By Eva C. Visperas   FOR countless years, December 26 has marked a special occasion – the birthday celebration of the esteemed five-time Speaker, Jose de Venecia, Jr. or JDV for short. Each year brought anticipation and excitement, marking a highly awaited period for relaxation, even if just for a…

By Eva C. Visperas   THERE is always a first time! Yes, we often hear this cliché in various aspects of our lives. In the past two weeks, I experienced two significant firsts. The first was receiving the Writers’ Prize Award from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts…

By Eva C. Visperas   IN the realm of innovation and education, a story unfolds like a lyrical melody, starting with a shy teenage girl from the quiet town of Sto. Tomas, Pangasinan. I remember this demure figure, with a voice as melodious as a songbird, enchanting visitors during special…

By Eva C. Visperas   ON December 1, 2023, Pangasinenses and visitors that gathered at the Capitol area witnessed another yet grand ceremonial lighting of the Christmas display, with a purpose. The usual fanfare and attendance of VIPs were expected but the purpose for which all the glitz and glamour…

By Eva C. Visperas   IT was a public holiday on November 27, and the prospect of an extended weekend vacation had everyone excited, especially since it fell on a Monday. Accompanied by three fellow lady reporters, my initial plan was to explore western Pangasinan. However, our purpose extended beyond…

By Eva C. Visperas   FOR the past two weeks, the towns and cities in Pangasinan have transformed into magical wonderlands, adorned with sparkling, spectacular, and utterly fascinating Christmas lights that are stealing the spotlight from the city halls to the plazas. It’s Christmastime. A time of joy, wonder, and…

By Eva C. Visperas   A TRIP to Baguio is incomplete without a visit to the Pink Sisters Convent and Chapel in Brent Road. That has been my routine and always will be, as long as I’m physically able to. It’s what I felt I had to do since my…

By Eva C. Visperas   THIS time, our news coverage takes a break from politics and delves into the realm of beauty, focusing not on a woman’s physical beauty but the totality of her personality. Beauty, brains, wit, poise, glamour, and intelligence—these qualities were going to be on display as…

By Eva C. Visperas   YEARS have passed since my last interview with Mayor Jeremy Agerico Rosario, affectionately known as ‘Mayor Ming’ by his constituents in Manaoag. Recently, I received a Viber message from him, informing me about a pilot-test of a project that holds great potential as a best…

By Eva C. Visperas   SEVEN years ago, I conducted my first interview with a truly remarkable individual who left an indelible mark on both my mind and heart. I cherished our conversation when I visited him at the parish of Saint Ildephonse, where he served as the parish priest….