, Mayantoc, Sta. Ignacia, and San Jose in Tarlac and the municipalities of Nampicuam, Cuyapo and parts of Guimba in Nueva Ecija,” said National Grid Corporati...
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29Apr2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, April 29 (PIA) -- Eight armed extortionists, who are allegedly members of the New People’s Army (NPA), were nabbed on Friday by a joint army and police operation in barangay Kabayunan, Doña Remedios Trinidad (DRT) in Bulacan. “The operation, which was done by the 56th Infantry Battalion (56IB) headed by Lt. Col. Bernardo Oña and DRT Municipal Police Station (MPS), resulted in a no gunfire confrontation and confiscation of three .45 mm high-powered firearms; fo...
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29Apr2013FORT RAMON MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, April 28 (PIA) -- 7th Infantry Division (7ID) formally welcomed 150 new recruits who passed its rigid Candidate Soldiers Course Class (Cl) 326-13 cross-training with Jungle-Warfare-Mountain-Operations Course (JWMOC). The all male class survived a battery of tests that challenged their mental, physical, and emotional abilities. In a message that was read by Chief of Staff Col. Harold Cabreros, 7ID Commander Major General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. told the new...
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29Apr2013OLONGAPO CITY, April 29 (PIA) -- Officials and employees of SM City Olongapo along with other stakeholders planted 500 Mangrove propagules and holding a clean-up along Calapandayan River in Subic town, Zambales in observation of the 2013 Earth Day. Assistant Mall Manager Junias Eusebio said “the activity is among our modest contributions in helping ease the ill-effects of global warming.” On the same day, SM Olongapo launched a fair which showcased eco-friendly products and innovations by ...
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29Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 29 (PIA) -- Kabilang ang Bulacan Provincial Blood Center (BPBC) sa mga itinalaga kamakailan ng Department of Health bilang isa sa tatlong Lead Blood Service Facility sa Gitnang Luzon. Sinabi ni Provincial Public Health Office Chief Dra. Jocelyn Gomez na ang pagtatalaga sa BPBC at sa Paulino J. Garcia Memorial Research and Medical Center sa Nueva Ecija at Jose B. Lingad Memorial Regional Hospital sa Pampanga ay naaayon sa bagong polisiya ng National Voluntary B...
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29Apr2013MARILAO, Bulacan, Abril 29 (PIA) -- Nagsagawa kamakailan ng “Ecology Fair” ang SM City Marilao bilang pakiki-isa sa pagdiriwang ng Earth Day. Tampok rito ang obra ng scrap designers na sina Ralph Santos, Marshey, Erik Fashionista, Maika Garcia, Sharmaine Verdadero, Reniel at Paulo Toralba kung saan ipinakita ang mga damit na gawa sa mga "junk" na materyales at maging mga coconut husks o bunot, tuyong dahon, diyaryo at garbage bags na ginawang cocktail dresses at accessories. May hinabi rin...
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29Apr2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, April 28 (PIA) -- Elements of the Angeles City police on Tuesday nabbed a 50 year old man who was caught selling methamphetamine hydrochloride or commonly known as “shabu” in barangay Pandan. In a statement, the Angeles Police said that the suspect was arrested after selling his small size heat-sealed transparent plastic sachet containing shabu to a poseur buyer. “A marked money used in the operation and the shabu was recovered from his possession,” police opera...
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27Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 27 (PIA) -- Naglaan ang Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) ng 16 bilyong piso para sa pagsusulong ng mga imprastrakturang itatayo sa pamamagitan ng Public-Private Partnership (PPP). Sa ginanap na diyalogo sa pagitan ng mga pensiyonado at iba pang sektor sa lungsod ng Malolos, sinabi ni GSIS President Robert Vergara na minabuti ng institusyon na paikutin ang bahagi ng pondo nito sa mga proyektong pang-imprastrakturang isasakatuparan ng administrasyong ...
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27Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, April 27 (PIA) -- Daan-daang bikers mula sa iba't ibang bahagi ng Luzon ang inaasahang dadagsa sa Bulacan ngayong Linggo para sa 2013 TakBulacan biking event na nagsusulong ng Honest, Orderly and Peaceful Elections (HOPE). Ang aktibidad, na kasamang itinataguyod ng Salika Foundation, Commission on Elections, Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting at Philippine Councilor’s League, ay naglalayong isulong ang camaraderie ng lahat ng mga taga-Bulacan at mga t...
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27Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 27 (PIA) -- Kumita ng ng 3.3 bilyong piso noong nakaraang taon ang dating paluging Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) dahil sa mas pinarami at pinalawak nitong mga serbisyo. Sa isang panayam, sinabi ni Post Master General Josefina dela Cruz na kabilang sa kanilang mga bagong serbisyo na pinasimulan noong 2012 ay ang kanilang money transfer service kung saan inihahatid nila sa mga benepisyaryo ng Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program ng Department of Social ...
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28Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 28 (PIA) -- Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) enjoins dependents of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) in Central Luzon to avail of their scholarships. “We are accepting applications under our Education for Development Scholarship Program (EDSP). The scholarship shall be in the form of financial assistance worth P60,000 per school year to be paid directly to the school as tuition fees,” said OWWA Regional Director Socorro Castro. “The grant...
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26Apr2013CLARK FREEPORT, April 26 (PIA) -- Over 130 energy stakeholders from Luzon attended the public consultation of Department of Energy (DOE) on the formulation of an Energy Code of Practice. “We are holding an Island Wide Consultation for us to finalize the code of practice that will help us in the implementation of the Renewable Energy Safety, Health and Environment Rules and Regulations which we call RESHERR,” said DOE-Renewable Energy Management Bureau (REMB) chief Mario Marasigan. When as...
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26Apr2013BACOLOR, Pampanga, April 26 (PIA) -- Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Director-General Jose Mari Oquiñena called on student-leaders in Central Luzon to keep their hunger for learning despite attained successes. In a message during the awarding of the regional winners of 2013 Ten Outstanding Students of the Philippines (TOSP) in Bacolor town, Oquiñena emphasized, “Life is a continuous journey of learning. What’s the point of waking up everyday if you don’t want to learn?” Oquiñen...
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26Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 26 (PIA) -- May 60 lokal at banyagang kumpanya ang inaasahang lalahok sa 2013 Labor Day Job Fairs sa Bulacan. Naka-angkla sa temang “Manggagawang Pilipino: Handa sa Hamon ng Makabagong Panahon” idaraos ang mga employment fests sa mga mall ng SM sa Baliwag at Marilao. Sinabi ni Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Regional Director Pedro Fernando Jr. na kabilang sa mga posisyong maaring aplayan ang accounting administration, engineering, information t...
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26Apr2013CLARK FREEPORT, April 26 (PIA) -- Clark Development Corporation (CDC), through its Community Extension Services Office (CESO), will hold free animal rabies vaccination in four barangays in Angeles City on April 30. Around 90 dogs and cats are expected to be vaccinated from the state-owned firm’s “Operation Iwas Rabis” initiative in the villages of Monicayo, Calumpang, San Vicente, and Sto. Niño. “The project is in line with CDC’s social responsibility on promoting health and sanitat...
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26Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, April 26 (PIA) -- Hundreds of bikers from Luzon will converge in Bulacan on Sunday, April 28 for the 2013 TakBulacan biking event which advocates for an Honest, Orderly, and Peaceful Elections (HOPE). The event to promote camaraderie among all Bulakeños and people who never grow tired of believing in the value of unity, charity, and volunteerism. The biking event will start at five in morning in Marcelo H. Del Pilar National Shrine in Bulakan town and ends at the...
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26Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 26 (PIA) -- Nilatagan na ng bagong aspalto ang makasaysayang Paseo del Congreso na magmumula sa panulukan ng Mac Arthur highway hanggang sa kabayanan ng Malolos. Ito ang kauna-unahang pagkakataon na isinailalim sa preventive maintenance ang nasabing lansangan mula nang unang latagan ng aspalto ito noong 1998, bilang paghahanda sa pambansang pagdiriwang ng Sentenaryo ng Kalayaan ng Pilipinas. Nagkakahalaga ng 22 milyong piso ang may walong pulgadang kapal ng...
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26Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 26 (PIA) -- Naglaan ng kabuuang limang bilyong piso ang Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) sa Pag-Ibig Fund para mapalawak ang pautang sa pabahay para sa mga kawani ng pamahalaan. Sa isang panayam, sinabi ni GSIS President Robert Vergara na ang naturang halaga ay maaaring utangin base sa pamantayang itinakda ng Pag-Ibig na siya namang aprubado ng Housing and Urban Development Coordinationg Council (HUDCC). Base sa patakaran ng Pag-Ibig, maaring maka...
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26Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 26 (PIA) -- Bibigyang parangal ngayong araw ng Pamahalaang Panlalawigan ng Bulacan sa pamamagitan ng Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) ang mga napili bilang natatanging Rural/City Health Unit at Best Health Practice para sa taong 2012 sa The Pavilion ng Hiyas ng Bulacan Convention Center. Ang naturang pagkilala ay ibibigay dahil sa naging kontribusyon ng mga municipal health unit gayundin ang layunin ng mga health worker at volunteer na mai-angat ang anta...
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26Apr2013CLARK FREEPORT, April 26 (PIA) -- Passenger traffic in Clark International Airport (CIA) totaled to 408,895 from January to March this year- up by 62 percent compared to the same period last year. From January to March 2012, about 252,163 passengers was posted. “Passenger on a monthly basis are encouraging, in January, CIA served 153,920 passengers which is 71.5 percent higher compared last year; February, 123,349, an increase of 57.3 percent; and March, 56.6 higher” said CIA President and...
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26Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 26 (PIA) -- Buong-buo nang pinondohan ng Department of Health (DOH) ang kauna-unahang CT Scan ng Bulacan Medical Center (BMC). Ayon kay Health Assistant Secretary Gerardo Bayugo, sinagot na ng ahensiya ang pagbili ng 25 milyong pisong kagamitan na iaangkat pa mula Germany. Base sa orihinal na usapan ng DOH at pamahalaang panlalawigan, 10 milyong piso sana ang dapat sasagutin ng DOH habang bahala na ang pamahalaang panlalawigan sa 15 milyong piso na kamakaila...
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26Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 26 (PIA) -- Makakahinga na nang maluwag ang mga guro ng Department of Education (DepEd) na nagkaroon ng utang sa compulsory premium contributions sa Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) dahil inako na ito ng Department of Budget and Management (DBM). Sa ginanap na diyalogo sa mga pensiyonado sa lungsod ng Malolos, ipinaliwanag ni GSIS President Robert Vergara na naayos ang rekord ng mga benepisyo at hulog ng may halos 800 na libong guro sa pampublikong p...
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25Apr2013TARLAC CITY, April 25 (PIA) -- The Lighthouse Amihan Football Club (LAFC) took top spot in the Central Luzon Futsal League after a 12-8 victory over the Tarlac State University (TSU) Firefox yesterday at the TSU basketball gym. With the win, the LAFC Batang ‘Gapo booters took top of the table after match day 2 with 6 points while the CLSU Green Cobras dropped to 2nd and Futbulakenyos is currently third. The TSU squad remains scoreless. In the first game, Bulacan’s Futbulakenyos defeated t...
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25Apr2013BALER, Aurora, April 25 (PIA) -- Parts of Aurora and Nueva Ecija will experience up to three hours of power interruption on Friday, April 26. “Power outage is set from 8 a.m.to 10 a.m. and 4p.m.-5p.m. affecting the entire NEECO II Area 1, SAJELCO, CLSU and LGU-PAMES as well as parts of NEECO II Area 2 (Natividad and Bongabon Substations) and AURELCO (San Luis substation)” said National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) North Luzon Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Officer...
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25Apr2013CLARK FREEPORT, April 25 (PIA) -- Parts of Clark Freeport will experience a nine-hour power interruption on Sunday, April 28. “Power outage is set from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. affecting consumers of Clark Electric Distribution Corporation,” said National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) North Luzon Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Officer Lilibeth Gaydowen. Gaydowen said an intermediate pole will be installed to correct a low sag along Mexico-Clark 69kV transmission line 2. ...
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25Apr2013BALER, Aurora, Abril 25 (PIA) -- Makakaranas ng hanggang sa tatlong oras na pagkawala ng kuryente ang ilang bahagi ng Aurora at Nueva Ecija ngayong Biyernes, ika-26 ng Abril. Sinabi ni National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) North Luzon Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Officer Lilibeth Gaydowen na nakatakda ang brownout mula alas otso ng umaga hanggang alas diyes ng umaga at alas kwatro ng hapon hanggang alas singko ng hapon. Apektado rito ang mga konsyumer ng NEECO II A...
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24Apr2013TARLAC CITY, April 24 (PIA) -- Up to 40,000 local and overseas careers in business process outsourcing, retail, service and manufacturing industries will be up for grabs in the 2013 Mega Labor Day Job Fair at Camp Servillano Aquino in Tarlac which opens on April 30. Anchored on the theme “Manggagawang Pilipino: Handa sa Hamon ng Makabangong Panahon,” the event is co-sponsored by Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Tarlac Provincial Public Employment Service Office, and Armed Forces o...
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24Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 24 (PIA) -- Commission on Elections (COMELEC) called on the voters of Central Luzon to avoid precinct confusion on May 13 by using their online database. “Voter’s can check their designated polling places via our precinct finder facility that is seen in the left side of our website- www.comelec.gov.ph” said COMELEC Regional Director Rafael Olaño. “A form will appear once you click the Precinct Finder Form at the bottom where a user should enter hi...
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24Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 24 (PIA) -- The National Nutrition Council (NNC), in partnership with the Regional Nutrition Evaluation Team (RNET), will begin this month its evaluation on the 2013 nutritional status of towns, cities, and provinces in Central Luzon. “The Monitoring and Evaluation of Local Level Plan Implementation (MELLPI) aims to monitor and validate the efficiency and effectiveness of the nutrition and nutrition-related activities implemented at the local level,” N...
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23Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 23 (PIA) -- Isang lungsod at apat na bayan sa lalawigan ng Bulacan ang tinututukan ngayon ng pulisya upang matiyak na magiging maayos at tahimik ang isasagawang halalan roon sa ika-13 ng Mayo. Inilahad ni Bulacan Provincial Police Office Operations Branch chief P/Supt. Fitz Macariola na binabantayan ng kanilang hanay ang siyudad ng San Jose del Monte at mga bayan ng Doña Remedios Trinidad, San Ildefonso, San Rafael at San Miguel dahil sa mainit na tunggalian ...
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23Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 23 (PIA) -- Patuloy ang pagbibigay ng pamahalaang panlalawigan ng Bulacan, sa pamamagitan ng Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) at Provincial Health Office (PHO), ng libreng bakuna kontra sa rabis. Base sa tala ng PVO, mula Enero hanggang Abril ngayong taon, nakapagbakuna na sila ng 35,356 na mga aso, nakahuli ng 316 na mga asong gala at may 197 na mga aso din ang isinailalim sa euthanasia. Nakapagtala din ang tanggapan ng 17 na mga asong K9 at isang pusa na...
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23Apr2013CLARK FREEPORT, April 23 (PIA) -- Around 200 stakeholders from Regions 1,2,3,4A,4B,5, the Cordillera, and Metro Manila will converge in Hotel Stotsenberg in Clark Freeport, Tuesday, for the Luzon Public Consultation on the formulation of the Renewable Energy Code of Practice of the Department of Energy (DOE). “The activity, which is done in partnership with the Philippine Information Agency, is pursuant to Rule 2, Section 8 of Department Circular No. DC2012-11-0009 otherwise known as Renewabl...
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23Apr2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, April 23 (PIA) -- Civil Service Commission in Region 3 (CSC-3) is now accepting applications for the second Career Service Professional and Subprofessional Paper and Pencil Tests of 2013 scheduled on October 13. CSC information officer Diana Henson said, “Exams are open to all Filipino citizens aged 18 years old and above who are of good moral character, have neither been found guilty to an offense involving moral turpitude nor have been dishonorably dismissed fro...
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23Apr2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Abril 23 (PIA) -- Tumatanggap na ng mga aplikasyon ang Civil Service Commission (CSC) Regional Office 3 para sa ikalawang Career Service Professional at Subprofessional Paper and Pencil Tests ngayong taon na idaraos sa ika-13 ng Oktubre. Ayon kay CSC Central Luzon information officer Diana Henson, ang mga pagsusulit ay bukas sa lahat ng Pilipino edad 18 pataas na may good moral character, hindi nahatulan ng guilty sa kahit anong kaso o di kaya ay natanggal sa ...
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22Apr2013SUBIC FREEPORT, April 22 (PIA) -- Hundreds of football players and enthusiasts will troop to Subic Bay on May 12 for the Luzon Beach Soccer Eliminations at the Lighthouse Marina Resort beachfront area. Eight men's and eight women's team are set to battle it out for the right to represent the island at the National Beach Football title late this year. "(We have) been organizing the Luzon Beach Football Eliminations in Subic since 2000 and we consider (Subic Bay) our home already," said Beach Fo...
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22Apr2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, April 22 (PIA) -- Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) recently conferred the P3M Performance Challenge Fund (PCF) check to the city government of Angeles. “The PCF is bestowed to LGUs who earlier bagged the Seal of Good Housekeeping (SGH),” DILG Regional Director Florida Dijan explained. SGH is conferred to those who have excelled in the areas of planning, budgeting, revenue mobilization, financial management, and budget execution, procurement and re...
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22Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga April 22 (PIA) -- Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Regional Office 3 is inviting repatriated workers from the Middle East, fresh college graduates and other jobseekers to attend the government-sponsored 111th Labor Day job fairs in Central Luzon on May 1. DOLE regional director Raymundo Agravante said thousands of local and overseas careers in business process outsourcing, retail, service and manufacturing industries are up for grabs in these employment f...
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22Apr2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga Abril 22 (PIA) -- Inaanyayahan ng Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) sa Rehiyon 3 ang lahat ng mga naghahanap ng trabaho partikular ang mga repatriated workers mula sa Middle East at katatapos lamang sa kolehiyo na dumalo sa mga isasagawang 111th Labor Day job fairs sa Gitnang Luzon sa Mayo Uno. Inilahad ni DOLE Regional Director Raymundo Agravante na libu-libong local at overseas careers sa business process outsourcing, retail, service at manufacturing ...
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21Apr2013CAMP AQUINO, Tarlac, April 21 (PIA) -- Libu-libong Novo Ecijano at Zambalenyo ang nakinabang sa mga isinagawang Community Relations activities ng mga Pilipino at Amerikanong sundalo na lumahok sa Balikatan 2013. Sa isang pahayag, sinabi ng Northern Luzon Command na nagsagawa ang mga sundalo ng symposium patungkol sa alternative medicine at basic life support para sa mga health workers at opisyal ng barangay Rabanes sa bayan ng San Marcelino sa Zambales habang nagkaroon naman ng basketball frien...
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21Apr2013CAMP AQUINO, Tarlac, April 21 (PIA) -- Ilang barangay sa mga lalawigan ng Nueva Ecija at Zambales ang nakinabang sa mga proyektong pang imprastraktura ng mga Pilipino at Amerikanong sundalo na lumahok sa Balikatan 2013. Sa isang pahayag, sinabi ng Northern Luzon Command na ang mga barangay na nabiyayaan sa ilalim ng Engineering Civic Action Program (ENCAP) ay ang Soledad at Liwayway sa bayan ng Sta. Rosa sa Nueva Ecija; Liwan at Rabanes sa bayan ng San Marcelino, Umaya sa San Narciso at Looc sa...
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20Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 20 (PIA) -- Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Region Office 3 formally started its bid to be ISO (International Organization for Standardization) certified again via a general awareness seminar for all of its employees. The seminar covered topics on ISO 9000 Family of Standards Overview; the eight Quality Management Principles; ISO 9001 Benefits for Internal and External Clients; the PDCA Cycle, QMS Model, and ISO 9001 Main Sections; Documentation R...
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19Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 19 (PIA) -- Sinimulan na ngayong tag-araw ang konstruksyon ng P160 milyong pocket dike ng Calumpit na magsasalba sa kabayanan ng bayan mula sa matinding pagbaha. Ayon kay Mayor James de Jesus, ang proyekto ay bahagi ng ipinangako ni Pangulong Aquino nang pamunuan niya ang joint meeting ng National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council at Regional Development Council noong 2011 sa Bulacan matapos ang hagupit ng mga bagyong Pedring at Quiel sa lalawigan...
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18Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 18 (PIA) -- Itinatag ng Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Region 3 ang pinakahuli nitong school-based Public Employment Service Office o PESO sa Holy Family International College sa lungsod ng San Jose del Monte, Bulacan. Ayon kay DOLE regional information officer Jerry Borja, layunin ng mga school-based PESO na matulungan ang mga estudyante na makahanap ng maayos na trabaho pagkatapos ng kanilang pag-aaral sa pamamagitan ng career information, pre-emp...
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18Apr2013LUNGSOD NG OLONGAPO, Abril 18 (PIA) -- Asahan nang masmarami pang kabataan ang mabibiyayaan ng Training for Work Scholarship kasunod ng paglalaan ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ng P3 bilyon para sa programang ito ng Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). Sa isang press conference sa lungsod ng Olongapo, sinabi ni TESDA Secretary Joel Villanueva na layunin ng program na mapalaki ang oportunidad ng maraming magsisipagtapos na makakuha ng disenteng trabaho. Partikular sa...
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18Apr2013LUNGSOD NG OLONGAPO, Abril 18 (PIA) -- Sasanayin ng Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) ang mga lisensyadong nars na gustong magtrabaho sa Japan. Sa isang press conference sa lungsod ng Olongapo kamakailan, sinabi ni TESDA Secretary Joel Villanueva na sinasanay nila sa kanilang punong tanggapan sa lungsod ng Taguig ang mga nars na kukuha ng licensure exam ng Japan pati na ang pagsasalita ng nihonggo ayon sa kondisyon ng JPEPA. Ang JPEPA ay ang Japan-Philippine Economic...
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17Apr2013IBA, Zambales, April 17 (PIA) -- The Outstanding Students of the Philippines-Region 3 Alumni Community of Heroes (TOSP-R3ACH) will hold this week a nation-building activity for selected college student leaders in Central Luzon. The activity is anchored on the theme “I Choose Bayan.” In a statement, TOSP-R3ACH said “the week-long formation program will include visit to historical landmarks, schools and communities.” The selected leaders include Dyesebel Diaz of Maritime Academy of Asi...
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17Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 17 (PIA) -- Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday released its new set of module that will be used by public elementary pupils in Central Luzon as an alternative to the formal education classroom setting. “The Alternative Delivery Mode – Modified In School Off School Approach or ADM-MISOSA is designed to address the issue on congestion and to help pupils who are enrolled but are habitual/seasonal absentee, living in disaster prone areas, chronicall...
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17Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 17 (PIA) -- Nagpakita ng interes ang Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC) na pondohan ang kauna-unahang bullet train ng Pilipinas na kokonekta sa mga paliparan ng Ninoy Aquino sa Maynila at Clark. Sa isang panayam sa ginanap na business forum sa Bulacan, sinabi ni MPIC Chairman Manuel Pangilinan na buo na ang plano para sa pagtatayo ng isang High-Speed Railways. Nagkakahalaga ang proyekto ng $3 bilyon na gagastusan ng pribadong sektor sa pamamagitan ...
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17Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 17 (PIA) -- Inilinya na ng pambansang pamahalaan sa susunod na taon ang pagpapatibay sa tatlong dam ng Bulacan- Angat, Bustos, at Bulo. Sa isang panayam, sinabi ni Gobernador Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado na unang patitibayin ang Angat na siyang nagsusuplay ng 95 porsyento ng tubig at kuryente sa kalakhang Maynila. Matatandaan na nirekomenda ng Tonkin & Taylor na kinakailangan nang maspatatagin at mas tumibay pa ang istraktura dahil ito ay nakatayo sa gilid ng West...
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16Apr2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Abril 16 (PIA) -- Inaanyayahan ng Department of Science and Technology (DOST) ang mga Small and Medium Enterprises sa Gitnang Luzon na dumalo sa isasagawang Regional SETUP (Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program) Congress. Ito ay gaganapin bukas, ika-17 ng Abril sa Ephatha Development Center sa Maimpis, lungsod ng San Fernando, Pampanga. Ang SETUP ay pambansang istratehiya na humihikayat at umaalalay sa mga SMEs sa pag-adopt ng mga technology innovatio...
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16Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 16 (PIA) -- Popondohan ng Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) ang $1.23 bilyong MRT Line 7 na tatahak mula lungsod ng San Jose Del Monte sa Bulacan hanggang SM North EDSA. Sa isang press conference kamakailan, sinabi ni San Miguel Corporation (SMC) Chief Executive Officer Ramon Ang na dahil sa pagpopondong ito ng JICA ay tuloy-tuloy na ang konstruksyon ng tren na magbibigay ng ginhawa sa mga estudyante at nagtatrabaho. Noong taong 2008 pa ipinagkalo...
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16Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 16 (PIA) -- Target ng pamahalaang panlalawigan at Department of Education (DepEd) ang zero backlog sa mga silid-aralan pagsapit ng Hunyo ngayong taon sa pamamagitan ng pagtatayo ng 1,942 silid-aralan sa mga pampublikong paaralan sa Bulacan. Mismong si Education Secretary Armin Luistro ang nag-anunsyo na ginugugol na ngayon ang halagang P800 milyong pondo para sa pagtatayo ng may 971 na mga silid-aralan sa lalawigan. Ang nasabing bilang ay nagsisilbing count...
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19Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 19 (PIA) -- A total of 322,622 households in Central Luzon are considered poor, results from the National Household Targeting System for Poverty Reduction (NHTS-PR) show. Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) regional information officer Evelyn Manalo disclosed “the Central Luzon figure make up 6.13 percent of the more than five million identified indigent households nationwide.” Manalo added that “a household is defined as a social uni...
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16Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 16 (PIA) -- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is inviting Small and Medium Enterprises in Central Luzon to attend its Regional SETUP (Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program) Congress which is slated April 17 at Ephatha Development Center in Maimpis, City of San Fernando, Pampanga. “SETUP is a nationwide strategy that encourages and assists SMEs to adopt technology innovations to improve their operations and thus boost productivity and com...
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15Apr2013CAPAS, Tarlac, April 15 (PIA) -- As the number of World War II veterans continue to dwindle every year, the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO) is now banking on the present day youth to pass on their legacy to the next generation of Filipinos. “We are now investing big on the youth. We have the leadership education that will hone their skills as a forefront leader, and we are investing on shrines, museums, and history books. The heroic deeds and courage of the veterans will not be forg...
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15Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 15 (PIA) -- Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) successfully settled around P90,000 financial assistance to the family of deceased employee Hector Tribiana. “Tribiana, who works as a lineman of JoyCytel Inc which is a subcontractor of a well-known telecommunications company, died instantly after suffering an electric shock while installing cable wires. The company originally handed P80,000 as assistance but the family rejected it as it is not enough...
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15Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 15 (PIA) -- A total of 15,715 poor but deserving college and vocational students in Central Luzon will be given an opportunity to work in private companies and local government units (LGUs) this year under the government’s Special Program for the Employment of Students (SPES). Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Regional Director Raymundo Agravante said Tarlac got the most SPES slots with 5,523 followed by Zambales- 3,942; Nueva Ecija- 1,800; Bulac...
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15Apr2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Abril 15 (PIA) -- Matagumpay na naresolba ng Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) ang may P90,000 tulong pinansiyal para sa pamilya ng namayapang empleyadong si Hector Tribiana. Ani DOLE regional information officer Jerry Borja, si Tribiana na nagtatrabaho bilang isang lineman ng JoyCytel Inc na subcontractor ng isang kilalang telecommunications company ay namatay ng makuryente habang nag-i-install ng cable wire. Orihinal na naggawad ang kumpanya ng P80,...
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15Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 15 (PIA) -- Aabot ng hanggang sa 70,000 bagong trabaho ang inaasahang malilikha oras na magbukas ang Skyway na magdurugtong sa North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) at South Luzon Expressway (SLEX). Ito ang sinabi ni Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC) President Ramoncito Fernandez sa ginanap na press conference sa Bulacan. Dagdag pa niya na layunin ng proyekto na mapabilis ang daloy ng mga produkto at maging maginhawa ang pagbibiyahe ng mga namamasahero at ...
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15Apr2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Abril 15 (PIA) -- Nasa kabuuang 15,715 mahihirap ngunit karapatdapat na college at vocational students sa Gitnang Luzon ang mabibigyan ng oportunidad na magtrabaho sa mga pribadong kumpanya at lokal na pamahalaan ngayong taon sa ilalim ng Special Program for the Employment of Students (SPES) ng gobyerno. Sinabi ni Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Regional Director Raymundo Agravante na Tarlac ang makakakuha ng pinakamaraming SPES slots na aabot sa 5,5...
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14Apr2013CASTILLEJOS, Zambales, April 14 (PIA) -- Korean firm Hanjin Heavy Industries and Construction Co.-Philippines (HHIC-Phil) turned over to employee-recipients on Saturday 300 newly-completed housing units, making good on its promise to deliver affordable housing to its workers. HHIC-Philippine president Jin Kyu Ahn said the units form part of Phase 1 of Hanjin Village, a low-cost housing project that the Korean shipbuilder had initiated as early as 2008 when it bought a 33-hectare site from the C...
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12Apr2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Abril 12 (PIA) -- Mas magiging abot-kaya na ang kalidad na edukasyon sa Bataan matapos kumpirmahin ng mga matataas na opisyal dito na tataas ang scholarship grant mula P6,000 hanggang P10,000 taun-taon. Sa Iskolar ng Bataan program, libu-libong mag-aaral mula sa Ikalawang Distrito ng lalawigan ang tatanggap ng dagdag na P4,000 sa mga susunod na buwan kahit tapos na ang school year ngayon, ani Gobernador Enrique “Tet” Garcia Jr. Nilinaw din na hindi kabilang dito...
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12Apr2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, April 12 (PIA) -- Access to quality college education will become more affordable in Bataan after top officials in the province announced that the scholarship grant will increase from P6,000 to P10,000 annually. Under the Iskolar ng Bataan program, thousands of scholars from the 2nd District of the province will get an additional P4,000 in the coming months as a retroactive grant even if this school year has ended, said Governor Enrique “Tet” Garcia, Jr. It is cla...
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12Apr2013BALER, Aurora, Abril 12 (PIA) -- Inihayag ng National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) ang nakatakdang pansamantalang pagsasara ng ilang pasilidad nito sa ilang bahagi ng Tarlac at Nueva Ecija ngayong araw, ika-12 ng Abril mula ika-8 nu hanggang ika-5 nh. Sinabi ni Lilibeth P. Gaydowen, ang North Luzon CorpComm & Public Affairs Officer ng NGCP na ang apektadong distribution utility ay ang Tarlac Electric, Inc. (TEI) at ang Tarlac Electric Cooperative 1 (Tarelco). Aniya, ang mga apek...
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12Apr2013CAMP AQUINO, Tarlac, Abril 12 (PIA) -- May 3,000 Zambalenyo ang nakinabang kamakailan sa isinagawang Medical and Dental Civic Action Program (MEDCAP) ng mga Hukbong Sandatahang Lakas ng Pilipinas at Amerika bilang bahagi ng isinasagawang Balikatan 2013. Sa isang pahayag, inilahad ng Northern Luzon Command (Nolcom) na isinagawa ito sa South Central Elementary School sa barangay Lipay sa bayan ng Sta. Cruz, Inhobol Elementary School sa bayan ng Masinloc at Amungan Elementary School sa bayan ng Ib...
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12Apr2013BALER, Aurora, April 12 (PIA) -- The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) serves notice of the scheduled shutdown of some of its transmission facilities in some parts of Tarlac and Nueva Ecija today, April 12, from 8 am to 5 pm. Lilibeth P. Gaydowen, North Luzon CorpComm & Public Affairs Officer of the NGCP announced that the affected distribution utility are the Tarlac Electric, Inc. (TEI) and Tarlac Electric Cooperative 1 (TARELCO). Gaydowen said that the affected areas are ...
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12Apr2013CAMP GENERAL ALEJO S. SANTOS, Bulacan, Abril 12 (PIA) -- May kabuuang 72 "most wanted persons" ang naaresto sa magkakahiwalay na operasyon ng Bulacan Police Provincial Office (BPPO) sa loob lamang ng buwan ng Marso. Sinabi ni BPPO Officer-In-Charge PSUPT. Joel Orduña na ang serye ng mga operasyon ay bahagi ng kanilang patuloy na pagtugis sa mga most wanted persons upang mapababa ang crime rate sa probinsya at mabigyan ng hustisya ang mga biktima. Sa tala ng pulisya, nanguna ang San Jose del M...
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12Apr2013MARILAO, Bulacan, Abril 12 (PIA) -- Mahigit sa 1,800 Bulakenyo ang nabibiyayaan ng libreng serbisyong medikal handog ng SM Foundation sa ginanap na “Gamot Para sa Kapwa-Medical Mission Mall Caravan sa SM City Marilao kamakailan. Sa pamamagitan ng mobile clinic, sinuri ang mga benepisyaryo at dumaan sa mga eksaminasyon sa laboratoryo tulad ng electro cardiograph (ECG), x-ray tests, urinalysis, bone density scan, blood pressure at libreng eksaminasyon sa mata. Namahagi rin ng iba’t ibang kl...
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12Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 11 (PIA) -- SM City Pampanga on Thursday held a fire and earthquake drill that seeks to train its over 200 staff and tenants on what to do in times of calamities. The drill was done in partnership with the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) and Pampanga Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC). “We can never be prepared enough. Alam naman natin na nagkaroon ng earthquake sa Iran and other Asian Countries, that’s why we always pract...
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11Apr2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, April 11 (PIA) -- A total of 28 inmates of the Angeles City District Jail will soon don white togas after successfully finishing elementary and high school via Department of Education’s Alternative Learning System (ALS). ALS Supervisor Josefina David said the first batch of graduates from the jail is composed of three females and two males who finished elementary and 14 females and nine males who finished high school. “All of the graduates passed the Accreditation &...
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11Apr2013CAPAS, Tarlac, April 11 (PIA) -- Tarlac Governor Victor Yap led on Wednesday the remembrance ceremony for the Filipino and American soldiers who were part of the 1942 Death March in Capas National Shrine, Tarlac. In his keynote speech, Yap said “Paggunita sa Capas is a celebration of democracy and of gratitude for the valor of the soldiers who chose to die for the Philippines.” “71 years ago, heroes marched in thousands as payment for freedom and for defending the country that they love-...
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11Apr2013CAPAS, Tarlac, Abril 11 (PIA) -- Pinangunahan kahapon, Abril 10, ni Tarlac Governor Victor Yap ang remembrance ceremony para sa mga Pilipino at Amerikanong sundalo na naging bahagi ng 1942 Death March sa Capas National Shrine, Tarlac. Sa kanyang talumpati, sinabi ni Yap na ang Paggunita sa Capas ay selebrasyon ng demokrasya at pagpapasalamat sa kagitingan ng mga sundalong piniling mamamatay para sa bayan. Iniialay aniya nila ang kanilang mga buhay bilang kabayaran sa kalayaan ng minamahal na b...
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11Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 11 (PIA) -- Central Luzon’s forest cover is expected to increase from 589,495 to 728,995 hectares in 10 years with the vigorous implementation of the twin policy on National Greening Program (NGP) and a total logging ban on natural and residual forests, environment authorities announced recently. Maximo Dichoso, Regional Executive Director of Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), said this 80% projected increase in forest cover within t...
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11Apr2013BALER, Aurora, Abril 11 (PIA) -- Inihayag ng Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) na walang red tide ang Region 3. Sa ipinalabas na bulletin noong ika-3 ng Abril, sinabi ng ahensiya na ang mga lalawigan ng Bulacan, Bataan, at Zambales ay patuloy na walang nakalalasong red tide. Ang mga baybaying tubig ng Bulacan at Bataan sa mga bayan ng Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Orani, Abucay, Samal at ang Lungsod ng Balanga at Masinloc Bay sa Zambales ay nananatiling walang nakalalasong red...
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11Apr2013PILAR, Bataan, April 11 (PIA) -- Bataan 2nd district representative Albert Garcia on Tuesday said the annual observance of Araw ng Kagitingan is a graphic demonstration of courage and heroism, of selfless love of country and dedication to the ideals of freedom and democracy. Speaking in behalf of his father Governor Enrique Garcia during the 71st Day of Valor rites in Mount Samat in Pilar town in Bataan, the solon said “the occasion is all about remembrance so that our children and our child...
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11Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 11 (PIA) -- Ginawaran kamailan ng Civil Service Commission (CSC) ang Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Bulacan provincial office ng Citizen’s Satisfaction Center Seal of Excellence Award matapos makapagtala ng mataas na marka ng pagbibigay serbisyo sa publiko. Ayon sa Report Card Survey (RCS) ng CSC, nakapagtala ang DTI Bulacan ng markang 95.75 puntos kasama ng 27 iba pang ahensiya ng pamahalaan na may gradong 90 hanggang 100. May kabuuang 305 governme...
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11Apr2013CAPAS, Tarlac, April 11 (PIA) -- Six Cordilleran veterans were extolled on Tuesday for their heroic deeds during World War II. Honorees were Private Belino Almuno (posthumous), Private Esteban Esco, Private Raymundo Gadgad, Private Alberto Bugtong, Private Robert Bellasi, and Private First Class Santos Fianza. The conferment happened during the 2013 Paggunita sa Capas which commemorates the infamous 1942 Death March. “Awardees were among the soldiers of the 66th Infantry Regiment of the Un...
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10Apr2013PILAR, Bataan, April 10 (PIA) -- A high school student from Metro Manila, and a Mindanaoan taking up Bachelor in Secondary Education major in English bagged the top prizes of the 71st Araw ng Kagitingan oratorical contests. Fifteen-year old Alfea Aguila of Araullo High School placed first in the secondary division- which required participants to have their pieces be written in Filipino. Aguila narrated that her grandfather, who was a guerilla during World War II, used to tell her stories about...
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10Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga April 10 (PIA) -- The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has declared Region 3 free from red tide. In an April 3 bulletin, the agency said the provinces of Bulacan, Bataan, and Zambales “continue to be free from toxic red tides.” Coastal waters of Bulacan and Bataan with towns Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Orani, Abucay, Samal and City of Balanga, and Masinloc Bay in Zambales remain free from paralytic shellfish poison. Meanwhile, shellfishes...
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10Apr2013PILAR, Bataan, April 10 (PIA) -- Former World War II adversaries Japan and the Philippines have learned from the lessons of history and are now partners in the maintenance of peace in the Asia-Pacific region. In his message during the 71st Araw ng Kagitingan rites in Pilar town in Bataan, Japanese Ambassador Toshinao Urabe said, “It is elating to note that no less than President Aquino mentioned in his 2012 Day of Valor speech that the country the Philippines once considered as an enemy is no...
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10Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 10 (PIA) -- Gagamiting atraksyon sa mga turistang nais bumisita sa Bulacan ang mga obrang likha ng mga lokal na pintor. Sa ginanap na pulong ng Bulacan Tourism Convention & Visitors Board (BTCVB), isang samahan ng mga nagtataguyod at mamumuhunan sa industriya ng turismo, binigyang diin na malaki ang magiging bahagi ng mga likhang sining sa pagpapalakas ng turismo sa probinsya. Sinabi ni BTCVB President Jose Clemente na magiging matagumpay ang pagpapakilala ...
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10Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 10 (PIA) -- Ipinagdiwang ang ika-225 taong Kaarawan ni Gat Francisco Balagtas Baltazar sa pamamagitan ng pagpapasigla sa Balagtasan na ginanap sa kanyang tahanan sa Panginay, Balagtas, na dati ay tinatawag na Bigaa. Sa pasimula ng programa, nagpakitang gilas sa larangan ng Balagtasan ang piling mag-aaral ng Francisco Balagtas Memorial School na nagtatalakay ng kahalagahan ng tradisyon sa makabagong pamamaraan ng pagbabalagtasan. Sumentro ang nasabing Balagta...
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10Apr2013PILAR, Bataan, April 10 (PIA) -- United States (US) on Tuesday re-affirmed its strong ties with the Philippines saying both nations have long been partners in advancing the cause of liberty. In a message during the 2013 Araw ng Kagitingan rites in Pilar town in Bataan, US Ambassador to the Philippines Harry Thomas said “71 years ago, Filipino and American soldiers- brothers in arms, shoulder to shoulder, experienced an atrocity that brought our two nations together. Over 78,000 men began a fa...
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10Apr2013CAPAS, Tarlac, Abril 10 (PIA) -- Pangungunahan ngayong araw ni Tarlac Governor Victor Yap ang remembrance ceremony para sa mga Pilipino at Amerikanong sundalo na naging bahagi 1942 Death March sa Capas National Shrine, Tarlac. Mag-aalay si Yap ng bulaklak sa dambana at maglalaan din ng sandaling katahimikan habang pinatutunog ang kampana ng isang beterano ng World War II at isang estudyante ng high school. Ito ay susundan ng paggawad ng medalyon, plake at sertipiko ng pagkilala sa mga bayani n...
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09Apr2013PILAR, Bataan Abril 9 (PIA) -- Pangungunahan ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ang ika-71 paggunita ng Araw ng Kagitingan ngayong araw sa Dambana ng Kagitingan, Pilar, Bataan. Mag-aalay ng bulaklak ang punong ehekutibo sa dambana at pagkatapos ay maglalaan ng maikling sandali ng katahimikan. Matapos nito ay magbibigay ng mga mensahe sina Japanese Ambassador Toshinao Urabe at United States Ambassador Harry Thomas at kasunod nito ang pangunahing mensahe ng Pangulo. Ginugunita tuwing Araw ng Kagit...
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09Apr2013PILAR, Bataan, April 9 (PIA) -- President Aquino has bared today more benefits for the aging war veterans during the celebration of Araw ng Kagitingan here, citing that the gallantry of the war heroes may never be equaled. Speaking to thousands of veterans, youth and diplomats in Mt. Samat Shrine, the President said the whole country is united in giving salutations to the thousands of veterans who have boldly risked their lives during the World War II. With this, he said the government thr...
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09Apr2013BALIWAG, Bulacan Abril 9 (PIA) - Magandang balita para sa mga naghahanap ng bagong trabaho. Sinimulan kahapon ng Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) sa pakikipagtulungan ng Municipal Public Employment Service Office (PESO) ang maagang pagpapatala para sa mga jobseekers o naghahanap ng trabaho kaugnay ng nalalapit na Labor Day Job Fair sa Mayo 1 sa SM City Baliwag. Ang pagsasagawa ng pre-registration para sa mga aplikante ay magpapabilis ng proseso ng kanilang aplikasyon sa mismong araw ...
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09Apr2013CAPAS, Tarlac, April 9 (PIA) -- Tarlac Governor Victor Yap will lead, Wednesday the remembrance ceremony for the Filipino and American soldiers who were part of the 1942 Death March in Capas National Shrine, Tarlac. Yap will offer a wreath then observe a moment of silence as a World War II veteran and a high school student lead the tolling of bell. This will be followed by the awarding of recognitions to Belino Alumno (posthumous), Esteban Esco, Raymundo Gadgad, Alberto Bugtong, Robert Bellasi...
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09Apr2013PILAR, Bataan April 9 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III will lead today the 71st Araw ng Kagitingan rites in Dambana ng Kagitingan, Pilar, Bataan – his third as head of state. Upon arrival, the Chief Executive will offer a wreath to the shrine. This will be followed by messages from Japanese Ambassador Toshinao Urabe and United States Ambassador Harry Thomas and the President’s keynote address. History recounts that on April 9, 1942, approximately 75,000 Filipino and American soldiers...
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08Apr2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, April 8 (PIA) -- Search and rescue operators from flood-prone areas in Zambales will be receiving training on swift-water rescue from members of the Hawaii National Guard, as part of this year’s Balikatan military exercise (BK13) between the Philippines and the United States. The Hawaii National Guard and the CBRNE Emergency Response Package Team (CERP-T) will also conduct a joint field training exercise in the form of Urban Search and Rescue (USAR). This simulated disaste...
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08Apr2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Abril 8 (PIA) -- Ipinasa kamakailan ng Regional Development Council (RDC) ang resolusyon na nag-eendorso sa 2014 budget proposal ng 12 state universities and colleges (SUCs) sa Gitnang Luzon. Ang mga inaprubahang pondo ay ang Aurora State College of Technology (ASCOT) – 92.1 milyong piso, Bulacan Agricultural State College (BASC) – 97.5 milyong piso, Bataan Peninsula State University (BPSU) - 473.1 milyong piso, Bulacan State University (BULSU) – 573.9 m...
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08Apr2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Abril 8 (PIA) -- Inaprubahan kamakailan ng Regional Development Council (RDC) ang resolusyon na nag-eendorso sa pagsama sa panukalang Central Bulacan Tourism Loop Project sa Convergence Program for Enhancing Tourism Access ng Department of Tourism at Department of Public Works and Highways. Sinabi ni RDC Vice Chairman at National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Regional Director Severino Santos na ang 2.4 bilyong pisong proyekto ay binubuo ng pag-upg...
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08Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 8 (PIA) -- Regional Development Council (RDC) has passed a resolution endorsing the inclusion of the proposed Central Bulacan Tourism Loop Project into the Convergence Program for Enhancing Tourism Access of Department of Tourism and Department of Public Works and Highways, “The P2.40 billion project involves the upgrading of 25 road sections- two national, nine provincial, three municipal, and 11 barangays” said RDC Vice Chairman Severino Santos, Natio...
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08Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 8 (PIA) -- Regional Development Council (RDC) has approved a resolution favorably endorsing the 2014 budget proposal of all 12 state universities and colleges (SUCs) in Central Luzon. Approved funds include Aurora State College of Technology (ASCOT) – P92.1 million, Bulacan Agricultural State College (BASC) – P97.5 million, Bataan Peninsula State University (BPSU) - P473.1 million, Bulacan State University (BULSU) – P573.9 million, Central Luzon State...
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07Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 7 (PIA) -- Isusulong ng pamahalaang panlalawigan ng Bulacan sa darating na ika-16 na Kongreso ang pagpasa ng panukala na magbibigay katiyakan na mapapangalagaan ang istraktura ng mga dam sa Pilipinas. Sa ginanap na forum patungkol sa kalagayan ng 50 taong Angat Dam, sinabi ni Governor Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado na ang National Dam Safety Management bill ay magsusulong ng nag-iisang ahensya ng pamahalaan na siyang mangagasiwa sa lahat ng dam sa buong bansa at siyan...
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07Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 7 (PIA) -- Tuloy na tuloy na ang pagtatayo ng footbridge sa tapat ng Bulacan State University (BulSU) na nasa kahabaan ng Mac Arthur Highway sa lungsod ng Malolos. Ito’y matapos makasiguro si Mayor Christian Natividad ng sampung milyong pisong pondo mula sa Road Board upang tuluyan nang maisakatuparan ang proyekto. Sinabi ni Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) 1st Engineering district Chief Ruel Angeles bukod sa BulSu, lalagyan din ng footbridge...
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07Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 7 (PIA) -- Mismong ang administrasyong Aquino na ang mamamahala sa pagpapatupad sa matagal nang isinusulong na Bulacan Bulk Water Supply Project (BBWSP). Ito’y matapos aprubahan ng Project Development and Monitoring Facility (PDMF) ng Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Center ang proyekto. Sinabi ni PPP Center Executive Director Cossette Canilao na ang kanyang tanggapan na ang mamamahala sa pag-aaral ng ginawang feasibility study ng BBWSP, at proseso sa gaga...
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06Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 6 (PIA) -- Natuloy na ngayong Abril ang konstruksiyon ng isang Skyway na magdudugtong sa dalawang pangunahing expressway ng bansa, ang North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) at South Luzon Expressway (SLEX). Kasunod ito ng desisyon ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III na ipatuloy ang proyekto na literal na magkakabit sa hilaga at katimugang bahagi ng Luzon na hindi na maiipit sa masikip na daloy ng trapiko sa Kalakhang Maynila. Matatandaan na inaprubahan ang konsepto ng...
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06Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 6 (PIA) -- Puspusan na ang ginagawang pagkukumpleto ng konstruksyon ng isang 'cloverleaf interchange' sa kahabaan ng North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) sa bahagi ng Balagtas. Magsisilbi itong gateway ng mga produktong agrikultural sa itinatayo ring North Food Exchange (NFEX). Ang NFEX ay isang mekanismo ng makabagong sistema ng kalakalan kung saan kasalukuyang itinatayo sa gilid ng NLEX sa bahagi ng Balagtas. Nagsimula ito bilang proyekto ng pamahalaang panlala...
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05Apr2013CAMP AQUINO, Tarlac, April 5 (PIA) -- Region 3 is set to play host to a number of activities lined up for Balikatan 2013 or the annual combined exercise of the Philippine and American Armed Forces which officially opens today. “Around 8,000 soldiers from the two countries are set to participate in the 13-day undertaking in Central Luzon. This is the 4th Balikatan that will focus on Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response” said Northern Luzon Command (NOLCOM) commander Lieutenant Gener...
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05Apr2013SUBIC FREEPORT, April 5 (PIA) -- Four of the region's top futsal teams will battle it out on the maiden edition of the Central Luzon Futsal league at the Central Luzon State University (CLSU) on Sunday, April 7. Football clubs, Futbulakenyos of Bulacan and the Lighthouse Amihan FC (LAFC) of Olongapo City/Subic Bay, are set to renew their rivalry, this time in futsal at 11 a.m. Former State Colleges and Universities Athletics Association (SCUAA) champions Central Luzon State University (CLSU) ...
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04Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 4 (PIA) – Towns of San Simon, Minalin, Sto. Tomas, Apalit, Macabebe and Masantol will be experiencing a nine-hour power interruption on Saturday, April 6. The said power outage is from 8AM until 5PM, wherein the affected distribution utility is the Pampanga III Electric Cooperative Inc. with Pao, Apalit, and Macabebe substations. National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) North Luzon Corporate Communication and Public Affairs Officer Lilibeth Ga...
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04Apr2013BALER, Aurora, April 4 (PIA) -- Isang pagyanig ang naramdaman ng mamamayan sa Baler ngayong araw. Ayon sa National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (NDRRMC)/Opcen Advisory, tinatayang may 5.4 Magnitude ang lakas ng lindol na may epicenter malapit sa Casiguran, dito ang nangyari ng mga ika-10:26 n.u. at tinatayang may 3.0 Magnitude sa Metro Manila. Nabuo malapit sa dagat ng Baler ang sentro nang lindol na may lakas na 5.3 Magnitude. Sa mga natanggap na ulat, nadama ang lindol ng hangg...
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04Apr2013BALER, Aurora, April 4 (PIA) -- A sudden jolt was felt in Baler today. According to National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (NDRRMC)/Opcen Advisory, an initial estimate of a 5.4 Magnitude earthquake with the epicenter near Casiguran, Aurora province occurred at around 10:26 am today with an initial estimate of 3.0 Magnitude in Metro Manila via Philvolcs. The epicenter was plotted near the seas off Baler at Magnitude 5.3. From the reports received, earthquake was felt as far as Bagu...
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04Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 4 (PIA) -- Department of Tourism (DOT), in partnership with the Hotel and Restaurant of Pampanga (HARP), will hold a series of skills training this summer in response to the need to supply the fast growing number of tourism-related establishments in the province with competent manpower. DOT Regional Director Ronaldo Tiotuico disclosed that there will be trainings on bartending and watering (April 24-26), front office operations (May 8-9), housekeeping (May ...
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04Apr2013ANGELES CITY, April 4 (PIA) -- Metro Angeles Council on the Administration of Justice (MACAJ) has passed a resolution urging the city government to include in its priority projects the establishment of a drug rehabilitation center. “I remember in the late 90s, the city operated the Gabay Diwa Drug Rehabilitation Center located at barangay Pampang. But for some unknown reasons, it ceased operations” said MACAJ Chair Judge Omar Viola. Viola and the Angeles City Anti-Drug Abuse Coun...
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03Apr2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, April 3 (PIA) -- The 7th Infantry Division (7ID) recently capped the Philippine Army’s 116th anniversary with a “Concert for Peace” featuring popular rock bands Kamikazee and Soapdish. “The activity aims to boost the morale of our uniformed men and women in Central Luzon and establish a good rapport with the community showing that we are always ready to lend a helping hand,” said Commander Major General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. “We want to instill into...
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03Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 3 (PIA) -- With less than two weeks before the deadline of filing of the income tax return, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) District No. 4 announced that taxpayers could file their tax payments through four big banks. BIR Regional Director Araceli Francisco disclosed that Banco De Oro, Landbank of the Philippines, Metrobank, and the Philippine National Bank are accepting tax payments until the deadline on April 15. “These authorized banks will be ...
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03Apr2013BALER, Aurora, Abril 3 (PIA) -- Sa pagsisimula ng pangangampanya para sa mga posiyong lokal, muling ipinaalala ng Commission on Elections (COMELEC) ang panawagan nito sa lahat ng mga kandidato sa Gitnang Luzon na sumunod sa mga patakaran nito sa paggamit ng mga poster. Sinabi ni COMELEC Regional Director Rafael Olaño na sa ilalim ng Republic Act No. 9006 o kilala bilang Fair Elections Act, ang mga kandidatong may mga partidong politikal ay maaaring gumamit ng mga poster na may sukat na 12x16 p...
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03Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 3 (PIA) -- Philippine National Police (PNP) has established a total of 6,510 checkpoints in the entire Pampanga to ensure safety in one of the tagged election hotspots in the country. The full complement comes with the start of campaign period for congressional, gubernatorial, vice gubernatorial, board member, mayoral, vice mayoral and council bets last Saturday. “We are keen on implementing the gun ban rule of Commission on Elections. We will also deplo...
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03Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 3 (PIA) – Technology Resource Center (TRC) on Monday formally turned over two transfer certificates of title to the City Government of San Fernando. In 2005, the city entered into a mortgage with the then Technology and Livelihood Resource Center (TLRC) to acquire the 17,000-square-meter compound located in Barangay San Juan, on which the City Government later put up the Heroes Hall, Heroes Park and the City College building. Dennis Cunanan, Direc...
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02Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 2 (PIA) -- With the start of the campaign period for local positions, Commission on Elections (Comelec) once again reiterated its call to all candidates in Central Luzon to abide by its rules on the use of posters. “Under Republic Act No. 9006 otherwise known as the Fair Elections Act, candidates with political parties can have 12x16 feet posters while 4x 6 feet is allowed for independent candidates” COMELEC Regional Director Rafael Olaño said. Polit...
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02Apr2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, April 2 (PIA) -- Around 3,500 rice farmers, state workers, private seed company executives, scientists and academicians from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao will converge to Science City of Muñoz in Nueva Ecija this week for the 1st National Hybrid Rice Congress (NHRC). Anchored on the theme “Bigas na Sapat, Binhing Hybrid ang Kabalikat”, the April 3-5 event seeks to support the national government’s Food Staples Sufficiency Program by creating the Philip...
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02Apr2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Abril 2 (PIA) -- Nasungkit sa ika-22 pagkakataon ng lalawigan ng Bulacan ang overall championship sa Central Luzon Regional Athletics Association (CLRAA) meet. Nakakuha ang probinsya ng kabuuang 562.17 puntos sa 2013 edisyon ng kumpetisyon na isinagawa sa lungsod ng Tarlac. Pumangalawa rito ang Pampanga na may 333.67 puntos, pangatlo ang Bataan na may 290.17, lungsod ng Tarlac na may 247.17, at lungsod ng Olongapo na may 208.67. Naiuwi ng 399 Bulakenyong manlalaro...
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02Apr2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, Abril 2 (PIA) -- May 3,500 magsasaka ng palay, kawani ng pamahalaan, mga pribadong seed company executives, siyentipiko, at propesor mula Luzon, Visayas at Mindanao ang magtitipon sa Science City of Muñoz sa Nueva Ecija ngayong linggo para sa kauna-unahang National Hybrid Rice Congress (NHRC). Sinabi ng isa sa mga organizers na si Dr. Eduardo Jimmy Quilang na layunin ng Abril 3-5 na pagtitipon, na naka-angkla sa temang “Bigas na Sapat, Binhing Hybrid ang K...
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02Apr2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, April 2 (PIA) -- City College of Angeles (CCA) is set to offer five four-year academic degrees beginning this June. Courses include BS Computer Science, BS Information Technology, BS Tourism Management, BS Physical Education, and BS Technical Teacher Education major in Food and Service Management. “The new tertiary degrees will encourage more of our youth to study in the City College and improve the quality of their lives through its market sensitive courses, profess...
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01Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 1 (PIA) -- With the start of summer season, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is now on alert for possible wildfires within the forests of Central Luzon. “More than 2,000 forest and fire protection officers and upland farmers who are active members of people’s organizations are ready to combat the threats of wildfire in vast tracts of dry grasslands in Zambales, Tarlac, Bulacan, and Nueva Ecija” said DENR Regional Executive Direct...
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01Apr2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Abril 1 (PIA) -- Muli nanamang gumawa ng kasaysayan ang isang tanggapan ng Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) sa Gitnang Luzon matapos nitong makamit ang pinakamataas na marka sa kasaysayan ng Citizen’s Satisfaction Center Seal of Excellence Award ng Civil Service Commission (CSC). Nakamit ng DTI Nueva Ecija ang iskor na 98 na tinalo ang 95.08 na rekord na naitala ng Regional Office III noong nakaraang taon. Personal na iginawad nila CSC Chairman Franci...
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01Apr2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Abril 1 (PIA) -- Naka-alerto na ang Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) sa posibleng widlfires sa mga kagubatan ng Gitnang Luzon kasabay ng pagdedeklara ng pagsisimula ng tag-araw. Sinabi ni DENR Regional Executive Director Maximo Dichoso na lampas dalawang libong forest and fire protection officers at upland farmers na aktibong miyembro ng mga people’s organizations ang nakahanda upang sugpuin ang banta ng wildfire sa malawak na damuhan n...
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01Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 1 (PIA) -- Another Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) office in Central Luzon made history on Monday after it posted the highest mark in the Citizen’s Satisfaction Center Seal of Excellence Award of Civil Service Commission (CSC). DTI Nueva Ecija garnered a score of 98, higher than the Regional Office III’s 95.08 record last year. CSC Chairman Francisco Duque and Trade Secretary Gregory Domingo personally conferred a plaque and P75,000 cash incenti...
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01Apr2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, April 1 (PIA) -- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has launched the 4th wave of its Skills Registry System (SRS) for 23 towns and two cities of Central Luzon covering . Included under the new SRS are Dilasag, Dinalungan, and San Luis in Aurora; Abucay, Dinalupihan, Hermosa, and Morong in Bataan; Obando, Pandi, San Miguel and San Jose Del Monte City in Bulacan; Bongabon, Guimba, Jaen, and Sto. Domingo in Nueva Ecija; Apalit, Guagua, and Mabalacat City ...
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01Apr2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, April 1 (PIA) -- Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman Roberto Garcia recently disclosed a six-point strategic plan to fully turn the agency’s direction towards “building the new Subic.” In his second State of the Freeport Address (SOFA), Garcia said that with the Philippine economy taking off in the past few years, the best is yet to come for the Subic Bay Freeport. In sum, Garcia said the SBMA, as manager of the Subic Bay Freeport, would maximize the land...
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01Apr2013BALIUAG, Bulacan, Abril 1 (PIA) -- Nagsilbing liwanag ang may 100 replica ng fireflies o alitaptap na gawa sa recycled na sisidlan ng softdrinks at solar energy matapos sabay-sabay na nai-switch off ng mga Bulakenyo ang ordinaryong ilaw kaugnay ng taunang Earth Hour sa SM City Baliuag kamakailan. Ang nasabing gawain ay bilang pakikiisa sa paggamit ng green and renewable energy at maiwasan ang pagkasira ng mundo. Sabi ni Beverly Cruz, public relations officer ng nasabing establisyimento, ang so...
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01Apr2013MARILAO, Bulacan, April 1 (PIA) -- Dalawamput limang negosyo ang pinarangalan ng pamahalang bayan ng Marilao dahil sa pagtugon nito sa maagap at tamang pagbabayad ng buwis. Sa ginanap na “Gabi ng Pasasalamat sa mga Taxpayer”, binigyan ng pagkilala ng lokal na pamahalaan ang mga kumpanya sa pagbabayad ng tamang buwis na naging dahilan naman ng pagbibigay ng maayos na serbisyo sa mamamayan. Sa mga establisyimento na binigyan ng pagkilala, nanguna ang SM City Marilao bilang highest taxpayers...
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27Mar2013SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 27 -- Beware of the use of magic sugar! The Department of Health warns the public of the proliferation of the use of magic sugar by peddlers of buko juice , gulaman at sago and other juice drinks. DOH Adminsitrative Order No 103-A prohibits the use of non-nutritive sweeteners in any food or drug intended for general use. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Environmental Health Coordinator Susie San Juan said magic sugar is a sweetener that...
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31Mar2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, March 31 (PIA) -- A supply officer who was responsible for the increase in collections of the Maintenance Department of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) has been named the agency’s Employee of the Year for 2012. Marivic Seguiban bested five other finalists in the annual search for the SBMA outstanding employees held at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center. Seguiban was also named as employee of the year for the SBMA Public Services Group. According t...
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27Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 27 (PIA) -- Bukas na ang pagpapapatala para sa taunang Summer Sports Clinic na itinataguyod ng Pamahalaang Panlalawigan ng Bulacan sa pamamagitan ng Provincial Youth, Sports, Employment, Arts, Culture & Tourism Office katuwang ang Bulacan Sports Council Federation. Ang mga interesadong kabataang may edad lima pataas ay maaaring magpatala at sumali sa alin mang 12 sports events gaya ng Arnis, Aikido, No Gi Jui Jitsui, badminton, Scientific Basketball Clini...
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27Mar2013CABIAO, Nueva Ecija, Marso 27 (PIA) - Muling nagpakita ng kabayanihan ang mga kabataang Bulakenyo sa pamamagitan ng boluntaryong pagtulong sa paglilinis ng ilog at kapaligiran ng bayan ng Cabiao sa lalawigan ng Nueva Ecija sa ginaganap na Bayani Challenge 2013. Sina Ma. Vina Pilapil at Julia Sese na mula sa Youth Empowerment and Advancement (YEA ang ilang lamang sa mga na nakikilahok sa limang na araw na aktibidad. Ani ng dalawa, bagamat sa kasalukuyan ay wala silang trabaho, hindi dapat masa...
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27Mar2013Garbage disposal has been a perennial problem in barangays and towns. But with the charcoal briquetting project of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), there will be a reduction in the volume of waste taken from these areas. Biodegradable waste and agro-forestry wastes such as peanut shells, rice hull and buko husks are the main components of charcoal briquettes. DENR Regional Director Maximo Dichoso said the office gave Cabiao, in Nueva Ecija; Victoria in Tarlac and B...
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26Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 26 (PIA) - Inilatag na ng lokal na pamahalaan ng Bulacan ang “Oplan: Seman Santa, Lakbay Alalay upang siguruhin ang kaligtasan ng mga motorista na nagbyabyahe pauwi ng lalawigan ngayon panahon ng Mahal na Araw. Sa pangunguna ng Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction & Management Office (PDRRMO) kasama ang kanilang Bulacan Rescue Team at mga katuwang na local government rescue team, sisimulan bukas, Marso 27 hanggang sa 30 ang pagbabantay upang maiwasan ang abe...
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26Mar2013CABIAO, Nueva Ecija, Marso 26 (PIA) -- Nakakatawid na sa kahirapan ang mga pamilyang naging benepisyaryo ng kusang pakikiisa at pakikipagtulugan o bolunterismo. Patunay dito si Alma Lapuz, 30 taong gulang, isa sa mga nagkaroon ng sariling tahanan dahil sa bolunterismo. “Kami mismo ang nagtayo sa bahay na ipinagkaloob sa amin ng Gawad Kalinga kaya talagang sobrang pinapahalagahan namin ang tahanang ito dahil naging bahagi kami sa pagtatayo. Iminulat sa amin na kung gusto nating magkaroon ng...
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26Mar2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, March 26 (PIA) -- The Civil Service Commission (CSC) will confer Monday the Citizen’s Satisfaction Center Seal of Excellence Award to the provincial offices of Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Pampanga, Nueva Ecija and Bulacan. DTI Central Luzon officials and employees headed by provincial directors Elenita Ordonio of Pampanga, Brigida Pili of Nueva Ecija, and Zorina Aldana of Bulacan will receive their plaques and cash rewards from CSC Chairman Francisco Duqu...
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26Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 26 (PIA) -- Government programs and projects that would empower Filipinas were the topics discussed in the March episodes of the Kapihan ng Mamamayan (KNM) of Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Region 3. “We successfully conducted three episodes of KNM this month focusing on various topics and target female audiences. We did this not only because its Women’s month but we felt it as an obligation to do our share in the attainment of the United Nations M...
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26Mar2013BALIWAG, Bulacan, Marso 26 (PIA) -- Maaagapan na nang tuluyan ang pagkabulok ng makasaysayang tahanan ng bayaning si Mariano Ponce kasunod ng pagtitiyak ni Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile na maglalaan sa kanyang Priority Development Assistance Fund sa susunod na taon para sa proyekto. Panauhing pandangal si Enrile at si Senador Loren Legarda sa pagsisimula ng isang taong paggunita ng ika-150 kaarawan ni Ponce sa bayan ng Baliwag. Tumatayong apo sa pinsan ang Senate President ni Mariano Po...
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26Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 26 (PIA) -- Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and Philippine Information Agency (PIA) recently conducted a forum on “Women and the Media” which was participated in by around 50 gender and development (GAD) focal persons coming from various local government units and civil society groups across Central Luzon. “The event serves as one of our highlights of the celebration of Women’s Month in the region. We have teamed up with the PIA ...
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27Mar2013MALOLOS CITY, Bulacan, March 27 (PIA) -- Five Bulakenyo Overseas repatriates from Kuwait recently benefitted from the latest livelihood assistance given by the Negosyo sa Kariton (Nego-Kart) program of Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Labor regional information officer Jerry Borja said that each beneficiary received a vending cart, livelihood tools and raw materials amounting to P75,000. Meanwhile, the provincial government of Bulacan provided its counterpart assistance of P18,750 fo...
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25Mar2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Marso 25 (PIA) -- May 500 upland farmers sa Gitnang Luzon ang nakatakdang makinabang sa limang milyong pisong bamboo project ng Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) at Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD). Sinabi ni DENR Regional Executive Director Maximo Dichoso na ang dalawang taong cash-for-work na proyekto ay naglalayong makapagtatag ng paunangl 40 ektaryang bamboo plantatio...
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25Mar2013LUNGSOD NG ANGELES, Pampanga Marso 25 (PIA) -- Muli na namang guguhit ng kasaysayan ang Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Central Luzon ngayong araw dahil ang mga provincial offices nito sa Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, at Bulacan ay gagawaran ng Citizen’s Satisfaction Center Seal of Excellence Award ng Civil Service Commission (CSC). Personal na ipagkakaloob nila CSC Chairman Francisco Duque III at DTI Secretary Gregory Domingo ang mga pagkilala at cash rewards sa mga opisyal at empleyado ng m...
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25Mar2013CLARK FREEPORT, March 25 (PIA) -- Central Luzon Growth Corridor Foundation Inc. (CLGCFI), in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), honored on Wednesday local government units (LGUs) in the region with excellent implementation of streamlined procedures in the issuance of mayor’s permit. Olongapo emerged as the recipient in the city category while the towns of San Luis, Aurora; Limay, Bataan; Sta. Maria, Bulacan; San ...
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25Mar2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, March 25 (PIA) -- Around 500 upland farmers in Central Luzon are bound to benefit from the P5 million bamboo project of Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD). “The two-year cash-for-work undertaking will establish an initial 40 hectares of bamboo plantation in Pampanga, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, and Zambales,” DENR Regional Executive Director Ma...
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25Mar2013CABIAO, Nueva Ecija, March 25 (PIA) -- Around 15 members of the Science Club of Cabiao National High School (CNHS) are currently participating in the Bayani Challenge (BC) to teach their town mates on how to mitigate ill-effects of climate change. “I want the kids to be immersed in the community, to do their share in nation building at a very young age. Bayani Challenge is also our way of strengthening camaraderie within our group,” said Science Club adviser Vincent Paul Reyes. “BC is an...
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24Mar2013CABIAO, Nueva Ecija, March 24 (PIA) -- Eighty-one Kapampangans, mostly Gawad Kalinga (GK) beneficiaries and members of Singles for Christ (SFC) are participating in the ongoing Bayani Challenge (BC) 2013 in Cabiao town, Nueva Ecija. “We want to give back. We want to help our fellow less fortunate individuals. We want to inspire them to use their poverty in building their community” said GK Tabon, Mabalacat City resident Mary Ann Jaro in an interview. “They may not be Kapampangans but th...
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24Mar2013SAN JOSE DEL MONTE CITY, Bulacan, March 24 (PIA) -- The Holy Family International College in San Jose Del Monte City became the latest educational institution in Bulacan to have a school-based Public Employment Service Office (PESO). DOLE regional information officer Jerry Borja said, “School-based PESOs aim to help students land stable jobs after finishing their studies through career information, pre-employment orientation, and labor education seminars.” They also organize job fairs and ...
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24Mar2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, March 24 (PIA) -- The Department of Labor and Employment in Region 3 (DOLE-3) recently signed a Kapatiran Wise TAV (KWT) partnership agreement with Makati Development Corp (MDC) to intensify its Zero Accident in the workplace advocacy- a first in the construction industry. “KWT - Para sa Mas Ligtas, Malusog, at Produktibong Manggagawa" is a flagship public-partnership program of the DOLE anchored on the International Labor Organization's Work Improvement in Small...
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23Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 23 (PIA) -- Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) recently inked a Budget Partnership Agreement (BPA) with various sectors in Central Luzon in a bid to ensure the agency’s effective delivery of services from management down to the grassroots. Regional Director Raymundo Agravante and Assistant Regional Director Geraldine Panlilio led the signing in behalf of DOLE along with International Wiring System Philippines Corporation Human Resources Department ...
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23Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 23 (PIA) -- Renowned Kapampangan photographer Ruston Banal placed third in the Arts and Culture category of Sony World Photography Awards 2013 for his entry “Ritual dance of Kuraldal.” He is set to exhibit his work and receive the accolade on April 25 in London, United Kingdom. “My work is centered on the Libad tradition or a procession along the river in Betis, Gugua. I believe that if I will join any photo contest, I want something that is by natur...
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23Mar2013BALER, Aurora, Marso 23 (PIA) -- Makakaranas ang ilang bahagi ng Aurora at Nueva Ecija ng tig-30 minutong pagkawala ng kuryente ngayong araw. Sinabi ni National Grid Corporation of the Philippines North Luzon Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Officer Lilibeth Gaydowen na ang mga customers ng NEECO I, CELCOR and NEECO II Area 2 ay makakaranas ng brown out mula 5:30AM hanggang 6AM. Ang mga apektadong lugar ay ang mga lungsod ng Cabanatuan at Gapan, at mga bayan ng San Isidro, Cabiao, ...
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23Mar2013CABIAO, Nueva Ecija, March 23 (PIA) -- Philippine Information Agency Director-General and Presidential Communications Operations Office-Office for Special Concerns (PCOO-OSC) chief Jose Mari Oquiñena will grace today the opening of the 2013 Bayani Challenge (BC) in Cabiao town, Nueva Ecija. “BC is an annual five-day volunteerism event where bayanihan and love for country are showcased through building homes, repairing schools, health missions, climate change mitigation activities and many mo...
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23Mar2013BALER, Aurora, March 23 (PIA) -- Parts of Aurora and Nueva Ecija will experience today a series of 30-minute power interruptions. National Grid Corporation of the Philippines North Luzon Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Officer Lilibeth Gaydowen said “customers of NEECO I, CELCOR and NEECO II Area 2 will experience outage from 5:30AM to 6AM. Affected areas include Cabanatuan City, Gapan City, San Isidro, Cabiao, Jaen, San Antonio, San Leonardo, Sta. Rosa, Penaranda, Gen. Tinio and ...
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22Mar2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, March 22 (PIA) -- Three Kapampangan photographers are currently holding an exhibit at SM Pampanga that features some of the province’s famed churches and chapels. Billed “Visita Iglesia: Edifices of the Kapampangan Faith Revisited,” it contains over 100 photos captured by Peter Alagos, Bong Lacson, and Deng Pangilinan. Among those on display are the churches of Angeles City, Apalit, Arayat, Bacolor, Betis, Candaba, Guagua, Lubao, Macabebe, Magalang, Metropoli...
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22Mar2013IBA, Zambales, March 22 (PIA) -- Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala on Wednesday assured mango stakeholders of his agency’s full support to the industry. In a message during the opening of the 15th National Mango Congress in Iba town, Alcala said, “Mango is one of the prime commodities in DA’s High Value Crops Development Program as it is one of the country’s export winners. The Philippines was able to export 21,000 metric tons (MT) in mango-based products worth $16 million and around...
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21Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 21 (PIA) -- The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is currently training over 16,000 Central Luzon residents who will be Board of Election Inspectors (BEI) in the May midterm polls on proper handling of Precinct Count Optical Scan (PCOS) machines. “Section 3 of Republic Act No.9369 otherwise known as the Amended Automation Election System Law stated that DOST is mandated to certify at least one BEI member in every clustered precinct as an inform...
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21Mar2013CABIAO, Nueva Ecija, March 21 (PIA) -- Around 2,000 individuals coming from different sectors, social classes and age groups have signed up so far for the historic Bayani Challenge (BC) 2013 in Cabiao town, Nueva Ecija. “BC is an annual five-day volunteerism event where bayanihan and love for country are showcased through building homes, repairing schools, health missions, climate change mitigation activities and many more” said Banik Alan Merenciano of the Presidential Communications Opera...
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21Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 21 (PIA) -- May 2,500 Bulakenyo sa Northville, bayan ng Calumpit, ang nakinabang sa isinagawang Lakbay Buhay Kalusugan (LBK) caravan. Sa pangunguna na pamahalaang panlalawigan at ng Department of Health (DOH), layunin nitong maitaas ang antas ng kaalaman ng mga Bulakenyo ukol sa maternal and child health care. Ayon kay Dra. Jocelyn Gomez, pinuno ng provincial health office, tampok sa nasabing caravan ang isang bus na magsisilbing clinic para sa konsultasyon a...
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20Mar2013IBA, Zambales, March 20 (PIA) -- Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala will grace today the opening of the 15th National Mango Congress in Iba, Zambales. The three-day confab of around 500 mango producers, farmers, marketers, scientists, and enthusiasts from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao will feature sessions which are anchored on the theme “Increasing mango farmers’ income by stabilizing domestic prices through mango tourism, synchronized mango production, and efficient handling system.” ...
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20Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 20 (PIA) -- Muling umani ng parangal ang Bulacan matapos kilalanin ito bilang isa sa 10 pinaka-nangungunang lalawigan pagdating sa pag-ani ng palay sa ginanap na ikalawang Agri-Pinoy Rice Achievers Awards ng Department of Agriculture (DA). Iniabot ni Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala kay Gubernador Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado ang plake at apat na milyong pisong halaga ng mga proyektong pang-agrikultura sa seremonyang idinaos ang Philippine International Conventi...
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20Mar2013IBA, Zambales, Marso 20 (PIA) -- Nakatakdang dumalo ngayong araw si Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala sa pagbubukas ng ika-15 National Mango Congress sa Iba, Zambales. May 500 mango producers, farmers, marketers, scientists, at enthusiasts mula Luzon, Visayas at Mindanao ang inaasahang dadalo sa tatlong araw na confab na nakasentro sa temang “Increasing mango farmers’ income by stabilizing domestic prices through mango tourism, synchronized mango production, and efficient handling syste...
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20Mar2013TARLAC CITY, March 20 (PIA) -- Tarlac Provincial Hospital (TPH) recently opened its new five storey, 100-bed capacity extension building in an effort to make health services more accessible and affordable. “The edifice houses four operating rooms, an Intensive Cardiac Care Unit (ICCU), delivery rooms, recovery rooms, ward, emergency rooms, pharmacy, and laboratory department. It is also home to the Tarlac Eye Center” Governor Victor Yap said. At present, TPH extension has three hydraulic o...
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19Mar2013BALIWAG, Bulacan, March 19 (PIA) -- SM Baliwag has teamed up with the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office and Zonta Club in its activities this Women’s Month 2013. In a statement, the mall said, “Our activities began with a Zumba Pink Party that was participated in by hundreds of ladies. This Latin dance workout, which seeks to promote a healthy lifestyle, is now regularly being held every Sundays from 10 a.m. to 12 nn.” The ingenuity of the ladies of Bustos is currently bein...
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19Mar2013IBA, Zambales, March 19 (PIA) -- Zambales opens today the 13th Mango Festival that showcases its famed sweetest variety of the fruit. “Expect this year to be the grandest yet. The provincial government and the 13 towns have prepared for the Parayawan wherein they have dressed their respective government buildings with mango-themed decorations” said Tel Mora of the Tourism and Investment Promotion Office. Day One will feature the “PINAKA LGU Booth Showcase” wherein each municipality wil...
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19Mar2013PLARIDEL, Bulacan, March 19 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III has declared April 23, Tuesday, as a special non-working holiday in Plaridel town, Bulacan in line with the commemoration of the “Battle of Quingua.” Proclamation No. 558 was signed by Executive Secretary Paquito Ochoa Jr. by authority of the President on March 7 to give the people of the municipality “the opportunity to celebrate and participate in the occasion.” The battle was fought in 1899 in Quingua- now Plaridel d...
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19Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 19 (PIA) -- Nagsagawa kamakailan ng symposium ang Provincial Public Health Office at Guangzhou Modern Cancer Hospital ng Tsina ng libreng Health Symposium patungkol sa mga makabagong teknolohiya na gagamot sa sakit na kanser. Sinabi ni Guangzhou Modern Cancer Hospital Oncology Department chief Peng Xiaochi na ang kanser na batid bilang nakamamatay at hindi nagagamot na sakit ay may lunas na ngayon. Sa tulong aniya ng makabagong teknolohiya, 95 porsyento ng mg...
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18Mar2013OLONGAPO CITY, March 18 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III has signed a law that grants a 25-year franchise to a private company to handle the local government-managed power distribution utility in Olongapo City. Under Republic Act 10373, Olongapo Electricity Distribution Co. Inc. is allowed “To construct, install, establish, and maintain for commercial purposes and in the public interest, a distribution system for the conveyance of electric power to the end-users in the City of Olongapo a...
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18Mar2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, March 18 (PIA) -- Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) turns 20 this week with activities that highlight its role as a leader in livestock biotechnology research and development in the country. “Anchored on the theme 'Celebrating partnerships in empowering dairy communities,' PCC will be conferring recognitions and monetary incentives to the winners of the Search for Outstanding Dairy Farmers, Dairy Cooperative, Village-based Artificial Insemination Technicians,...
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18Mar2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, March 18 (PIA) -- Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) will fete on Wednesday former President Joseph Ejercito Estrada and six others for their contributions in making the institution a leader in livestock biotechnology research and development during its 20th anniversary celebration. “Erap is considered the father of PCC as he was the principal Senate author of Republic Act 7307 otherwise known as the Philippine Carabao Act of 1992 that established us,” said ...
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18Mar2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, Marso 18 (PIA) -- Pararangalan ngayong Miyerkules ng Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) si dating Pangulo Joseph Ejercito Estrada at anim na iba pa dahil sa mga kontribusyon nila sa paghubog sa institusyon bilang lider sa livestock biotechnology research and development. Ang seremonya ay isasagawa kaalinsabay ng ika-20 anibersaryo ng PCC. Ayon kay PCC Information Officer Rowena Galang-Bumanlag, si Erap ang kinikilalang ama ng center dahil siya ang principal sen...
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18Mar2013BALER, Aurora, March 18 (PIA) -- Gubernatorial and congressional bets in the province of Aurora on Tuesday inked a covenant vowing to for a peaceful midterm polls come May. The signing, held at Mount Carmel College, was led by incumbent Governor and congressional candidate Bellaflor Angara-Castillo and incumbent Vice Governor and gubernatorial candidate Gerardo Noveras with representatives from Commission on Elections, Philippine National Police (PNP), Department of Interior and Local Governmen...
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16Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 16 (PIA) -- San Fernando recently inaugurated a two-storey fire station beside the City Hall. The new building was opened in time for the launch of the month-long fire awareness campaign with the theme “Sunog at Sakuna Paghandaan, Kalikasan ay Pangalagaan nang Matamasa ang Pag-unlad ng Bayan.” Present during the ceremonial ribbon-cutting were Mayor Oscar Rodriguez, Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Regional Director Fire Chief Superintendent Ariel A. ...
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15Mar2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, March 15 (PIA) -- Two Japanese researchers from Hokkaido University shared to the officials of Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) the results of their studies on livestock infectious diseases during the latter’s technical caucus held at its national headquarters at the Science City of Muñoz. Satoru Konnai presented his work entitled, “Role of Inhibitory Molecules in Bovine Chronic Infectious Diseases and as Target for Therapy,” which focused on the analys...
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15Mar2013TARLAC CITY, March 15 (PIA) -- Presidential Communications Operations Office - Office for Special Concerns (PCOO-OSC) on Monday invited youth leaders in President Aquino’s home province of Tarlac to be part of the historic 2013 Bayani Challenge that seeks to tap over 80,000 volunteers. “Bayani Challenge is an annual five-day volunteerism event where bayanihan and love for country are showcased through building homes, repairing schools, health missions, climate change mitigation activities,...
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15Mar2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, March 15 (PIA) -- Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) headquarters at the Science City of Muñoz was recently re-certified with ISO 9001:2008. “This has been the result of our deliberate efforts in our continuous commitment in delivering quality products and services to our clienteles,” said PCC Executive Director Libertado Cruz. ISO 9001 is the world’s most popular quality management system (QMS) standard. It covers how organizations should manage their a...
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15Mar2013BONGABON, Nueva Ecija, March 15 (PIA) -- Bongabon town’s famed yellow granex onions has regained entry into the Japanese market after 13 years, with an initial 20 metric tons this week. Agriculture Secretary Proceso Alcala led the official sealing of the container van, Monday, during the send-off ceremony. “The export market became dormant for a while as local prices for onions remained stable to the satisfaction of growers who became less interested in exporting their produce. An opportu...
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15Mar2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, March 15 (PIA) -- Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Pampanga Field Office recently launched its inaugural Monthly Labor Education Orientation (MLEO) in an effort to effectively implement the Single Entry Approach (SEnA) in the province. It was actively participated by previous SEnA respondents, which comprise of management and labor representatives from different companies lifted from compiled requests for assistance (RFAs). “This proactive approach, a fi...
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14Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 14 (PIA) -- Around 20 pediatricians in state-run hospitals across Central Luzon have participated in the first training on Revised Dengue Clinical Case Management Guidelines. “The training was based on Administrative Order No.2012-0006 with focus on dengue pathogenesis, clinical course management, diagnostics, treatment and surveillance. National Dengue Control Program Manager Lyndon Leesuy and Efren Dimaano of San Lazaro Hospital served as facilitators...
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14Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 14 (PIA) -- Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Region 3 urged the public to immediately seek help from fire stations during emergencies, so as to shorten agency response time. “People don’t call us because they think we don’t have enough water in our trucks," BFP Assistant Regional Director for Operations Artemio Llena said. "That is not true.” The official encouraged people to call BFP’s Regional Emergency hotline (045) 963-4378 or its stations in...
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14Mar2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, March 14 (PIA) -- Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman Roberto Garcia urged city and municipal engineers in the country to start improving infrastructure in their areas while the country is in an economic boom. Garcia said that with this new economic climate, the government is spending billions of pesos in additional infrastructure, including roads, bridges and tourist facilities. City and municipal engineers should take advantage of this opportunity to create an...
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14Mar2013TARLAC CITY, March 14 (PIA) -- Tarlac State University (TSU) capped off school year 2012-2013 with the fifth Student Leaders’ Day that drew more than 150 attendees from 11 colleges. Anchored on the theme “Moving On,” the event aims to enjoin participants to use their learning experiences during the academic term in going a notch higher in terms of performance as well as in developing camaraderie. “In Student Leaders’ Day, we divide the participants into groups composed of people com...
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14Mar2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, March 14 (PIA) -- National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) Central Luzon recently conducted a paralegal training for seven leaders of cultural communities and 28 to their field staff who do investigations. “Participants dealt with cases on titling of vast tract of ancestral lands, mining, economic zones, and human rights,” NCIP Regional Director Ronaldo Daquiaog said. Attendees were likewise briefed on a number of laws that concern indigenous peoples su...
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14Mar2013CABANATUAN CITY, Nueva Ecija, March 14 (PIA) -- The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) called on southern Novo Ecijanos to file their income tax returns correctly and ahead of the deadline. “Paying taxes is an obligation of every working Filipino. Come April 15, the annual income tax return filing is for self-employed, individuals earning purely compensation income, professionals, estates, trusts, businesses, corporations, and partnerships,” said James Ferrer of Revenue District Office 23B. ...
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14Mar2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, March 14 (PIA) -- Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) renewed its appeal to Central Luzon taxpayers to pay their taxes ahead of the April 15 due date. “It is better to file early as there would be no extension period. We are only accommodating people from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.,” Revenue District Officer Amador Ducut said. “Paying taxes is an obligation of every Filipino and one should pay it correctly,” Ducut added. The annual income tax return filing is for t...
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14Mar2013It's summer! Holidays and vacations are best spent in resorts. One need not go far since Pampanga offers the best places where rest and relaxation can be savored. Here are some of the best. Abe’s Farm An unforgettable experience would be to partake of the flavor of a full menu of Capampangan food which include pinakbet Capampangan, gule magalang, pako salad for vegetables; main course of sisig, chicharong bulaklak, arobung kamaru, binukadkad na pla-pla, knockout knuckles, ...
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14Mar2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Marso 14 (PIA) -- Hinikayat ng Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) ang mga tiga-Timog Nueva Ecija na magfile ng tamang income tax returns at masmaagang sa nakatakdang deadline sa ika-15 ng Abril. Sinabi ni James Ferrer ng Revenue District Office 23B na ang pagbabayad ng buwis ay obligasyon ng bawat nagtatrabahong Pilipino. Ito aniya ang ginanagamit ng pamahalaan sa pagpapatayo ng mga daan, tulay, ospital at silid-aralan, pagbibigay ng mga basic social services ...
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13Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 13 (PIA) -- National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) announced that parts of Aurora and Nueva Ecija will experience a nine-hour power interruption tomorrow, March 14 from 8a.m. to 5 p.m. To be affected by the outage are customers of Nueva Ecija Electric Cooperative (NEECO) II Areas I and II, and Aurora Electric Cooperative (AURELCO). "The brown-out is due to the repair of selected transmission line hardware along the Cabanatuan-Baler 69kV transm...
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13Mar2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, March 13 (PIA) -- Fort Magsaysay Military Reservation (FMMR) recently hosted the second leg of Colt45 4X4 Extreme Series that was participated by Luzon members of the National Association of Filipino Off-Roaders (NAsFOR). “This event seeks to promote Fort Magsaysay as a tourist destination where they can do various activities such as climbing, hiking, downhill mountain biking, camping, motocross riding, 4x4 off-road driving, zip-line, and horseback riding as well...
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13Mar2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, March 13 (PIA) -- Aurora-based 48th Infantry Battalion of the Philippine Army topped the Infantry Rifle Squad challenge organized by its mother unit, the 7th Infantry Division (7ID). The group, headed by Lt. Col. Wilmar Galicia, obtained a total score of 716.68 percent. Second placer was the 24th Infantry Battalion while Ilocos Norte-based 81st Infantry Battalion was third. “The challenge seeks to assess the collective competency and cohesiveness of our squads a...
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12Mar2013LUNGSOD NG TARLAC, Marso 12 (PIA) -- Inaanyayahan ng Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) Office for Special Concerns ang mga mag-aaral ng Tarlac State University (TSU) na maging instrumento ng pagbabago sa pamamagitan ng pagsali sa Pilipinas Natin (PN). Sa isang panayam sa idinaos na PN forum sa TSU, sinabi ni Central Luzon coordinator Banik Alan Merenciano na ang PN ay isang aktibidad kung saan layunin nito ang "Bayanihan for Nation Building" o ang makalikha ng nararapat na ka...
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12Mar2013TARLAC CITY, March 12 (PIA) -- The Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) Office for Special Concerns called on students of Tarlac State University (TSU) to be an instrument for change by joining Pilipinas Natin (PN). “PN is Bayanihan for Nation Building. Our goal is to create an enabling environment for the youth to become patriotic leaders of their community who desire to excel in their own fields to make a difference for the country, especially the poor,” said Central Luzon...
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11Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 11 (PIA) -- Sangguniang Panlungsod of San Fernando bagged the National Local Legislative Award (LLA)-Component City category prize for the third consecutive time. Council members, spearhead by vice mayor and presiding officer Edwin Santiago, received their award plus P50,000 cash incentive and development projects worth P1 million from Interior and Local Government Undersecretary Austere Panadero, and Philippine Councilors League (PCL) officials headed by A...
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11Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 11 (PIA) -- Naglaan ng kabuuang 60 milyong piso ang Department of Agriculture para sa patubig ng Ikatlong Distrito ng Bulacan. Sa isang pahayag, sinabi ni kalihim Proceso Alcala na malaking bahagi ng halaga ay para sa pagkukumpleto ng mga kanal ng patubig na nagdudugtong mula sa Casecnan Dam na nasa Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija. May 29 na kilometro ang haba ng patubig na dumadaloy upang mabigyan ng irigasyon hindi lamang ang Nueva Ecija kundi ang mga ...
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11Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 11 (PIA) -- Naglaan ng kabuuang 50 milyong piso ang pamahalaang panlalawigan para sa iskolarship ng may 7,600 kabaataang Bulakenyo. Sa ginanap na Talakayang Bulakenyo, ipinaliwanag ng Provincial Administrator’s Office na ito na ang pangalawang taon na magkasunod na naglaan ang Kapitolyo ng 50 milyong piso mula sa dating 20 hanggang 40 milyong piso. Layunin nito na mabigyan ng malaking oportunidad ang mga mahihirap na mag-aaral ngunit matatalino na makatamo...
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11Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 11 (PIA) -- Abot kamay na ng mga Bulakenyo ang serbisyo ng Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) matapos lagdaan ang isang kasunduan para sa pagkakaroon ng satellite office sa bakuran ng kapitolyo. Ang paglalagda ay pinangunahan nila Governor Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado at PCSO Chairperson Margarita Juico. Sinabi ni Alvarado na patuloy ang pamahalaang panlalawigan ng pagbibigay ng mataas na kalidad na serbisyong medikal sa pamamagitan ng Bulacan Medical Cen...
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11Mar2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Marso 11 (PIA) -- Nakatakdang gawaran ng Department of Agriculture (DA) ng Agri-Pinoy Rice Achievers Award ang mga lalawigan, bayan at indibidwal na malaki ang ambag sa pagtamo ng hangarin ng pamahalaan na staple self-sufficiency. Sinabi ni DA Regional Executive Director Andrew Villacorta na kabilang ang Nueva Ecija at Bulacan sa sampung top performing provinces sa buong bansa. Sila ay makakakuha ng tig-apat na milyong pisong halaga ng mga proyekto. Samantal...
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11Mar2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Marso 11 (PIA) -- Nasungkit ng Sangguniang Panlungsod ng San Fernando ang National Local Legislative Award (LLA)-Component City category prize sa ikatlong magkakasunod na pagkakataon. Tinaggap ng mga miyembro ng koseho, sa pangunguna ni Vice Mayor at presiding officer Edwin Santiago, ang pagkilala, 50 libong pisong insentibo at isang milyong pisong halaga ng "development projects" mula kay Interior and Local Government Undersecretary Austere Panadero at mga op...
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11Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 11 (PIA) -- Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to confer the Agri-Pinoy Rice Achievers Award to provinces, towns, and individuals in Central Luzon for their exemplary contribution in the attainment of the government’s staple self-sufficiency goal. “Nueva Ecija and Bulacan were adjudged as among the ten top performing provinces in the country. They will each get P4 million worth of projects” said DA Regional Executive Director Andrew Villacorta. He...
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09Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 10 (PIA) -- Hindi na lamang tagapaghatid ng sulat at tagapagtinda ng mga stamp ang Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) pagkat ngayon ay may money transfer service na rin ito. Ayon kay Postmaster General Josefina Mendoza-Dela Cruz, sinumulan na nila ang kanilang money transfer service kung saan inihahatid nila sa mga benepisyaryo ng Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program ng Department of Social Welfare and Development sa kanayunan ang kanilang buwanang ayuda. ...
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09Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 9 (PIA) -- Sinisiguro na ng Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) na nababayaran ang mga hulog ng kanilang mga kartero at empleyado sa Government System Insurance Corporation (GSIS). Sa ginawang pagbisita ni Postmaster General Josefina Mendoza-Dela Cruz sa mga Bulakenyong kartero, kinumpirma nito na may halagang 500 milyong piso ang inilaan ng administrasyong Aquino upang tuluyan nang mabayaran ang mga nasabing hulog. Matatandaan na sa mahabang panahon ay ...
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08Mar2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, March 8 (PIA) -- Top officials in Bataan have expressed high hopes on getting beefier national security and economic development after President Aquino signed a law that will provide P75 billion to upgrade the armed forces, benefiting the government arsenal located in the province. Republic Act No. 10349 or the Revised Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Modernization Program seeks to develop the army into a multi-mission-oriented force capable of effectively address...
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08Mar2013TARLAC CITY, March 8 (PIA) -- The provincial government has distributed a total of 4,763 sponsored PhilHealth cards to indigent residents of Pura and Ramos towns which is aligned to the 100 percent universal health care coverage vision of President Aquino. Individual recipients from Ramos numbered 1,245 while 3,518 were from the municipality of Pura. Figures show that Tarlac is tied with Bataan with the second biggest number of PhilHealth coverage in Central Luzon at 82 percent. Pampanga is th...
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08Mar2013CAMILING, Tarlac, March 8 (PIA) -- The provincial government and Tarlac College of Agriculture (TCA) has conducted a soybean field day to intensify its production and processing in Tarlac. Governor Victor Yap and TCA president Max Guillermo visited stakeholders at the Don Gilberto P. Romulo Farmers’ Training Center in Camiling town. “Soybean is a species of legume native to East Asia, widely grown for its edible bean which has numerous uses. Fat-free soybean meal is a significant and cheap...
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08Mar2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, March 8 (PIA) -- Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) has conferred the Regional Local Legislative Award (LLA) to Angeles under the highly-urbanized city category. In a statement, Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan said, “All of these awards stand as proof that we are fulfilling our contract with the Angeleños. We will not stop here. We still have many things to do for the city.” For her part, Vice Mayor and City Council presiding officer Vicky Vega-Cabigting sa...
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08Mar2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, March 8 (PIA) -- Sangguniang Panlungsod of Angeles has launched a system to store, monitor, and track ordinances and resolutions taken-up, proposed, and approved by the members. “The system will prove the dynamism of the local government in equipping itself with new technology to make its services more efficient” said Vice Mayor and City Council presiding officer Vicky Vega-Cabigting. “With this, we are taking another bold step into making the local government and...
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08Mar2013IBA, Zambales, March 8 (PIA) -- Zambales is inviting foreign and local tourists to be part of its 13th Mango Festival slated from March 19-24 and discover why they have the world’s sweetest variation of the fruit. “Expect this year to be the grandest yet. The provincial government and the 13 towns are now preparing for the Parayawan wherein they will be dressing their respective government buildings with mango-themed decorations” said Tel Mora of the Tourism and Investment Promotion Offic...
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08Mar2013MARIVELES, Bataan, March 8 (PIA) -- Empowering Filipinas this International Women’s Month, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has forever changed the life of a former factory worker exposed to toxic chemicals into a sound mother with a stable Nego-Kart. Juliet Abad, 35, mother of two, recalled her struggles almost a year ago before DOLE, led by Secretary Rosalinda Dimapilis-Baldoz and Region III Director Raymundo Agravante, gave her a Negosyo sa Kariton (Nego-Kart) being one of the...
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08Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 8 (PIA) -- Presidential Communications Operations Office-Office for Special Concerns (PCOO-OSC) and Gawad Kalinga (GK) called on individuals and organizations in Central Luzon to enlist for the historic 2013 Bayani Challenge that seeks to tap over 80,000 volunteers. “Bayani Challenge is an annual five-day volunteerism event where bayanihan and love for country are showcased through building homes, repairing schools, health missions, climate change mitigat...
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08Mar2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, March 8 (PIA) -- Nutrition officers from 44 towns and four cities in Bulacan, Pampanga, Tarlac, and Nueva Ecija will attend training on Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) this March. National Nutrition Council (NNC) Regional Program Coordinator Victoria Mañez said a “Training of trainers” will be held in Baguio City prior to the commencement of the activity. “IYCF is aimed at improving the nutritional status and health of children especially the under thr...
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08Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 8 (PIA) -- National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), through its Taboan Writer’s Festival, is set to fete today five Kapampangan literary legends for their contributions in the development and sustainability of Central Luzon’s most widely spoken vernacular. In a statement, NCCA said that honorees are Romeo Rodriguez for cultural advocacy, Virgilio Calilung for poetry, Jaspe Dula for crissotan, Ofrecinia dela Pena for zarzuela, and a posthumou...
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08Mar2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Marso 8 (PIA) -- Pinirmahan na ni Pangulong Aquino ang isang batas na maglalaan ng P75 bilyon upang paunlarin ang kapabilidad ng Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) at itaas ang antas ng Government Arsenal na matatagpuan sa Bataan. Layunin ng Republic Act No. 10349 o ang Revised AFP Modernization Program na linangin ang sandatahan upang maging epektibo sa pagtugon sa mga bantang pangseguridad sa loob at labas ng bansa. Popondohan ito ng P75 bilyon sa unang limang ...
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08Mar2013BALER, Aurora, Marso 8 (PIA) -- Nananatiling walang nakalalasong red tide sa mga lalawigan ng Bulacan, Zambales at Bataan. Sinabi sa ulat ng pinakabagong Shellfish Bulletin ng Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) na ang mga baybaying tubig ng Bulacan sa Manila Bay; Masinloc Bay sa Zambales at mga baybaying tubig ng Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Balanga, Orani, Abucay at Samal sa Bataan ay wala na ngayong nakakalasong red tide. Sinabi ng BFAR na ang mga shellfish mula sa mga naban...
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08Mar2013MARIVELES, Bataan, Marso 8 (PIA) -- Kaalinsabay ng pagdiriwang ng International Women’s Month, isang ina na dating takot sa kanyang hanapbuhay sa pabrika ang tuluyang nabago ang buhay sa tulong ng Negosyo sa Kariton (Nego-Kart) ng Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Inilahad ni Juliet Abad, 35, may dalawang anak, ang kanyang mga pinagdaanan isang taon na ang nakalilipas bago siya makatanggap ng Nego-Kart mula sa DOLE sa pamumuno nina Secretary Rosalinda Dimapilis-Baldoz at Region III D...
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08Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 8 (PIA) -- Nakatakdang ilunsad ngayong araw ng pamahalaang panlalawigan ang "One Bulacan Program for Rapid Industrialization and Development (PRIDE)" na inaasahang lilikha ng mga bagong oportunidad at magkakamit ng patuloy na kaunlaran ng ekonomiya ng probinsya. Ang naturang programa ay nakaugnay sa adhikain ng administrasyong Aquino na makamit ang mabilis at tuloy-tuloy na pag-unlad ng ekonomiya at pantay na pamamahagi nito upang unti-unting maibsan ang kahir...
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07Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 7 (PIA) -- Pinaigting ng Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) ng Bulacan ang kampanya nito kontra rabies sa pamamagitan ng pagbisita sa mga barangay upang mabakunahan ang mga aso. Sinabi ni Provincial Veterinarian Voltaire Basinang na umabot na sa apat na libong aso sa 13 barangay sa pitong bayan at isang lungsod ang nabakunahan na. Kaalinsabay ng pagbabakuna ang information, education at communication drive sa pagiging responsableng mga pet owners sa tulong n...
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07Mar2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, March 7 (PIA) -- The National Nutrition Council (NNC), in partnership with the Regional Nutrition Evaluation Team (RNET), will begin this April its evaluation on the 2012 nutritional status of towns, cities, and provinces in Central Luzon. “The Monitoring and Evaluation of Local Level Plan Implementation (MELLPI) aims to monitor and validate the efficiency and effectiveness of the nutrition and nutrition-related activities implemented at the local level,” NNC Nu...
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07Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 7 (PIA) -- Malaking bentahe ang pagiging ISO:9008 Certified ng Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) sa pagkakaroon kaagad ng trabaho ng mga graduates nito dito at sa ibayong dagat. Sa ginanap na turn-over ng TESDA Provincial Training Center sa pamahalaang panlungsod ng Malolos noong Lunes, ikinuwento ni kalihim Joel Villanueva na may isang construction company na kinakailangang may limang taong karanasan sa pagmemekaniko ang sinumang ap...
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07Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 7 (PIA) -- Bulacan, Zambales and Bataan provinces remain free from paralytic shellfish poison or red tide. “The coastal waters of Bulacan in Manila Bay; Masinloc Bay in Zambales and coastal waters of Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Balanga, Orani, Abucay and Samal in Bataan are now free of the toxic red tide,” latest Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Shellfish Bulletin reported. BFAR said shellfish from the mentioned areas are safe for...
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06Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 6 (PIA) -- Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is set to implement the revised zonal values of real estate properties in Pampanga effective April 1. “Department Order No.35-05 prescribed the revised zonal values in the City of San Fernando which is under the jurisdiction of Revenue District Office (RDO) No.21B otherwise known as South Pampanga” said BIR Regional Director Araceli Francisco. “Moreover, Department Order No.36-05 outlines the implementation...
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06Mar2013BALER, Aurora, March 6 (PIA) -- The provincial government of Aurora will hold a fun run on March 21 to celebrate Women’s Month. Anchored on the theme “Kababaihan, Gabay Sa Pagtahak Sa Tuwid Na Daan,” the activity will start at the Capitol Compound, Barangay Suklayin in Baler town at exactly 5AM. “The registration fee is P20 for employees of local government units and national government agencies, and P10 for students, Non-Government Organizations, and People’s Organizations” said A...
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06Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 6 (PIA) -- The National Police Commission (Napolcom) invites Central Luzon residents who wish to pursue a career in law enforcement to take the Philippine National Police (PNP) Entrance Examination on May 26. The exam is open to all Filipino citizens age 30 years old and below who are holders of a bachelor’s degree and has a height of at least 1.62 meters for males and 1.57 meters for females, Napolcom Regional Director Manuel Pontanal said in a statement...
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06Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 6 (PIA) -- Masmatutukan na ng pamahalaang lungsod ang pagkakaloob ng skills training sa mga Malolenyo matapos ibigay ng Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (Tesda) ang pangangasiwa ng Provincial Training Center nito sa barangay San Agustin. Pinangunahan ni Tesda Secretary Joel Villanueva ang pagturn-over ng pasilidad kay Malolos City Mayor Christian Natividad. Ayon kay Villanueva, taong 2004 nang maitayo ang center mula sa pinagsama-samang ay...
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06Mar2013BALER, Aurora, Marso 6 (PIA) -- Magsasagawa ang pamahalaang panlalawigan ng Aurora ng fun run sa ika-21 ng Marso kaalinsabay ng pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng mga Kababaihan. Nakaangkla sa temang, “Kababaihan, Gabay Sa Pagtahak Sa Tuwid Na Daan,” magsisimula ang aktibidad sa ganap na alas singko ng umaga sa Capitol Compound, Barangay Suklayin sa bayan ng Baler. Sinabi ni Aida Rutaquio ng Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office na P20 ang registration fee sa mga empleyado ng local governm...
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05Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 5 (PIA) -- Naghanda ang pamahalaang panlalawigan ng Bulacan ng iba’t ibang aktibidad kaugnay ng pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Pag-iingat sa Sunog ngayong Marso upang patuloy na maitaas ang kamalayan at mahikayat ang publiko na maging handa laban sa sunog. May temang "Sunog at Sakuna Paghandaan, Kalikasan ay Pangalagaan nang Matamasa ang Pag-unlad ng Bayan,” pangungunahan ng Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDDRMO) ang isang un-announced ...
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05Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 5 (PIA) -- A total of 4,695 indigent youth in Central Luzon will soon benefit from the Cash for Training Program (C4TP) of Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). In a message during Monday’s launch, DSWD Assistant Secretary Teodulo Romo Jr. said “C4TP seeks to provide grantees of the Pantawid Pamilya and members of the Pag-asa Youth Associations with skills training opportuni...
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05Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 5 (PIA) -- Department of Science and Technology (DOST) allotted around P40.7 million worth of assistance last year to 56 Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Central Luzon. “The aid was part of our Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program (SETUP) which is a flagship undertaking of our agency that is geared towards the development of SMEs” DOST Regional Director Victor Mariano said. Under SETUP, SMEs in industries such as food are given appropria...
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05Mar2013MARILAO, Bulacan, Marso 5 (PIA) -- Nagsagawa kamakailan ang SM Marilao ng isang araw na seminar patungkol sa tamang pakikitungo sa mga taong may kapansanan sa kanilang mga tenants, affiliates, empleyado at kapartner na ahensya. Sa isang pahayag, sinabi ng SM Marilao na hangad nilang maitanim sa isipan ng lahat ng nagtatrabaho sa mall ang tamang pagbibigay ng serbisyo sa mga taong may kapansanan, kanilang papel sa lipunan at kung paano sila matutulungan. Kabilang sa mga nagsilbing tagapagsalita...
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05Mar2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Marso 5 (PIA) -- Naglaan ng 40.7 milyong pisong halaga ng tulong ang Department of Science and Technology (DOST) noong nakaraang taon sa may 56 Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) ng Gitnang Luzon. Sinabi ni DOST Regional Director Victor Mariano na ang ayuda ay bahagi ng Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program (Setup) ng ahensya na naglalayong mapabuti ang mga SMEs. Sa ilalim ng programa, binibigyan ng kauukulang "technology interventions" ang SMEs sa m...
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05Mar2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Marso 5 (PIA) -- May 4,695 mahihirap na kabataan sa Gitnang Luzon ang nakatakdang makinabang mula sa Cash for Training Program (C4TP) ng Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (Tesda) at Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). Sa kanyang mensahe sa paglulunsad ng programa kahapon, sinabi ni DSWD Assistant Secretary Teodulo Romo Jr. na layunin ng C4TP na bigyan ng skills training opportunities at job facilitation o entrepreneurship su...
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04Mar2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Marso 4 (PIA) -- Ibinida nitong Biyernes ni Pangulong Aquino ang ilan sa mga nagawa ng kanyang administrasyon sa Pampanga sa ilalim ng “Tuwid na daan” na pamamahala. Sa kanyang talumpati sa harap ng mga community leaders at residente ng lungsod ng San Fernando, sinabi ni Aquino na on track ang Department of Education sa pagtugon sa classroom shortage sa mga pampublikong paaralan pagsapit ng Disyembre 2013 dahil sabayang itinatayo ang iba’t ibang silid-ar...
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04Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 4 (PIA) -- Masisimulan na ngayong taon ang muling pagtatayo ng Bulo Reservoir Dam kasunod ng pagpapalabas ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ng inisyal na P120 milyong na bahagi ng kabuuang P700 milyong kailangan para sa proyekto. Ito ang kinumpirma ni Kinatawan Joselito Mendoza ng Bulacan nang makausap niya ang Pangulo kamakailan. Ang Bulo Reservoir Dam na nasa bayan ng San Miguel, na nagisisilbing taga-ipon ng tubig mula sa kabundukan ng Sierra Madre, ay nabu...
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04Mar2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, March 4 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III on Friday highlighted some of the significant accomplishments of his administration in Pampanga under the Tuwid na daan (Straight path) battle cry. In his speech before community leaders and residents in the City of San Fernando, Aquino said “Department of Education is on track in addressing classroom shortage in public schools by December 2013 with new structures being built including 1,250 that would benefit Kapam...
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02Mar2013MALOLOS CITY, Bulacan, March 2 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III on Friday led the inaugural drive through of the recently completed Plaridel Bypass Road Contract Package II. “The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)-aided project consists of a total of 24.61km road, 2.40km access road, and 10 bridges which traverse municipalities of Balagtas, Guiguinto, Plaridel, Bustos, and San Rafael in Bulacan” said Public Works and Highways Undersecretary Alfredo Tolentino. It is part o...
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02Mar2013CLARK FREEPORT, March 2 (PIA) -- While the fanfare that came with the recent holding of the 18th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta has left pleasant memories for thousands of tourists that attended the four-day event, operators of small businesses are still enjoying the trickledown effect brought by the influx of spectators to this bustling Freeport. Clark Development Corporation (CDC) Public Relations Department Manager Angelo Lopez, Jr. said small scale business operators said...
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02Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 2 (PIA) -- Pinasinayaan kahapon, Biyernes, ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ang mas malapad at mas matatag na bagong tulay ng Bocaue. Sinabi ni Public Works and Highways Undersecretary Alfredo Tolentino na ang 57 milyong pisong tulay ay apat na linya na ngayon at ipinantay sa kasalukuyang lapad ng McArthur Highway. Dagdag pa ni Tolentino na isa lamang ang tulay sa Bocaue sa mga nilaparan at mas pinatibay na tulay sa kahabaan ng McArthur Highway na kilala rin ...
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02Mar2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 2 (PIA) -- Pinangunahan nitong Biyernes ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ang inaugural drive through ng kakakumpletong Plaridel Bypass Road Contract Package II. Ani Public Works and Highways Undersecretary Alfredo Tolentino, ang nabanggit na proyekto na may kaakibat na tulong ng Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) ay binubuo ng 24.61km daan, 2.40km access road, at sampung tulay na tumatahak sa mga bayan ng Balagtas, Guiguinto, Plaridel, Bustos, at Sa...
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02Mar2013MALOLOS CITY, Bulacan, March 2 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III on Friday inaugurated the newly rehabilitated Bocaue bridge along the Manila North Road (MNR) in Bulacan. The now four-lane structure seeks to improve the level of service of MNR which is also known as McArthur Highway. It likewise seeks to enhance mobility and provide motorists savings on vehicle maintenance costs. The widening and upgrading will provide enough waterway opening to facilitate fast conveyance of flow. Th...
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01Mar2013MALOLOS CITY, Bulacan, March 1 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III is scheduled to lead today the inauguration of the newly rehabilitated Bocaue bridge along the Manila North Road (MNR) in Bulacan. The now four-lane structure seeks to improve the level of service of MNR which is also known as McArthur Highway. It likewise seeks to enhance mobility and provide motorists savings on vehicle maintenance costs. The widening and upgrading will provide enough waterway opening to facilitate fast co...
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01Mar2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, March 1 (PIA) -- Civil Service Commission in Region 3 (CSC-3) is informing the public that it continues to accept nominations for the 2013 Search for Outstanding Public Officials and Employees. CSC Central Luzon information officer Diana Henson said, “State workers may be nominated in any of the three categories namely the Presidential Lingkod Bayan, Pag-asa and Dangal ng Bayan awards.” Henson explained, “The Presidential Lingkod Bayan is conferred to an indi...
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01Mar2013Ni Shane Frias Velasco LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Marso 1 (PIA) -- Pormal nang pasisinayaan ngayong umaga ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ang bagong gawa at masmalapad na tulay ng Bocaue. Matatagpuan ang nasabing tulay sa harapan ng Pamilihang Bayan na tumatawid naman sa kailugan ng Bocaue. Ang dating dalawang linyang salubungan ay apat na linya na ngayon na ipinantay sa kasalukuyang lapad ng Mac Arthur Highway. Halagang P57 milyon ang ginugol ng Department of Public Works and Highways ...
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01Mar2013MALOLOS CITY, Bulacan, March 1 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III is scheduled to lead today the inaugural drive through of the recently completed Plaridel Bypass Road Contract Package II. The Japan International Cooperation Agency-aided project consists of 24.61km road, 2.40km access road, and 10 bridges which traverse the municipalities of Balagtas, Guiguinto, Plaridel, Bustos, and San Rafael in Bulacan. It is part of the upgrading of the Inter-Urban Highway System along the Philippine-...
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01Mar2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Marso 1 (PIA) -- Nais ipabatid ng Civil Service Commission (CSC) Regional Office 3 sa publiko na patuloy itong tumatanggap ng mga nominasyon para sa 2013 Search for Outstanding Public Officials and Employees. Ayon sa CSC Central Luzon information officer Diana Henson, maaring i-nominate ang mga manggagawa ng gobyerno sa alinman sa tatlong kategorya: ang Presidential Lingkod Bayan, Pag-asa at Dangal ng Bayan awards. Ang Presidential Lingkod Bayan ay iginagawad...
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01Mar2013CAMP AQUINO, Tarlac, Marso 1 (PIA) -- May 80 bata mula sa Ronald McDonald House of Charities at Poblacion Daycare Center sa lungsod ng Tarlac ang tumanggap ng regalo mula sa Hukbong Sandatahang Lakas ng Pilipinas at mga kapartner na institusyon nitong nakaraang linggo. Sinabi ni 3rd Mechanized Infantry Battalion Civil Military Operations Officer Captain Lourdes Imperial na ang mga ipinamigay na damit at laruan ay bahagi ng kanilang proyektong “Bayanihan sa Kapaskuhan, My Dream in a Shoe Box...
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28Feb2013MARIVELES, Bataan, Peb 28 (PIA) -- Sumailalim ang mga kumpanya ng Freeport Area of Bataan sa isang talakayan hinggil sa labor standards mula sa Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) upang isulong na gawin itong unang labor standard compliant freeport zone sa bansa. Tinatayang 50 kompanya kasama ang Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, PhilHealth, Social Security System at mga lokal na pamahalaan ang lumahok sa talakayan na naglalayong ituro ang pagsunod sa labor standards. ...
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28Feb2013Envisioned to be a center of excellence in higher education and responsive partner for sustainable agro-industrial development in the North Luzon Agribusiness Quadrangle, the Tarlac College of Agriculture (TCA) has risen to the challenge of time and proved that the farming industry has still much more to offer in improving the lives of Filipinos. Standing firm since 1974, TCA found ways to “generate if not diversify its financial or revenue base by using to the fullest advantage all the reso...
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28Feb2013OLONGAPO CITY, Feb.28 (PIA) -- SM Olongapo recently conducted a one-day seminar on “How to Treat and Handle Persons with Disabilities (PWDs)” among its tenants, affiliates, employees, and partner agencies. PWD president Susan Medina, Special Education teacher Perla Mejia, social worker Elsie Valencia, and Special Education Columban member Jennie Lyn Gabriel shared relevant topics on handling customers with special needs, their role in the society, and other topics that created awareness on ...
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28Feb2013OLONGAPO CITY, Feb.28 (PIA) -- SM Foundation recently turned over a newly built school building in Barretto National High School, Olongapo City. In a press statement, SM Foundation said that the one-floor edifice has two classrooms each equipped with armchairs, blackboards, teacher’s desks, ceiling fans, wall clocks, desktop computers, and toilet facilities. The undertaking is part of the mall chain’s advocacy to help improve the country’s education system and in support of the Departmen...
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28Feb2013BALER, Aurora, Feb. 28 (PIA) -- Certain parts of Nueva Ecija will experience a nine-hour power interruption tomorrow from 8AM to 5PM. National Grid Corporation of the Philippines Northern Luzon Public Affairs Officer Lilibeth Gaydowen said affected by the brown out are customers of Nueva Ecija Electric Cooperative II Area 1(Munoz, Guimba, Quezon, Caranglan and Aliaga), San Jose Electric Cooperative (SAJELCO) and LGU-PAMES. Gaydowen added that the reason of outage is the replacement of selec...
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27Feb2013CABANATUAN CITY, Nueva Ecija, Feb.27 (PIA) -- American-owned CalEnergy Generation Philippines recently achieved another milestone in work safety after incurring 1.75 million safe man-hours without lost time accident in its 11 years of operation. “The safety and health of our employees continue to be the first consideration in the operation of our business. To this, we must constantly be aware of the conditions in our environment that can cause injuries. We will maintain a safety and health pr...
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27Feb2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Feb.27 (PIA) -- Angeles City Council has approved on third and final reading an ordinance that seeks to give residents equal treatment regardless of their sexual orientation, ethnicity, or religious affiliation. “The Anti-Discrimination ordinance is not just about political correctness; its about being sensitive to a person’s dignity as a human being,” said councilor Maricel Morales who authored the measure along with Edu Pamintuan, Jericho Aguas, and Alex Indiongc...
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27Feb2013MARIVELES, Bataan, Feb 27 (PIA) -- Companies in the Freeport Area of Bataan underwent an orientation on labor standards from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to make the sprawling industrial complex the country’s first labor standard compliant freeport zone. About 50 different companies, together with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, PhilHealth, Social Security System, and local government units, joined in the orientation which aims to promote voluntary c...
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27Feb2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Feb.27 (PIA) -- Dignitaries from India and the Myanmar recently visited the Subic Freeport on separate occasions and left impressed with the transformation of Subic from a military base into a bustling economic haven. Indian Ambassador Amit Dasgupta, who met with Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) chairman Roberto Garcia, said they are giving Subic high importance in terms of business potentials. “It is a great place and I think it contributes much to our economic ...
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27Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb.27 (PIA) -- Environment authorities appealed to midterm election candidates in Central Luzon to mind their garbage and avoid nailing campaign materials on trees. “Candidates should stick to environment-friendly campaigning to ensure clean and orderly elections in the coming polls” said Department of Environment and National Resources Regional Executive Director Maximo Dichoso. He said well-meaning candidates and their supporters, even as they run on en...
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27Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 27 (PIA) -- Hindi mauubusan ng trabaho ang mga bagong rehistradong nars dahil bukas ang pintuan ng oportunidad para sa kanila bilang Health Insurance advocates. Sinabi ni PhilHealth Regional Information Officer Ruth Gladys Carlos na maaring maging lecturer ang mga nars sa kanayunan upang isulong ang masmalawak na pagpapaseguro ng mga mamamayan sa kanilang kalusugan. Dagdag pa ni Carlos na malaki ang magagawa ng mga registered nurse upang maabot ang mithiing "u...
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27Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 27 (PIA) -- Nagtapos kamakailan ang may 1,230 bagong Technical Vocational Education (TVET) graduates sa ilalim ng Training for Work Scholarship Program (TWSP) ng Technical Education and Skills Development Authority o Tesda. Ang mga bagong nagsipagtapos ay magiging workforce ng lalawigan para sa mga industriyang nangangailangan ng kanilang serbisyo. Kabilang sa mga kursong tinapos ng mga nasabing TVET grads ay ang consumer electronics, electrical installation an...
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26Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb.26 (PIA) -- Six members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod of San Fernando along with its secretary have successfully finished a graduate level program they took up at the University of Makati under the sponsorship of the city government. Councilors Rosemary Calimlim, Ralph Daniel Henson, Jaime Lazatin, Alex Patio, Noel Tulabut, and Arnel Sicat and Sanggunian Secretary Avelina Lagman are now holders of the Master in Development Management and Government program. ...
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26Feb2013SAN ILDEFONSO, Bulacan, Peb 26 (PIA) -- Nasa kabuuang 150 magsasaka mula sa mga bayan ng Pulilan, Calumpit, San Rafael, Plaridel at San Ildefonso ang sumailalim ngayon sa ika-50 Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan (KSK) Farmers Training Series na handog ng SM Foundation Inc. (SMFI) sa pamamagitan ng kanilang livelihood and outreach program. Sinabi ni SMFI Vice President Cristie Angeles na sumasailalim ang mga benepisyaryo sa 90 araw na pagsasanay sa bagong teknolohiya, seed culture, land preparation, fertil...
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26Feb2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Peb.26 (PIA) -- Pinaalalahanan ng Civil Service Commission (CSC) Regional Office 3 ang mga mamamayan ng Gitnang Luzon na ang huling araw ng pagsumite ng aplikasyon para sa April 14 Career Service Professional at Subprofessional Paper and Pencil Tests ay ngayong Huwebes na, ika-28 ng Pebrero. Ayon kay CSC Central Luzon information officer Diana Henson, ang mga pagsusulit ay bukas sa lahat ng Pilipino edad 18 pataas na may good moral character, hindi nahatulan n...
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26Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb. 26 (PIA) -- The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) has begun the initial planning stages for the establishment of a comprehensive database for all local government units (LGUs) in Central Luzon. “This project is an initiative of the Regional Office. We seek to have a database that is not only limited to basic, socio-economic, environment, and administrative profiles of LGUs but other vital information as well that can be utilized in craftin...
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25Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb.25 (PIA) -- Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Region 3 on Thursday and Friday launched its enhanced weekly press briefing via back to back events in Bataan and Tarlac. Dubbed “Kapihan ng Mamamayan” (Coffee session of the people), it is a two-hour program that aims to serve as an avenue for government agencies and local government units to be able to disseminate and gather feedback regarding their latest programs, projects, activities and issuances. “...
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25Feb2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Peb.25 (PIA) -- Iniimbitahan ng Presidential Communications Operations Office-Office for Special Concerns (PCOO-OSC) ang mga indibidwal at organisasyon sa Gitnang Luzon na sumali sa 2013 Bayani Challenge na nakatakda mula ika-23 hanggang 27 ng Marso. Paliwanag ni June Joson ng PCOO-OSC na taun-taon,ang Bayani Challenge ay limang araw na volunteerism event kung saan ipinapakita ang bayanihan at pagmamahal sa bayan sa pamamagitan ng pagtatayo ng mga bahay, pagku...
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25Feb2013CAMILING, Tarlac, Peb.25 (PIA) -- Inaanyayahan ng Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) Office for Special Concerns ang mga mag-a-aral ng Tarlac College of Agriculture (TCA) na maging instrumento ng pagbabago sa pamamagitan ng pagsali sa Pilipinas Natin (PN). Sa isang panayam sa idinaos na PN forum sa TCA, sinabi ni June Joson, overall coordinator, na ang PN ay Bayanihan for Nation Building na may layuning makalikha ng enabling environment para sa mga kabataan na maging makabayan...
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26Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb.26 (PIA) -- Civil Service Commission (CSC) Regional Office 3 reminds Central Luzon residents that the deadline for the submission of applications for the April 14 Career Service Professional and Subprofessional Paper and Pencil Tests is this Thursday, February 28. CSC Central Luzon information officer Diana Henson said “exams are open to all Filipino citizens aged 18 years old and above who are of good moral character, have neither been found guilty to an o...
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25Feb2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Feb.25 (PIA) -- Presidential Communications Operations Office-Office for Special Concerns (PCOO-OSC) enjoins individuals and organizations in Central Luzon to enlist for the 2013 Bayani Challenge slated from March 23-27. “Bayani Challenge is an annual five-day volunteerism event where bayanihan and love for country are showcased through building homes, repairing schools, health missions, climate change mitigation activities, and many more,” June Joson of PCOO-OS...
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25Feb2013CAMILING, Tarlac, Feb.25 (PIA) -- Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) for Special Concerns called on students of Tarlac College of Agriculture (TCA) to be an instrument for change by joining Pilipinas Natin (PN). “PN is Bayanihan for Nation Building. Our goal is to create an enabling environment for the youth to become patriotic leaders of their community who desire to excel in their own fields to make a difference for the country, especially the poor,” said overall coordin...
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25Feb2013BALER, Aurora, Peb.25 (PIA) -- Nagsagawa nitong Miyerkules ng oryentasyon ang Department of Education (DepEd) para sa mga principal at school testing coordinators ng lahat ng pribado at pampublikong paaralan sa Aurora tungkol sa isasagawang National Achievement Test (NAT) sa Marso. Sa isang pahayag, sinabi ng DepEd na layunin ng NAT na malaman ang academic performance ng mga mag-aaral sa mga key subjects. Nakatakda ang eksaminasyon ng mga fourth year high school students sa Marso 6, Grade 3...
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23Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Pe 23 (PIA) -- Malapit nang maging pinakabagong Aerotropolis o airport city ng Asya ang Clark dahil naipoposisyon na ang mga pangunahing imprastrakturang kailangan para rito. Sa ginanap na Aviation Conference sa nasabing Freeport, iniulat ni Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC) President Victor Jose Luciano na hindi na isang malayong pangarap na maging aerotropolis dahil ito ay ginagamit na ng napakaraming budget airlines tungo sa mga pangunahing panturis...
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23Feb2013CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga, Peb 23 (PIA) -- Lima katao ang nahulihan ng matataas ng kalibre ng baril sa checkpoint ng Philippine National Police at Commission on Elections sa kahabaan ng MacArthur Highway sa Brgy. Dolores, lungsod ng San Fernando, Pampanga. Sa ulat ng Police Regional Office 3, naaresto ang mga suspek na sakay ng itim na Toyota Fortuner matapos parahin ang sinasakyan ng mga ito dahil walang plaka at conduction sticker. Sa paghinto ng mga suspek, nakita sa loob ng sasakyan ang isang...
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22Feb2013CLARK FREEPORT, Feb.22 (PIA) -- Clark Development Corporation (CDC) has deployed some of its employees as volunteers who will assist in the 18th staging of the Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta (PIHABF) at the Freeport from February 21 to 24, CDC Vice President for Operations Franco Alejo said the volunteers have been divided into four groups led by the following officials: Vice President for Business Development Group Ernesto Gorospe (VIP/Guest Assistance and Help Desk), Vice ...
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22Feb2013BALER, Aurora, Peb 22 (PIA) -- Ang kahalagahan ng kapayapaan sa isang komunidad at bansa ang susi tungo sa pag-unlad, isang responsibilidad at dapat maunawaan ng isang mamamayan na kapag ginawa at isinaalang-alang ay tagumpay sa hinaharap ang sukli nito. Ito pahayag ni Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff Emmanuel Bautista sa kanyang talumpati sa kanyang pagbisita sa pagdiriwang ng ika-34 na taong anibersaryo ng lalawigan ng Aurora nitong Martes. Aniya, malayo na ang nakamtan ng lala...
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22Feb2013BALER, Aurora, Peb 22 (PIA) -- Nanawagan si Commissioner Kim Jacinto-Henares ng Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) sa mga residente ng Gitnang Luzon na mag-sumite ng kanilang income tax returns ng masmaaga at tama. Sa isang panayam sa paglulunsad ng 2013 Regional Tax Campaign sa SM Pampanga, sinabi ni Jacinto-Henares na ang pagbabayad ng buwis ay obligasyon ng bawat nagtatrabahong Pilipino. Aniya ang ika-15 ng Abril ay pagpapatala ng taunang income tax return para sa mga self-employed, mga indibi...
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21Feb2013MARIVELES, Bataan, February 21 (PIA) -- Bataeños may soon receive lower monthly electric bills after the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) recently completed a P299 million transmission project that supports a new power plant located in Mariveles town. The Mariveles Coal Transmission Reinforcement Project caters to the GN Power Ltd.’s new coal-fired electric generation facility which will add 600 megawatts capacity to the Luzon power grid. NGCP said in a statement that the...
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21Feb2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Peb 21 (PIA) -- Inaasahang magkakaroon ng maraming trabaho sa lalawigan ng Bataan matapos maghain ng panukala ang isang mambabatas na palawakin ang gamit sa isang napapabayaang lupa sa bayan ng Limay at gawin itong isang “integrated investment hub” para sa mga kumpanya ng enerhiya. Inadopt na ng Senado ang bersyon ng House Bill 5789 ni 2nd District Representative Albert Garcia na naghihintay na lamang ng pirma ni Pangulong Aquino. Layunin ng panukala na palakihi...
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21Feb2013MARIVELES, Bataan, Peb 21 (PIA) -- Malapit nang tumanggap ng mas mababang singil sa kuryente ang mga taga-Bataan matapos makumpleto kamakailan ng National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) ang isang 299 milyong pisong transmission project na susuporta sa bagong power plant sa bayan ng Mariveles. Tutulungan ng Mariveles Coal Transmission Reinforcement Project ang bagong planta ng kuryente ng GN Power Ltd. upang ihatid sa mga konsyumer sa buong Luzon ang dagdag na 600-megawatt capacity. ...
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21Feb2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Peb 21 (PIA) -- Binalaan ng Department of Tourism (DOT) Regional Office 3 ang publiko laban sa online booking scam para sa mga tour packages. Sinabi ni DOT Regional Director Ronnie Tiotuico na nakatangap na sila ng limang reklamo laban sa mga online travel agencies na naglaho matapos makapagbayad ang kanilang kliyente gamit ang credit cards. Hindi muna pangangalanan ng DOT ang mga naturang travel agencies habang isinasagawa pa ang imbestigasyon. Hinikayat ni...
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21Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 21 (PIA) -- Mahigit sa anim na libong batang Bulakenyo na nasa Grade 1 ang mabibiyayaan ng isinasagawang feeding program ng pamahalaang panlalawigan. Ayon kay Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) head Rowena Joson-Tiongson, layunin ng programa na mapunan ang kakulangan sa nutrisyon ng mga batang mag-aaral at upang mapaunlad ang kalidad ng kanilang kalusugan at gayundin ng kanilang edukasyon. Dagdag pa ni Joson-Tiongson na masusustansyang pag...
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20Feb2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Feb 20 – A military official has cautioned local bets in Regions 1 and 3 against armed groups charging “permit to campaign” fees. “These groups who claim to have control over some areas are just extortionists trying to take advantage of political candidates,” said Brigadier General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr., commander of the Philippine Army’s 7th Infantry Division. “For the record, no barangay in our jurisdiction are influenced by them.” Catapang al...
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20Feb2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, February 21 (PIA) -- Thousands of jobs will be opened in Bataan with the bill that will maximize the use of an underutilized land in Limay town and convert it into an “integrated investment hub” for energy-related businesses. The Senate has already adopted the version of 2nd District Representative Albert Garcia’s House Bill 5789 which is considered enrolled for signing of President Aquino. It seeks to maximize the use of a 530-hectare land in Lamao, Limay whic...
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20Feb2013CAMP ALEJO SANTOS, Lungsod ng Malolos, Bulacan, Peb 20 (PIA) -- Anim katao ang natimbog sa magkakahiwalay na drug operations ng mga tauhan ng Bulacan Police Provincial Ofice kamakailan. Ayon kay Provincial Director P/Sr. Supt. Joel Sabio Orduña, dalawang suspek mula sa Brgy. Muzon sa lungsod ng San Jose del Monte ang naaktuhan ng mga barangay tanod na may dalang shabu. Sa Lungsod ng Meycauayan, dalawang kalalakihan din na nakamotorsiklo ang nahuli ng mga otoridad sa isang Comelec checkpoint n...
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20Feb2013CLARK FREEPORT, Feb.20 (PIA) -- Emirates, one of the world’s fastest growing airlines, has announced that it will have daily, non-stop flights to Clark International Airport beginning October 1. The Dubai carrier has been operating flights to Manila since 1990 and, due to the demand, has continued to increase its flight frequency on the route to its current triple daily, non-stop service. Clark International Airport is located in the province of Pampanga in Central Luzon, which is 80 kilome...
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20Feb2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Peb 20 (PIA) -- Binalaan ng 7th Infantry Division (7ID) ng Philippine Army ang mga lokal na kandidato sa area of responsibility nito sa Rehiyon Uno at Tres laban sa mga armadong grupo na naniningil ng “permit to campaign” fees. Sa isang pahayag, iginiit ni 7ID commander Brigadier General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. na ang mga grupong ito na nagsasabing may kontrol sila sa ilang lugar ay mga extortionists lamang. For the record aniya ay walang barangay sa kanilang...
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19Feb2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Feb. 19 (PIA) -- Artists from Central Luzon bagged for the second consecutive year the top prize of the 2013 Philippine Visual Arts Festival (PVAF) painting competition with their entry entitled, “Peaceful Flow.” The winning team was composed of Kapampangans Don Reich De Dios and Arnel Garcia, and Bulakenyos Rex Tatlonghari, Mark Villanueva, and Belmore Esguerra. They took home P10,000 and a certificate. De Dios explained that their work, measuring 3 feet x 5 feet w...
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19Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, February 19 (PIA) -- The partnership with the private sector has invigorated the “ Adopt-an-Estero” program of the Manila Bay Rehabilitation Project in Central Luzon. “Private industries adopted creeks and rivers where they initiated various activities to clean up these bodies of water” DENR Regional Director Maximo Dichoso said. In Pampanga, Coca-Cola Bottlers Inc. conducted two clean-up drives of the Saguin Creek in the City of San Fernando while San...
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19Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga Feb.19 (PIA) -- Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Kim Jacinto-Henares called on Central Luzon residents to file their income tax returns correctly and ahead of the deadline. In an interview during the launch of the 2013 Regional Tax Campaign at SM Pampanga, Jacinto-Henares said “paying taxes is an obligation of every working Filipino. Come April 15, the annual income tax return filing is for self-employed, individuals earning purely compensation inco...
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19Feb2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Feb 19 (PIA) -- Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has begun various projects that will revive marine life in the Manila Bay area. In Central Luzon, BFAR Regional Director Remedios Ongtangco disclosed, “Around 1,351,300 propagules had been planted in 14 mangrove reforestation areas of Paombong, Obando, Meycuayan, and Bulakan in Bulacan; Sasmuan, Lubao, Minalin, and Masantol in Pampanga; and Abucay, Orion, Orani, Samal, Limay, and Balanga Cit...
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19Feb2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Feb.19 (PIA) -- United States-based World Medical Relief Inc. (WMRI) recently turned-over around P20 million worth of medical equipment for the Rafael Lazatin Memorial Medical Center (RLMMC). Donations included dialysis units, operating tables, dental chairs, cardiac monitor, incubators, and ventilators. Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan expressed his gratitude over the donations, saying he was overwhelmed by the contributions of the WMRI that will surely help the city in improvi...
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19Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb. 19 (PIA) -- Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has begun the relocation of informal settlers that reside within the three-kilometer radius of bodies of water surrounding the Manila Bay area. DPWH Regional Director Antonio Molano said “our office has accounted for 1,734 informal settlers relocated in Nueva Ecija, 428 to Tarlac, and 346 to Pampanga.” About 230 baklad and fishpens were demolished in coastal towns in Pampanga while 12 ille...
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19Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 19 (PIA) -- Opisyal nang simulan ng Bulacan State University (BulSU) ang isang taong padiriwang nito ng ika-150 anibersaryo ng kapanganakan ni Gat. Andres Bonifacio. Ang okasyon ay dinaluhan ni Senador Antonio Trillanes IV bilang panauhing pandangal at sa kanyang talumpati, sinabi niya na hindi lamang talino at pagmamahal sa bayan ang ipinairal ni Bonifacio upang ipaglaban ang kalayaan ng Pilipinas kundi ang kanyang tibay ng loob at tapang na tumayo sa ngalan n...
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19Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Feb 19 (PIA) -- Libo-libong Bulakenyo at mga tiga ibang lalawigan sa Gitnang Luzon ang lumahok sa isinagawang PhilHealth Nationwide Run 2013 sa lungsod ng Malolos nitong Linggo. Ang aktibidad, na isinagawa rin sa Clark Freeport at 16 na iba pang lugar sa buong kapuluan, ay naglalayong makalikom ng pondo para sa pagsusulong ng mainam na kalusugan ng mga inang nagbubuntis at kanilang mga sanggol. Hangad nito na mabawasan ang bilang ng mga inang namamatay dahil sa pan...
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18Feb2013A 73-year old doctor-painter is raising funds to help renovate the Betis church in Guagua town and for it to have its own bamboo pipe organ through an exhibit where proceeds from the sale of her works will be donated. The first exhibit of Dra. Miguela Ticzon-Santiago or more popularly known as “Doc Leleng” are on display from February 14 until 19 at SM Pampanga Annex 3 featuring more than 70 paintings of mostly flower subject, and medium used is of oil on canvass. The works are priced P2,...
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18Feb2013LUBAO, Pampanga, Feb.18 (PIA) -- A hundred and thirty-four Kapampangan pregnant women underwent free prenatal checkup at the Escolastica Romero District Hospital (ERDH) in Lubao town. The event is part of the ongoing Buntis Checkup program of the Capitol in line with its mission to eliminate maternal deaths in the province. ERDH records show majority of the expectant mothers were from Sta. Ana town brought and assisted by their respective barangay health workers. Others were walk-in patients f...
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18Feb2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Feb.18 (PIA) -- A Subic Bay Freeport-based mall will hold a futsal clinic for children aged 6 to 12 years old in an effort to give Filipinos a chance to experience topnotch training of the world’s most popular sport. “The twice-a-week sports clinic, which is slated from March 5 to April 4, will be done in partnership with Lighthouse Amihan Football Club,” said Harbor Point marketing manager Argee Gomez. Futsal is a Five versus Five indoor variant of football that help...
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18Feb2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Feb.18 (PIA) -- Angeles government has inked a memorandum of agreement with Department of Science and Technology (DOST) for the installation of an automatic rain gauge (ARG) that will help the city in its disaster preparedness capabilities. “The gauge will serve as an early warning device that can aid in the evacuation of residents," explained DOST Pampanga Director Mary Michelle Quiambao. Quiambao added, “Since Angeles is in a favorable location, it will be easie...
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18Feb2013SAN MANUEL, Tarlac, Feb.18 (PIA) -- The health conditions of residents in the area are now assured of with the opening of a rural health unit and a birthing home with officials from the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) and municipal government of San Manuel in attendance. These were built from funds coming the Performance Challenge Fund (PCF). “PCF is conferred to Seal of Good Housekeeping (SGH) honorees wherein chosen local government units (LGUs) each receive P7 million (f...
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18Feb2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, Feb.18 (PIA) -- Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) has opened its $3-million worth of new state-of-the-art facilities in Nueva Ecija made possible via a grant from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (Koica). The recently inaugurated facilities in Barangay Joson, Carranglan town consists of a bull farm, semen-processing center, and cryobanking revealed Libertado Cruz, the Center's director. The grant was made possible under the project, “Enhancing Liv...
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18Feb2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, Peb 18 (PIA) -- Bukas na ang tatlong milyong dolyar na bagong state-of-the-art facilities ng Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) sa Nueva Ecija na pinondohan ng grant mula sa Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). Inilahad ni PCC Executive Director Libertado Cruz na ang mga naturang pasilidad sa barangay Joson, bayan ng Carranglan ay binubuo ng national bull farm, semen-processing center, at cryobanking. Naging posible ang grant sa ilalim ng proyektong ...
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18Feb2013SAN MANUEL, Tarlac, Peb 18 (PIA) -- Binuksan kamakailan ng mga opisyal ng Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) at pamahalaang bayan ng San Manuel ang isang Rural Health Unit (RHU) building at Birthing Home na pinondohan ng Performance Challenge Fund (PCF). Ayon kay DILG Regional Director Florida Dijan, ang PCF ay iginagawad sa mga local government units (LGUs) na pinagkalooban ng Seal of Good Housekeeping (SGH). Sa ilalim ng Fund, binibigyan ang mga mapipiling LGUs ng tig-pitong ...
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17Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb.17 (PIA) -- Bolstered by its exemplary performance and a record of landmark legislations, the City Council of San Fernando has been adjudged “Most Outstanding Sangguniang Panlungsod” at the provincial and regional levels for the third time in a row. Headed by Vice Mayor Edwin Santiago, the Sanggunian has now won the award for the years 2006, 2009, and 2012 under a merits program of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the Philippine ...
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16Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb. 16 -- Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has reiterated its call to all local candidates in Central Luzon to abide by its rules on use of posters as the campaign period for local candidates starts on March 30. “Under Republic Act No. 9006 otherwise known as the Fair Elections Act, candidates with political parties can have 12x16 feet posters while 4x 6 feet is allowed for independent candidates” COMELEC Regional Director Rafael Olaño said. Political p...
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16Feb2013Thirty grade school students of the Dolores Elementary School in the City of San Fernando now form the Rondangklung Ensemble. Rondangklung is coined from the words rondalla and angklung. The angklung is an ethnic Indonesian musical instrument made from bamboo. Two years ago, the school principal, Pia Guiao, wanted an innovative project for the school. She contacted Jay Gopez, a composer and arranger of songs and jingles, who himself was a former teacher. Jay just arrived from Indones...
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16Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb 16 (PIA) -- Commission on Elections (Comelec) will release on February 28 the official voter’s list of all clustered precincts in Central Luzon. Regional Director Rafael Olaño said, “Voters can check their designated polling places in their respective local Comelec offices or via the precinct finder facility of our website- www.comelec.gov.ph” Moreover, Olaño disclosed that each clustered precinct will have a priority lane to service senior citizens,...
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16Feb2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Feb 16 (PIA) -- Around 74 percent of the total 9.7 million population of Central Luzon is now covered by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth). “Pampanga has the biggest number of coverage with 86 percent of total residents followed by Bataan and Tarlac with 82 percent each, Zambales-78 percent, Bulacan-76 percent, Nueva Ecija-59 percent, and Aurora-55 percent,” disclosed PhilHealth Vice President Rodolfo Balog. Balog added, “We are now clo...
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16Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 16 (PIA) -- Maglalaan ang Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) ng 111 milyong piso para sa konstruksyon ng Candaba-San Miguel road project. Sa isang pahayag, sinabi ng ahensiya na ang 2.5 kilometrong kalsada ay magbibigay ng pakinabang sa libu-libong residente ng walong barangay sa bayan ng Candaba sa Pampanga at San Miguel sa Bulacan. Naniniwala naman si Candaba Mayor Jerry Pelayo na ang pagkakumpleto ng proyekto ay magdudulot ng pag-asenso ng merkad...
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15Feb2013BALER, Aurora, Feb.15 (PIA) -- Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), in partnership with the Public Employment Service Offices (PESOs), has recently conducted a series of career-coaching sessions that will help Dilasag and Casiguran town’s public high school seniors in choosing the right course after finishing secondary. DOLE Regional Information officer Jerry Borja said 434 students who participated in sessions came from Casiguran National High School, Mount Carmel College-Casiguran, D...
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15Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 15 (PIA) -- Inaprubahan na ng Sectoral Committee on Infrastructure Development (SCID) at Special Committee on Tourism (SCOT) ng Regional Development Council ang dalawang bilyong pisong Central Bulacan Tourism Loop Project. Sinabi ni Bulacan Governor at SCID Chair Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado na ang proyekto, na isasakatuparan sa pamamagitan ng tourism convergence program ng Department of Public Works and Highways at Department of Tourism, ay binubuo ng pagsasayos ng 2...
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14Feb2013CLARK FREEPORT, Feb.14 (PIA) -- A pioneering investors group has lauded the efforts of Clark Development Corporation (CDC) President Arthur Tugade to rid the Freeport of red tape and other inconveniences relating to government requirements. “We wish to express our gratitude for your quick response to our proposition regarding the yearly renewal of our Certificate of Registration and tax exemption now extended and given a validity of three years,” Clark Investors and Locators Association (C...
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14Feb2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Feb 14 (PIA) -- The Department of Health will inspect and monitor the operation of septic and sludge companies in Central Luzon that contribute to the pollution of the Manila Bay. DOH Environmental Health Coordinator Engr. Manuel Castro said the inspection will be conducted on March 5 – 8 and March 12-15. Aside from the observation of the current practice of septage and sludge collection done by the companies, interviews of their staff and review of th...
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14Feb2013MARIVELES, Bataan, Peb 14 (PIA) -- Iniimbitahan ang mga lokal at banyagang turista sa isang napapanahong pagbisita sa tabing-dagat na bayan ng Mariveles para sa selebrasyon nito ng 68th Liberation Day at Town Fiesta. Sa temang “Ang pangangalaga sa kalikasan ay isang matalinong paghahanda sa ating kinabukasan,” ang kapistahan ay nagsimula Pebrero 1 sa Association of Christian Churches in Mariveles Night na ginanap sa People’s Park at magtatapos naman sa Pebrero 24 sa street dancing, variet...
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14Feb2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Feb.14 (PIA) -- Marine biologists from 10 Southeast Asian countries pooled their expertise in Subic Bay Freeport to establish a network that will effectively deal with the growing incidence of marine mammal stranding in the region. The 1st Southeast Asian Marine Mammal Stranding Network Symposium and Workshop held at Camayan Bay Resort drew 50 marine mammal stranding experts and scientists. The symposium was organized by the Subic-based Ocean Adventure Marine Park, Hong Kon...
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14Feb2013MARIVELES, Bataan, Feb 14 (PIA) -- Foreign and local tourists are invited to a timely exploration in the seaside town of Mariveles as it celebrates a month-long revelry for its 68th Liberation Day and town fiesta. Themed, “Ang pangangalaga sa kalikasan ay isang matalinong paghahanda sa ating kinabukasan (The caring of the environment is a wise way of preparing for our future),” the fiesta kicked off February 1 with the Association of Christian Churches in Mariveles Night at the People’s P...
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14Feb2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Feb 14 (PIA) -- Department of Health (DOH) recorded an 80 percent decrease in dengue cases in Central Luzon from January to the first week of February this year compared to the same period last year. “There were 653 cases this 2013 which is a significant drop from the 3,300 reported cases in 2012,” Center for Health Development 3 (CHD 3) regional epidemiologist Jesse Fantone disclosed. Bulacan posted the most cases during the period with 232; followed by Nueva ...
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14Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 14 (PIA) -- Pangungunahan ng Philippine Red Cross (PRC) ang pagsusulong sa mas malawak na health-related labor market para sa mga registered nurses. Ayon kay PRC Chairman Richard Gordon, kanilang binabalangkas ngayon kung paano sila magiging Barangay Health Worker at maging isang Red Cross Nurse. Dagdag pa ni Gordon na kinakailangang itanim sa isip ng mga nars ang diwa ng bolunterismo sapagkat ang paglilingkod sa bayan ay hindi hanapbuhay, ito’y pagbibigay b...
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14Feb2013BALER, Aurora, Peb. 14 (PIA) -- Nananatiling walang nakalalasong paralytic shellfish o karaniwang kilala sa red tide ang mga lalawigan ng Bulacan, Zambales at Bataan. Ayon sa bulletin ng Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) na inilabas noong ika-anim ng Pebrero, walang nakalalasong red tide ang mga baybaying tubig ng Bulacan sa Manila Bay, Masinloc Bay sa Zambales at mga baybaying tubig ng Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Balanga, Orani, Abucay at Samal sa Bataan . Sinabi ng BFAR ...
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14Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 14 (PIA) -- Iginiit ng dating kalihim ng Kagawaran ng Turismo na ang wastong implementasyon ng Republic Act 9593 o National Tourism Act of 2009 ang susi upang masigurong may malilikhang trabaho ang industriya. Sa kanyang pagbisita sa Bulacan State University kamakailan, sinabi ni Richard Gordon na binibigayang kapangyarihan ng batas ang estado na magdeklara ng mga Tourism Economic Zone (TEZ) sa mga lugar na may malaking potensiyal. Popondohan ng Tourism Infrast...
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14Feb2013These are the “must –see” festivals in Pampanga which are uniquely Kapampangan in character and rendition. 1. Ibon-Ebun festival - The 6th Ibon Ebun Festival was held February 8-10. The fest is a tribute to the lucrative duck egg industry in Candaba. The wild Philippine duck known as Dumara successfully breeds in the Candaba swamps. The third day saw the Grand Street Dancing Parade, Karerang Itik, Best Dressed Itik Pageant and the Itik Cooking Contest. The first two d...
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14Feb2013PAMPANGA, Feb 14 (PIA) -- No date for Heart’s Day? Don’t worry. You can still be in Love via a Kapampangan Poem Book. Entitled “Pamicalugud” (Love for one another), the book contains over 80 works composed by poet Arturo Tolentino or more popularly known as “ArtDax” each written in Kapampangan and English texts. “Ninu Ica O Irig Cu?” (Who Art Thou, Oh My Love?), Nung Tutu.. (If It Is True..), Caulan Daca, Uman Daca, Samban Daca (Holding You, Kissing You, Loving You), E Dapat ...
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13Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb. 13 (PIA) -- Residents of Northville 14 in San Fernando are expected to benefit from a newly opened rural health center and birthing station in the resettlement community. In a message during its inauguration, Mayor Oscar Rodriguez emphasized the need for such health units in each of San Fernando’s barangays, serving people in the marginalized sector. “Local government units should not only focus on education and infrastructures. We, in the City of San F...
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13Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb. 13 (PIA) -- The Department of Health (DOH) is counting on the recently enforced Sin Tax Law of 2012 to achieve its vision of a tobacco-free Central Luzon. “We aim to be 100 percent smoke-free. It’s possible, as one of the model cities in such undertaking is from here - Balanga City,” DOH Regional Director Leonita Gorgolon said. DOH is coordinating with all local government units for the posting of posters and tarpaulins on the risks of smoking as well...
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13Feb2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Feb. 13 (PIA) -- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has conducted a Continuous Labor Education Seminar (CLES) in Limay town to ensure that only legitimate subcontracting companies will farm out quality services in the province. The orientation, part of the campaign of DOLE Region 3 in promoting industrial peace in Central Luzon, sought to explain DOLE Department Order 18-A or the rules governing the implementation of contracting and subcontracting arrangement...
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13Feb2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Peb 13 (PIA) -- Naglaan ang Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) ng 357 milyong piso ngayong 2013 para paigtingin ang reforestation ng mga denuded areas sa Gitnang Luzon sa ilalim ng National Greening Program (NGP). Ayon kay DENR Regional Executive Director Maximo Dichoso, ang rehiyon ay madalas daanan ng bagyo at makararanas ng tuluy-tuloy na malalakas na pag-ulan ngayon kaya ang masmalawak na forest cover ang pinakamainam na depensa laban r...
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13Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb. 13 (PIA) -- Bulacan, Zambales and Bataan provinces remain free from paralytic shellfish poison or red tide. “The coastal waters of Bulacan in Manila Bay; Masinloc Bay in Zambales and coastal waters of Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Balanga, Orani, Abucay and Samal in Bataan are now free of the toxic red tide,” the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Shellfish Bulletin dated February 6 reported. BFAR said shellfish from the mentioned area...
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13Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb. 13 (PIA) -- Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) have been the leading cause of deaths in Central Luzon since 2006 with an average of 9,000 cases annually, figures from the Health Department show. “CVDs are a group of disorders of the heart and blood vessels which include diseases on coronary heart, cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, rheumatic heart, congenital heart, and deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism,” Center for Health Development (CHD) 3 Nu...
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13Feb2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Peb 13 (PIA) -- Nagsagawa ang Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) ng isang Continuous Labor Education Seminar (CLES) sa bayan ng Limay upang tiyakin na mga lehitimong subcontracting na kompanya lamang ang makapapasok sa Bataan. Ipinaliwanag sa 51 contract at subcontract firms na may mga kasalukuyang proyekto sa Bataan ang DOLE Department Order 18-A bilang bahagi ng malawakang kampanya ng DOLE Region 3 sa pagsusulong ng matiwasay na relasyon sa mga industriya sa...
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13Feb2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Feb.13 (PIA) -- This government and even local governments are serious in addressing environment degradation through the National Greening Program. Here in the Central Luzon, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has allotted P357 million this 2013 to intensify the reforestation of denuded areas in Central Luzon. “The region is vulnerable to strong typhoons and torrential rains and we are bracing for the worse. Increasing our forest cover is ...
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13Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb. 13 (PIA) -- The Regional Anti-Illegal Logging Task Force (AILTF) in Central Luzon confiscated 258,427 board feet of forest contraband and conveyances worth at least P6 million in 2012. “Our reforestation effort is matched with heightened forest protection and vigorous law enforcement to sustain our gains in conserving the environment,” DENR Regional Executive Director and AILTF Chair Maximo Dichoso explained. Four individuals were convicted by local co...
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12Feb2013TARLAC CITY, Feb. 12 (PIA) -- Superbrands Marketing International Inc. (SMI) has named Tarlac Representative Susan Yap as one of the 20 Outstanding Congressmen for 2012. In a statement, SMI President Harry Tambuatco said Yap got the accolade for authoring and co-authoring bills that promotes the welfare of women and children such as Mandatory Immunization for Children, Foster Care Act, Anti-Trafficking Act amendments, Universal Healthcare Coverage, Reproductive Health Act, Kindergarten Educati...
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12Feb2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Peb 12 (PIA) -- Nakatakdang magtayo ng isang 3-in-1 facility na nagkakahalaga ng P46.283 milyon ang Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (RDRRMC) sa loob ng Fort Magsaysay sa Nueva Ecija. Sinabi ni Office of Civil Defense (OCD) regional director at RDRRMC Chair Josefina Timoteo na ang dalawang palapag na gusali ay magsisilbing imbakan ng relief goods, extension work area ng OCD at command center tuwing may kalamidad. Ang 522nd Engineering Combat ...
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12Feb2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Feb. 12 (PIA) -- A P46.283 million three-in-one facility of the Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (RDRRMC) will soon rise inside Fort Magsaysay in Nueva Ecija. “This one unit, two-story edifice will be utilized for the storage of relief goods, an extension work area of the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), and a command center in times of disaster,” OCD regional director and RDRRMC Chair Josefina Timoteo disclosed. The 522nd Engineering Comba...
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11Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb. 11 (PIA) -- The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) here has appealed to midterm election candidates in Central Luzon to not use the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (Pantawid Pamilya) as a vehicle for campaigning. “The program is meant to be a poverty alleviation tool and not as a voter base for any incumbent or appointed official,” DSWD Regional Director Adelina Apostol said. “No politician can delist any family-grantee from Panta...
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11Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb. 11 (PIA) -- The Philippines is close to being rice self-sufficient this year with only two million metric tons needed to produce in order to attain the goal. “The country had accumulated 18 million metric tons of rice in 2012 and for us to declare sufficiency, we need to reach 20 million metric tons this year,” said Department of Agriculture (DA) Regional Executive Director Andrew Villacorta during Monday’s launch of the 2013 National Year of Rice (NYR...
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11Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb. 11 (PIA) -- The Department of Agriculture (DA) urges Central Luzon residents to help attain the government’s goal of rice self-sufficiency this year by eating more vegetables and less rice. “Vegetables can be a filler so our consumption of rice would be lessened. In Asia, Philippines has the lowest intake of veggies compared to other neighboring countries,” said Department of Agriculture (DA) Regional Executive Director Andrew Villacorta during Monday...
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11Feb2013BALER, Aurora, Feb. 11 (PIA) -- National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) on Monday announced that parts of Aurora and Nueva Ecija will experience power interruptions tomorrow, February 12. "All customers of Aurora Electric Cooperative (AURELCO) will be experiencing an 11-hour power outage from 7 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. due to the replacement of selected wood poles and hardware along Bongabon-Baler 69kV transmission line segment," NGCP Northern Luzon Corporate Communication and Public Affairs...
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11Feb2013
Tagalog news: Senado, inaprubahan ang panukalang pag-convert sa Pampanga Agri College bilang State U
LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Peb 11 (PIA) -- Inaprubahan na ng Senado sa ikatlo at huling pagbasa ang panukalang-batas na naglalayong gawing state university ang Pampanga Agricultural College (PAC). Ang panukala ay idadaan na ngayon sa bicameral conference committee upang ipagkasundo ang mga pagkakaiba nito sa bersyon ng Kamara bago ipasa sa tanggapan ng Pangulo upang ganap na maging batas. Ang bersyon sa Kamara ay inakda nila Pampanga 1st district Representative Carmelo Lazatin at Auror... -
11Feb2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Peb 11 (PIA) -- Pinaigting ng Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) ang Regional Anti-Illegal Logging Task Force sa Gitnang Luzon kasabay ng pagpaparami ng mga miyembro nito na makatutulong sa epektibong pagsugpo sa mga illegal logger na sumisira sa mga kabundukan at kapaligiran. Ang naturang hakbang ay susuporta sa Executive Order 23 ng Pangulong Aquino o ang "Declaring a Moratorium on the Cutting and Harvesting of Timber in Natural and Resid...
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11Feb2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Peb 11 (PIA) -- Itatampok sa ika-18 anibersaryo ng Philippine Health Insurance Corporation o PhilHealth ang malawakang fun run. Ayon kay PhilHealth-Gapan Manager Angelito Creentia, may 18 run sites mula sa buong kapuluan ang gagamitin sa sabay sabay na pagtakbo sa ganap na ala-5 ng umaga sa ika-17 ng Pebrero. Samantala may dalawang runsites naman sa Gitnang Luzon na pagdarausan: sa Malolos, Bulacan at Clark, Pampanga. Dagdag pa ni Creentia na ang mga kalal...
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11Feb2013CAMP O’DONNELL, Capas, Tarlac, Feb.11 (PIA) -- There is a new dynamism going on in the army and it has something to do with a shift in the outlook and character of its soldiers to make them more relevant to the times. It is called Army Transformation Roadmap (ATR). “ATR is an 18-year transformation and governance program with the main purpose of transforming the Philippine Army (PA) into a better, more dynamic, more capable, and more professional Army committed to its mandate. It conveys ge...
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11Feb2013TARLAC CITY, Feb. 11 (PIA) – The Provincial government turned over a portion of the former Urquico oval to the Tarlac State University (TSU) with the signing of a deed of donation. The move was a result of the passage of Resolution No. 180-2011 by Sangguniang Panlalawigan which authorized Governor Victor Yap to transfer without cost a 6,808 square meters lot area in favor of TSU. Prior to this, TSU was into an agreement with the provincial government for the use of its property in constructi...
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11Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb.11 (PIA) -- Department of Agriculture (DA) will officially launch today the 2013 National Year of Rice (NYR) in Central Luzon in a ceremony at the Capitol compound, City of San Fernando. DA Regional Executive Director Andrew Villacorta will lead the unveiling of NYR logo, recitation of “Panatang Makapalay” (Pledge of Rice), and releasing of NYR balloons. NYR is a social marketing and advocacy project that enlists the support of producers, farmers, consum...
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11Feb2013CAMP O’DONNELL, Capas, Tarlac, Feb.11 (PIA) -- Tarlac-based Training and Doctrine Command (Tradoc) of the Philippine Army (PA) is currently holding a three-week workshop to revise its curriculum. “The workshop seeks to establish a standard of training and systematic approach for education and training in order to increase Tradoc’s responsiveness essential to the delivery of training excellence,” said Colonel Leouel Santos, director of the Training Development Center (TDC). TDC is a uni...
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11Feb2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Peb 11 (PIA) -- Opisyal nang ilulunsad ngayong araw ng Department of Agriculture (DA) ang 2013 National Year of Rice (NYR) sa Gitnang Luzon sa isang seremonya sa Capitol compound, lungsod ng San Fernando. Pangungunahan ni DA Regional Executive Director Andrew Villacorta ang paglulunsad ng NYR logo, pagsambit ng Panatang Makapalay at pagpapakawala ng mga NYR balloons. Idineklara ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ang 2013 bilang NYR sa bisa ng Proclamation No.494...
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11Feb2013LUNGSOD NG TARLAC, Peb 11 (PIA) -- Itinurn-over na ng pamahalaang panlalawigan ang bahagi ng dating Urquico oval sa Tarlac State University (TSU) sa pamamagitan ng pagpirma ng "deed of donation." Ang hakbang ay resulta ng pagkapasa ng Resolution No. 180-2011 ng Sangguniang Panlalawigan na nagbibigay kapangyarihan kay Governor Victor Yap na ilipat ang 6,808 metro kwadradong lot area sa TSU. Bago ito, may "usufruct agreement" ang TSU sa pamahalaang panlalawigan kung saan ginagamit ang naturang p...
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09Feb2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Peb 9 (PIA) -- Nagsanib pwersa ang pulisya at simbahan upang pag-isahin ang mga kandidato sa eleksyon sa Bataan at pirmahan ang isang kasunduang pangkapayapaan na naglalayong itaguyod ang isang mapayapang halalan sa Mayo. Sa isang misang laan sa pagpirma sa kasunduan, sinabi ni Diocese of Balanga Bishop Ruperto Santos na sa adhikaing paunlarin ang lalawigan, dapat isaisip ng mga kandidato ang tatlong G: glorify God, growth of Bataan at good for our soul. Ani Santos...
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09Feb2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Feb. 9 (PIA) -- Church and police leaders here have partnered in convening election candidates in the province to sign a peace covenant which they said if followed earnestly will bring forth a “very peaceful” election come May. In a mass dedicated for the covenant signing, Diocese of Balanga Bishop Ruperto Santos said that the candidates in the intent of developing the province must bear in mind three Gs: glorify God, growth of Bataan, good for our soul. “All of...
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08Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 8 (PIA) -- Literal nang maidudugtong ang mga lalawigan sa Gitnang Luzon sa pangunahing pier ng bansa, ngayong magsisimula na ang konstruksyon ng isang skyway na magkakabit sa North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) at Manila North Harbor. Sa isinagawang groundbreaking nitong Huwebes, tiniyak ni Public Works and Highways Secretary Rogelio Singson na magiging tuluy-tuloy na ang paggawa nito upang mapabilis ang biyahe ng mga mangangalakal at biyahero. Magsisimula ang proye...
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08Feb2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Pebrero 8 (PIA) -- Lalahukan ng mahigit 800 kandidato sa Nueva Ecija ang sabayang paglakad at pagpirma sa peace covenant na gaganapin sa ika-12 ng Pebrero. Sinabi ni Philippine National Police (PNP) Senior Supt. Crisaldo Nieves, provincial director, na bagama’t kasama ang lalawigan sa watchlist areas na tinukoy ng Commission on Elections, maaari pa ring magkaroon ng maayos, matapat at malinis na halalan rito. Magsisimula ang aktibidad ng 5:30 ng umaga sa...
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08Feb2013BALER, Aurora, Feb. 8 (PIA) -- The public affairs broadcast program of the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) in Aurora made its return to the airwaves last Wednesday. The radio program entitled, “Hatid Batid Mula sa PIA,” airs every Wednesday over Spirit FM of the Catholic Media Network in Baler town from 9 to 9:30 a.m. The livestream can be seen at www.1017spiritfm.com and at Interlink Cable Television Inc. (ICTV) Channel 11. "Hatid Batid’s" pilot episode featured Commission on Elect...
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08Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb. 8 (PIA) -- The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with radio groups in Central Luzon for collaboration during calamities. “We have agreed to work together in providing real time information of disaster occurrences to facilitate decision making and appropriate response action,” NTC Regional Director Azor Sitchon said. Under the MOU, radio groups will be allowed to use NTC’s communication facilit...
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08Feb2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Peb 8 (PIA) -- Pinangunahan ni Philippine National Police Deputy Regional Director for Administration Chief Superintendent Wendy Rosario ang pag-inspeksyon sa mga checkpoint sa Nueva Ecija upang masigurong nasa tamang daloy ito. Kasama ring umikot si Provincial Director Senior Superintendent Crisaldo Nieves sa mga munisipalidad ng Aliaga, Bongabon at Quezon at lungsod ng Palayan. Maliban sa pag-inspeksyon ay binisita din ang ilang police station upang makita...
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08Feb2013BALER, Aurora, Feb. 8 (PIA) -- The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) is urging Aurorans to participate in the Million Volunteer Run Year 2 (MVR 2) this Sunday which will be held simultaneously in several parts of the country. “MVR 2 aims to serve as a driving force in advancing the spirit of volunteerism to address today’s humanitarian challenges. Likewise, it strives to empower the nation against the dangers of disaster by developing the youth and volunteers as humanitarian soldiers,” PRC said ...
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08Feb2013BALER, Aurora, Peb 8 (PIA) -- Inaanyayahan ng Philippine Red Cross (PRC) ang mga tiga-Aurora na makibahagi sa Million Volunteer Run Year 2 (MVR 2) ngayong Linggo na sabayang idaraos sa iba’t ibang lugar sa buong bansa. Sa isang pahayag, sinabi ng PRC na layunin ng MVR 2 na pausbungin ang diwa ng bolunterismo sa mga kabataan upang matugunan ang mga hamong kinakaharap ng sangkatauhan sa kasalukuyan. Hangad din nito na higit na maihanda ang bansa sa panganib na dala ng mga kalamidad sa pamamagi...
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08Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 8 (PIA) -- Inaprubahan na ni Pangulong Aquino ang P325 milyong pondo para sa pagpapatayo ng isang tulay sa Barangay Gatbuca sa bayan ng Calumpit. Sinabi ni Department Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Rogelio Singson na nai-bid na ang proyekto at nakatakda nang simulan sa kalagitnaan ng 2013. Pinaniniwalang ninakaw ang ilang mga steel bars na sumusuporta sa girder o biga ng tulay habang ang iba naman ay kusang nabali dahil sa kalawang. Noong kalagit...
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08Feb2013BALER, Aurora, Peb 8 (PIA) -- Muling sumasahimpapawid ang programang pang-radyo ng Philippine Information Agency (PIA) sa Aurora. Pinamagatan itong “Hatid Batid Mula sa PIA,” ito ay umeere sa himpilan ng radyong Spirit FM ng Catholic Media Network sa bayan ng Baler tuwing Miyerkules mula ika-9 hanggang 9:30 ng umaga. Maaari itong mapakinggan sa pamamagitan ng livestreaming sa www.1017spiritfm.com at ICTV Channel 11. Naging panauhin sa unang palabas ng Hatid Batid si Commission on Election...
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07Feb2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Feb 7 (PIA) -- The provincial government of Bataan has shelled out P4 million to give 21,000 hectares of land to indigenous aetas in different parts of the province, marking a “victorious day” for the natives who have long sought for titled lands. In the recent signing of a memorandum of agreement, Governor Enrique Garcia Jr. said that the total pledge to the Panlalawigang Asosasyon ng mga Ayta sa Bataan (Panabat) was P10 million, and P4.2 million from it will be us...
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07Feb2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Feb. 7 (PIA) -- Holy Angel University (HAU) will confer the Juan D. Nepomuceno Cultural Awards to three Kapampangans- a fashion icon, a woodcarving artist, and a book author during its Founder’s Day celebration on March 8. In a press statement, HAU disclosed that honorees are Patis Tesoro, Willie Layug, and Nina Tomen. Tesoro of Angeles City is a known patron of indigenous fibers particularly the piña which she incorporated with silk that emerged as the fabric of pin...
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07Feb2013BALER, Aurora, Peb 7 (PIA) -- Nakatakdang magtayo ng 1,017 silid-aralan ang Department of Education (DepEd) sa mga pampublikong paaralan sa Gitnang Luzon sa pamamagitan ng Public-Private Partnership for School Infrastructure Project II (PSIP II). Ayon kay DepEd Chief Engineer Oliver Hernandez, ang PSIP II ay isang design-build contract project kung saan mula isa hanggang apat na palapag na gusali ang itatayo at ang bawat silid aralan ay may blackboard, teacher's desk, 45 armchairs at iba pang ...
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07Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 7 (PIA) -- Umabot sa 160 na drayber ng jeepney na miyembro ng Samahan ng Malolos Mambog Bulacan Jeepney Operator Driver Association o MMBJODA ang nabigyan ng libreng salamin sa mata. Nasuri at nabigyan ng salamin ang mga drayber sa isang medical mission ng pamahalaang lungsod. Ang programa ay naglalayong tulungan ang mga nagmamaneho ng mga pampublikong sasakyan na matugunan ang problema sa mata at makatutulong sa pag-iwas sa mga aksidente sa kalsada sanhi ng m...
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07Feb2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Feb 7 (PIA) -- The National Achievement Test (NAT) for elementary and high school students in both public and private schools will be held nationwide in March. The Department of Education administers the NAT annually to determine the students’ academic performance in key subjects. The NAT for fourth year students is on March 6; for Grade 3, on March 12; and for Grade 4, on March 13. Grade 6 NAT examinees will be issued Certificates of Rating per subject a...
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07Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 7 (PIA) -- Naghahanda na ang Commission on Elections (Comelec), Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting at mga katuwang sa pribadong sektor sa gagawing sabayang voters education sa lahat ng barangay sa lalawigan ng Bulacan. Sinabi ni Comelec Provincial Election Supervisor Elmo Duque na magiging malawakan ang gagawing Voters Education ngayong Halalan 2013 upang bigyang diin sa mga rehistradong botante ang kani-kanilang responsibilidad bago, tuwing at pagka...
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07Feb2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Peb 7 (PIA) -- Isinusulong ng isang mataas na opisyal sa bayan ng Orani na palakasin ang kahandaan ng bayan pagdating sa kalamidad sa pamamagitan ng pagpapaigting sa kakayanan ng mga rescuer at pagbili ng karampatang kagamitan. Sa isang earthquake drill kamakailan sa Orani Municipal Hall, sinabi ni Vice Mayor Bong Galicia na sapat ang pondo ng Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council upang bumili ng mga kagamitan at isailalim sa mga pagsasanay ang mga...
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07Feb2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Feb 7 (PIA) -- Kayaking enthusiasts from various provinces went to Subic Bay recently, not to compete, but to learn how their favorite activity could help promote tourism in the Philippines. The course,headed by the Subic-based International School for Sustainable Tourism, consisted of a three-day training on kayak paddling, kayak guiding, and kayak safety with an emphasis on eco-tourism. The course took advantage of the waters of Subic Bay, which varied from placid to ch...
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07Feb2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Feb 7 (PIA) -- A top official in Orani town vowed to pass needed laws and take steps to improve the disaster preparedness and response capability of the town’s rescuers to avert the loss of lives and properties during calamities. During a recent earthquake drill at the Orani Municipal Hall, Vice Mayor Bong Galicia said the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council has enough fund to procure needed equipment and undergo enhancement trainings. What is...
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07Feb2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Peb 7 (PIA) -- Nagkaloob ang pamahalaang panlalawigan ng Bataan ng apat na milyong piso upang patituluhan ang 21,000 ektarya ng lupa para sa mga katutubong Ayta sa iba’t ibang bahagi ng lalawigan. Sa pirmahan kamakailan ng memorandum of agreement, sinabi ni Gobernador Enrique Garcia Jr. na sampung milyong piso ang kabuuang tulong para sa Panlalawigang Asosasyon ng mga Ayta sa Bataan (Panabat) at 4.2 milyong piso dito ay gagamitin upang i-survey at patituluhan ang m...
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07Feb2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Feb 7 (PIA) -- Office of Civil Defense (OCD) in Central Luzon cited the vital role of communication devices in disaster preparedness and response as was experienced during the onslaught of “Pedring” in 2011 and torrential rains brought by the southwest monsoon in 2012. “These devices educate, inform, and empower people to take practical steps to protect themselves from natural hazards,” OCD Central Luzon chief and Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Managem...
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07Feb2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Feb 7 (PIA) -- The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) in Central Luzon underscored the need for government institutions to partner with the private sector in times of calamities. “While the primary responsibility for risk reduction and management as well as response and rehabilitation is vested in government, partnership with the private sector is a must especially today that calamities have become part of our lives” NTC Regional Director Azor Sitcho...
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07Feb2013CAMP ALEJO SANTOS, Lungsod ng Malolos, Bulacan, Peb 7 (PIA) -- Tatlong katao, kabilang ang isang security guard ang inaresto ng mga miyembro ng pulisya sa Bulacan dahil sa “shabu” na may kabuuang halaga na 16 na libong piso. Ang mga nahuli ay isang 33 taong gulang mula sa Bgy. Tigpalas, San Miguel; 37 taong gulang na mula sa Brgy. Poblacion, Pulilan at 27 taong gulang na security guard mula sa Brgy. Matictic, Norzagaray. Ayon kay P/Supt. Miguel Rivero ng San Miguel PNP, naaktuhan ang natu...
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07Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 7 (PIA) -- Nagbukas ng pinto ng kaunlaran sa San Rafael ang tuluyang pagkakumpleto sa 3rd Bulacan Circumferential Road na nagdurugtong sa mga bayan sa tersera distrito ng lalawigan sa Kamaynilaan. Ayon kay Mayor Lorna Silverio, nagbigay daan ang naturang proyekto sa may 500 milyong pisong halaga ng bagong pamumuhunan mula sa sektor ng Business Process Outsourcing, agrikultura, processing industry at maging sa turismo. May kabuuang 1.10 bilyong piso ang 85.5 kil...
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07Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb. 7 (PIA) -- Nakuha ng Bulacan ang pitong awards para sa mga programang pangkalusugan sa katatapos na Central Luzon Excellence Award for Health na ginanap sa Holiday Inn, Clark Freeport kamakailan. Nagwagi ang pamahalaang lalawigan ng parangal sa kategoryang Health Governance Stewards para sa Health Emergency Response nito. Ayon kay Provincial Health Officer Jocelyn Gomez, kinilala ang probinsya para sa mahusay na pagresponde sa nagdaang Habagat at bagyong Gen...
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06Feb2013CONCEPCION, Tarlac, Feb. 6 (PIA) -- Around 400 Tarlac residents benefited from the recent medical and dental mission organized by the Philippine Army’s 3rd Mechanized Infantry Battalion (3MIB) and partner institutions in Barangay San Jose, Concepcion town. “This undertaking seeks to show the true spirit of 'Bayanihan (brotherhood)' where different stakeholders work together to help people who are in need” 3MIB commander Lt. Col. Ernesto Torres Jr. said. Among those who collaborated with ...
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06Feb2013FORT RAMON MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Feb 6 (PIA) -- The 7th Infantry Division (7ID) of the Philippine Army and the Nueva Ecija Provincial Police Office (Neppo) have seized several loose firearms and ammunition during a joint operation held recently in Sitio Dipaan in Barangay General Luna, Carranglan town. Items confiscated include one Cal .22 revolver, one pistol type grenade launcher, one silencer for 9mm pistol, assorted live ammunitions for grenade launcher, M16 rifle, 9mm pistol and Cal .45 ...
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06Feb2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Feb. 6 (PIA) -- The Department of Education (DepEd),under the Public-Private Partnership for School Infrastructure Project II (PSIP II), will be constructing 1,017 more classrooms in state-owned schools in Central Luzon. The PSIP aims to wipe out the 66,800 classroom backlog across the archipelago. “PSIP II is a design-build-contract project where single to four-storey school edifices will be built with each classroom having blackboards, teachers desks, 45 armcha...
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06Feb2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Feb.6 (PIA) -- Tax collection agencies in Subic Freeport have turned over to the national treasury a total of P7.62 billion in taxes collected from January to December 2012. Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) chairman and administrator Roberto Garcia said the amount was derived from taxes collected by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and the Bureau of Customs (BOC). Garcia said the combined collection of BIR and BOC has consistently increased in the last four yea...
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06Feb2013SAN FERNANDOCITY, Pampanga, Feb. 6 (PIA) -- Officials of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) have expressed alarm over the proliferation of an invasive species of turtle that now threaten Central Luzon’s local fish population and other aquatic animals. A growing population of the Chinese softshell turtle, with scientific name Pelodiscus sinensis, prompted DENR to create a task force that will look into the animal’s distribution, feeding habits, and reproductive chara...
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06Feb2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Feb. 6 (PIA) -- Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) will release this month P72 million in revenue shares to seven municipalities and one city located near the Freeport. SBMA chairman and administrator Roberto Garcia said the funds to be given were derived from two percent of the corporate taxes paid by registered Subic Freeport enterprises from June to December 2012. Since August 2010, the SBMA has been implementing a new tax collection scheme wherein it began direct...
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06Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 6 (PIA) -- May 1,500 Bulakenyo ang sama-samang nanalangin kahapon para sa kaligtasan at kaunlaran ng lalawigan. Tinaguriang “Bulacan Day of Prayer 2” ito at nilahukan ng mga pinuno at mananampalataya ng iba’t ibang relihiyon. Sinabi ng chaplain ng kapitolyo na si Fr. Renato Brion sa kanyang homily na baggamat iba’t iba ang relihiyon ng mga Bulakenyo ay may isang bagay na siguradong pare-pareho sila, yun ay ang panalangin Sinabi naman ng ni Bro. Eddie ...
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06Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Peb 6 (PIA) -- Ginawaran ng Special Citation at ranggong Knights Grand Commander ng Order of the Knights of Rizal si dating National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) Executive Director Benito Ramos sa isang seremonya sa Bulacan dahil sa mga hindi matatawarang repormang isinulong niya. Ayon kay Knights of Rizal Supreme Commander Regis Romero, nagdesisyon ang samahan na gawaran ng ganito kataas na parangal si Ramos dahil naging epektibo ang pamahalaan na...
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06Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Peb 6 (PIA) -- Ginawaran ng ranggong 4th degree ng Order of the Knight Grand Officer of Rizal (KGOR) si Bulacan Governor Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado dahil sa natatangi nitong kontribusyon at ‘di matatawarang paninindigan upang palawigin ang pagkilala sa pambansang bayaning si Jose Rizal. Sa mensahe ng gobernador, sinabi nitong isang pribilehiyo na mabigyan ng pagkakataong mapabilang sa mga ginawaran ng naturang pagkilala tulad nina Pangulong Benigno Aquino III at dating Pangulo...
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06Feb2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Feb. 6 (PIA) -- The 7th Infantry Division (7ID) of the Philippine Army has opened its Inter-Post Unit Sports Fest as part of the sidelines of the Philippine Army’s 116th anniversary in March. The activity was initiated by Division Special Service Office and is participated in by the General, technical and special staffs, posts and tenant units inside Fort Magsaysay. Participants are divided into eight teams: yellow, blue, red, black, violet, green, red-black an...
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05Feb2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Feb.5 (PIA) -- Living up to its reputation as the “rice granary” of the nation, Central Luzon has obtained a 138-percent sufficiency level last year despite being devastated by torrential rains brought by the southwest monsoon. Agriculture Regional Executive Director Andrew Villacorta said, “For the two cropping seasons, Central Luzon was able to produce 3,220,607 metric tons (MT) of rice out of the 675,781 hectares area harvested, attaining an average yield o...
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05Feb2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Peb 5 (PIA) -- Nakapagtala ang Gitnang Luzon ng 138 porsyentong "rice sufficiency level" noong nakaraang taon kahit pa sinalanta ito ng matinding pag-ulan dulot ng Habagat. Sinabi ni Department of Agriculture Regional Executive Director Andrew Villacorta na umabot sa 3,220,607 metriko toneladang palay mula sa 675,781 ektarya ang naani, kung saan ang average yield ay 4.77 metriko tonelada kada ektarya. Dagdag pa ni Villacorta na ang produksyon noong 2012 ay 23...
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04Feb2013TARLAC CITY, Feb. 4 (PIA) -- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has inked a Voluntary Code of Good Practices (VCGP) with the Tarlac Educational Institution Peace Council (TEIPC) and Tarlac Construction Industry Tripartite Council (TC-ITC) to maintain industrial peace in President Aquino’s home province. "The signing of the VCGP aims to foster a proactive approach in ensuring voluntary compliance with the General Labor Standards and Occupational Safety and Health Standards. Accordin...
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04Feb2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Feb.4 (PIA) -- Philippine National Police (PNP) Provincial Police Office will be installing a “neighborhood watch” in every community in Pampanga to help curb criminality. In a message during a dialogue with the Federation of Homeowners Associations here, Police Director PSSupt. R’win Pagkalinawan said, “Peace and order is not the sole responsibility of the PNP and the local government units but of the entire community.” “Everyone should guard one anoth...
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04Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb. 4 (PIA) -- Programs on health, disaster management, and dengue pursued by the city government of San Fernando were recognized by the Department of Health (DOH) during the recent Central Luzon Health Excellence Awards. Mayor Oscar Rodriguez received two major awards, namely, “Best Effort for Health and Practice,” and “Dengue Control and Prevention Award” during ceremonies held at the Holiday Inn Clark. In a message, Rodriguez emphasized the value of ...
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04Feb2013STO. TOMAS, Pampanga, Feb.4 (PIA) -- Quality and affordable tertiary education becomes more accessible to residents of Pampanga’s 4th congressional district with the opening of a satellite campus of Don Honorio Ventura Technological State University (DHVTSU) in Barangay Moras dela Paz in Sto Tomas town this coming June. “The provincial government allotted P17 million for the conversion of the former Department of Health facility into school buildings while P5 million was used for site devel...
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04Feb2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, Feb.4 (PIA) -- Increased tie-ups with international firms are expected with the conferment of two engineers from the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) as new members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Engineering Register (AER). PhilRice Director for Administration Caesar Joventino Tado and consultant Alexis Belonio were granted membership for their contributions in the improvement of people`s quality of life. Established in 2001, AER ...
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04Feb2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, Feb.4 (PIA) -- The Philippine Scientific Career Council (PSCC) recently conferred the Scientist I rank to Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) root expert Roel Suralta. The rank was given to Suralta for publishing eight papers in the Institute for Scientific Information (ISI)-indexed plant science journals and paper presentations in international and local scientific conferences. His papers highlight adaptive root system developmental responses (roo...
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04Feb2013LUNGSOD NG TARLAC, Peb 4 (PIA) -- Pumirma kamakailan ang Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) ng Voluntary Code of Good Practices (VCGP) sa Tarlac Educational Institution Peace Council (TEIPC) at Tarlac Construction Industry Tripartite Council (TC-ITC) sa hangaring mapanatili ang pang-industriyang kapayapaan Tarlac. Sa kanyang mensahe, sinabi ni DOLE Regional Director Raymundo Agravante na ang collaborative signing ng VCGP ay naglalayong tiyakin ang voluntary compliance ng lahat ng mga kum...
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04Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Pebrero 4 (PIA) -- Kabilang ang lalawigan ng Bulacan sa mga napiling venue ng “Sayaw Pinoy” ng Philippine Arts Festival 2013. Pangungunahan ito ng Halili-Cruz Ballet Company, Sinukwan Kapampangan, Next 2 Innocence, Wika, Sining Bulakenyo, Bulacan State University Ballroom Company, Iba National High School Dance Troupe, San Pedro High School Dance Troupe at Bulacan State University Lahing Kayumanggi Dance Troupe. Kapwa pinondohan ng National Commission for Cul...
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03Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 3 (PIA) -- Nakatakdang magsagawa ang pamahalaang panlalawigan ng Bulacan ng isang maikling programa ngayong araw bilang pagkilala sa mga gawa at kontribusyon ni dating Senate President Blas Ople sa harap mismo ng gusaling ipinangalan sa kanya para sa ika-86 taon ng araw kanyang kapanganakan. Pangungunahan nila Gobernador Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado, Bokal Toti Ople at iba pang miyembro ng pamilya Ople ang pag-aalay ng bulaklak sa bantayog nito. Ayon kay Alvarado, m...
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01Feb2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Feb.1 (PIA) -- Mining companies in Central Luzon were able to meet 93.5 percent (935.49 hectares out of 1,000 hectares) of their combined tree planting target under the National Greening Program (NGP) in 2012. Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) Regional Director Danilo Uykieng said the five best performing NGP implementers last year were Benguet Corporation Nickel Mines in Candelaria, Zambales; Filipinas Mining with its contractor LnL Archipelago Mining Inc. in S...
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02Feb2013BALER, Aurora, Peb. 2 (PIA) -- Nananatiling walang nakalalasong paralytic shellfish o karaniwang kilala sa red tide ang mga lalawigan ng Bulacan, Zambales at Bataan. Ayon sa bulletin ng Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) na inilabas noong ika-23 ng Enero, walang nakalalasong red tide ang mga baybaying tubig ng Bulacan sa Manila Bay, Masinloc Bay sa Zambales at mga baybaying tubig ng Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Balanga, Orani, Abucay at Samal sa Bataan . Sinabi ng BFAR na an...
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01Feb2013IBA, Zambales, Feb.1 (PIA) -- Zambales Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (Penro) and 7th Infantry Division (7ID) of the Philippine Army seized around P50,000-worth of illegally cut quality wood (tanguile) during a recent joint operation in Barangay San Lorenzo, Masinloc town. In a statement, 7ID commander Brigadier General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. commended Penro and the 24th Infantry Battalion for successfully promoting environmental protection and preservation. Catapang sa...
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01Feb2013BACOLOR, Pampanga, Feb.1 (PIA) -- Ricardo P. Rodriguez Memorial Hospital-Annex (RPRMH-Annex) in Bacolor town conducted on Wednesday an earthquake and fire drill to better equip its employees on what to do during calamities. “Employees took part in the exercise which covered six stages namely alarm, response (duck, cover, and hold), evacuation, assembly or head counting, incident command system, and mass casualty handling,” Michael Dumlao of the Office of Civil Defense - 3 said. Dumlao add...
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01Feb2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Peb 1 (PIA) -- Pangungunahan ni Senador Antonio Trillanes IV ang paglulunsad ng isang taong pagdiriwang ng ika-150 kaarawan ni Gat Andres Bonifacio sa Bulacan State University (BulSU) sa ika-15 ng Pebrero. Ito ay dadaluhan ng iba’t ibang sektor sa lalawigan kabilang na ang mga guro at historyador. Sinabi ng dekano ng Kolehiyo ng Araling Panlipunan at Pilosopiya sa BulSU na si Reynaldo Naguit na layunin ng inisyatibong ito na bigyang diin kung ano ba ang kahulugan...
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01Feb2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Feb.1 (PIA) -- Subic Bay will again host a prestigious international regatta this year that is expected to gather the best sailors and boost tourism in the Freeport. Subic Bay to Boracay Race is slated from February 15-22 and coincides with the Boracay Cup Regatta. The Saturday Afternoon Gentlemen Sailing (SAGS) group based at The Lighthouse Marina Resort in Subic and the Boracay Cup Organizing Committee jointly organizes the two events. These are acclaimed as among the b...
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01Feb2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Peb 1 (PIA) -- Nakamit ng mga kumpanya ng pagmimina sa Gitnang Luzon ang 93.5 porsyento o 935.49 sa 1,000 ektarya ng kanilang pinagsamang target sa ilalim ng National Greening Program (NGP) noong 2012. Inilahad ni Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) Regional Director Danilo Uykieng na ang limang pinakamahuhusay na nagpatupad ng NGP noong nakaraang taon ay ang Benguet Corporation Nickel Mines sa Candelaria, Zambales; Filipinas Mining kasama ang contractor nito n...
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01Feb2013CLARK FREEPORT, Feb 1 (PIA) -- Recognizing the role of health partners on the delivery of efficient, effective and quality health care to the people in the region, the health department came up with the first-ever Central Luzon Excellence Awards for Health (CLExAH) 2012 at the Holiday Inn Hotel in Clark Freeport. “CLExAH aims to give recognition to our partners in health for their outstanding performances and significant contributions towards the attainment of Kalusugan Pangkalahatan (KP),”...
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31Jan2013Usbong na usbong ang tagumpay ng Garden City, isang kooperatiba, nagsusulong ng wastong paraan sa pagnenegosyo ng halaman sa pagpapalago ng industriya ng paghahalaman sa bayan ng Guguinto sa Bulacan. Pagpasok pa lamang ng North Luzon Expressway sa bahagi ng Tabang Toll Plaza, kitang-kita na ang pruweba. “Payak lamang ang naging pagsisimula ng aming grupo. Noong wala pang kooperatiba, kanya-kanya ang mga may-ari ng garden dito. Kaya noong 2000, inorganize ni dating alkalde Boy Cruz ang mga ...
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31Jan2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Enero 31 (PIA) -- Nakapagtala ang Philippine National Police (PNP) Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) ng kabuuang 22,498 krimen sa Gitnang Luzon noong 2012, mas mababa ng 35 porsyento kumpara sa 35,979 na naitala noong 2011. Inilahad ni Chief Supt. Edgardo Ladao, PNP regional director, na 12,025 ng mga naiulat na krimen ay mga index crimes habang ang nalalabing 10,473 ay mga non-index crimes. Kabilang sa mga tinatawag na index crime sang theft, physical injuries...
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31Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan. 31 (PIA) -- The Philippine National Police - Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) recorded a 35 percent decrease in Central Luzon's crime rate in 2012 compared with 2011. "In 2012, total number of crimes numbered 22,498 which is a significant drop from the reported 35,979 crimes in 2011," said Chief Supt. Edgardo Ladao, PNP regional director He added, “Index crimes numbered 12,025 while 10,473 were non-index.” Index crimes include crimes against persons and p...
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31Jan2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Jan. 31 (PIA) -- A company based in Subic Bay Freeport is gearing up to become a leading player in the country’s renewable energy program after receiving accreditation from the Department of Energy (DOE). Bandacorp Solar Inc. was granted DOE accreditation which entitles it to avail of incentives such as zero-percent value added tax rate, tax and duty-free importation of components, parts and materials and income tax holidays. The accreditation, valid for three years, wa...
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31Jan2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUÑOZ, Nueva Ecija, Jan. 31 (PIA) -- The Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) takes innovative actions to deliberately address climate change as the lead agency for livestock biotechnology. Eric Palacpac, PCC National Research and Development coordinator, presented these techniques during the Consultative Workshop on Mainstreaming Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Initiative in Agriculture (AMIA) at the Department of Agriculture. In his presentation entitled “PCC...
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30Jan2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Enero 30 (PIA) -- Mahigit 185 magsasaka sa lalawigan ng Nueva Ecija ang tiyak na ang proteksyon sa ilalim ng Social Security System (SSS). Ito ay matapos lumagda sa kasunduan ni SSS Senior Vice President for Luzon Operations Jose Bautista at Deep Well Sumulong Irrigators Association (DWSIA) President Max Hernal na pagtibayin ang seguridad para sa mga magsasaka. Ani Bautista, mahalaga ang papel ng mga magsasaka sa pag-unlad ng bansa kaya dapat silang bigyan...
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30Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 30 (PIA) -- Patuloy ang isinasagawang surgical at medical mission ng mga doktor mula Amerika para sa mga Bulakenyo. Ang limang araw na gamutan na nagsimula noong Lunes ay isinasagawa sa Bulacan Medical Center sa pangunguna ng Philippine Medical Association (PMA) Medical Mission Foundation (MMF) of Greater St. Loius, Missouri, United States of America at ng lokal na pamahalaan. Sinabi ni Bulacan Governor Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado na mayroong 50 doktor na nagbibig...
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30Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan. 30 (PIA) -- Kapampangan businessman Manuel V. Pangilinan (MVP) will turnover on February 12 a P750,000 worth classroom that he funded at Sampaga Elementary School in Apalit town. “The classroom is around 170 square meters and is ready to accommodate pupils beginning school year 2013-2014,” said Manny So of People Power Volunteers for Reform - Angeles City which identified the school-beneficiary for the project. He added that aside from the construction ...
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30Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan. 30 (PIA) -- The provinces of Bulacan, Zambales and Bataan remain free from paralytic shellfish poison, commonly known as red tide. “The coastal waters of Bulacan in Manila Bay, Masinloc Bay in Zambales and coastal waters of Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Balanga, Orani, Abucay and Samal in Bataan are now free of the toxic red tide,” the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) shellfish bulletin dated January 23 reported. BFAR said shellfish ...
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30Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan. 30 (PIA) -- Elements of the Philippine National Police (PNP) on Friday nabbed a person who is on Ilocos Region’s most wanted list for rape charges during an operation in Meycauayan City, Bulacan. “The arrest was ordered by Judge Isidro Pobre of Regional Trial Court Branch 18 in Batac, Ilocos Norte on June 28, 2012 and was later implemented by the joint forces of the Ilocos Sur, Meycauayan and Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija police,” the Police Regional Office ...
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30Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan. 30 (PIA) -- The National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) has called off the scheduled power interruption in some parts of Nueva Ecija and Aurora tomorrow. "The planned 11-hour power outage for customers of Aurora Electric Cooperative was meant for the replacement of selected wood poles and hardware along the Bongabon-Baler 69kV transmission line segment while customers of Nueva Ecija II Electric Cooperative Inc. (NEECO) Area 1-Talavera Substation and NE...
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30Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 30 (PIA) -- Nais ng administrasyong Aquino na mapasimulan ngayong taon ang pagpapalit ng Plaridel Bypass road mula sa pagiging isang pangunahing kalsada tungo sa isang toll road sa pamamagitan ng isang public-private partnership (PPP) sang-ayon sa probisyon ng Built-Operate-Transfer Law. Sabi ng PPP Center, ang konbersyon ay binubuo ng pagpapalawak ng kalsada, konstruksyon ng mga karagdagang interchanges, flyovers, toll plazas at iba pa. Kasalukuyang ginagawa...
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30Jan2013CITY OF MALOLOS, Bulacan, Jan. 30 (PIA) -- Fifty doctors from the United States of America are now conducting a surgical and medical mission at the Bulacan Medical Center. Sponsored by the Philippine Medical Association (PMA) Medical Mission Foundation (MMF) of Greater St. Loius, Missouri and the Bulacan provincial government, the five-day joint project which started last Monday provides free surgery, urology, anesthesia, diabetes and hypertension screening, dental, ophthalmology, plastic surge...
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30Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan. 30 (PIA) -- Thirty members of the Emergency Medical Service (EMS) from San Fernando have completed training on basic life support, advance cardiac life support, incident command system and emergency medical services. City Mayor Oscar Rodriguez congratulated the trainees during their graduation rites at Heroes Hall. With the goal of “zero casualty,” the graduates are expected to respond immediately to emergency situations and the city government who spon...
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30Jan2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUÑOZ, Nueva Ecija, Jan. 30 (PIA) -- The Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) together with the Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) has turned over P1.1-million worth of equipment to the Nueva Ecija Federation of Dairy Carabaos Cooperative (NEFEDCCO). The equipment was turned over last week in a ceremony at the NEFEDCCO processing plant in Barangay San Ricardo in Talavera town with KOICA resident representative Kim Jinoh and PCC Deputy Director Felomino Mamuad in attend...
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29Jan2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Jan 29 (PIA) -- The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) has posted a record profit of P789 million last year. This is a drastic turnaround the 20-year old agency's P1.2 billion loss in 2011. Roberto Garcia, SBMA chairman and administrator, said the turnaround was due to increased revenues, reduced operating expenses and a favorable exchange rate. The revenue increase of 16 percent versus 2011 was brought about by major projects in seaport operations such as the Vale ...
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29Jan2013PANIQUI, Tarlac, Jan. 29 (PIA) -- Local volunteers in Barangay Canan in Paniqui town started constructing last Saturday a basketball court they call a “Court of Inspiration.” “The building of the basketball court is in line with the Galing Mo! Campaign. It is slated to be finished by February with the Philippine Basketball Association legends holding an exhibition game,” said Geri Pacleb of Geiser Maclang Marketing Communications Inc. who organized the event in behalf of their client A...
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29Jan2013BALER, Aurora, Jan 29 (PIA) -- National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) on Monday announced that parts of Aurora and Nueva Ecija will experience power interruption on Thursday, January 31. "All customers of Aurora Electric Cooperative will be experiencing an 11-hour power outage from 7 AM until 6:30 PM due to the replacement of selected woodpoles and hardware along Bongabon-Baler 69kV transmission line segment," NGCP Norther Luzon Public Affairs Officer Lilibeth Gaydowen said. More...
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29Jan2013MARILAO, Bulacan, Enero 29 (PIA) -- Isinagawa kamakailan ng SM City Marilao, sa pakikipagtulungan sa lokal na pamahalaan, ang isang orientation para sa mga kapakanan, insentibo at pribilehiyo ng mga matatanda o senior citizens. Sa pangunguna ni Marilao Municipal Legal Officer Paul Briones, tinalakay ang mga nakapaloob sa Republic Act 9257 o ang Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2003. Ipinaliwanag ni Briones ang karapatan ng bawat senior citizens sa ilalim ng acronym na M.T.R.C.B. na ang ibig sab...
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29Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 29 (PIA) -- Inanunsyo ni Mayor Christian Natividad na magiging bahagi na simula sa susunod na taon sa National Tourism Calendar ng Department of Tourism ang Fiesta Republika ng Malolos na ginagawa kaalinsabay ng pagdiriwang ng pagkakatatag sa Unang Republika ng Pilipinas. Sa idinaos na Rigodon de Honor noong ika-23 ng Enero sa Malolos Sports and Convention Center, sinabi ni Natividad na nang dahil sa Fiesta Republika na kanyang pinasimulan noong 2011 ay muling...
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28Jan2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Enero 28 (PIA) -- Tatlong bayan sa lalawigan ang daranas ng buong araw na pagkawala ng kuryente bukas habang haharap naman sa maiigsing mga power interruption ang ibang bayan bunsod ng maintenance operations ng National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP). Magsisimula ang kawalan ng kuryente sa mga bayan ng Hermosa, Orani at Samal nang 7:30 n.u. hanggang 5:30 n.h. kaugnay ng annual preventive maintenance and testing of power transformer # 1 sa Hermosa Substati...
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28Jan2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Enero 28 (PIA) -- Kumpiyansa ang mga matataas na opisyal ng Bataan na handa ang lalawigan upang salubungin ang napipintong pagdagsa ng negosyo sa bansa. Ayon kay dating National Youth Commission Chair Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aquino IV, sa kanyang pagbisita sa lungsod ng Balanga, na sa pamamagitan ng pag-aaral ay mauunahan ng Pilipinas ang India upang maging numero uno sa business process outsourcing (BPO) industry sa susunod na dalawa o tatlong taon. Gusto aniya ng ...
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28Jan2013BALANGA CITY, Bataan, Jan 28 (PIA) -- Three towns in the province will experience a whole-day power interruption, Tuesday, while several other towns will encounter short shutdowns due to maintenance operations of the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP). The power interruption in the neighboring municipalities of Hermosa, Orani, and Samal which will start at 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. while that in Balanga City and the towns of Limay, Orion, Pilar, Bagac, Morong, and Abucay will be f...
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28Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 28 (PIA) -- Ginawaran kamakailan ng pagkilala ang mga Malolenyo na naging tanyag sa kani-kanilang mga larangan sa idinaos na "Bayani at Bituin ng Malolos 2013" na kaalinsabay ng selebrasyon ng ika-114 taon pagkakatatag ng Unang Republika ng Pilipinas. Pinarangalan sina Nicolas Buendia na nagkaroon ng kalye sa Makati, Ernani Cuenco sa larangan ng musika; Purificacion Reyes, Felisa Lim Berris, Restituto Roque, Alberto Romulo at Robert Martinez sa larangan ng pag...
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28Jan2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Jan 28 (PIA) -- Top officials in Bataan have affirmed confidence that the province is all set together with its workforce to accommodate what former National Youth Commission Chair Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aquino IV said was a potential employment boom in the country. In his recent visit to this city, Aquino said studies have revealed that the Philippines will overtake India in becoming the number one country in the business process outsourcing (BPO) industry in the next...
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28Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 28 (PIA) -- Nagwagi ang Pampanga sa isinagawang Dulangsangan sa Fiesta Republika ng Malolos na bahagi ng pagdiriwang ng ika-114 taong pagkakatatag ng Unang Republika ng Pilipinas. Tinalo ng mga Kapampangang delegado mula sa lungsod ng Mabalacat ang pitong iba pang sumali mula sa Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Maynila, Nueva Ecija at Tarlac. Ayon kay City Tourism Office Director Armando Sta. Ana, ang Dulangsangan ay pagsasayaw sa kalye na may saliw ng pagk...
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26Jan2013OLONGAPO CITY, Jan.26 (PIA) -- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Zambales Field Office successfully settled P650,000 worth of overtime claims for 177 security guards of Subic Shipbuilder Corp (Sushicor) via the Single Entry Approach (SENA). “Single Entry Assistance Desk Officer and Zambales field office head Efren Reyes led the review of the case and presided the hearing involving both parties on January 15, 10 days after a request for assistance was filed by the security guards,...
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26Jan2013LUNGSOD NG OLONGAPO, Enero 23 (PIA) -- Matagumpay na naayos ng Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Zambales Field Office ang P650,000 halaga ng overtime claims ng kabuuang 177 security guards ng Subic Shipbuilder Corporation (Sushicor) sa pamamagitan ng Single Entry Approach (SENA). Ayon kay DOLE Regional Director Raymundo Agravante, pinamunuan ni Single Entry Assistance Desk Officer at Zambales field office Head Efren Reyes ang pagsusuri sa kaso at hearing sa pagitan ng dalawang partido...
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27Jan2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Enero 27 (PIA) -- Nagpatuloy sa pamamayani sa buong rehiyon ang mga mamamahayag pangkampus ng Bataan Peninsula State University (BPSU) matapos isubi ang tatlong magkakasunod na kampyonato sa ginanap na 12th Regional Higher Education Press Conference sa lungsod ng Balanga. Humakot ng limang pangunahing parangal ang The Guilds, ang pahayagan ng BPSU-Main Campus, sa taunang kompetisyon na ginanap sa Crown Royale Hotel at nilahukan ng mahigit 200 mamamahayag pangkolehiyo...
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26Jan2013BALANGA CITY, Bataan, Jan 26 (PIA) -- Tearful and sleepless nights crafting different publications finally paid off for the campus journalists of Bataan Peninsula State University (BPSU) after they snagged a three-peat crown in the recent 12th Regional Higher Education Press Conference. The Guilds, the official student publication of BPSU-Main Campus, has reaped five major awards in the annual competition participated by over 200 campus journalists across Central Luzon held at Crown Royale Hote...
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25Jan2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Enero 25 (PIA) -- Magsasagawa ng voter’s education ang Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) sa mga benepisyaryo ng Pantawid Pamilya sa Gitnang Luzon. Ayon kay DSWD Regional Director Adelina Apostol, dapat malaman ng mga benepisyaryo na ang pagboto ay isang karapatan at obligasyon sa bayan. Dapat aniyang maitanim sa kanilang isipan na mahalaga ang kanilang boto dahil dito nakataya ang magiging direksyon ng kanilang lalawigan sa darating na tat...
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25Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 25 (PIA) -- Nagdaos ng Timpalak Awit-Makabayan at Rap-Rapan sa Kasaysayan ang pamahalaang panlungsod ng Malolos kamakailan bilang bahagi ng pagdiriwang ng Fiesta Republika ngayong taon. Nakiisa sa nasabing mga kumpetisyon, na idinaos sa Malolos Sports and Convention Center, ang mga kinatawan mula sa walong lalawigan at lungsod na bumubuo sa sinag ng araw na nasa watatawat ng bansa-Batangas, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac at Maynila. Ta...
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25Jan2013LUNGSOD NG ANGELES, Pampanga, Enero 25 (PIA) -- Malaki ang naiaambag ng programang Hapinoy (Happy at Pinoy) ng MicroVentures Inc. sa pagtulong sa mga Pinoy na maging negosyante partikular sa pagkakaroon ng sari-sari store na bumubuo ng 30 hanggang 40 porsyento ng kabuuang retail stores sa bansa. Sa isang press conference sa lungsod ng Angeles, sinabi ni MicroVentures President Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aquino IV na ang mga naghahangad maging negosyante ay binibigyan nila ng puhunan, murang access...
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25Jan2013IBA, Zambales, Jan.25 (PIA) -- Four hundred and thirty-four students of the Ramon Magsaysay Technological University (RMTU) aare recipients of the joint education assistance program of Senator Francis Pangilinan and Zambales Vice Governor Ramon Lacbain II. The grantees are distributed in all RMTU campuses in the towns of Iba, Candelaria, Sta. Cruz, Masinloc, Botolan, San Marcelino, and Castillejos. Lacbain said the program seeks to ease the financial burden of students and parents while stud...
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25Jan2013IBA, Zambales, Jan.25 (PIA) -- Around 62 teachers from public and private secondary schools in Zambales recently attended a training for Career Guidance Coaching (CGC) organized by provincial Public Employment Services Office (PESO) in partnership with the department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and Education (DepEd). Attendees learned basic protocols of coaching including career and value enhancement, work attitude, and trends in employment. “Career coaching plays a role of leading our st...
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25Jan2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, Jan.25 (PIA) -- The Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) has inked a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Meijo University in Japan to explore optimum nutrition of female ruminants to boost their reproductive capacity. “The MOU, which was possible through the initiative of Meijo Associate Professor Yoshiaki Hayashi, will carry out research on the evaluation and utilization of available feed sources for ruminant production,” said PCC Information Officer Rowe...
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25Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan.25 (PIA) -- Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) will hold voter’s education for Pantawid Pamilya beneficiaries in Central Luzon. “It is critical for our beneficiaries to become an informed electorate. They need to realize that the act of casting a vote is a human right. They need to realize that they must exercise their right to suffrage as a Filipino citizen. They need to realize that their votes determine the course of our country. Therefor...
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25Jan2013CLARK FREEPORT, Jan.25 (PIA) -- In the continuing effort to improve delivery of services to its stakeholders, Clark Development Corporation (CDC) President Arthur Tugade announced that the Board of Directors approved the issuance of business permits valid for three years. Tugade said the extended period required for the renewal of permits, known as the Certificate of Registration and Tax Exemption (CRTE) or the registration certificate (RC), will be a boon to locators who must renew their perm...
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24Jan2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Jan 24 (PIA) -- The Hapinoy (Happy and Pinoy) program under the MicroVentures Inc helped Filipinos into the entrepreneurship loop specifically sari-sari store type which makes up 30 to 40 percent of total retail stores in the country. In a press conference Tuesday in Angeles City, MicroVentures President Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aquino IV said that aspiring businessmen are provided with financial assistance or capital, cheaper access to goods, trainings and support. ...
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24Jan2013GAPAN CITY, Nueva Ecija, Jan 24 (PIA) -- Local volunteers in Barangay San Vicente in Gapan City started constructing last Sunday a basketball court billed “Court of Inspiration.” “The building of the basketball court is in line with the Galing Mo! Campaign. It is slated to be finished by second week of February with Philippine Basketball Association legends holding an exhibition game,” said Geri Pacleb of Geiser Maclang who organized the event in behalf of their client Alaxan-FR. Build...
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24Jan2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Enero 24 (PIA) -- Mas maraming pabrika ang magbubukas at dadami ang dadagsang trabaho. Ngunit, handa ba ang kabataan para sa employment boom? Ito ang katanungang iniwan ni dating National Youth Commission chair Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aquino IV sa kanyang pagbisita kamakailan sa daan-daang mag-aaral ng Bataan Peninsula State University sa lungsod ng Balanga sa isang youth forum. Sinabi ni Aquino na ipinapakita sa pag-aaral na magiging numero uno ang Pilipinas pagdat...
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24Jan2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Jan 24 (PIA) -- More factories will open and more job opportunities will pour in. But, is the youth ready for the employment boom? This was the question raised by former National Youth Commission chair Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aquino IV when he visited recently hundreds of students of Bataan Peninsula State University in Balanga City in a youth forum. Aquino said that studies show the Philippines will be number one in the business process outsourcing industry in the nex...
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24Jan2013BALER, Aurora, Enero 24 (PIA) -- Nakipagpulong kahapon ang Commission on Elections (COMELEC) Aurora sa mga partner stakeholders nito upang paghandaan ang darating na Halalan sa ika-13 ng Mayo. Kabilang sa mga dumalo ang mga pinuno ng Philippine National Police (PNP), Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Department of Education (DepEd), Provincial Prosecutor’s Office at mga lokal na media. Tinalakay ni PNP Provincial Director Police Superintendent Elmer Cruz Bantog, ang kalagayan ng kapayap...
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24Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 24 (PIA) -- Department of Health (DOH) enjoins Central Luzon residents who want to quit smoking but cannot do it on their own to avail of the services of smoking cessation clinics. “In San Fernando, the City Health Office and rural health units in barangays San Agustin, San Nicolas, Northville, and Sindalan offer smoking cessation services,” DOH Tobacco Control Coordinator Myla Rostrata said. Smoking cessation programs are likewise conducted at the Jose ...
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24Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan. 24 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III has signed Republic Act 10355 or an Act that increases the bed capacity of Jose B. Lingad Memorial General Hospital (JBLMGH) in the City of San Fernando, Pampanga to 500 from the current 250. The law stated that “existing service facilities and professional health care services of the JBLMGH are hereby upgraded to conform with and be commensurate to the bed capacity increase which will be implemented for a period of...
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24Jan2013BALER, Aurora, Enero 24 (PIA) -- Inaanyayahan ng Department of Education (DepEd) ang mga magulang sa Gitnang Luzon na samantalahin ang pagkakataon na ipalista ang kanilang mga anak ng masmaaga para sa School Year 2013-2014 sa "early registration" na nakatakda sa Sabado, ika-26 ng Enero. Sinabi ni DepEd Regional Director Isabelita Borres na ang early registration, na gagawin ng sabay sabay sa lahat ng pampublikong paaralan sa buong bansa alinsunod sa DepEd Order No. 89 series of 2012 na naglala...
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23Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan. 23 (PIA) -- Department of Education (DepEd) invites parents in Central Luzon to grab the opportunity to enroll their children way ahead from the start of School Year 2013-2014 via an early registration slated this Saturday, January 26. “The early registration, which will be held simultaneously in all public schools nationwide, is pursuant to DepEd Order No. 89 series of 2012 that seeks to achieve the United Nations Millennium Development Goal on Universalizat...
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23Jan2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Jan.23 (PIA) -- Around 200 cataract patients from Olongapo City will be operated for free by international team of doctors under a project organized by the Lions Clubs District 301-D1-Philippines and the Lions Clubs District 19-C, a counterpart district in Washington, USA in partnership with the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority. Jimmy Pasag, chairman of Brgy. Pag-Asa and Lions Club member explained that restoring sight is among the several advocacies of his group. Doctors s...
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23Jan2013OLONGAPO CITY, Jan.23 (PIA) -- Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Zambales Field Office successfully settled around P650,000 worth of overtime claims for 177 security guards of Hanjin Heavy Industries Corporation-Philippines via the Single Entry Approach (SENA). “Single Entry Assistance Desk Officer and Zambales field office head Efren Reyes led the review of the case and presided the hearing involving both parties on January 15, 10 days after a request for assistance was filed by the ...
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22Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 22 (PIA) -- Nakatakdang gunitain bukas sa lungsod ng Malolos ang ika-114 anibersaryo ng Unang Republika ng Pilipinas sa makasaysayang simbahan ng Barasoain. Ang naturang araw ay isa sa mahalagang kaganapan sa bansa na nagbigay daan sa pagsilang ng itinuturing na unang malayang demokrasya sa buong Asya. Pangungunahan ni dating Senador Ramon Magsaysay Jr, bilang kinatawan ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III, ang pagtataas ng watawat at pag-aalay ng bulaklak sa bant...
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22Jan2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Jan. 22 (PIA) -- Philippine Army’s 7th Infantry Division (7ID) is eyeing the conversion of certain portions of its Fort Magsaysay Military Reservation (FMMR) into a tourist destination. Officials of 7ID led by commander Brigadier General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr met with representatives of the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (Tieza) to explore such possibilities. “During our meeting with Tieza representatives, we discussed some of the activ...
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22Jan2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Jan. 22 (PIA) -- The 7th Infantry Division (7ID) of the Philippine Army stated that it is on the right track in winning the peace in Ilocos and Central Luzon regions. “Our overall accomplishment last year manifests that we are on the right track in winning the peace in our area of responsibility. We have considerably prevented the Communist Party of the Philippines - National Democratic Front-New People’s Army recovery efforts by limiting their ideological polit...
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22Jan2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Jan 22 (PIA) -- A Philippine Army (PA) official again called on the Communist Party of the Philippines-National Democratic Front-New People’s Army (CPP-NDF-NPA) to join the Armed Forces of the Philippines in its fight against climate change. “We are now fighting a new war that is climate change. Hence, I challenge the CPP-NDF-NPA to declare a bilateral ceasefire in disaster-prone areas and help in the construction of school buildings that can be converted into ...
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22Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 22 (PIA) -- Muling ipinamalas ng mga Bulakenyo ang galing sa pagluluto sa isinagawang “Kalutong Malolenyo-Pamana sa Lahing Pilipino” na bahagi ng selebrasyon ng Fiesta Republica. Ang paligsahan, na idinaos sa Malolos Sports and Convention Center, ay nilahukan ng iba’t ibang kolehiyo kabilang na ang Bulacan Polytechnic College, Baliuag University, St. Vicent Ferrer Montessori College of Asia, St. Agustine of Malolos, Malolos Marine Fishery School and Labo...
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22Jan2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Enero 22 (PIA) -- Inihayag ng 7th Infantry Division (7ID) ng Philippine Army na patuloy o "on track" ito sa pagpanalo ng kapayapaan sa rehiyong Ilocos at Gitnang Luzon. Ayon kay 7ID commander Brigadier General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr, kanilang nalimitahan ang mga "ideological political organizing works" ng Communist Party of the Philippines-National Democratic Front-New People’s Army gamit ang mga "Peace Development Teams" o Bayanihan Patrols na nag-uugnay sa pam...
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22Jan2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Enero 22 (PIA) -- Target ng 7th Infantry Division (7ID) ng Philippine Army na gawing tourist destination ang ilang bahagi ng Fort Magsaysay Military Reservation (FMMR) nito. Ayon kay 7ID commander Brigadier General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr, nakipagpulong sila sa mga kinatawan ng Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority upang pag-usapan ang mga aktibidad na maaring gawin ng mga turista doon gaya ng wall climbing, hiking, downhill mountain biking, camping,...
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22Jan2013FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Enero 22 (PIA) -- Muling nanawagan ang kumander ng 7th Infantry Division (7ID) ng Philippine Army na si Brigadier General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. sa Communist Party of the Philippines-National Democratic Front-New People’s Army (CPP-NDF-NPA) na makiisa sa Hukbong Sandatahang Lakas ng Pilipinas sa paglaban kontra pagbabago ng klima. Ani Catapang, hinihimok niya ang CPP-NDF-NPA na magdeklara ng bilateral ceasefire sa mga disaster-prone areas at tumulong sa konstru...
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21Jan2013LUBAO, Pampanga, Jan 21 (PIA) -- Governor Lilia Pineda appealed to 505 village chiefs of the province to help ensure the maintenance of peace and order during and after the election period to bring the message to the Filipino people that Kapampangans are indeed friendly and peace loving. The governor reiterated this message as she introduced Myrvie Fabia, newly installed provincial director of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), to the village officials in a meeting held at...
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21Jan2013STA. RITA, Pampanga, January 21 (PIA) -- Residents of Sta. Rita town will soon experience the convenience brought about by the new Integrated Tax Management System (iTax) after a test run was held at the municipal hall Tuesday. The province’s Management Information System Office (MIS) and Provincial Assessor’s Office (PAO) together with the Provincial Treasurer’s Office led the second operation of the new iTax system. The iTax implementation in Sta. Rita is preceded by Minalin town, whic...
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21Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, January 21 (PIA) -- The provincial government is eyeing for zero maternal deaths in Pampanga this year. “We will help those who will undergo caesarian at the provincial and district hospitals at minimal cost to the family,” Governor Lilia Pineda told over a thousand pregnant mothers during a recent medical mission of the provincial government in the second district. Imelda Labrador, provincial health officer, stated that the assistance of the capitol for moth...
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21Jan2013BALER, Aurora, Enero 21 (PIA) -- Naglagay kamakailan ng early warning device (EWD) sa Dingalan upang malaman kung may paparating na bagyo sa bayan. Ito ang kaunaunahan sa lalawigan ng Aurora na matatagpuan sa Barangay Aplaya. Tinanggap ng mga opisyal ng barangay sa pangunguna ni Leo Agustin ang aparato mula kay Engineer Romeo Callanta na naglagay ng EWD dito. Ang EWD ay mayroong mikropono, amplifier na may sirena, USB gadget na nakakabit sa computer, at tatlong loud speaker na inilagay sa t...
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21Jan2013CLARK FREEPORT, Jan 21 (PIA) -- Members of the Management Committee (ManCom) of Clark Development Corporation (CDC) voluntarily waived some of their benefits in support of the Freeport’s improved fiscal management program initiated by newly-installed President and CEO Arthur Tugade. Vice President Noel Manankil of CDC’s Finance Group said with this decision, the state-owned firm is expected to save more than P2 million a year. Proceeds from the savings will be used to purchase a service v...
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19Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 19 (PIA--- Pormal nang idineklara ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ang petsang Enero 23 kada taon bilang Araw ng Republikang Pilipinas 1899 sa bisa ng Proclamation 533. Ito’y bilang pagkilala sa tunay na pagkakasilang ng Pilipinas bilang isang bansa. Base sa mga talang pangkasaysayan na inilabas ng National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), naging Republika ang Pilipinas sa bisa ng Saligang Batas ng 1899 na pinagtibay ng Kongreso ng Malolos ...
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20Jan2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Enero 20 (PIA) -- Inaanyayahan ng National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) ang lahat ng professional at amateur radio users, dealers at broadcasters at mga socio-civic organizations, local government units, non-government organizations, at pribadong kumpanya sa Gitnang Luzon na sumali sa idaraos na kauna-unahang Regional “Radshow (Radio Show)” sa lungsod ng San Fernando. Sinabi ni NTC Regional Director Azor Sitchon na layunin ng aktibidad, na binuo sa...
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20Jan2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Jan. 20 (PIA) -- Holy Angel Academy, presently the Holy Angel University (HAU) ,High School Batch 1963 will celebrate their Golden Jubilee via a three-day event that is meant to help their alma matter and do apostolate works. Anchored on the theme “Tara na King Gintung Pamitipun! (Let’s go to our Golden Jubilee)”, the January 25-27 occasion features a holy mass and mini-recollection at HAU Holy Guardian Angel Chapel, gala night, and out-reach at the Duyan ni Maria ...
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18Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 19 (PIA) -- Most housewives and farmers patronize backyard animal raising as an additional income for the family. Vacant lots are used to raise pigs, chicken, ducks and other domestic animals while farmers raise carabao, cattles, cows, and goats. Backyard animal raising is so ingrained in the lives of the people from Pampanga, especially the poor, that livestock had been included by the provincial government among its roster of livelihood programs. Governor Lil...
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20Jan2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Jan. 20 (PIA) -- Holy Angel University (HAU) will launch on Monday, January 28, its online review for board exams to its students and alumni. Developed by the College of Information and Communications Technology (CICT) along with the different faculty members from other colleges, HAU is now considered one of the first schools in the Philippines to offer this kind of program. “The review is for those taking board exams for certified public accountants, engineers, teach...
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18Jan2013BALANGA CITY, Bataan, Jan 18 (PIA) -- College students and Balangueños in search of work are advised to enroll in the City of Balanga Jobs Database as the city government reinforces its education-to-employment strategy this year to speedily sign up job hunters with the career they want. The Management Information Services Office (MISO) of Balanga has created the database primarily for the city government’s employees whose skills and experience were encoded in the system but it was also seen ...
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18Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 18 (PIA) -- Close to 12,000 running enthusiasts are expected to join the Malolos City and Clark Freeport leg of the PhilHealth Run 2013 on February 17. “The historic run, which will be held simultaneously in 18 sites across the country, aims to advocate for the health protection of mothers and their children,” said PhilHealth Run Central Luzon coordinator Ezra Rostrata. Other areas are Cebu, Manila, Baguio, Dagupan, Tuguegarao, Laguna, Batangas, Legazpi, Il...
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17Jan2013BALANGA CITY, Bataan, Jan 17 (PIA) -- The chief of the Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) has shared to industry leaders in Turkey the superior facilities of the freeport including a 10.9 million cubic meter-capacity dam during the recent Turkiye-World Trade Bridge in Istanbul. Foreign locators in the 1,691-hectare industrial complex in Mariveles town enjoy business advantages that include tax incentives, natural endowments, and excellent leadership, said AFAB Chairman Deogracias C...
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18Jan2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Enero 18 (PIA) -- Ibinahagi ng pinuno ng Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) sa mga negosyante sa Turkey ang mga “superior facility” ng freeport kabilang na ang 10.9 milyong cubic meter-capacity dam nito at iba’t ibang tax incentive. Malaki ang pakinabang ng mga banyagang kumpanya sa 1,691-ektaryang industrial complex sa bayan ng Mariveles dahil sa mahusay na mga pasilidad dito, likas na yaman at magaling na pamumuno, ani AFAB Chairman Deogracias Cu...
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17Jan2013BALANGA CITY, Bataan, Jan 17 (PIA) -- The city government of Balanga revealed that its newly founded University Town of the Peninsula Foundation, Inc. earned P10 million from private donors which will be used to increase the number of scholars in the city. Fifty new scholars every year will be added to the current 2,000 beneficiaries from Balanga City in the Iskolar ng Bataan program, said Mayor Jose Enrique Garcia III. “As support of the private sector to our vision, they have built a found...
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17Jan2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Enero 17 (PIA) -- Ibinalita ng Pamahalaang Lungsod ng Balanga na nakaipon na ng 10 milyong piso mula sa mga pribadong donor ang bagong tatag nitong University Town of the Peninsula Foundation, Inc. na gagamitin upang dagdagan ang bilang ng mga iskolar sa lungsod. Limampung iskolar bawat taon ang idadagdag sa kasalukuyang 2,000 na benepisyaryo ng lungsod sa Iskolar ng Bataan program, ani Mayor Jose Enrique Garcia III. Sinabi ni Garcia na bilang suporta ng pribadong s...
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18Jan2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Enero 18 (PIA) -- Pinayuhan ang mga mag-aaral sa kolehiyo at ang mga Balangueño na naghahanap ng trabaho na magpalista sa City of Balanga Jobs Database upang madaling makahanap ng trabaho na aangkop sa kanilang kakayanan. Sadyang ginawa ng City Management Information Services Office (MISO) ang naturang database upang itala ang mga karanasan sa trabaho at kakayanan ng mga kawani ng pamahalaang lungsod, ngunit nakikita rin ngayon ito bilang paraan upang matukoy ang ka...
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17Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 17 (PIA) -- Aiming to confirm and re-identify the current basic needs of its residents, the city government of San Fernando, Pampanga, has renewed its partnership with the University of the Assumption (UA) through a Research Collaboration Agreement. Mayor Oscar Rodriguez led the signing of a memorandum of agreement (MOA) on the research survey sequel providing the City Planning and Development Office reliable and relevant updates about the general socio-economic...
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17Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan. 17 (PIA) -- The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) invites professional and amateur radio users, dealers, and broadcasters as well as socio-civic organizations, local government units, non-government organizations, and safety officers of private companies in Central Luzon to join the inaugural Regional “Radshow (Radio Show)” from February 4-8 at the City of San Fernando. “The conference-trade event, which we organized in partnership with the ...
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17Jan2013LUNGSOD NG TARLAC, Enero 17 (PIA) -- Idineklara ng Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) ang lungsod ng Tarlac bilang ika-apat na “Child Labor-Free Barangay” sa Gitnang Luzon. Ang kampanya ay naka-angkla sa temang “Pagtutulungan, Pagpapalaya sa mga Batang Manggagawa,” ng pinagsama-samang mga programa ng pamahalaan, pribadong sektor at iba pang grupo na naglalayong mailayo ang mga bata sa pagtatrabaho sa mga di kanais-nais na kundisyon at ibalik sila sa normal na buhay kung saan sila...
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17Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 17 (PIA) -- Iniulat ng bagong talagang officer-in-charge ng Bulacan Police Provincial Office (BPPO) P/Sr. Supt. Joel Sabio Orduña ang pagkakadakip sa may 40 most wanted persons sa lalawigan nito lamang buwan ng Disyembre. Ayon kay Orduña, resulta ito ng maigting na kampanya ng BPPO laban sa mga wanted persons alinsunod sa utos ng pamunuan ng Philippine National Police. Binigyan din ng kredito ni Orduña ang suporta at pakikiisa ng komunidad sa kanilang oper...
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17Jan2013TARLAC CITY, Jan.17 (PIA) -- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has declared Barangay Ligtasan in Tarlac City as the fourth “Child Labor-Free Barangay” in Central Luzon. Anchored on the theme, “Pagtutulungan, Pagpapalaya sa mga Batang Manggagawa (Working Together to Free Child Laborers)” the campaign is a convergence of programs from the government, private sector, and all concerned stakeholders geared towards keeping children away from working at hazardous environments by do...
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17Jan2013MALOLOS CITY, Bulacan, Jan 17 (PIA) -- Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) nabbed on Monday a high profile illegal drug trafficker via a buy-bust drug operation in Malolos City. In a statement, PDEA said, "The suspect was arrested after a poseur buyer handed him P1,000 worth of methamphetamine hydrochloride or shabu." Other possessions the agency had found is a medium-sized sachet of shabu, valued at P20,000 which was later brought to PDEA laboratory for confirmatory testing. The agenc...
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17Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, January 16 (PIA) -- The family of the late San Fernando mayor Vivencio Cuyugan, also known as the first socialist mayor in the Philippines, gathered during his 118th birth commemoration sponsored by the City Government at the Cuyugan residence last Sunday. Present during the occasion were the local hero’s relatives led by his children Vivencio Jr. and Silvestre. In his speech, Mayor Oscar Rodriguez recounted the valiant contributions of former Cuyugan to the c...
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16Jan2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Enero 16 (PIA) -- Nasungkit ng mga lungsod sa Pampanga at mga bayan sa Nueva Ecija at Bataan ang Regional Local Legislative Award (LLA) na bigay ng Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) at Philippine Councilors League (PCL). Panalo ang Angeles sa Highly Urbanized City; San Fernando sa Component City; Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija sa 1st to 3rd class municipality; at Samal, Bataan sa 4th to 6th class municipality. Ayon kay DILG Regional Information Officer ...
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16Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 16 (PIA) -- Cities from Pampanga and towns from Nueva Ecija and Bataan were named Monday as recipients of the Regional Local Legislative Award (LLA). “Honorees are Angeles for Highly Urbanized City category, San Fernando for Component City, Cuyapo in Nueva Ecija for 1st to 3rd class municipality, and Samal in Bataan for 4th to 6th class municipality,” Local Government information officer Miriam Gaviola disclosed. Given by the Department of Interior and Loca...
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15Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 15 (PIA) -- Magiging "gateway" na ng bayan ng Bustos ang nalalapit na pagbubukas ng Plaridel Arterial Road Bypass Project Phase 2. Kung dati ay dadaanan pa ang mga bayan ng Plaridel o Baliwag para makarating sa Bustos, magiging mabilis na rin ang biyahe mula North Luzon Expressway (NLEX). Ayon kay Mayor Arnel Mendoza, kapag nabuksan na ang Plaridel Bypass sa gawi ng Bustos, makikilala na ang bayan na bagong destinasyon sa turismo dahil mapapadali na ang pag...
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15Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 15 (PIA) -- World-renowned Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (PPO) is scheduled to perform on February 8 at the Heroes Hall Mini-Convention Center of San Fernando City. “It is one of the activities during the two-week celebration of the cityhood anniversary from January 31 to February 14. The PPO concert will start at 6 p.m.” Mayor Oscar Rodriguez said. The special performance of the orchestra was supposed to take place on August 14, 2012 but was cancelled...
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15Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 14 (PIA) -- Sabay-sabay na pinasinayaan ngayong Minasa Festival ang tatlong pangunahing imprastraktura na magiging mekanismo sa pagpapaunlad ng ekonomiya ng bayan ng Bustos. Una rito ang mas pinabuting pasilidad ng Bustos Commercial Center na nakatayo sa harap ng bakuran ng munisipyo na nasa kahabaan ng Alejo Santos road. Sa mahabang panahon, matagal na naantala ang nasabing pasilidad kaya’t naging prayoridad ni Mayor Arnel Mendoza ang muling pagbuhay nit...
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15Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 15 (PIA) -- Nagkaloob ng P1.1 milyong halaga ng livelihood grant ang Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) sa mga gumagawa ng Minasa sa bayan ng Bustos sa ilalim ng Kabuhayan Packages program nito. Sa pagbubukas ng isang linggong pagdiriwang ng Minasa Festival, sinabi ni DOLE Undersecretary Danilo Cruz na ang nasabing halaga ay hindi pautang kundi isang ayuda na may layuning makalikha ng trabaho mula sa small and medium enterprises (SMEs) sa pamamagitan ng...
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15Jan2013BALER, Aurora, Enero 15 (PIA) -- Sa pagsisikap na palakasin ang kampanya laban sa ipinagbabawal na gamot, tumatanggap ngayon ang Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency - Region 3 (PDEA - 3) ng mga aplikante para sa 18 bakanteng posisyon. Kabilang sa mga bakante ang drug enforcement officer na bahagi ng elite team na lumalaban sa mga ilegal na droga, chief administrative officer V, attorney II, information officer III, at administrative officer IV. Kabilang din ang chemist I, chemist II, dalawang ...
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15Jan2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Enero 15 (PIA) -- Ang Gitnang Luzon ay mayroong 5.8 milyong botante para sa Halalan 2013 ayon sa tala ng Commission on Elections (COMELEC) - ang ikatlong pinakamalaki sa buong kapuluan. Ayon kay COMELEC Regional Director Zoilo Perlas, Bulacan ang may pinakamaraming rehistrado sa rehiyon na umabot sa 1,497,873 kasunod ang Nueva Ecija-1,363,646; Pampanga-1,239,372; Tarlac-692,948; Bataan-456,648; Zambales- 444,202; at Aurora-128,355. Dagdag pa ni Perlas na mag...
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15Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan. 15 (PIA) -- Central Luzon has 5,823,044 registrants for the midterm polls-months according to the latest figures from Commission on Elections (COMELEC), the third biggest in the archipelago. “Bulacan has the most number of voters in the region at 1,497,873 followed by Nueva Ecija with 1,363,646; Pampanga-1,239,372; Tarlac-692,948; Bataan-456,648; Zambales- 444,202; and Aurora-128,355” COMELEC Regional Director Zoilo Perlas disclosed. “There will be 7...
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15Jan2013CLARK FREEPORT, Jan 15 (PIA) -- Passenger traffic is seen to increase in Clark International Airport with the official opening today of a bus service that links the country’s emerging aeropolis with Metro Manila and Southern Luzon provinces. “The 24-hour airport lounge in TriNoma is a dedicated bus service for Metro Manila passengers who will take their flights in Clark with an affordable fare of P200,” CIAC president and chief executive officer Victor Jose Luciano said in a statement. F...
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14Jan2013LUNGSOD NA MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 14 (PIA) -- Idineklara ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ang Enero 23 kada taon bilang “Araw ng Republikang Filipino, 1899” bilang pag-alaala sa pagkakatatag ng Unang Republika ng Pilipinas. Sa pamamagitan ng Proklamasyon Blg. 533 na nilagdaan ni Executive Secretary Paquito Ochoa Jr. nitong Enero 9, 2013, ginawa ng Pangulo ang deklarasyon upang kilalanin ang naturang araw bilang isang mahalagang kaganapan sa kasaysayan ng bansa. Kamakailan lamang ideneklar...
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14Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 14 (PIA) -- The Department of Health (DOH) invites Central Luzon residents to submit nominations for the 2013 Outstanding Healthy Lifestyle Advocacy Awards (OHLAA). “The awards, held biennially, recognizes the works of public and private sectors that have demonstrated exemplary efforts in the formulation and implementation of policies, programs and projects that promote healthy lifestyle that focuses on certain behavioral risk factors interventions namely, pro...
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14Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 14 (PIA) -- Department of Health (DOH) Center for Health Development 3 is now accepting nominations for the 2013 Red Orchid Awards. DOH Regional Director Leonita Gorgolon said, "The Red Orchid aims to give due recognition to government offices, government hospitals, and local government units with commendable practices and measures against smoking.” Gorgolon added, “Nominees will be judged based on the strength of their comprehensive efforts to implement a ...
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14Jan2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Jan 14 (PIA) -- Around a thousand elementary and secondary students coming from different public schools in Angeles City joined the three-kilometer (km) fun run to help the Ayala Foundation Inc. build classrooms in different public schools across the country. Sunday’s event started on the grounds of Marquee Mall and passed through the vicinity of Don Bonifacio Subdivision in Barangay Pulung Maragul. Participating institutions included Angeles National, Angeles City Sp...
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14Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, January 14 (PIA) -- In an effort to beef up its anti-drug drive, Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Region 3 is now hiring with 18 vacant positions available to the general public. “The positions are under the administration and technical department of the agency” said Investigation Agent V Maharani Gadaoni-Tosoc. Among the vacancies include Drug Enforcement Officer which will be part of the Elite Team fighting illegal drugs, Chief Administrative Offi...
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14Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan 14 (PIA) -- Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) continues to invite Central Luzon residents to grab an opportunity to work for Philippine embassies and consulates by taking the qualifying exam for Foreign Service Officer scheduled on March 10. DFA Regional Officer-In-Charge Arturo Romua said “the exam is open to all natural born Filipinos aged 35 years old and below who are holders of a bachelor’s degree or higher and have undergone employment or undertak...
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14Jan2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Enero 14 (PIA) -- Patuloy na inaanyayahan ng Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) ang mga residente ng Gitnang Luzon na lumahok sa pagkuha ng qualifying test ng Foreign Service Officer Exam na nakatakda sa ika-10 ng Marso. Ito ay magbibigay ng oportunidad na makapagtrabaho sa mga embahada at konsulado ng Pilipinas. Ayon kay DFA Regional Officer-In-Charge Arturo Romua, bukas ang pagsusulit sa lahat ng mga natural born na Pilipino na 35 taong gulang pababa na ma...
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13Jan2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Jan 13 (PIA) – Competitors from Bataan are confident they they will bag the 1st Pagcor (Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation) National Photography Competition. Anchored on the theme “It’s More Fun in the Philippines,” the contest which opened January 1 will get 160 top qualifiers and 48 grand finalists from the regions divided into Metro Manila, Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. “Photographs should be able to capture the unique facets of Filipino culture, t...
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13Jan2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Enero 13 (PIA) – Inilunsad ng Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) ang una nitong Pagcor National Photography Competition kung saan kumpiyansang magwawagi ang mga Bataeño na nais iwagayway ang ganda ng makasaysayang lalawigan. Sa temang “It’s More Fun in the Philippines,” kukuha ng 160 top qualifier at 48 grand finalist ang naturang patimpalak mula sa mga rehiyon na nahahati sa Metro Manila, Luzon, Visayas at Mindanao. Sa isang pahayag, sina...
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12Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 12 (PIA)- Muli na namang nagpaalala ang Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) sa lahat ng motorista, biyahero at mga nagsisipagtinda na panatilihing malinis sa anumang obstraksyon ang kahabaan ng mga road-right-of-way (RROW) ng mga pangunahing lansangan o mga National Roads. Ayon kay Benedict Matawaran ng DPWH First Engineering District ng Bulacan, patuloy pa ring umiiral ang Department Order No. 52 series of 2003 na hindi dapat gawing paradahan, ter...
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12Jan2013Mas maeengganyo ang mga bibisita, lalo na ang mga kabataang estudyante, sa panibagong atraksiyon na sasalubong sa mas pinaganda, mas komprehensibo at mas modernong Museo ng Unang Republika sa makasaysayang simbahan ng Barasoain. Tampok sa Museo ng Unang Republika ang paggamit ng bagong teknolohiya upang maitaas ang antas ng pagtuturo sa mga aralin na may kinalaman sa kasaysayan. Ito ang pamamaraan na ginagamitan ng information and communication technology (ICT) bilang materyal sa edukasyon n...
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12Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 12 (PIA) -- Bilang bahagi pa rin ng paghahanda para sa pagdiriwang ng ika-114 taong anibersaryo ng Unang Republika ng Pilipinas sa Enero 23, binuksan kahapon ang ikalawang Tiangge, Sining at Tsibog na nagpapakita ng mga kakanin at produktong gawa sa Bulacan sa Malolos Sports and Convention Center. Tulad pa rin ng dati, linahukan ito ng mga small and medium enterprises (SMEs) o ng maliliit na negosyante sa lalawigan na nagtatampok sa mga sari-saring damit, pag...
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11Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 11 (PIA) -- Efforts to improve the air quality of Metro Manila and nearby provinces is gaining ground with the designation of the Bulacan-Pampanga-Bataan Airshed in Central Luzon and the constitution of a governing board to oversee industry compliance to air quality standards in these areas, environment authorities announced recently. Republic Act 8749, or the Philippine Clean Air Act, and Administrative Order 2011-11 signed by Environment Secretary Ramon Paje f...
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11Jan2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, January 10 (PIA) – Extending its services more to the general public, Philippine Health Insurance (PhilHealth) Central Luzon on Wednesday launched its three-day exposition at Marquee Mall in Angeles City featuring five different booths. The undertaking, which carries the theme “Celebrating Our Stakeholder’s Delight,” will run until Friday showcasing the different priority projects while celebrating with the corporation’s different stakeholders. In her message...
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11Jan2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Jan 11 (PIA) -- The people of Angeles will run on Sunday to help a foundation achieve its aim of building 10,000 classrooms in 10 months across the country that will benefit 400,000 students. Around 10,000 people are expected to join the 3-kilometer (km) run, which starts at the City Hall at 5 a.m. Dubbed “The More You Run, the More Classrooms You Build,” the event is an initiative of Ayala Foundation Inc. in partnership with the Ninoy and Cory Aquino Foundation and...
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11Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 11 (PIA) -- The provincial government of Pampanga will be extending financial assistance to towns in the Compostela Valley affected by tropical storm Pablo last year. Engr. Lulu Alingcastre, head of the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO), said funds will be sourced from its unspent 2012 allocation to help the municipalities of Laac, New Bataan, Montevista, Compostela, and Nabunturan, with P500,000 each. Last December, a team wa...
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11Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 11 (PIA) -- Ipagpapatayo ng bago at sariling gusali ng Pamahalaang Panlalawigan ang sangay ng Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) sa Bulacan. Sa katatapos na pulong ng Provincial Development Council, sinabi ni Gobernador Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado na layunin nito na mapadali ang operasyon at transaksyon ng mga taiga-Bulacan sa PhilHealth dahil sa ngayon ay umuupa lamang ito ng pwesto sa isang commercial building sa lungsod ng Malolos. Para sa gob...
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11Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 11 (PIA) -- Mahigpit nang ipagbabawal sa Bulacan ang paggamit, pagkakalat at pagsunog ng mga materyales na yari sa plastik at styrofoam kasunod ng pagpapatibay ng Panlalawigang Kautusan bilang 2012-09. Ayon kay First District Board Member at Provincial Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Chair Toti Ople, mas niliwanag na ngayon kung anu-anong klaseng plastik ang ipinagbabawal at mas tinaasaan ang multa dahil sinsero ang pamahalaang panlalawigan na ...
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11Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 11 (PIA) -- Isang fund raising drive na tinaguriang “Bisikleta para sa mga biktima ng bagyong Pablo” ang nakatakdang isagawa sa Bulacan sa darating na Sabado, ika-12 ng Enero. Sa pangunguna ng Provincial Youth, Sports, Employment, Arts, Culture and Tourism Office (PYSEACTO), isasagawa ang nasabing programa upang makalikom ng sapat na halaga na maipapaala sa mga nasalanta ng bagyong Pablo sa Mindanao. Sinabi ni Gobernador Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado na sa pa...
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10Jan2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Enero 10 (PIA) -- Bunsod nang matinik na mga pulis at marshal visibility dito, bumaba nang malaking porsiyento ang bilang ng krimen sa lungsod na naging dahilan sa pagbisita rito ng mahigit 100,000 turista sa nakaraang taon. Halos 80 porsiyento ang ibinaba ng bilang ng mga krimen sa lungsod kung saan 187 krimen lamang ang naitala mula Enero hanggang Disyembre ng nakaraang taon kumpara sa 921 noong 2011, ayon sa Philippine National Police (PNP). Tumaas naman ang crim...
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10Jan2013TARLAC CITY, Jan 10 (PIA) -- The Commission on Elections (Comelec) called on candidates in Tarlac to abide by the 2013 poll rules beginning with the gun ban this Sunday. In a message during the signing of peace covenant for a Secured And Fair Elections (SAFE) 2013 among provincial and city bets, Comelec Provincial Election Supervisor Fernando Cot-Om said, “Resolution No. 9561-A promulgated that no person shall bear, carry or transport firearms or other deadly weapons in public places across t...
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10Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 9 (PIA) -- Itatampok sa idaraos na Fiesta Republika sa lungsod ng Malolos ngayong taon ang eksibit ng mga memorabilla at obra ng mga National Artists na sina Ernani Cuenco at Guillermo Tolentino. Layunin nito na maipagmalaki at maipakilala sa bagong henerasyon ang mga dakilang likhain ng mga Pambansang Alagad ng Sining na anak ng Malolos. Naging popular si Tolentino dahil sa kanyang likhang Oblation na makikita sa Unibersidad ng Pilipinas sa Diliman at ang Bo...
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10Jan2013UNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Enero 9 (PIA) – Nag-abot ng tulong ang Pamahalaang Lalawigan ng Bataan sa mga anak nitong nasalanta sa Compostela Valley, Mindanao na dinaanan ng Pasko nang walang bahay at kabuhayan. Personal na iniabot ni Gobernador Enrique Garcia, Jr. ang tsekeng nagkakahalagang 2.5 milyong piso kay Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Chairman Richard Gordon bilang suporta sa rehabilitation operations ng PRC sa bayan ng New Bataan. Sinalanta ang naturang bayan noong Disyembre ni Bagyong ...
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10Jan2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Jan 10 (PIA) -- The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), through its Ecology Center, is now enforcing a “No Plastic” policy among retail establishments inside the Freeport Zone and has put in place stiff penalties for repeated violations. In a memorandum issued by the Ecology Center on December 27, the Subic agency said that no retail establishment in the Freeport shall provide any customer at the point of sale plastic bags as packaging material for dry goods. Inst...
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10Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 9 (PIA) –- Bumaba ng 16 porsyento ang bilang ng mga kaso ng naputukan nitong nakaraang pagsalubong ng Bagong Taon sa lalawigan ng Bulacan. Apatnapung (40) katao ang naitalang biktima ng paputok ng Provincial Disaster Risk and Reduction Management Office (PDRRMO) na mas mababa sa 61 noong nagdaang holiday season. Ang naturang pagbaba ng bilang ng aksidente sa paputok ay resulta ng maigting na kampanya ng pamahalaang panlalawigan ukol sa ligtas na pagdiriwang...
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10Jan2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Jan 10 (PIA) -– The Provincial Government of Bataan has come to the rescue of its native, distant sons in Compostela Valley, Mindanao who endured the Christmas season without homes and livelihoods. Governor Enrique Garcia, Jr. personally turned over a P2.5 million check to Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Chairman Richard Gordon in support of the ongoing humanitarian activities of PRC in New Bataan town. The said town suffered last December monster winds gusting up to 20...
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10Jan2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Jan 10 (PIA) -- The beefed up police force and police visibility maintained in Balanga City cut crimes to a staggering figure, leading to more tourism opportunities and luring 100,000 tourists last year. The total crime volume dropped to a stunning 80 percent, where 187 crimes were recorded from January to December last year compared to the 921 in 2011, based on the report of the Philippine National Police (PNP). The crime clearance efficiency (CCE) of PNP-Balanga City...
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10Jan2013CLARK FREEPORT, January 10 (PIA) -- All roads lead to the Clark Development Corporation Parade Grounds on January 26 for the “Blue Run Year 2: I struggle, I win” - a family-oriented fund raising activity organized by Don Bosco Pampanga Batch 1988 in cooperation with the Don Bosco Alumni Association (DBAA) – Pampanga Chapter. Event chairman and technical director Melvin Fausto of Batch 1988 said the “Blue Run” aims to raise funds for the various activities of the DBAA. Proceeds from...
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09Jan2013LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Enero 9 (PIA) -- Inanunsyo kahapon ng Department of Budget and Management na inilabas na nito ang P483.6 milyon pondo para masimulan na ang second phase irrigation component ng Casecnan Multi-Purpose Irrigation and Power Project (CMIPP) ng National Irrigation Administration (NIA) na magbibigay patubig sa ilang pangunahing sakahan sa Gitnang Luzon. Bukod sa Casecnan, dalawang iba pang proyektong patubig ng NIA na inaprubahan ng National Economic and Development Authority B...
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09Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 9 (PIA) -- The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) recently turned over 1,000 school armchairs to the Department of Education district offices in Candelaria, North Sta. Cruz, and South Sta. Cruz in Zambales. “Zambales Mining Alliance, under its memorandum of agreement with DENR, agreed to fabricate the school armchairs out of the 864 pieces of wood we had seized during a three-month anti-illegal logging operations at the boundary of Sta. Cr...
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09Jan2013CABANATUAN CITY, Jan. 9 (PIA) -- Department of Budget and Management announced Tuesday that it has released P483.6 million for the start of the second phase irrigation component of the Casecnan Multi-Purpose Irrigation and Power Project (CMIPP) of the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) that is set to benefit key farmlands in Central Luzon. Apart from Casecnan, two other NIA irrigation projects that were approved by the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Board received fund...
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09Jan2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Jan 9 (PIA) -- Gourmet mushrooms that grow only in cold countries are now cultivated here using local raw materials. At the Angeles City Livelihood Complex in Barangay Pulung Cacutud, the Healthy Mushrooms, Inc. is engaged in the cultivation, growing, and processing of gourmet mushrooms using state-of-the-art equipment and technology-based production systems under a controlled environment. Four kinds of mushrooms are propagated – the shiitake, king oyster o...
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09Jan2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Enero 9 (PIA) -- Ibinigay na ng Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) ang 1,000 school armchairs sa mga tanggapan ng Department of Education (DepEd) sa Candelaria, North Sta. Cruz at South Sta. Cruz sa Zambales. Ayon kay DENR Regional Executive Director Maximo Dichoso, may kasunduan sila sa Zambales Mining Alliance na gawing mga school armchairs ang 864 piraso ng kahoy na kanilang nasamsam sa tatlong buwan na anti-illegal logging operations s...
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09Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 9 (PIA) -- Tuluy na tuloy na ang pagbubukas ng tanggapan ng Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) sa loob ng gusali ng Bulacan Medical Center sa lungsod ng Malolos. Kinumpirma ito ni Gobernador Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado matapos ang pakikipagpulong niya kay PCSO Chairman Margarita Juico kamakailan. Layunin nito na mapadali at mapabilis ang transaksyon ng mga Bulakenyong pinakanangangailangan ng ayudang pangkalusugan mula sa naturang ahensya ng pamahalaan....
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08Jan2013CAMP AQUINO, Tarlac, Jan. 8 (PIA) -- Northern Luzon Command (NOLCOM) invites all running enthusiasts to join its fun run slated on January 19 at the Camp Aquino grandstand. “The fun run has three categories namely 3k, 5k, and 7k with registration fee at P350, P400, and P450 respectively. First place prizes range from P2,000 to P4,000” NOLCOM Command Information Office chief P2Lt. Oscar Zaldivar said. Proceeds of the fun run will go to the Nursing Service of the Camp Aquino Station Hospital...
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08Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 8 (PIA) -- Bawal na ang paggamit at pagbili ng plastic sa Bulacan. Ito ang ipinabatid ni Gob. Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado sa isinagawang ceremonial launching nang pagpapatupad ng bagong ordinansa na ginanap sa Mc Donald’s-Bulacan State University kahapon. Nilagdaan ni Alvarado ang “Mga Alituntunin at Patakaran sa Pagpapatupad ng Kautusan Blg. 2012-09 o ‘Panlalawigang Kautusang Nagbabawal sa Paggamit ng non-biodegradable plastic bags, styrofoam at mga kauri n...
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08Jan2013Ang bandilang iwinawagayway natin ay simbulo ng kalayaan ng ating Republika at ng ating buhay na demokrasya. May malalim na dahilan kung bakit nagwawagayway ng bandila. Bumabandera ito sa ibabaw ng mga mamamayan na nagtatamo ng mga biyaya ng Republika. Biyaya para sa pantay-pantay na karapatan sa paninirahan, edukasyon, makapili ng relihiyon, magmay-ari sa lupang sinasaka. May 114 taon na ang nakakaraan nang ang ating mga bayani ay nagpagal, nagsikap at nag-alay ng kanilang buhay para sa bayan...
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08Jan2013CAMP AQUINO, Tarlac, Enero 8 (PIA) -- Inaanyayahan ng Northern Luzon Command (Nolcom) ang lahat ng mga running enthusiasts na sumali sa idaraos nitong fun run sa ika-19 ng Enero sa Camp Aquino grandstand. Ayon kay Nolcom Information Office Chief P2Lt. Oscar Zaldivar, ang fun run ay may tatlong kategorya- 3k, 5k at 7k na may registration fee na P350, P400 at P450. Mula P2,000 hanggang P4,000 ang inaasahang makukuha ng mga magwawagi. Ang malilikom ay mapupunta sa Nursing Service ng Camp Aquino...
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08Jan2013ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Jan. 8 (PIA) -- Angeles City’s Edgardo Pamintuan ranked 8th in the 2012 World Mayor Competition, organizer City Mayors Foundation announced Tuesday. Pamintuan was cited for concentrating on improving the city’s health system, providing better education for all, and investing in infrastructures. “He has remained popular with residents who welcomed improvements in drainage and environmental infrastructure, as well as work on healthcare and welfare including educatio...
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08Jan2013ANGELES CITY, Jan. 8 (PIA) -- The City Teen Information Center for Adolescent Health and Youth Development calls on young Angeleños to make summer productive by attending their free talent enhancement workshops. “The workshops will be held every Tuesday and Saturday and will run for 15 days. Keyboard and guitar lessons are offered to musical enthusiasts, singing sessions to the diva wannabes, and for those aspiring actors and actresses, we have theater acting tutorials” said Youth Peer C...
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08Jan2013ANGELES CITY, Jan. 8 (PIA) -- A non-government organization and a group of real estate brokers on Saturday conducted a feeding program in Angeles City benefitting 53 children of Ang Duyan ni Maria orphanage. “This is our way of touching the hearts of the kids, this our way of giving back our blessings to our community. When we arrived there, they came running towards us and you could see that their eyes are glimmering, they were all smiles and really eager to meet you even if they haven’t k...
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07Jan2013CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Jan.7 (PIA) -- Residents of Bataan have welcomed this new year with high hopes as the city government revealed its “record-breaking” economic achievements that include P6 billion worth of investments in 2012. In his recent State of the City Address, Mayor Jose Enrique Garcia III said that the fast-growing Bataan capital has reached greater heights with the increasing business investments and revenues the city recorded in the past year. “I am delighted to report...
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08Jan2013LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Enero 8 (PIA) -- Puno ng pag-asang sinalubong ng mga taga-Balanga ang Bagong Taon matapos ibalita ng Pamahalaang Lungsod ang “record-breaking” na natamo nito para sa mamamayan katulad ng P6 bilyong halaga ng negosyo na pumasok nitong 2012. Sa kanyang State of the City Address kamakailan, sinabi ni Mayor Jose Enrique Garcia III na patuloy ang pag-unlad ng lungsod dahil sa pagdami ng mga negosyo rito at pagtaas ng kita ng pamahalaan batay sa mga tala ng nakaraang t...
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08Jan2013LUNGSOD NA MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 8 (PIA) -- Idineklara ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ang Enero 23, araw ng Miyerkules, bilang isang special-non-working holiday kaugnay ng pagdiriwang ng ika-114 taong aniberbersaryo ng pagkakatatag ng Unang Republika ng Pilipinas. Sa pamamagitan ng Proklamasyon Blg. 523 na nilagdaan ni Executive Secretary Paquito Ochoa Jr. noong Disyembre 10, 2012, ginawa ng Pangulo ang deklarasyon upang bigyan ng higit na pagpapahalaga at pagkakataon ang mga Bulakenyo na ip...
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08Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Enero 8 (PIA) -- Umabot sa anim na katao ang naging biktima ng ligaw na bala sa ginawang pagsalubong sa Bagong Taon sa lalawigan ng Bulacan. Ayon sa ulat ng Bulacan Police Provincial Office (BPPO), lima ang naitalang tinamaan sa lungsod ng San Jose del Monte at isa sa bayan ng Baliwag. Base sa inisyal na imbestigasyon ng mga otoridad, nasa pagitan ng alas-12 hanggang ala-1:20 ng madaling araw ng Enero 1 naganap ang mga insidente. Nasa kustodiya na ng Scene of the ...
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07Jan2013TARLAC CITY, Jan 7 (PIA) -- Department of Tourism Region 3 (DOT-3) has issued a travel advisory to all Pinatubo-bound hikers following the death of a 44 year old Overseas Filipino Worker who jumped into a deep section of its crater lake. “Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology has found the Pinatubo crater lake water to contain hazardous substances, specifically arsenic, aluminum, boron, chloride, iron, manganese, sulphate and total solids which may affect human health in various ...
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07Jan2013LUNGSOD NG TARLAC, Enero 7 (PIA) -- Naglabas ang Department of Tourism (DOT-3) ng "travel advisory" sa lahat ng Pinatubo-bound hikers kasunod ng pagkamatay ng isang 44 taong gulang na Overseas Filipino Worker na tumalon sa malalim na bahagi ng crater lake nito. Ayon kay DOT Regional Director Ronaldo Tiotuico, napagalaman ng Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology na naglalaman ang tubig ng crater ng mga hazardous substances partikular ang arsenic, aluminum, boron, chloride, iron, man...
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07Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan 7 (PIA) -- Civil Service Commission (CSC) Regional Office 3 continues to accept applications for the first Career Service Professional and Subprofessional Paper and Pencil Tests of 2013 that is scheduled on April 14. "Exams are open to all Filipino citizens aged 18 years old and above who are of good moral character, have neither been found guilty to an offense involving immorality nor have been dishonorably dismissed from any civilian position in the governm...
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07Jan2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Enero 7 (PIA) -- Patuloy na tumatanggap ng mga aplikasyon ang Civil Service Commission (CSC) Regional Office 3 para sa unang Career Service Professional at Subprofessional Paper and Pencil Tests ng 2013 na idaraos sa ika-14 ng Abril. Ayon kay CSC Central Luzon information officer Diana Henson, ang mga pagsusulit ay bukas sa lahat ng Pilipino edad 18 pataas na may good moral character, hindi nahatulan ng "guilty" sa kahit anong kaso o di kaya ay natanggal sa go...
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06Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, January 6 (PIA) -- To identify trafficking victims, people should know what to look out for. Women and girls are trafficked for sex while men and boys are exploited for labor. These are among the tips given by the Regional Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (Riacat) in a forum on how to spot a victim. "What are the other signs of sexual exploitation which are the result of trafficking? Women and young girls are forced to prostitute in streets by knocking o...
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05Jan2013SASMUAN, Pampanga, January 5 (PIA) -- Devotees from various parts of the country will once again flock to Sasmuan town beginning tomorrow for the start of its annual five day dancing ritual dubbed “Kuraldal Atlung Ari” which coincides with the Feast of the Three Kings. In a press statement, the Municipal government of Sasmuan said “the tradition is in honor of the town’s patron saint- St. Lucy which is believed to grant ardent wishes specifically immediate cure to illnesses and a long-a...
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05Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan 4 (PIA) – A total of P13 million has been given to some 4,000 high school and college Fernandino students as part of the city government’s Scholarship in Education for Empowerment and Development (SEED) program Thursday. The 14-year old program provides financial assistance twice a year to its beneficiaries worth P2,000 for secondary scholars and P5,000 for tertiary scholars. "We are still continuing the program to provide a better quality of life to Fer...
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04Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan. 4 (PIA) -- Department of Health (DOH) recorded a 41 percent decrease in the number of fireworks-related injuries during the 2013 New Year revelry compared to the previous holiday season. DOH Regional Director Leonita Gorgolon disclosed that “there were 275 cases from December 21, 2012 to January 2, 2013 which is a significant drop to the 465 cases tallied during the same period last year.” There was one reported incident each for firecracker ingestion a...
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04Jan2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Enero 4 (PIA) -- Bumaba ng 41 porsyento ang bilang ng mga biktima ng paputok nitong pagsalubong sa Bagong Taon sa Gitnang Luzon. Inihayag ni Department of Health Regional Director Leonita Gorgolon na umabot sa 275 ang mga naitalang biktima mula ika-21 ng Disyembre, 2012 hanggang ika-dalawa ng Enero, 2013 kumpara sa 465 kaso sa nagdaang Holiday Season. Sa numerong ito, tig-isa ang naiulat na nakalulon ng watusi at tinamaan ng ligaw na bala habang 18 ang nagtam...
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04Jan2013BALER, Aurora, Enero 4 (PIA) -- Kinumpiska ng Philippine National Police-Police Region 3 (PNP-3) ang mga ilegal na paputok na nagkakahalaga ng P695,000 habang nagsasaya ang mga tao sa buong Gitnang Luzon sa pagsalubong ng Bagong Taon. Isinara ng mga pulis ang dalawang tindahan sa Bocaue, Bulacan sa pagbebenta ng mga ipinagbabawal na mga paputok. Sinabi ni Regional Director Police Superintendent Edgardo Ladao na 36 na katao ang inaresto dahil sa paglabag sa Republic Act 7183, batas na nagkokont...
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04Jan2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Enero 4 (PIA) -- Inaanyayahan ng Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) ang mga residente ng Gitnang Luzon na wag palampasin ang oportunidad na makapagtrabaho sa mga embahada at konsulado ng Pilipinas sa pamamagitan ng pagkuha ng qualifying test ng Foreign Service Officer Exam na nakatakda sa ika-10 ng Marso. Ayon kay DFA Regional Officer-In-Charge Arturo Romua, bukas ang pagsusulit sa lahat ng mga natural born na Filipino edad 35 years old pababa na may bachelor...
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04Jan2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Jan 4 (PIA) -– Around 13,000 people trooped to the Waterfront Road and Boardwalk Park in Subic Bay Freeport on New Year’s Eve to welcome 2013. The revelers brought food for their traditional New Year’s feast, pitched tents and set up tables in the seaside venue, heard Mass and watched a mini-concert while awaiting the fireworks display. “The New Year Countdown is our way of giving thanks for all the blessings in the ending year, as well as welcoming the coming new y...
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04Jan2013Erratum: This article title should have read Subic Bay Freeport workforce nearing 90,000 mark. Please find below the corrected article. SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Jan. 4 (PIA) -- The total number of workforce inside the Subic Bay Freeport has neared the 90,000 mark at the end of 2012. This was announced by Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority Chairman Roberto Garcia, stating that the agency needs to be more aggressive in enticing more investors. “The current number of employees which is 89,372 has ...
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04Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan.4 (PIA) -- Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) invites Central Luzon residents to take the qualifying test of the Foreign Service Officer Exam that is scheduled on March 10. DFA Regional Officer-In-Charge Arturo Romua said the exam is open to all natural born Filipinos aged 35 years old and below who are holders of a bachelor’s degree or higher and have undergone employment or undertaken further studies for at least two years. The Qualifying test covers a)...
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03Jan2013LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Enero 3 (PIA) -- Itinalaga si P/Senior Supt. Joel Orduña bilang bagong hepe ng Bulacan Police Provincial Office (BPPO). Pinalitan ni Orduna si P/Senior Supt. Noli Taliño, na nanungkulan bilang office-in-charge ng BPPO kasabay ng kanyang panunungkulan din bilang deputy regional director for operations ng Police Regional Office (PRO) 3 na nakabase sa Camp Olivas sa Pampanga. Isinagawa ang turn-over ceremony sa nasabing kampo sa pangunguna ni Chief Supt. Wendy Rosario, ang d...
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03Jan2013SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Jan. 3 (PIA) -- Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) communication researcher Jaime Manalo IV won the Best Qualitative Conference Paper Award during the recent International Conference on Communication and Media ’12 (i-COME ’12) in Penang, Malaysia. i-COME ’12 aimed to address communication and media issues such as challenges in the socio-economic and political agenda, cultural integration, and social reengineering. The conference gathered more than 120 ...
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03Jan2013LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Enero 3 (PIA) -- Aprubado na ng Regional Development Council (RDC) ang Dalton Pass Eastern Alignment Project na bumabagtas sa mga kabundukang bahagi ng Nueva Vizcaya at Nueva Ecija. Ayon kay National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Regional Director at RDC Vice Chairman Severino Santos, ang konstruksyon ng alternatibong ruta ay kinakailangan upang masuportahan ang paglago ng turismo at iba pang sektor sa mga lalawigan sa Cagayan Valley, Cordillera, a...
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03Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 3 (PIA) -- The Aquino administration has earmarked a total of P13 million for various nutrition programs in Central Luzon this year. “The whole amount will be utilized for the Promote Good Nutrition (PGN) component of the government’s Accelerated Hunger-Mitigation Program,” National Nutrition Council Region 3 Program coordinator Victoria Mañez disclosed. PGN aims to improve the nutrition knowledge, attitudes and practices of families to increase demand f...
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03Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 3 (PIA) -- Officials from Department of Health (DOH) and Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) commended the passage of Republic Act 10351 or the Sin Tax Reform Law of 2012, which took effect on New Year’s Day, noting that it is a good input for the health sector. “The law will provide for the health insurance of our people especially the poor. Once you are insured, you don’t have to worry getting hospitalized or have a check-up because now...
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03Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, January 3 (PIA) -- The government has already begun the conduct of more comprehensive studies such as detailed engineering and business study on the Central Luzon Link Expressway (CLLEX) in anticipation for the commencement of its construction. Marilou Camua of the Department of Public Works and Highways Project Management Office- Build Operate Transfer disclosed that loan agreement for the 30.7 kilometer Tarlac-Cabanatuan section of CLLEX was signed last March 3...
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03Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, January 3 (PIA) -- Regional Development Council (RDC) has given the green light for the Dalton Pass Eastern Alignment Project which traverses the mountainous areas of Nueva Vizcaya and Nueva Ecija. “The construction of an alternative route is imperative to support agricultural, industrial, and tourism growth and exchange among the provinces in Cagayan Valley, Cordillera and Central Luzon as the current one is frequented by landslides during the rainy season and...
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03Jan2013CLARK FREEPORT, January 3 (PIA) -- Newly appointed Clark Development Corporation (CDC) President and Chief Execuitve Officer Arthur Tugade has ushered in new culture in the state-owned firm in his first official address with the employees Wednesday. During the flag-raising ceremonies, Tugade told CDC officials and employees that there are three traits he wants to share with his co-workers in Clark which he thinks are most effective ways in making the state-owned firm to global competitiveness....
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03Jan2013CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Jan 3 (PIA) – Illegal firecrackers worth P695,000 have been confiscated by the Philippine National Police – Police Regional Office 3 (PNP-PRO3) as revelers across Central Luzon welcomed the New Year. The police closed down two stores in Bocaue, Bulacan for selling prohibited firecrackers. Regional Director Police Superintendent Edgardo Ladao said 36 persons were arrested because of violation of Republic Act 7183, an act regulating the sale, manufacture, dis...
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02Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan.2 (PIA) -- Civil Service Commission - Region 3 (CSC - 3) continues to accept nominations for the 2013 Search for Outstanding Public Officials and Employees. “State workers may be nominated in any of the three categories namely the Presidential Lingkod Bayan, Pag-asa, and Dangal ng Bayan awards," said Diana Henson,CSC -3 information officer. "The Presidential Lingkod Bayan is conferred to an individual or group for their extraordinary contributions resultin...
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02Jan2013SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Jan 2 (PIA) -- Tarlac City took home the Consistent Regional Outstanding Winner on Nutrition (Crown) Award after laudable achievements in ensuring the nutritional well-being of its constituents. City Councilor and Sangguniang Panlungsod Health and Sanitation Committee chair Arsenio Lugay II received the honor in behalf of Mayor Gelacio Manalang from Health Assistant Secretary Gerardo Bayugo during the recent Regional Nutrition Awarding Ceremony. “We are deeply ho...
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02Jan2013SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Jan 2 (PIA) -- The year 2012 ended on a high note for the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) in terms of tourism as the agency became more aggressive in promoting and drawing more visitors to the Freeport. Marking a year of outstanding growth in its tourism promotions program, the Subic Bay Freeport received a certification from the Department of Tourism (DOT) affirming it as the "Premier Convention Capital of Central Luzon," with the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention...
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02Jan2013TARLAC CITY, Jan 2 (PIA) -- It’s all systems go for the opening of the Tarlac-Carmen section of the 88.15 kilometers (km) Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX) on May 31. “The construction of this section, which runs 48.6 km, is 71.18 percent finished as of December. We are on track with our target date,” said Marilou Camua of the Department of Public Works and Highways Project Management Office. “There is still ongoing works in the Agno Viaduct on the 13.72 km Carmen-Urdaneta ...
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02Jan2013LUNGSOD NG TARLAC, Enero 2 (PIA) -- Tuloy na tuloy na ang pagbubukas ng Tarlac-Carmen section ng 88.15 kilometrong Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX) sa ika-31 ng Mayo. Ayon kay Marilou Camua ng Department of Public Works and Highways Project Management Office- Build Operate Transfer, 71.18 porsyento na ang natapos sa naturang bahagi na may habang 48.6 kilometro kaya makakasunod ito sa nabanggit na target date. Dagdag pa ni Camua na kasalukuyang ginagawa ang Agno Viaduct sa 13.72 k...
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29Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 29 (PIA) -- The coastal waters of Bataan, Bulacan, and Zambales provinces remain free from toxic red tide as of December 20, Shellfish Bulletin No. 29, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) reported. BFAR Regional Director Remedios Ongtangco said coastal waters of Bulacan and Bataan - towns of Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Balanga, Orani, Abucay and Samal in Manila Bay; Masinloc Bay in Zambales are free from toxic red tides. Shellfish from ...
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28Dec2012SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Dec 28 (PIA) -- Department of Health (DOH) Region 3 appealed to Central Luzon revelers to safely welcome 2013 by avoiding use of firecrackers. “I encourage everyone to use safer materials to create noise such as stereos, vehicle horns, cans, and pots and pans. Also, the celebration could be as happy and complete by participating in community fireworks display, parties and concerts,” DOH Regional Director Leonita Gorgolon said. For those who would be victims of ...
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28Dec2012FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija, Dec 28 (PIA) -- Army’s 7th Infantry Division (7ID) Commander Brigadier General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. called on the Communist Party of the Philippines-National Democratic Front-New People’s Army (CPP-NDF-NPA) to join the Armed Forces of the Philippines in its fight against climate change. “We are now fighting a new war that is climate change. Hence, I challenge the CPP-NDF-NPA to declare a bilateral ceasefire in disaster-prone areas and help in the construc...
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28Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 28 (PIA) -- Center for Kapampangan Studies (CKS) of Holy Angel University will launch today late poet Delfin Turla Quiboloy’s book entitled “Iyas King Balas” (Gem on the sand) in his hometown in Lubao. “The book is a collection of poems made by Quiboloy during his lifetime” CKS Director Robby Tantingco said. “The launch, to be held at the Diosdado Macapagal Museum, shall feature music and poetry reading. Quiboloy’s son Dante will speak in beha...
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27Dec2012BULACAN, December 27 (PIA) - Upholding public safety above all is the foremost mandate of the Department of Health (DOH). On the other hand, improving the lives of the people, in this case, the Bulacan residents, by boosting their income is a task being advanced by the provincial government of Bulacan. But these conflicting goals pose a dilemma during these Christmas and New Year holidays for the two public service agencies. While DOH has been an active promoter of safe holidays by preventing ...
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27Dec2012Over the past 23 years, Archbishop Paciano Aniceto has been the Archbishop of the Archdiocese of San Fernando, Pampanga. He has also been a priest for 50 years now. Apu Ceto, as he is fondly called, was ordained a priest in December 23, 1962 at the Manila Metropolitan Cathedral. His anniversary will be celebrated in Pampanga for two days on December 27 and 28. At 10 a.m. on December 27, at least five bishops will tour the St. James the Apostle or Betis Church in Guagua and the San ...
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27Dec2012SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Dec 27 (PIA) -- Regional Development Council (RDC) recently approved a resolution favorably endorsing the Central Luzon component of the Philippine Rural Development Program (PRDP) of the Department of Agriculture. “The PRDP, whose Central Luzon part covers the provinces Nueva Ecija and Zambales, is a national government platform for an inclusive, value-chain based and climate-smart agriculture to be implemented in partnership with local government units and agri-...
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27Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec 27 (PIA) -- A Novo Ecijano was named as this year’s Outstanding Barangay Nutrition Scholar (BNS) in Central Luzon besting 12 other nominees. Marites Supeña of Barangay Dimasalung Sur in Talavera town was cited for her intensive promotion of breastfeeding to working mothers in her village, proper storage of breast milk, and encouraging neighbors to plant fruits and vegetables in their backyards and vacant lots. She personally received a trophy and P12,0...
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26Dec2012LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dis 27 (PIA) -- Inaprubahan kamakailan ng Regional Development Council (RDC) ang Central Luzon component ng Philippine Rural Development Program (PRDP) ng Department of Agriculture. Sinabi ni National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Regional Director at RDC Vice Chairman Severino Santos na ang PRDP, kung saan sasaklawin nito ang mga lalawigan ng Nueva Ecija at Zambales, ay naglalayong mapabuti ang seguridad sa pagkain ng bansa sa pamamagitan ng impro...
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26Dec2012SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, Dec. 26 (PIA) -- Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) has signed a memorandum of agreement with Consortium for Japanese Veterinary Medicinal Products Manufacturers (CJVM) and Korea Institute for Animal Products Quality Evaluation (KAPE) to enhance the quality of animal products through technology exchange and regulate the veterinary medicinal products in the country. KAPE performs grading service under the goal of enhancing the qualities of animal products, facili...
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26Dec2012SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ, Nueva Ecija, Dec. 26 (PIA) -- Philippine rice is arsenic-safe. “Unlike some 60 rice and rice products in the United States that the Food and Drug Administration reported to contain cancer-causing arsenic, locally grown rice varieties are safe from it” disclosed Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) chemist Joy Bartolome Duldulao. Arsenic is a naturally occurring metal in the soil in very negligible amounts, if not for environmental pollutants such as arseni...
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26Dec2012SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Dec. 26 (PIA) -- Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) recently inked a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) to further strengthen industrial peace in the freeport zone. Labor Undersecretary for Social Protection Lourdes Trasmonte and SBMA Chairman Roberto Garcia led the signing in behalf of their respective agencies. The MOA covers DOLE program areas on industrial peace, labor education, and enforcement of labor standards. In a me...
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26Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 26 (PIA) -- Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with global technology experts on urban planning and information and communications technology (ICT) development to optimize the potential of a proposed Green City inside the Clark Special Economic Zone (CSEZ). The MOU signing was led by BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Arnel Paciano Casanova, Cisco Country General Manager Stephen Thoma...
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26Dec2012SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Dec. 26 (PIA) -- Thousands of runners from some 300 cooperatives in the seven provinces of Central Luzon raced for a cause in Subic Bay Freeport during the “Cooperative Advocacy Run” that was held as part of the simultaneous nationwide celebration of the International Year of Cooperatives (IYC). The event, organized by the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) in Region 3, drew around 17,000 registered runners who competed in two race categories. CDA-Region 3 Director...
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26Dec2012CLARK FREEPORT, Dec. 26 (PIA) -- Clark Development Corporation announced the appointments of its new Chairman and President/Chief Executive Officer, both of whom hail from prestigious and multinational firms. In its regular meeting held last week, the CDC Board of Directors elected former Pilipinas Shell executive Engr. Eliseo Santiago as CDC chairman, replacing former AFP Chief of Staff Eduardo Oban, Jr. who was appointed as Undersecretary for Operations at the Department of Transportation an...
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23Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 23 (PIA) -- Vice President Jejomar Binay has appealed for donations to a fund drive to raise P44 million for Kapampangan Joselito Zapanta, an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) who was given until March next year to raise the blood money to save him from execution in Saudi Arabia. “Our generosity especially during this season of sharing will go a long way in saving this young man’s life,” the Vice President said in his Christmas Message. “As we celebra...
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23Dec2012We've heard of Francis Magalona’s “Kaleidoscope world” in rhythm, but seeing the burst and changing colors come to life is awesome. At the recently held Giant Lantern Festival (GLF), the kaleidoscope of life translated in giant lanterns or stars have been enchanting millions of Filipinos for 81 years now. Pampanga's unique and fascinating parols (lanterns) have also gone global - Japan, Taiwan, Austria, USA, Hawaii, Ireland, Russia, Thailand, and now Malaysia are proud to display these...
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22Dec2012Tiyak na tuwing bibili ng paputok upang sasalubungin ang Bagong Taon, Bocaue ang puntahan ng karamihan, hindi lamang ng mga taga Bulacan kundi pati na ang karatig lalawigan at siyempre ng Maynila. Talagang hindi na ipag-iimbita na bumili sa bayang ito dahil sa mahabang panahon sa kasaysayan ng Bulacan, ito ang nagiging sentro ng kalakalan ng paputok tuwing sasapit ang pagsalubong sa maingay na Bagong Taon. Marahil, naaalala pa ng mga may edad na sa atin na noong araw na hindi pa mahigpit sa N...
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23Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 23 (PIA) -- The internet is used extensively by business establishments in Central Luzon in obtaining information about government organizations. This is just one of the results of the 2010 Survey on Information and Communication Technology conducted by the National Statistics Office (NSO). Out of the 89 establishments surveyed, 78% use the medium to get data about government agencies and 74.5% request for government forms using the internet. Bu...
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22Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 22 (PIA) -- The 2010 Annual Survey of Philippine Business and Industry registered a total of 1,852 establishments in Central Luzon with employment of 20 persons and over. Total employment in 2010 reached 221,793. Paid employees comprise 220,567. Results of the survey showed that manufacturing has the most number of workers with 109,164. Education ranked second with 21,106. This was followed by support service activities with 18,393. As expected, manu...
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22Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 22 (PIA) -- Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and the Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) will jointly allocate some P3.2 million to reforest an initial 130 hectares of the Mariveles watershed to boost the water potential of the Freeport Area of Bataan dam. Aside from the DENR and AFAB, officials of the Export Processing Zone Chamber of Exporters and Manufacturing, Inc. (EPZCEM) also committed to support the 25-year reforesta...
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21Dec2012BALANGA CITY, Bataan, Dec 18 (PIA) -- The plan to widen the perilous Zigzag Road in Mariveles town elicited a positive reaction from the business and local sectors in the province as Mayor Jesse Concepcion disclosed his plans to go for it after 70 years of waiting. The perennial action was just to repair the six-kilometer perilous portion of the mountain road from Barangay Alas-asin to Brgy. Maligaya when the more practical solution was to widen it, said Concepcion. “After World War II, tha...
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21Dec2012LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Disyembre 20 (PIA) – Mas maliwanang na kinabukasan para sa ekonomiya ng Bataan ang nakikita ngayon ng mga negosyante rito matapos iulat ng Philippine National Police (PNP) na isa ang Bataan sa mga lalawigan sa Gitnang Luzon na may pinakamababang bilang ng krimen. Ayon kay Bataan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. President Victor Quezon, malaking tulong ang 3rd quarter report ng PNP, na nagsasabing ang Bataan ang ikalawang lalawigan sa rehiyon na may pinakamaba...
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21Dec2012CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Dec 21 (PIA) – Tired of squeezing into malls and crowded bazaars to look for Christmas gifts and apparels? The Freeport Area of Bataan (FAB) has opened its spacious grounds to the public for the FAB Fair ’12 which exhibits over 60 companies and enterprises selling factory-price and export-quality clothes, shoes, and various items. With the theme “Building Connections,” the annual fair will be opened until December 23 in the FAB grounds in Mariveles town, stagi...
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21Dec2012CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, December 21 (PIA) – Business leaders in Bataan said they see a brighter future in the economy here after a Philippine National Police (PNP) report disclosed that Bataan is among the provinces in Central Luzon with the lowest crime rate. The 3rd quarter report, which stated that Bataan is the second province in the region with the lowest crime volume, will help magnetize investors into taking a better look on the advantages of putting up business in the “peaceful pen...
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21Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 20 (PIA) -- Bukas na ang rehistrasyon para sa PhilHealth Nationwide Run 2013 na gaganapin sa araw ng Linggo ng Pebrero 17, 2013. Sa isang pahayag, sinabi ng Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) na layunin nito na higit na isulong ang programang Kalusugang Pangkalatahan o Universal Health Care ng administrasyong Aquino sa pamamagitan ng pagpapalawak ng seguro sa kalusugan ng pinakamahihirap na Pilipino. Nakatakdang idaos ang nasabing ‘takbuha...
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21Dec2012BALIWAG, Bulacan, Dis 21 (PIA) -- Muling ipinamalas ng mga Bulakenyo ang ispiritu ng pagbabayanihan sa ginawang pagsuporta sa “Baryanihan 2012” project ng SM Hypermarket Baliuag. Matapos ang paglulunsad ng proyekto noong Abril 2012, nakalikom ng kabuuang P60,000 ang naturang establisyimento na siyang ginamit pambili ng mga beddings, toiletries at ilan pang kagamitan ng mga senior citizens mula sa nasabing bayan bilang regalo ngayong panahon ng Pasko. Ayon kay Beverly Cruz, public relation ...
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21Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 21 (PIA) -- Sumentro ang ika-10 taong pagiging lungsod ng Malolos sa patuloy na pagbababa ng serbisyo at kabi-kabilang paglulunsad ng programa para sa mga mamamayan. Pangunahing layunin na maiparamdam sa karaniwang Malolenyo ang mga biyaya ng pagiging isang lungsod sa pamamagitan ng magkakaugnay na serbisyo, proyekto at programang pangkaunlaran, ayon kay Mayor Christian Natividad. Una na rito ang regular na pagdaraos ng mga Job at Livelihood Fairs na palagiang ...
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21Dec2012LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Dis 21 (PIA) – Pagod ka na bang makipaggitgitan sa mga mall at bazaar para makahanap ng pamaskong regalo? Nilunsad ng Binuksan ang Freeport Area of Bataan (FAB) kamakailan ang FAB Fair ’12 kung saan mahigit 60 kompanya ang nagbebenta ng factory-price at export-quality na mga damit, sapatos at iba pang gamit. Sa temang “Building Connections,” bubuksan ang taunang fair hanggang Disyembre 23 sa FAB grounds sa bayan ng Mariveles na magtatampok ng mga kompanya ga...
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21Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec 21 (PIA) -- The province of Pampanga, along with Tarlac City and Paombong town in Bulacan, were named on Tuesday as this year’s recipients of the Regional Green Banner Award (GBA) given by National Nutrition Council (NNC). Health Area Assistant Secretary for Northern and Central Luzon Gerardo Bayugo personally conferred the accolade to the winners in a ceremony held at the Regional Government Center in the City of San Fernando. In a message, Bayugo said ...
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21Dec2012CAMP ALEJO SANTOS, Lungsod ng Malolos, Bulacan, Dis. 21 (PIA) -- Walumput dalawang most wanted person kabilang ang No. 10 most wanted sa bayan ng Obando ang naaresto ng mga kagawad ng Bulacan Police Provincial Office (BPPO) nito lamang nakaraang buong buwan ng Nobyembre. Sa ulat ng bagong talagang Officer-in-Charge ng Bulacan PPO, P/Sr. Supt. Noli Taliño, ang pagkakaresto sa mga nasabing wanted persons ay resulta ng kanilang mga serye ng operasyon at mas pinaigting na kampanya nito laban sa kr...
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20Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 20 (PIA) -- Pampanga bagged the Provincial Green Banner Award (GBA) in Central Luzon for the second straight year after laudable achievements in ensuring the nutritional well being of its constituents. Provincial Health Office (PHO) chief Dr. Marcelo Jaochico received the honor in behalf of Governor Lilia Pineda during Tuesday’s Regional Nutrition Awarding Ceremony where Bataan and Nueva Ecija placed second and third in that category, respectively. “It...
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20Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO , Pampanga, Dec 20 (PIA) -- In its continuous pursuit to transform the country’s electric transmission facilities into a first-world utility, the National Grid Corp of the Philippines (NGCP) is currently completing its new back-up Luzon Regional Control Center (LRCC) located at its Mexico substation in Pampanga. The back-up control center will be the dispatching and control arena of power supply and demand for the whole Luzon should the main regional control center be un...
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20Dec2012CABANATUAN CITY, Nueva Ecija, Dec 20 (PIA) -- The Philippine Army's 7th Infantry Division (7ID) has condemned the burning of two heavy duty construction equipment by elements of the New Peoples Army (NPA) in Barangay Putlan, Carranglan town in Nueva Ecija last Saturday evening. “These are criminals who extort money from contractors. They resort to burning equipment when their extortion demands were denied” said 7ID Commander Brigadier General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. “We will ensure th...
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20Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 20 (PIA) -- Over 9,000 poor but deserving college and vocational students in Central Luzon were given an opportunity to work in private companies and local government units (LGUs) this year under the government’s Special Program for the Employment of Students (SPES). Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Regional Director Raymundo Agravante disclosed “we have achieved a 119 percent accomplishment rate in the implementation of our SPES Program surpas...
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20Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec 20 (PIA) -- Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has successfully established ten industrial tripartite councils (ITCs) in Central Luzon this year in a bid to maintain peace among management and labor in various sectors. “We now have construction ITCs in Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Tarlac and Zambales as well as a Regional which serves as the umbrella council; a Mining ITC in Zambales; and a Business Process Outsourcing in Nueva Ecija,” DOLE Regional Di...
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20Dec2012LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Dis 20 (PIA) -- Muling inilunsad kamakailan ng Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Nueva Ecija ang newsletter nitong pinamagatang "Luntiang Pitak." Ayon kay DILG Assistant Regional Director at concurrent Provincial Director Abraham Pascua, layunin ng "Luntiang Pitak" na ipakita ang kanilang pagsusumikap upang maabot ang Good Governance platform ng administrasyong Aquino. Dagdag pa ni Pascua na ipakikita rin dito ang mga best practices of local...
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20Dec2012LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Disyembre 19 (PIA) -- Nakapagtatag ang Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) ng 10 Industrial Tripartite Councils (ITCs) sa Gitnang Luzon ngayong taon na naglalayong panatilihin ang pang-industriyang kapayapaan. Sinabi ni DOLE Regional Director Raymundo Agravante na may mga construction ITCs na sa Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Tarlac at Zambales at may Regional na rin na nagsisilbing umbrella council; Mining ITC sa Zambales; at Business Process Outsourcing sa N...
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20Dec2012LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dis 20 (PIA) -- May 9,000 mahihirap ngunit karapatdapat na college at vocational students sa Gitnang Luzon ang nabigyan ng oportunidad na magtrabaho sa mga pribadong kumpanya at lokal na pamahalaan ngayong taon sa ilalim ng Special Program for the Employment of Students (SPES) ng gobyerno. Sinabi ni Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Regional Director Raymundo Agravante na nakapagtala sila ng 119 porsyentong accomplishment rate sa implementasyon ng SPES...
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20Dec2012LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Dis 20 (PIA) -- Kinondena ng 7th Infantry Division (7ID) ng Philippine Army ang ginawang pagsusunog ng mga elemento ng New Peoples Army (NPA) ng dalawang heavy duty construction equipment sa Barangay Putlan, Carranglan, Nueva Ecija noong Sabado ng gabi. Nangingikil ng pera ang mga naturang NPA sa mga contractors at kapag hindi napagbigyan ay sinusunog ang kanilang mga kagamitan, ayon kay 7ID Commander Brigadier General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. Hinikayat ni ...
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20Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 20 (PIA) -- Tinatawagan na ng Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Center ang mga interesadong dayuhan at lokal na mamumuhunan na lumahok sa subastahan para sa operasyon Angat Hydroelectric Plant na pinapatakbo ng tubig mula sa Angat Dam. Gaganapin sa Enero 31, 2013 ang pagsala sa mga kuwalipikadong mamumuhunan at saka agad isusunod ang subastahan o bidding. Ang naturang planta ay kasalukuyang ay pag-aari ng Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management (PSALM) ha...
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20Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 20 (PIA) -- Umabot sa halos 250,000 kabataan mula sa lalawigan ng Bulacan ang naitala na nagsusulong upang magkaroon ng permanenteng kapayapaan sa bansa. Sa ginanap na paglulunsad ng "Yes For Peace Advocacy Initiative" sa Mariano Ponce High School sa bayan ng Baliwag, sinabi ni Ernesto Alcanzare, lead organizer ng Yes for Peace, na nanguna ang Bulacan sa may pinakamaraming bilang ng kabataan sa buong Rehiyon 3 na sumusuporta sa adbokasiya ukol sa pagkamit ng kap...
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20Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 20 (PIA) -- Isangdaang pamilya mula sa lungsod ng Malolos na lubos na naapektuhan ng Bagyong Pedring at Quiel noong 2011 ang nabigyan ng tulong pangkabuhayan mula sa Priority Development Assistant Fund o PDAF ni Senador Allan Peter Cayetano sa pamamagitan ng City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO). Sa pangunguna ng CSWDO, binigyan ng panimulang puhunan tig-P5,000 ang bawat pamilya upang makapagsimula ng panibagong pagkakakitaan at makapaghanap buhay n...
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20Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 20 (PIA) --Bulacan, Zambales, and Bataan provinces remain clear from paralytic shellfish poison or most commonly known as red tide. “The coastal waters of Bulacan in Manila Bay; Masinloc Bay in Zambales; and coastal waters of Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Balanga, Orani, Abucay, and Samal in Bataan remain free of the toxic red tide,” the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Shellfish Bulletin dated December 7 reported. BFAR said shellfis...
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20Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec 20 (PIA) – Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has launched the 3rd wave of its Skills Registry System (SRS) in Central Luzon covering 13 towns and one city. Included under the new SRS are Maria Aurora and Casiguran in Aurora; Samal and Orion in Bataan; Plaridel and Guiguinto in Bulacan; Talavera and Palayan City in Nueva Ecija; Sta. Rita and Mexico in Pampanga; Paniqui and Capas in Tarlac; and Masinloc and San Marcelino in Zambales. The launching wa...
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19Dec2012CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Dec 19 (PIA) -- The municipality of Mariveles has sought the help of President Aquino to declare its mountain range and watersheds as a national protected area as top officials here were “alarmed at the devastation” wrought in the town’s vast resources. Numerous cases of illegal logging and charcoal-making have stripped the Mariveles mountain range and caused flash floods in the mountainous town during the previous typhoons which never happened before, said Mayor ...
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19Dec2012SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Dec 19 (PIA) -- National Nutrition Council (NNC) Governing Board in Central Luzon approved two resolutions that enhance the annual conduct of Operation Timbang (OPT) to pre-schoolers. These are “Adopting Guidelines on the Fabrication, Verification and Maintenance of Wooden Height Boards” and “Adopting the revised implementing guidelines on OPT Plus.” “OPT Plus now measures the height of children two years old and above and length for children less than t...
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19Dec2012LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Dis 19 (PIA) -- Nakatakdang luwagan ang mapanganib na Zigzag Road sa bayan ng Mariveles matapos kumpirmahin ni Mayor Jesse Concepcion na kanya nang tatapusin ang 70 taon nang kawalang plano para rito. Madalas aniya ang kumpuni sa anim na kilometrong kalsada mula Barangay Alas-asin hanggang Brgy. Maligaya ngunit ngayon lang umano ito lalawakan matapos ang maraming taon at ilang aksidente. Sinabi ni Concepcion na pagkatapos ng World War II ay gayon na ang itsura ng ka...
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19Dec2012LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Dis 19 (PIA) -- Nanawagan ang bayan ng Mariveles kay Pangulong Aquino upang ideklara ang kabundukan nito at mga watershed bilang national protected area habang nagpahayag ng alarma ang mga opisyal dito bunsod ng pagkasira ng likas yaman ng bayan. Sari-saring kaso ng ilegal na pagtotroso at pagkakaingin ang naitatala sa kabundukan ng Mariveles na nagdulot ng pagbaha sa bayan sa mga nakaraang bagyo na hindi naman nangyayari noon, pahayag ni Mayor Jesse Concepcion. Nga...
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19Dec2012CALUMPIT, Bulacan, Dis 19 (PIA) -- Labinsiyam na pasyente mula sa Calumpit District Hospital (CDH) ang nabigyan ng libreng operasyon sa tulong ng Charitable Endowment Support (CES7), isang non-government organization. Layunin ng programa ang matulungan ang mga mahihirap na taga-Bulacan na magpa-opera at malunasan ang kanilang mga karamdaman, sabi ni Dr. Marietta Katipunan, pinuno ng CDH. Malaking tulong aniya ang mga ito sa mga taga-Bulacan na kapos sa buhay dahil wala silang gastos sa operasy...
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19Dec2012LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Dis 19 (PIA) -- Bilang patunay sa tawag nitong high-tech city, inuwi ng Pamahalaang Lungsod ng Balanga ang ikalawang puwesto sa government-to-business (G2B) category ng unang Jesse Robredo Awards for Excellence in ICT for Good Governance kamakailan sa Laguna. Ipinangalan sa yumaong kalihim ng Department of Interior and Local Government, ang patimpalak ay may layuning isulong ang transparency at mabuting pamamahala sa mga local government unit sa pamamagitan ng inform...
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19Dec2012CABANATUAN CITY, Nueva Ecija, Dec 19 (PIA) -- The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) in Nueva Ecija has relaunched its newsletter to have an avenue for heralding its vision, character and achievements. "Luntiang Pitak" will contain our efforts in the attainment of the good governance platform of the Aquino administration, DILG Assistant Regional Director and concurrent Provincial Director Abraham Pascua said. Pascua said, "It will also highlight the best practices of local gove...
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19Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 18 (PIA) -- Dalawang linggo bago ang pagsapit ng bagong taon, nagsagawa ng inspeksyon ang mga otoridad sa lalawigan sa mga tindahan at pagawaan ng paputok upang tiyakin ang kaligtasan ng publiko at ang mahigpit na pagpapatupad ng "Firecracker Law." Sa pangunguna ng mga opisyales mula sa Pamahalaang Panlalawigan, mga kinatawan ng Bulacan Police Provincial Office (BPPO), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) at Provincial Disaster...
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18Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec 18 (PIA) -- More than 6,500 participants from different public and private sector groups ensured the success of this year’s Alay Lakad 2012, helping raise more than P500,000 in donations intended to extend support for scholars from marginalized sectors. “We are overwhelmed by the support of the private and public sectors. They never cease to participate in the programs that will help the City in its vision of delivering good education to its constituents,...
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18Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 18 (PIA) -- Itatayo na pagpasok ng bagong taong 2013 ang dalawang palapag na gusali na may 28 na mga silid-aralan sa Mariano Ponce National High School sa Baliwag, Bulacan sa pamamagitan ng Public Private Partnership (PPP). Kinumpirma ito ni Dr. Ernesto Dizon, punong guro ng nasabing mataas na paaralan sa isang panayam kasunod ng pag-aapruba ng Department of Education (DepEd) na sila ay magiging una sa mga prayoridad na pagtayuan ng mga karagdagang silid-aralan...
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18Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 18 (PIA) -- Gustong mapanood ng mga pribadong sektor at mga kabataan ang aktuwal na Usapang Pangkapayapaan sa pagitan ng pamahalaan ng Republika ng Pilipinas at Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF). Sa paglulunsad sa Bulacan ng "Yes For Peace Advocacy Initiative" na ginanap sa Mariano Ponce National High School sa Baliwag, binigyang diin ng lead organizer na si Ernesto Alcanzare na pangunahing layunin ng adbokasiyang pangkapayapaan na ito na mas maging bukas a...
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17Dec2012CABANATUAN CITY, Nueva Ecija, December 17 (PIA) -- To increase the agricultural productivity and farm income of agrarian reform beneficiaries in agrarian reform communities (ARC), the program improves the mobility of rural people and farm produce by the construction of farm-to-market roads and provision of steady irrigation water supply. In Llanera town, the Green Valley ARC was a beneficiary of the 4. 9 kilometer barangay Gomez-Bonifacio Sur farm-to-market road worth Php 16 mill...
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17Dec2012SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Dec 18 (PIA) -- National Police Commission (Napolcom) Regional Office 3 vowed to be more vigilant in the conduct of Philippine National Police (PNP) Entrance and Promotional Exams following two reported cases of cheating during the recent October test in Pampanga and Nueva Ecija. Two personnel of PNP Pantabangan Police Station in Nueva Ecija were caught exchanging answer sheets while taking the Police Officer Examination. Ten police personnel and one civilian exam...
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17Dec2012CABANATUAN CITY, Nueva Ecija, Dec 17 (PIA) -- Private sector-led Yes for Peace campaign was launched Friday in Cabanatuan City with over 200 students of Nueva Ecija High School in attendance. “This undertaking is a revolution of ink and paper by the Filipino people against guns and bullets used in the name of the Filipino people,” said Rommel Santiago, Yes for Peace campaign organizer. The goal is to tap at least 10 million Filipinos aged 10 years old and older to fill up a questionnaire ...
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17Dec2012SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Dec 17 (PIA) -- The Department of Health Regional Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit (RESU) recently facilitated training on Basic Epidemiology and Outbreak Investigation to participants from health facilities. “The activity, joined by a total of 47 participants from the Provincial Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit (PESU), rural health units (RHUs), and hospitals aims to improve the local health unit staff in terms of the epidemiologic core functions,” said RE...
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17Dec2012SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Dec 17 (PIA) -- As part of the 441st Aldo Ning Kapampangan (Pampanga Day) festivities, some 3,200 barangay health orkers (BHWs) in the province jampacked the Bren Z. Guiao Convention Center in San Fernando City to join the symposium on Barangay Health Programs cum cultural dance showdown. The event was hosted by the provincial government in cooperation with the Department of Health (DOH) – Center for Health and Development (CHD). In her message, Governor Lilia Pi...
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17Dec2012SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Dec 17 (PIA) -- Senator Manuel Villar led this year’s roster of winners of the Most Outstanding Kapampangan Awards (MOKA). Villar received his MOKA for Business and Entrepreneurship during the recognition night at the Bren Z. Guaio Convention Center which coincided with the 441st founding anniversary celebration of Pampanga. "I have always been proud of my Kapampangan lineage. That is why I make it a point to bring something back to the province whenever I can as...
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17Dec2012LUBAO, Pampanga, Dec 17 (PIA) -- International Labour Organization (ILO) lauded the successful convergence of Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and municipal government of Lubao in the implementation of a short-term livelihood project for calamity victims. Chris Dongges of ILO said, “DOLE’s Tulong Alalay para sa mga Disadvantaged Workers (Tupad) is very well-organized in the town.” Dongges headed the ILO team that monitored the on-going 15-day flood mitigation project at Sapang M...
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17Dec2012SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Dec 17 (PIA) -- Barangay Del Pilar ended Sta. Lucia’s winning streak on Saturday to reclaim the Giant Lantern Festival (GLF) crown. The village, which previously reigned from 1983 to 1991, took home a giant star-shaped trophy and P120,000 prize. Telebastagan placed second and got P60,000 while San Jose ended third and took home P40,000. Del Pilar lantern maker Rainier DeVeraTurda said, “We used 8,500 bulbs worth P300,000, which is lesser compared to our P500,0...
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17Dec2012CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Dec 17 (PIA) -- Some 3,000 foreign and local birdwatchers plus participating students flocked to the Balanga City Wetland and Nature Park (BCWNP) to witness the recent third Ibong Dayo (migrant birds) Festival which top government officials said is a big contributing factor in achieving the country’s target tourist arrival this year. Birdwatchers or birders from other provinces and countries like Cebu and Samar to as far as Malaysia and Indonesia joined in the whole d...
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17Dec2012LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Dis. 17 (PIA) -- Inilunsad sa lungsod ng Cabanatuan nitong Biyernes ang private sector-led Yes for Peace campaign kung saan may 200 estudyante ng Nueva Ecija High School ang nakibahagi. Sinabi ni Yes for Peace Provincial Organizer Rommel Santiago na ang inisyatibang ito ay isang rebolusyon ng tinta at papel ng mga Pilipino laban sa baril at bala. Hangad nito na makapaghikayat ng hindi bababa sa sampung milyong Pilipino edad sampung gulang pataas na sagutan a...
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17Dec2012TARLAC CITY, Dec. 17 (PIA) -- Tarlac bagged the top prize in the government-to-customer (G2C) category of the inaugural Jesse Robredo Awards for Excellence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for Good Governance for its pioneering electronic health project Wireless Access for Health (WAH). WAH digitizes patient records at Rural Health Units (RHUs) which paves the way for the electronic recording and reporting of health data reports from the barangays to the municipality to the pr...
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17Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 17 (PIA) -- Capampangan In Media Incorporated (CAMI) has launched a 75-page book about Kapampangan newsmen which the group asserts and proclaims Pampanga as a cradle of Philippine Journalism. CAMI Secretary-General Jose Cortez said “each page of the book is a veritable treasure trove of historic gems that were hidden but was fortunately found in their painstaking search for the roots of Kapampangan journalism.” “Dacal pung salamat quing biniye yung ...
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17Dec2012CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Dec 17 (PIA) – The city government of Balanga captured the second place win in the government-to-business (G2B) category of the first Jesse Robredo Awards for Excellence in ICT for Good Governance recently in Laguna. Named after the late Department of Interior and Local Government Secretary Robredo who pushed for transparency in local government units during his term, the search promotes the use of modern information and communications technology (ICT) in upholding go...
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16Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 16 (PIA) -- The Commission on Population (PopCom) on Wednesday launched in Central Luzon the fifth edition of its State of the Philippine Population Report (SPPR5). Popcom Regional Director Maria Aurora Quiray said that “the 92-page book gives a broad view on the current condition of the country’s population, environment and natural resources, and Filipinos’ health status.” SPPR5 is anchored on the theme “Seeking a Healthy Balance: Population, He...
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16Dec2012ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Dec. 16 (PIA) -- Kabataan Partylist and Tudla Productions co-sponsored free screenings of human rights-themed movies in Angeles City as part of the observance of International Human Rights Day. Dubbed “Truth Cinema: Human Rights Film Festival”, the film showings were attended by residents of barangay Pampang and students from City College of Angeles. Festival director Kj Dumapit said “we wanted to reach out to the marginalized sectors (of our society, and show th...
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15Dec2012CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Dec 15 (PIA) -- Proving itself as a high-tech city in the country, the city government of Balanga captured the second place in the government-to-customer (G2C) category of the first Jesse Robredo Awards for Excellence in ICT for Good Governance recently in Laguna. Named after the late Department of Interior and Local Government Secretary Robredo who pushed for transparency in local government units, the search promotes the use of modern information and communications te...
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15Dec2012LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Dis 15 (PIA) -- Bilang patunay sa tawag nitong high-tech city, inuwi ng Pamahalaang Lungsod ng Balanga ang ikalawang puwesto sa government-to-customer (G2C) category ng unang Jesse Robredo Awards for Excellence in ICT for Good Governance kamakailan sa Laguna. Ipinangalan sa yumaong kalihim ng Department of Interior and Local Government ang patimpalak na layuning isulong ang transparency at mabuting pamamahala sa mga local government unit sa pamamagitan ng information...
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15Dec2012LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Dis 15 (PIA) -- Tinatayang 3,000 banyaga at lokal na birdwatcher at mga mag-aaral ang dumagsa sa Balanga City Wetland and Nature Park (BCWNP) upang makiisa sa ikatlong Ibong Dayo Festival kamakailan na ayon sa mga opisyal ng pamahalaan ay malaking salik upang maabot ng bansa ang target nitong tourist arrival ngayong taon. Nakibahagi sa isang araw ng aktibidad tulad ng bird origami, face painting, Galing Balanga trade fair at exhibit ang mga birdwatcher o birder mula ...
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15Dec2012CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Dec 15 (PIA) -- The Department of Tourism (DOT)-Region 3 announced that they may be including the annual Ibong Dayo (migrant birds) Festival of this city in the national calendar of events after the recently concluded festivity reached milestones in attendance and sustainability. The third Ibong Dayo Festival held in the Balanga City Wetland and Nature Park (BCWNP) may be listed in the calendar after it breached the three years needed of consecutive implementation, DOT-...
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15Dec2012LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Dis 15 (PIA) -- Kinumpirma ng Department of Tourism (DOT)-Region 3 na sinusuri nila ang posibilidad na isama ang taunang Ibong Dayo (migrant birds) Festival sa national calendar of events matapos mapatunayan na matatag ang kapistahan at patuloy na nakaaakit dito ang mga turista. Maaari nang mapabilang ang pangatlong Ibong Dayo Festival na ginanap kamakailan sa Balanga City Wetland and Nature Park (BCWNP) sa listahan dahil naidaos na ito nang tatlong taong magkakasuno...
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15Dec2012CITY OF MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dec 15 (PIA) -- Renal infection ranked fifth among the 10 leading causes of morbidity in Bulacan last year. Provincial Health Officer Jocelyn Esguerra-Gomez disclosed, “We have recorded 8,387 renal cases in 2011 wherein 4,287 were females while 4,100 were males.” To prevent such, Esguerra-Gomez said they are conducting a series of forums on renal disease across the province which targets school children vulnerable in getting infection; and diabetic and hypertensiv...
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15Dec2012CITY OF MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dec 15 (PIA) -- Give yourself a gift this Christmas – have a urinalysis. Department of Health Regional Renal Disease Control Program (Redcop) Chief Maila Rostrata said, "A urinalysis examination costs about P80 and should be done annually. This is the best way to prevent kidney diseases.” In the recently concluded Kapihan sa Sentral Luzon of the Philippine Information Agency held in Malolos City, Rostrata said, "There are various causes of kidney diseases, and t...
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14Dec2012SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Dec 14 (PIA) -- The Commission on Population (Popcom) on Wednesday inked a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with 13 provincial and city population offices in Central Luzon for the full implementation of tracking and monitoring strategies in addressing unmet needs on Modern Day Family Planning. said “The MOA stated that the use of unmet needs as the bases for developing and assessing programs are consistent with the policy that focuses on meeting those needs rather th...
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14Dec2012TARLAC CITY, Dec 14 (PIA) -- Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) recently awarded free titles to 153 landless farmers in Tarlac City as part of President Aquino’s land distribution and poverty alleviation program. “The free land titles cover more than 61 hectares of agricultural lands inside the Paquillao Resettlement Site in Sitio Care,” said Maximo Dichoso, DENR regional executive director. Apart from Dichoso, also witnessing the ceremonial distribution were National...
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13Dec2012LUNGSOD NG TARLAC, Dis. 13 (PIA) -- Inilunsad sa lalawigan ng Tarlac nitong Miyerkules ang private sector-led Yes for Peace campaign kung saan may 200 estudyante ng Tarlac National High School-Main ang nakibahagi. Sinabi ni Yes for Peace National Advocacy Council Chairman Ricardo Pecson na ang inisyatibang ito ay isang rebolusyon ng tinta at papel ng mga Pilipino laban sa baril at bala. Hangad nito na makapaghikayat ng hindi bababa sa sampung milyong Pilipino edad sampung gulang pataas na sagu...
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13Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 12 (PIA) -- Aabot sa 70 na bagong full battle gear na mga motorsiklo ang ipagkakaloob ng pamahalaang panlalawigan sa Philippine National Police (PNP). Ayon kay Gobernador Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado, sa unang mga buwan ng 2013 ay darating na ang mga bagong motorsiklo para mapabilis pa ang kakayahan sa pagresponde at pagtugis sa mga nagtatangka at gumagawa ng krimen sa lalawigan. Para sa gobernador, ilan lamang ito sa mga insentibo na ibinibigay ng Bulacan sa PNP da...
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13Dec2012TARLAC CITY, December 13 (PIA) -- A P7.5 million out-patient multi-purpose rehabilitation facility is set to rise soon at Tarlac Provincial Hospital extension building. “This is will not cater to drug dependents but for patients who needs further counseling, even couples who need counseling can be catered,” said Tarlac 2nd district representative Susan Yap whose Priority Development Assistance Fund will be utilized for construction. The facility, which is equipped with a conference room an...
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13Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 13 (PIA) -- Department of Health Regional Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit (RESU) has conducted a strategic planning for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The activity aims to have an accurate epidemiologic profile of the present and future extent of the disease along with Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). “It is very important that we have an accurate epidemiologic profile for the planning process of HIV prevention,” RESU chief Jesse Fant...
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13Dec2012TARLAC CITY, Dec. 13 (PIA) -- Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Tarlac Chapter recently launched its “Pledge 25” program at the Bulwagan ng mga Gobernador in Provincial Capitol. The program is aimed at encouraging young donors ages 18-25 years old so that blood of all types will readily be available in the province. “Tarlac’s population is around 1.4 million. If we can only encourage one percent to donate, then we will have around 14,000 regular donors," Governor Victor Yap said. Serving a...
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13Dec2012TARLAC CITY, Dec. 13 (PIA) -- Private sector-led Yes for Peace campaign was launched on Wednesday in Tarlac with over 200 students of Tarlac National High School-Main in attendance. “This undertaking is a revolution of ink and paper by the Filipino people against guns and bullets used in the name of the Filipino people,” Yes for Peace National Advocacy Council Chairman Ricardo Pecson said. The goal is to tap at least ten million Filipinos aged ten years old and older to fill up a question...
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12Dec2012BALER, Aurora, Dis 12 (PIA) -- May 1,500 delegado mula sa mga lalawigan ng Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac at Zambales ang nakilahok sa isinagawang advocacy run ng Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) sa Subic Freeport ngayong araw. Sinabi ni CDA Aurora Officer-In-Charge Alexander Rotas na ang okasyon, na magsisilbing paunang aktibidad sa pagdiriwang ng Philippine Celebration of International Year of Cooperatives sa Gitnang Luzon, na naglalayong palakasin ang mga koope...
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13Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 13 (PIA) -- Mas pinaigting ngayon ang kampanya laban sa hindi pagsusuot ng helmet tuwing nagmamaneho o nakasakay sa motorsiklo. Sa ginanap na Provincial Peace and Order Council Meeting, nagbigay rin ng direktiba si Gobernador Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado na dapat isama na sa presyo ng motorsiklo ang halaga ng Helmet. Ibig sabihin, walang makakabili ng motor nang walang helmet na kasama. Kung hindi papayag aniya ang sinumang bibili na hindi kasama ang helmet at iyon...
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13Dec2012BALER, Aurora, Dis 13 (PIA) -- Opisyal nang pinasimulan ng pamahalaang panlalawigan ang holiday season sa Aurora sa pamamagitan ng pagpapailaw ng 40 talampakang Christmas tree sa harap ng kapitolyo. Pinangunahan ni Gobernador Bellaflor Angara-Castillo ang "ceremonial switch-on" ng display na may 700 na maliliit na bituin na may berde, dilaw, puti at pulang ilaw. Sa isang pahayag, sinabi ng pamahalaang panlalawigan na inabot ng dalawang linggo para maitayo ang Christmas tree na gawa sa recycled...
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12Dec2012Central Luzon has been famous for a number of things -- from gastronomic delights to fashion, from arts to sports. Name it and Central Luzon is surely on the A-list. Every Christmas season, thousands of foreign and local tourists converge on the region to see and be amazed with the colorful displays of the Belenismo and Giant Lantern Festival in Tarlac and Pampanga, respectively. Nativity scene The art of making Belen has been a century-old tradition in several parts of the archipelago, and ...
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12Dec2012LUNGSOD NG ANGELES, Pampanga, Dis 11 (PIA) -- Pinaalalahanan ng Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) ang mga nagmomotorsiklo sa Gitnang Luzon na mayroon na lamang silang hanggang ika-28 ng Disyembre upang palagyan ng mga Import Commodity Clearance (ICC) stickers ang kanilang mga helmet. Ayon kay DTI Regional Information Officer Wilfred Carbonell, nakasaad sa Section 6 ng Republic Act 10054 o mas kilala bilang Motorcycle Helmet Act of 2009 na ang kanyang ahensya ang siyang magtutukoy ng kalida...
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12Dec2012CLARK FREEPORT, Dis 12 (PIA) -- Inaprubahan ng Regional Peace and Order Council (RPOC) ang resolusyon na lumilikha sa apat na subcommittees: anti-criminality, anti-terrorism, anti-insurgency at anti-dangerous drugs. Sinabi ni Department of Interior and Local Government Regional Director at RPOC Interim Chairperson Florida Dijan na kabilang sa mga papel ng mga subcommittees ay ang pagbuo ng mga sectoral plans na ilalagay sa Regional plan, paglikha ng mga quick response mechanisms, pagtulong sa p...
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12Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 12 (PIA) -- Sasagutin na ng Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) ang operasyon para sa kidney transplant ng mga pasyenteng may sakit sa bato dahil isinama na sa Universal Health Care Coverage ang mga gamutang may kinalaman sa Renal Health Care. Kinumpima ito ni Dr. Cecilia Gonzales ng National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) sa ginanap na Kapihan sa Central Luzon na sumentro sa pagtalakay tungkol sa Renal Health Care and Prevention Progra...
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12Dec2012CLARK FREEPORT, Dis 12 (PIA) -- Inaprubahan kamakailan ng Regional Development Council (RDC) ang rehabilitasyon, operasyon at pagpapanatili ng dalawang Angat Hydro-Electric Power Plant (AHEPP) auxiliary turbines sa pamamagitan ng Public-Private Partnership (PPP). Paliwanag ni National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Regional Director at RDC Vice Chairman Severino Santos, ang Angat Dam ay multi-purpose dam na nagsusuplay ng 97 porsyentong raw water requirements ng Metro Manila, nagpapa...
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12Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 12 (PIA) -- Isinusulong ng Department of Health at National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) ang regular na pagsusuri ng ihi o urinalysis upang masigurong patuloy na magiging malusog ang bato ng isang tao. Sa ginanap na Kapihan sa Sentral Luzon ng Philippine Information Agency sa Bulacan, sinabi ni Dra. Cecilia Gonzales ng NKTI na sobrang sakit sa kalooban, pisikal at bulsa kapag ang isang tao ay tinamaan ng sakit sa bato dahil marami ka nang hindi pweden...
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12Dec2012BALER, Aurora, December 12 (PIA) -- The provincial government officially ushered in the holiday season in Aurora with the lighting of a 40-feet Christmas tree in front of the capitol. Governor Bellaflor Angara-Castillo led the ceremonial switch-on of the display, adorned with over 700 small stars, and green, yellow, white, and red illuminations. In a statement, the provincial government said “It took two weeks for the Christmas tree to be assembled which was made out of recycled materials....
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12Dec2012CLARK FREEPORT, Dec 12 (PIA) -- The Regional Peace and Order Council (RPOC) has passed a resolution creating four subcommittees namely Anti-Criminality, Anti-Terrorism, Anti-Insurgency, and Anti-Dangerous Drugs. “The subcommittees shall formulate sectoral plans that are to be incorporated into the Regional plan, develop quick response mechanisms, assist in providing an avenue for multi-sectoral dialogue and deliberation of major issues and problems affecting peace and order, recommend measure...
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12Dec2012CLARK FREEPORT, Dec 12 (PIA) -- Regional Development Council (RDC) recently gave the green light for the rehabilitation, operation, and maintenance of two Angat Hydro-Electric Power Plant (AHEPP) auxiliary turbines via Public-Private Partnership (PPP). “Angat Dam is a multi-purpose dam that supplies 97 percent of raw water requirements of Metro Manila, irrigates around 28,000 hectares of farmlands in Bulacan and Pampanga, serves as flood control facility during heavy rains, and generates 246 ...
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12Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 12 (PIA) -- Isang linggo matapos salantain ng bagyong Pablo ang Mindanao, nanawagan si Gobernandor Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado sa mga lokal na pamahalaan sa lalawigan ng Bulacan na magpaabot ng tulong upang muling makabangon ang mga biktima ng kalamidad. Sa isinagawang pagpupulong ng Provincial Peace and Order Council nitong Martes, hinikayat ng gobernador ang mga pinuno ng lokal na pamahalaan na manguna sa pangangalap ng mga tulong. Ani Alvarado, sa halip na gumast...
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11Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 11 (PIA) -- Patuloy ang libreng paglalagay ng Department of Trade and Industry at pamahalaang panlalawigan ng Bulacan ng Import Commodity Clearance o ICC stickers sa mga motorcycle helmet. Ngunit hanggang sa ika-28 ng Disyembre na lamang ito mula alas otso ng umaga hanggang alas singko ng hapon sa harap ng tanggapan ng Bulacan Business and Tourism Center. Ayon kay DTI Provincial Director Zorina Aldana, nakasaad sa Section 6 ng Republic Act 10054 o mas kilala bi...
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11Dec2012ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, December 11 (PIA) -- Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reminded motorcycle riders in Central Luzon that they have only until December 28 to have their helmets marked with Import Commodity Clearance (ICC) stickers. DTI Regional Information Officer Wilfred Carbonell said “Section 6 of Republic Act 10054 otherwise known as the Motorcycle Helmet Act of 2009 mandates our agency to be the lead determinant in the quality of helmets out in the market.” Under the law, a...
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11Dec2012SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Dec 11 (PIA) -- Two agrarian reform communities (ARCs) in Pampanga benefited from the Phase III of the Japan International Cooperation Agency-aided Agrarian Reform Infrastructure Support Program (ARISP). "ARISP builds irrigation systems, post harvest facilities, farm-to market roads, and potable water supply in the communities," said Teofilo Inocencio, Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) regional director. Inocencio added, "There are were three projects in San Lui...
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11Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec 10 (PIA) -- The health department, through its Environmental and Occupational Health Program, has trained and oriented new rural Sanitary Inspectors (SIs) deployed on different municipalities in the region. This recognizes the vital role of SIs in the prevention and control of diseases from spreading in the community. “Through this orientation-training, we believe that the participants have acquired better understanding of their work applicable to the pres...
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10Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec 10 (PIA) -- Pampanga is celebrating its 441st founding anniversary today, with a parade that will showcase the unique and grandiose local festivals of its towns and cities. “It has been a long dream of the provincial government to bring together all our local festivals. A lot of Filipinos especially Kapampangans know the major traditions in one’s town but not all of them have witnessed the actual activities, and so with this parade, we will let you exper...
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10Dec2012SUBIC FREEPORT, Dec 10 (PIA) -- Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) recently celebrated its 20th founding anniversary by honoring volunteers who helped transform the former United States Naval Base into the country’s first freeport. SBMA chairman and administrator Roberto Garica gave a fitting tribute to the 290 pioneer volunteers as well as 10 pioneer investors who began operating in the Freeport in 1992-1993. The traditional lighting of the Christmas tree, a fireworks display, and an ...
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10Dec2012SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Dec 10 (PIA) -- An online language instruction company in the freeport has turned over 250 sacks of rice to the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) for distribution to less privileged communities in Zambales. Moon-kang Myung, president of MoonKkang Talk, Inc., told SBMA Chairman Roberto Garcia that his company will donate 250 50-kilo bags of rice under the firm’s corporate social responsibility program. First established in Daegu, Korea in 1996, MoonKkang Talk, Inc. i...
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10Dec2012SUBIC FREEPORT, Dec 10 (PIA) -- The Russian Federation is eyeing to forge closer economic ties with the Philippines through Subic Freeport. Ambassador Nikolay Kudashev told officials of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), “Russia seeks to forge more bilateral trade agreements with countries within the Asia-Pacific region as right now there is much focus here in terms of economic growth and stability and we wanted to take advantage of that.” Kudashev likewise said, “We are also ...
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10Dec2012SUBIC, Zambales, Dec 10 (PIA) -- Keppel Subic Shipyard on Friday marked the start of construction works on a Depletion Compression Platform (DCP) for its customer Shell Philippines Exploration B.V. (SPEX) with a strike steel ceremony. Energy Undersecretary Josefina Patricia Asirit initiated the cutting of the first steel plate to be used for the DCP that is part of the third phase of Malampaya Deep Water Gas-to-Power project The Malampaya project is one of the largest and most significant ende...
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09Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 9 (PIA) -- The 7th Infantry Division (7ID) of the Philippine Army reaffirmed its commitment in maintaining lasting peace in Central Luzon to ensure its continued progress. “We are primarily securing areas where there are the most number of big ticket foreign and domestic investors. These are the Freeports and Special Economic Zones of Aurora, Subic, Bataan, and Clark whose airport is being eyed to be a complementary to the Ninoy Aquino International Airpo...
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08Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 8 (PIA) -- Nasa kasagsagan ngayon nang pagtatayo ng mga silid-aralan ang pamahalaan sa mga pampublikong paaralan sa Bulacan upang matuldukan ang kakulangan pagsapit ng Hunyo 2013. Sa isang panayam, sinabi ni Education Secretary Armin Luistro na ginagastos na halagang P800 milyong pondo para sa pagtatayo ng may 971 na classroom. Ang nasabing halaga ay nagsisilbing counterpart ng pamahalaang nasyonal sa 50-50 Classroom Fund Sharing Scheme. Sa sistemang ito, ma...
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08Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis. 8 (PIA)-- Dapat samantalahin ng mga lokal na negosyante at mangangalakal ang mga bukas na oportunidad sa mga umiiral na Free Trade Agreements (FTA) sa Pilipinas at sa mga bansang kasosyo nito. Ayon kay Trade and Industry Undersecretary for Regional Operations Merly Cruz, malaki ang pagkakataon para mapalawak ang merkado dahil basta nag-export ang isang Pilipinong negosyante sa mga bansang may FTA ang Pilipinas, unlimited export at walang buwis dahil zero tarif...
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08Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis. 8 (PIA) -- Tiniyak kahapon ng Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) na nananatiling ligtas at mataas ang kalidad ng mga paputok na gawa sa Bulacan. Ayon kay DTI Provincial Director Zorina Aldana, 475 na paputok at pailaw na mula sa lalawigan ay pawang may product standard o PS license. Kabilang sa mga ito ang fountain, aerial fireworks, sawa, judas belt, trompillo, roman candle, luces , Mabuhay fountain, at pagoda fountain. Dagdag pa rito ang 75 produktong...
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08Dec2012SUBIC, Zambales, Dec 7 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III on Friday underscored that the Malampaya Deep Water Gas-to-Power project is a tangible sign of what Public-Private Partnerships can lead to. In a message read by Energy Undersecretary Josefina Patricia Asirit during the strike steel ceremony at the Keppel Subic Shipyard, Aquino said, “At present, we import an estimated 336,300 barrels of crude oil per calendar day for our energy consumption. But with the full operation of Malampaya,...
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08Dec2012SUBIC, Zambales, Dis 8 (PIA) -- Binigyang-diin nitong Biyernes ni Pangulong Aquino na ang Malampaya Deep Water Gas-to-Power project ay patunay nang magandang resulta ng mga Public-Private Partnerships. Sa kanyang mensahe na binasa ni Energy Undersecretary Josefina Patricia Asirit sa strike steel ceremony sa Keppel Subic Shipyard, sinabi ni Aquino na kumokunsumo ang bansa ng hindi bababa sa 336,300 bariles ng langis kada araw para sa energy consumption pero ang ganap na operasyon ng Malampaya ay...
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07Dec2012ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Dec 7 (PIA) – The Kabataan partylist, the sole representative of the Filipino youth in the Philippine Congress, will hold a series of screening of human rights (HR) films in this city to promote human rights awareness among the young through films, stories and discussions. This is part of the observance of National Human Rights Consciousness Week with the theme, “My Voice Counts in Ending Impunity: I Work for Human Rights-Based Governance.” Human Rights Day is cele...
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07Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 7 (PIA) -- Hindi titigil ang Department of Science and Technology (DOST) sa pamumuhunan sa edukasyon sa pamamagitan ng patuloy na pagkakaloob ng mga iskolarship grants sa mga mahihirap ngunit matatalinong kabataan. Ito ang tiniyak ni DOST Central Luzon Regional Director Victor Mariano nang maging panauhing pandangal sa ginanap na Benefactors’ Day kaugnay ng pagdiriwang ng Ika-108 taong Pagkakatatag ng Bulacan State University. Partikular sa mga isinusulong n...
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07Dec2012Strong family ties, compassion for others, humility and resolute faith in God – all these are reflected in the making of a belen, which is a Christmas symbol. In the makeshift construction of the belen using abaca, anahaw, bamboo, talahib, rice stalks, twigs, rice hulls, sugarcane, palay, water bottles, shampoo sachets, soft drink cans and old tires, it is notable that these strong values are depicted out of the ingenuity of Filipinos. President Aquino himself observed during the recent awar...
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07Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 7 (PIA) -- Umabot na sa P1.7 bilyon ang nailalaan ng pamahalaang panlalwigan sa iba’t ibang proyektong pang-imprastraktura na itinuturing ng Provincial Engineering Office (PEO) na pinakamalaki sa kasaysayan. Ayon kay PEO Chief Glenn Reyes, ang paggastang ito nang malaki ng kapitolyo ay paraan upang makalikha ng mahigit na 1,000 trabaho para sa mga Bulakenyo. Iniulat nito na may bagong 480 na mga silid-aralan na ang nagagamit. Bahagi ito ng mga itinakdang ma...
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07Dec2012CAMP AQUINO, Tarlac City, Dec 7 (PIA) -- Around 800 beneficiaries of various school projects of Northern Luzon Command (Nolcom) and ABS-CBN Sagip Kapamilya Foundation in Ilocos Region, Cagayan Valley, Central Luzon, and Cordillera recently converged in Camp Servillano Aquino in Tarlac for a Lakbay Aral and Handog Pasasalamat. Nolcom Information Officer 2LT. Oscar Zaldivar disclosed that the attendees came from Bacooc Elementary School, Libtec Elementary School, and Dumayco Elementary School in ...
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07Dec2012ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Dec 7 (PIA) -- A story that begins and ends when the hands of the clock point to five in a dusky June afternoon bagged the Best Film prize of the 2nd CineKabalen Kapampangan Film Festival besting 16 other entries. The film “5:00 Ning Gatpanapnun” (5 p.m.) took home P30,000 cash prize and a Sinukwan trophy which is made from Pinatubo volcanic ash. The Petersen Vargas film was also named Best in Cinematography and Best in Production Design. Festival director Jason Pa...
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07Dec2012SUBIC, Zambales, Dis 7 (PIA) -- Opisyal nang magsisimula ngayong araw ang konstruksyon Malampaya Phase 3 sa isang strike steel ceremony na pangungunahan ni Energy Undersecretary Josefina Patricia Asirit sa Keppel Subic Shipyard. Ang seremonya ay tradisyon sa "offshore industry" na nagsisilbing hudyat ng pagsisimula ng konstruksyon. Kabilang ang Malampaya Deep Water Gas-to-Power project sa pinakamalalaking proyekto sa kasaysayan na nagbigay daan sa pagsisimula ng natural gas industry sa bansa. ...
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07Dec2012CAMP AQUINO, Lungsod ng Tarlac, Dis 7 (PIA) -- May 800 benepisyaryong mag-aaral ng iba’t ibang proyektong pampaaralan ng Northern Luzon Command (NOLCOM) at ABS-CBN Sagip Kapamilya Foundation sa Ilocos Region, Cagayan Valley, Central Luzon at Cordillera ang nagtungo sa Camp Servillano Aquino sa Tarlac para sa isang lakbay aral at handog pasasalamat. Inilahad ni NOLCOM Information Officer 2LT. Oscar Zaldivar na ang mga dumalo ay nagmula sa Bacooc Elementary School, Libtec Elementary School at D...
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07Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis. 7 (PIA) -- Matutunghayan ng mga Bulakenyo ang pag-iilaw sa higanteng Christmas tree ngayong Biyernes sa ganap na ala sais ng gabi sa harap ng kapitolyo bilang hudyat ng pagdiriwang ng Kapaskuhan sa lalawigan ng Bulacan. May taas na 55 talampakan, ginayakan ng mga makukulay na palamuti gaya ng Christmas lights, Christmas balls at mga bulaklak ang higanteng Christmas tree na yari sa singkaban o kawayan na metikulosong inukit at kinayas. Matapos ang pag-iilaw,...
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07Dec2012SUBIC, Zambales, December 7 (PIA) -- Malampaya Phase 3 construction officially begins today with Energy Undersecretary Josefina Patricia Asirit leading the strike steel ceremony at the Keppel Subic Shipyard. The rite is a tradition in offshore industry to mark the start of construction. Malampaya Deep Water Gas-to-Power project is one of the largest and most significant endeavors in history heralding the birth of the natural gas industry in the country. It is spearheaded by Department of Ener...
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06Dec2012Now we have a choice. We can choose antibiotic-free and hormone-free pork. It comes from all-natural swine fed on fruits, vegetables and organic feeds. Cynthia Tizon, owner of Charisma Natural Farm in San Roque, Magalang and an organic farmer, is one of the suppliers of organic pork in Central Luzon. She also sells organic chicken and organic eggs. Pigs and chicken are never given antibiotics to prevent illnesses. They are not also given growth hormones to hasten increase in weight. Since...
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06Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 6 (PIA) -- Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has launched the third wave of its Skills Registry System (SRS) in Central Luzon covering 13 towns and one city. Included under the new SRS are Maria Aurora and Casiguran in Aurora; Samal and Orion in Bataan; Plaridel and Guiguinto in Bulacan; Talavera and Palayan City in Nueva Ecija; Sta. Rita and Mexico in Pampanga; Paniqui and Capas in Tarlac; and Masinloc and San Marcelino in Zambales. “SRS is a na...
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06Dec2012CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga, Dis 6 (PIA) -- Mayroong 201 bagong pulis ang opisyal na tinanggap kamakailan ng Philippine National Police-Police Regional Office 3 (PNP-PRO3) na ranggong Police Officer 1 (PO1). Sinabi ni PNP Regional Director PCSupt Edgardo Ladao na kabilang na ang mga bagong tauhan sa mga special breed ng kalalakihan at kababaihan sa marangal na propesyon ng pagpapatupad ng batas. Pinaalalahanan ni Ladao ang mga bagong pulis na laging isaisip ang mga karapatan ng mga tao habang ipinat...
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06Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 5 (PIA) -- Hindi maaantala ng usaping pangteritoryo ng West Philippine Sea sa pagitan ng Pilipinas at Tsina ang mga nakatakdang pagdagsa ng mga mamumuhunang Tsino sa bansa. Ito ang tiniyak ni Chinese Ambassador sa Philippines Ma Keqing nang bumisita siya sa Confucius Institute na nakabase sa Bulacan State University. Aniya, nananatiling buhay na buhay ang ugnayang diplomatiko ng Pilipinas at Tsina. Katunayan, may mga nakalinyang mamumuhunan sa Pilipinas na mg...
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06Dec2012There are heart attack symptoms that women should not ignore. Some of the warning signs are the following: In the month before a coronary attack, women have trouble sleeping. Women often vomit or feel like they are going to pass out during an attack. For no obvious reason, the woman’s face is pale and she is drenched in perspiration. There is pain in the upper back, shoulders, neck and jaw, instead of the heaviness in the chest. Weeks before an attack, women experience flu-like symp...
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05Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 5 (PIA) -- Hindi pa rin nawawalan ng pag-asa ang mga mananalaysay at mambabatas sa Bulacan na maisulong nang ganap ang Enero 23 kada taon bilang pambansang opisyal na Araw ng Republika ng Pilipinas. Sa mga natitirang session ng 15th Congress mula ngayon hanggang Hunyo 30, 2013, naniniwala si Rep. Ma. Victoria Sy-Alvarado na tuluyan nang kikilalanin ang naturang petsa taun-taon bilang araw na pinasinayaan ang pagsasabansa ng Pilipinas bilang kauna-unahang Republ...
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05Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 5 (PIA) -- Bukas na mula kahapon, martes, hanggang sa bisperas ng Bagong Taon ang Diskwento Caravan ng Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) sa Capitol compound sa lungsod ng Malolos. Ibebenta ng mga pagawaan ang kanilang mga produkto tulad ng tinapay, processed meat, mantika, suka, delata, gatas, kape, shampoo, sabong pampaligo, sabong panlaba, at mga kagamitang pang-eskwela sa murang halaga, ayon kay DTI Provincial Director Zorina Aldana. Tinatayang mula 1...
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05Dec2012LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Dis 5 (PIA) -- "Nanganganib nang maubos ang mga pawikan sa ating bansa." Ito ang pahayag ni Senate Committee on Climate Change Chair Loren Legarda sa katatapos lamang na Pawikan Festival sa bayan ng Morong. Dahil dito, popondohan ni Legarda ang pagtatayo ng isang audiovisual room sa Pawikan Conservation Center (PCC) bilang hakbang upang ipaalam sa publiko ang kritikal na posisyong ginagampanan ng pawikan sa kalikasan. Sinabi din niya na ayon sa ulat ng Department...
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05Dec2012CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Dec 5 (PIA) -- To enlighten the public on the critical role of pawikan in the ecosystem, Senator Loren Legarda will fund the construction of an audiovisual room in the Pawikan Conservation Center (PCC) after she disclosed that the marine reptiles in the country are “in danger of becoming extinct.” The chair of the Senate Committee on Climate Change cited a report from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources which said 90 percent of coral reefs in the cou...
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05Dec2012LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Dis. 5 (PIA) -- Naghahanap ka ba ng mga pambihirang ibon at masasayang outdoor activity? Kung gayon, sumama na sa libu-libong mga bird-watching enthusiast, mag-aaral at turista na dadagsa bukas sa Balanga City Wetland and Nature Park (BCWNP) para sa 3rd Ibong Dayo Festival. Sa temang “Ibong Dayo, Katuwang ng Turismo,” itatampok sa pagdiriwang ang sari-saring aktibidad para sa mga bata, mag-aaral ng high school at kolehiyo, at mga bisita na gaganapin sa nasabing ...
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05Dec2012LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dis 4 (PIA) -- Tumatanggap na ng mga aplikasyon ang Civil Service Commission (CSC) Regional Office 3 para sa unang Career Service Professional at Subprofessional Paper and Pencil Tests ng 2013 na idaraos sa ika-14 ng Abril. Ayon kay CSC Central Luzon information officer Diana Henson, ang mga pagsusulit ay bukas sa lahat ng Pilipino edad 18 pataas na may good moral character, hindi nahatulan ng guilty sa kahit anong kaso o di kaya ay natanggal sa government ser...
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05Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis. 5 (PIA) -- May 61 kabataang Bulakenyo ang pormal na tumanggap ng tungkulin at nanumpa bilang Boy at Girl officials noong Lunes kaalinsabay ng Lingguhang Pagtataas ng Watawat at pagdiriwang ng Linggo ng Kabataan sa Capitol Gymnasium. Ang mga batang opisyales, na inihalal ng kanilang kapwa mag-aaral mula sa iba’t ibang paaralan sa lalawigan, ay maglilingkod sa loob ng isang linggo sa Kapitolyo mula Disyembre 3-7. Nakapaloob sa kanilang tungkulin ang matutuna...
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05Dec2012LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dis. 5 (PIA) -- Tumatanggap na ng mga nominasyon ang Civil Service Commission (CSC) Regional Office 3 para sa 2013 Search for Outstanding Public Officials and Employees. Ayon sa CSC Central Luzon information officer Diana Henson, maaring i-nominate ang mga manggagawa ng gobyerno sa alinman sa tatlong kategorya: ang Presidential Lingkod Bayan, Pag-asa at Dangal ng Bayan awards. Ang Presidential Lingkod Bayan ay iginagawad sa mga indibidwal o grupo bilang pagki...
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05Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec. 5 (PIA) -- Civil Service Commission (CSC) Regional Office 3 is now accepting nominations for the 2013 Search for Outstanding Public Officials and Employees. CSC Central Luzon information officer Diana Henson said “state workers may be nominated in any of the three categories namely the Presidential Lingkod Bayan, Pag-asa and Dangal ng Bayan awards.” "The Presidential Lingkod Bayan is conferred to an individual or group for their extraordinary contributi...
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05Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec 5 (PIA) -- Eleven villages from San Fernando City will compete in the 2012 Giant Lantern Festival on December 15 at Robinsons Starmills. Participants are defending champions Sta. Lucia, Calulut, Del Carmen, Del Pilar, Dolores, San Jose, San Juan, San Nicolas, San Pedro Cutud, Sto. Niño, and Telabastagan. Designer Eric Quiwa of Sta. Lucia promised to give the people “a burst of color” on the night of the festival while Del Pilar lantern-maker Raner Dev...
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05Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 5 (PIA) -- Patuloy na lumalaki ang papel ng mga pribadong sektor na nagiging katuwang ng gobyerno sa pagsusulong na tiyak na suplay ng kuryente. Ayon kay Atty. Cynthia Perez-Alabanza, spokesperson at adviser for External Affairs ng National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), mula nang maisapribado ang operasyon ng NGCP mula sa dating Transco (National Transmission Corporation) ay nagdere-derecho na ang paglahok ng pribadong sektor upang mapabuti ang s...
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05Dec2012LUNGSOD NG BALANGA, Bataan, Dis 4 (PIA) -- Nanawagan si Senador Loren Legarda para sa tulong ng publiko upang iligtas ang mga nanganganib na pawikan sa Bataan at tiniyak na susuporta siya upang iparating sa buong bansa ang posibleng pagkaubos ng mga ito. Sa katatapos lang na Pawikan Festival sa bayan ng Morong, sinabi ni Legarda, chair ng Senate Committee on Climate Change, na ang mga tao ang naging pinakamalaking banta sa mga pawikan. Sinasamantala aniya ng mga poacher o ilegal na nanghuhuli/n...
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05Dec2012CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Dec. 5 (PIA) -- Looking for rare endemic birds and big outdoor fun? Join the thousands of bird-watching enthusiasts, students and tourists who will flock tomorrow in the Balanga City Wetland and Nature Park (BCWNP) for the 3rd Ibong Dayo Festival. With its theme “Ibong Dayo, Katuwang ng Turismo,” the whole day festival will bring a variety of activities for kids, high school and college students, and visiting participants in the 11-hectare coastal and estuarine p...
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05Dec2012ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Dec 5 (PIA) -- Two villages from the province of Tarlac were cited as “Barangays with Best Sanitation Practices” during the 2012 Regional Recognition Day at the Century Resort Hotel, Balibago in Angeles City. The winners, Barangay Bacsay in the municipality of Camiling and Barangay Manaois in the municipality of Paniqui, were chosen among six other regional finalists. The nominees were evaluated by Center for Health Development 3’s (CHD 3) Regional Technical Wor...
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05Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 5 (PIA) -- Tuloy na tuloy na ang modernisasyon ng National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) sa paghahatid ng suplay ng kuryente kasunod ng paglalagak ng $50 milyon ng China State National Grid para sa Capacity Expansion (Capex) program nito. Ayon kay Engr. Carlito Santos, mula nang patakbuhin ng pribadong sektor ang noo’y National Transmission Corporation ang ngayo’y NGCP, naging madali ang mga pamamaraan sa pagpapalawig at pagtataas ng antas ng ...
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05Dec2012CAMILING, Tarlac, December 5 (PIA) – President Benigno Aquino III on Saturday said the art of making Belen (Nativity scene) through the Belenismo competition brings out the resonant skills and talents of the participants which are admired both here and overseas. In his speech, Aquino said such undertaking has made his home province the "Belen Capital of the Philippines." "Some of the Belens were made of trash and was used in a significant way through this art – truly, the skill and Pinoy b...
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05Dec2012CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga, Dec 5 (PIA) -- Philippine National Police-Police Regional Office 3 (PNP-PRO3) has welcomed 201 new members who will bear the rank Police Officer 1 (PO1). PNP Regional Director PCSUPT Edgardo Ladao said "these new personnel now belong to the special breed of men and women in the noble profession of law enforcement.” Ladao reminded the newly hires to “always keep in mind the people’s rights while enforcing the law without fear or favor for PRO3 is the home of the cit...
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05Dec2012CITY OF BALANGA, Bataan, Dec 4 (PIA) – Vowing to bring to national attention the advocacy of protecting the endangered pawikan species, Senator Loren Legarda called for citizen involvement to steer these “majestic creatures” away from the brink of extinction. Speaking during the recent Pawikan Festival in Morong town, the chair of the Senate Committee on Climate Change said humans have become the biggest threat to the existence of pawikan. Poachers take advantage on the nesting period, wh...
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05Dec2012GUAGUA, Pampanga, December 5 (PIA) -- Diosdado P. Macapagal Memorial Hospital (DPMMH), the biggest district hospital in Pampanga, conducted on Tuesday an earthquake and fire drill to better equip its employees on what to do during calamities in order to prevent casualties. “Around 50 employees took part on the exercise which covered six stages namely alarm, response (duck, cover, and hold), evacuation, assembly or head counting, incident command system, and mass casualty handling,” Office ...
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05Dec2012ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Dec. 5 (PIA) -- Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines Vice President and Lingayen-Dagupan Archbishop Most. Rev. Socrates Villegas, D.D. on Thursday will lead the mass marking the birth centenary of Kapampangan Architect Jose Maria Zaragoza at the chapel of Holy Angel University. Center for Kapampangan Studies Director Robby Tantingco said the mass will be followed by a short program dedicated to the Guagua-born architect “whose designs helped define the skylin...
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04Dec2012BALER, Aurora, Dis 4 (PIA) -- Magsasagawa ng advocacy fun run ang Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) sa Subic Freeport sa ika-12 ng Disyembre. Sinabi ni CDA Aurora Officer-In-Charge Alexander Rotas na ang okasyon, na magsisilbing paunang aktibidad sa pagdiriwang ng Philippine Celebration of International Year of Cooperatives sa Gitnang Luzon, ay naglalayong palakasin ang mga kooperatiba para sa pag-unlad ng ekonomiya. Dagdag pa ni Rotas na walang registration fee ang fun run na magsisimul...
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04Dec2012LUNGSOD NG SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dis. 4 (PIA) -- Idineklara ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino III ang ika-lima ng Disyembre bilang special non-working holiday sa lungsod ng Palayan kaugnay ng ika-47 founding anniversary nito. Inilabas ng Punong Ehekutibo ang Proclamation No. 502 noong ika-13 ng Nobyembre upang bigyang pagkakataon ang mga mamamayan na makibahagi sa okasyon. Ipinasa ng Kongreso ang Republic Act 4475 noong ika-19 ng Hunyo,1965 na naglilikha sa lungsod ng Palayan bilang bagong kabiser...
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04Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec 4 (PIA) - President Aquino has declared December 5 a special non-working holiday in Palayan City in line with its 47th founding anniversary. The Chief Executive issued Proclamation No.502 on November 13, “To give the people the full opportunity to celebrate and participate in the occasion with appropriate ceremonies.” Congress passed Republic Act 4475 on June 19, 1965 creating Palayan City as the new capital of Nueva Ecija. The city government was const...
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04Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec 4 (PIA) -- Civil Service Commission-Region 3 (CSC-3) is now accepting applications for the first Career Service Professional and Subprofessional Paper and Pencil Tests of 2013 scheduled April 14. said “Exams are open to all Filipino citizens aged 18 years old and above who are of good moral character, have neither been found guilty to an offense involving moral turpitude nor have been dishonorably dismissed from any civilian position in the government, and...
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04Dec2012BALER, Aurora, Dec 4 (PIA) -- Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) Central Luzon will hold an advocacy run at the Subic Freeport on December 12. “The occasion, which is the culminating activity of the Philippine celebration of International Year of Cooperatives in Central Luzon, aims to strengthen cooperatives for economic development,” said Alexander Rotas, CDA Aurora officer-in-charge . “There will be no registration fee for participation in the advocacy run, however, the attendees...
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04Dec2012ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Dec 4 (PIA) -- Angeles City government mulls on establishing its first chemotherapy center. Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan said, “I believe that a lot of medical institutions and professionals both here and abroad will support such an ambitious project – a pioneering healthcare-related project here.” The proposal came after the successful performances of the Angeles City Renal Care Center and Agyu Tamu MediKalinga Center which provides dialysis treatments to kidney pat...
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04Dec2012CITY OF MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dec 4 (PIA) -- A missionary who’s aim is to “bring Christ to widest sector of our society” through volunteerism has been chosen by the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA) recipient of this year’s National Outstanding Volunteer Award (NOVA). Brother Martin Francisco, affiliated with the Blessed Sacrament Missionaries of the Poor Inc. and president of the Sagip Sierra Madre Environmental Society Inc. (SSMEI) will be honored to rece...
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04Dec2012CAMP ALEJO SANTOS, LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 4 (PIA) -- Naaresto ang pitong pinaghihinalaang drug personalities sa limang magkakahiwalay na operasyon sa lalawigan dahil sa maigting na operasyon ng anti-illegal drug task force ng Bulacan police. Nahuli ng mga operatiba ng Meycauayan City Anti-Illegal Drug Special Operation Task Group ang dalawang suspek sa Brgy. Bancal at Perez matapos mahulihan ng mga pakete na naglalaman ng shabu. Gayundin tig-dalawang suspek sa bayan ng Sta. Maria at ...
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04Dec2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Dis 4 (PIA) – May 3,500 miyembro ng community health teams (CHT’s) sa lalawigan ang inaasahang dadalo sa isasagawang general assembly ng mga volunteer health workers upang pag-usapan ang mga isyu ukol sa pangangailangang pangkalusugan sa darating na Disyembre 5 hanggang 6, ganap na ika-1 ng hapon sa Bulacan Capitol Gymnasium. Ayon kay Dr. Jocelyn Gomez, pinuno ng Provincial Public Health Office, nakaatang sa mga CHT ang responsibilidad na bigyan ng kaalaman at g...
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04Dec2012SUBIC FREEPORT, Dec. 4 (PIA) -- Over 1,500 participants coming from the provinces of Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac, and Zambales trooped to Subic Freeport today for an advocacy run organized by the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA). “The occasion, which is the culminating activity of the Philippine celebration of International Year of Cooperatives in Central Luzon, aims to strengthen cooperatives for economic development,” said Alexander Rotas, CDA Aurora offi...
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03Dec2012LUBAO, Pampanga, Dec 3 (PIA) -- Governor Lilia Pineda recently distributed farm tools and inputs to sampaguita growers in four villages in Lubao town as part of the Sampaguita Mabanglu Livelihood Program of the provincial government. Pineda has been an advocate of this livelihood project that emanated during her term as mayor of Lubao. She said the program is sustainable as long as the people are willing to plant and the government will always provide them the latest technology. “Many sampa...
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03Dec2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Dec 3 (PIA) -- Over 1,600 Kapampangans have benefited from various skills enhancement training given by the Provincial Manpower Training Center (PMTC) in the last three years. “Since 2010, we have been conducting free in-house and community-based trainings in different municipalities in partnership with Technical Education and Skills Development Authority that will capacitate beneficiaries to land jobs both here and abroad,” PMTC Officer-In-Charge Francis Mas...
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02Dec2012CAMILING, Tarlac, Dec 2 (PIA) -- President Benigno Aquino III on Saturday lauded the organizers of the Belenismo for being able to bring out the ingenuity and spirit of bayanihan of Tarlaqueños. In his speech during the sixth Grand Awards Night at the Tarlac College of Agriculture in Camiling town, Aquino said, “Sa nakalipas na ilang taon nang pagdaraos ng patimpalak na ito, naging maugong ang husay ng mga kalahok. Hinangaan ito hindi lamang sa Pilipinas kundi pati na rin sa ibang bansa. Kin...
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02Dec2012CAMILING, Tarlac, Dis 2 (PIA) -- Pinuri nitong Sabado ni Pangulong Aquino ang mga organizers ng Belenismo dahil nailabas nito ang pagkamalikhain at bayanihan ng mga taga-Tarlac. Sa kanyang talumpati sa ika-anim na Grand Awards Night sa Tarlac College of Agriculture sa bayan ng Camiling, sinabi ni Aquino na sa nakalipas na ilang taon ng pagdaraos ng patimpalak ay naging maugong ang husay ng mga kalahok na hinangaan hindi lamang sa Pilipinas kundi pati na rin sa ibang bansa kaya naman kinikilala ...
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01Dec2012CAMILING, Tarlac, Dec 1 (PIA) -- President Aquino is expected to grace the awarding ceremony of the 6th Belenismo at the Tarlac College of Agriculture Gymnasium in Camiling town tonight. Aquino will award the winners of the competition’s six categories namely diorama high school, diorama personal, church, monumental, grand municipal (local government units), and grand non-municipal (government agencies and business establishments). Belenismo was conceived in 2007 by the Tarlac Heritage Foun...
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01Dec2012CAMILING, Tarlac, Dis. 1 (PIA) -- Nakatakdang dumalo si Pangulong Aquino sa awarding ceremony ng ika-anim na Belenismo mamayang gabi sa Tarlac College of Agriculture gymnasium sa bayan ng Camiling. Igagawad ng Pangulo ang pagkilala sa mga nanalo sa anim na kategorya ng paligsahan: ang diorama high school, diorama personal, church, monumental, grand municipal (local government units) at grand non-municipal (government agencies and business establishments). Ang Belenismo ay pinasimulan ng Tarla...
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30Nov2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Nov. 30 (PIA) -- Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and Texas Instruments recently launched the “Angat Bata Program” in Pampanga. The program aims to identify and support the children under the custody of Field Office III’s centers by providing them an avenue for self-advancement through proper education and sports activities explained DSWD Regional Information Officer Evelyn Manalo. Manalo added, “Texas Instruments will provide financi...
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29Nov2012LUNGSOD NG CABANATUAN, Nueva Ecija, Nob 29 (PIA) -- Ipinagpaliban ng Commission on Elections (Comelec) ang pagsasagawa ng plebisito sa Cabanatuan na raratipika sa estado nitong maging highly urbanized city (HUC) sa ika-isa ng Disyembre matapos ang ilang isyung legal. Sa Resolution No. 9563 na inilabas noong ika-27 ng Nobyembre, sinabi ng poll body na naglalabas ng Temporary Restraining Order ang Branch 40 ng Regional Trial Court sa lungsod ng Palayan na nagbabawal sa Sangguniang Panlungsod ng C...
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29Nov2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Nob 29 (PIA) -- Hihigpitan na ng pamahalaang bayan ang door-to-door collection ng basura sa buong San Rafael. Ito’y matapos pagtibayin ng sangguniang bayan ang wastong pamamahala sa basura o ang lokal na bersyon ng Ecological Solid Waste Management Act. Base sa teksto ng Kautusang Bayan bilang 2011-03, sinasaad na bawal ang paglalabas, paglalagay, pagtatambak, pagsasabit sa mga puno, tarangkahan, bakod, at anumang uri na kinalalagyan ng basura saan mang lugar p...
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29Nov2012ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Nov 29 (PIA) -- Social Weather Stations (SWS) has cited Metro Angeles for posting the lowest perception of public corruption by business enterprises among seven highly urbanized areas across the archipelago. Results of the 2012 Surveys of Enterprises on Corruption revealed that only 27 out of the hundred small and medium enterprises interviewed in Angeles answered that there is public corruption. In a statement, Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan said, “We should be proud of the...
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29Nov2012CABANATUAN CITY, Nueva Ecija, Nov 29 (PIA) -- Commission on Elections (Comelec) has postponed the conduct of a plebiscite in Cabanatuan on December 1 that will ratify its conversion from a component to a highly urbanized city (HUC) following several legal uncertainties arising. In its Resolution No.9563 promulgated on November 27, the poll body said that it was informed “of the issuance of a Temporary Restraining Order by Branch 40 of the Regional Trial Court in Palayan City restricting the a...
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29Nov2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Nob 29 (PIA) -- Wala nang mas maganda pang paraan upang tuluyang umunlad ang turismo sa Bulacan kundi sa pagpapabuti ng tinaguriang “Convention Tourism” nito. Lumabas sa komprehensibong pag-aanalisa na mas dadayuhin ang lalawigan kung pagtutuunan nang husto ang palagiang pagdaraos ng mga kumbensyon, pagsasanay, o anuman pagtitipon dahil apektadonlahat ang pwedeng pagkakitaan ayon kay Provincial Tourism Officer Joseph Sonny Cristobal. Kasama na rito ang pagkain...
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29Nov2012ANGELES CITY, Pampanga, Nov 29 (PIA) -- Angeles City local chief executive Edgardo Pamintuan made it into Superbrands Marketing International’s inaugural list of Most Outstanding Mayors in the Philippines. Also making the cut were Jennifer Austria-Barzaga of Dasmariñas City; Benjie Lim of Dagupan City; Alfredo Lim of Manila; Marlyn Alonte-Naguiat of Biñan City; Meynard Sabili of Lipa City; and Jonathan Tan of Pandan town in Antique. In a statement, Pamintuan said “ I am privileged and fl...
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28Nov2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Nob. 28 (PIA) -- Magsasagawa ng Pre-Christmas Diskwento Caravan ang Department of Trade & Industry (DTI) sa lungsod ng Malolos ngayong darating na Martes, Disyembre 4. Ayon kay DTI Provincial Director Zorina Aldana, ang caravan ay idaraos sa Capitol Compound mula 8 a.m. hanggang 5 p.m. Dagdag pa ni Aldana na ibebenta ng mga manufacturers ay tinapay, processed meat, detergents, cooking oil, vinegar, canned goods, powdered milk, coffee, shampoo, bath soap at school s...
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28Nov2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Nob. 28 (PIA) -– Itinanghal bilang Most Outstanding Public Servant para sa taong 2012 si Bulacan Vice-Governor Daniel Fernando sa katatapos na 11th Gawad America Awards (GAA) na ginanap sa Celebrity Center Hollywood, California. Ang nasabing pagkilala ay ipinagkaloob ng Gawad America Foundation (GAF), isang non-profit na organisasyon na nakabase sa California, USA at kumikilala sa kakayahan at pagiging mabuting ehemplo ng isang indibidwal, gayundin ang mga ‘di m...
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28Nov2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Nob. 28 (PIA) -- Libo-libong mag-aaral, guro at magulang ang dumalo sa ginanap na pagbubukas ng kauna-unahang City Athletic Meet nitong Lunes sa Malolos Sports and Convention Center. Nasa kabuuang 26 na pangkat ng delegasyon ng mga manlalaro mula sa pitong paaralan sa high school ang nakiisa sa parada at handang makipagtagisan ng galing sa iba’ibang klase ng palaro. Kabilang dito ang Malolos City High School ng Brgy. Bungahan at Brgy. Santisima Trinidad, Cong. T...
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28Nov2012This is the story of a vessel, the world’s largest book fair and how it brings hope, knowledge and help to people, especially children, by just making port calls. Logos Hope, a non-profit educational charity ship, has 400 crewmembers of 45 different nationalities. Interestingly the crew, including the ship captain, do not receive any pay. But this ship brings wonder to people, particularly children with their stock of 5,000 books on such varied topics as literature, art, philosophy and techn...
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28Nov2012BALER, Aurora, Nob 28 (PIA) -- Inilunsad kahapon ng Save the Children, sa pakikipagtulungan ng Plan International at Institute for Sustainable Futures ng University of Technology-Sydney, ang 30-buwang "Child-Centered, Community-Based Climate Change Adaptation project" nito sa Aurora. Sinabi ni Save the Children Program Manager William Azucena na layunin ng proyekto na ihanda ang mga kabahayan sa mga dapat gawin at bawasan ukol sa nakaambang panganib ng lindol, tsunami, bagyo at mga pagbaha. Ito...
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28Nov2012BALER, Aurora, Nob. 28 (PIA) -- Nananatiling malinis mula sa lasong dala ng paralytic shellfish o karaniwang kilala bilang "red tide" ang mga baybayin ng lalawigan ng Bulacan, Zambales at Bataan. Base sa pinakahuling Shellfish Bulletin na inilabas ng Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) noong Nobyembre 23, nananatiling walang nakalalasong red tide ang mga katubigang baybayin ng Bulacan sa Manila Bay; Masinloc Bay sa Zambales at ang mga baybayin ng Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Bal...
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28Nov2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Nob. 28 (PIA) -- Binisita ng grupo ng Bayanihan sa Barangay (BSB) ng pamahalaang panlungsod ng Malolos ang Calero upang maghatid ng mga pangunahing serbisyo at pangangailangan ng mga residente. Sa pangunguna ni Mayor Christian Natividad, inihatid sa mga taga-Calero ang tulong pinansyal, medikal, dental at pamamahagi ng mga gamit pang-barangay upang patuloy na makapagbigay ng serbisyo publiko. Nagpamahagi rin ang BSB ng mga baklad at lambat sa mga mangingisda upang ...
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28Nov2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Nob 28 (PIA) -- Lusot na sa Kongreso ang halagang P60 milyon para sa patubig ng lalawigan ng Bulacan sa 2013 kung saan malaking bahagi nito ay ilalaan sa Ikatlong Distrito. Ayon kay 3rd district representative Jonjon Mendoza, nasa distrito ang pinakamalaking palayan, pinakamalaking suplayer ng mga gulay sa Kamaynilaan at pati pinakamaraming nagtatanim ng kape at manga sa Bulacan kaya makatwiran lamang na laanan ng malaking pondo ang patubig lalo na para sa mga pal...
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28Nov2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Nob 28 (PIA) -- Maghihigpit na ang Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) na huwag payagang dumaan ang mga sobrang mabibigat na sasakyan, o ang mga overloaded sa ibabaw ng flyover ng Malolos. Ayon kay Ferdie Lulu, inhinyero ng Mabey and Johnson, ang kontratistang Briton na nangangasiwa sa lahat ng bakal na tulay sa ilalim ng President’s Bridge Program, nakumpirma ang pag-lost thread ng mga turnilyo nang makatanggap ng reklamo ang DPWH mula sa mga motorista...
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28Nov2012TARLAC CITY, November 28 (PIA) -- Department of Health (DOH) appealed to the public to end discrimination to leprosy patients during the information drive conducted recently in the provinces of Nueva Ecija and Tarlac. Leprosy Control Program (LCP) regional coordinator Renato Pangan said “by providing adequate knowledge and information to local chief executives , school principals and barangay health workers, we will gain the public’s involvement on leprosy health care.” The facilitators ...
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28Nov2012MALOLOS CITY, Bulacan, November 28 (PIA) -- A book that centers on the longest mountain range in the Philippines and its indigenous people, the Dumagats, will be launched on December 3 at the Bulacan State University (BulSu). Entitled Mahabe Pagotan: Kasaysayan, Kalinangan at Lipunan ng mga Dumagat sa Bahaging Bulacan ng Sierra Madre”, the 16-year in the making work was penned by Blessed Sacrament Missionaries of the Poor Inc. missionary and Sagip Sierra Madre Environmental Society President ...
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28Nov2012LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS, Bulacan, Nob 28 (PIA) -- Dapat matuto ang karaniwang Pinoy sa mga katutubo pagdating sa pagmamahal at pagmamalasakit sa kalikasan. Ito ang naging sentro nang pagdiriwang ng 2012 Dayaw-Indigenous Peoples Festival na ginaganap ngayon sa Bulacan. Ayon kay Felipe De Leon, tagapangulo ng National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), ang mga katutubo ang magtuturo sa atin kung paano dapat mahalin at pangalagaan ang kalikasan sapagkat namumuhay silang kasama ang kalikasan....
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28Nov2012CITY OF MALOLOS, Bulacan,Nov. 28 (PIA) -- Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) will hold a Pre-Christmas Diskwento Caravan in Malolos City on Tuesday, December 4. DTI Provincial Director Zorina Aldana said the caravan will be held at the Captiol compound from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aldana said manufacturers of bread, processed meat, detergents, cooking oil, vinegar, canned goods, powdered milk, coffee, shampoo, and bath soap will sell their goods at factory prices. During the caravan, Technical...
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28Nov2012BALER, Aurora, Nov 28 (PIA) -- Save the Children, in partnership with Plan International and Institute for Sustainable Futures of the University of Technology Sydney, yesterday launched its 30-month "Child-Centered, Community-Based Climate Change Adaptation" project in Aurora . William Azucena, Save the Children program manager, said “the project aims to prepare households on what to do and how to reduce risks of earthquakes, tsunamis, typhoons and floods through a localized information, educ...
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28Nov2012SAN FERNANDO CITY, Pampanga, Nov 28 (PIA) -- Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD) of Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has conducted a research colloquium in the San Fernando City, Pampanga. “The colloquium aims to raise awareness and accelerate utilization of technologies and solutions generated through research programs that are supported by our agency,” DOST Regional Director Victor Mariano said. Dante Pulmano and B...
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28Nov2012CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Nov 28 (PIA) -- Bulacan, Zambales, and Bataan provinces remain clear from paralytic shellfish poison or most commonly known as red tide. “The coastal waters of Bulacan in Manila Bay; Masinloc Bay in Zambales; and coastal waters of Mariveles, Limay, Orion, Pilar, Balanga, Orani, Abucay, and Samal in Bataan remain free of the toxic red tide,” the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Shellfish Bulletin dated November 23 reported. BFAR said shellfi...
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27Nov2012"We need to make heroes out of ordinary people; we need to make heroes out of ourselves.” These were the words of the late Interior and Local Government Secretary Jesse Robredo. Last Friday, Subic Bay Workforce Development Foundation Inc. and Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Labor Department recognized 10 individuals who in their own simple ways found how to make heroes out of themselves through discipline, dedication and commitment to excellence. This year’s roster of honorees co...
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27Nov2012LUNGSOD NG TARLAC, Nob. 27 (PIA) -- Pumirma kamakailan ng memorandum of understanding (MOU) ang Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) sa International Wiring Systems (IWS) Philippines at Philippine Resins Industries Incorporated (PRII) para sa implementasyon ng programang Kapatiran WISE-TAV. Ang Kapatiran WISE-TAV para sa mas ligtas, malusog at produktibong manggagawa ay isang flagship tripartite partnership program ng DOLE na naka-angkla sa Work Improvement in Small Enterprise (WISE) ng In...
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27Nov2012TARLAC CITY, November 27 (PIA) -- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with manufacturing giants International Wiring Systems (IWS) Philippines and Philippine Resins Industries Incorporated (PRII) for the implementation of Kapatiran WISE-TAV program. In Tarlac City, DOLE Regional Director Raymundo Agravante and IWS President Hirofumi Shimizu led the signing with seven management and labor representatives of IWS’s contractors, subcont...
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27Nov2012SUBIC FREEPORT, November 26 (PIA) -- Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) Undersecretary for Special Concerns Jose Mari Oquiñena on Friday underscored that the 2012 Ten Outstanding Freeport Workers of Subic Bay are affirmations of good seeds planted that is now reaping a “bountiful” harvest. “They have gone through many challenges, had difficulty balancing family life and career. But they had overcome all these things and now savoring the fruits of their hardships” said...
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