Lazatin files House resolution supporting 4-day workweek
ANGELES CITY – “With the escalating conflict in the Middle East, countries are now bracing to cushion the impact of projected oil price increase in the global economy.” Thus, Pampanga 1st District Rep. Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr., premised his filing on March 5 House Resolution No. 843, “Supporting the Proposed Adoption of Four-Day Work Week […]
FIESTA Communities hailed as one of Pag-IBIG Fund’s Top Developers Nationwide
Angeles City – FIESTA Communities Incorporated (FCI) once again proved itself as one of the top housing developers in the country after ranking as number 5 nationwide in the recently concluded Pag-IBIG Fund’s Chairman’s report for 2025 held last Friday, February 27, 2026 at the Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City. Anchored on the theme […]
Iran–Israel Conflict: The Economic Implications on CL
THE ESCALATING tensions between Iran and Israel may appear geographically distant, but for Central Luzon and particularly Pampanga their economic consequences are immediate and tangible. For an oil-import-dependent country like the Philippines, instability in the Middle East directly translates into higher global crude prices. In turn, this results in higher fuel costs locally. For a […]
Púpul ning Banua 2026 event and recognition cited by veteran host and professor
Renown Kapampangan host and professor Cecile Yumul has weighed in on the success of Pupul Ning Banua 2026, particularly the recognition given by the Angeles City government on artists and participants. The veteran broadcaster took to social media her appreciation of the event in celebration of the National Arts Month organized by the City Tourism […]
DOTr, BCDA team up with ARAW-ACI for greening local watersheds
Aeta stewards in Sapangbato to get subsidy from DOTr’s program GREENING PARTNERSHIP. The Department of Transportation, Bases Conversion and Development Authority, and ARAW-ACI conduct an ocular inspection at the Sapangbato Watershed on February 27, 2026. In photo are DOTr Asst. Sec. Irish ‘IC” Calaguas, BCDA Vice Pres. Richard Cepe, and ARAW ACI Vice President Sonny […]
Cong Pogi pushes for 24/7 mental health hotlines in LGUs
(File photo shows Angeles LGU personnel getting ready to transport a mentally-challenged individual from the treatment facility to be reunited with their family.) Congressman Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. wants 24/7 mental health hotlines established in all provinces, cities, and municipalities in the country. Filed by Lazatin on February 25, 2026, House Bill No. 8084 mandates […]
Nationwide 24/7 mental health hotlines pushed in the House
ANGELES CITY — Pampanga 1st District Rep. Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. filed on Feb. 25 House Bill No. 8084 seeking the establishment of 24/7 mental health hotlines in all provinces, cities, and municipalities in the country. To be accessible 24 hours a day, and seven days a week, the hotlines shall be managed by trained […]
Angeleño creativity, bumida sa runway ng Púpul ning Kalalangan
Nagliwanag ang entablado ng Plaza Angel sa isang gabi ng sining at estilo nang itampok ang runway showcase ng Púpul ning Kalalangan: Katutuan at Tépángan nitong Sabado, February 7. Bida sa programa ang fashion show na nagpakita ng mga disenyong humuhugot ng inspirasyon sa kultura at identidad ng Angeles City. Inirampa ng mga modelo ang […]
Angeles City unveils UÁNGIS
The City Government of Angeles officially unveiled UÁNGIS – Portrait Paintings of Angeles Mayors, a commemorative exhibit honoring the legacy, leadership, and historical contributions of the city’s past and present chief executives. Held under the National Arts Month theme, “Púpul ning Kalalangan, Katutuan at Tépángan,” the exhibit highlights the vital role of arts in preserving […]
BI nabs foreign nationals linked to Pampanga scam hub
ANGELES CITY — The Bureau of Immigration (BI) arrested four foreign nationals allegedly involved in telecommunications fraud, online gaming scams, and other illicit activities in Angeles City. In a report to Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado, BI Intelligence Division Chief Fortunato Manahan, Jr. and Regional Intelligence Operations Unit 3 (RIOU-3) operatives detailed the enforcement operation conducted […]