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PARISH OF ST. ISIDORE

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Parish of St. Isidore in Zarraga, Iloilo, was established as an independent parish in 1869 and has since been a central part of the town’s religious and cultural life. Over the years, the church underwent several reconstructions, with major renovations beginning in 1985 and continuing through various leadership transitions. In 1947, the Sacred Heart Academy was founded to promote Catholic education, further strengthening the parish’s role in community formation. Numerous religious groups and programs have been organized to foster spiritual growth, community involvement, and vocations. Despite issues like financial challenges and weather damage, the parish remains active, supported by the ...
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GEN. PERFECTO POBLADOR

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General Perfecto Poblador was a respected Filipino revolutionary leader born in 1857 in Zarraga, Iloilo, and died in 1917 at age 60. He came from a prominent family known for political leadership, including his grandfather Marcelino, the town’s first mayor, and his father Pedro, who also served as mayor. Perfecto played a key military role during the Philippine Revolution, serving under General Martin Delgado as Division Chief of Operations in the Visayas from 1898 to 1901. His leadership helped resist Spanish and American forces, contributing greatly to the fight for Filipino independence. General Poblador’s legacy highlights both his hometown’s important ...
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PANTAT

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Pantat, also known as catfish, is a native fish commonly found in slow-moving or stagnant waters like rivers and ponds in Iloilo. It has a smooth, scaleless body with whisker-like barbels that help it find food in muddy water, and it can survive harsh conditions by breathing air and burrowing into mud. Pantat is an important source of income and food for many families in Zarraga, where it is celebrated annually during the Pantat Festival. The festival highlights the town’s history of catfish farming and promotes local culture through dances, cooking contests, and community events. Pantat farming supports sustainable aquaculture, ...
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