Arayat town enforces face mask use in schools amid rise in influenza cases
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) – The municipal government of Arayat has mandated the wearing of face masks among students in all educational institutions amid a reported increase in influenza-like illnesses in the town. Under Executive Order No. 20, series of 2025, signed on October 22, Mayor Jeffrey Luriz directed all students in public […]
Tilapia FIESTA 2025 showcases unity, innovation for sustainable aquaculture industry By Marie Joy S. Carbungco
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — Hundreds of fish farmers, researchers, investors, and students gathered in Pampanga for the first-ever Tilapia FIESTA [Farms and Industry Encounters through the Science and Technology Agenda], a national event uniting science, technology, and community to strengthen the country’s aquaculture sector. With the theme ‘From Pond to Plate: Celebrating a […]
CBMS convention highlights data-driven governance in Pampanga
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), in partnership with the Provincial Government of Pampanga spearheaded the 2025 Provincial Community-Based Monitoring System (CBMS) Convention and Data Festival, emphasizing the vital role of accurate and updated data in crafting inclusive and evidence-based policies for local development. The event convened planning and […]
‘Mentoring Partnership for New Exporters’ launched at CL trade fair
SM MEGAMALL, ORTIGAS, MANDALUYONG CITY (PIA) — Former President and Pampanga Second District Representative Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has led the launch of the ‘Learning and Mentoring Partnership for Aspiring Exporters’ during the opening of the 27th Likha ng Central Luzon Trade Fair held at SM Megamall, Ortigas Center. The initiative, jointly implemented by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) […]
Stories turn art: Luzon celebrates culture, stories, talent
For the third time, Tarlac transformed into a multiverse of color, talent, and imagination as it celebrated local artists during the Luzon Art Fair 2025. From visual arts and handicrafts to heritage pieces, each creation told a story brought to life by the hands of talented artists. Each booth was a portal to a different […]
CL barangays lauded for peace, justice in Lupong Tagapamayapa Incentives Awards
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — To recognize exemplary practices in community-based peacebuilding and conflict resolution, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) honored Central Luzon’s best lupong tagapamayapa. Held during the 3rd annual PAGMAYA: Pagpupugay sa mga Natatanging Pamahalaang Lokal na Kaagapay sa Kalinisan at Kapayapaan Awards on October 8 […]
Bataan posts 9.3% economic growth for 2024, fastest across Central Luzon
BALANGA CITY (PIA) — The economy of Bataan surged by 9.3 percent in 2024, outpacing its 6.3 percent growth in the previous year and marking the fastest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expansion among provinces and highly urbanized cities (HUCs) in Central Luzon. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), Bataan’s GDP was estimated at P300.61 […]
BFAR pushes initiatives to advance tilapia industry dev’t
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — To strengthen collaboration and boost production in the country’s tilapia industry, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) gathered key stakeholders from across the country for the 2nd National Tilapia Dialogue held in Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga. Aimed at fostering dialogue among tilapia industry players, the activity […]
O&M ng NSCR nakatamo ng mataas na kumpiyansa sa mga mamumuhunan
LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS (PIA) — Tiyak na mapapatakbo nang epektibo, mabilis at ligtas ang 147-kilometerong North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) System, ngayong nakatamo ang Department of Transportation (DOTr) ng mataas na kumpiyansa mula sa mga mamumuhunan para sa operations and maintenance (O&M) nito. Aabot sa 92 na mga dayuhan at lokal na mga mamumuhunan ang lalahok […]
PNP seizes nearly P907-M of illegal drugs in Central Luzon over 100 days
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO 3) has reported strong gains in the government’s anti-drug drive with the confiscation of almost P907 million worth of illegal drugs in Central Luzon. This accomplishment was recorded in the first 100 days under the leadership of Police Regional Director PBGen. Ponce […]