Forty three three-termer outgoing punong barangays were recognized for the public service they have extended to their barangays and to the province during the Provincial Barangay Congress and first ever Mass Oath Taking of newly elected barangay officials on June 14, 2018, at DWCB gym. A plaque of recognition was handed to the barangay… Read more »
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Provincial Gov’t of Abra, DepEd is hands-on in prepping safe Abra schools. OIC Schools Division Superintendent Amador Garcia receives 315 first aid kits from the Provincial Government of Abra headed by Gov. Joy Bernos for distribution to the different schools in Abra. Each kit contains betadine, burn ointment, adhesive bondage, bandage, gauze, plaster tape, alcohol,… Read more »
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A rebel returnee receives a check worth P45,000 from Gov. Joy Bernos as remuneration for firearms surrendered. PSSUPT Wilson Soliba, PD, LTC Jearie Boy P. Faminial GSC (INF) PA, Major Mario B. Luzon (INF) PA, PSWDO Decimia Cabang, DILG Provincial Director Millicent Cariño, and PIA Manager Marites Beñas were with the governor during the awarding… Read more »
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LTC Jearie Boy P. Faminial takes the reins from LTC Thomas Dominic Baluga as the new Battalion Commander of the 24IB, 7ID, PA at the Change of Command Ceremony held at the 24IB Headquarters in Lagangilang on March 16, 2018. Major General Felimon T. Santos Jr., AFP Commander, 7ID, PA presided over the Change… Read more »
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Farmers associations in Abra joined in the celebration of the Abrenian #KawayanFestival2018 on March 9, 2018. The best farmers association was chosen based on the following criteria: 1) 20% Organization Management, 2) 50% Economic Activities/ Performance, and 3) 30% Social Activities/ Accomplishments. And the winners for the Best Farmers Association are: 1st Place: Poblacion… Read more »
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The hardworking Abreño farmers showcased their agricultural produce during the Abrenian #KawayanFestival2018 Farmers’ Day. The contributions of the farmers to the Province were further recognized at the Awards Night during the Abrenian #KawayanFestival2018 on March 9, 2018. The best farmers were chosen based on the following criteria: 1) 15% for the Farmer, 2) 25%… Read more »
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The “Barangay nga Alisto, Napudno, Natalna addaan Urnos ken Anep a Rumang-ay” (BANNUAR) Awards is a program by the Department of Interior and Local Government and the Provincial Government of Abra recognizing the critical role of the barangay as a basic political unit enhancing the societal well-being. Barangays are assessed based on these criteria:… Read more »
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The Provincial Government of Abra recognizes the bravery and service of Philippine Army (PA) personnel. The following are the newly promoted officers of the PA: Capt. Ric Ivan C. Joven, 1LT Marion Jose C. Intong, 1LT Melanie V. Mercado, and 1LT Franklin Jess A. Boquiren. The Wounded Personnel Medals were awarded to Pvt.… Read more »
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Nineteen centenarians from the different municipalities of the province receive a P100,000-gift assistance each from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) at the Capitol Atrium. Abra’s centenarians include Zenaida B. Pichay, Angela A. Belandres, Concepcion T. Adona, Teresa B. Valea, Irene B. Bono, Jaime P. Tubban, Kadangyaw Pasudag, Langgumay J. Sapongen, Manuel Balani,… Read more »
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Athletes during the #CARAA2018 chose to compete barefoot. The barefoot athletes included Abra Stallions Athletics Izzy Tuazon, Trisha Mae Gaban, Lea Venus Blaza, Ariane Faye Mapa-os, Princhel Joy Oca, Flora Mae Allita, and Mark Johnsel Megallon. The PGA through Gov. Joy Bernos provided Asics shoes for the Abreño Athletics athletes earlier this month. Unfortunately… Read more »
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