IN response to last year’s tragic explosions of two firecracker factories in Dagupan City—resulting in three fatalities and 15 injuries—the Sangguniang Panlungsod is considering a proposed ordinance that would impose a complete ban on the manufacture and production of firecrackers and pyrotechnic devices within the city. The measure, introduced by…
THE remains of a Filipino woman who was shot dead by her husband in the United States have been returned to the Philippines, while her family continues to grieve and call for justice. The body of Erma Peralta Valerio was brought back to her hometown of Urbiztondo following her death…
IN a quiet home in Barangay Doyong, Calasiao lives a man whose life spans more than a century of Philippine history. Valentin Mamanta Untalan Sr., now 109 years old, is the oldest living World War II veteran from Pangasinan and the province’s oldest surviving Pangasinense veteran. Untalan marked his 109th…
THE U.S.-based St. Francis and Clair Foundation of California will conduct a three-day medical, surgical, and dental mission in Dagupan City from January 30 to February 1, aiming to assist approximately 5,000 underprivileged residents. To take place at the Dagupan People’s Astrodome, this initiative was coordinated by Mayor Belen Fernandez…
THE municipality of Basista is gearing up for a vibrant and music-filled celebration as local officials and orchestra managers convened for the first coordination meeting for the upcoming Basista Town Fiesta in March, highlighted by the much-anticipated Orchestra Festival. Mayor Jolly Resuello said the initial meeting focused on planning and coordination to ensure the…
UNLISERBISYO THE Sangguniang Panlungsod, on January 6, held a committee hearing to discuss solutions to traffic congestion caused by fish trucks loading and unloading in front of City Plaza. Mayor Belen Fernandez attended the hearing led by Peace and Order Committee Chair Councilor Chito Samson, along with several councilors, city…
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