Awesome Abra: Abrenian Kawayan Festival 2020

March 12, 2020 abranewsdesk Releases

Once again, the government of Abra victoriously showcased its tradition and culture, locally made products, and the character of being a united Abreños in the said festival. This year’s theme, “Cultivating Culture & Tradition, Nurturing Life & Environment; Championing Asenso Abreño” was as well triumphantly portrayed in the Abrenian Kawayan Festival activities. The local products… Read more »

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DSWD-CAR and SWAD-Abra tap LGUs to beef up efficient social services

November 6, 2019 abranewsdesk Featured

To reach more disadvantaged and vulnerable individuals in the municipalities, DSWD-CAR in coordination with PGA oriented LGUs on the different social services and programs of DSWD. DSWD-CAR Assistant Regional Director Enrique Gascon Jr. asked the commitment of Mayors, Sangguniang Bayan and Liga ng Barangay members of Abra on the implementation of social services, during the… Read more »

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NCIP, IPMRs, working to protect the culture and welfare of Tingguians

November 4, 2019 abranewsdesk Releases

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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Bernos, PPOC, create ELCAC to end communist armed conflicts

September 25, 2019 abranewsdesk Featured

As Abra works for a peaceful community, the Provincial Peace and Order Council headed by Governor Joy Bernos created the Provincial Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (ELCAC) during the Joint Provincial Development Council (PDC) and PPOC at the Provincial Capitol Social Hall on September 24, 2019. The Task Force is chaired by… Read more »

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DOT-Abra launches new accred scheme for local establishments

July 31, 2019 abranewsdesk Releases

To bolster Abra’s tourism industry, the Department of Tourism conducted an Orientation on the Progressive Accreditation System and Mobile Accreditation which aims to update DOT’s industry partners of the newly developed standards such as to build a common understanding of the new accreditation scheme, its criteria, implementing guidelines and accreditation processing and to improve the… Read more »

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Governor Joy empowers women of Abra through livelihood assistance

July 18, 2019 abranewsdesk Releases

Governor Joy Bernos distributed checks amounting to P5,000.00 each to 38 beneficiaries who availed of the Kalipunan ng Liping Pilipina-Joyful Women of Abra (KALIPI-JWA) loan program of the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) at the Capitol Atrium on July 17, 2019. According to PSWD Officer Decimia Cabang, KALIPI-JWA aims to empower women and… Read more »

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DepEd monitors the readiness of schools

June 6, 2019 abranewsdesk Releases

Chief Administration Officer Sebastian Tayaban led DepEd-CAR personnel on June 3-7, 2019, to monitor the different schools in Abra like Bai, Lagayan; Quidawen, San Juan; Talaytay, San Quintin; Yuyeng, Pidigan; Lumaba, Villaviciosa; and Bolbolo, Pilar. Senior Education Program Specialist Jan Nowel Peña said they are prioritizing newly established schools and schools offering senior high school.… Read more »

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Gov. Bernos to MPOC: Maintain peace and order; absentee mayors to face charges

June 6, 2019 abranewsdesk Releases

Gov. Joy Bernos urged the Local Chief Executives (LCE) to be more active in maintaining peace and order in their municipalities through their participation in Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) meeting. She said a peaceful and secured province will boost its tourism and economic development. Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)-Abra Provincial… Read more »

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DepEd extends voucher program to senior high school students

May 28, 2019 abradeskcms Releases

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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COMELEC-Abra prepares the watchers and media for Election Day

May 10, 2019 abradeskcms Releases

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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Local Government Unit: Pilar