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The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) was recognized at the inaugural “Gawad Bayanihan sa Pamumunuhan: Pagkilala sa Natatanging Kahusayan sa Pagsusulong ng Pamumuhunan” on March 13, at the Malacañang Palace, further solidifying its role as a key driver of development. The award, given by the Department of Trade and Industry and the Board of … Read more
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte has opened newly constructed and rehabilitated irrigation systems in eight (8) towns in the province, providing thousands of farmers with improved access to water for their crops. From 2024 to date, PGIN has constructed and rehabilitated 526 units of small far reservoirs, dredged over 31,000 meters of irrigation canals, … Read more
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through the Ilocos Norte Trade and Investment Promotions Office (INVEST), highlighted the Province’s bid as the Renewable Energy Capital of Southeast Asia at the forum titled “Powering Progress: National and Local Government Synergy in Renewable Energy Investment Facilitation,” held at Royale Palm Resort Hotel and Business Center in … Read more
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte, through the Ilocos Norte Tourism Office (INTO), launched the first ever Grill’IN! BBQ and Food Festival as part of this year’s provincial fiesta celebration at Sexy Beach, Municipality of Pasuquin, on May 11. Attended by food and music enthusiasts along with different provincial officials, this debut gave emphasis on … Read more
Sky Pasada, a regional airline, has expanded its services with the maiden flight of a new route connecting Ilocos Norte and Batanes on May 4, at Laoag International Airport. Known as the “jeepney in the sky,” Sky Pasada is a 15-seater airline that continues to connect travelers to unique and off-the-beaten-path destinations in northern Luzon … Read more
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte, led by Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc, distributed almost Php 20 million worth of assistance to farmers and fisherfolks in the province through the “Agri ka Dito!” program, at the Ilocos Norte Agriculture and Fisheries Extension Center (INAFEC) on April 25. “Agri ka Dito!” is the flagship program in agriculture … Read more
Farmers in the municipality of Bacarra, through the assistance of the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte, have secured a partnership to supply an institutional buyer in Canlubang, Laguna, with white onion products from Ilocos Norte. The province is a top producer of high-value agricultural crops, including garlic and onion; thus, this new partnership marks a … Read more
Witness your awesome season in full bloom at Baguio City as Samsung brings the newest members of the Galaxy A Series to Panagbenga Festival at Melvin Jones Grandstand Baguio this March 2. Samsung Philippines has partnered with ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Karavan to make your visit to the country’s summer capital more memorable with the Grand Awesome … Read more
The “Fiesta Empanada” of the City of Batac won its 2nd championship title at the 11th “Tan-ok ni Ilocano:Festival of Festivals” at the Ferdinand E. Memorial (FEM) Stadium in Laoag City on February 16, with its portrayal of culinary prowess as a bridge for lasting friendship. Thousands of attendees gathered at the FEM Stadium, including … Read more
In its commitment to promote transparency and accountability, the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), along with its 22 component local government units, achieved the 2023 Good Financial Housekeeping (GFH) standards and practices set by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG). DILG–Ilocos Norte released its list of the 2023 Good Financial Housekeeping … Read more