Tag: Antique Province
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Antique Airport Soars to New Heights with Final Funding Secured by Legarda
The Antique Airport in San Jose de Buenavista is on the brink of a significant transformation, thanks to a recent infusion of PHP125 million secured by Senator Loren Legarda and Representative Antonio Agapito Legarda. This funding, part of the 2025 national budget, marks a pivotal moment in the airport’s redevelopment and modernization efforts. Senator Legarda…
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Antique Province to Roll Out Human Dignity Education Program Across Schools
Antique Province is set to expand the Human Dignity Education Program (HDEP) across all its schools starting in the 2025-2026 academic year. The initiative, which has been piloted in select schools in San Jose de Buenavista, Sibalom, Sebaste, and Libertad, aims to instill a sense of self-worth and human dignity among students. Anna Halpine, the…
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Antique Province Maintains Ban on Live Hog Imports Despite Pink Status Upgrade
In Antique, the importation of live hogs remains prohibited even after the province was upgraded to a pink status, indicating a buffer zone, from its earlier red status which signified confirmed cases of African swine fever (ASF). Dr. Marco Rafael Ardamil, the chief of the Public Health Division at the Provincial Veterinary Office, explained that…
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DTI Antique Calls on Local Governments to Boost One Town, One Product Initiative
In a push to enhance local economies, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Antique is calling on local government units (LGUs) to rally behind the One Town, One Product (OTOP) initiative. Mary Jade Gonzales, the officer-in-charge at DTI Antique, emphasized the importance of LGUs setting aside funds and creating a Project Management Office…
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Newly Commissioned Army Officers Express Gratitude to Antique Province for Educational Support
In a heartfelt acknowledgment, three newly commissioned officers of the Philippine Army expressed their deep gratitude to the Antique provincial government for the Educational Assistance Program (EAP) that enabled them to complete their college education. The officers, 2Lt. Jeannie Mandia, 2Lt. Ryan Galindo, and 2Lt. Jay Vee Mosquera, met with Antique Governor Rhodora Cadiao to…
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Antique Province Honored with Gawad Kalasag Award for Zero Casualties Amidst Multiple Disasters
The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) of Antique was celebrated for its exemplary performance in disaster management, receiving the prestigious Gawad Kalasag Award for the fourth time. The award ceremony took place at Diversion 21 Hotel in Iloilo City, where PDRRMO chief Broderick Train accepted the accolade on behalf of the province.…
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