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Special Report: The Klook 2026 Pulse — Pampanga Joins the ‘Big Five’

The data is in, and it confirms what the weekend NLEX queues have been hinting at for months: Pampanga has officially broken into the top tier of Philippine domestic travel. According to the Klook Travel Pulse 2026 report released this week, the province now ranks alongside Metro Manila, Boracay, Cebu, and Cavite as one of … Read more

Transport Strike Paralyzes Major Pampanga Arteries

CITY OF SAN FERNANDO — Thousands of commuters were left stranded across Pampanga as major transport federations halted operations on March 22, 2026. The strike, aimed at protesting the sustained spike in fuel prices, effectively paralyzed traffic along the MacArthur Highway and key entry points to the Clark Freeport Zone. The transport groups are demanding … Read more

Pampanga Launches Country’s First Floating Clinic in Sasmuan

SASMUAN, Pampanga — In a bid to bridge the gap in rural healthcare, the Provincial Government of Pampanga officially launched the Philippines’ first floating clinic on March 21, 2026. The vessel, stationed in the coastal village of Malusac, is designed to provide primary medical services to thousands of residents in “water-locked” communities. The mobile facility … Read more

DOTr Fast-Tracks Fuel Payouts for Pampanga Transport Co-ops

CITY OF SAN FERNANDO — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) have commenced the nationwide rollout of fuel subsidies to 1.18 million operators and 245,066 drivers to cushion the blow of the national energy emergency. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. personally oversaw the initial distribution at the Parañaque … Read more

More Commuters Shift to Jeepneys as Transport Costs Rise in Pampanga

Rising fuel prices push Pampanga commuters to switch from P2P buses to jeepneys, citing lower fares despite longer travel time. SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga — Jeepney loading bays at SM Pampanga and the San Fernando Intersection are seeing more passengers as transport costs increase. Diesel prices now range from ₱70 to ₱85 per liter, with another … Read more

Today in Pampanga – March 15, 2026 [NEWS SUMMARY]

Pampanga Raid: P93.7M in illicit cigarette tax losses foiled in recent provincial sting.

Illegal Recycling: 11 Chinese nationals nabbed in Pampanga for unauthorized lead recycling operations.

San Fernando Arrest: Authorities apprehend vendor for selling endangered plant species.

Gymnastics Gold: Karl Eldrew Yulo secures first senior gold in World Cup; local sports fans celebrate the “next big thing.”

Magalang Housing: Investigation continues into the “Ghost Pabahay” project; hundreds of investors still in limbo.

Today in Pampanga — March 14, 2026

✈ CRK Alert: Qatar Airways has canceled its Doha–Clark service today, Friday March 13, citing operational scheduling. Cebu Pacific’s Hong Kong–Clark route is also affected, with select morning departures canceled. Passengers are advised to check directly with their carrier for rebooking options. The Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC) has not issued a formal advisory as … Read more