Queen’s Homecoming: SP Dagupan Commends Donna Rein Nuguid
The Sangguniang Panlungsod took a momentary pause from legislation during its regular session on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, to extend a warm homecoming tribute to its very own, Ms. Donna Nuguid. Fresh from her coronation as Miss Universe Pangasinan, the Dagupan City beauty was invited to the session hall where the council formally adopted a resolution commending her for the prestigious title. The legislators praised her dedication and grace, noting that her victory is a reflection of the strong spirit and resilience of every Dagupeno.
Beyond the commendation, the City Council expressed its full support for Nuguid as she prepares for the national and international stages of the Miss Universe pageant. The body emphasized that she carries not just a crown, but the hopes and the genuine warmth of the entire province. With the official backing of the city government, Ms. Nuguid is poised to showcase the unique beauty and heart of Pangasinan to the world, a journey the entire Sangguniang Panlungsod is proud and excited to champion.
SP Lauds Arts Exhibit Championing Youth Wellness
In celebration of National Arts Month, student artists from Grades 11 and 12, together with invited performers and stakeholders, transformed SM Center Dagupan into a space for quiet reflection. Their week-long exhibit and performance series, titled “Dêên: Arts and Its Peace(s),” ran from February 23 to 26, offering the public a chance to experience art beyond aesthetics – as a tool for mental and emotional well-being. The event underscored how painting, music, and movement can serve as outlets for self-expression, helping young people process their feelings and find calm amid life's daily pressures.
SP Head Vice Mayor BK Kua graced the opening on February 23 and praised the initiative for addressing an often overlooked aspect of health. He noted that in a fast-paced world filled with stress and noise, creating art allows the youth to pause, reflect, and heal. The Sangguniang Panlungsod, he assured, remains committed to fostering programs that nurture the whole child – developing not just academic excellence but also emotional resilience and creative confidence for generations to come.
A Day of Vows: Dagupeño Couples Wed
One Bonuan Pavilion transformed into a hall of celebration on February 20 as Dagupeño couples gathered for a mass wedding ceremony. The occasion brought together pairs from across the city, each ready to begin their shared journey as husband and wife. Vice Mayor BK Kua offered wisdom, speaking to the couples about the deeper meaning of the day – not merely as a celebration of love, but as the start of a lifelong partnership built on mutual support and unwavering commitment.
Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod majority were also present to witness the occasion, showing their full support for an event that celebrates love and the formation of new families. The city government, Vice Mayor Kua reaffirmed, continuously champions programs that strengthen Dagupeño households, recognizing that the community's progress begins with stable and