In the pursuit of empowering the women of La Trinidad, hundreds from all walks of life gathered at the municipal gym for the “Kalusugang Pangkababaihan Caravan” and the ‘Buntis Congress’ earlier today, March 24. The event offered a wide array of free medical services, such as: Screenings: Random Blood Sugar (RBS), Cholesterol, Blood Uric Acid, Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid (VIA), and Eye Screening Diagnostics and Consultations: Chest X-Ray, Ultrasound, Dental Check-Up, B

Apart from its usual “Strawberry” title, La Trinidad has cemented its place as a key producer of high-quality Arabica coffee during the 1st Tinapong Benguet Coffee Festival, held yesterday, March 23, at the Capitol Covered Court. Carrying the theme, “Brewing Prosperity in Coffee and Cacao for a Healthier Benguet,” the festival showcased the municipality’s strong performance in the Benguet Coffee and Cacao Quality Competition, where all three of the town’s entries ranked in th

DRUM & LYRE COMPETITION Champion: Puguis Elementary School Drum & Lyre Corps 1st Runner Up: La Trinidad Central School Drum & Lyre Corps Buyagan Elementary School Drum & Lyre Corps 2nd Runner Up: Lubas Elementary School Drum & Lyre Corps Pico Elementary School Drum & Lyre Corps CULTURAL PERFORMANCES Performance of the Year (Group): Namuaw Cultural Dance Troupe Performance of the Year (School): Immaculate Heart of Mary School Participants: Tongtongan Cultural Performing a

As the fourteen barangays performed their hearts out, Grit of barangay Wangal emerged as champion with a total average of 93.8% during the 2026 Strawberry Festival Battle of the Bands last March 14, held at the municipal gymnasium. Coming in second is Rose Symphony of barangay Bahong (91.8%), and placing third is Cohortis (90.1%) from barangay Puguis. Judges Rubie David, Denver Dannang, Elmer Bantasan, Henry Pawid, and Jeremy Braille Leon scored the contenders according to th

With the intention to enhance access to programs, the municipal government of La Trinidad officially sealed its partnership today, March 16, with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)-CAR for the implementation of the ‘TESDA sa Barangay’. Mayor Roderick Awingan signed on behalf of the LGU while Acting Regional Director Engr. Glenn Murphy represented TESDA with the Acting Provincial Director of Benguet, Arlene Cadalig and Executive Assistant Atty. De

A total of 685 applicants of all ages flocked to the municipal gymnasium last March 14 for the Jobs Fair in hopes of landing a job with the 19 participating agencies. Mayor Roderick Awingan, in his message, applauded both partners and attendees for their active participation and continuous support of the event. He also thanked the Public Employment Services Office (PESO) for spearheading the event. Offering 3,186 job vacancies, with 1,302 local appointments and 1,884 internat

Following the induction of the 2002 Market Officers, the new leaders of the 1993 Public Market also took their oath today during this morning‘s flag-raising ceremony, March 16, 2026. Mayor Roderick Awingan swore in the officers as Vice Mayor Guiller Galwan and the rest of the Sangguniang Bayan members served as witnesses. The newly-elected leaders are: President- Marlyn Vencio Vice President- Rex Allen Wagayan Secretary- Felicitas Garcia Treasurer and Alley Leader B2- Lalaine

In a battle of varieties, Benihoppe and Sweet Sensation reigned supreme during the Search for the Sweetest and the Heaviest Strawberry yesterday, March 13. Using a refractometer to measure the fruit’s sugar content, Mac Jalal Espiritu’s Benihoppe, scored an average of 14.07 Brix degrees topping the leaderboard. On the other hand, Jandy Buya’s Sweet Sensation weighed a whopping average of 50g surpassing all other entries. In their winning speeches, Espiritu addressed fellow fa

Apart from the Jobs Fair this coming March 14, the local government unit of La Trinidad has partnered with the following agencies to bring their services closer to you! The participating agencies are: Employment & Recruitment Department of Labor and Employment-CAR: Labor standards, youth employment programs, employment concerns Department of Migrant Workers-CAR: Overseas employment registration, legal aid for migrant workers, & job vacancy verification Philippine Army: Career

A siren at 3:30PM at the municipal hall today signaled the start of the 1st Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED). Employees, interns, and clients immediately followed the Duck, Cover, Hold procedure before proceeding to their designated evacuation areas. Safety officers from each office served as marshals, ensuring an orderly evacuation and conducting headcount protocols to guarantee everyone’s safety. Author: 𝘙𝘙. 𝘉𝘢𝘣𝘴𝘢-𝘢𝘺 Original Post: https://ww