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Central Luzon Crime Rate Drops by 210 Cases in November 2025 — PRO3
Pampanga — Crime incidence across Central Luzon declined significantly in November 2025, with 210 fewer cases recorded compared to the previous month, underscoring the sustained impact of intensified law-enforcement operations and proactive policing by the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3). Based on comparative crime statistics, total crime incidence dropped from 3,576 cases in October to…
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Six Regional Most Wanted Persons Arrested in Central Luzon Anti-Crime Operations
Pampanga — Six individuals listed among the Top Regional Most Wanted Persons (MWPs) were captured in a series of police operations across Central Luzon from December 1 to 4, 2025, as Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) intensified its warrant enforcement efforts. On December 4 in San Simon, Pampanga, authorities arrested a 32-year-old fugitive ranked No.…
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1st large-scale waste-to-energy plant to rise in New Clark City
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), together with a Filipino-Indian consortium, is moving forward with the establishment of the first large-scale waste-to-energy (WTE) plant in the country—a world-class, state-of-the-art facility that will transform waste into clean energy, power thousands of households, and generate jobs for Filipinos across the Central Luzon region. On 19 November,…
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Gatchalian Extends Cash, Food Aid to Storm-Hit Aurora as Rains Persist
AURORA — As Aurora braces for more rains in the coming weeks, Senator Sherwin “Win” Gatchalian traveled to the province on Saturday, November 22, 2025, to assess the situation of communities still recovering from the devastation caused by Super Typhoon Uwan. The senator led the distribution of cash and food assistance to thousands of affected…
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DOST brings science closer to people, launches three major programs in Central Luzon
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) rolls out three major science, technology, and innovation facilities in Central Luzon to bring its services closer to the communities. DOST secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr., together with DOST Undersecretary Sancho A. Mabborang, and DOST Region 3 Director Julius Caesar V. Sicat led the inauguration of the Smarter…
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Zambales naghahanda na sa pagdating ni Uwan
Bilang bahagi ng paghahanda sa inaasahang pagtama ng bagyong Uwan (international name Fung Wong) sa Northern at Central Luzon, nagsagawa ngayong Biyernes, Nobyembre 07, ng coordination meeting ang Pamahalaang Panlalawigan ng Zambales. Sa pangunguna ni Engr. Domingo L. Mariano ng Provincial Engineering Office at Rolex Estella ng Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office kasama ang…
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BCDA, Tarlac to open community college in New Clark City
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) and the Provincial Government of Tarlac have forged a landmark partnership to establish the Tarlac Community College in New Clark City, a move seen to boost regional development, expand access to affordable and quality education, and build a future-ready workforce in Central Luzon. BCDA President and Chief Executive…
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Over 12,000 PRO3 Personnel and Volunteers Deployed for “Ligtas Undas 2025” in Central Luzon
PAMPANGA — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) is set to deploy more than 12,000 law enforcement personnel and force multipliers across Central Luzon to ensure a peaceful and orderly observance of All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days under the nationwide security campaign “Ligtas Undas 2025.” According to Police Brig. General Ponce Rogelio I. Peñones…
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C. Luzon police nab all 10 regional most wanted in 14 days
PAMPANGA – The Police Regional Office (PRO) 3 (Central Luzon) has arrested all 10 Regional Level Most Wanted Persons (RLMWPs) in the region within 14 days. In a statement Tuesday evening, the PRO-3 said the top wanted individuals, facing charges for murder, rape, robbery, and drug violations, were captured from Oct. 1 to 14 after…
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RTWPB-C. Luzon OKs wage hike for workers, ‘kasambahay’
PAMPANGA – The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB)-3 (Central Luzon) has granted wage increases for daily minimum wage earners ranging from PHP50 to PHP80 while a PHP500 adjustment has also been approved for domestic workers or “kasambahay,” the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) said. In a social media post, the RTWPB-3 through…
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Central Luzon’s Best to Shine at the 27th Likha ng Central Luzon Trade Fair
MANDALUYONG CITY — The vibrant creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of Central Luzon will once again take center stage as the 27th Likha ng Central Luzon Trade Fair unfolds from October 15 to 19, 2025, at Megatrade Hall 2, SM Megamall. The much-anticipated annual event, organized by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Region III,…
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PRO3 Heightens Security Amid Bomb Threats in Schools; Warns Public Against Hoaxes
PAMPANGA — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) has intensified its security measures and monitoring efforts after a series of bomb threats were reported in various schools across Central Luzon in recent days. Authorities confirmed that several schools received alarming messages about alleged explosive devices, leading to immediate evacuations and clearing operations. Explosives and Ordnance…
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PRO3 Seals Major Health Partnership with JBLMGH to Boost Welfare of Central Luzon Police
PAMPANGA — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) formally cemented its commitment to the health and welfare of its personnel by signing a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Jose B. Lingad Memorial General Hospital (JBLMGH), Central Luzon’s premier government hospital. The ceremonial signing, held this morning, October 6, at Camp Captain Julian Olivas, was…
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PRO3 Launches Program to Empower Security Guards as Force Multipliers
PAMPANGA — Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) has rolled out a new program aimed at strengthening coordination with private security guards to bolster community safety and enhance quick response capabilities across Central Luzon. The initiative, dubbed “Strengthening Security Guards Force Multipliers: A PRO3 Collaborative Action to PNP’s Quick Response Strategies,” was launched on Friday, September…
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Police Nets over PHP2 Million Worth of Shabu, Arrests Three High-Value Targets in Bulacan, Bataan Operations
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — Three identified high-value drug targets and their cohorts were arrested in separate police operations in Bulacan and Bataan, yielding over PHP2 million worth of suspected shabu. In Sta. Maria, Bulacan on Tuesday, September 2, joint operatives from the Sta. Maria Municipal Police Station (MPS) Special Drug Enforcement Unit, Bulacan PIU, PIT…
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