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Negrense Heroes during the Spanish Era

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Negrense Heroes during the Spanish Era  Demetrio Larena Diego De La Vina Pedro Teves Miguel Patero Laureano Flores Meliton Larrena Sergio Lopez Sinco Jose De La Vina Herminigildo T. Villanueva Ramon Teves Pastor Esperidion Villegas Ambrosio Somoza You may want to read: Balay Negrense

Engr. Kristine Bantay

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Engr. Kristine Bantay is the Officer-in-Charge of the Space Data Mobilization and Applications Division at the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA). She has diverse backgrounds in electronics engineering and marine science. In her role at PhilSA, she specializes in earth observation and environmental resource mapping- focusing on coastal ecosystems, including mangroves, corals, and seagrass.

Dr. Adriel Obar Meimban

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Dr. Adriel Obar Meimban (1950-2024) Historian and Educator Dr. Meimban was considered the foremost expert on the local history of La Union. He published La Union: The Making of A Province, 1850-1921 in 1997 and was in the process of writing a sequel that covers the years. He also wrote an article about the presidency … Read more

Bishop Pablo Virgilio S. David

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Bishop Pablo Virgilio S. DavidTENTH FILIPINO CARDINAL OF THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH We greet the Most Reverend Pablo Virgilio S. David, D.D. for his upcoming elevation to the rank of cardinal in the Roman Catholic Church. Bishop David currently serves the Roman Catholic Diocese of Kalookan and is the President of the Catholic Bishops Conference … Read more

Salvador Bernal

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SALVADOR BERNALNational Artists for Theater Design Salvador Bernal is celebrated for his contributions to over 300 productions, utilizing locally sourced materials like bamboo and abaca. Known for his resourcefulness, Bernal redefined Filipino theater design, making it accessible even on limited budgets. He trained a new generation of designers through his work at the University of … Read more