By Eva C. Visperas   AS Holy Week approaches and the air fills with reverence, I felt compelled to step away momentarily from the political landscape that often dominates our conversations. Instead, let’s focus on a significant moment of spiritual transformation for Bayambang – one that highlights the deep-rooted faith…

By Eva C. Visperas   AS the political climate heats up for the May 12 midterm elections in Pangasinan, the use of dirty tactics in campaigning has reached new lows. I don’t usually get glued to Facebook, but lately, I’ve found myself doing so as a way of assessing the…

By Eva C. Visperas   TWO media colleagues recently confessed their weariness of the ongoing campaign season. My response, a resounding “No!” delivered with a wide grin, prompted a curious inquiry. Why, they asked, did I seem to relish this period? The answer, I explained, is multifaceted. Firstly, there’s the…

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…