Headline Zambales

06/11/2025

By HENRY EMPEÑO | November 6, 2025 IBA, Zambales — The Zambales provincial government, along with three local government units (LGUs) in the province, gained recognition from the Department of Finance (DOF) on Wednesday for outstanding performance in generating local source revenues (LSR), indicating less reliance on allocations from the national government. Zambales was named Top 8 among the 82 provinces in the country for mustering a 32.50 percent ratio of locally sourced revenue to total current operating income (TCOI)....

By HENRY EMPEÑO | November 6, 2025 IBA, Zambales — The Zambales provincial government, along with three local government units (LGUs) in the province, gained recognition from the Department of Fina…

05/11/2025

By Kathlene Joyce C. Ramones | October 31, 2025 SAN FERNANDO CITY, La Union (PIA) — As Filipinos prepare to honor their departed loved ones this Undas, a new resting place in La Union opens its gates—not for people, but for the pets who loved them unconditionally. For Xavier Mercado, president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of La Union (CCILU) and a lifelong fur parent, this is the fulfillment of a dream that began in childhood. ...

By Kathlene Joyce C. Ramones | October 31, 2025 SAN FERNANDO CITY, La Union (PIA) — As Filipinos prepare to honor their departed loved ones this Undas, a new resting place in La Union opens its gat…

05/11/2025

By Alex Lumaque | October 31, 2025 DUMALAG, Capiz (PIA) — In today’s age of visually driven media, even places of silence and remembrance have become spectacles that captivate the eye and stir curiosity. Take, for instance, the circular cemetery of Dumalag, Capiz—a hidden heritage site that has only recently stepped into the light. Once an untold story, it was rediscovered during the initial phase of the town’s Cultural Mapping and Profiling Project about a decade ago....

By Alex Lumaque | October 31, 2025 DUMALAG, Capiz (PIA) — In today’s age of visually driven media, even places of silence and remembrance have become spectacles that captivate the eye and stir curi…

05/11/2025

By Rick P. Quiambao | November 5, 2025 BALANGA CITY (PIA) — Harnessing the power of digital innovation for inclusive growth, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) gathered leaders, students, innovators, and industry players in Balanga City, Bataan for the Global Emerging Tech Summit 2025 from October 27 to 28. With the theme “Driving Innovation Through Digital Bayanihan,” the summit highlighted key topics on blockchain, artificial intelligence, and other frontier technologies, while tackling discussions on industry trends, government initiatives, regulatory frameworks, academic research, digital inclusion, and countryside development....

By Rick P. Quiambao | November 5, 2025 BALANGA CITY (PIA) — Harnessing the power of digital innovation for inclusive growth, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (D…

05/11/2025

THOUSANDS of corporations, including micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), have received over P80 million in discounts across more than 40,000 transactions with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), stemming from recent corporate sector reforms. Since July, the SEC has issued three memorandum circulars aimed at encouraging the incorporation of MSMEs and further streamlining the registration process for companies tapping the capital market....

THOUSANDS of corporations, including micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), have received over P80 million in discounts across more than 40,000 transactions with the Securities and Exchange C…

05/11/2025

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of its 13th Airbus A330neo aircraft, further bolstering operational resilience and underscoring its leadership as the largest A330neo operator in Asia. The 459-seater aircraft, which arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport from Airbus’ facility in Toulouse, France, is the third of four A330neos expected to arrive this year....

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of its 13th Airbus A330neo aircraft, further bolstering operational resilience and under…

05/11/2025

SPORTS Turismo Alliance, Inc (STA) applause the formation of the National Sports Tourism Inter-Agency Committee (NST-IAC) as approved by President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr through Administrative Order No 38 signed on October 29, 2025. Under the NST-IAC, the committee, headed by Patrick Gregorio, Chairman of the Philippine Sports Commission, has been tasked to manage and oversee the development, promotion, and implementation of sports tourism initiatives....

SPORTS Turismo Alliance, Inc (STA) applause the formation of the National Sports Tourism Inter-Agency Committee (NST-IAC) as approved by President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr through Administrative Order …

05/11/2025

AMID ongoing efforts to harness blockchain technology to strengthen transparency and accountability in the government, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is poised to roll out its own blockchain-based platform that allows for a more secure digital authentication of reports and other documents filed by corporations. The Commission on October 22 issued for public comment the draft memorandum circular on Blockchain-Based Digital Signing and Authentication of SEC Documents using the SEC Verification of Electronic Records and Information Trust and Authentication System (VERITAS)....

AMID ongoing efforts to harness blockchain technology to strengthen transparency and accountability in the government, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is poised to roll out its own blo…

05/11/2025

SINGAPORE (October 31, 2025) — Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has been recognized as Asia’s Low-Cost Airline of the Year by the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation (CAPA), a global authority in aviation research and analysis. The award highlights CEB’s strong business performance and its continued drive to make air travel affordable and accessible for everyone. CAPA’s annual recognition honors the airline that demonstrates outstanding strategic leadership, innovation, and lasting industry impact, setting the standard for low-cost carriers across the region....

SINGAPORE (October 31, 2025) — Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has been recognized as Asia’s Low-Cost Airline of the Year by the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation (CAPA), …

05/11/2025

CONGRATULATIONS TO ZAMBALES LGUs!

Zambales local government units received recognition from the Bureau of Local Government Finance, Department of Finance (BLGF-DOF) during the Stakeholders’ Recognition held November 5, 2025 at the SMX Convention Center Aura.

ZAMBALES
• Top 8 – (32.50%) Ratio of local source revenue (LSR) to total current operating income (TCOI)

SAN FELIPE
• Top 3 – (182.05%) Year-on-year growth rate in local source revenue

MASINLOC
• Top 5 – (68.26%) Ratio of local source revenue (LSR) to total current operating income (TCOI)
• Top 10 - Local source revenue (LSR)

SAN MARCELINO
• Top 7 – (132%) Year-on-year growth rate in local source revenue

* Local source revenue (LSR) refers to income generated by local government units (LGUs) from within their own jurisdictions, as opposed to funds transferred from the national government. These revenues provide local governments with fiscal autonomy and resources to fund local services and development projects.

A higher ratio of local source revenue (LSR) to total current operating income (TCOI) indicates greater fiscal autonomy and less reliance on central transfers.

04/11/2025

HOLIDAY READY WITH SM MARKETS CHRISTMAS BASKETS AND BUNDLES

The Christmas spirit is alive at SM City Olongapo Central and SM City Olongapo Downtown as SM Markets brings a wide selection of Christmas Basket Specials for every kind of celebration.

Here’s what you can shop for this Christmas:
• Traditional Baskets - Celebrate the holidays with baskets filled with Filipino favorites and local treats that everyone in the family will enjoy.

• Holiday Storage Baskets - Give something useful this Christmas with baskets that can also be used for home storage after the festivities.

• Imported Traditional Baskets - For those who love something extra special, enjoy premium imported goodies like chocolates and snacks that bring a taste of global holidays to your table.

• Fruit Salad and Pancit Palabok Bundles - Make celebrations easier with ready-to-cook and easy-to-prepare bundles featuring classic Pinoy favorites like Fruit Salad and Pancit Palabok.

• SM Bonus Bags - These budget-friendly bags are filled with Pinoy snacks and holiday essentials, making them a practical choice for gifting.

• DIY Gift Ideas - Create something personal this Christmas. Find everything you need in-store to make your own thoughtful and creative gifts.

All these Christmas treats and gift ideas are available at SM Supermarket SM City Olongapo Central and SM City Olongapo Downtown.