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June 7, 2024 – The National ICT Month and University Town Summit have officially commenced at the Bataan People’s Center, led by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Bataan and the City Government of Balanga, Sangguniang Panlungsod Members, through the University Town Education Council UTEC and City Education Excellence Development Office. This event continue reading : Bataan’s Digital Future: 2024 National ICT Month Kick-Off and Balanga’s University Town Summit

June 1, 2024 – A total of 380 children from across Balanga City participated in the annual MSGC Operation Tuli organized by the Ugnayang Balangueño Multi-Sectoral Governance Coalition (MSGC) in close partnership with the City Government of Balanga and its stakeholders and sponsors. Held at PENELCO Auditorium, this event highlights the community’s commitment to the continue reading : Balanga City’s MSGC Conducts Successful Operation Tuli for 380 Children

On May 25, 2024, the City Government of Balanga hosted the 7th annual Tobacco-Free Generation (TFG) Bike Ride, drawing 1,009 participants.  Typically held in August, the event has been moved to May to coincide with World No Tobacco Month. This year’s ride featured two routes: a shorter 5-kilometer course and a more challenging 30-kilometer route, continue reading : Balanga Hosts 7th Annual Tobacco-Free Generation Bike Ride with Over 1,000 Participants

The City Government of Balanga held its 2024 Grand Santacruzan on May 20, 2024, a cherished annual festivity that showcases the city’s rich cultural and religious heritage. This event brought together residents and visitors to commemorate the traditional procession. Organized by the City Tourism Office through Mr. Norlie Castro, the procession saw active participation from continue reading : Balanga City Celebrates 2024 Grand Santacruzan: A Tribute to Cultural and Religious Heritage

The COB Sportsfest 2024 officially commenced on May 22, 2024, at the Penelco Auditorium, organized by the City Health Office under the leadership of Dr. Mariano Antonio Banzon. This year’s theme, “Empowering Health: Building Unity in the Workplace,” underscores the event’s focus on promoting wellness, teamwork, and solidarity among government employees. The opening ceremony began continue reading : Unity and Health Take Center Stage at COB Sportsfest 2024

Balanga City recently welcomed representatives from the Presidential Communications Office (PCOO). On behalf of City Mayor Francis Anthony S. Garcia, Vice-Mayor Vianca Lita V. Gozon and Board Member Jovy Z. Banzon warmly received them. Following this significant visit, the PCOO, in collaboration with the City Government of Balanga through the Management Information Services Office led continue reading : PCOO Conducts Barangay Freedom Of Information Seminar To Enhance Balanga’s Best Practices on Transparency and Public Engagement

April 17, 2024 – In a concerted effort to streamline passport acquisition for the residents of Bataan, the City Government of Balanga, in collaboration with the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), recently conducted the Passport on Wheels program. The program, held at Vista Mall Bataan, was made possible through the visionary leadership of Governor Joet continue reading : COB Passport on Wheels 2024

On April 28, 2024, the Pistang Balangueño 2024 celebration concluded with an exciting Music Festival held in the SM City Bataan Parking lot, featuring the renowned music artist Bamboo. In a joint effort between the City Government of Balanga, through the City Tourism Office headed by Mr. Norlie Castro, and SM City Bataan, the first-ever continue reading : Pistang Balangueño 2024 Music Festival featuring Bamboo at SM City Bataan