La Trinidad celebrates the success of Denesia Esnara, an Administrative Aide under the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO), who recently bagged a bronze medal during the 13th ASEAN PARA GAMES in Thailand. Esnara competed in the Para Powerlifting 55kg category, successfully lifted 73kg, which earned her a spot on the podium. Mayor Roderick Awingan deeply congratulates Ms. Esnara on her outstanding representation of the municipality and the Cordilleras. “Ind

The first batch of 80 "Bantay Basura" advocates has been officially deputized to enforce environmental laws in La Trinidad following a comprehensive re-orientation program facilitated by the Municipal Mayor’s Office. The training, part of the Municipal Ordinance Enforcers program, focused on equipping participants with the tools to effectively implement the town’s solid waste policies. During the session, Executive Assistant Atty. Delmar Cariño discussed the importance of cus

Mayor Roderick Awingan recently met with the members of the La Trinidad Women’s Brigade to celebrate their continued commitment to local safety. The Mayor thanked the group for their hard work, noting that their volunteer efforts are a perfect example of how citizens and police can work together to keep the community secure. ​Councilors Teddy Walang, Horacio Ramos, Jr. and PLTCOL Caloy Dausen also attended the event to show their support. They emphasized that the partnership

Following the site inspection conducted by Mayor Roderick C. Awingan early this morning, the municipality’s traffic management plan has immediately moved into the implementation phase. Installation of new traffic signages began today to address the proposed improvements for our road networks. This initiative is a collaborative effort led by the Mayor's Office, working in close coordination with the LTMPS (La Trinidad Municipal Police Station), POST (Public Order and Safety Te

Moving from planning to action, the Local Government Unit of La Trinidad, led by Mayor Roderick Awingan, and the La Trinidad MPS, headed by PLTCOL. Zacarias Dausen, hit the ground earlier today. The team conducted a thorough walkthrough from Km. 5 to Km. 3 to pinpoint exact locations for new traffic signages. This is a crucial step in our ongoing commitment to road safety, ensuring that motorists and commuters have the clear guidance they need while traversing our municipalit

The Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) and the Mayor’s Office Public Order and Safety Team (POST) have joined forces to enhance the Puguis Communal Forest stage, a vital hub for community programs and local activities. By combining their manpower and technical skills, the teams are currently retrofitting and improving the structure to better serve the public. This collaborative effort underscores the municipal government's commitment to maintaining fun

Highlighting the administration’s commitment to public order and commuter security, Mayor Roderick Awingan personally inspected a new batch of traffic signage this afternoon, prepared by the Public Order and Safety Team (POST) for immediate deployment. The initiative aims to enhance motorist guidance and pedestrian safety by installing high-visibility markers in strategic locations along the municipality’s major highways. The placement of these signs is part of a broader effo

We celebrate the hard work and dedication of the Senior High School students from Benguet National High School who recently completed their work immersion program at the LGU of La Trinidad. Mayor Roderick Awingan personally thanked the students for their contributions across our various municipal offices. "Our goal is to provide a training ground where young minds can develop not just professional skills, but a genuine heart for service," the Mayor shared. To our immersion st

Earlier today, the La Trinidad Federation of Barangay Tanod gathered at Jack’s Restaurant for a post-Yuletide assembly centered on one goal: Strengthening Grassroots Vigilance. Under the leadership of President Rose Fatton, our dedicated Tanods reaffirmed their commitment to the municipality’s security programs. Mayor Roderick Awingan and LTMPS Chief of Police PLTCOL Caloy Dausen were present to show their full support, highlighting that our peace and order start at the heart

Mayor Roderick Awingan successfully facilitated a pivotal meeting of the Municipal Council for the Protection of Children (MCPC) this week, resulting in the official approval of two major frameworks: the Local Development Plan for Children (LDPC) and the Comprehensive Local Juvenile Intervention Plan (CLJIP) for 2026–2028. These strategic documents outline the municipality’s commitment to safeguarding the rights of the youth, ensuring that local resources are systematically a

The La Trinidad Public Order and Safety Team (POST) is enhancing safety at the local Public Market and Vegetable Trading Post by installing new solar lights. To save on costs, POST personnel from the Mayor’s Office used their own technical skills to hand-craft the mounting braces for the units. This initiative was made possible through the La Trinidad Binnadang Program, featuring a generous donation of 25 solar lights from the La Trinidad Vegetable Trading Post Multipurpose C

Strengthening the local spirit of Binnadang (communal unity), the Members Church of God International (MCGI) recently conducted a comprehensive medical, dental, and optical mission at Barangay Lubas. The initiative successfully served over 200 residents from the adjoining barangays of Lubas, Tawang, and Ambiong, providing free check-ups, dental extractions, and prescription glasses to those in need. La Trinidad Mayor Roderick Awingan, accompanied by Private Secretary Roger An

The Municipality of La Trinidad is taking a significant step towards modernizing its civil registration services following a meeting between the Municipal Mayor and key officials from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). La Trinidad Mayor Roderick C. Awingan recently received PSA representatives, including Tagaban Aquino, Jovieline Ambojnon, and Danilo Ventura, who discussed the operationalization and use of the Administrative Petition for Correction of Automated System

The Liga ng mga Barangay of Aritao, Nueva Vizcaya recently visited La Trinidad for a benchmarking activity focused on excellence in local justice and social services. Highlights of the visit included: National Hall of Fame Excellence: The delegation studied Barangay Pico, a National Hall of Famer for the Katarungang Pambarangay, to learn their best practices in community mediation and dispute resolution. Women & Children’s Welfare: Aritao officials explored La Trinidad’s robu

In a demonstration of community spirit and social responsibility, the Philippine Dental Association (PDA) – Benguet Chapter and the Rotary Club of Baguio Summer Capital spearheaded a gift-giving activity for the patients of the La Trinidad Disability Rehabilitation Center (LTDRC) as part of the "Yuletide Binnadang" initiative. The event aimed to provide support and holiday cheer to the municipality’s Persons with Disabilities (PWD) sector. The visiting organizations distribut

The La Trinidad Bar and Restaurant Association (LTBRA), Metro Benguet Lions Club, and the La Trinidad Municipal Police Station (LTMPS) recently hosted the "Yuletide Binnadang: Share a Joy" program at the Municipal Park. The LTBRA sponsored holiday gifts for 103 children with disabilities (PWD), while the Metro Benguet Lions Club and LTMPS facilitated the event’s logistics and activities to ensure a festive and safe experience for all. This collaboration highlights the La Trin

Former Pidigan, Abra Mayor and HIV-AIDS prevention advocate Bro. Disraeli Pucuno officially turned over boxes of Bibles to Mayor Roderick Awingan, Municipal Administrator Atty. Franco Bawang Jr. and Legal Officer Atty. Victor Singa Jr. recently. This donation bridges Pucuno’s dedication to public health advocacy with a mission for spiritual empowerment, providing the municipality with resources intended for moral and emotional guidance. Mayor Awingan accepted the gift with gr

The municipality of La Trinidad garnered a total of ten distinctions during the 2025 Benguet Governance Awards held earlier today, December 19, 2025, at the Benguet Sports Complex. The awards are as follows: I. Barangay Level Best Performing Council for the Protection of Children- Barangay Betag under the leadership of Monaliza D. Comila Best Performing Anti-Drug Abuse Council- Barangay Alapang under the leadership of Paul M. Bacuso Best Performing Peace and Order Council- Ba

Watch Mayor Roderick Awingan’s State of the Municipality Address for the first 180 days in office during this week’s flag-raising ceremony. Mayor Awingan cited three major commitments. They are: To strategically review the current footing of the municipality relative to its institutional, financial, economic and public services standing en route to addressing the gaps by providing urgent, medium and long-term solutions. To determine the extent of the participation of all st

The Municipality of La Trinidad led by Mayor Roderick C. Awingan recently welcomed Ms. Audrey Pahayahay, the sole delegate from the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), for a courtesy visit following her selection for the prestigious Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program (SSEAYP). During the meeting, Mayor Awingan lauded Pahayahay for her achievement, noting that her role as an international ambassador brings immense pride to La Trinidad and serves as a testament to t