To enhance the resilience of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises amid the current energy crisis, the municipality of La Trinidad initiated a one-day loan financing program. In collaboration with the Small Business Corporation (SBCorp) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) through the La Trinidad Negosyo Center, several MSMEs participated in an in-person loan application process with DTI's the financing partner. Mayor Roderick Awingan, Councilor Nestor Fongwan, Jr.,

La Trinidad joined Barangay Betag in celebrating its first Betag Tourism Week from May 18-22, 2026, reaffirming its commitment to work hand in hand for the continued improvement of the BSU Strawberry Farm. As a symbol of this support, the Municipal Government, through Mayor Roderick Awingan, also turned over four solar-powered lights to help enhance the security of strawberry farm stall owners. The Mayor also expressed hope that proposed projects with Benguet State University

Over the weekend, Mayor Roderick Chiok Awingan successfully coordinated the sale of 30 tons of unsold cabbage from the Benguet Agri-Pinoy Trading Center (BAPTC) and backfill trading area. This initiative was organized to directly assist local farmers by finding immediate markets for their surplus produce. ​The total volume was split equally between two major municipal partners. Through the coordination of PMGen Ronald Lee (Ret.) and Mayor Bong Lee, 15 tons were allocated to B

The Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO), together with participating barangays, spearheaded the 2nd Batch of dredging and declogging operations across local creeks and canals as part of the continuing Binnadang initiative aimed at maintaining clean and flowing waterways in preparation for the rainy season. The municipal-wide activity reflects the spirit of volunteerism and community cooperation, with residents and barangay volunteers working together to

The Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), together with the Municipal General Services Office (MGSO), conducted the removal and clearing of three hazardous solar panel posts along Bahong, Lower Tomay, and Upper Tomay near Batjoda to ensure the safety of residents and motorists. The operation involved the anchoring, dismantling, and safe clearing of the affected posts using municipal equipment and personnel to prevent possible roadside hazards. The

The La Trinidad Central School - Waya Creatives DanceSport Team paid a courtesy visit to Mayor Roderick Awingan last Thursday, May 14, following their successful run during the recently concluded Philippine DanceSport Federation Inc. (PDSFI) GrandSlam Luzon Leg & 1st Benguet Open DanceSport Competition. Leading the team, Jeffrey Delos Reyes, Jocelyn Tambauan, and Sharia Pitas presented the delegation’s hard-earned medals to Mayor Awingan. The awards are as follows: • Zi Azeno

Mayor Roderick Awingan has asked the Benguet Agri Pinoy Trading Center (BAPTC) to provide an exclusive area inside the facility for the bulk selling, packing and loading of cutflowers. Awingan told the BAPTC governing board during its meeting this afternoon that the move will boost the market for the valley's flower farmers. The center's project management office considered the proposal but suggested that a feasibility study be first conducted. Awingan said the LGU is more t

Porters, retailers, and community members gathered for a prayer vigil at the La Trinidad Vegetable Trading Post, last night, May 13 to voice their concerns over urgent agricultural decisions. Seeking a more solid and stable intervention, the League of Associations of the La Trinidad Vegetable Trading Area, invited Rev. Fr. Victor Munar to lead the prayers for both national and local leaders. The group presented a manifesto appealing for the cancellation of carrot importation

In a heartfelt gesture of gratitude, NGOs The Joy of Giving-Batangas and Bangads Philippines have teamed up to donate classroom materials to far-flung schools in Benguet. During a courtesy visit to Mayor Roderick Awingan, earlier today, May 14, the organizers shared that the program aims to “pay it forward” as Benguet, particularly La Trinidad, played an instrumental role in transporting vegetable donations to Batangas as relief during the 2020 Taal Volcano eruption. The erup

The Local Government Unit of La Trinidad received one (1) unit Modular Rainwater Collection System from the Department of Science and Technology – Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) on May 11, 2026. Mayor Roderick Chiok Awingan, together with MPDO staff and SSCP Coordinator, Ms. Sally Nabus and MENRO staff, Mr. Arthur A. Pedro & Ms. Angelica Tinoyan, attended the turnover ceremony at KM STICA, DOST-ITDI, Taguig City. The team was joined by partners from D