‘I’M GETTING VERY ANGRY’ WATCH: President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. expressed his disappointment over the delay in the construction of the ₱55-million river wall project in Baliuag, Bulacan. During his visit on Wednesday, August 20, the President noted that the structure was not yet in place, two months before the scheduled completion date in October.

Baliuag

Baliuag is a first-class municipality in the province of Bulacan, Philippines, historically recognized as an important trading center since the Spanish colonial era. It is famously known for its vibrant and grand Lenten procession of carrozas (floats), which is one of the oldest and most elaborate in the country. The town also celebrates the Baliwag Lechon Festival, highlighting its culinary heritage and local roasting techniques.

Bulacan

Bulacan is a province in the Philippines known for its significant role in the country’s history, being a major site of resistance during the Spanish colonial era. It is home to the Barasoain Church, where the First Philippine Republic was inaugurated in 1899. Today, the province is also celebrated for its vibrant festivals, traditional crafts like jewelry-making, and its sweet delicacies.