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<font face="Arial Narrow" size="2"><b>THANKS TO OUR STREETLIGHT DONORS:</b></font><font face="Arial Narrow" size="1"><br>
<b><br>
1. Arthur N. Acosta & June L. Villanueva<br>
Del Pilar, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur<br>
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2. Joseph & Imelda Lim<br>
Paramount City, California, USA<br>
<br>
3. Paul & Anastacia Bayuga<br>
Santa Cruz, California, USA<br>
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4. Mr.& Mrs. Renato Macusi (RML Auto Supply, Binangonan,Rizal)<br>
Mr.& Mrs. Ernesto Salgado (Elcamar Motors, Sta.Maria, Bulacan)<br>
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5. Mr.& Mrs. Romel Almadin<br>
Victoria, Melbourne, Australia<br>
<br>
6. Lemuel Ulpindo<br>
Hawaii, USA<br>
<br>
7. Leygo Family (Philip, Betty, Romeo & Espie)<br>
Australia<br>
<br>
8. PDDG Jesus Ame Verzosa<br>
DCA Camp Crame, Quezon City<br>
<br>
9. Carmelita Lata Sanchez (Honolulu, Hawaii, USA)<br>
Engr.& Mrs. Jose Lata (Lubnac,Tagudin,Ilocos Sur)<br>
<br>
10. Mayor & Mrs. Roque S. Verzosa, Jr.<br>
Bucao East, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur<br>
<br>
11. Verzosa Family<br>
Magsaysay, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur<br>
<br>
12. Yakal Lumber Tagudin Branch<br>
Tagudin, Ilocos Sur<br>
<br>
13. Anita & Erickson Vilog<br>
Seattle, Washington, USA<br>
<br>
14. Proceso & Prisca Mendez<br>
Washington, USA<br>
<br>
15. Lorenzo Go<br>
<br>
16. Leopoldo Lacasandile (Municipal Planning & Development Coordinator)<br>
Leilani Vee Cabanero (Municipal Accountant)<br>
<br>
17. Adelaida Corpuz (Municipal Treasurer)<br>
Marina Balicoco (Municipal General Services Officer)<br>
<br>
18. Febie Lardizabal (Municipal Budget Officer)<br>
Corazon Villanueva (Municipal Social Welfare & Development Officer)<br>
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19. Engr. Edmund Fabia (Municipal Engineer)<br>
Severino Villamar (Municipal Assessor)<br>
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20. Dr. Aly John Lopez (Municipal Health Officer)<br>
Ricardo Osmund Bello ( Municipal Civil Registrar)<br>
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21. Hon. Rogelio Lorenzana (Vice Mayor)<br>
Geronimo Lastimoza (Secretary to the Sangguniang Bayan)<br>
<br>
22. Atty. Arvin Andaya (Sangguniang Bayan Member)<br>
Bernardo Tovera, Jr. (Sangguniang Bayan Member)<br>
<br>
23. Rodolfo Leal (Sangguniang Bayan Member)<br>
Nelson Cuaresma (Sangguniang Bayan Member)<br>
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24. Elisa Bunoan (Sangguniang Bayan Member)<br>
Maria Theresa Laranang (Sangguniang Bayan Member)<br>
<br>
25. Fatima Pagaduan (Sangguniang Bayan Member)<br>
Maximo Laplana Jr. (ABC President)<br>
<br>
26. Neopito Galang (Sangguniang Bayan Member)<br>
Emerlyn Bayuga (SK Federated)<br>
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27. Visque Family <br>
San Diego, California, USA<br>
<br>
28. Dante Acosta<br>
Los Angeles, California, USA<br>
<br>
29. Jimmy & Mely "Bernadette" Valdez-Corpuz<br>
Daly City, California, USA<br>
<br>
30. Bienvenido & Loreta Jimeno-Corpuz Family<br>
San Jose, California, USA<br>
<br>
31. Catalino (Noli) & Merylene Alvarado<br>
Kathleen & Kayceelyn Alvarado<br>
San Diego, California, USA<br>
<br>
32. Armie Leizl & Cherrie Mae Lacasandile<br>
San Miguel, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur<br>
<br>
33. Ret. Gen. Diomedio Villanueva<br>
Becques, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur<br>
<br>
34. Izumo Contractors, Inc.<br>
Tyrone Ong<br>
Vice President-COO<br>
Ortigas, Quezon City<br>
<br>
35. Oscar & Nelsie Mon Farnacio<br>
Patrick & Neri Gavina Lorenzana<br>
New Jersey, USA<br>
<br>
36. Mienrado & Lorna Acosta & Family<br>
Robert & Manalina Acosta Lake & Family<br>
New Jersey, USA<br>
<br>
37. Enriqueta Leal<br>
New Jersey, USA<br>
Gloria Leal<br>
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia<br>
<br>
38. Espie Bunoan Cain<br>
Cris Villanueva Lardizabal<br>
Tess Valdez Tamargo (in memory)<br>
<br>
39.Emilia Lamorena Agatep<br>
Mr. & Mrs. Victor agatep<br>
Mr. & Mrs. Honey Rebullo<br>
Mr. & Mrs. Marivic Bascara<br>
Mr. & Mrs. Jenivic De Leon<br>
New York & New Jersey, USA<br>
<br>
40. The Late Domingo S. & Primitiva P. Lardizabal & family<br>
Ernesto & Norma Lardizabal<br>
Edmundo(+) & Anita Lardizabal<br>
Emmanuel & Edna L. Ramos<br>
Antonio & Evelyn L. Valdez<br>
Edgar Lardizabal<br>
Peter & Eden L. Roberonta<br>
Illinios, New Jersey, New York & Philippines<br>
<br>
(NOTE: The posting of donors name shall be made in full at this website
under items #39 and #40 temporarily, however, it will be shortened upon
official advice to all concerned.)<br>
<br>
41. Modesto & Grace Laranang & Family<br>
Joseph & Floriemar Las Marias & Family<br>
Baltimore, USA<br>
<br>
42. Dauz Family of Jardin, Tagudin & California, USA<br>
(Pat, Rening, ben, Iking & Evita)<br>
<br>
43. Hermes & Estrelita Purugganan<br>
SAS Class 1977</b></font><br>
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<a target="_blank" href="images/news/mar08/reunion.jpg">Las Vegas,
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Yes, it's time for a change. www.tagudin.gov.ph is undergoing a major facelift!<br>
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<font face="Arial"> ● </font>Dynamic features<br>
<font face="Arial"> ● </font>Bigger images. Soon, these tiny faces
will be magnified.<br>
<font face="Arial"> ● </font>Easy navigation<br>
<font face="Arial"> ● </font>Better design<br>
<font face="Arial"> ● </font>Same award-winning leadership<br>
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Now this is a good reason to be excited!<p>(:<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>"Mommy Kayam Dayta!" features young Tagudinian moms</b></font><br>
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The LGU and ABS-CBN Regional Network Group initiated a program entitled " Mommy,
Kayam Dayta!" at the Paraiso ti Amburayan, Brgy. Bucao East on October 4, 2008.<br>
<br>
The said activity was conducted to enable and empower teenage mothers of Tagudin
in three areas: Health Education, Livelihood Seminars and Self-Enhancement
Programs.<br>
<br>
Vice Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana & Mrs. Irene Castro, Family Planning Regional
Coordinator graced the said program which was also featured by ABS CBN.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudin celebrates Coop Month</b></font><br>
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The LGU thru the Municipal Cooperative Development Council celebrated the
Cooperative Month on October 2-3, 2008 with the theme " Cooperative Breaking
Through Barriers & Beyond".<br>
<br>
The activities started with parade of the different cooperative members as well
as the Municipal Officials and was followed by an opening program.<br>
<br>
Mr. Candelario L. Verzosa, Jr.,Cooperative Consultant & a Former Executive
Director of the Cooperative Development Authority; Dir. Josefina B. Bitonio,
Assistant Regional Director, Cooperative Development Authority and Mrs. Teresita
A. Bunoan, Provincial Cooperative Development Specialist served as the Resource
Speakers of the Seminar.<br>
<br>
The highlight of this month's activity is the 2-Day Orientation Seminar on
Cooperatives.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Family Day held in Becques' Anastaz Park</b></font><br>
<br>
Officials and Employees of the LGU celebrated Family Day on September 30, 2008
at Anastaz Park in Brgy. Becques.<br>
<br>
The celebration started with an Opening Prayer leaded by Mrs. Jocelyn Lamadrid,
followed by the aerobic “HATAW NA” dancing, participated by all LGU Personnel.<br>
<br>
A Birthday Presentation was also given to all birthday celebrants from April to
September.<br>
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For the rest of the day, everybody enjoyed the variety of games and dances
prepared.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudinians get fit in "Hataw Na!"</b></font><br>
<br>
The Local Government Unit of Tagudin launched "Hataw Na", a kind of aerobic
dancing, on September 26, 2008 at the Municipal Gymnasium.<br>
<br>
This served as a way to strengthen and enhance human resource activity relative
to the 108th Civil Service Anniversary celebrated every Month of September. All
Officials and employees participated in the said launching. Mrs. Jocelyn
Lamadrid served as the "Hataw Na" Dance Instructor.<br>
<br>
LGU will be conducting its regular monthly "Hataw Na" after this launching.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>CPO conducts monthly meeting and family day in Tagudin
</b></font><br>
<br>
The Council of Personnel Officers, Ilocos Sur Chapter composed of HRMO's,
Administrative Officers, HRM Practitioners from the different LGU/municipalities,
Cities, Provincial Office and National Line Agencies strengthened their bonding
& enhanced relationships to establish networking through it's Family Day
Celebration on September 24, 2008 at Kandaroma Park, Brgy. Farola. <br>
<br>
They also tackled updates of the Civil Service Commission regarding issues and
concerns relative to Human Resource Practice. During the rest of the day, they
participated in a variety games and dances.<br>
<br>
Mayor Jun and Director Hedy Jose Lardizabal graced the activity.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudin's calamansi goes to China</b></font><br>
<br>
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) initiated the 5th Outbound Business
Matching or The 5th China International Small and Medium Enterprises Fair last
September 21-25, 2008 at Guangzhou International Exhibition Center Guangzhou,
China, where Tagudin's One Town, One Product (OTOP), Calamansi Concentrate was
one among the products exhibited in the said affair.<br>
<br>
Calamansi Concentrate, one among the "Proudly Tagudin-Made" Products was chosen
by DTI to be part of the exhibit, which was conducted purposely for Product
Development in terms of labeling and packaging to be able to meet International
Standards and also for wider Product Marketing.<br>
<br>
SBM Maria Theresa Laranang, Mrs. Marina Balicoco, Municipal General Service
Officer and Mrs. Jennifer Llanes, Chairman of the Asap Tagudin Samahan ng
Magkakalamansi Development Cooperative (ATSMDC) representted LGU-Tagudin in
China.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>LGU-Tagudin drafts budget for 2009</b></font><br>
<br>
A Budget Call was held at the Local Chief Executive Residence, Paraiso ti
Amburayan, Brgy. Bucao East attended by all Department Heads of the Local
Government Unit last September 29, 2008. <br>
<br>
This was initiated by the Municipal Budget Officer to be able to properly plan
and allocate the income and expenditures of the town for next fiscal year 2009.
The different chiefs of Offices each presented their respective budgets, which
were consolidated by the Budget Officer and reviewed by all participants.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>TALA conducts training in food processing </b></font>
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<br>
Tagudin Ladies Association conducted a three (3)- day training on Food
Processing on September 27-29, 2008 at the Auditorium.<br>
<br>
This activity was sponsored by Congressman Eric Singson with Madam Grace Singson
as the Guest of Honor and speaker.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Mayor Jun is National Outstanding Public Servant by CSC</b></font><br>
<br>
Her Excellency President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and Civil Service Commission
(CSC) Chair Hon. Ricardo L. Saludo conferred to Mayor Jun and the other awardees
of the CSC’s “2008 Search for Outstanding Public Officials and Employees” the
most-coveted Lingkod Bayan, Dangal Ng Bayan and PAG ASA Awards, September 19,
2008 at the Rizal Hall in Malacañang Palace.<br>
<br>
Mayor Jun is one among the six (6) national PAG ASA awardees – Individual
Category, the 1st Mayor in Region I since 1962 to be conferred such award
according to CSC Regional Office I.<br>
<br>
Tagudin’s ASAP Mayor received a gold gilded medallion, a plaque containing the
citation and signature of CSC Chair Saludo, a cash incentive, five (5) years
scholarship for his immediate family and other benefits for his exemplary
performance as a public servant, specifically for his blueprint for the
development of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, thru his “Agpiarkam Siglatmo, Agkaykaysakam
Panangrang-aymo (ASAP) Tagudin, where programs on tourism, infrastructure
development, revenue enhancement, education, welfare, health, livelihood,
agricultural development, environmental management and peace and order were
successfully implemented, earning numerous awards and acclaim from local and
national groups.<br>
<br>
This is an annual search by the CSC Honor and Awards Program to recognize and
reward public officials and employees for their outstanding contributions and
achievements in the delivery of public service. <br>
<br>
<a target="_blank" href="http://picasaweb.google.com/tagudinonline/PAGASAAwardMalacaAng#slideshow/5249462318496439650">>>>View images here</a><br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>PGIS conducts medical mission in Tagudin</b></font><br>
<br>
A Joint Community Service of the Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur headed by
Gov. DV Savellano and the Sangguniang Panlalawigan Members initiated by Vice
Gov. Jerry Singson and the JCS Medical Mission Team., in cooperation with the
Local Government Unit of Tagudin rendered medical, dental and surgical
assistance to the constituents of Tagudin and other nearby municipalities on
September 13, 2008 at the Municipal Gymnasium.<br>
<br>
There were seven hundred forty four (744) patients, majority were Tagudinians.
Attending specialists were Dr. Federico Anaen, Jr, Dr. Eugene Dauz, Dra. Letecia
De Vera, Chiefs-of Hospital of Tagudin General Hospital and Capillarisis Center;
Dra. Trina Tabbogan, a surgeon from Gabriela Silang General Hospital; Dra.
Gaudencia Ramos, MD III, Dra. Diana Lim, MHO, Dra. Mary Rose Pilar MD II, Dra.
Marianne Dauz, MD II; Dr. Gerry Bang-asan, Dr. Efren Cabanit, Dr. Aida Llabres,
Dr. Alejo, Dra. Angel Ann Ong, Dr. Jewel Cruzat, Dra. Jennifer Zamora, Dr.
Garret Robles, Dra. Harieth Joy Reyno, Dra. Marie Anne Zaide, Dr. Joseph
Advincula, Dr. Percival Savella and Dra. Melanie Manuel.<br>
<br>
The Rural Health Unit of Tagudin with its staff and volunteer nurses were of
assistance during the said Medical Mission.<br>
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<b><font color="#0000FF">Tagudin bats for computerization</font> </b><br>
<br>
Tagudin's Local Chief Executive Hon. Roque S. Verzosa, Jr. and all LGU
Department Heads had a meeting with the Canadian Volunteer Advisers, Ms.
Rosalind Hood-Morris and Mr. John Smith on September 9, 2008 at the Office of
the Mayor regarding the possible computerization of all data and information of
the different offices of the LGU, through their program e-Governance for
Municipal Development. Prior to this meeting, the E-Tagudin Committee composed
of Program Manager Municipal Accountant Leilani Vee Cabanero and members SBM
Maria Theresa L. Laranang, MPDC Mr. Leopoldo Lacasandile and Municipal Treasurer
Ms. Adelaida Corpuz attended the 1st batch of five(5) trainings entitled:
Information System Strategic Planning(ISSP) at Bauang, La Union where Tagudin's
ISSP had been drafted for final submission on or before September 19, 2008.<br>
<br>
The said meeting was set for an orientation regarding the Information Systems
Strategic Planning and ICT Projects. Ms. Rosalind and Dr. Smith validated and
evaluated Tagudin's ISSP after the meeting and visited the Treasury Office for
the Business Permits and Licensing Sytem (BPLS).<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudinian earns record in Agri Eng'g. board exams</b></font><br>
<br>
Out of the 400 examiners who took up the Board Examination for Agricultural
Engineers last August 19- 20, 2008 at the Baguio-Benguet Consumers Cooperative,
157 passed.<br>
<br>
One of the fortunate board passers was RENATO BAUTISTA AGUILAR, who hails from
Brgy. Bucao East, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, son of Mr. & Mrs. Benjamin Aguilar. He
graduated at Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University, with a degree of
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering.<br>
<br>
The official proclamation was made this August 28, 2008 declaring Mr. Aguilar as
the TOP 4 among the passers.<br>
<br>
This is a remarkable contribution of Mr. Aguilar to Tagudin and for his Alma
Mater, DMMMSU; for setting the highest rank ever made in the Board Examination
for Agricultural Engineers, since it was still in 1980’s when DMMMSU topped the
said examinations at Top 7.<br>
<br>
To Mr. Renato Aguilar, congratulations!<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudin joins nation in celebrating CSC's 108th year</b></font><br>
<br>
The Local Government Unit of Tagudin joined in the nationwide celebration of the
Philippine Civil Service Commission's 108th Anniversary starting with a short
program on September 1, 2008 during the Flag Raising Ceremony.<br>
<br>
Part of the program was the Recognition Ceremony for Hon. Mayor Roque S. Verzosa,
Jr. for being an awardee of the Civil Service Commission (CSC) Pag-asa Award,
Individual Category for this year's Search for the Most Outstanding Public
Officials and Employees.<br>
<br>
Mayor Jun felt overwhelmed by the presentation and gave each co-civil servant a
warm embrace. The Vice Mayor and Office of the Sangguniang Bayan likewise
presented Resolution No. 122, s 2008, Heartily and Soulfully Congratulating Hon.
Mayor Roque S. Verzosa, Jr. for Being Chosen as One of the Receipients of the
Civil Service Commission (CSC) or PAG-ASA Awards for this Year's Search for
Outstanding Public Officials and Employees.<br>
<br>
Staff from the Office of the Mayor and Human Resource Management Office
initiated the said program.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Typhoon Karen challenges MDCC</b></font><br>
<br>
A Rescue Operation was conducted at Brgy. Lantag on August 20, 2008, where seven
(7) persons - Marilet Pulanco-27 years old, Norma Lucero-57 years old, Maura
Lacasandile-36 years old, Jaime Lacasandile-30 years old, Daniel Lascota-39
years old, Region Lucero-25 years old, all from Brgy. Lantag and Narcisa Leal-55
years old from Brgy. Baritao, were stranded at the Amburayan River between Brgy.
Lantag and Malacanang. This is because of the big waves and storm surges by
tropical cyclone "Karen".<br>
<br>
The Municipal Disaster Coordinating Council(MDCC) of the Local Government Unit
of Tagudin headed by the mayor immediately took appropriate action on the said
operation. Rescuers from the Philippine Coastal Guard in Poro Point San Fernando
City, La Union headed by PO1 Rolando T. Navarro, Jr., PO1 Charlie N. Prado, PO2
Dominador F. Banezta, PO3 Ramil R. Rosquita, SN2 Raffy D. Laquiwed, ASN
Christopher Efren Barbero, ASN Rodben R. Ventura, ASN Melan A. Garay, ASN
Florendo F. De Fiesta, ASN Ramon A. Almonte and ASN Elmer P. Nutar came at the
rescue site. <br>
<br>
Tagudin PNP headed by PCI Jeff Estanga Fanged were also there together with the
Bureau of Fire headed by SFO1 Benjamin Apilado.<br>
<br>
After the said operation, the rescued persons were fetched by the Municipal
Ambulance and were properly attended at the Rural Health Unit under the care of
the RHU staff headed by DR. Aly John Lopez.<br>
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<a target="_blank" href="http://picasaweb.google.com/tagudinonline/MDCCCoastGuardRescueOperation#slideshow/5242077705223296770">
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>ETA turns 10</b></font><br>
<br>
The Eastern Tagudinians Association celebrated it's 10th Anniversary last July
25, 2008 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, New Jersey, USA. <br>
<br>
Mr. Mario Lardizabal, the President of the said Association, together with all
ETA members prepared a Dinner Dance in celebration for the said occasion. Each
one showcased it's Dance Presentation particularly the traditional ones, which
brought joy to everybody.<br>
<br>
A birthday presentation was also given to Mayor Roque Verzosa, Jr. who turned
52. His beloved wife, Mrs. Evangeline Verzosa was also present during the
celebration.<br>
<br>
<a target="_blank" href="http://picasaweb.google.com/tagudinonline/ETA10thAnniversary#slideshow/5236870013188253490">
>>>more photos here</a><br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>88 donors give blood</b></font><br>
<br>
The Municipal Health Office headed by Dr. Aly John Lopez conducted a Blood
Letting Program at the Municipal Auditorium on July 8, 2008. There were 88 Blood
donors who came from the different barangays of Tagudin.<br>
<br>
The program was initiated to replenish our present Stockpile at the ITMRC
Laboratory and to make health services more accessible to the people of the
town. <br>
<br>
SBM Elisa Bunoan and ITRMC Laboratory Staff headed by Mrs. Iduna Frigillana-
Med. Tech graced the program.<br>
<br>
<a target="_blank" href="http://picasaweb.google.com/tagudinonline/BloodLettingProgram#slideshow/5242076270238230274">
>>>more photos here</a><br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudin gets Municipal Jail of the Year Award</b></font><br>
<br>
Mayor Jun Verzosa received the Plaque of Appreciation from JCSUPT Benito A.
Dorigo, MPSA, OIC Deputy Chief for Admin and Regional Director JSSUPT Emmanuel
T. Sicio, for his excellent regard for the development of the Bureau of Jail
Management and Penology- Regional Office I, last 07 August 2008 during the
occasion of the 17th Anniversary of the BJMP-RO1 at the RELC, San Vicente, San
Fernando City, La Union. Tagudin Municipal Jail was also awarded as the Best
Municipal Jail of the Year in Region I through the leadership of Insp. Willie
Tinaza. <br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Justice prevails over the Clemente Ulpindo Ulpindo, Jr.
case</b></font><br>
<br>
The Clemente Ulpindo, Jr. Murder-Robbery case which happened last March 19, 2008
had been successfully solved by PNP-Tagudin as they had apprehended the main
suspect (five(5) others have been named and are being investigated), to this
case July 1, 2008. A case has already been filed against the suspects at the
desk of Hon. Reynaldo Lacasandile, 2nd Provincial Prosecutor, Tagudin, Ilocos
Sur - under I.S. #08-437.<br>
<br>
This immediate case resolution is one among the 12 Flagship program of ASAP
Tagudin, specifically on Peace and Order.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudin gets validated as "Child-Friendly" town</b></font><br>
<br>
Last July 31, 2008, the Municipality of Tagudin had undergone the Regional
Validation for the " Most Child Friendly Municipality".<br>
<br>
Evaluators came from the Regional Office of San Fernando City,La Union, from the
DILG, DSWD, NEDA, Department of Education, Commission on Human Rights and from
the Department of Justice.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>25 couples tie knot in mass civil wedding</b></font><br>
<br>
Twenty five (25) couples participated the July 2008 Mass Civil Wedding on July
31, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. at the Municipal Auditorium. <br>
<br>
The Local Government Unit of Tagudin headed by Honorable Mayor Roque S. Verzosa
Jr. initiated this activity. Other guests were Honorable Vice Mayor Rogelio
Lorenzana, the Sangguniang Bayan Members and Sponsors of the 25 couples.<br>
<br>
This activity aims to establish the legality of their marriage and strengthen
their bond as couples.<br>
<br>
July 2008 Mass Civil Wedding couples are:<br>
<br>
1. Arnel Navida and Teresita Banigued- Dardarat<br>
2. Florentino Lazaga, Sr. and Esperanza dela Cruz- Lacong<br>
3. Wilfredo Macrusis and Rosemarie Celebrado- Bucao West<br>
4. Marlon Leal and Lina Wattan- Lacong<br>
5. Michael Nalaoagan and Ermila Ariola- Baracbac<br>
6. Lerio Ariola and Jecery Bernabe- Baracbac<br>
7. Reynaldo Rafanan, Jr. and Marife Balalong- Jardin<br>
8. Rey PJ Reyes Jr. and Jhoana Resurrecion- Baracbac<br>
9. Ian Bustamante and Glenda Lucia Linda- Las-ud<br>
10. Roger Bermudez and Aiza Almazan- Baracbac<br>
11. Rodrigo Guillen and Susana Cabading- Pallogan<br>
12. Rey Macanas and Genalyn Leal- Pudoc West<br>
13. Romel Ulpindo and Joan Raganit- Becques<br>
14. Michael Ventura and Maria Cristina Lazo- Libtong<br>
15. Artemio Ladi and Haide Sorenio- Farola<br>
16. Juanito Oligario and Regina Leal- Farola<br>
17. Alex Ladi and Melanie Prajes- Farola<br>
18. Wilson John Realin and Liezl Sanchez- Farola<br>
19. Rolito Ladi and Helen Celeste- Farola<br>
20. Jim Lacasandile and Cristina Somera- San Miguel<br>
21. Arnold Ancheta and Kristine Barnachea- Pallogan<br>
22. Gil Mipa and Maureen Nazarro- Becques<br>
23. Mark John Encarnacion and Marie Grace Cardenas- Dardarat<br>
24. Jeffrey Bacaoco and Mary Ann Vergara- Gabur<br>
25. Randolf Valbuena and Rochelle Ader- Dardarat<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>TNHS celebrates Nutrition Month</b></font><br>
<br>
Tagudin National High School celebrated Nutrition Month last July 24, 2008. A
culminating program was held at their school, every student had it's Nutri
jingle representation which entertained the audience. They also conducted the
2nd Monthly Mass Induction of SSG, Class and Club Officers.<br>
<br>
The program lasted with the Awarding of Winners of the Different Contests.<br>
<br>
NUTRI QUIZ<br>
<br>
1st John Louie Dagalea<br>
3rd year-Argon<br>
<br>
2nd Joedelyn M. Lazaga<br>
2nd year-Acacia<br>
<br>
3rd Regie Anne Maynes<br>
4th year-Amethyst<br>
<br>
4th Geneveive Fernandez<br>
I-SSC<br>
<br>
5th Jhun Manzano<br>
3rd year-Argon<br>
<br>
POSTER/SLOGAN MAKING CONTEST<br>
<br>
1st Leah De Ocampo<br>
4th year-Amethyst<br>
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2nd John Louie Dagalea<br>
3rd year-Argon<br>
<br>
3rd Allan Cavilos<br>
1st year-Bougainvilla<br>
<br>
4th Charley Limon<br>
3rd year-Argon<br>
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5th Jel Rose Montilla<br>
4th year-Amethyst<br>
<br>
COOKFEST<br>
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1st Malunggay Ball Soup Abegail Andaya 4th year-Garnet<br>
Alloysious Gray Somera<br>
<br>
2nd Malunggay Omelet Roll Charilyn Dela Cruz 4th year-Limestone<br>
Rhina Cielo Bautista<br>
<br>
3rd Macaroni Soup Micah Fernandez 3rd year-Flourine<br>
Evanese Barnachea<br>
<br>
4th a. Sweet Malu-bola-bola Jel Rose Montilla<br>
Malunggay Lovers Delight Mylen Villanueva 4th year-Amethyst<br>
Malunggay Cookies<br>
<br>
b. Malunggay Mixed Fritters Jonalyn Nisperos<br>
Monalisa Lapastora<br>
<br>
5th Malunggay Fish Balls Danice Joy Bayuga<br>
Lumpiang Malunggay Kiran Joy Bayuga 3rd year-Argon<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>LGU-Tagudin celebrates nutrition month</b></font><br>
<br>
The Local Government Unit of Tagudin celebrated Nutrition Month last July 25,
2008, with the theme: "Sa Wastong Nutrisyon ni Mommy, Siguradong Healthy si
Baby". A culminating program was held at the Gymnasium graced by the presence of
Municipal Sangguniang Bayan Members Hon. Arvin Andaya, Hon. Bernardo Tovera and
Hon. Elisa Bunoan.<br>
<br>
In connection with the Municipal Nutrition Month Celebration, the LGU also
launched the Supplemental Feeding Program for the School Age. <br>
<br>
This was also the birthday celebration of our Honorable Mayor Roque S. Verzosa
Jr., who celebrated his 52dn birthday last July 25, 2008.<br>
<br>
The program ended with the Recognition of Winners for the different contests
held at TNHS last July 23, 2008.<br>
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June 28, 2008. Most Reverend Gaudencio Cardinal Rosales visits Tagudin in
Paraiso ti Amburayan, Mayor Jun's Residence, where the Mayor and his wife Mrs.
Evangeline I. Verzosa welcomed His Eminence for a breakfast.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudin's delicacies to be featured in Culinary Book</b></font><br>
<br>
Book Author and Chef Heny Sison, together with Neal Oshima as Photographer, Mr.
Bu Castro, and other members of their crew came to Tagudin to shoot our local
delicacies - tinubong, inkiwar, lubi-lubi and kundol(white squash) candy. These
recipes will be included in the Culinary Book Project entitled: "Naimas! The
Food Heritage of Ilocos Sur".<br>
<br>
The venue of the said photo coverage, held July 23, 2008, was at Farola, near
the lighthouse. Actual preparation and cooking was demonstrated by the
delicacy-makers, where the members of the team showed their interest and
amazement at the traditional ways demonstrated by the Tagudinians.<br>
<br>
The Municipal Tourism Committee assisted said team during the entirety of the
photo coverage.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>GMA 7 visits Tagudin</b></font><br>
<br>
A TV documentary/magazine format of GMA 7, Jessica Soho Team, came to Tagudin on
July 14, 2008, to shoot some places related with their research topic:
"Alternative Food for the Masses". <br>
<br>
Romabell Yumol, the segment producer of Jessica Soho Team, together with
cameramen Rudy Cabungcal and Willier Esplana featured "How to Cook Sinanglaw at
Barangay Ambalayat".<br>
<br>
The Local Government Unit of Tagudin headed by the Municipal Mayor Jun Verzosa
extended assistance to make this documentary show successful. Said show will be
televised on Saturday, July 19, 2008 at 9:30 p.m.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudin gets validated as "Child-Friendly" town</b></font><br>
<br>
The Provincial Validation for the "Most Child-Friendly Municipality" took place
at the Local Government Unit of Tagudin last June 19, 2008.<br>
<br>
Evaluators came from Provincial Social Welfare, DILG, Department of Education,
Department of Health and Provincial Planning and Development Office in Vigan
City.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Mayor Jun is National Semifinalist in CSC's Search for
Outstanding Public Officials</b></font><br>
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Tagudin's ASAP Mayor, Hon. Roque S. Verzosa, Jr. qualified to be one among the
eleven(11) NATIONAL SEMIFINALISTS in the Civil Service Commission's (CSC) Honor
and Awards Program, PAG-ASA Award, Individual Category for the 2008 Search for
Outstanding Public Officials and Employees.<br>
<br>
CSC Region IV Director, Allan Poe Carmona came to Tagudin last June 18-19, 2008
for the validation of Mayor Jun's personal and professional profile. Schools,
Line Agencies, Private Individuals, LGU officials and employees and other
sectors of the town were all consulted and interviewed to validate his
nomination.<br>
<br>
Indeed the consolidation of outstanding awards can best describe the performance
and qualities of Mayor Jun Verzosa.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>LGU Tagudin pushes solid waste management campaign</b></font><br>
<br>
With the on-going ECO- ASAP intensive education campaign, a mini material
recovery facilities ( MRF) was launched last June 16, 2008, during the Flag
Raising Ceremony.<br>
<br>
Through these MRFs, different waste materials will be segregated - biodegradable
from non-biodegradable, which will ultimately reduce the volume of wastes to be
thrown at the Tagudin Controlled Dumpsite. Also, constituents will be made aware
of the importance of segregation as part of proper solid waste management.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Battle of Bessang Pass commemorated</b></font><br>
<br>
The Philippine Veterans Affairs Office and the USAFIP-NL ( North Luzon) in
cooperation with the Local Government Unit of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur headed by Hon.
Roque S. Verzosa gave tribute to the 60th Anniversary of the first Filipino
Military Victory at the Battle of Bessang Pass (1945).<br>
<br>
It’s significance was witnessed by a crowd of dignitaries and visitors from the
entire region last June 14, 2008 at the ASAP Tagudin Pasarabo Center and Rest
Area at the Bitalag Junction Plaza through the Unveiling Ceremony of the Bitalag
Junction Marker. The Honorable Eric D. Singson, Representative, 2nd District of
Ilocos Sur and Deputy House Speaker for Luzon graced the said affair as the
Guest of Honor and Speaker of this affair.<br>
<br>
Part of the Anniversary is the unveiling of the Bitalag Junction Marker led by
Deputy House Speaker Hon. Eric D. Singson, Representative, 2nd District of
Ilocos Sur, PVAO Administrator and Department of National Defense Undersecretary
Hon. Ernesto G. Carolina, National Commander of USAFIP-NL BGen Arnulfo D. Banez
AFP(Ret) and Mayor Jun. The marker symbolizes the heroism of thousands of
Ilocanos soldiers who captured the Japanese Imperial Forces at Bessang Pass
during World War II.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudin celebrates nation's 110th year of independence</b></font><br>
<br>
In commemoration with the 2008 National Flag Day and the 110th Independence Day,
the Local Government Unit of Tagudin led by Mayor Jun and Vice Mayor Lorenzana,
conducted a commemorative program and wreath laying ceremony June 12, 2008 in
front of the Municipal Hall. <br>
<br>
LGU officials and employees, heads and personnel of National Line Agencies,
barangay captains and other constituents joined in this nationwide celebration.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>PWDs undergo training on handicraft-making</b></font><br>
<br>
The Office of the Municipal Social Welfare and Development conducted a
“Handicraft Making” last June 11, 2008 at the Municipal Auditorium.
Beneficiaries of this activity are the Persons With Disabilities(PWDs). <br>
<br>
Mr. Ireneo Alberto, who studied from Tahanang Walang Hagdanan in Vigan City
taught them to make different handicrafts such as jewelry boxes, containers and
many others. The next batch of training will start on June 12, 2008 at the MSWD
Hall, which will be their training site. After they have already undergone these
series of trainings, they will then occupy a stall at the ASAP Pasarabo Center
and Rest Area in Bitalag where they can already display and sell their products.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudinian OFWs join in the celebration of OFW day</b></font><br>
<br>
14 Tagudinian OFW's accompanied by LGU-Tourism Coordinator Mark Louie Fajardo
attended the one-day celebration of OWWA's "Araw Ng Pasasalamat Para Sa Bagong
Bayani" for OFWs in Region I last June 7, 2008 at San Fernando City, La Union.<br>
<br>
This celebration was composed of different activities: parade, streetdancing and
a program held at the St. Louis College Gym. The main event of the program was
the oathtaking of all OFW officers in the provincial and regional level by the
Acting City Mayor of San Fernando, La Union, Hon. Pancracio Nisce.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Mayor Jun journeys to the schools for the 2nd round</b></font><br>
<br>
<br>
"Welcome Back" streamers greeted all pupils and students in the 28 schools as
they entered for the 1st day of classes, June 10, 2008. This is part of the
present administration's Flagship Program on "Education for all" dubbed as the
"Journey to the 28 Schools", where all schools within Tagudin are visited and
consulted as to their priority programs and concerns.<br>
<br>
Mayor Jun, together with Vice Mayor Lorenzana and members of the Municipal
Council, started this "Journey . . ." on the first day of classes by joining in
their Flag Ceremony. Both the Mayor and Vice-Mayor gave inspirational messages
to the pupils and students stressing on the importance of education. They
likewise gave symbolic gifts of pencils and sharpeners to every learner - the
pencil symbolizing retention of whatever is learned and the sharpener for the
"sharpening of the brain".<br>
<br>
To date(June 11, 2008), four(4) schools have already been visited - Tagudin
National High School, Borono-Tampugo Elementary School, Becques Community School
and Libtong Community School. The other 24 schools will be visited next
following the schedule below:<br>
<br>
June 13, 2008 - Bitalag Elementary School and Baracbac Community School<br>
June 16, 2008 - ISPSC, AIRTOP and TISTF<br>
June 17, 2008 - Las-ud Elementary School and Garitan Community School<br>
June 18, 2008 - Pudoc East Elementary School, Pudoc West Integrated School and
Pacac Primary School<br>
June 19, 2008 - Ag-aguman Elementary School, Ambalayat Elementary School and
Cabulanglangan Primary School<br>
June 20, 2008 - San Pedro Community School, Bimmanga Community School and
Tallaoen Primary School<br>
June 23, 2008 - Saint Augustine's School, UCCP and 7th Day Multi-Grade School<br>
June 24, 2008 - Pallogan Elementary School, Bio Elementary School and San Miguel
Primary School<br>
June 25, 2008 - Cabugbugan Community School and Tagudin Central School<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>SK leads "Back-to-School" </b></font><br>
<br>
The Sangguniang Kabataan Officials of Tagudin's 43 Barangays headed by its
Federated President Emerlyn Bayuga, conducted a "Back-to-School" Program for
indigent elementary pupils and high school students in the municipality, last
June 3, 2008 at the Municipal Auditorium.<br>
<br>
A series of games were likewise conducted which really brought joy to all the
pupils and students. In the said activity, Mayor Jun and SBM Arvin participated.
<br>
<br>
Gifts of love for the new school year were given to all the 43 pupils and
students - notebooks, pad papers, ballpens and pencils. <br>
<br>
This activity is in line with the Flagship Program on "Education for All".<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>LGU strengthens anti-rabies campaign</b><br>
</font><br>
The Local Government Unit of Tagudin, thru its Municipal Health Office headed by
Dr. Aly John Lopez, endorsed to PNP-Tagudin two(2) pieces of dog snares as part
of the Anti-Rabies Program of the Municipality.<br>
<br>
Said dog snares were endorsed last June 2, 2008.<br>
<br>
This anti-rabies program aims to safeguard the welfare of the community and to
implement the Municipal Ordinance on Astray Animals. <br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Mayor Jun continues his journey in Las-ud<br>
</b></font><br>
Mayor Jun, on May 28, 2008 visited barangay Las-ud as continuation of his
"Journey to the 43 Barangays" for 2007-2010. Barangay officials and residents
aired all issues and concerns in their barangay, where the Mayor immediately
addressed them. <br>
<br>
This said "Journey" was held simultaneous with the ribbon-cutting of the new
Multi-Purpose Hall of the said barangay led by Mayor Jun, SBM Pagaduan(former
Barangay Captain of Las-ud) and Brgy. Capt. Felisidro Lagria.}<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudin gets nebulizer from Tan Yan Kee </b></font><br>
<br>
Tan Yee Kee Foundation, Inc., in Makati City, as part of its Project Asthma :
Nebulizer Distribution Program, donated one(1) unit Nebulizer to the Rural
Health Unit of Tagudin. Said nebulizer was handed over by Mr. P.O. Domingo,
Executive Director of Tan Yan Kee and was received by Municipal Health Officer
Dr. Aly John Lopez and RHU Personnel.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>50 streetlights switched on</b></font><br>
<br>
Fifty (50) streetlights along the National Highway from San Miguel to Las-ud
were lighted, April 26, 2008 at 6 pm. Said lightong ceremony was headed by
Manicipal Mayor Roque S. Verzosa, Jr., Vice Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana, Members of
the Municipal Council, LGU Chiefs of Offices and employees, Barangay Captains,
Tagudin Police PNP and constituents.<br>
<br>
The said fifty streetlights is the 1st part of the 200 – streetlight project of
the municipality along the National Highway from Bio to Becques.<br>
<br>
The ceremonial ribbon – cutting was led by both Mayor Jun and Vice Mayor
Lorenzana.<br>
<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Barangay officials attend BOMB seminar</b></font><br>
<br>
The seminar/workshop on the Budget Operations Manual for Barangays (BOMB) was
conducted to prepare Barangay Officials composed of Barangay Captains,
Sangguniang Barangay-Chairman on Appropriations, Barangay Secretaries, Barangay
Treasurers and Barangay Record Keepers from the 43 barangays in the municipality
to operationalize and implement pertinent provisions of the Local Government
Code of 1991 otherwise known as R.A. 7160 on Barangay Budgeting. This was held
at the Tagudin District Conference Hall, Tagudin Central School, Tagudin, Ilocos
Sur in two(2) batches - the 1st batch attended by 22 barangays was held last
March 31-April 3, 2008 and the 2nd batch was attended by 21 barangays last April
8-11, 2008.<br>
<br>
There were 2 major parts of the workshop: the 1st focused on Barangay
Development Planning facilitated by Mr. Leopoldo Lacasandile, Municipal Planning
and Development Coordinator, which lasted for 2 days with the following outputs:<br>
1. Practical Vision for the Barangay<br>
2. Strategic directions on how to realize the vision<br>
3. Medium-term investment development program for the barangay<br>
4. Priorities for the budget year including their target output and performance
indications.<br>
<br>
The 2nd part was focused on Barangay Budget Process facilitated by Ms. Fevie
Lardizabal, Municipal Budget Officer, which was also conducted for 2 days:<br>
1. Preparation of Certified Statements of Income<br>
2. Preparation of Actual Income and Expenditure for Past Year<br>
3. Preparation of Actual and Estimated Income and Expenditure for the Current
Year<br>
4. Preparation of Income and Expenditure Estimates for Budget Year<br>
5. Preparation of Actual and estimated Output<br>
6. Preparation of Barangay Expenditure Program]<br>
7. Preparation of Barangay Appropriation Bill<br>
8. Preparation of Simplified Allotment Release Order<br>
9. Preparation of Cash Program<br>
10. Preparation of Performance Targets<br>
11. Preparation of Report of Actual Income<br>
12. Preparation of Quarterly Report of Financial Operation<br>
13. Preparation of Quarterly Report of Operation<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Paul Bayuga grants boys' summer ritual in Dardarat</b></font><br>
<br>
Balikbayan from Sta. Cruz, California Mr. Leopoldo Bayuga sponsored "Free
Operation Tule" dubbed as "Agpatule a Taga-Dardarat, Sagut Aggapu ken Poldo", in
his own barangay in Dardarat last April 25, 2008. This is in coordination with
the Office of the Mayor, Municipal Health Office and Barangay Officials and
Health Workers of Dardarat.<br>
<br>
Mr. Poldo Bayuga, who himself is a Registered Nurse helped in the circumcision
process.<br>
<br>
Prior to the circumcision was the skin testing of all patients to be circumcised
and messages from both Brgy. Baptain Rolando Lardizabal and Mr. Leopoldo "Poldo"
Bayuga.<br>
<br>
Thirty(30) patients were circumcised during the said operation.<br>
<br>
To Mr. Leopoldo "Poldo" Bayuga, who promised to make this a regular
activity everytime he comes home, agyaman kami unay ti sagut mo nga ayat! <br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>PWD officers take oath</b></font><br>
<br>
The newly-elected officers of the Persons with Disabilities took their oath with
Mayor Jun last April 10, 2008.<br>
<br>
Below is the list of the officers:<br>
<br>
President - George Quimado<br>
Vice President - Renato Manzano<br>
Secretary - Philip Balala<br>
Treasurer - Ireneo Alberto<br>
Auditor - Polly Lastimoza<br>
Coordinators:<br>
- Venacio Lacasandile<br>
- Samuel Lacaste<br>
- Rodolfo Lanuza<br>
- Jose Lucero<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>MCGC conducts final assessment</b></font><br>
<br>
The final assessment/evaluation for the "2008 Search for the Cleanest and
Greenest Municipality" was made by the Municipal Clean and Green Committee(MCGC)
last March 25-28, 2008 and April 1-4, 2008.<br>
<br>
All of the 43 barangays and 28 schools were assessed based on the criteria set
forth by the Regional Development Council and the MCGC.<br>
<br>
Winners for this Search will be awarded during the upcoming 4th Tikanlu
Festival, Tagudin Town Fiesta 2008.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudin wins regional award for "Best Practices" and
2nd runner-up for "Best performing LGU"</b></font><br>
<br>
The Municipality of Tagudin was decleared as CHAMPION for "Best Practices" for
its entry "ASAP TAGUDIN" and 2nd Runner-up as "Best Performing LGU" in the
recently concluded 2007-2008 RDC-DILG Performance Awards last March 24, 2008 at
the Cabugao Resort, Cabugao, Ilocos Sur.<br>
<br>
"ASAP TAGUDIN" is the total municipal development program of the Municipal
Government of Tagudin and is also its advocacy call for greater people
participation in local governance. The total municipal development approach is
being forefronted by different programs addressing the various socio-economic,
cultural and sustainability concerns of the people of Tagudin. <br>
<br>
Mayor Jun and Vice Mayor Lorenzana received the awards sponsored by the Regional
Development Council(RDC) and the Department of Interior and Local Government,
Regional Office I.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudinian farmers meet with Mayor Jun</b></font><br>
<br>
One hundred nine(109) farmers gathered at the Municipal Auditorium last March
28, 2008 to have a dialogue/meeting with Mayor Jun. <br>
<br>
This meeting was a result of Mayor Jun's "Journey to the 43 Barangays", where in
Cabugbugan, Mr. Federico Villanueva requested that Tagudinian Farmers meet with
Mayor JUn so that they could air their concerns regarding farming.<br>
<br>
As result of this dialogue and as per request of the farmers for LGU assistance,
Mayor Jun added PhP 290,000 as subsidy for hybrid rice to be shared among the 39
farming barangays of Tagudin.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>49 studes qualify for SPES</b></font><br>
<br>
49 Tagudinian students with ages 15-22 years old had their briefing with LGU
Admin. Officer Jocelyn Lamadrid last April 8, 2008 at the Municipal Hall for the
Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES). They will be having their
summer job at LGU-Tagudin, where they will be assigned to the different offices
to have their first-hand experience on office work.<br>
<br>
This is a joint project of LGU-Tagudin and the Department of Labor and
Employment, Ilocos Sur.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>526 kids graduate in Day Care</b></font><br>
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Five hundred twenty six (526) pupils from the 34 Day Care Centers in the town
graduated last March 14, 2008 at the Municipal Auditorium.<br>
<br>
From each of the 34 Day Care Centers, one Day Care Pupil was selected and
awarded as the "Most Active" pupil.<br>
<br>
This said graduation ceremonies was graced by the presence of Mayor Jun as the
Keynote Speaker.<br>
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<b><font color="#0000FF">Tagudin, Top 5 Regional Finalists for "Best Practices"</font></b><br>
<br>
The Local Government Unit of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur was evaluated/assessed by the
Regional Development Council last March 5, 2008, as it is one among the "Top 5
Regional Finalists" for the "Search for Best Practices Award".<br>
<br>
Tagudin, with its Best Practice entry dubbed as "ASAP TAGUDIN", according to the
said evaluating team ranked 1st in the initial evaluation for the Regional
level, besting the other 19 cities/municipalities in the region who submitted
their entries.<br>
<br>
Results for this validation/assessment will be known in a week according to the
validating team composed of representatives from the National Economic and
Development Authority - Ms. mary Jane Cacanindin, Civil Service Commission - Ms.
Marichu Cuison, DENR-FMS, R1 - Mr. Jimmy M. Manes, DILG RO1 - Ms. Lily Ann
Colisao, and Regional Association of Non-Government Organizations - Mr. Mario
Zamoranos.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudin adjudged as "Best Performing LGU" in Ilocos Sur</b></font><br>
<br>
Last March 3, 2008, Tagudin was evaluated by the Regional Development Council (RDC),
as Tagudin is a Regional Entry for the "Best Performing LGU" being the
Provincial Winner in Ilocos Sur.<br>
<br>
This validation/evaluation is based from the Local Government Performance
Evaluation System(LGPMS). <br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudinian national Kalasag awardee get prov'l honors</b></font><br>
<br>
Mr. Romeo Lanuza of Brgy. Tarangotong, National and Regional Kalasag Awardee for
Heroic Deed, again received recognition from the Provincial Government of Ilocos
Sur during the "Ylocos Festival" last February 3, 2008.<br>
<br>
The awarding of the plaque, dubbed as Father Burgos Award, the highest to be
given in the Province of Ilocos Sur was made during the Flag Raising Ceremony at
the Municipal Hall of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur. Mr. Lanuza's plaque was handed over
by Mayor Jun, Vice Mayor Lorenzana and the members of the Municipal Council.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Adhoc committee inspects Bitalag</b></font><br>
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The Ad Hoc Committee on Bitalag Agro-Industrial Zone Development of Tagudin,
created via Special Order, s2008, conducted an ocular inspection last February
21, 2008 to identify, study, recommend, research and make recommendations for
the development/improvement of ASAP Tagudin Pasarabo Center and Rest Rest Area (Bitalag
Satellite Market).<br>
<br>
The Committee is composed of the following:<br>
<br>
Chairman - Mayor Roque S. Verzosa, Jr.<br>
Vice-Chairman - Mun. Budget Officer, Ms. Febie Lardizabal<br>
Members:<br>
1. Ms. Jocelyn Lamadrid - Administrative Officer IV<br>
2. Dr. Florante Vizcarra - Dean, ISPSC, Tagudin Campus<br>
3. Engr. Vicente Guis-it - Zoning Officer<br>
4. Engr. Antonio Villanueva, Jr. - Engineering Assistant<br>
5. Ms. Claudine B. Valdez - Information Officer II<br>
6. Mr. Felipe Pascua - Agricultural Technologist<br>
<br>
Initial findings and recommendations made by the group will be presented for
further evaluation and assessment.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>LGU-Tagudin honors "Top Taxpayers" and Ylocos Festival
Winners<br>
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The Local Government Unit of Tagudin, recognized its "Top Taxpayers" and Ylocos
Festival Winners, last February 18, 2008, during its Flag Raising Ceremonies.<br>
<br>
Following are the "Top Taxpayers" and Ylocos Festival winners:<br>
<br>
"TOP TAXPAYERS" Awardees:<br>
<br>
A. FIRST FIVE(5) BUSINESS TAXPAYERS<br>
1. Cynthia Lamadrid<br>
2. Pacencia Gascon<br>
3. Cris Dolo<br>
4. Feliciano Aguilan<br>
5. Jun Aguilan<br>
<br>
B. FIRST FIVE(5) TRICYCLE OPERATORS<br>
1. Yolanda Larioza<br>
2. Nedie Lanuza<br>
3. Romeo Ingoy<br>
4. Florentino Javier<br>
5. Jerry Leal<br>
<br>
C. FIRST FIVE(5) WHO MADE THEIR BUSINESS PERMIT RENEWAL<br>
1. Jennifer Llanes<br>
2. Jackeline Carter<br>
3. Joseph Jimeno<br>
4. Georgina Gallego<br>
5. Cynthia Lamadrid<br>
<br>
D. TOP FIVE(5) BIGGEST TAX PAYERS AS OF JANUARY 21, 2008<br>
1. Zenaida Fernandez<br>
2. Robert Tiu<br>
3. PHI 1.618 Builders, Inc.<br>
4. Rural Bank of Tagudin<br>
5. Filomena Lacasandile<br>
<br>
YLOCOS FESTIVAL - KANNWIDAN 2008 WINNERS:<br>
<br>
Top Seller Award <br>
1st Exhibitor to Set-Up Booth<br>
Best Booth - 3rd Place<br>
<br>
Pinaka PAPAYA - 1st Place - Narcisa Leal of Brgy. Baritao<br>
Pinaka UPO(long) - 1st Place - Thelma Habab of Brgy. Farola<br>
Pinaka YELLOW CORN - 1st Place - Wade Lobendino of Brgy. Ambalayat<br>
Pinaka AMPALAYA - 2nd Place - Valentina Alberto of Brgy. Las-ud<br>
Pinaka CALAMANSI - 2nd Place - Erlinda Valdez of Brgy. Pacac<br>
Pinaka JACKFRUIT - 2nd Place - Edward Garcia of Brgy. Cabugbugan<br>
Pinaka KARABASA - 2nd Place - Perlita Andaya of Brgy. Ranget<br>
Pinaka SALAMAGUI - 2nd Place - Mely Latorre of Brgy. Ranget<br>
Pinaka SINGKAMAS - 3rd Place - Adelina Quemi of Brgy. Baritao<br>
Pinaka UBE - 3rd Place - Luzviminda Labayne of Brgy. Pallogan<br>
Pinaka WHITE ONION - Special Award - Amante Calibuso of Brgy. Borono<br>
Pinaka RED ONION - Special Award - Wade Lobendino of Brgy. Ambalayat<br>
Pinaka TUGI - Special Award - Veronica Delarma of Brgy. Ranget<br>
<br>
All awardees had a diiner especially prepared for them with Mayor Jun at his
residence in Bucao East, that same date.<br>
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<b><font color="#0000FF">Tagudin bags "Best Performing LGU" award</font></b><br>
<br>
The municipality of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, has once again dawned its unprecedented
development and success as it garnered the "Best Performing LGU" Award in the
entire province of Ilocos Sur, for the year 2006. This was informed by the
Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Provincial Office through it
LGLA Coordinator Mr. Federico Bitonio.<br>
<br>
This award relayed by the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG),
Provincial Office thru its LGLA Coordinator, Mr. Federico Bitonio last January
2008 and was also announces by the Provincial Assessment Team for the "Search
for the Cleanest and Greenest Municipality for 2007" thru Ms. Cherry Pestaño,
during the validation of Tagudin this January 31, 2008, stating that this
municipality is considered among the "Top 3" Cleanest and Greenest
Municipalities in the Province.<br>
<br>
The "Best Performing LGU Award" is proof of Tagudin's decisive, effective and
efficient performance in its participative governance and administration as
measured by indices set by the evaluating team and the litany of Awards and
citations to its credit.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>LGU-Tagudin shares the spirit of love</b></font><br>
<br>
Officials and employees celebrated the month of love last February 15, 2008 with
a simple yet meaningful program, with the theme: "Share love and be loved".<br>
<br>
This said program was made more exciting with the "Search for My Valentine" and
"Knowing Me, Knowing You" games, acknowledgement and gift-giving of all birthday
celebrants from January to March, Raffle Draws and the sumptuous snack shared by
everybody. <br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>SAS kids stage 'Arrival of the ICM Sisters'<br>
</b></font><br>
On January 28, 2008, Saint Augustine’s School in coordination with the LGU
Tagudin relived the arrival of the four (4) ICM Sisters at Barangay Farola,
Tagudin, Ilocos Sur.<br>
<br>
The alumni pilgrims from St. Theresa’s College Quezon City came to Tagudin to
witness this momentous event.<br>
<br>
From Barangay Farola, the re-enactment continued until Saint Augustine Parish
Church then to Saint Augustine’s School gymnasium for the portrayal of the ICM
Sisters’ life here in Tagudin.<br>
<br>
The highlight of the portrayal is the drowning of the two (2) sisters at
Barangay Pallogan where the re-enactors and audience manifested the agony and
dismay for the death of Sister Maria Vincent and Sister Adeltrude, who, despite
this mishap, persevered to change the people’s way of living thru Christianity
and education.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>TNHS hosts 5th division training</b></font><br>
<br>
Tagudin National High School again hosted the 5th Division Leadership Tarining
for Student Government Officers last January 29-31, 2008.<br>
<br>
Part of its 3-day activity is the "Lakbay Aral" to the different landmarks of
Tagudin, a courtesy call to Mayor Jun and a briefing of the profile of the town.<br>
<br>
The Municipal Adhoc Committee on Tourism served as "tourist guides" and
lecturers to all delegates as they went around the historical and cultural
landmarks of the town.<br>
<br>
Mayor Jun also hosted in his residence at Bucao East a "merienda siena", where
the delegates expressed their gratitude to LGU Tagudin for their assistance and
support, through a program. <br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Prov'l. Clean & Green team evaluates Tagudin</b></font><br>
<br>
The Provincial Validating Team for the "Search for the Cleanest and Greenest
Municipality of Ilocos Sur" came to Tagudin last January 31, 2008 to validate
and assess the town. According to the team, Tagudin belongs to the "Top 3
Cleanest and Greenest Municipalities" in the Province as per rating in the Self
Rater Form.<br>
<br>
In this said assessment, Tagudin's rating was validated based on different
criteria : General and Physical Cleanliness, Support Systems, Public Safety,
etc.<br>
<br>
The Municipal Committee on Clean Green accompanied the Provincial Assessment
Team as they visited the town - Municipal Hall, Municipal Plaza, significant
landmarks and public places, schools, Tagudin Controlled Dumpsite, Tree Parks,
etc.<br>
<br>
In the exit conference conducted after the visitation/ocular inspection, the
Provincial Team gave their initial comment on the town - that it is generally
clean with proper solid waste management practices and support systems and a
very peaceful municipality. It was further suggested that segregation at source
and education campaignsbe more intensified.<br>
<br>
Also, during the said assessment, the Provincial evaluating team congratulated
Tagudin and Mayor Jun for winning the "Best performing LGU Award" - a proof of
Tagudin's continuing quest for success and development. <br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Tagudin bags 17 awards in the "Ylocos Festival"</b></font><br>
<br>
The municipality of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur bagged seventeen(17) awards in the
recently-concluded " Ylocos Festival - Pammadayaw ken Panangbigbig" held in
Vigan City from January 31-February 3, 2008.<br>
<br>
Following were the awards/recognition received by Tagudin through Vice-Mayor
Rogelio A. Lorenzana and SBM Rodolfo Leal, during the Awards and Recognition
Program held at the Provincial Capitol last February 3, 2008:<br>
<br>
RECOGNITION <br>
- Gawad Kalasag Award - Disaster Response Hero for Heroic Deeds - Mr. Romeo
Lanuza of Tarangotong, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur<br>
<br>
TRADE FAIR<br>
- 1st Exhibitor to Set-up Booth<br>
- Top Seller Award<br>
- Best Booth - 3rd Place<br>
<br>
"PINAKA" AWARDS (Biggest/Heaviest/Longest Agricultural Produce)<br>
-Papaya - 1st place<br>
-Corn - 1st place<br>
-Upo - 1st place<br>
-Jackfruit- 2nd place<br>
-Kalabasa/squash - 2nd place<br>
-Salamagui/Tamarind - 2nd place<br>
-Kalamansi - 2nd place<br>
-Ampalaya - 2nd place<br>
-Ube - 3rd place<br>
-Singkamas - 3rd place<br>
-Sibuyas(white) - special award<br>
-Sibuyas(red) - special award<br>
-Tugi-special award<br>
<br>
Certificates of Recognition and cash were received by the LGU for the
above-stated awards.<br>
<br>
LGU-Tagudin through the "Proudly Tagudin-Made" Flagship Program in coordination
with ASAP Tagudin Samahan ng Magkakalamansi Development Cooperative (AT-SMDC)
attended said festival.<br>
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<b><font color="#0000FF">LGU-Tagudin buys new genset </font></b><br>
<br>
The Local Government Unit of Tagudin purchased one(1) unit 82.5KVA/66KW brand
new Perkins Genset Model 1004TG Diesel Engine With Stamford Alternator 3-Phase
220V, 1800 rpm and 60H2, for its use. <br>
<br>
Said Genset was purchased through Public Bidding and was delivered, inspected
and tested last January 16, 2008, by the Bids and Awards Committee's (BAC)
Technical Working Group.<br>
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<b><font color="#0000FF">BSP build camps at 27th Provincial Jambo in Tagudin</font></b><br>
<br>
The 27th Provincial Jamborette was held in Tagudin from January 10-13, 2008 with
the theme : "Isang Mundo, Isang Pangako".<br>
<br>
Said Jamborette was hosted by DepEd Tagudin in coordination with the Local
Government Unit of Tagudin. It was held at Camp Roque S. Verzosa, Jr. in
barangays Bucao East, Bio and Bucao West.<br>
<br>
This 3-day affair showcased various activities such as the Kawan Field Day,
Royal Kawan Investiture, Grand Coronation Rites, Grand Campfire, Skills
Competition and other activities demonstrating the Boy Scouts' adage of being "Laging
Handa". Governor DV Savellano graced this affair during the Skills Competition
Day.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>ABS-CBN features Tagudin</b></font><br>
<br>
ABS-CBN Channel 2, came to Tagudin, January 12-13, 2008 to feature the town in
its program: "NC Atin'to!", shown every Saturday from 10am to 11:30 am.<br>
<br>
Said feature included the town's historical, tourist, cultural landmarks and
significant places. Below is the itinerary of the said two-day coverage:<br>
<br>
January 12, 2008<br>
1. Ambalayat Picnic Groove in Sitio Luboc where "Panagburak ti Rama" and Bamboo
Rafting was featured, including its Footbridge<br>
2. Pallogan Drowning Site of ICM Sisters<br>
3. Sitio Alog where the traditional "Panagdapil" was featured for vinegar and
basi-making<br>
4. Tagudin Controlled Dumpsite<br>
5. Sweet Tamarind of Cabulanglangan<br>
6. "Panagabel" in Ag-aguman<br>
7. Grand Campfire coverage in Buaco East, as Tagudin is the host for the 27th
Provincial BSP Jamborette from January 10-13, 2008<br>
<br>
January 13, 2008<br>
1. "Kankanen" cooking (tupig and special bibingka) in Bio<br>
2. Doña Alicia Syquia-Quirino Bridge in Bio<br>
3. Sundial<br>
4. Municipal Hall<br>
5. Saint Augustine's Church and Belfry<br>
6. Saint Augustine's School<br>
7. Town Plaza<br>
8. Interview and visit at Mr. Antonio Villanueva's Residence in Lacong.(Mr.
Villanueva is Tagudin's National Gawad Saka Awardee)<br>
9. ASAP Tagudin Pasarabo Center and Rest Area, Bitalag<br>
10. ASAP Tagudin Samahan ng Magkakalamansi Processing Center in Bio, as
Calamansi is the One Town, One Product(OTOP) of Tagudin<br>
11. Sevilla Woodcraft in Bimmanga<br>
12. Farola Lighthouse<br>
13. Lodging Houses and Apartelles in Tagudin<br>
14. Interview with Mayor Jun<br>
<br>
The Committee on Tourism accompanied the group during the entirety of the said
coverage.<br>
<br>
"NC Atin 'to" hosts Kiko, Andrea, Analyn and Ara, together the Executive
Producer Dianne Ofilas, Segment Producer Franz Soliman and the show's cameramen
and crew, Charlie, Sonny, Dennis and Loreto all came to Tagudin.<br>
<br>
This will be shown on the said channel on January 26, 2008 at 10:00 a.m.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Quirino cagers dunk December League tourney</b></font><br>
<br>
The SK sponsored annual "December League" Basketball Tournament held its games
from December 23, 2007 to January 6, 2008, where Barangay Quirino emerged as the
Champions.<br>
<br>
Following are the participants and winners in the said tournament:<br>
<br>
Barangay Team<br>
<br>
1. Rizal Truthful<br>
2. Cabaroan Obedience<br>
3. San Miguel Courteousness<br>
4. Lubnac Gratefulness<br>
5. Tampugo Religious<br>
6.Las-ud Creativeness<br>
7. Garitan Attentiveness<br>
8. Dacutan God-Fearing<br>
9. Cabulanglangan Diligence<br>
10. Lacong Courageous<br>
11. Baracbac Punctuality<br>
12. Becques Gentleness<br>
13. Libtong Thoughtfulness<br>
14. Bucao West Kindness<br>
15. Jardin Happiness<br>
16. Baritao Activeness<br>
17. Ranget Discipline<br>
18. Borono Generousity<br>
19. Bimmanga Peace<br>
20. Magsaysay Righteousness<br>
21. Farola Sincerity<br>
22. Tallaoen Humanity<br>
23. Sawat Thriftiness<br>
24. Bio Barvery<br>
25. Pudoc West Justice<br>
26. Salvacion Love<br>
27. Quirino Respect<br>
28. Bitalag Friendliness<br>
29. Dardarat Honesty<br>
30. Malacañang Optimist<br>
<br>
WINNERS:<br>
<br>
Champion : Quirino, coach-Mr. Victor Lagrana<br>
1st Runner-up : Dardarat, coach-Mr. Totshe Valbuena<br>
2nd Runner-up : Farola, coach-Mr. Ramonsito Bayuga<br>
3rd Runner-up : Bio, coach: Mr. Frolendo Leal<br>
<br>
Simultaneous with the December League is the volleyball Tournament participated
by the following barangays:<br>
<br>
Barangay Team<br>
<br>
1. Pudoc West Justice<br>
2. Ag-aguman Orderliness<br>
3. Dacutan God-Fearing<br>
4. Sawat Thriftiness<br>
5. Bucao West Nature-Lover<br>
6. Gabur Humility<br>
7. Tarangotong Responsibility<br>
<br>
WINNERS:<br>
<br>
Champion: Ag-aguman<br>
1st Runner-up : Bucao East<br>
2nd Runner-up : Dacutan<br>
3rd Runner-up : Tarangotong<br>
Consolation: Pudoc West<br>
<br>
<br>
Sangguniang Kabataan Federated President Emerlyn Bayuga, together with the other
SK Officers and Chairpersons in coordination with LGU Tagudin and Tagudin
Federated Association of Referees.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>ILOG seminar held in Tagudin</b></font><br>
<br>
Last December 27, 2007, the seminar/workshop on Computer Application under the
LGUIP-LGU Information Portal Project of the Province of Ilocos Sur known as the
Improved Local Operation thru E-Governance (ILOG) was conducted in Tagudin by
the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Provincial Office.<br>
<br>
Said hands-on training is designed to help the LGU's enhance their capability to
be able to satisfy the requirements of decentralization and local autonomy
through the adoption of Information Technology, which is a practical approach to
data/information management in support to decision-making, problem solving and
seeking opportunities with the ultimate goal of effective service delivery.<br>
<br>
This was participated by representatives from the Office of the Mayor, Municipal
Planning and Development Coordinator, Sangguniang Bayan and Office of the
Municipal Treasury.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>Kalamansi Processing Center opens</b></font><br>
<br>
The ASAP-Tagudin Samahan ng Magkakalamansi Development Cooperative (AT-SMDC)
formally opened its Processing Plant for the making of Calamansi Concentrate and
Ready-to-drink at the ASAP Tagudin Pasarabo Center and Rest Area in Bitalag,
Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, last December 19, 2007.<br>
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Simultaneous with its opening is the blessing and ribbon-cutting of said center
and the turnover of PhP 50,000 worth of tools/equipment from the Department of
Trade and Industry. These tools/equipment were handed over to Mayor Jun and AT-SMDC's
President Ms. Jennifer V. Llanes by DTI Provincial Director Grace R. Lapastora.
Mayor Jun and Dir. Lapastora led in the ceremonnial ribbon-cutting, while Pastor
Henry Pasion did the blessing for the Processing Center.<br>
<br>
Sangguniang Bayan members, Hon. Elisa Bunoan, Hon. Maria Theresa Laranang and
Hon. Fatima Pagaduan graced this event. Also, Tagudinians Association of Canada
President Mr. Gerardo Leal and wife Ms. Norma Leal, who expressed their support
for this product, Barangay Captains of Tagudin and the LGU Heads of Offices and
some employees attended this affair.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>LGU-Tagudin buys total station for Assessor's Office</b></font><br>
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The Local Government Unit of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur purchased a unit of a Total
Station, DTM 332 Nikon, for the use of the Office of the Municipal Assessor.<br>
<br>
This equipment offers superior overall convenience and ease of use, the model
having a large graphic LCD, ergonomic keyboard and improved software. It also
comes with a remarkable long battery life, waterproof construction and
intelligent coding system. <br>
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It do the following:<br>
<br>
1. Establish a complete inventory of all real properties;<br>
2. Identify unknown properties with tax declaration in the Cadastral Survey;<br>
3. Verification of land or properties subject to boundary dispute; and<br>
4. Correct erroneous survey.<br>
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<font color="#0000FF"><b>LGU-Tagudin officials, employees attend seminar</b></font><br>
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A 3-day Seminar/Workshop on the Drafting of the town's Market Code and Local
Investment Incentive Code (LIIC) was attended by LGU-Tagudin's officials and its
Local Finance Committee last December 13-15, 2007 at the Coconut Groove Resort
in Bauang, La Union.<br>
<br>
This said Seminar/Workshop was conducted by Mr. Romulo Zipagan from the Bureau
of Local Government Finance (retired) and staff from the said office.<br>
<br>
The Drafting of the Market Code and Local Investment Incentive Code is in
preparation for the town's new market which is presently undergoing construction
and in support to the 12 Flagship Program of the present administration.</td>
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In behalf of the Officers and Members of Tagudinians of Northern California,<br>
we are donating $ 4,000.00, checks enclosed, for the Pudoc School Project.<br>
We look forward to the completion of this project. Mabuhay.<br>
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Sincerely,<br>
Officers and Members of Tagudinians of Northern California<br>
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TAGUDINIANS OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA OFFICERS<br>
2008-2010<br>
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EVANGELINE VALDEZ KELLY<br>
</b>President<b><br>
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MILLIE LEMMI DE WITT<br>
</b>1st Vice President<b><br>
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FELICIANO ANDAYA<br>
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JOYCE BASUEL SARMIENTO<br>
</b>Secretary<b><br>
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ELENA LAGUNILLA IGNACIO<br>
</b>Assistant Secretary<b><br>
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VITA CORTEZ<br>
</b>Treasurer<b><br>
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LINDA DAUZ<br>
</b>Assistant Treasurer<b><br>
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MELY CORPUZ<br>
</b>Auditor<b><br>
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ESTRELLA BAYUGA<br>
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RUDY KELLY<br>
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IMELDA LAPITAN PEA<br>
PRUDING GUEVARRA<br>
JIMMY LEMI<br>
RENE SARMIENTO<br>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/sk.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 21, 2008. Basic Orientation for Sangguniang Kabataan Officials at the
ABC Hall.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/bjmp.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 21, 2008. Mayor Jun visits the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP).</td>
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October 21, 2008. Mayor Jun visits the Municipal Circuit Trial Court (MCTC).</td>
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October 21, 2008. Mayor Jun meets Winston Padrinao, pupil of Tagudin central
school, his little counterpart for the Little Municipality of Tagudin Day.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/little.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 21, 2008. Briefing/Orientation regarding the upcoming Little
Municipality Tagudin Day.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/oath5.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 20, 2008. Oathtaking of Ms. Zenaida Fajardo as Brgy. Captain of Lacong.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/oath4.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 20, 2008. Ms. Rufina Larano takes oath as Agricultural Technician II at
the Municipal Agriculture Office.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/oath3.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 20, 2008. Mr. Chester Quilop takes oath as Meat Inspector I at the
Economic Enterprise Office.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/oath2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 20, 2008. Oathtaking of Ms. Esperanza Las Marias as Brgy. Kagawad of
Magsaysay accompanied by Brgy. Kagawad Ildefonsa Lagrana.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/fishing2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 20, 2008. Giving of Fishing Nets & Supplies to the 11 Coastal Barangays
by the FARMC ( Fishery & Acquatic Resource Management Council) as part of the
Fish Conservation Month and Fisher Folk Month.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/mapping.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 19, 2008. Cultural Mapping on Old Built Heritages and Personalities of
the Municipality initiated by the Tagudin Cultural Mappers.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/hataw2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 15, 2008. Regular Monthly "Hataw Na" of the LGU at the Municipal
Auditorium.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/unp.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 14, 2008. 43rd University of Northern Philippines Foundation Anniversary
Awards Ceremonies for their Employees Service in Government, Diploma of Service
for Retirees, Outstanding UNP Personel of the Year and Dangal ng Manggagawa sa
UNP. This was held at the University of Northern Philipippines (UNP) Auditorium.</td>
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October 8, 2008. Vice Mayor Lorenzana and Mrs. Jocelyn Lamadrid with Mr. Leo
Douglas Cardona, Jr., Md, CSE, Assistant Vice President of the Philippine Health
Insurance Corporation Region I and his company.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/nutrition.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 8, 2008. Regional Nutrition Awarding Ceremony conducted at Brgy. San
Vicente, City of San Fernando, La Union last October 8, 2008.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/begnas2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 8, 2008. 2nd Coordinating Conference of the Local Committee on 1st
BEGNAS Festival presided by Mrs. Jocelyn Lamadrid, as the Local Cultural
Officer.</td>
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October 8, 2008. Ms. Rosemarie Apostol, awardee for the Outstanding Green Banner
Brgy. Nutrition Scholar with Vice Mayor Lorenzana, Mrs. Jocelyn Lamadrid, MNAO
Reginald Millano and the other Barangay Nutrition Scholars.</td>
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October 6, 2008. TAFEBTODA Presidents undergo a Seminar Workshop on
Transformational Leadership held at the ABC Hall. Mrs. Jocelyn Lamadrid,
Administrative Officer IV/ Acting HRMO administered the said seminar, which is
one among the 12 Flagship Program on Transformation Towards a Character
Municipality.</td>
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October 4, 2008. Free Haircut, Make Up and Manicure-Pedicure trainings/demo were
given to the young mothers during the "Mommy, Kayam Dayta" Program.</td>
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October 4, 2008. Mrs. Joy Alquiza-Guevarra, an Elementary Teacher at Las-ud
Elementary School, who had also been a teenage mother, delivers her
inspirational message during the "Mommy Kayam Dayta" Program.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/polvoron.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 4, 2008. ABS CBN's "Mag TV na Atin 'To" features the Making of ASAP
Pulvoron with Malunggay during the "Mommy, Kayam Dayta" Program.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/mommy2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 4, 2008. The AdHoc Committee on "Mommy, Kayam Dayta" with the ABS CBN
Regional Network Group Mag TV na Atin To' Hosts and Staff, together with the
Young Mothers of Tagudin.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/graduation.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 3, 2008. In behalf of Mayor Jun who Chairperson of the Municipal
Cooperative Development Council, the Vice Mayor Lorenzana, SBM Fatima Pagaduan,
Dir. Josefina Bitonio & Teresita Bunoan awarded the Certificates of
Participation to the different cooperative members who attended the 2-day
Orientation Seminar on Cooperatives. Likewise, Certificates of Appreciation and
tokens were also awarded to the Resource Speakers who facilitated the seminar.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/league.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 27, 2008. First Orientation Meeting of the League of Lady Local
Legislators at the ABC Hall with Hon. Grace Singson as the Guest of Honor.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/dmmmsu.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 11, 2008. Mrs. Jocelyn Lamadrid and her classmates at DMMMSU Mid La
Union Campus Graduate Studies conducted Data Gathering regarding Fiscal
Management and Revenue Administration of the LGU. This is in line with their
subject in Government Budgeting and Accounting under Dr. Diosdado B. Bangug.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/intrams.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 3, 2008. A ceremonial toss was made by Vice Mayor Lorenzana during the
Tagudin National High School Intramurals.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/mcpc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 2, 2008. Meeting of the Municipal Council for the Protection of Children
presided by Vice Mayor Lorenzana, regarding the upcoming Children's Month
Celebration. </td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/oath.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 1, 2008. Mr.Eugenio Labastida, Jr. takes oath with Mayor Jun as the new
Brgy. Treasurer of Rizal as witnessed by Brgy. Captain Claude Mina of said
barangay.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/bannawag.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
October 1, 2008. Mr. Eliseo Contillo, a former Bannawag Journalist, now a
freelance writer, visited Mayor Jun for an interview on his most recent award -
CSC 2008 Most Outstanding Public Official/Employee - PAG ASA AWARD, Individual
Category.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/coastal.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 30, 2008. Simultaneous with the Family Day Celebration of the LGU, a
Coastal Clean Up was conducted at the shorelines of Brgy. Becques.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/coopmonth.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 26, 2008. T-shirts of the Municipal Cooperative Development Council to
be used during the parade for the Cooperative Month Celebration.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/meeting2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 26, 2008. Consultative Meeting of Mayor Jun with the Department of
Science and Technology Staff and Calamansi Growers.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/coop.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
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September 26, 2008. First Coordinating Conference on Cooperative Month
Celebration presided by Mrs. Teresita Bunoan, Provincial Cooperative Development
Specialist.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/begnas.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 26, 2008. First Coordinating Conference regarding the upcoming "Begnas
Ylokos Festival", where attendees include: ISPSC and DepED Cultural Teachers,
Brgy. Captains and Tribal Chiefts of Ambalayat, Ag-aguman and Cabulanglangan, SB
Committee Chairman on Culrure and NCIP Coordinator. The meeting was presided by
Mayor Jun.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/pwd.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 25, 2008. The Making of ASAP Stone Cases by the Persons with
Disabilities(PWD) was also featured by Mag TV na Atin 'To! </td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/icecream.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 25, 2008. Mag TV na Atin 'To! of ABS-CBN features Malu (Malunggay) Ice
Cream Making at the Paraiso ti Amburayan in Brgy. Bucao East. It was
demonstrated by Mr. Reginald Millano, Municipal Nutrition Action Officer. </td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/fishing.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 25, 2008. ABS-CBN's "Mag TV na Atin 'To!" features Fishing at Barangay
Bio.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/souvenir.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 25, 2008. Mag TV na Atin To' hosts and staff at the ASAP Souvenir
Shop.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/stones.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 25, 2008. Mag TV na Atin To' Staff interviews Mayor Jun regarding "
Agyaman" Stones.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/values.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 25, 2008. Personnel from the General Service Office undergo Values
Formation Seminar with the theme " Strengthening and Enhancing the Capabilities
of a Public Servants, Raising the Bar of Quality Public Service" held at the ABC
Hall. Mrs. Jocelyn Lamadrid, Administrative Officer IV/ Acting HRMO administered
the said seminar, which is one among the 12 Flagship Program on Transformation
Towards a Character Municipality.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/spes.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 24, 2008. Giving of Checks to the student-beneficiaries of the Special
Program for Employment of Students (SPES) program of the Department of Labor and
Employment by Mrs. Beltran, DOLE Representative and assisted by Office of the
Mayor staff, Miss Feliza Girlie Manzano.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/familyday.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 17, 2008. Garitan Day Care celebrates Family Day with Vice Mayor
Lorenzana as their Guest of Honor and Inducting Officer for the Day Care Parents
Association.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/assessor.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 11, 2008. Mayor Jun with the Personnel from Bureau of Local Government
Finance, Regional Office and Municipal Assessor Severino Villamar for an
Assessment Audit.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/toda.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 16, 2008. Mayor Jun meets the Officers of TAFEBTODA to discuss issues
and concerns of the association.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/vaccine.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 16, 2008. Staff from the Agriculture Office vaccinating animals with
anti-rabies and hemorrhagic septicemia at Brgy. Gabur. Deworming was also done
to farm animals.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/meeting.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 15, 2008. Mrs. Jocelyn Lamadrid with the LGU Employees who attended
the Seminar-Workshop on RA 9470 and Basic Records and Archives Management.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/courtesy.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 15, 2008. Courtesy call and visit of Engr. Glenn Castillo, a
Philippine Inventor and Famous Scientist, and company to Mayor Jun.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/cert.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 15, 2008. Mayor Jun awards a Certificate of Appreciation to Engr.
Glenn Castillo.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/oct08/engr.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 14, 2008. Tagudinians test the effectiveness of the products of the
G'Core Group Inc.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/drugstore.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 9, 2008. A Certificate of Good Standing from the Cooperative
Development Authority (CDA) was given to Tagudin Senior Citizen Drugstore
Cooperative Manager, Ms. Anafe Jimeno by Mrs. Teresita Bunoan, Cooperative
Development Specialist and Mayor Jun.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/coop.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 9, 2008. Meeting of the Municipal Cooperative Development Council
regarding the upcoming celebration of Cooperative Month this October.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/courtesycall.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 9, 2008. Courtesy Call of PI Reneboy Lata to Mayor Jun.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/conference.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 5-7, 2008. Conference Workshop for Elementary and Secondary Teachers
on Culture and Arts Education held at the Dep ED Conference Hall, where Mayor
Jun delivered an inspiring message.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/videoke.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 5, 2008. Meeting of Mayor Jun with "videoke" operators at Brgy.
Bitalag.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/treas.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 4, 2008. Monthly meeting of Barangay Treasurers, where they were
informed of their upcoming 2-day workshop on Annual Investment Plan and Budget
Forms.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/abel.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 4, 2008. Meeting of Tagudinian Abel Weavers with Proudly Tagudin-Made
Program Manager, GSO Ms. Marina Balicoco.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/character.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 3, 2008. Committee on Values Formation Meeting with Mayor Jun
regarding the various "Character Programs" of the LGU.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/moa.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 1, 2008. Memorandum Of Agreement (MOA) signing with League
Municipalities of the Philippines - Municipal Develeopment Center and Canadian
Executive Services Organization for the Installation of Information and
Communication Technology(ICT) for LGU-Tagudin at Hotel Ariana, Bauang, La Union.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/biometrics.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 04, 2008. LGU Officials and Employees takes their daily time record
with the new biometrics system.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/pwd.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 3, 2008. Meeting of Mayor Jun with Persons with Disabilities (PWD).</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/mcpc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 3, 2008. Mayor Jun in a meeting with the Municipal Council for the
Protection of Children regarding the upcoming celebration of Children's Month
this October.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/oath.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 2, 2008. Ms.Josephine Lucero takes oath as Record Keeper at Brgy.
Garitan, accompanied by Brgy. Captain Eduardo Somera of Gabur and Brgy. Captain
of Ranget Quirino Lascota.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/emergency.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
September 1, 2008. Mayor Jun meets the Chiefs of Offices of LGU-Tagudin for a
meeting.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/sc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 30, 2008. The Association of Senior Citizens visited the Paraiso ti
Amburayan, Local Chief Executive's Residence. They were entertained by Mayor
Jun.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/nutrition.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 29, 2008. Simultaneous with " Buwan ng Wika" Celebration at Garitan
Elementary School, was the conducted of Supplemental Feeding in line with the
Nutrition Month Celebration last August.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/mpoc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 29, 2008. Meeting of the Municipal Peace and Order Council with Mayor
Jun.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/wika.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 29, 2008. Garitan Elementary School celebrates "Buwan ng Wika". Part of
the celebration was the Induction of PTCA Officers with Mayor Jun as the
Inducting Officer.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/assessor.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 29, 2008. Meeting of Mayor Jun with the Municipal Assessor and his staff
together with SBM Nelson Cuaresma and Major Romualdo Gapasin, Sr.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/pudocwest.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 26, 2008. Acting Municipal Agriculturist Leopoldo Lacasandile and staff
together with officials of Pudoc West went on Coconut Planting along their sea
shore.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/learning.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 26, 2008. Completion Program of the Alternative Learning System at Brgy.
Pudoc East graced by Administrative Officer Jocelyn Lamadrid.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/abc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 26, 2008. Meeting of the Solid Waste Management Board.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/special.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 21, 2008. Special Meeting of the Municipal Assessor and its staff with
Major Romualdo Gapasin, Sr. and SBM Nelson Cuaresma regarding the acquisition of
Real Property Tax Assessment (RPTA) software to uplift the standard and quality
of records management at their office.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/ranget.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 20, 2008. Ocular Inspection at Brgy. Ranget by the Municipal Disaster
Coordinating Council during the typhoon "karen"</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/libtong.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 20, 2008.Ocular Inspection at Brgy. Libtong by the Municipal Disaster
Coordinating Council during the typhoon "karen".</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/lasud.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 20, 2008. Taliawen Bridge during the typhoon "karen".</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/jardin.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 20, 2008. Ocular Inspection at Brgy. Jardin by the Municipal Disaster
Coordinating Council during the typhoon "karen".</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/dacutan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 20, 2008. Flooded Areas at Brgy. Dacutan during the typhoon "karen".</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/bitalag.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 20, 2008. Flooded Areas at Brgy. Bitalag, specifically at the Bitalag
Satellite Market during the typhoon "karen".</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/bio.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 20, 2008. View of the Bio Bridge during the typhon "karen".</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/becques.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 20, 2008. Ocular Inspection at Brgy. Becques by the Municipal Disaster
Coordinating Council during the typhoon "karen".</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/mcdc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 19, 2008. Municipal Cooperative Development Council Meeting regarding the
seminar to be undertaken for the Cooperative and for the Celebration of the
Cooperative Month (October 1-31, 2008).</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/polvoron.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 19, 2008. MNAO Reginald Millano and Barangay Nutrition Scholars prepares
ASAP Pulvoron with dried malunggay leaves as a main ingridient.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/adhoc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 19, 2008. Ad Hoc Committee on " Mommy Kayam Dayta" Meeting presided by
SBM Ma. Theresa Laranang regarding the Action Plan for the "Mommy,Kayam Dayta"
Program of MagTV na Atin To of ABS-CBN. It was also the "testing-tasting" of the
ASAP Pulvoron by the committee.</td>
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<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/teachers.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 15, 2008. Garitan teachers visited and congratulated Mayor Jun for
winning in the Civil Service Commission's "2008 Search for the Most Outstanding
Public Officials and Employees - PAG-ASA Award, Individual Category".</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/psb.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 14, 2008. Personnel Selection Board Interview of Applicants for the
Project Development Assistant.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/sep08/tanod.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 13 & 14, 2008. Barangay Tanod Capability Enhancement Program initiated by
DILG in coordination with the Local Government Unit of Tagudin.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/ribbon.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 13, 2008. Ribbon-cutting of the newly constructed Brgy. Health Center of
Dardarat by Mayor Jun Verzosa and Brgy. Captain Rolando Lardizabal . The
inauguration was witnessed by the Brgy. Officials and some barangay
constituents.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/mommy.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 13, 2008. Meeting of the AdHoc Committee presided by SBM Hon. Ma.Theresa
Laranang regarding the Project Proposal of the ABS-CBN Regional Network Group
entitled " Mommy, Kayam Dayta!".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/mdcc2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 13, 2008. Meeting of the Municipal Disaster Coordinating Council
regarding the Drafting of the Municipal Disaster Pamphlet.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/lhb.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 13, 2008. Local Health Board Meeting with Mayor Jun regarding health
concerns of the municipality.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/bns4.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
<br>
August 13, 2008. Mayor Jun with Municipal Nutrition Action Officer Reginald
Millano and Barangay Nutrition Scholar Awardee Marietta Dauz from Brgy. Dardarat,
Tagudin, Ilocos Sur.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/bns3.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 13, 2008. Mayor Jun with Municipal Nutrition Action Officer Reginald
Millano and Barangay Nutrition Scholar Awardee Emily Laza from Brgy. Lacong,
Tagudin, Ilocos Sur.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/outstanding.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 12, 2008. Mayor Jun together with MNAO Reginald Millano congratulates
Rosemarie Apostol for being the Outstanding Green Banner Barangay Nutrition
Scholar.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/oath2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 12, 2008. Mr. Melou Linda takes oath as Agricultural Technologist at the
Office of the Municipal Agriculturist.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/oath.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 12, 2008. Oathtaking of Mr.Louie Alcause as Agricultural Technologist at
the Office of the Municipal Agriculturist.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/meeting3.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 12, 2008. Meeting of Mayor Jun and Local Assessment Operation Officer II
Edna Maneclang with Forester Benjamin Abucay regarding Tourism Projects.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/mnao.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 12, 2008. Mayor Jun congratulates Municipal Nutrition Action Officer
Reginald Millano for being the Green Banner 1st runner up MNAO.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/award.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 12, 2008. Municipal Nutrition Action Officer Reginald Millano presented
to Mayor Jun the trophy of Tagudin for being the Green Banner 1st runner up
Municipality.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/bns2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 12, 2008. Mayor Jun together with Municipal Nutrition Action Officer
Reginald Millano and Barangay Nutrition Scholar Awardees.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/bns.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 12, 2008. Mayor Jun with Municipal Nutrition Action Officer Reginald
Millano and Barangay Nutrition Scholar Awardees Arsenia Villanueva from Brgy.
Pudoc West and Tessie Bautista from Brgy. Ambalayat.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/daycare.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 4, 2008. Due to the Suspension of classes because of the typhoon, the Day
Care Workers were given time to discuss among themselves their concerns and
issues and prepare their instructional materials.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/maria.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 28, 2008. Interview with the Informant, Maria Bunoan, for the "Ilocos Sur
Oral History Project" and " Tracing the Roots of Tagudin" at Barangay Becques,
Tagudin, Ilocos Sur.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/safety.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 12, 2008. Meeting of Mayor Jun with the Barangay Tanods and Barangay
Captains of Quirino, Jardin, Magsaysay and Las-ud together with PCI Jeff Fanged
and SPO2 Mariano Zamora regarding Traffic Safety along the area fronting Tagudin
National High School.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/bngas.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 12, 2008. Day 1 of the Seminar on Barangay National Government Accounting
System (BNGAS) conducted by the Municipal Accountant Leilanie Vee Cabanero and
her staff.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/investment.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 11, 2008. SBM Maria Theresa Laranang chaired the Meeting regarding the
Proposed Investment Code of the Municipality of Tagudin together with the Heads
of different Offices and other Sangguniang Bayan Members-in charge.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/farola.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 8, 2008. Meeting of Barangay Officials of Farola regarding Civil Work
Projects of the Barangay.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/special.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 7, 2008. Special awardees join the Guest of Honor and Speaker JCSUPT
Benito A. Dorigo, MPSA, OIC Deputy Chief for Admin and other guests.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/personnel.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 7, 2008. Mayor Jun with the personnel of the Best Municipal Jail of the
Year—Tagudin. JO1 Randal Dauz, JO2 Cecil Malqued, JO1 Paul Manantan, Isp. Willie
Tinaza, JO2 Ferdinand Maala and JO1 Michael Cruz.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/tinaza.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 7, 2008. Mayor Jun congratulates Insp. Willie Tinaza, Jail Warden of
Tagudin Municipal Jail—the BEST MUNICIPAL JAIL in Region I.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/awardees.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 7, 2008. Mayor Jun with other special awardees during the 17th
Anniversary of BJMP-RO1.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/bjmp.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 7, 2008. Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)Insp. Willie Tinaza
and JO2 Ferdinand Maala receive the Citation for Best Municipal Jail of the Year
for Tagudin, Ilocos Sur during the 17th Anniversary of BJMP-RO1.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/meeting2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 6, 2008. Meeting with computer shop owners by Mayor Jun regarding an
issue raised by Saint Augustine's SChool during Mayor Jun's "JOurney to the 28
Schools" at the said school.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/scholars.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 4, 2008. Mayor Jun together with the Arapaapko, Sagutmo Adal Pumayso
(ASAP) Scholars and MSWDO Corazon Villanueva.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/bfp.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 01, 2008. In celebration of the 17th Bureau of Fire(BFP) Anniversary,
BFP-Tagudin joined in the nationwide launching of the "Walk for a Fire Conscious
Nation".</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/tax.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 31, 2008. Regular Social Security System (SSS) collection every Thursday at
the 2nd floor of the Municipal Hall.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/ric.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 31, 2008. Tagudin Federated Rural Improvement Club (RIC) Monthly Meeting
presided by RIC Federated President Matilde Lacasandile.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/poster.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 23, 2008. Poster & Slogan Making Contest held at the Tagudin national High
School as part of the celebration for NUtrition Month.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/malunggay.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 23, 2008. Malunggay Cooking Contest, a school based contest was held at the
Tagudin National High School.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/bidding.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 23, 2008. Bidding on the Procurement of Relief Goods by the Bids and Awards
Committee.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/mdcc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 5, 2008. Reorganizational meeting of the Municipal Disaster Coordinating
Council headed by Mayor Jun.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/zenaida.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 4, 2008. Mayor Jun handed over to Ms. Zenaida Ringor cash amounting to
Php 5,000.00 coming from the Barangay Council of Pallogan in addition to PhP
2,000.00 from Mayor Jun, Municipal Assessor Severino Villamar and Mun. Planning
and Development Coordinator Leopoldo Lacasandile as payment for the parcel of
her land which was used as right-of-way by the residents of the area. </td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/bulosan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 4, 2008. Courtesy Call of 1Lt Roberto D. Bulosan Jr. of Galimuyod, Ilocos
Sur to Mayor Jun.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/taliawen.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 4, 2008. Ongoing construction of Taliawen Bridge along the national
highway at Barangay Las-ud. This was one among the concerns of the Brgy.
officials which they voiced out to Mayor Jun during his Journey to the 43
Barangays this year.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/dauz.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 1, 2008. Courtesy Call of JO1 Randall Dauz to Mayor Jun.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/lasud.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 1, 2008. Feeding of Las-ud's malnourished school children by Bernard
Mealing Foundation, a feeding and education program and at the same time
Induction of Homeroom and General PTCA Officers by Mayor Jun.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/bpso.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
August 1, 2008. Courtesy Call of ASAP Federation of BPSO and Association of Brgy.
Tanods, to Mayor Jun.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/nurses2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 31, 2008. RHU Staff and Volunteer Nurses with Mayor Jun.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/prep.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 30, 2008. Preparation of the Committee-in-Charge for the upcoming July 2008
Mass Civil Wedding on July 31, 2008.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/meeting.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 29, 2008. Meeting of the Committee-in-Charge of the upcoming July 2008 Mass
Civil Wedding presided by Administrative Officer Mrs. Jocelyn Lamadrid.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/feeding.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 25, 2008. Supplemental Feeding of the Top 10 Malnourished Schools by
Municipal Nutrition Action Officer (MNAO) Reginald Millano.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/nurses.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 18, 2008. Volunteer nurses of the Rural Health Unit of Tagudin attend to
children in removing the stitches of their wounds.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/sevilla.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 23, 2008. Heny Sison and crew take photo coverage of Sevilla Woodcraft.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/otop.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 23, 2008. Book Author and Chef Heny Sison, Photographer Neal Oshima,
Coordinators Bu Castro and their crew shoot Tagudin's OTOP, Calamansi, to be
included as part of the book "Naimas! The Food Heritage of Ilocos Sur".</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/korea.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 18, 2008. Site Inspection on the Dredging Projects of the LGU by Jason Song
and Hwang Su Ho from Seoul Korea with their interpreter Boboy Lim.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/abono.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 10, 2008. Distribution of Location Specific Interventions for GMA Rice
Program, Rice Hybrid Seeds and Certified Seeds, by MPDC and Acting Municipal
Agriculturist Leopoldo L. Lacasandile.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/dots.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 18, 2008. A continuous project of the Rural Health Unit of Tagudin - the
giving of medicines to tuberculosis patients.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/rhu.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 7, 2008. Eight (8) active reflexologists assigned at the Rural Health Unit
of Tagudin take turns in serving patients.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/jessicasoho2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 14, 2008. Vice Mayor Lorenzana, SBM Andaya, SBM Laranang, SBM Leal, SBM
Cuaresma, SBM Pagaduan, ABC President Laplnan, and some members of the Municipal
Tourism Committee with the staff of Jessica Soho.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/masswedding.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 11, 2008. Briefing and filing up of application forms of the participants
for upcoming July Mass Civil Wedding by Municipal Local Registrar Ricardo Osmund
Bello.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/aug08/computervan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 1, 2008. Orientation/Briefing of selected pupils/students from Pudoc East
and Pudoc West regarding the proper use and maintenance of the Computer Van.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/planning.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 7, 2008. Mass Wedding Planning & Counseling by Admin Officer Jocelyn
Lamadrid together with MNAO Reginald Millano and MSWD Corazon Villanueva for the
upcoming "Mass Civil Wedding" on July 31, 2008.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/wedding.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 7, 2008.Couple-participants for the Mass Civil Wedding planted mahogany
seedlings at the Dumpsite at Barangay Cabulanglangan.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/writeshop.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 7, 2008. Admin. Officer Jocelyn Lamadrid briefs the participants of the
Writeshop Seminar to be held on July 9-11, 2008 at San Juan, La Union.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/malunggay.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 4, 2008. LGU Tagudin's "Malunggay Planting" along the stretch of National
Highway from Barangay Tallaoen to Barangay Bitalag, simultaneous with schools
who planted within their respective schools and barangay officials in their
respective barangays.</td>
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<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/sanmig2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 3, 2008. General Services Office Personnel deliver at San Miguel Primary
their request during the "Journey to the 28 Schools" - 3 units ceiling fans, 20
pieces GI Sheets, and 1 unit padlock.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/pallogan2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 23, 2008. LGU Inspection Committee Chairman Mr. Ricardo Osmond Bello and
GSO Staff Mr. Rodrigo Laranang, Jr. inspects the items delivered(one(1) unit
drum with stick, three(3) units monoblock tables and ten(10) units monoblock
chairs) to Pallogan Elementary School.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/inspection.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 1, 2008. LGU Inspection Committee inspects the items delivered at Garitan
Community School to assure that it meets with the standards and specifications.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/moa.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 01, 2008.Mayor Jun signed the MOA regarding the organization of T-TODA (Bitalag
Tricycle Association) and BATA-TODA ( Baringcucurong Tricycle Association).</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/sas.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 30, 2008. Mayor Jun talks with the teacher and student representatives of
Saint Augustine's School during his "Journey to 28 Schools", where they aired
their issues and concerns as students specifically on environment and matters
affecting their role as students.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/orientation.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 01, 2008. Orientation of participants to the upcoming Mass Civil Wedding by
the LGU Admin Officer Jocelyn Lamadrid.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/ptca.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 01, 2008. Meeting of Mayor Jun with the PTCA of Garitan Community School.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/ricemillers.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 01, 2008. Meeting with the Ricemillers and Junk shoppers/owners regarding
the Solid Waste Management implementation and also as part of the Intensive
Education Campaign for that matter.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/caterers.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 01, 2008. Meeting of Mayor Jun together with the Municipal GSO Marina
Balicoco and Admin Officer Jocelyn Lamadrid with the caterers regarding the
snacks to be served on the upcoming Mass Civil Wedding on July 31, 2008.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/launching.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 30, 2008. Launching of Professor sa Barangay, an extension project of
ISPSC-CTE Tagudin Campus in cooperation with the Local government unit of
Tagudin. This is an outreach program for Information Technology.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/vigan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 27-28, 2008. The 1st Verzosa Clan Grand Reunion at the CAP Building in
Vigan City, Ilocos Sur where part of the celebration was a mass offered to
commemorate the 54th death anniversary of Bishop Alfredo F. Verzosa and to
formally launch his beatification. </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/sanmig.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 25, 2008. GSO Staff Rodrigo Laranang, Jr. delivers 3 units ceiling fan, 20
pieces GI Sheet and one piece padlock to San Miguel Primary School as per their
request during the "Journey to the 28 Schools".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/pallogan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 23, 2008. GSO Staff Mr. Rodrigo Laranang, Jr. deliver one(1) unit drum with
stick, three(3) units monoblock tables and ten(10) units monoblock chairs to
Pallogan Elementary School. These items have been requested during the "Journey
to the 28 Schools".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/garitan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 1, 2008. Garitan Community School receive one(1) unit jetmatic pump,
fifteen(15) pieces monoblock kiddie arm chairs and two(2) cans vulca seal as per
their request during the "Journey to the 28 Schools" last June 26, 2008.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/cabugbugan2.jpg"><br>
June 25, 2008. Delivery of 2 pieces monoblock chairs and 2 pieces monoblock
tables to Cabulanglangan Primary School as per result of the "Journey to the 28
Schools".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jul08/cabugbugan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 23, 2008. Mr. Johnny Lastimoza, Principal of Cabugbugan Community School
receives seven(7) pieces of marine plywood as per their request during the
Mayor's "Journey..." to their school. </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/lasud3.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 26, 2008. Mayor Jun and Vice-Mayor Lorenzana hand over the symbolic gifts
of pencils and sharpeners from the LGU to all pupils of Las-ud Elementary School
as witnessed by Las-ud Brgy. Captain Felisidro Lagria and School Principal Ms.
Susana Pascasio. </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/iec2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 28, 2008. Intensive Education Campaign on Solid Waste Management at Brgy.
Magsaysay.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/uccp.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
Mayor Lorenzana during their visit in their school as part of the "Journey to
the 28 Schools".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/tallaoen2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 26, 2008. Mayor Jun and Vice-Mayor Lorenzana inspects the ongoing
construction of Taliawen Bridge along the national highway in Brgy. Las-ud. This
is a DPWH-sponsored project.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/lasud2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 26, 2008. General Services Office Personnel deliver to Las-ud Elementary
School eight(8) pieces marine plywood(1/4) as their share in the Special
Education Fund.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/garitan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 26, 2008. Garitan Community School Principal Ms. Myrna Beata Batac shows
Mayor Jun and Vice Mayor Lorenzana the priority concerns of their school that
needs immediate assistance. This is part of the present administration's
"Journey to the 28 Schools".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/agaguman2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 26, 2008. Gen. Services Office Personnel delivers one(1) unit drum to Ag-aguman
Elementary School to be used during their daily exercise.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/cabugbugan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 25, 2008. Mayor Jun at Cabugbugan Community School as part of his "Journey
to the 28 Schools".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/sanmiguel.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 24, 2008. Mayor Jun hands over the LGU's symbolic gift of pencils and
sharpeners for the pupils of San Miguel Primary School.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/nutrition.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
July 24, 2008. Meeting regarding the upcoming Nutrition Month headed by
Municipal Nutrition Action Officer(MNAO) Reginald Millano.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/eco.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 24, 2008. Intensive Education Campaign for Tricycle Driversand Operators
and Market Vendors and Stall Owners at the Municipal Auditorium regarding the
implementation of the Proper Solid Waste Management and the applicable
Ordinances.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/sk.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 22, 2008. Monthly Meeting of SK Federation regarding Character Name Logos,
Updating of Directory and Making of Resolution for Mayor Verzosa's CSC PAG-ASA
Awards.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/tallaoen.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 20, 2008. "Journey to the 28 Schools" at Tallaoen Primary School with Mayor
Jun,. Vice Mayor Lorenzana and SBM Bunoan.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/sanpedro2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 20, 2008. Mr. Jonathan Alcause of San Pedro Community School receives their
request of 10 pieces GI Sheets during the "Journey to the 28 Schools" of the
same day.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/sanpedro.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 20, 2008. Mayor Jun, Vice Mayor Lorenzana, SBM Bunoan and NGO
Representative Ms. Estrellita Del Rosario at Dardarat Community School.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/meeting2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 20, 2008. Monthly Meeting of the Local Health Board with Mayor Jun
regarding the Reading & Signing of Local Head Board Resolution No.4 series 2008
on the Declaration of July 4th as Malunggay Planting Day.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/dardarat.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 20, 2008. General Services Office Personnel deliver tow(2) units of ceiling
fan for Dardarat Day Care Center. </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/bimmanga3.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 20, 2008. Mr. Reynard Andaya, Principal of Bimmanga Community School
receives from LGU-Tagudin two(2) units of ceiling fan as per their request
during the Mayor's "Journey..."</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/bimmanga2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 20, 2008. The Grade 6 President of Bimmanga Community School receives the
symbolic gifts of pencils and sharpeners from the LGU as part of the "Journey to
the 28 Schools".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/pwis2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 19, 2008. Ms. Maria Cherry Navida, Principal of Pudoc West Integrated
School(PWIS) receives items as per school's request during Mayor Jun's "Journey
to the 28 Schools".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/donor1.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 26, 2008. Mr. Rodolfo Candalera hands over to Mayor Jun and Municipal
Health Officer Dr. Aly John Lopez medicines from his daughter and son-in-law in
West Orange, New Jersey, Dr. and Ms. Rowen and Evelyn Candalera Diano.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/ambalayat.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 19, 2008. "Journey to the 28 Schools" in Ambalayat Elementary School with
Mayor Jun and Vice Mayor Lorenzana, who both gave inspirational messages and
gave the pupils their symbolic gifts of pencils and sharpeners.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/cabulanglangan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 19, 2008. Cabulanglangan Primary School pupils listen as both Mayor Jun and
Vice Mayor Lorenzana give their "Back to School" messages.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/agaguman.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 19, 2008. Mayor Jun and Vice Mayor Lorenzana give the LGU's symbolic gifts
of pencils and sharpeners to the pupils of Ag-aguman Elementary School during
the "Journey to the 28 Schools".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/pwis.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 18, 2008. Mayor Jun with the faculty and Staff of Pudoc West Integrated
School.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/pudoceast.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 18, 2008. Mayor Jun joins in the Flag Ceremony at Pudoc East Elementary
School.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/pacac.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 18, 2008. Mayor Jun "journeys" to Pacac Primary School.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/laoag.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 18, 2008. Courtesy Call of Mayor Jun to the Honorable Mayor of Laoag City
Michael Verzosa Fariñas.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/mdc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 17, 2008. Municipal Development Council Meeting regarding the allocation of
the 20% Development Fund.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/tistf.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 16, 2008. Students at the Tagudin Institute of Science and Technology
Foundation, Inc. (TISTF) listen to Mayor Jun as he imparts to them his
inspirational "Back-to-School" message.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/ispsc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 16, 2008. Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College(ISPSC) Dean, Administrators,
Faculty and Staff inform Mayor Jun of the major concerns of their school during
his(Mayor Jun) visit in their school.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/dredging.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 16-20, 2008. Municipal Assessor Severino Villamar & his staff conducted a
survey along the tributaries of the Amburayan River (Pacac, Sawat, Tarangotong,
Baritao, Lantag, Magsaysay, Jardin, Del Pilar, Bucao East & West, & Salvacion)
boundaries.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/airtop.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 16, 2008. Mayor Jun and Asean Institute of Research and Technology of the
Philippines (AIRTOP) President Mrs. Virginia Natividad Makil.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/fountain.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 13, 2008. Inspection of the Fountain at the ASAP Tagudin Pasarabo Center
and Rest Area in Bitalag by the Municipal Civil Registrar Ricardo Osmund Bello
with Zoning Officer II Vicente G. Guis-it Jr. and Engineering Assistant, Engr.
Antonio Villanueva, Jr.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/cement2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 13, 2008. Mr. Ricardo Osmond Bello, Chairman of the LGU Inspection
Committee, delivers to Bitalag Elementary School 2 gals. green paint, primer for
the paint, 1 unit lavatory and 14 bags cement, as per their request during Mayor
Jun's "Journey to the 28 Schools" this same day.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/cr.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 13, 2008. Inspection of the Rest Rooms at the ASAP Tagudin Pasarabo Center
and Rest Area in Bitalag, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/bitalag2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 13, 2008. Mayor Jun joins Bitalag Elementary School pupils, teachers and
School Principal Mr. Alex Eswagen in the conduct of their Flag Ceremony. </td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/baracbac.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 13, 2008. Pupils of Baracbac Community School listen intently as Mayor Jun
delivers his inspiring message.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/vm.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 12, 2008. Vice Mayor Lorenzana and members of the Municipal Council offer a
wreath to the Monument of our National Hero, Dr. Jose P. Rizal.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/nla.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 12, 2008. Mayor Jun, LGU Chiefs of Offices and Heads of National Line
Agencies offer a wreath to Dr. Jose Rizal's Monument.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/chairs.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 11, 2008. Ms. Cristina Lacasandile, Principal of Libtong Community School,
together with some members of the school faculty, receive from Mun. Gen.
Services Office Personnel Mr. Laranang fifty(50) kiddie chairs for their
kindergarten pupils and ten(10) pieces GI Sheets.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/plywood.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 11, 2008. Becques Community School Principal Ms. Anita Lardizabal receives
twenty(20) pieces of plywood as per their request earlier this day during the
Mayor's visit in their school.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/swm.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 5, 2008. Post-evaluation report of the result of the simultaneous IEC in
the eight barangays (Magsaysay, Dacutan, Tampugo, Malacanang, Baracbac, Cabaroan,
Rizal and Del Pilar) with the Solid Waste Management Board.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/iec.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 4, 2008. Simultaneous Intensive Educational Campaigns(IEC) for Solid Waste
Management in the eight(8) barangays who were not able have such IEC during the
1st batch of IEC. These barangays include Magsaysay, Dacutan, Tampugo,
Malacanang, Baracbac, Cabaroan, Rizal and Del Pilar.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/pasarabo.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 10, 2008. SBM Thess Laranang talks with the vendors/stall owners at the
ASAP Tagudin Pasarabo Center and Rest Area in Bitalag.<br>
</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/bitalag.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 10, 2008. SB Committee Chairperson on Tourism Hon. Maria Theresa Laranang
conduct a meeting with the Barangay Officials of Bitalag as part of the
preparation for upcoming "Commemoration Battle of Bessang Pass and Unveiling of
the Bitalag Junction Marker" on June 14, 2008.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/pula2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 6, 2008. Inauguration of the Water Impounding System of Barangay Pula
graced by the presence of Mayor Jun, MPDC Mr. Leopoldo Lacasandile, Municipal
Engineer Edmund Fabia and some RHU Staff. This is a barangay project which aids
the irrigation system of farmers in the said community. Funds used in its
construction came from the dredging share of the barangay.<br>
</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/pula.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 6, 2008. Ceremonial Ribbon-cutting of Barangay Pula's Solar Dryer by Mayor
Jun and its Barangay Officials led by Brgy. Captain Benedicto Pera, Sr.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/mnao.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 6, 2008. Meeting of the Municipal Nutrition Council regarding the launching
of Horse Raddish Planting, commonly known as "Malunggay" within the town -
school and barangay based, as part of the Nutrition Month Celebration this July.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/health.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 6, 2008. Mayor Jun visits Barangay Pula's Health Station.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/edukasyon.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 5, 2008. Orientation/briefing of the 27 "Edukasyon Para Iti Amin" college
scholars by Mayor Jun and Admin. Officer Joyce. </td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/scholars.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 5, 2008. 28 "Arapaapko Sagutmo, Adal Pumayso(ASAP)" scholars from the
different barangays of Tagudin were given school supplies last June 5, 2008.
Mayor Jun together with SBM Bunoan, MSWD Officer Ms. Corazon Villanueva and her
staff and the other LGU Heads of Offices handed over the different school
supplies to the scholars, where 12 of them are in the 1st year, 7 in the 2nd
year and 9 in the 3rd year.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/exam.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 20. 2008. Eighteen(18) students undergo the qualifying examinations for the
LGU's "Arapaapko Sagutmo, Adal Pumayso(ASAP)" scholarship program at the ABC
Hall. Out of the said 18 examinees, twelve(12) passed the exams and were
qualified as ASAP Scholars. Prior to the written exams was the Oral Interview.<br>
</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/libtong.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 11, 2008. Vice Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana gives an inspiring "Back-to-School"
message at Libtong Community School.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/becques.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 11, 2008. Becques Community School Principal Ms. Anita Lardizabal and Pupil
Officers of their school receive their symbolic gifts from Mayor Jun, Vice Mayor
Lorenzana and ABC President Laplana.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/marker.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 10, 2008. Mayor Jun inpects the ongoing construction of the Bitalag
Junction Marker, which will be "unveiled" on June 14, 2008.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/tourism.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 10, 2008. Final Coordinating Conference of the ADHOC Committee on Tourism
regarding the upcoming "Commeration of the Battle of Bessang Pass and Unveiling
of the Bitalag Junction Marker" on June 14, 2008 at the ASAP Tagudin Pasarabo
Center and Rest Area, Bitalag, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/tnhs.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 10, 2008. Mayor Jun, SBM Tovera and ABC President Laplana give to Tagudin
National High School students pencils and sharpeners as symbolic gifts for the
opening of classes this school year 2008-2009.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/borono.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 10, 2008. Tampugo-Borono Elementary School pupils listen to the Inspiring
Message given by Mayor Jun during his visit to the said school.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/tampugo.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 10, 2008. Ms. Jacqueline Regua of Tampugo-Borono Elementary School receives
from Municipal General Service Office Personnel Mr. Rodrigo Laranang, Jr.
ten(10) pieces of shovel, eight(8) bottles of varnish and fifty(50) pieces of
sack, as per their request earlier this day during the Mayor's visit in their
school.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/principals.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 6, 2008. School Head's meeting regarding the possible remedy for
malnutrition in their respective schools.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/code.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 5, 2008. SBM Maria Theresa Laranang presides the meeting on the darfting of
Tagudin's Investment Incentive Code.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/nursing.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 6, 2008. Mayor Jun with the Volunteer Nursing Aides at the Municipal Health
Office - Julie Ann Ingoy, Virubel Laranang, Jhoanne Jubilo and Maria Rina Aldea.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/back.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
June 3, 2008. SBM Arvin P. Andaya participates in a game conducted during the
"Back-to-School" Program of the SK held at the Municipal Auditorium.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/meeting.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 30, 2008. First monthly meeting of the Association of Barangay Captains at
the newly-constructed ABC Hall at the Municipal Auditorium. Agenda was on
education where they aim to encourage the out-of-school youth to go back to
school, and on tourism regarding the Ilocos Sur "Oral History Project".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/chlorine.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 27, 2008. Chlorination of the the Tagudin Public Market Water Pump by Rural
Sanitary Inspector Nestor Guevarra.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/inspection.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 29, 2008. As per request of Las-ud Elementary School's Principal Ms. Susana
Pascasio during Mayor Jun's "Journey to Las-ud", May 28, 2008, Municipal
Engineer Edmund Fabia and Brgy. Capt. Felisidro Lagria inspects the possible
solution/remedy for the drainage system of the said school.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/farmers.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 29, 2008. Mayor Jun and Acting Mun. Agriculturist Mr. Leopoldo Lacasandile
meet with the farmers of Las-ud regarding their request for hybrid seeds. This
is a result of Mayor Jun's journey to Las-ud, May 28, 2008.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/lhb.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 29, 2008. Regular monthly meeting of the Local Health Board(LHB) presided by
Dr. Aly John Lopez. The main concern of this meeting is to eradicate
malnutrition in the town through aggressive feeding of malunggay-rich foods.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/cement.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 29, 2008. Brgy. Capt. Felisidro Lagria of Las-ud receives from General
Services Office Personnel Ms. Amelyn Ballocanag ten(10) bags of cement as per
their request during the Mayor's journey in their barangay, May 28, 2008. </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/ribbon.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 28, 2008. Mayor Jun, SBM Fatima Pagaduan(former Brgy. Captain of Las-ud) and
Brgy. Capt. Felisidro Lagria lead the ceremonial ribbon-cutting of Las-ud's new
Multi-Purpose Hall.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/hearing.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 28, 2008. Public Hearing regarding the possible fare increase for tricycles
presided by SB Committee Chair on Transportation Hon. Fatima L. Pagaduan. Also
present during the said public hearing are SBM Arvin P. Andaya, ABC President
Maximo Z. Laplana, Jr. and SBM Bernardo Tovera, Jr. who are also members of the
Committee.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/mph.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 28, 2008. Barangay Las-ud's new Multi-Purpose Hall.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/bimmanga.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 28, 2008. Brgy. Captain Alicia Lorena of Bimmanga receives the medicines
endorsed by Mun. Health Officer Dr. Aly John Lopez for the use of their barangay
as part of the LGU's comprehensive approach to health development and in line
with the present administration's Flagship Program on Nutrition and Health
Enhancement.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/jun08/botika.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 28, 2008. Brgy. Captain Edwin Lagarteja of Baritao receives from Mun. Health
Officer Dr. Aly John Lopez medicines for the use of their barangay in line with
the present administration's Flagship Program on Nutrition and Health
Enhancement.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/twd.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 12, 2008. Mayor Jun hands over to Tagudin Water District (TWD) Manager
Ulpiano Villamar a check worth PhP 100,000.00 as financial assistance of the LGU
to TWD in terms of a soft loan payable within two(2) years. Said amount will be
used by TWD for the improvement of their services and facilities.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/nfa.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 12, 2008. Mayor Jun, MSWD Officer Miss Corazon Villanueva and Day Care
Workers of the municipality receive NFA rice for distribution to all Day Care
pupils.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/rocelle.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 10, 2008. Tagudin Idol 2nd Runner-up Rocelle Abundo sings during Libtong's
Barangay Fiesta.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/libtong.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 10, 2008. Libtong Barangay Fiesta.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/pudocwest.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
May 1, 2008. Pudoc West's Barangay Fiesta graced by the presence of the Local
Officials of Tagudin.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/lubnac.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 27, 2008. Lubnac Fiesta with Brgy. Captain Joe Lapitan and the other
barangay officials.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/dardarat.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 26, 2008. Dardarat Barangay Fiesta.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/baracbac.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 26, 2008. Mayor Jun and Brgy. Captain Crispina Lazo crown Her Majesty
Queen Mary Jane I during Baracbac's Barangay Fiesta.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/tampugo.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 25, 2008. Investiture and Coronation Ceremonies for Miss Tampugo during
said barangay's fiesta.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/kugit.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 25,2008. Balikbayan Mr. Leopoldo "Poldo" Bayuga from Sta. Cruz,
California,USA, sponsor of "Agtule a taga-Dardarat, Sagut Aggapu ken Poldo" with
Mayor Jun, Dardarat Brgy. Officials and Health Workers, RHU Personnel and some
LGU Personnel.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/barioan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 25, 2008. Vice-Mayor Lorenzana delivers an inspiring message during
Bario-an's Barangay Fiesta.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/capt.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 25, 2008. Mrs. Jocelyn Lamadrid informs the Barangay Captains of the 43
Barangays of Tagudin for the Simultaneous Education Campaign on Solid Waste
Management to be simultaneously done at 1:00 p.m., April 25, 2008 in all the 43
barangays.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/yes.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 18, 2008. 2008 Regional Youth foe Environment Summer Camp (YES) held at
Tagudin National High School from April 14-18, 2008 with the theme: "Climate
Change: Warming Up the Youth for Environmental Activism".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/oath1.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 14, 2008. Oathtaking of Ms. Sheila Mae Labiano as Administrative Aide
III(Casual Clerk I) at the Office of the Municipal Budget Officer.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/may08/spes.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 14, 2008. Orientation/briefing of the 35 Special Program on the Employment
of Students(SPES), a program of the Department of Labor and Employment(DOLE)
where the 60% of the salary comes from the LGU with a 40% counterpart from DOLE.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/oath2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 10, 2008. Jeanne R. Licudine takes oath as Administrative Aide III, Clerk
I(Casual) at the Office of the Municipal Assessor.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/shredder.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 10, 2008. Presentation Demo of the Residual Pulverizer(for plastics) by
EMRTI which will be used in hollow blocks-making, where one of main composition
will be plastics. </td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/laptop.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 10, 2008. Inspection of the Technical Working Group of LGU-Tagudin's Bids
and Awards Committee of the Information Technology equipment delivered by the
winning bidder.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/sudi.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 4, 2008. Search for Miss Sudi Ni Ayat 2008 during Ambalayat's Barangay
Fiesta.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/rhu.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 31, 2008. Evaluation and Counselling of LGU-Tagudin employees with above
normal levels of Fasting Blood Sugar(FBS) and Cholesterol by Municipal Health
Officer Dr. Aly John Lopez.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/crops.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 24, 2008. Vice Mayor Lorenzana visits the agricultural crops, livestock
and swine project of San Juan, Ilocos Sur.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/ambalayat2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 23, 2008. Coronation Night during Ambalayat's Barangay Fiesta.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/tistf.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 02, 2008. 18th Graduation Ceremonies of Tagudin Institute of Science and
Technology Foundation, Inc.(TISTFI)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/bns.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
April 1, 2008. Regular monthly meeting of Barangay Nutrition Scholars(43).</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/abs.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 30, 2008. ABC-CBN's "NC Atin 'to!" host Archie and Analyn, together with
Segment Producer Diane Ofilas and Staff revisit Barangay Ag-aguman for their
"Abel Products". The group bought several Abel Items.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/libtong.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 27, 2008. Graduation and Closing Ceremonies at Libtong Community School
graced by the presence of Mayor Jun, Vice-Mayor Lorenzana and members of the
Municipal Council.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/garitan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 27, 2008. Vice Mayor Lorenzana and SBM Tovera attend the Graduation
Ceremonies of Garitan Community School.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/bitalag.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 27, 2008. Graduation Ceremonies at Bitalag Elementary School attended by
Vice-Mayor Lorenzana and SBM Tovera.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/becques.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 27, 2008. Vice Mayor Lorenzana delivers an inspirational message during
Becques Community School's Culminating Program.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/pudocwest.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 26, 2008. Closing Ceremonies at Pudoc West Integrated School graced by the
presence of Mayor Jun, Vice Mayor Lorenzana and members of the Municipal
Council. </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/pudoceast.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 26, 2008. Graduation Ceremonies at Pudoc East Elementary School.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/pacac.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 26, 2008. Mayor Jun delivers an inspiring message during the Closing
Ceremonies at Pacac Primary School.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/bimmanga.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 26, 2008. Graduation Program at Bimmanga Community School.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/tampugo.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 25, 2008. Mayor Jun delivers an inspirational message stressing the
importance of education during the Closing exercises at Tampugo Primary School.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/pallogan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 25, 2008. Mayor Jun at Pallogan Elementary School's Closing Ceremonies.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/oath.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 25, 2008. Oathtaking of Bimmanga's Bookkeeper Ms. Elisa L. Lugo with Mayor
Jun and Brgy. Capt. Alicia Lemi.</td>
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<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/cabugbugan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 25, 2008. Mayor Jun with administration, faculty, staff and graduates of
Cabugbugan Community School together with the Barangay Officials headed by Brgy.
Capt. Remegio Fajardo.</td>
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<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/bioelem.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 25, 2008. Mayor Jun awards the gold medal to Bio Elementary School's
Valedictorian.</td>
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<tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/ambalayat.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 25, 2008. Mayor Jun awards a gold medal during Ambalayat Elementary
School's Closing Exercises.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/ranget.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 24, 2008. SBM Rodolfo Leal and SBM Elisa Bunoan crown Her Highness, 2nd
Princess Leah during Ranget's Barangay Fiesta. Also present during the affair
were Mayor Jun and Vice Mayor Lorenzana.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/bio.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 24, 2008. Bio Barangay Fiesta graced by the presence of Mayor Jun, Vice
Mayor Lorenzana, SBM Tovera and SBM Leal. SPM Jose V. Bunoan, Jr. was their
Crowning Guest and Speaker.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/csc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 24, 2008. Civil Service Commission(CSC) Provincial Director Hedy Jose
Lardizabal briefs the employees of LGU-Tagudin on filling up/accomplishment of
the new Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Networth(SALN). </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/apr08/vice.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 19, 2008. Meeting of the Tagudin Gun Club Association with Vice Mayor
Lorenzana.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/rhu.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 10, 2008. Sawat Brgy. Captain Joseph Labador receives medicines at the
Rural Health Unit for their Botica Ng Barangay from General Services Officer
Marina Balicoco, Rural Health Nurse Myrna Flores and Rural Health Midwife
Josefina Barbado. This is a result of Mayor Jun's "Journey to the 43 Barangays",
where Sawat was visited last February 21, 2008.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/ispsc3.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 6, 2008. Mayor Jun receives a Plaque of Recognition from Ilocos Sur
Polytechnic State College as one among the school's major benefactors. Said
plaque was awarded by ISPSC's President, Dr. Rafael Querubin during the school's
10th Foundation Anniversary Program at the ISPSC Campus in Sta. Maria, Ilocos
Sur.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/pnp.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 5, 2008. Courtesy call of PO1 Mark Anthony Zabala to Mayor Jun.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/oath4.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 5, 2008. Oathtaking of the Officers of "Timpuyog Daguiti Mangngalap ti
Becques" with Mayor Jun.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/bimmanga.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 29, 2008. Mayor Jun journeys to Barangay Bimmanga in his 2nd round of
his "Journey to the 43 Barangays".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/tallaoen2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 5, 2008. As per their request during Mayor Jun's "Journey to the 28
Schools" last school year 2007 (June), Mr. Reynard Andaya, Principal of Tallaoen
Primary School receives 20 arm chairs from Gen. Services Officer(GSO) Marina
Balicoco, MPDC Leopoldo Lacasandile and Mun. Engr. Edmund Fabia.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/sanpedro.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 5, 2008. March 5, 2008. Mr. Carlito Dumo of San Pedro Community School,
receives 73 arm chairs from Gen. Services Officer(GSO) Marina Balicoco, MPDC
Leopoldo Lacasandile and Mun. Engr. Edmund Fabia as a result of Mayor Jun's
"Journey to the 28 Schools" conducted last school year 2007 (June).</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/pudoceast.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 5, 2008. Mr. Rogelio Leal, Principal of Pudoc East Elementary School,
receives 4 arm chairs, 5 tables and 8 chairs from Gen. Services Officer(GSO)
Marina Balicoco, MPDC Leopoldo Lacasandile and Mun. Engr. Edmund Fabia as per
their request during Mayor Jun's "Journey to the 28 Schools" conducted last
school year 2007 (June).</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/pacac.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 5, 2008. 30 Arm Chairs were given to Mrs. Brenda Gañalon of
San Pedro Community School from Gen. Services Officer(GSO) Marina Balicoco, MPDC
Leopoldo Lacasandile and Mun. Engr. Edmund Fabia as a result of Mayor Jun's
"Journey to the 28 Schools" conducted last school year 2007 (June).</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/oath3.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
Mrs. Lydia Leal took oath as the new President of Tagudin Municipal Employees
Association (TAMEA) last March 5, 2008 with Mayor Jun. Ms. Leal, being the
Vice-President-elect, took over as President thru succession, as the
President-elect resigned from this position. Ms. Leal will be TAMEA's President
effective February 1, 2008.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/lasud.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 5, 2008. Las-ud Elementary School Principal Mrs. Susana Pascasio receives
25 chairs from Gen. Services Officer(GSO) Marina Balicoco, MPDC Leopoldo
Lacasandile and Mun. Engr. Edmund Fabia as a result of Mayor Jun's "Journey to
the 28 Schools" conducted last school year 2007 (June), where the said school
requested for such chairs.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/garitan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 5, 2008. Mrs. Myrna Beata Batac, Principal of Garitan Community School,
together with the faculty and staff of the said school, receive 20 chairs and 15
tables from Gen. Services Officer(GSO) Marina Balicoco, MPDC Leopoldo
Lacasandile and Mun. Engr. Edmund Fabia. This is a result of Mayor Jun's
"Journey to the 28 Schools" conducted last school year 2007 (June).</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/becques.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 5, 2008. Mrs. Anita Lardizabal, Principal of Becques Community School,
receives 65 arm chairs, 10 tables and 10 chairs from Gen. Services Officer(GSO)
Marina Balicoco, MPDC Leopoldo Lacasandile and Mun. Engr. Edmund Fabia. This is
a result of Mayor Jun's "Journey to the 28 Schools" conducted last school year
2007 (June).</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/agaguman4.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
March 5, 2008. Mrs. Pacita Quitoriano and the other faculty members of Ag-aguman
Elementary School receive 10 chairs from Gen. Services Officer(GSO) Marina
Balicoco, MPDC Leopoldo Lacasandile and Mun. Engr. Edmund Fabia as per their
request during Mayor Jun's "Journey to the 28 Schools" conducted last school
year 2007 (June).</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/tnhs.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 29, 2008. Tagudin National High School's Field Demonstration graced by
the presence of Mayor Jun and Vice Mayor Lorenzana.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/pwd.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 29, 2008. General Assembly of Persons With Disabilities graced by the
presence of Mayor Jun. Plans and Programs of the LGU for the PWDs were
disseminated and at the same time, the reorganization of its officers was held.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/romel.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 26, 2008. OFW Romel Lapitan and Ms. Magdalena Andaya (person who
requested from Mayor Jun assistance for the repatriation of Romel), thanked
Mayor Jun for his assistance in his repatriation. Romel left for Singapore last
July 24, 2007 as a Fisherman and had an accident while on Board a Fishing Vessel
December of the same year. He was repatriated January this year.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/marife.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 26, 2008. Marife Oriendo, toghether with Bitalag Barangay Councilor and
parents Mr. and Mrs. Romeo and Gloria Oriendo,personally came to thank Mayor Jun
for his assistance in her repartiation. Marife was deployed as Domestic Helper
in Dubai last October 2, 2005 and detained for two(2) months for a frame-up
case. She was repatriated this January of 2008.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/joven.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 26, 2008. Mr. Rodolfo and Emelita Manzano, parents of OFW Joven Manzano
of Brgy. Becques, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur,personally came to thank Mayor Jun for his
assistance in the repatriation of Joven last February 11, 2008. Joven was
deployed as a driver last September 11, 2007 at Doha, Qatar but was given a
Tourist Visa instead of a Working Visa.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/tallaoen.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 26, 2008. Mayor Jun in his "Journey to the 43 Barangays" at Barangay
Tallaoen, where he conducted a consultative meeting with the residents. Also
present during the "JOurney ..." were all the Barangay Officials headed by Brgy.
Capt. Mariano Fernandez.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/ispsc2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 22, 2008. Mayor Jun delivers an Inspirational Message during the Search
for Mr. and Miss ISPSC-CTE.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/parade.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 22, 2008. Parade of the Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College, Tagudin
Campus, as part of their Foundation Day Celebration.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/agaguman3.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 29, 2008. Mayor Jun crowns Her Majesty Queen Myrna I during Ag-aguman
Elementary School's Valentine Celebration 2008.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/agaguman2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
Vice-Governor Jeremias Singson crowns His Majesty King Pharao Nes I during Ag-aguman
Elementary School's Valentine Celebration 2008.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/agaguman1.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 22, 2008. Ag-aguman Elementary School's Valentine Celebration 2008.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/sawat.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 21, 2008. Mayor Jun informs all residents of Barangay sawat of the Plan
and Programs for 2002-2010 during his "Journey to the 43 Barangays" in Sawat.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/tistf2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 15, 2008. Vice Mayor Rogelio Lorenzana delivers and inspirational
message during Tagudin Institue of Technology Foundation Incorporated's 18th
Foundation day. Likewise, Municipal Councilors Elisa Bunoan, Rodolfo Leal and
Fatima Pagaduan graced this event.<br>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/marriage.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 1, 2008. Civil Wedding of Enrique Dela Pierre and Emijane Lor
officiated by Mayor Jun.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/lgpms.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 10, 2008. Meeting regarding Tagudin's Local Government Performance
Evaluation System(LGPMS), which will be validated at Regional Level. LGU-Tagudin
had been adjudged as the "Best Performing LGU" of the Province of Ilocos Sur,
which qualified it as the Regional Entry for the same.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/bishop.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 18, 2008. Mayor Jun attends the Blessing and Inauguration of the statue
of the late Bishop, Most. Rev. Alfredo F. Verzosa, D.D. at the Archbishop's
Residence, Vigan City.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/prom2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
Fevruary 14, 2008. Juniors-Seniors Promenade at Tagudin National High School.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/mdc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 14, 2008. Municipal Development Council(MDC) Meeting regarding the
utilization of the 20% Development Fund.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/tistf.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
Fevruary 13, 2008. Tagudin Institute of Science and Technology Foundation,
Inc.(TISTFI) parade as part of their 18th Foundation Day Celebration from
February 13-15, 2008.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/tobacco.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
Tobacco plantations in Tagudin.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/rice.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
Rice harvesting in Tagudin for the second crop.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/orientation.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 13, 2008. Orientation of 1st-time Barangay Captains by Mr. Manuel
Dumagpi, Municipal Interior Local Government Operations Officer. Said
orientation is entitled: "Enhancing Efficiency of Barangay Officials Towards
Effective Governance".</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/prom.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 13, 2008. Juniors-Seniors Promenade at the Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State
College.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/guardians.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 13, 2008. Oathtaking of all Officers of Bayang Bato at Buhangin with
Mayor Jun.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/daycare.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 13, 2008. Twenty five(25) Chairs and Tables were turned over by
LGU-Tagudin to Pallogan Day Care Center. These chairs and tables are from the
Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur thru Vice-Governor Jeremias Singson.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/borono.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 13, 2008. Borono Day Care Center Valentine Celebration graced by
Municipal Officials.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/ispsc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 12, 2008. ISPSC Dean Dr. Florante Vizacarra and faculty Mr. Lito Binay-an
and Mr. Daniel Dela Cruz give Mayor Jun the ISPSC jacket and cap.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/zamora.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 8, 2008. Vice Mayor Lorenzana at the wake of the late Perigrino Zamora,
father of Municipal Treasurer Adelaida Z. Corpuz.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/cabugbugan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 8, 2008. Cabugbugan Community School PTCA Coronation Night.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/birthday.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 8, 2008. 1st birthday of James Alfred "Jared" J. Cabatu, whose parents
were the 1st Civil Garden wedding solemnized by Mayor Jun in 2004. Mayor Jun did
the first haircut of baby Jared - a tradition practiced where during the 1st
birthday, a baby's hair is cut.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/bio.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 8, 2008. Bio Elementary SChool Coronation Night graced by the presence
of Municipal Officials.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/tamea.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 7, 2008. Tagudin Municipal Employees Association (TAMEA) General
Assembly.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/oath2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 6, 2008. Oathtaking of Barangay San Miguel's bookkeeper, Ms. Michelle
Ann B. Javier with Mayor Jun and Brgy. Capt. Andrew Lacasandile.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/oath1.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 6, 2008. Oathtaking of Barangay Salvacion's bookkeeper Ms. Imelda L.
Saldivar with Mayor Jun and Brgy. Capt.Virgilio Lacasandile.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/scholars.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 6, 2008. Arapaapko, Sagutmo, Adal Pumayso(ASAP) 17 scholars, this is
part of the continuing 12 Flagship Program on "Education for All".</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/dacutan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 19, 2008. Mayor Jun goes to Dacutan, the 3rd Barangay he visited for
2008 in his "Journey to the 43 Barangays".</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/tampugo.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 13, 2008. Mayor Jun during his "Journey to the 43 Barangays" in Tampugo,
the 2nd barangay he visited for 2008.Righ after the "Journey ... " consultative
meeting, Mayor Jun, together with Tampugo's Barangay Officials visited an area
of concern aired by the residents. This, according to Mayor Jun will be
immediately revisited by the Office of the Municipal Engineer and Municipal
Planning and Development Coordinator.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/pallogan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 12, 2008. Mayor Jun, resumes his "Journey to the 43 Barangays" for his
2nd term with Barangay Pallogan as the 1st Barangay to be visited and consulted
for this year 2008. In this said "Journey..." Mayor Jun encouraged all barangay
officials and residents to provide him with feedback regarding issues, problems
and other concerns in the said barangay so that it could be addressed. All
issues and concerns raised and aired by the residents are being recorded and
noted for its progress and subsequent actions taken.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/mar08/theresians.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
St. Theresa's College alumni pilgrims witness SAS stage acts on the arrival of
ICM Sisters.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/lakbaysundial.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 30, 2008. Sister Consuelo Gacutan, ICM, Principal of SAS, accompanies
the delegates to the 5th Division Leadership Training as they visit Tagudin's
Sundial located the Saint AUgustine's School Compound. </td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/lakbayfarola.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 30, 2008. The delegates at the famous Farola Lighthouse.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/lakbaychurch.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 30, 2008. The delegates at Saint Augustine's Church and Saint
Augustine's School.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/briefing.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 30, 2008. The Delegates to the 5th Division Leadership Training at Mayor
Jun's Residence in Bucao East, where they had their "merienda siena" and a
program in thanksgiving to LGU Tagudin for the support and assistance extended
to them.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/lakbaybitalag.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 30, 2008. The delegates having a taste of Tagudin's delicacies and
native products at the ASAP Tagudin Pasarabo Center and Rest Area in Bitalag.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/lakbayambalayat.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 30, 2008. The delegates cross the Ambalayat hanging bridge.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/treeplanting.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 30, 2008. The delegates in their "Tree Planting" activity at the Tagudin
Controlled Dumpsite in Barangay cabulanglangan.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/skvalentine.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 2, 2008. Tagudin's Sangguniang Kabataan Officials Pre-Valentine Party
at Mayor Jun's Residence in Bucao East.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/pula.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 1, 2008. Awarding of check to Barangay Pula Officials as their share in
the sand and gravel collection amounting to PhP 126,118.00</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/tradefair.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 1, 2008. Meeting of the Committee on Agro-Industrial Trade Fair chaired
by Mr. Reynard Andaya in preparation for the upcoming 4th Tikanlu Festival this
May 2008. Benigno Ponce of the Department of Trade and Industry Provincial
Office came to attend said meeting.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/bio.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 1, 2008. Awarding of check to Barangay Bio Officials as their share in
the sand and gravel collection amounting to PhP 156,292.00</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/abcmeeting.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
February 1, 2008. Meeting of the Association of Barangay Captains(ABC) regarding
the construction of streetlights along the stretch of Manila NOrth Road.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/cleantnhs.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 31, 2008. Mrs. Rosita Pascua, Principal of Tagudin National High School
accompanies the Provincial Clean & Green Team in their visit/validation at the
said school.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/slaughterhouse.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 31, 2008. The Clean and Green Team at the Slaughterhouse.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/rating.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 31, 2008. The Provincial Assessment Team for the "Search for the
Cleanest and Greenest Municipality" rates/evaluates Tagudin, being one among the
"Top 3 Cleanest and Greenest Municipalities" in Ilocos Sur.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/cleanmarket.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 31, 2008. The Provincial Clean & Green Team visits Tagudin Public
Market.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/cleandumpsite.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 31, 2008. The Clean & Green Team at the Tagudin Controlled Dumpsite.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/francisco.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 30, 2008. Mayor Jun attends the wake of the late Francisco Makil Sr.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/training.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 29, 2008. Mayor Jun delivers an inspiring and welcome message during the
5th Division Leadership Training for Student Government Officers hosted by
Tagudin National High School.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/oath4.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 29, 2008. Mrs. Rowena Licudine takes oath as Utility Foreman
(Administrative Aide VI) of the Economic Enterprise.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/mcpc.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 29, 2008. Mr. Ferdinand Concepcion, of the Provincial Department of
Social welfare and Development Office and Head of the Technical Working Group
for the Search for the "Most Child-Friendly Municipality", in a meeting with the
Municipal Council for the Protection on Children(MCPC) regarding the results of
the recently-concluded Search, the 5-Year Investment Plan and other issues.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/visitation.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 24, 2008. RHU Personnel visits Ambalayat Barangay Health Station.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/tax.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 24, 2008. Property Tax Collection at Barangay Ambalayat as part of the
Revenue Enhancement Initiative flagship program.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/tinubong.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 24, 2008. Tagudin's original tinubong as part of the annual celebration
of "Santurom", which is a thanksgiving for a good harvest.</td>
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<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/health.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 24, 2008. Regional and National Personnel of the Department of Health
evaluate Tagudin's Rural Health Unit's Laboratory in relation to its Direct
Observed Treatment(DOT) and Chemotheraphy for Tuberculosis.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/supplies.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 23, 2008. Mayor Jun, Municipal Health Officer Dr. Aly John Lopez and RHU
Personnel open the boxes containing the donation of Ms. Arceli Lapitan Javier of
Kenwa, USA. The box contains assorted medicines and medical gloves.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/oath3.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 21, 2008. Maylin Espinoza takes oath as Bitalag's Barangay Bookkeeper.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/tourism.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. "NC Atin 'to!" team with Tagudin's Committee on Tourism.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/pic.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. "NC Atin 'to!" team with LGU-Tagudin's officials and personnel
and officers of the Federated Sangguniang Kabataan.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/sk.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. "NC Atin 'to" team with Tagudin's Federated SK Officers.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/sundial.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. Featuring: Tagudin's Sundial, by NC host, Kiko.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/sas.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. Saint AUgustine's School Principal Sister Connie gives a brief
profile of the school as it is one among the features in the "NC Atin 'to!"
program.</td>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/church.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. The NC Team at Saint Augustine's Church.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/woodcraft.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. NC host Kiko and Segment Producer Franz Soliman interviews
Sevilla Woodcraft owner Mr. Danilo Sevilla.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/villanueva.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. Lunch and interview hosted by Mr. Antonio Villanueva, Sr.,
National Gawad Saka Awardee at his Integrated Agricultural Farm in Lacong.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/farola.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. Shooting at the Farola Lighthouse and beach.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/bitalag.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. NC Atin 'To! shooting at the ASAP Tagudin Pasarabo Center and
Rest Area in Bitalag.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/kalamansi.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. NC team visits and features the ASAP Tagudin Samahan ng
Magkakalamansi Cooperative's (AT-SMDC) Processing Center in Bitalag, as
Calamansi is the One Town, One Product (OTOP) of Tagudin.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/souvenir.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 12, 2008. "NC Atin 'To" hosts and crew's first stop upon arrival in
Tagudin - The Souvenir Shop, for their ASAP Tagudin yellow t-shirt...</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/alog1.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
<br>
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/alog2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 12, 2008. NC Host Ara rides on a carabao while shooting the traditional
"Panagdapil" for vinegar and basi-making.</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/dumpsite.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 12, 2008. NC host Kiko features Tagudin Controlled Dumpsite emphasizing
its orderliness and proper solid waste management.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/tamarind.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 12, 2008. Featuring .... Cabulanglangan's sweet tamarind.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/rama.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 12, 2008. NC Coverage featuring the "Panagburak ti Rama" in Sitio Luboc,
Brgy. Ambalayat. </td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/abel.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 12, 2008. The traditional loomweaving or "panagabel" being featured in
"NC Atin 'to!"</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/dinner.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 12, 2008. "NC Atin 'to!" having their dinner with Mayor Jun, the Tourism
Committee and other LGU Personnel at the Paraiso ti Amburayan.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/campfire.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
NC atin 'to also featured the Grand Campfire during the eve of January 12, 2008.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/opening.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 10, 2008. Opening Program of the 27th Provincial Jamborette at the
Municipal Auditorium.</td>
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<tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/market.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 10, 2008. The "Jambo Market"</td>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/keepers.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 14, 2008. Mass oathtaking of Tagudin's Barangay Record Keepers by Mayor
Jun.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/secretaries.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 14, 2008. Mass oathtaking of all barangay secretaries.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/rambutan.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. Tree Planting of all scouters within the vicinity of the
Paraiso ti Amburayan.</td>
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<tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/tanod.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
<br>
January 13, 2008. Barangay Tanods of the different barangays of Tagudin on
24-hour duty during the entirety of the Jamborette from January 10-13, 2008.</td>
</tr>
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<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/pump.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. The 27th Jamborette's official water source for bathing and
washing purposes only.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/necro.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 12, 2008. Necrological Service of the late Pula Barangay Captain, Hon.
Jose Leal.</td>
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<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/medics.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. LGU-Tagudin's Medical Team from the Office of the Municipal
Health Officer, in action. Said team has been 24-hours on duty during the
entirety of the Jamborette from January 10-13,2008.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/dv.jpg" width="231" height="169"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/day3.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 13, 2008. Skills competition day with Governor DV Savellano as Guest.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/oath2.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 11, 2008. Oathtaking of Marnelli Rosario Zabala and Zenaida Aquino as
Revenue Collection Clerks II of the Office of the Municipal Treasurer.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="261" height="1" bgcolor="#FFFF66" class="defaultText3" valign="top">
<img border="0" src="images/news/feb08/parade.jpg" width="231" height="169"><br>
January 10, 2008. Parade of all delegates to the 27th Provincial Jamborette.</td>
</tr>
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January 10, 2008. Fellowship Dinner of all BSP Ilocos Sur Council, District
Coordinators and Working Committee of the 27th Provincial Jamborette.</td>
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January 9, 2008. Oathtaking of Mr. Placido Pagsolingan as Administrative
Assistant II (Clerk IV) at the Office of the Municipal Treasurer.</td>
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January 9, 2008. Ms. Manuela Acosta of Barangay Libtong personally thanked Mayor
Jun for the birthday cake she received last January 1, 2008.</td>
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January 6, 2008. First monthly meeting of the Association of Barangay
Captains(ABC) for this year, presided by new ABC President, Hon. Maximo Laplana,
Jr., where Municipal Treasurer Adelaida Corpuz informed them of the deadline for
the payment of licenses and permits for this year which will be on January 18,
2008.</td>
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January 4, 2007. Mr. Rodolfo Candalera of Bio, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur donates
assorted medicines to the Local Government Unit of Tagudin for the use of the
Rural Health Unit. Said medicines were turned over by Mayor Jun to the Office of
the General Services Officer, who in turn gave the medicines to Municipal Health
Officer Dr. Aly John Lopez.</td>
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December 17, 2007. Christmas Party of Barangay Health Workers with Guests Mayor
Jun, Vice-Mayor Lorenzana, SBM Bunoan, SBM Laranang and SBM Pagaduan.</td>
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December 19, 2007. DTI Provincial Director Grace R. Lapastora delivers an
inspiring message during the Turnover, Blessing and Opening of the Processing
Center of ASAP Tagudin Samahan ng Magkakalamansi (AT-SMDC), where DTI gave PhP
50,000 worth of tools/equipments for its operation.</td>
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December 19, 2007. AT-SMDC President Jennifer V. Llanes and Mayor Jun receive
from DTI Provincial Director Lapastora PhP 50,000 worth of tools/equipment for
the use of AT-SMDC.</td>
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December 19, 2007. Mass oathtaking of all 43 barangay treasurers.</td>
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