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Police officers of the Iloilo City Police Office (ICPO) stand in formation at Plaza Libertad during the 127th Independence Day celebration. The ICPO is now reinforcing its wellness and fitness programs after 98 of its personnel were recently classified as obese. ICPO PHOTO
Iloilo

ICPO sets full security deployment for Jaro fiesta, cites Dinagyang as...

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“I was not aware. As soon as my attention was called on the gathering, I immediately ordered the dispersal of the people,” says Mayor Jerry Treñas.
Iloilo

IFFI signals post-festival reforms, mulls lower kiosk fees, cheaper food prices

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BACK TO THE HEART OF DINAGYANG. Locals and tourists pack the historic Calle Real in Iloilo City as they celebrate the final day of the Dinagyang Festival on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Following strong public clamor, the Iloilo Festivals Foundation Inc. announced that the Ati tribes competition will return to its traditional Calle Real route next year. The downtown stretch, long regarded as the heart of Dinagyang, drew dense foot traffic throughout the day, underscoring public preference for the festival’s original setting. Organizers said the 2027 edition will restore the full Dinagyang experience that generations of Ilonggos have come to expect. MAI LADIAO/PN
Iloilo

DINAGYANG 2026: A FAILED EXPERIMENT? IFFI signals reset after public backlash...

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“The people followed advisories, respected security measures, and worked with authorities. Peace and order is not achieved by the police alone — it is a shared responsibility,” says Police Regional Office 6 director Brigadier General Josefino Ligan.
Iloilo

44.44% drop in major offenses during Dinagyang

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TWO LEADERS. ONE ILOILO. ONE DINAGYANG. Mayor Raisa S. Treñas and Gov. Arthur “Toto” Defensor Jr. share a moment of unity during Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan, reflecting the spirit of partnership behind the Dinagyang Festival 2026. Year after year, the city and province of Iloilo, together with partners and stakeholders, continue to strengthen their collaboration to showcase the very best of Dinagyang and Kasadyahan.
Iloilo

POWER OF ONE ILOILO: United city–province drive Dinagyang 2026 resounding success

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Iloilo

P8.6-M DRUG HAUL; Iloilo City police net 20 suspects, seize over...

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Iloilo

PRO-6 rewards Dinagyang duty with 2-day rest after incident-free festival

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Iloilo

Pickpockets nabbed amid Dinagyang crowds

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DINAGYANG FESTIVAL 2026 TO THE MAX! Ilonggos and tourists celebrate Dinagyang through various vibrant events across Iloilo City, organized by the local government unit, as well as private companies that extended support to make the festival more colorful and exciting. One of which is AweSM Iloilo 2026, standing out as a joyful gathering of color, culture, and tradition. All ways lead to SM City Iloilo, where families came together to celebrate, share, and create unforgettable Dinagyang moments in their most-loved mall.
Iloilo

DINAGYANG DRAWS THOUSANDS, BOOSTS TOURISM, ECONOMY; Faith-driven festival hailed as major...

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Tribu Salognon of Jaro National High School emerges as the champion of the 2026 Dinagyang Festival’s Ati tribes competition on Sunday, January 25, 2026, delivering a standout performance the stunned the crowd. Their winning portrayal of the maral Leopard cat powerfully highlighted the grace and vulnerability of the Visayan wildlife. AJ PALCULLO/PN
Iloilo

Salognon reclaims Dinagyang crown, pockets P11.5-M incentive in tribes showdown

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