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Acting Philippine National Police (PNP) Provincial Director Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. shared that information allowing the recent 180-kg methamphetamine or “shabu” drug bust came primarily from the community and was collated by the PNP Anti-Illegal Drugs Group (AIDG). The Ilocos Norte Police Provincial Office (INPPO) was then tapped alongside the Cagayan Police Provincial Office … Read more
As it continues to enhance agricultural development in Ilocos Norte, the Provincial Government through the Special Projects and Development Office (SPDO) promotes planting coffee and vows to provide assistance to interested farmers. SPDO Head Edwin Cariño urged local farmers to engage in coffee production as it does not require much water supply and other planting … Read more
With the looming threats of climate change, the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) in coordination with the Ilocos Norte Water District (INWD) is gearing up for the 2nd Water Summit to be held on March 22, 2016 at Plaza del Norte Convention Center. “The summit is a follow-up to the same event held last … Read more
With the adverse impact of climate change in Ilocos Norte, the provincial government intensifies its efforts in addressing the issues faced by the farming communities caused by severe drought. Through its flagship agriculture program dubbed as ‘Paspas Dur-as Biag ti Away!’ the Provincial Government ofIlocos Norte (PGIN) visits various agricultural communities in the province to … Read more
Accenture, one of the world’s largest management consulting, technology services and outsourcing companies, finally opened its branch in Ilocos Norte on March 4, 2016 and is set to offer 5,000 jobs in the next few years. Governor Imee Marcos said that this large operation will bring more quality jobs to people in the province, as … Read more
Ultimately highlighting the province’s famous tourist sites, the ‘Tri Ilocos Norte,’ is once again set to hit the roads on March 19, 2016 as it is expected to bring a bigger boost to the ‘sports tourism’ potential of Ilocos Norte. Now on its fourth edition, Tri Ilocos Norte is a triathlon competition jointly organized by … Read more
Fourteen Ilocano police officers were honored by the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) and the Ilocos Norte Provincial Police Office (INPPO) during the Philippine National Police (PNP) Awards on February 5 held at the Provincial Capitol grounds. The awarding rites, which also recognized outstanding police stations and civic volunteer groups, was held as part … Read more
In line with Governor Imee R. Marcos’ vision to showcase the diverse roots of Ilocano culture, the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) will conduct a Chinese New Year bazaar, the “Barrio Tsicano,” this February 5-8 at the Ilocos Norte Dap-ayan. A Chinese New Year celebration alongside the provincial foundation anniversary celebration is fitting, as … Read more
Hundreds of people participated in the opening of ‘Tiendaan ni Gob’ on Tuesday, February 2 at the Ilocos Norte Dap-ayan wherein various local products from the different cities and municipalities of the province will be displayed until Friday, February 5. The annual event, which was launched in 2012, is part of the provincial government’s efforts … Read more
Agricultural economy in Ilocos Norte shows promise as the first order of garlic from Metro Manila has been placed amounting to 20,000kg, according to Mr. Edwin Carino of the Provincial Special Project for Development Office (SPDO). In line with its flagship program “Paspas Dur-as Biag ti Away!” (rapid development for rural areas), the Provincial Government … Read more