(Filed by 104.7 IFM Dagupan News)

Digital payments now increasing – BSP

THE number of establishments using digital payment systems throughout the country has considerably increased on account of more stringent security measures adopted by financial institutions under the guidance of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

Bernadette Puyat, BSP deputy governor for Regional Operations and for Advocacy Sector, said the increase may also be attributed to the closer partnership between BSP and local government units, which are helping promote the QR PH system. (Mathew Pacheco)

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Stricter enforcement of curfew, anti-muffler ordinances sought in Burgos

THE local government of Burgos has ordered stricter enforcement of the town’s curfew ordinance and, consequently, its anti-muffler ordinance to ensure the town’s continuous peace.

Officials said that when the two ordinances are enforced strictly without fear or favor, this will translate to improved peace and order.  Both ordinances impose fines on violators and imprisonment for recidivists. (Aaron Navelgas)

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Woman hurt by accidentally flung stone 

A woman was treated in a local hospital after she was injured on the head after being hit by a stone that was accidentally flung when a truck passed by along Mayombo Road in Dagupan City.

The victim shared her experience on Facebook and sought financial assistance for her treatment and medicine. (Joana de Vera)

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PDRRMO gives life-saving tips when a quake strikes 

THE Pangasinan Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) again reminded the public of what they should do when an earthquake strikes.  The  “duck, cover, and hold” can save a person while indoors. When inside an elevator, get out on the next floor to avoid potentially being trapped.

For those outdoors, seek an open space far from a tree or a pole that might be toppled. (Jam Victorio)

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Charcoal maker’s body found in the mountain 

 THE cadaver of a 44-year-old man, who was earlier reported missing, was found by the police in the mountain of Barangay Viga, Dasol.

The remains were positively identified by the father, the Dasol police said in an interview with IFM Dagupan. Last seen on September 24, the man might have been bitten by a snake while he was in the mountains making charcoal. (Jam Victorio) 

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54 students fainted due to heat exhaustion inside classroom 

FIFTY-FOUR students of the Macarang National High School in Mangatarem were rushed to hospitals in Mangatarem and neighboring Tarlac when they all fainted after suffering from bodily weakening due to extreme heat inside their classrooms.

Doctors found them to be suffering from heat exhaustion due to poor ventilation of their classroom and anxiety. All except one were discharged on the same day. School authorities have already addressed the ventilation issue. (Jam Victorio)

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200 Dagupan farmers, fishermen assisted by DSWD 

SOME 200 farmers and fishermen affected by the past typhoons in  Dagupan City received financial assistance from the Department of Social Welfare and Development.

On the same occasion, the local government of Dagupan also distributed Aquaculture Lease Agreement and Permit to Operate to qualified fishermen who are raising fish in the rivers for their livelihood. The Dagupan City government emphasized that only those with proper permits can operate fish pens and cages in rivers. (Nil Moyano)

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Basista now preparing for “Undas” 

THE Basista local government has called for a meeting of all concerned agencies in preparation for the coming Undas, the annual tradition of visiting the tomb of departed loved ones.

An all-out clean-up drive was planned for all cemeteries. (Joana de Vera)

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Farmers complain of chaos during palay seed distribution 

FARMERS from Umingan complained online over what they called unfair and chaotic distribution of free certified palay seeds from the municipal government, with some saying they had to queue under the sun for a long time. Others said they did not receive any seeds at all since way back 2019.

Farmers suggested that the municipal government distribute the free palay seeds to them in clusters to avoid queues and prevent overcrowding. (Aaron Navelgas)