Editorial
Long-overdue victory for Dagupan mothers
MAYOR Belen Fernandez’s announcement that the Maternity and Children’s Hospital will finally be realized this year is more than just good news—it is a long-overdue victory for the people of Dagupan. A jubilant reaction from mothers and families across the city reflects not only relief but also vindication after years…
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Too premature to quarrel over nuclear power
THE debate over the proposed construction of a nuclear power plant in Labrador has quickly divided public opinion, almost evenly, into those who welcome the idea and those who oppose it. Supporters look ahead with optimism, imagining cheaper—perhaps even free—electricity and the promise of jobs once construction begins. Opponents, on…
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Outlook for Year 2026
THE Filipino people stand united in their hope that 2026 will be a year of healing and progress, especially following the devastation of 2025, marked by natural disasters like typhoons, floods, and earthquakes that tragically claimed lives and worsened the plight of the poor and farmers. As we look ahead…
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2025: A year that was for City/Province, and Nation
IN 2025, our community faced calamities of a different kind. Dagupan City and the province of Pangasinan were battered by a series of devastating typhoons that unleashed deadly floods. Lives were risked, livelihoods destroyed, and the poor—once again—were pushed deeper into hardship. The damage appeared incalculable, but amid the devastation,…
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Christmas, truth, and the call for compassion
AS we celebrate the joy and quiet wonder of the Yuletide season, The Sunday Punch extends its heartfelt wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year to its readers, partners, and the communities we serve. Christmas comes each year wrapped in familiar settings—lights, songs, greetings, and gatherings—but beneath…
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