Tag: Pangasinan
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Ilocos Region Boasts Over 2,000 Registered Cooperatives in 2023: CDA Reports
In a recent update from the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) in the Ilocos Region, it was revealed that as of November 30, 2023, the region hosts a total of 2,129 registered cooperatives. This announcement was made by CDA Ilocos Region assistant director Edilberto Unson during the Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas forum in Calasiao, Pangasinan, hosted…
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Pangasinan Sets Up 2,869 Clustered Precincts for 2025 Elections
In preparation for the 2025 elections, the province of Pangasinan will establish 2,869 clustered precincts to accommodate its more than 2.1 million registered voters, as announced by the Commission on Elections (Comelec). This number represents a decrease from the 3,339 precincts used in the 2022 elections, attributed to an increase in the maximum number of…
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DSWD Allocates PHP60 Million to Boost Local Enterprises in Eastern Pangasinan
In a significant move to support local entrepreneurship, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has distributed PHP60 million to 1,156 individuals and 77 groups across the fourth to sixth districts of Pangasinan. This initiative, part of the Seed Capital Fund (SCF) program, aims to provide a financial boost to budding entrepreneurs in the…
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Pangasinan’s Festive Season Focuses on Fulfilling Wishes of Children and Indigenous Communities
In a heartwarming display of holiday spirit, the provincial government of Pangasinan kicked off its Christmas festivities with a special focus on the wishes of children and indigenous peoples (IP) groups from remote and disadvantaged areas. The event, titled ‘Christmas at the Capitol: Paskong ang Galing, Bida ang mga Tsikiting!’, was launched on November 29,…
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Over 2,000 Residents in Pangasinan Benefit from Government Services Caravan
In a significant outreach effort, more than 2,000 residents of San Carlos City, Pangasinan, took advantage of a wide array of government services offered during a caravan held at the Agdao Mega Complex on November 29, 2024. The initiative, led by the Presidential Commission on Urban Poor (PCUP), was part of a broader directive from…
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Comelec Pangasinan to Launch Roadshow for New Voting Machines on December 2
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Pangasinan is set to kick off a roadshow on December 2, showcasing the new automated counting machines (ACMs) that will be used in the upcoming May 12, 2025 elections. The initiative, which follows a successful demonstration day held at the People’s Astrodome in Dagupan City, aims to familiarize voters…
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Dengue Surge in Pangasinan Linked to Flooding: Cases Rise by 146%
In Pangasinan, the number of dengue cases has escalated dramatically, with a 146% increase reported as of November 18, 2024. The Provincial Health Office (PHO) documented 7,285 cases this year, a sharp rise from the 2,957 cases noted during the same timeframe last year. This surge is primarily attributed to extensive flooding triggered by multiple…
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Bayambang, Pangasinan Initiates Noche Buena Package Distribution to Over 42,000 Households
In Bayambang, Pangasinan, the local government has kicked off the distribution of Noche Buena packages to more than 42,000 households across its 77 villages as part of the annual Pamaskong Handog initiative. The distribution began on Monday, November 25, 2024, with the first batch of recipients from eight villages receiving their packages. Municipal administrative officer…
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President Marcos Jr. Provides PHP50 Million in Aid to Calamity-Affected Farmers in Pangasinan
In a significant relief effort, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. personally distributed PHP50 million in cash assistance to approximately 5,000 farmers, fisherfolk, and livestock raisers in Pangasinan who were severely impacted by recent calamities. The distribution took place in Lingayen town on Friday, November 22, 2024. The aid, part of the Presidential Assistance for Farmers,…
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New Cultural Hub in Dagupan City Set to Elevate Pangasinan’s Arts and Tourism
In a significant development for the arts and tourism sectors, Dagupan City in Pangasinan broke ground on the Bernal-Edades Cultural Center and Museum on November 15, 2024. The ceremony was attended by key figures including Pangasinan Fourth District Representative Christopher de Venecia and Dagupan City Mayor Belen Fernandez. This new cultural institution, dedicated to the…
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