Tabuk City, Kalinga – A regional top most wanted person facing rape charges was arrested in Tabuk City on Tuesday, February 17, after eluding authorities for more than four years.   The suspect, who is from Balbalan, was apprehended in Purok 6, Bulanao, after police served a warrant of arrest issued by the Regional Trial Court, Branch 25, in Bulanao, Tabuk City.   He was listed as the Top 8 Most Wanted Person in the Cordillera region for the first quarter of 2026. The suspect

Tabuk City, Kalinga – A 30-year-old traveler reported carrying marijuana ended up in police custody after a suspected contraband fell from his unzipped bag while rushing to cross the road in Purok 6, Bulanao, Tabuk City on February 16, 2026.   The suspect (name withheld by the police) was identified as a 30-year-old resident of Casiguran, Aurora Province. According to Kalinga Police Spokesperson, PCapt. Ruff Manganip, the suspect arrived in Tabuk City onboard a passenger jeep

Vince Christen Mauvry Awing-Lasam Mabalot might have had plenty of reasons not to do well in the 2026 Respiratory Therapist Licensure Examination, but he still chose to overcome obstacles and top the board exam to honor his mother.   Vince, a 24-year-old from Taga, Pinukpuk, was named Top 8 in the February 2026 Respiratory Therapist Licensure Examination.   In an interview with GURU Press Cordillera, Vince admitted that he aimed to top the board exam, fueled by the high expec

Tabuk City, Kalinga – A total of 165 cyclists from across Northern Luzon—ranging from young riders to adults and even elders—came together for the Lumin-Awa Bike Fest on February 15, 2026, celebrating fitness, camaraderie, and the breathtaking landscapes of Kalinga. With the theme “Active Transport: Promoting Active Mobility para iwas NCD,” Board Member Julius Glenn Amla spearheaded the event, highlighting the province’s scenic routes while promoting active mobility. The part

Lamut, Ifugao – Residents of Ifugao living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) no longer need to travel long hours to Baguio or other provinces for care, following the recent opening of the HIV Treatment Hub in the town of Lamut. Named Balen di Pamhod (“House of Love”), the hub is located at Panopdopan District Hospital (PDH) and has been certified to provide comprehensive HIV treatment and related services. The certification was granted by the Department of Health–Cordil

Tabuk City, Kalinga – Defending champion Agbannawag National High School (ANHS) once again won another title in the Secondary Drum and Lyre Competition held on February 13 at the Kalinga Sports Complex in Bulanao—successfully retaining the crown it snatched in last year’s contest. The field performance competition has long been one of the main highlights of the month-long festivities in the province, transforming musical pieces into vibrant showcases of rhythm, choreography,

Banaue, Ifugao – A visit to one of Ifugao’s heritage villages turned tragic on February 18, 2026, for a 65-year-old Dutch tourist who reportedly collapsed and later died during the tour. The victim was identified as Hendrikus Gerardus Theodorus Maria Van Rossum from Raalte, Netherlands. According to initial information from police obtained by local media, Van Rossum and his companions were on a guided tour in Bangaan, Banaue, and had earlier descended to the village to explor

Tanudan, Kalinga – Tanudan crafted and presented the best entry in the first Lumin-Awa Float Parade, a triumph credited to the entire village working together to bring the creativity and artistry of the iTanudans to life, according to Municipal Tourism Officer Aurie Mae Banson. The municipality took home the first-ever title for the Lumin-Awa Float Parade with its moss-inspired float, which showcased notable attractions such as the Lubo Rice Terraces, Tawang Falls (a newly op

Cauayan City, Isabela – A modern rice processing facility backed by the Japanese government will soon be constructed in Cauayan City, Isabela, to strengthen rice supply management and support local farmers. According to the Department of Agriculture (DA), the Japanese government is providing 1.7 billion yen, or around P665 million, in grant assistance for the establishment of the facility, which will be operated by the National Food Authority (NFA). The Provincial Government

Tabuk City, Kalinga – Three of the country’s most popular music acts are set to serenade fans in Bangued, Abra, on February 23, 2026, as part of the town’s Washington Festival. The performance is part of the highly anticipated Washington Artista Night, a festival highlight where residents and visitors gather for music, community fellowship, and cultural celebration at the Town Plaza. The event is made possible through the initiative of Congressman JB Bernos, Solid North Party

Tabuk City, Kalinga — Governor James Edduba delivered his send-off speech at the start of the Lumin-Awa Bike Fest on February 15, 2026, at Capitol Hills, Bulanao, Tabuk City, emphasizing that victory is never measured by who finishes first, but by discipline and respect. Cycling enthusiasts from Kalinga and neighboring provinces—including Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, Apayao, and Quirino—converged for the Lumin-Awa Bike Fest, navigating the Bulanao-to-Bulo stretch in the m

Tabuk City, Kalinga – Three young farmers from Kalinga are now preparing to compete at the national Young Farmers Challenge (YFC) after excelling at the regional level of the program’s Start-Up component. Overview of the Young Farmers Challenge Launched in 2021, YFC is a competitive financial grant program by the Department of Agriculture that aims to empower and inspire young farmers to create and implement agri-fishery enterprises, boosting agricultural productivity. Partic