After more than 300 years of Spanish colonial rule, the Philippine Islands proclaimed its sovereignty and independence on June 12, 1898. Different rites and ceremonies were laid out to commemorate this very important event in Philippine history. In Kawit, Cavite where the proclamation originally took place at Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo’s residence, the declaration was reenacted annually, attended by political leaders and personalities.

Last May 7, 2009, our town Mabini was again beset by Typhoon Emong which caused again damages to properties and claimed the lives of 2 of our kabaleyans,actually. Most of our public school buildings were destroyed just like what Cosme did in 2008. Parents and teachers and even students and pupils worry about their shelter when classes start on June 1.

Lingayen, Pangasinan (11 May) -- The Sangguniang Panlalawigan declared a state of calamity in the entire first legislative district of Pangasinan through Provincial Resolution No. 255-2009 during a special session last Friday enabling the provincial government to utilize its calamity fund to extend support and assistance to the areas badly affected by typhoon "Emong."

Mabini, Pangasinan West – This town is now seen onward to a pedestal enjoyed by neighboring municipalities as it gears to a bountiful trail in search for sustainable advancements.

Mayor Titos Reyes, the hands-on chief executive is at helm, in tandem with Vice Mayor Ali Briana, fully supported by members of the Sangguniang Bayan here and well appreciated by the townsfolk, continue to spell winning moments of progress. The working group is observed to be in the right track in pushing socio-economic development agenda into reality.