By Eva C. Visperas   RECENTLY, I had the privilege of sitting down with the school principals of Sto. Tomas, Pangasinan, along with Dr. Joeve Jacones, their district supervisor, under the Schools Division Office of Pangasinan 2. Our conversation was rich with insights on the current educational initiatives in the…

By Eva C. Visperas   WHEN former senator Leila de Lima arrived in Dagupan City on March 10, she wasn’t just a nominee for the Mamamayang Liberal Partylist. She was a symbol of strength, resilience, and the unyielding power of a woman who had endured the harshest of life’s challenges…

By Eva C. Visperas   THERE was a time, not too long ago, when the Capitol Complex in Lingayen, Pangasinan was felt like a sanctuary. The towering trees that lined its grounds were more than just a part of the scenery. They were the very heartbeat of the place, providing…

By Eva C. Visperas   THERE are moments in a journalist’s career when the lines between the story and personal reflection blur. A media trip to the new museum and building at the House of Representatives in Batasan Hills on February 20 took me—and a handful of fellow veteran newsmen—on…

By Eva C. Visperas   THE newly-constructed Arenas Boulevard in Barangay Bued, Calasiao town, has quickly become a hub of activity, especially after sunset. For the past few months, this scenic boulevard still largely unused has drawn in crowds eager to enjoy a variety of activities: walking, jogging, and even…

By Eva C. Visperas   FEBRUARY is not only the month of love, but also a celebration of the arts. Pangasinan is alive with creativity as the country marks National Arts Month, with local artists proudly showcasing their works at the Wanderer art exhibit, which opened on February 11 at Cups and…

By Eva C. Visperas   FOR many of us, Lingayen Beach has always been a place of peace — whether for a brisk morning jog, a picnic with family, or simply for a quiet moment with the waves. I used to do my own beach walk there regularly, marveling at…

By Eva C. Visperas   A groundbreaking medical procedure at Region 1 Medical Center’s (R1MC) Department of Ophthalmology and Eye Center restored the vision of a patient who had long suffered from severe eye damage due to a chemical injury. For the first time in Pangasinan, the Boston Keratoprosthesis, a…

By Eva C. Visperas   IN the world of public service, it’s not every day you come across someone like Dr. Anna Ma. Teresa de Guzman — someone who combines expertise, compassion, and integrity in ways that leave an indelible mark on both her colleagues and the people she serves….

By Eva C. Visperas   THE annual Talong Festival of Villasis, Pangasinan is a grand tradition that lights up the 2nd week of January each year. Known as the “Vegetable Bowl of Pangasinan,” Villasis takes immense pride in its eggplant and other pinakbet veggies production, and the festival stands as…