SUNRISE OVER CARAEL — A fisherman casts an early-morning silhouette as he walks the paddy to feed his bangus. The city government can learn from the Cittaslow that promotes preservation and development under the “Slow City” concept which has gained world attention in the past five years. (Punchphoto by Art Valenzuela)
FARMERS IN NEED – Farmers affected by the impact of the Rice Tariffication Law eagerly await their turn to receive their pre-loaded SureAid ATM cards being issued by national government that extends loan assistance with zero interest. (Punchphoto by Cesar Ramirez)
FULLY AUTONOMOUS — Lyceum Northwestern University receives its “Fully Autonomous. ISO certified” status from the Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) during its 50th anniversary, after successfully complying with requirements with the presentation of its over 32 programs. Shown after the presentation are: (From left) Health Sec. Dr Francisco T. Duque, University President Dr….
DECIDING THE FATE OF DAGUPAN BANGUS – Stakeholders of the bangus industry lobby for their accreditation and quota for the right to sell bangus from various sources during the final hearing of the Sangguniang Panlungsod’s committees. (Punchphoto by Butch Uka)
TIGHT WATCH FOR ASF – The quarantine checkpoint in Dagupan City stops all cargo trucks for inspection by by POSO and staff from the city veterinary’s office. (Punchphoto by Willie Lomibao)
IN SEARCH OF RELATIVES – Children gather for a day to locate the tombs of their relatives at the Dagupan Catholic Cemetery. (Punchphoto by Willie Lomibao)
KONTRA DROGA — P/Col. Redrico Maranan (middle), provincial director, with Roderick Javier (left), president of the Pangasinan Shooters Association, Inc. and P/Lt. Col. Norman Florentino (right), do the ceremonial shoot for the three-day Putok Kontra Krimen, Droga at Terorismo fun shoot. (Punchphoto by Cesar Ramirez)
NO ASF IN DAGUPAN – Vendors at the Malimgas Public Market installed a tarpaulin to help encourage households to continue to buy and eat pork with their message: “Dagupan City is African Swine Fever Free.” (Punchphoto by Willie Lomibao)
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