Tuguegarao City—In line with the 62nd founding anniversary celebration of the Department of Social Welfare and Development with the theme “DSWD @ 62: Sama-samangHusayTungosaTagumpay”, the Field Office 02 had prepared a week-long celebration which includes the showcasing of talents among DSWD employees and awarding of citations and recognitions to DSWD partners and stakeholders for their invaluable contributions. … Read more »
Trike drivers get livelihood assistance from DOLE 2
TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan—Some 53 members of the Gattaran East Tricycle Operators and Drivers Association (GETODA) receivedlivelihood assistance from the Department of Labor and Employment – Regional Office No. 2 (DOLE 2) on 25 February 2013.… Read more »
HIV/AIDS CASES INCREASING IN REGION 2
Human Immunodeficiency Virus cases in region 2 continue to escalate. Record shows that in 2011 there was only one case of HIV positive however last year has increased to six cases. This leaping number is very alarming since the Philippines is one of the seven countries that continues to experience 25% increase in HIV incidence.… Read more »
DOH celebrates February as Heart Month
As the song line reads “please be careful with my heart”, the DOH started the month of February with a new and revitalized HATAW for a healthier heart. The exercise can be traced in our daily chores at home. Cleaning and laundry are the main ingredients of the exercise but can burn your calories to your limits.… Read more »
Quirino
Quirino lies in the southeastern portion of Cagayan Valley . It is situated within the upper portion of the Cagayan River basin and bounded by Isabela on the north, Aurora on the
east and southeast, and Nueva Vizcaya on the west and southwest.The Ilocano dialect is used widely in the lowlands of the province’s various municipalities while Ifugao is predominant in the uplands.
In view of its location within the watersheds of the Caraballo and Cordillera mountain ranges and its distinction as the major source of fruits and vegetables in the region, Nueva Vizcaya is hailed as a “Watershed Haven and Agro-Forestry”.
Buses and public utility jeepneys ply the routes around the province. Tricycles are numerous in every town. Van/car rental services are available with rates depending on the type of vehicle used and the distance traveled.
»Geography
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