The success of an inter-municipal partnership took center stage as officials from La Trinidad, led by Mayor Roderick Awingan, joined the 6th Founding Anniversary of the Pomberera Ornamental Cut Flower Association on February 25, 2026, at Business Park Pomberera in Guagua. The Mayor accompanied by Councilor Teddy Walang and Councilor Renato “Boyet” Tereng. The association, established in 2019, is composed of cut flower growers from La Trinidad and residents of Guagua who opera

In a proactive move to elevate local governance and dispute resolution, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) - La Trinidad, conducted a Lupong Tagapamayapa Incentive Award (LTIA) Pre-assessment Workshop earlier today, February 25, at the Strawberry Valley Hotel and Restaurant. Municipal Local Government Operations Officer (MLGOO) Ma. Teresa Mangangey spearheaded the activity, which served as an avenue for Barangay Secretaries and staff aiming to secure t

Curfew regulations are being strictly enforced to protect our youth and uphold peace and order in La Trinidad. In coordination with the La Trinidad Municipal Police Station (LTMPS) and the Barangay Public Safety Action Teams (BPATS), monitoring and enforcement activities continue across the municipality. Bars and other establishments are reminded to comply with existing curfew rules. Minors are likewise advised to observe curfew hours. Parents, guardians, and the entire commu

In a bid to foster inclusivity and empower the youth, the improved Local Youth Development Office was officially turned over from the Department of Interior and Local Government-Benguet (DILG) to the local government of La Trinidad, earlier today, February 24. Allocated from La Trinidad’s Seal of Good Local Governance Incentive Fund the project is worth 1.14M to accommodate the locality’s growing youth population. Located at the third floor of the 2002 Public Market, the impr

Municipal Mayor Roderick C. Awingan, Chairperson of the Municipal Anti-Illegal Drugs and Peace and Order Council (MAGPTD), presided over the council’s quarterly meeting, emphasizing the importance of sustained coordination, proactive governance, and unified action in maintaining peace and order in La Trinidad. Under the Mayor’s leadership, council members reviewed policy updates, assessed priority concerns, and aligned upcoming programs and initiatives aimed at strengthening

With its birth in 1981 and its official municipal legislation signed in 2011, La Trinidad's annual Strawberry Festival not only celebrates its primary product but is also an ode to the farmers behind it. Today, we officially reveal the 2026 Strawberry Festival calendar of activities, carrying the theme, "Limitless La Trinidad: Heart, Harvest, Harmony"! Buckle up for another round of festivities as we bring to you the best of the Strawberry Capital's produce, performance, and

In a move to elevate La Trinidad’s Arabica beans, the municipality formally renewed its agreement with sister town, Minamimaki, Japan, during the opening program of the 9th Coffee Festival last February 18. “Our sisterhood pact with Minamimaki serves as a profound appreciation to our coffee, a meaningful industry that involves everyone in the supply chain,” declared Mayor Roderick Awingan during his message. Furthermore, Mayor Yoshito Arisaka congratulated the municipality on

To wrap up the week-long festivities of the 9th La Trinidad Coffee Festival, the participants and winners were recognized last February 20 at the municipal grounds. “While we acknowledge the struggles and challenges of being a coffee farmer, we must continue to amplify programs so that more youths are encouraged to continue the La Trinidad legacy,” shared Benguet Board Member and former Mayor Romeo Salda. Winners and participants received cash prizes and plaques. The best thr

𝟯𝟲 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗦 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗘 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗟𝗚𝗨 𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗕𝗔𝗧 𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗦 To address the rising tide of suicide and mental health in the municipality, the local government has partnered with public and private educational institutions through a ceremonial signing of commitment at the Lednicky Hall last February 19. For a more structured framework for partnership, Dr. Anthonette Agpas presented Municipal Ordinance No. 12-2023, which institutionali

Municipal Mayor Roderick C. Awingan participated in the Workshop on Balili Rehabilitation and Monitoring, where stakeholders and partner agencies gathered to strengthen collaborative strategies for the protection and recovery of the Balili River. During the activity, the Mayor underscored the importance of unity and shared responsibility in addressing environmental concerns that affect multiple communities. “No single town can save a river on its own. This unified front marks