Ilocos Norte and La Union aim to introduce additional markets, exchange new best practices, and create more opportunities for the stable recovery of tourism sectors in both provinces by renewing the Memorandum of Understanding for the “I’m IN LUV” marketing and promotions partnership on September 11, 2022, at Robinsons Place Ilocos. Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc […]
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PGIN to boost fresh grad recruitment thru internship program
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through the Public Employment Service Office (PESO), will launch its new internship package, titled “Work Readiness Program” (PGIN Jobstart), for top college graduates in the province from July to December 2022. “Work Readiness,” a six-month period of internship, aims to aid fresh college graduates in finding employment and […]
Ilocos Norte launches new tourism ad starring “Lolita”
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) today unveiled a new tourism advertisement for the province, set in iconic local landmarks and starring the character “Lolita,” a sexagenarian who has traveled to Ilocos Norte in search of adventure. Produced by PGIN, through the Ilocos Norte Tourism Office, and directed by Mr. Jerrold Tarog, Ilocos Norte’s […]
Ilocos Norte PESO readies Labor Day activities
The Provincial Public Employment Service Office (PESO) is now preparing a series of activities to celebrate Labor Day on May 1, 2022. As a prelude to Labor Day, the PESO teamed up with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in hosting a Virtual Employment Coaching session on April 27, 2022, to assist job seekers […]
Ilocos Norte opens first floating playground in Northern Luzon
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte will open the first floating playground in Northern Luzon at the Paoay Lake, near the Malacañang ti Amianan, in Barangay Suba, Paoay, on January 30. Dubbed “Paoay Lake Water Park,” the 4200-square meter inflatable boasts gigantic slides, swings, launchers, and an inflatable pool. The Bali-inspired “I’m IN Lounge” by […]
Ilocos Norte now “GoWiFi” zone
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte, in partnership with Globe Telecom, Inc., has launched its “GoWiFi” service in key locations in the province to bring free internet connection and accessible communication services to Ilokanos. Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc and Globe President and Chief Executive Officer Mr. Ernest Cu signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) at […]
Ilocos Norte bicentennial trade fair boosts local entreps, products
As part of its continuous support to local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) launched the Bicentennial “Tienda ni Gob” Summer Trade Fair last May 16, 2018 at the Centennial Arena, Laoag City. The week-long trade fair comprises 80 booths by different local entrepreneurs, agrarian stakeholders, and local […]
Region 1 economy remains in good shape despite decelerated growth in 2017 – NEDA 1
Ms. Irenea B. Ubungen, chief of the Development Research Division (DRD) of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Region 1 who delivered the Statement on the Performance of the Region 1 Economy in 2017 in behalf of NEDA Regional Director Nestor G. Rillon, emphasized that the regional economy remains in good shape despite a […]
PGIN, MMSU partner for agro-business, tourism dev’t thru “ One Town, One Technology”
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) partnered with the Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) to launch “One Town One Technology” (OTOTech), an innovative approach in managing technologies for business entrepreneurship. OTOTech aims to benefit local government units (LGUs) in Ilocos Norte through developing technologies for agro-entrepreneurship, agro-tourism, fisheries, education, and business. It is a […]
Ilocos Norte’s PESO: Over 12k serviced since January 2017
The monthly Mobile Outreach Program of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), coordinated by the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) through the Public Employment Service Office (PESO), has already served 12, 412 people since January 2017, according to PESO Officer in Charge Anna Marie Lizette Bitancor. The next outreach is scheduled for this Saturday, October […]
