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“MISTAKEN IDENTITY SORRY PO”: Police examine handwritten note in Kennon Road killing of LBP Manager
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — A handwritten note bearing the words “MISTAKEN IDENTITY SORRY PO” has emerged as one of the clues being examined by police investigating the death of a Land Bank of the Philippines (LBP) manager found inside a vehicle along Kennon Road in Tuba, Benguet on September 29, 2026. Authorities have yet to determine who wrote the note, why it was left at the scene, or whether its message is connected to the death of Julio Macario Pagat, 56, head of the LBP
Lorraine Bacullo
14 hours ago3 min read
2 pupils die, 2 injured after alleged electrocution at school fun run in Cauyan, Isabela
CAUAYAN CITY, Isabela — Two pupils died while two others were injured after they were allegedly electrocuted during a Bubble and Color Fun Run at Cauayan South Central School on Saturday morning, October 3, 2026. According to local reports, four students were attended to by Rescue 922 and brought to two hospitals in Cauayan City for medical treatment after the incident. More than 1,000 people, including students, parents and some barangay officials, participated in the activi
Guru Press Staff
14 hours ago2 min read
“Public service is more than just a job” — Gov. Edduba urges iKalinga public servants to serve with purpose
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Governor James S. Edduba reminded iKalinga public servants that government service goes beyond earning a living, urging them to perform their duties with humility, accountability, integrity, and genuine concern for the people they serve. Edduba delivered the message through Provincial Administrator Teddy Gullay during the Araw ng Parangal marking the 126th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary on September 30 at the Kalinga Sports Center, Capitol Hills, B
Lorraine Bacullo
16 hours ago3 min read
Tabuk City records most vehicular accidents in Kalinga: 118 of 127 recorded cases from Jul-Sep 2026
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Tabuk City recorded the highest number of vehicular accident incidents responded to by the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) in Kalinga during the third quarter of 2026, accounting for 118 of the province’s 127 recorded responses from July to September. The figures were presented by the BFP-Kalinga Provincial Headquarters during the 3rd Quarter Joint PPOC-PTF-ELCAC cum PADAC Public Safety Updates on September 30, 2026. Based on the BFP data, Tabuk City rec
Guru Press Staff
17 hours ago2 min read
‘Vehicular accidents in Kalinga up 76%; Bulanao sees most incidents, 5 p.m.–1 a.m. peak’ - BFP Data
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Vehicular accident incidents in Kalinga increased by 76 percent in the third quarter of 2026, with most incidents recorded in Tabuk City, particularly in the Bulanao area, and commonly occurring between 5 p.m. and 1 a.m. According to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)-Kalinga Public Safety Updates presented during the 3rd Quarter Joint PPOC-PTF-ELCAC cum PADAC Meeting on September 30, 2026, the province recorded 127 vehicular accident incidents from Jul
Guru Press Staff
21 hours ago1 min read
“May you continue to pursue your dreams… and, one day, proudly serve our nation” — Vice-Governor Odiem to 9 Kalinga youth who passed the 2026 PMA entrance exam
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — “May you continue to pursue your dreams and, one day, proudly serve our nation.” This was the message of Kalinga Vice Governor Dave Q. Odiem to nine young iKalingas who passed the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) Entrance Examination, reminding them to carry with them the support of their families and fellow Kalingas as they continue their journey toward their aspirations. The nine iKalingas were among 958 aspiring applicants who took the PMA Entrance E
Mark Moises Calayan
21 hours ago2 min read
Beginning October with faith and gratitude: Gov. Edduba, BM Kitongan join Sta. Teresita Parish’s 68th Feast Day in Malibcong, Abra
MALIBCONG, Abra — Beginning the month with faith and gratitude, Kalinga Governor James S. Edduba and Board Member Emilio T. Kitongan joined parishioners, families, and guests in celebrating the 68th Feast Day of Sta. Teresita Parish in Malibcong, Abra on October 1. The celebration brought the community together to honor Sta. Teresita of the Child Jesus while giving the visiting Kalinga public servants an opportunity to take part in a tradition centered on faith, thanksgiving,
Mark Moises Calayan
22 hours ago3 min read
22-yr-old graduating criminology student dies in midnight motorcycle-garbage truck collision in Cauayan
CAUAYAN CITY, Isabela — A 22-year-old graduating Criminology student died after the motorcycle he was driving collided with a garbage truck at around 12:24 a.m. on October 2 in Barangay Cabaruan, Cauayan City, Isabela, while reportedly on his way home to San Mariano. Initial information showed that two individuals were involved in the collision. The victim was rushed to a district hospital for immediate medical attention but was declared dead on arrival. According to the vict
Grace Soriano
22 hours ago2 min read
Balbalan LGU sends provisions to law enforcers as Butbut-Tulgao boundary dispute is being resolved; Tinglayan Mayor Abay grateful for the help
TINGLAYAN, Kalinga – The Municipal Local Government Unit of Balbalan has extended support to law enforcement personnel securing the disputed boundary area in Tinglayan amid ongoing efforts to resolve the tribal conflict between the Butbut and Tulgao tribes. Through the initiative of Mayor Almar Malannag, the Balbalan LGU provided food supplies to police and military personnel deployed in the area on October 1, 2026, in support of peacekeeping efforts being led by the Kalinga
Leonora Lo-oy
22 hours ago2 min read
3,273 flying foxes documented in Flora, Apayao; DENR eyes stronger habitat protection
FLORA, Apayao — A total of 3,273 flying foxes, including 34 golden-crowned flying foxes, were documented in the forests of Flora during threatened species monitoring, prompting the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to consider stronger protection for the area through a possible Critical Habitat designation. The golden-crowned flying fox (Acerodon jubatus) is a megabat endemic to the Philippines and is found mainly in primary and secondary forests. It is c
Mark Jordan Bomogao
2 days ago3 min read
12 fires hit Kalinga in third quarter of 2026, but property damage drops sharply
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)-Kalinga recorded 12 fire incidents during the third quarter of 2026, up from nine incidents during the same period last year, while property damage from fires dropped sharply. Structural fire damage declined from ₱713,850 in 2025 to ₱66,000 in 2026, while non-structural damage fell from ₱326,000 to ₱83,000. The figures were presented during the 3rd Quarter Joint Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC), Provincial Ant
Guru Press Staff
2 days ago1 min read
75 and 85-yr.-old siblings stabbed to death by drunk, infuriated nephew
APARRI, Cagayan – Two senior citizen siblings sustained fatal wounds from their drunk nephew who barged into their house and stabbed them to death in Aparri, Cagayan earlier this week. Aparri Police Statioin, May. Vilmore Mallillin, in an interview with the national media, revealed that the incident transpired at the victims’ house in Paruddun Norte, Aparri on September 28, 2026. Citing police investigators’ account, Mallillin relayed that a young witness told the authori
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago1 min read
32 years on the run: Man wanted for kidnapping, murder finally arrested in Abra
ABRA, Philippines — A man wanted for kidnapping and murder since 1994 was finally arrested by police in Barangay Deet, Tayum, Abra, ending more than three decades of evading authorities. According to a Philippine National Police report released on October 1, 2026, the suspect, whose identity was not disclosed, was arrested on September 25 through the implementation of warrants of arrest. Police records linked the suspect to the kidnapping of a woman in Narvacan, Ilocos Sur, o
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago2 min read
5-year-old missing in Ilagan found dead in Sto. Tomas river
STO. TOMAS, ISABELA — A 5-year-old child who went missing in Ilagan City on the afternoon of September 30, 2026 was found dead in the Bagutari River in Sto. Tomas, Isabela, on October 1 following an overnight search by rescuers and police. Initial information showed that the child left home to play with two other children. Relatives reportedly did not immediately notice that the child had gone out. The child was later reported missing, prompting a search in surrounding areas.
Grace Soriano
2 days ago2 min read
Dead pig found floating in Cataggaman River amid ASF concerns in Cagayan
TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan — A dead pig was reportedly found floating in the river along Cataggaman Boulevard in Tuguegarao City on October 1, 2026, raising concerns among residents amid reported African Swine Fever (ASF) cases in parts of Cagayan. According to 95.7 XFM Tuguegarao, the discovery was shared online, prompting residents to call for the immediate removal of the carcass, particularly amid concerns that the pig may have been disposed of in the water after becoming il
Lorraine Bacullo
2 days ago2 min read
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