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12/12/2025

Aprubado na ang gratuity pay para sa COS at JO workers!

Bilang pagkilala sa mahalagang kontribusyon ng mga Contract of Service (COS) at Job Order (JO) workers, pinirmahan ni PBBM ang Administrative Order No. 39 na nagbibigay ng year-end gratuity pay na hanggang PhP7,000 para sa mga kwalipikadong manggagawa sa gobyerno.

12/12/2025

3 NABBED FOR ILLEGAL FISHING IN SUBIC WATERS

A joint operation between the Olongapo City Maritime Police Station (MARPSTA) and Subic MPS successfully arrested three (3) individuals caught using illegal fishing gears, just three (3) kilometers from the shoreline of Sitio Sampaloc, Brgy. Cawag, Subic, Zambales on December 11, 2025.
The three (3) fishermen, all from Subic, Zambales, were caught during the seaborne patrol operations of the joint team, using Danish Seine fishing nets, strictly prohibited under RA 10654 or “The Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998”. The motorized banca and all their fishing gears were confiscated.
The Danish Seine or locally known as “hulbot-hulbot” is a destructive fishing method that destroys marine habitats such as coral reefs and seagrass beds banned under Sections 86, 95, and 97 of RA 10654, and further under BFAR FAO no. 246-1.
“Binabati ko po ang epektibong koordinasyon ng ating kapulisan sa Subic at ng ating Maritime Police para masawata ang mga illegal na pangingisda at pangalagaan ang ating mga yamang dagat.” Ani ni PCOL ARIOLA.

12/12/2025

Ebdane leads send-off program for uniformed personnel at 33rd APR Scout Jamboree
By Jonas Reyes

Botolan, Zambales – Governor Hermogenes E. Ebdane Jr. led the send-off program of uniformed personnel at the 33rd Asia-Pacific Regional Scout Jamboree at the Kainomayan Scout Camp in the town of Botolan, Zambales on December 12, 2025.
During his speech, Ebdane told the uniformed personnel, “Always carry a notebook and take down notes…you might as well enjoy your work in this jamboree.”
He added that their deployment to the 33rd APR Scout Jamboree will ensure the coordination, immediate response, and unhampered safety of each and every delegate participating in the event.
Personnel from the Zambales Provincial Police Office, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine Army, Philippine Coast Guard, Bureau of Fire Protection, SWAT and Botolan Municipal Police Station will be stationed at the area.
These personnel will serve as primary representatives who will ensure the orderliness and safety of one of the biggest scouting events in the region.
Meanwhile, Governor Ebdane sworn in as the Camp Chief, along with Mayor Jun Omar Ebdane as Deputy Camp Chief for Operations, and SDS Roderick Fallorin, CESO VI as Deputy Camp Chief for Programs.
Atty. Cedrick G. Train, BSP Acting Secretary General, facilitated the swearing in of the three officials at the said event. This was followed by the Installation and Presentation of the Jamboree Neckerchief and Turnover of 33rd APR Scout Jamboree Flag.
A cultural presentation was conducted by the Danacbunga Elementary School, showing the wonderful culture of the Zambaleño to the participants who witnessed the event.
“Patuloy ang puspusang paghahanda ng Pamahalaang Panlalawigan ng Zambales at ng inyong lingkod upang masiguro ang seguridad, kaayusan, at lubos na kahandaan ng lalawigan para sa nalalapit na 33rd APR Scout Jamboree,” Ebdane said.

Photos from Zambales for the People

12/12/2025

𝟞𝟡𝕥𝕙 𝕀𝕟𝕗𝕒𝕟𝕥𝕣𝕪 “ℂ𝕠𝕦𝕘𝕒𝕣” 𝔹𝕒𝕥𝕥𝕒𝕝𝕚𝕠𝕟 𝕀𝕡𝕚𝕟𝕒𝕘𝕕𝕚𝕣𝕚𝕨𝕒𝕟𝕘 𝕒𝕟𝕘 𝔻𝕚𝕨𝕒 𝕟𝕘 ℙ𝕒𝕘𝕜𝕒𝕜𝕒𝕚𝕤𝕒 𝕒𝕥 ℙ𝕒𝕞𝕒𝕟𝕒𝕟𝕘 ℙ𝕚𝕝𝕚𝕡𝕚𝕟𝕠 𝕤𝕒 “ℙ𝕒𝕤𝕜𝕠 𝕤𝕒 ℂ𝕒𝕞𝕡𝕠 𝟚𝟘𝟚𝟝”

Palauig, Zambales — Ipinagdiwang ng 69th Infantry (COUGAR) Battalion, Philippine Army, sa pamumuno ni LTC MARK ANTHONY B RUELOS INF (GSC) PA, ang kanilang Christmas Party Celebration na may makulay na temang “Pasko sa Campo 2025” nitong Disyembre 08, 2025 sa Headquarters 69IB, Tent City, Brgy. Bulawen, Palauig, Zambales.
Nabighani ang buong kampo sa makukulay na banderitas, nagliliwanag na dekorasyon, mga ginawang parol, at ang natatanging kagandahan ng mga kasuotang inspired sa Katipunero para sa mga kalalakihan, habang nakasuot naman ng mga magagarbong Filipiniana ang mga kababaihang uniformed personnel—patunay sa mataas na pagpapahalaga ng yunit sa kulturang Pilipino.
Ang selebrasyong ito ay hindi lamang basta pagdiriwang—ito rin ay nagsilbing makapangyarihang simbolo ng pagkakaisa, samahan, at katatagan ng Cougar Battalion. Itinampok ng “Pasko sa Campo 2025” ang kahalagahan ng paggalang sa mga nakagisnang tradisyon habang pinagtitibay ang ugnayan ng mga sundalong patuloy na naglilingkod para sa kapayapaan at bayan.
Naging masigla ang gabi sa tuwa at halakhak, tampok ang mga raffle, masasayang palaro, at maiinit na dance performances na naghatid ng saya sa buong Cougar family. Nagsilbi rin ang okasyon bilang sandali ng pagninilay at pasasalamat sa mga kolektibong tagumpay ng yunit ngayong taon, habang pinagtitibay ang kanilang paninindigan sa paglilingkod sa sambayanang Pilipino.
Patuloy na isinusulong ng 69IB ang kultura ng teamwork, kahusayan, at bayanihan—mga halagang higit pang nagliliwanag tuwing panahon ng Kapaskuhan.

12/12/2025

𝐀𝐅𝐀𝐁 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐃𝐚𝐲
The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) recently met with startups, founders, and representatives from the academe and government during the 2nd Bataan Startup Day held on November 27-28, 2025 at the Bataan Tourism Center Pavilion.
This engagement forms part of the agency’s exploration of potential investments and innovation opportunities within the Freeport Area of Bataan (FAB). The discussions centered on new technologies, business models, and industries that can strengthen the Freeport’s economic ecosystem, including the eligibility of startups to register and access AFAB incentives.
Organized by the 1Bataan Innovation Council with the Provincial Government of Bataan and JCI-Bataan, Inc., the event gathered more than 400 participants from government, industry, academe, and the startup community.
As an advisory committee member of the 1Bataan Innovation Council, AFAB continues to champion innovation-driven investments, including startups focused on blockchain and emerging technologies. The agency is also reviewing regulatory matters related to fintech and blockchain to provide clearer guidance for enterprises interested in digital finance and other emerging sectors.

11/12/2025

SBMA champions 2025 FOI awards among GOCCs

Subic Bay Freeport–The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) emerged as champion in the recently concluded 2025 Freedom of Information (FOI) Awards held at The Bellevue Manila in Alabang, Muntinlupa City, on November 28.

SBMA bagged the FOI Champion Award in the Government-Owned and –Controlled Corporation (GOCC) category, along with the Philippine Guarantee Corporation (PGC) in the 1st Runner-Up spot and the Philippine Charity and Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) in the 2nd Runner-Up.

SBMA Office Services Department (OSD) OIC-Manager and FOI Receiving Officer (FRO) Jaime H. Menor, Jr., with his staff FRO Angelo M. Mañalac and FRO Randy D. Canlas, received the award on behalf of SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño, marking a strong year for transparency and public accountability among government institutions.

Aliño lauded this accolade, noting that it is a meaningful affirmation of the agency’s commitment to openness, proactive information sharing, and active public engagement, and emphasized that transparency remains a cornerstone of effective and democratic governance.

Themed, “KALIKASAN: Knowledge Access for Local and International Key Actions on Sustainability, Accountability, and Nature,” the awards ceremony underscored the crucial role of transparent public information in promoting environmental stewardship, good governance, and sustainable development, signifying a strong year for transparency and public accountability among government institutions.

Aside from the agency’s award, Canlas was also recognized as one of the Best FOI Receiving Officers in the Philippines, distinguishing himself among frontliners nationwide who ensure efficient, transparent, and citizen-friendly access to public information.

The FOI Awards is an annual initiative recognizing outstanding government agencies and individuals who champion transparency and uphold the public’s right to information under the FOI Program. (30)

11/12/2025

Hit and run leads to standoff as coffee shop owner pulls gun inside Olongapo barangay hall
By Jonas Reyes

Olongapo City, Zambales – Two incidents of hit and run led to a standoff as an alleged coffee shop owner brandishes gun inside the Mabayuan Barangay Hall on Wednesday evening.
According to Barangay Captain Edwin Esposo, the suspect is an alleged coffee shop owner from the town of Subic who was driving a Toyota White Avanza after a drinking session with his friends.
The suspect was traversing the Otero Avenue when he first hit a Toyota Innova parked near a school, which he then sped and tried to escape the incident. A concerned citizen reported the incident, prompting the Mabayuan BPAT to chase the vehicle.
The vehicle was later stopped at Barangay Kalaklan where the suspect hit another vehicle, this time a tricycle with passengers. Due to the impact, the single motorcycle detached from its sidecar, throwing the passengers out on the road.
The victims were immediately taken to the nearest medical facility.
The apprehended suspect was taken back to the Mabayuan Barangay Hall while the two passengers of the suspect were able to escape before being beaten by bystanders.
While inside the BPAT office, the suspect asked to go to the toilet, but was holding a gun after leaving the toilet. The suspect then ordered the BPAT to leave the office.
This prompted the BPAT to call the police. After a few minutes of negotiation, the suspect surrendered and was taken to the Olongapo City Police Office (OCPO) Station 5 for detention.

Screengrab from Shania Fye Garcia

10/12/2025

𝐍𝐈𝐀 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐌𝐎 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 ₱𝟏.𝟑 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐠 𝐇𝐨𝐛𝐨𝐥 𝐈𝐀

The NIA Zambales Irrigation Management Office (IMO), led by Acting Division Manager Engr. Wendell C. Martin, has officially released ₱1.3 million in livelihood funding to Dalig Hobol Irrigators Association (IA). This grant follows the association's recognition as one of the Best Irrigators Associations in the Search for the Most Outstanding IA 2024 for the CIS Category, highlighting their exceptional performance in irrigation management and community development.

The livelihood funding aims to empower Dalig Hobol IA to establish income-generating projects, enhance agricultural productivity, and improve the overall welfare of its members.

With continued guidance from NIA Zambales IMO, Dalig Hobol IA is poised to make the most of this award, fostering sustainable farming practices and expanding economic opportunities for the entire community.

08/12/2025

Zambales top druggie arrested in Subic

Subic, Zambales - A top illegal drug personality was arrested at Barangay Calapacuan in the town of Subic on December 7, 2025.
According to a police report, the joint operatives of the Zambales Police Provincial Office (ZPPO) and PDEA Zambales led to the arrest of alias Jilas, a top illegal drug personality in Zambales.
Jilas is charged with Violation of RA 9165, Sections 5 & 11, and was in possession of more or less 8.5 grams of suspected shabu with a standard drug price of P57,800.00
The operation, led by PLT Michael Rey N Bernardo, resulted in the arrest of the above-named mentioned.
The suspect and the seized evidence were brought to Subic MPS for proper disposition.

BFL, Zambales Herald

07/12/2025

Drug Den Dismantled; 3 Suspects Nabbed in Subic Buy-Bust ops

SUBIC, Zambales — A joint anti-drug operation conducted at dawn on Saturday led to the dismantling of a suspected drug den and the arrest of three individuals in Purok 1, Barangay Calapacuan, Subic, Zambales.

The buy-bust operation was carried out at around 3:15 a.m. on December 7, 2025, by operatives of the PDEA Zambales Provincial Office, led by IA3 William M. Dulay, in coordination with the Subic Municipal Police Station under PLTCOL Joe Louies I. Lo Jr., and the Zambales Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit headed by PCPT Vicente C. Soriano.

Authorities identified the arrested suspects as Len, 49, alleged drug den maintainer; Vi 54; and Jo, 23. All are residents of the same barangay where the operation was conducted.

Recovered from the suspects were a total of 17 grams of suspected shabu, with an estimated street value of ₱28,900 and a standard drug price of ₱115,600. Seized items included six plastic sachets containing suspected shabu, foil strips, drug paraphernalia, a cellular phone, and a ₱500 buy-bust bill used during the transaction.

The suspects will face charges for violating Sections 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, and possible 15 of the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 (RA 9165).

Authorities reported that all operating personnel were safe and accounted for following the successful operation.

JGC/Zambales Herald

05/12/2025

AFAB eyes possible Bataan Freeport investments in Singapore FinTech Festival 2025
By Jonas Reyes

The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) is eyeing to lure in more FinTech investors to locate at the Freeport Area of Bataan (FAB) during the Singapore FinTech Festival 2025 held at the Singapore EXPO in November 2025.

According to AFAB, the government-owned and controlled corporation (GOCC) took part in the Singapore FinTech Festival 2025, engaging with sector leaders and technology firms to identify developments that support the Freeport’s efforts to attract digital-focused enterprises.

Many participants of the Singapore FinTech Festival 2025 have shown interest in investing inside the Bataan Freeport, noting FAB’s location with competitive logistics, available talent, and straightforward processes.

The AFAB delegation also gathered insights during the festival, eyeing to boost the agency’s ongoing initiatives related to digital readiness, sustainability, and investment promotion aimed at attracting future-oriented enterprises.

The agency cited that the festival featured national pavilions, thematic exhibits, and technical sessions covering payment technologies, digital commerce tools, customer experience solutions, cybersecurity practices, open finance systems, and sustainability-related financial products.

The AFAB delegation visited the Philippines Pavilion, where discussions tackled recent updates in Google’s payment platforms, the role of digital tools in improving customer engagement, and practical applications of green technology among financial institutions.

The team also joined regional briefings on payment trends, investment movements in Southeast Asia, and regulatory developments shaping the sector. These sessions offered context on the considerations influencing firm decisions when identifying suitable environments for digital-driven operations.

Fintech, or financial technology, refers to the use of technology to offer financial services in new and innovative ways. It helps businesses, entrepreneurs, and consumers manage financial activities more efficiently, using software and algorithms accessible via computers and smartphones.

Fintech has grown significantly, moving from supporting financial institutions to offering consumer services, disrupting traditional providers with faster and more accessible alternatives. This growth has also led to increased regulatory focus, and major tech companies are also entering the space.

05/12/2025

PNP-DEG arrests suspect and live-in partner, seizes P2.7M drugs in buy-bust operation in Subic, Zambales

Subic, Zambales —A buy-bust operation launched by the Philippine National Police–Drug Enforcement Group (PNP-DEG) resulted in the arrest of a drug suspect with his live-in partner, as well as the confiscation of some P2.7-million illegal drugs in Purok 2, Aroma Street, Barangay Baraca Camachile in the morning of December 5, 2025.
The operation was carried out at around 12:51am by joint elements of PNP-DEG SOU3 led by PLt Rex Pe Ging-Awan and the Subic MPS personnel and PDEA RO3. The law enforcers conducted the anti-illegal drug operation in violation of Republic Act 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
Authorities said the two sold illegal drugs to an undercover police officer, prompting the operatives to immediately place the individual under arrest. The police recovered the buy-bust money and sachets believed to contain shabu at MOL 400 grams with SDP amounting to P2,720,000.00.
The arrested suspect together with his live-in partner were brought to the SOU3 office for documentation and proper disposition. Charges for violation of R.A. 9165 will be filed against the individual.
The PNP-DEG reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying anti-drug efforts to curb the distribution of illegal drugs in Zambales and nearby provinces.

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