Seventeen solo parents completed a Dressmaking training, culminating in a showcase of their craftsmanship on February 6 at the Lednicky Hall. The program, a partnership between the local government under the Social Welfare and Development Office and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)-Benguet, provided a hands-on technical training from February 2-6 at the Negosyo Center. Mayor Roderick Awingan emphasized the training’s long-term impact, aiming to

In a courtesy visit to Mayor Roderick Awingan today, February 6, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Revenue District Office No. 09, introduced its upcoming flagship program, “Rangtay Serbisyo ti BIR.” Cornelius Felix, Assistant Revenue District Officer, and his team explained that the program aims to bring frontline services directly to the community by making them more efficient and responsive while strengthening ties between BIR and the municipal government. Key services

The Public Employment and Services Office (PESO) of La Trinidad emerged as a top performer during the 2025 Year-End PESO Assessment in the First Class Municipal Level held on February 3 at the Venus Park View Hotel in Baguio City. Garnering the Regional Best PESO, the major award of the event, along with four minor awards: Most Number of Establishment Partnerships, Memberships, and Networking Best in Labor Market Information Best in Career Development Support Program (CDSP) B

In a meeting today, February 5, Mayor Roderick Awingan, with Sandy Sanoy of Highlanders Taxi and Tourism Transport Services and Norbert Catayoc of Benguet Movers, convened to utilize the valley’s transportation services to boost tourism initiatives. The dialogue centered on ensuring travel to local tourist attractions is more accessible and convenient to the public. It also prioritizes capacitating drivers with vital competencies, particularly in undergoing the Filipino Brand

Pastor Rodulfo Dominno of the Assembly of God handed back the cash he found to its rightful owner, a police patrolman who had accidentally dropped the bills while reaching for smaller change. Municipal officials stood as witnesses during the turnover, extending their utmost gratitude to Pastor Dominno for his honesty. Through the help of CCTV footage, the owner’s identity was confirmed. In an earlier post, the municipal government of La Trinidad called for the owner of the ca

As part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen farming relations, a delegation from Minamimaki, Japan, toured the La Trinidad Vegetable Trading Post (LTVTP) this morning, February 4. While observing the trading hub, Market Supervisor Janice Alleg provided an overview of how farmers sell their produce, including who decides the prices and their distribution framework in the markets. She also highlighted the impact of Executive Order 17-2024, the implemented color-coding scheme f

The municipality of La Trinidad will ramp up its bid for proper waste segregation. Mayor Roderick Awingan is seeking the public's cooperation since unsegregated garbage will not be collected. Advisories on steel mounts will soon be installed as a reminder for residents. Author & Photographer: 𝘋𝘖𝘊 Original Post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1LePZUTF3X/

Cultivating a bond built on agriculture, the local government of La Trinidad hosted a delegation from Minamimaki, Japan earlier this evening, February 3 at the Lednicky Hall of the Municipal Building. Toshihiro Shimizu, Secretary General of the Japan Agricultural Exchange Council (JAEC) introduced the delegation composed of farmers and former educators. Their visit sets the stage of the formal renewal of the agreement during the upcoming 9th La Trinidad Coffee Festival on Feb

Mayor Roderick Awingan, alongside Councilor Horacio Ramos Jr. and Municipal Health Officer Dr. Antonette Agpas, recently led a municipal delegation to the Philippine National Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI). The team composed of MHSO personnel, Barangay officials, and representatives from the La Trinidad Water District participated in the Luzon Arsenic Source Training and Risk Mitigation and Engineering Intervention (LASER). ​This activity focused on arsenic detection and

The Benguet Parole and Probation Office met with Mayor Roderick Awingan this morning, February 3, 2026, to enhance community reintegration and rehabilitation efforts. During the visit, Ines Poschor, Chief Probation and Parole Officer, proposed formalizing a partnership through La Trinidad’s Binnadang Volunteerism Program. Mayor Awingan voiced his support for the collaboration, affirming the local government’s commitment towards a restorative justice system. The Benguet Parole