“To the players, play your best, play hard, but respect your opponents, and respect the game. Kahit manalo o matalo, we accept the result and shake the hand of our opponent and the referee or umpire. As they say, may we be humble in victory, and gracious in defeat,” Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc remarked during the opening program of 2024 Region 1 Athletic Association (R1AA) Meet on April 22.

Some 80 information officers from various provincial offices of national government agencies (NGAs) and local government units (LGUs) in Ilocos Norte participated in the Effective Government Communication and Public Information Training on April 19, 2024, at Sola Hotel, Laoag City.

The province of Ilocos Norte led by Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc has fully prepared sports facilities, particularly the Ferdinand E. Marcos (FEM) Memorial Stadium, for the 2024 Region 1 Athletic Association (R1AA) Meet which will be held from April 21 to 27 in the province.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through its Communications and Media Office (CMO), and in collaboration with the Philippine Information Agency, will conduct a training for information officers on April 19, at the Sola Hotel, Laoag City.

Farmers in the municipality of Bacarra, through the assistance of the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte, have secured a partnership to supply an institutional buyer in Canlubang, Laguna, with white onion products from Ilocos Norte.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte, through the Ilocos Norte Sports Development Office, confirmed that the province is fully equipped to accommodate the 14 participating schools divisions in the Region 1 Athletic Association Meet, which is set to happen from April 21 to 27, 2024. 

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) spearheaded by Gov. Matthew Marcos Manotoc led a series of cash-for-work payout distribution on April 2 as Ilokano farmers concluded their environmental preservation services.

The Public Employment Service Office (PESO) of the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) sustained its position as the Regional's Best PESO for 2023 during the Department of Labor and Employment’s (DOLE) Year-End Performance Assessment and Planning Exercise cum 2024 Congress in Alaminos City, Pangasinan, on March 13.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) officially established a sisterhood partnership with the City Government of Danao through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on March 7.

Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc attended the Opening Ceremony of the Little League Philippine Series (LLPS) 2024-North Luzon Regional Championships at the Ilocos Norte Centennial Arena, on February 21.

The “Fiesta Empanada” of the  City of Batac won its 2nd championship title at the 11th “Tan-ok ni Ilocano: Festival of Festivals” at the Ferdinand E. Memorial (FEM) Stadium in Laoag City on February 16, with its portrayal of culinary prowess as a bridge for lasting friendship.

Senator Imee R. Marcos returned to Ilocos Norte, on February 16, as the guest of honor and speaker in the 11th edition of the "Tan-ok ni Ilokano: Festivals of Festivals" at the Ferdinand Endralin Marcos Stadium, Laoag City.

This year's “Tan-ok ni Ilocano: Festival of Festivals” (The Greatness of the Ilocano) will showcase the unique oral traditions of participating municipalities and cities on February 16 at the new Ferdinand E. Marcos Memorial Stadium in Laoag City.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte,  and component local government units of the province are gearing up for the staging of the 11th “Tan-ok ni Ilocano: Festival of Festivals,” the grandest cultural showdown in the province, on February 16, at the Ferdinand E. Marcos Memorial Stadium in Laoag City. 

“Today, of course, we mark the 206th Foundation Anniversary of our dear province, and we are reminded that we are but a small part of the province's history, and we are humbled when we contextualize our small role,” Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc remarked during the commemoration of the 206th Foundation Anniversary of Ilocos Norte on February 2.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), spearheaded by Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc, kicks off the month-long celebration of the 206th foundation anniversary of the province through the distribution of over P32 million worth in assistance and the groundbreaking ceremony of the Ilocos Norte Central Terminal Hub and Parking Building today, February 2.

The province of Ilocos Norte strengthens its bid as a premier “sports hub” of the North through the successful hosting of the first National Basketball Training Center (NBTC)-North Luzon Regional Championship (NLRC) from January 19 to 21, with Northern Manila District’s Yengskivel Sportswear emerging victorious.

The province of Ilocos Norte kicked off the prestigious first National Basketball Training Center (NBTC)-North Luzon Regional Championship with the first round of games played today, January 19 at the Ilocos Norte Centennial Arena.

"In the midst of us today are our many future champions, and may we hope that this event is one step in their growth not only as athletes but also as individuals and as members of the Ilokano community," Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc remarked during the opening program of the 2024 Ilocos Norte Division Athletic Association (INDAA) at the recently inaugurated Ferdinand E. Marcos (FEM) Stadium yesterday.

Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc led the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte, through the Office of Barangay Affairs (OBA) and Metro Ilocos Norte Council (MINC), in distributing cash assistance to barangay workers and Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) drivers in the province.

Five (5) Ilokano students from Sarrat National High School secured medals at the recently concluded World International Mathematical Olympiad (WIMO) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from January 5 to 8.

The Ilocos Police Provincial Office (INPPO) has announced that the New Year's celebration in Ilocos Norte was generally "peaceful."

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through the Ilocos Norte Tourism (INTO), decked the arid landscape of Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes in Paoay with the re-run of the “Himala sa Buhangin!” Arts and Music Festival to celebrate the new Cebu-Laoag flight in partnership with Philippine Airlines (PAL) on December 15.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte, in partnership with Dovetail Social, an Australia-based cafe by Filipina-Australian chef, Rejoice Thomson, launched the first-ever Ilocos Norte Coffee and Food Festival at the St. Augustine Church in Paoay town on December 13 and 14.

The newly-rehabilitated Ferdinand E. Marcos (FEM) Memorial Stadium of Ilocos Norte was awarded with the “Highly Commended Prize” and was shortlisted in the Sports Category at the World Architecture Festival 2023.

The Province of Ilocos Norte welcomed the maiden flight of Philippine Airlines' new Cebu-Laoag route, connecting the urban hub of Cebu and Laoag City this morning, December 15.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), headed by Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc, led the Ilokano community in welcoming the holiday season through a Christmas tree lighting ceremony and light-up of the Provincial Capitol in Laoag City, on December 7. 

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), headed by Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc, led the Ilokano community in welcoming the holiday season through a Christmas tree lighting ceremony and light-up of the Provincial Capitol in Laoag City, on December 7. 

The Department of Agriculture (DA), through the National Food Authority (NFA), and the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), led the groundbreaking ceremony for a post-harvest facility at NFA Dingras Grains Center on December 1.

As one of the highlights of the Linggo ng Kabataang SIRIB (LINKS) celebration in the province, the 2023 Junior Officials of the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) conducted a Special Session at the Banna Municipal Session Hall, on August 24.

The renowned Naismith Trophy of the FIBA World Cup is now in Ilocos Norte as part of a nationwide tour, before becoming the sought-after prize among 32 teams competing in the highly anticipated 2023 edition of the basketball tournament starting on August 25 here in the Philippines.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through the Ilocos Norte Tourism Office, in collaboration with the Second District Congressional Office and the Municipal Government of Pinili, officially inaugurated the Pinili Inabel Center in time for the 99th birthday celebration of Ilokano master weaver and National Living Treasure, Nana Magdalena Gamayo, in Pinili town, on August 13.

Senator Imee R. Marcos, in coordination with Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc of the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte, extended support to the province by deploying five (5) medical teams to communities devastated by Super Typhoon (ST) “Egay” on July 26.

In line with his initiatives to further boost Ilocos Norte’s agricultural sector, Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc led the groundbreaking of the province’s first large-scale tomato cold storage facility, with Department of Agriculture (DA) Regional Director Annie Q. Barres and Mayor Remigio B. Medrano, in Sarrat, Ilocos Norte, on July 19.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte held a graduation ceremony to recognize and celebrate the achievements of 406 Sirmata Provincial Learners Scholars who have demonstrated academic excellence and dedication to their studies at the Student Center of Northwestern University on July 21, 2023.

Mr. Nathaniel Alapide, a Dubai-based Filipino sand artist and a Guinness Book of World Records holder for the largest sand drawing, visited Ilocos Norte on July 15.

Mr. Nathaniel Alapide, a Dubai-based Filipino sand artist and a Guinness Book of World Records holder for the largest sand drawing, visited Ilocos Norte on July 15.

As part of Ilocos Norte’s commitment in promoting sustainable measures for the protection of its environment, the Plastic Recycling and Materials Recovery Facility, a project by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) and the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) located in the Municipality of Marcos will soon begin its operations. 

In a bid to enhance the firefighting capabilities and response readiness in Ilocos Norte, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has turned over 11 newly-acquired fire trucks to the province last July 17, 2023.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), in cooperation with the Department of Education (DepEd)-Schools Division of Ilocos Norte, is hosting the Pre-National Qualifying Meet (PNQM) for Cluster 1, a newly-introduced tier of the Palarong Pambansa, from July 17 to 20, 2023.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through the Ilocos Norte INVest Office, and in collaboration with the Board of Investments, and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), conducted a two-day training titled “Capacity Building of Investment Promotion for Local Government Units and IP-TWG Members,” at the Palacio de Laoag Hotel, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte on June 29 and 30.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office, in collaboration with the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA), conducted the “Maagang Aksyon at Akmang Gawin Ayon sa Panahon (MAAGAP)” awareness seminar at the Paoay Lake JLP Resort and Hotel, on June 29.

Regional Development Council-1 (RDC) Chairperson, Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc, along with RDC-1 Vice-Chairperson Mrs. Irenea B. Ubungen, led the RDC 2nd Quarter Full Council Meeting for the Calendar Year 2025 at the Fort Ilocandia Resort and Hotel in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, on June 27.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte’s (PGIN) Public Employment Service Office (PESO) was recognized by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Region I as the "2022 Best PESO" in the Provincial Category.

The "2022 Best PESO" award validates the effectiveness of PESO's initiatives and highlights their remarkable impact on the community.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through the Public Employment Service Office, and in partnership with the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, and the Department of Labor and Employment conducted a job fair at Robinsons Place Ilocos on June 12, offering 2,100 employment opportunities to Ilokano job seekers.

"We recall, commemorate, and honor those freedom fighters from our beloved province of Ilocos Norte. After all, we have the blood of freedom fighters running through our veins because we know the crucial role that Ilokanos played in our fight for freedom and independence," Ilocos Norte Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc remarked as he led the celebration of the 125th Independence Day anniversary in the province through flag-raising and wreath-laying ceremonies in front of the Provincial Capitol in Laoag City, today.

In a move to prioritize the well-being of students by easing their discomfort caused by the hot weather, the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) recently distributed more than 3,000 electric fans to schools divisions in the province.

The Mariano Marcos Memorial Hospital and Medical Center (MMMHMC) in the City of Batac, Ilocos Norte, in collaboration with Singapore General Hospital (SGH), conducted a free surgical mission at MMMHMC on May 26 and 27.

To provide better healthcare, increased accessibility, and improved patient outcomes, the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) inaugurated the Governor Roque B. Ablan Sr. Memorial Hospital (GRBASMH) Outpatient Department (OPD) Expansion Building on May 26.

This year’s edition of Miss Ilocos Norte has focused on enlivening creative industries by showcasing Ilokano designers’ creations in the different segments of the pageant.

Lovely M. Demandante, a 20-year-old lass from Dingras town, was crowned Miss Ilocos Norte 2023 during the highly anticipated finals at the Ilocos Norte Centennial Arena in Laoag City, last night.

AC Energy Corporation (ACEN), a listed energy platform under the Ayala Group, inaugurated their latest 160-megawatts wind farm project in Ilocos Norte, last May 19, with President Ferdinand “Bong-Bong” Marcos Jr., and Energy Secretary, Raphael P. Lotilla leading the ceremony.

Twenty-three (23) modern Ilokanas showcased exquisite works of Ilokano fashion designers in the Preliminary Competition of the 2023 Miss Ilocos Norte at Currimao Sea Wall, last night.

Cebu Pacific (CEB) officially resumed its Manila-Laoag flight operations at the Laoag International Airport today.

During the second day of their trade mission in the People's Republic of China (PRC), Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc, along with the representatives from Ilocos Norte, met with local officials, ambassadors, and executives from private businesses and enterprises of Shandong to discuss potential investments and trade collaborations.

The Province of Ilocos Norte pursues stronger relation and eyes new investments with the Province of Shandong, as its delegation met with government officials, leaders of state-owned enterprises, and partner university during the first day of their trade mission in the People’s Republic of China.

Ilocos Norte Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc remains committed to renewing the province’s partnership with the People's Republic of China, as he met with Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian at the Ambassador's Official Residence in Makati City, Metro Manila yesterday

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through the Ilocos Norte Tourism Office (INTO), transformed the scenic Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes, in Paoay town into a haven of art, music, food, and other adventure-filled activities for the "Himala sa Buhangin!" Arts and Music Festival on May 13 and 14, 2023.

Singing sensation and internet superstar Gigi de Lana received a warm welcome from the Ilokano crowd last night at the "10th Himala sa Buhangin!" set on the Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes.

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc and the concurrence of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, has officially designated Mrs. Leah Blas as the new head of the Provincial Budget Office (PBO) on May 8.

The newly-rehabilitated Ferdinand E. Marcos (FEM) Memorial Stadium of Ilocos Norte was chosen as “Special Mention Nominee” of the Architizer A+ Awards 2023. 

In time for the month-long celebration of Ilocos Norte's provincial fiesta, Philippine Airlines (PAL) will offer Laoag-Cebu special flights on May 12 and 15 as a promotion of the regular scheduling of the route at the Laoag International Airport (LIA).

To further improve human resource management and workplace environment in the province, the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through the Public Employment Services Office (PESO), and in partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), conducted a one-day training titled “Revitalizing Talent Management for Workplace Sustainability” at the Centennial Arena, Laoag City on May 2. 

Carla Joy Cabugon, 15 years old; John Carl Cabugon, 16 years old; and Charmaine Mae Cabugon, 19 years old, from Brgy. Nagbacalan, Paoay, Ilocos Norte, who are members of the Dragonboat National Team will compete in the 32nd South East Asian Games in Cambodia this May 5 to 17.

The Municipality of Paoay, in collaboration with the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) and the Philippine Canoe Kayak Dragonboat Federation (PCKDF), hosted the 3rd Paoay Lake Dragon Boat Festival at the Paoay Lake National Park on April 28 to 30, 2023.

To champion holistic development among local youth organizations and volunteer groups, the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) through the Ilocos Norte Youth Development Office (INYDO) conducted a 3-day mandatory and continuing training with the theme, “Ituloy NatIN,” at Northview Hotel, Laoag City on April 26 to 28.

Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc met with the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Philippine National Oil Corporation (PNOC) Mr. Pedro L. Lite for the presentation of plans and financial study of the Solar Photovoltaic Installation project last April 18, a move to scale up the utilization of “clean” energy in Ilocos Norte.