A total of 164,774 learners in the Ilocos Region received measles-rubella (MR), tetanus-diphtheria (TD), and human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines as of December 21, just before schools went on Christmas break, through the school-based immunization program known as “Bakuna Eskwela”. Pangasinan reported the highest number of vaccinations, with 72,598 learners in…
UNDER NEW DAGUPAN SP MAJORITY IN less than two months, from November 5 to December 23, the new majority at the Dagupan Sangguniang Panlungsod (SP) recorded an unprecedented accomplishment of passing 26 ordinances and more than 100 resolutions, during six regular sessions and one special session. City Secretary Ryan Ravanzo…
By Gonzalo Duque I am commending the new majority in the city council for passing more than 126 proactive measures (26 ordinances and over 100 resolutions) that benefit the people of Dagupan City in so short a time. Two of the most important resolutions passed were: one endorsing the…
By Leonardo Micua JUST before Christmas, I received a video recording that caught Gov. Mon-mon Guico in a furious mood while he was dressing down in no uncertain terms his audience that was composed of Municipal Health Officers (MHOs) and Barangay Health Workers (BHWs) in a presumably well-attended public meeting at…
By Virginia Jasmin Pasalo JUST as there are plant lovers, there are those who suffocate with a lot of trees, especially in forests. This is clearer to me now than ever before, having met a few of them. One is a neighbor who stealthily cut away big branches while…
By Farah Decano MY nephew, Mike, has owned an assembly of toy robots and superhero action figures since childhood. Already in his mid-thirties now, he has not stopped collecting them, much to the chagrin of his parents. “Peter Pan complex,” they probably thought. I guess Mike is just someone…
By Eva C. Visperas IN a country where the sound of firecrackers is synonymous with New Year’s celebrations, the town of Sto. Tomas in Pangasinan stands as a shining example of community safety and responsible governance, particularly when it comes to ensuring the well-being of its residents during the…
By Rex Catubig Note: For 90 years after the Franklin Bridge sank, island barrio folks had pinned their hopes on its replacement. Yet despite plans initiated by local leaders, it never took shape. It took a master stroke from Cong Toff de Venecia, the scion of the 1st Speaker…
Congressman Mark’s message of hope for New Year SECOND District Representative Mark Conjuangco gives a message of hope and optimism for the Christmas and New Year celebrations, saying challenges only serve to inspire and strengthen him and the people towards a better future for the district.
UNLISERBISYO THE City Government of Dagupan led by Mayor Belen T. Fernandez, through the Dagupan City National High School (DCNHS) Special Arts Program (SPA) held a wreath laying ceremony to honor National Artist Victorio Edades who was born in Dagupan and dubbed as “Father of Modern Art in the Philippines,”…
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