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BAMBOO FIBERS FOR PRODUCTION

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BAMBOO FIBERS FOR PRODUCTION–Science and technology Secretary Renato Solidum Jr.(left) views the items made with bamboo fibers during the launching of the Bamboo Textile Fiber Innovation Hub (BTFIH)-Pangasinan late afternoon last May 30 at the Pangasinan State University (PSU) campus in Lingayen. The project was established by the DOST’s Philippine…

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BAMBOO FIBERS FOR PRODUCTION

Bamboo textile hub opens in Pangasinan

By | Business

PANGASINAN is now positioned as an emerging center for environmentally responsible fashion, research, and livelihood creation with the opening of the Bamboo Textile Fiber Innovation Hub (BTFIH) at the Pangasinan State University (PSU) on May 30. “This hub is not just a physical space. It is a bold vision brought to…

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Bamboo textile hub opens in Pangasinan

By June 8, 2025Business

‘No Return, No Exchange’ policy illegal

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DTI WARNS BUSINESS OWNERS    THE Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Region 1 issued a strong reminder to businesses that a “No Return, No Exchange” policy is against consumer rights and prohibited under Philippine law. “Definitely, the ‘No Return, No Exchange Policy’ is against the law,” said lawyer Clyde…

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‘No Return, No Exchange’ policy illegal

By June 8, 2025Business

BFAR assures support to fisherfolk, salt farmers amid rains

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THE Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in Region 1 assured support to fisherfolk and salt farmers in the Ilocos Region during the rainy season “As fishing in open seas becomes more difficult during the rainy season, we are encouraging our fisherfolk to consider aquaculture as an alternative livelihood,”…

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BFAR assures support to fisherfolk, salt farmers amid rains

By June 8, 2025Business

DTI inspects, monitors school supplies pricing

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THE Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in the Ilocos Region closely monitored activities in Pangasinan to intensify the enforcement of fair-trade law to protect consumer rights and promote ethical commerce. DTI Assistant Regional Director and Officer-in-Charge Natalia Dalaten said 1,083 business establishments across the province were inspected, of which…

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DTI inspects, monitors school supplies pricing

By June 8, 2025Business

AUTOPRO Pangasinan backs random drug testing for drivers

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THE Alliance United Transport Organization Provincewide (AUTOPRO) in Pangasinan is in favor of the proposal to subject all public utility vehicle drivers to random drug testing. In a radio interview on May 23, AUTOPRO Pangasinan President Bernard Tuliao said his group supports the proposal to help ensure public transport safety, but warned against potential bribery in…

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AUTOPRO Pangasinan backs random drug testing for drivers

By June 2, 2025Business

New R1MC main building on fast-track

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THE construction of the new main building of the Region 1 Medical Center (R1MC), which has recently been approved for expansion into a 1,500-bed capacity from 600, is being fast-tracked in line with the Department of Health’s (DOH) modernization program. Dr. Roland Joseph Mejia, R1MC director, said priority is on…

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New R1MC main building on fast-track

By June 2, 2025Business

CENPELCO says all barangays in its franchise are fully energized

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THE Central Pangasinan Electric Cooperative (CENPELCO) announced that all 553 barangays across 14 municipalities and one city within its service area are now fully energized. Riza Reyes of the Member Services Department of CENPELCO said the cooperative is also continuously modernizing its facilities to serve its consumer members better. “Our…

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CENPELCO says all barangays in its franchise are fully energized

By June 2, 2025Business

MAWAD told to explain water rate hike

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MANGALDAN  Mayor Bona Fe De Vera-Parayno convened a meeting last week with Mangaldan Water District (MAWAD) officials to clarify the impending increase in water rates and to discuss improved response to consumer complaints. Engr. Marcelo Petonio, manager of MAWAD, which is independent from the local government, explained that the rate…

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MAWAD told to explain water rate hike

By June 2, 2025Business