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 […]
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Ilocos Norte’s agriculture program prioritizes climate change mitigation
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 […]
Ilocos Norte to transport 20k kilos of garlic to Manila
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 […]
Fifth tupig cook-off highlights Ilocos Norte’s “Paskua Mi Ditoy”
Highlighting its “Paskua Mi Ditoy” (Pasko Namin Dito) Christmas tourism brand, the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) held the annual Solid North Tupig Cook-Off on December 21, in front of the Paoay Church. This year’s competition was divided into three categories: non-professional and school, professional, and local government unit (LGU). The Divine Word College […]
Ilocos Norte kicks off ‘Paskua Mi Ditoy’ celeb, lights up traditional Christmas belen
Highlighting its festive and unique traditions in celebrating the Christmas season, the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte officially opened the ‘Paskua Mi Ditoy’ (This is how we celebrate Christmas), the province’s annual series of activities to celebrate the holiday season. On December 9, crowds gathered in front of the Ilocos Norte Provincial Capitol to witness […]
Stones bring solid tourism in La Union
The locals of Luna, La Union are puzzled why their town’s shorelines are covered, not with fine sand, but with stones of various colors and sizes. This mystery has long baffled the community, and some believe these stones are gifts from heaven. The stones also seem to replenish year by year, and thus the unending […]
Island cruise, Dagupan’s newest attraction
DAGUPAN CITY, August 15 (PIA) – Expect Dagupan to draw more tourism activities with its “island tours” which will take tourists on a cruise to the island villages. The island cruise will be launched in October in time for the opening of the Dagupan Product Center and the “Rimat Ti Amianan” (Treasures of the North) […]
Campaign goes on for Vigan City to reach New7 Wonders list
SAN FERNANDO CITY, July 9 (PIA) – The news on Vigan City making to the Top 21 of the New7 wonder cities of the world race immediately went viral moments after it was released on social media networks. But the campaign continues for Vigan to reach the New7 wonders-slot. Moments after the announcement in the […]
SOPA 2012: Governor Marcos announces the establishment of Task Force Trabaho
On her State of the Province Address, Governor Imee Marcos announced the establishment of Task Force Trabaho(TFT) which aims to provide job information and assistance to students, employers and potential entrepreneurs in one office, one website, one bus that will visit every barangay. Governor Marcos called on the Province’s partners in business, the Philippine and […]
$300M wind farm breaks ground, reaffirms I. Norte as PHL’s renewables center
Energy Development Corporation (EDC) has celebrated today, April 17, the groundbreaking ceremony of a $300 million or about P12.3 billion wind power project to start operating next year in the town of Burgos, Ilocos Norte. Led by EDC President and Chief Operating Officer Richard Tantoco, the event was held in Burgos in the presence of […]
