11-year old Julianne Benido from Luba-Tubo District wins the chess championship at the ongoing Provincial Meet. Benido bested her opponents in all 5 games. According to her, she only had one week of training before the competition. “I was inspired by my mother and helped by my trainer Mr. Melchor Valera,” she added. She has… Read more »
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The Provincial Government of Abra established a demo-farm in Basbasa, Tayum where different rice varieties were introduced to the farmers of Abra. This project was mentioned by Governor Joy Bernos during her State of the Province Address on October 8, 2019. The 11 rice varieties planted at the demo-farm were inspected by the participants during… Read more »
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There were no untoward incidents monitored or reported brought by Severe Tropical Storm Ramon as of November 19, 2019, based on the consolidated reports of the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Officers (MDRRMO) and other members of the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC). However, PDRRMC Emergency Operations Center is maintaining Red… Read more »
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National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP)-Abra facilitated the Indigenous People Mandatory Representatives (IPMR) forum to strengthen the promotion of Tingguian culture and protecting the welfare of IPs at NCIP building, Calaba, Bangued, on October 30, 2019. Fighting insurgency During the forum, IPMRs gave their commitment to fight insurgency through their collaboration with the PNP and… Read more »
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The finest Abra products were showcased during the National Trade Fair on August 22-25, 2019, at Megatrade Halls of SM Megamall, Mandaluyong. The nine exhibitors–Quiday, Neila Ardaniel, Librado Donato, Glenda Castillanes, Ma. Zita Benabese, Natividad Balbin, Esperanza Barcena, Carlo Balneg, and Ruby Guzman–raked in P1.6 million of total sales from their loom weaving, bamboo craft,… Read more »
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The Department of Education (DepEd)-Abra will conduct the orientation of Senior High School Voucher Program (SHS VP) for School Year 2019-2020 at the Schools Division Office on May 29, 2019. During the orientation, DepEd will inform the school heads on the financial assistance for senior high school students. They also urge grade 10 students to… Read more »
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Department of Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel F. Piñol says he will come back to Abra to work with Gov. Joy Bernos in bringing more agricultural program and projects. He said this during his visit to inspect and turnover the Solar-Powered Irrigation System Projects (SPIS) in Bagalay, Tayum and Malabbaga, La Paz, on May 23, 2019. “Water… Read more »
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COMELEC-Abra reminded the Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPCRV), watchers, and media practitioners of the electoral rules at polling places for the Election Day at the briefing held at the Office of Provincial Election Supervisor on May 7, 2019. COMELEC emphasized that May 11 is the last day of campaigning. Campaign shirts and materials… Read more »
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Social Welfare and Development (SWAD)-Abra monitors the 12,120 Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) beneficiaries to improve their education, health, and family development. Social Welfare Officer Maribeth M. Tulic said the 4Ps beneficiaries must attend the Family Development Sessions (FDS) to empower them with values formations like responsible parenthood and family planning. Other agencies also… Read more »
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Swimming is a great recreational activity enjoyed by people of all ages, but it’s important to know how to be safe while in the water. The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) chaired by Gov. Joy Bernos informs the public of the following important swimming safety tips that people should be aware… Read more »
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