Peaceful demolition, orderly clearing operations along Abacan River
ANGELES CITY – Neither heated confrontations nor acts of violence obtained at the start on Sept. 10 of the clearing by the city government and voluntary demolition by residents of illegally-constructed structures along the Abacan River. The clearing was undertaken by Task Force Abacan composed of the city offices of environmental management system, environment and […]
LGU workers’ hazard pay pushed at the House
ANGELES CITY – A bill seeking to grant hazard pay to local government employees was filed in the House by Pampanga 1st District Rep. Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. on Sept. 4. House Bill No. 4357 to be known as the “Local Government Employees’ Hazard Pay Act,” seeks to grant LGU employees the pay equivalent to […]
PBA draftees join fellow Kapampangan players, coaches, owner
At least five PBA draftees are set to join fellow Kapampangan players and coaches after being picked by various teams in the league Sunday night. They join an already impressive cast of players and even coaches from the province that has produced several standouts, including the very first PBA Rookie of the Year awardee Gil […]
Cong Pogi pushes for free national online library
ANGELES CITY — Pampanga 1st District Rep. Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr., on Sept. 4 filed a bill mandating the establishment of the Philippine Online Library and the digitization of all prescribed references for public education. Under House Bill No. 4356, to be known as the “Establishing the Philippine Online Library and Digitization of Public School […]
Obispo Cesar Ma. Guerrero: NHCP unveils historical marker on Pampanga’s first bishop
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO – The 69th anniversary of the canonical coronation of the Virgen de los Remedios, patroness of Pampanga, on Sept. 8, assumed greater significance, in the historical sense, with an official recognition of its founding proponent. The National Historical Commission of the Philippines unveiled the historical marker, “Obispo Cesar Ma. Guerrero” on […]
EO: Unclaimed impounded vehicles in AC sold after 90 days
ANGELES CITY – Wanting more space in its impounding areas already overcrowded with unclaimed vehicles, some over a decade there, the city government has come out with a measure for the proper disposal of the same. Mayor Jon Lazatin on Sept. 3 issued Executive Order 14 Series of 2025 – Promulgating Implementing Rules and Regulations […]
Nueva Ecija gov’t gets award for sustainable ecological waste management Inb
The Nueva Ecija government, under the leadership of Governor Aurelio Umali, has received an award for sustainable ecological solid waste management. Vice Governor Lemon Umali accepted the plaque of recognition during the Environmental Summit 2025, organized by the Environmental Management Bureau Region 3, with the theme “Ending Global Plastic Pollution,” in a hotel in Angeles […]
Angeles City gov’t hosts Negros Occidental LGU’s delegates for tourism activities
The Angeles City government has welcomed a delegation from the Negros Occidental government for a day of cultural immersion, heritage exploration, and a hands-on culinary experience. Angeles City Tourism Office (ACTO) head Louie Lazatin, in partnership with the Kuliat Foundation Inc., led the city in welcoming the guests. The visitors included Provincial Board Member Arthur […]
EC Soliman waste management firm receives 2nd landmark award
ANGELES CITY — The San Fernando-based waste management company EC Soliman added another feather to its cap when it was recognized anew by the LandBank of the Philippines for its outstanding performance that contributed to “meaningful change in industries and communities nationwide.” EC Soliman Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Epitacio C. Soliman, Jr. received the […]
Mayor Lazatin declares half-day gov’t work, class suspension in Angeles City on Sept. 8
Angeles City Mayor Carmelo “Jon” Lazatin II has issued an executive order suspending the government work and school classes in all levels, both in public and private, starting 12 noon on September 8, in observance of the 69th Canonical Coronation of Virgen Delos Remedios. Under EO No. 013, dated September 3, the mayor noted the […]