LGU Virac, Catanduanes

05/10/2026

𝙃𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙮 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙨’ 𝘿𝙖𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙙𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙚𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨! 👩‍🏫👨🏻‍🏫

Your commitment to shaping the minds and futures of the youth is the foundation of a stronger for the brighter future.

Maraming salamat sa inyong walang sawang paglilingkod.

05/10/2026

| The Municipality of Virac was recognized for its continued efforts in marine conservation and sustainable tourism during the Catanduanes Tourism Recognition for Enterprises and Stakeholders (CATRES) held on September 29, 2026, as part of the province’s celebration of World Tourism Month.

The recognition underscored the collaborative efforts of the Municipal Tourism Office, Municipal Agriculture Office, barangays, tourism enterprises, environmental partners, communities, and other stakeholders in the conservation and management of marine resources.

Among the municipality’s conservation initiatives was the protection of identified sea turtle nesting areas, including Tampad Beach, which serves as both a tourism destination and an important habitat for marine biodiversity.

Also recognized during the event was Rosario Zafe Bagadiong, owner of Tampad Beach, in recognition of her continued support for tourism initiatives and activities of the Municipality of Virac. Her partnership provided a venue for various tourism-related programs and strengthened collaboration between the local government and tourism stakeholders.

The Municipal Tourism Office extend this award with its partner offices, agencies, communities, tourism enterprises, and environmental stakeholders, emphasizing that marine conservation required sustained cooperation across sectors.

With this recognition, we continue to affirm the importance of integrating environmental protection into tourism development to ensure that Virac’s natural resources remained protected for future generations.

05/10/2026

𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗰 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 | Thirteen our of 29 trainees completed the five-day training on Basic Life Support (BLS), Basic Water Search and Rescue (BWSR) as part of the safety and preparedness measures for the TU-RISMO sa Sabang Park Project of the Municipal Tourism Office of Virac.

MDRRMO-Virac personnel led the practical sessions, providing instruction and demonstrations on proper BLS procedures, first aid, bandaging, and water rescue techniques.

Participants from Barangay Palnab del Sur applied the lessons through hands-on exercises, including the proper approach, assistance, and safe rescue of a person in distress. The sessions also emphasized the importance of proper coordination, adherence to safety protocols, and appropriate response procedures during emergency and rescue operations.

Tourism Office of Virac extends its appreciation to the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office-Virac, headed by LDRRMO II Josephine Benavidez with participation from the Virac Municipal Police Station (MPS) for their technical guidance and practical demonstrations contributed to strengthening the participants’ knowledge and readiness in handling emergency situations.

Through the training, the municipality strengthened its pool of trained individuals who will contribute to a safer, more prepared, and more employment-ready community, while supporting the municipality’s efforts to develop Sabang Park as a tourism destination that prioritizes the safety and welfare of both residents and visitors.

Phot credits to: LGU Virac Tourism Promotion

05/10/2026

𝗗𝗨𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗢. 𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗠. 𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗛𝗢𝗞. 𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗜𝗦𝗔. | Inaanyayahan ang lahat ng residente sa kani-kanilang barangay na dumalo at aktibong makilahok sa Barangay Assembly Day – 2nd Semester CY 2026.

📌 Ito ay alinsunod sa Proclamation No. 599, s. 2018 na nagdedeklara sa mga Sabado at Linggo ng Marso at Oktubre bilang Barangay Assembly Days, at sa DILG Memorandum Circular No. 2026-012 – Current Omnibus Guidelines for Barangay Assembly Day.

Sa Barangay Assembly, pagkakataon ng bawat residente na:
✅ Malaman ang mga accomplishments, programa, proyekto, at kalagayang pinansyal ng barangay;
✅ Magtanong at maglahad ng mga saloobin, suhestiyon, at concerns;
✅ Magbigay ng mga rekomendasyon para sa ikauunlad ng ating komunidad; at
✅ Aktibong makilahok sa pamamahala at pagpapaunlad ng ating barangay.

Layunin ng Barangay Assembly na itaguyod ang transparency, accountability, at active citizen participation sa ating komunidad.
Sama-sama nating palakasin ang boses at pakikilahok ng bawat residente para sa isang mas bukas, responsable, at maunlad na barangay!

DUMALO. MAKIALAM. MAKILAHOK. MAKIISA.

Inaanyayahan ang lahat ng residente sa kani-kanilang barangay na dumalo at aktibong makilahok sa Barangay Assembly Day – 2nd Semester CY 2026.

📌 Ito ay alinsunod sa Proclamation No. 599, s. 2018 na nagdedeklara sa mga Sabado at Linggo ng Marso at Oktubre bilang Barangay Assembly Days, at sa DILG Memorandum Circular No. 2026-012 – Current Omnibus Guidelines for Barangay Assembly Day.

Sa Barangay Assembly, pagkakataon ng bawat residente na:

✅ Malaman ang mga accomplishments, programa, proyekto, at kalagayang pinansyal ng barangay;

✅ Magtanong at maglahad ng mga saloobin, suhestiyon, at concerns;

✅ Magbigay ng mga rekomendasyon para sa ikauunlad ng ating komunidad; at

✅ Aktibong makilahok sa pamamahala at pagpapaunlad ng ating barangay.

Layunin ng Barangay Assembly na itaguyod ang transparency, accountability, at active citizen participation sa ating komunidad.

Sama-sama nating palakasin ang boses at pakikilahok ng bawat residente para sa isang mas bukas, responsable, at maunlad na barangay!

05/10/2026

𝗖𝗦𝗖, 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 | Top CSC regional officials and municipal mayors of the province convened on September 30, 2026 for a "Meet and Connect" dialogue, bridging national civil service standards with grassroots local government initiatives.

CSC Regional Director Rosalinni V. Moneda and Assistant Regional Director Randy C. Tababa, alongside CSC Catanduanes Provincial Director Enida B. Abordo exchanged insights and strengthened professional ties with participating officials, working towards a responsive, efficient, and people-centered government services.

Present in the gathering were Mayor Aly T. Romano of San Andres, Mayor Princess Vanessa Rodriguez of Bato, Mayor Glenda V. Aguilar of Caramoran, Mayor Jennifer M. Tuplano of Viga and Mayor Sinforoso M. Sarmiento Jr., of Virac.

The delegation also joined the Culmination Night of the 126th Civil Service Month Anniversary held at the Virac Plaza, which gathered representatives from various government agencies and offices across the province.

The celebration served as a fitting conclusion to the month-long observance, recognizing the dedication and contributions of public servants and underscoring the importance of integrity, excellence, and commitment in government service.

30/09/2026

Sa kabila ng patuloy na paglilinis ng LGU-Virac at River Warriors, may ilan pa ring walang pakundangang nagtatapon ng basura sa Tampungan.

Malinaw ang paninindigan ng lokal na pamahalaan sa pangunguna ni Mayor Sinforoso M. Sarmiento, Jr. na hindi susuko, hindi uurong, at hindi hahayaang masayang ang rehabilitasyon ng lugar dahil sa iresponsableng gawain ng iilan.

Muli kami ay nakikiusap at nananawagan sa lahat na maging responsable sa pagtapon ng inyong basura. Ireport agad sa kinauukulang tanggapan ang anumang makikitang ilegal na pagtatapon ng basura at, kung ligtas gawin, magbigay ng kaukulang impormasyon o ebidensya na makatutulong sa pagkilala sa mga lumalabag.

29/09/2026

| The Municipal Tourism Office of Virac conducted the “Virac, I-Bida Ta! Tourism Destination Pitch Challenge” on September 26, 2026, at the ABC Hall in Virac as part of the municipality’s celebration of World Tourism Day 2026.

The activity brought together Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (BSTM) students from the Christian Polytechnic Institute of Catanduanes (CPIC), who presented tourism destination pitches highlighting Virac’s attractions, experiences, unique features, and tourism potential.

Centered on the question, “Why should you visit Virac?”, the challenge encouraged the students to present their own perspectives on what makes the municipality a destination worth discovering.

Through their presentations, the participants showcased fresh ideas on how Virac’s destinations and tourism experiences could be introduced to visitors. The activity also highlighted the students’ creativity, confidence, and ability to communicate the story of the municipality through a tourism perspective.

The Municipal Tourism Office expressed its appreciation to CPIC, the participating BSTM students, faculty members, panelists, and all those who contributed to the successful conduct of the activity.

28/09/2026

| The Municipal Tourism Office of Virac conducted an orientation on September 23, 2026, for participants of “Virac, I-Bida Ta: A Tourism Destination Pitch Challenge,” one of the activities organized in celebration of World Tourism Day 2026.

The orientation gathered Tourism students from the Christian Polytechnic Institute of Catanduanes (CPIC), who were briefed on the competition mechanics, guidelines, and judging criteria. CPIC faculty member Mr. Arnel Gianan was also present to guide and support the participants.

The challenge encouraged students to creatively present Virac’s tourism assets, including its natural attractions, culture and heritage, local products, gastronomy, and tourism experiences.

The Tourism Destination Pitch Challenge was held on September 26, 2026, at the ABC Hall, Virac Municipal Building, providing young future tourism professionals a platform to promote local pride and showcase Virac as a destination worth discovering.