Cauayan City, Isabela – An attempt to pacify a man who went berserk ended in tragedy in Isabela, leaving two people dead—one of them a police officer assigned to the Cauayan City Police Station.   At around 1:00 a.m. on Friday, October 17, Police Corporal Jay-ar Galabay, a resident of Reina Mercedes, Isabela, had just finished providing covert security for the Miss Tourism Philippines 2025 Coronation Night. He was on his way home when he encountered Jomark Molina.   According

Tabuk City, Kalinga – Police Colonel Gilbert Fati-ig is officially back home to lead the Kalinga police force, following the turnover of command ceremony held at Camp Captain Juan M. Duyan in Bulanao on Thursday, October 16. Fati-ig received the command to lead the Kalinga Police Provincial Office (KPPO) from outgoing Provincial Director PCol. James Mangili during the ceremony facilitated by PCol. Julio Lizardo, Acting Deputy Regional Director for Administration of PRO-CAR, a

Baguio City, Philippines – As recent flood control anomalies continue to plague the country, the City of Baguio launched blockchain technology on October 15 in partnership with Bayanichain, aiming to improve transparency and accountability in government. The launch makes Baguio the first city in the country and in Southeast Asia to implement and adopt blockchain technology for public records. The initiative also includes a feedback center where citizens can submit their queri

Cagayan, Philippines – The 24-year-old man who suffered a spinal cord injury when the Piggatan Bridge in Alcala collapsed earlier this month will receive zero billing from the Cagayan Valley Medical Center (CVMC), where he was treated. The 24-year-old was among the individuals passing through the 45-year-old Piggatan Bridge when it gave way due to the combined weight of four trucks on October 7. The bridge, constructed in 1980, was only retrofitted in 2016 with a funding of ₱

Tanudan, Kalinga – Members of the Sangguniang Bayan of Tanudan welcomed new council member, newly-selected Municipal Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative(IPMR), Hon. Jocelyn Dulagan on October 13. Dulagan marked her first attendance at the SB on Monday, where she took her oath administered by Mayor Jaedicke Rhoss Dagadag, witnessed by the different barangay IPMRs and the SB members led by Vice Mayor Antonio Basungit Jr. The newly-designated municipal official who is a

Baguio City, Philippines - The Department of Agriculture in Cordillera warned the public against an individual who is pretending to be affiliated with the agency and deceitfully asking for money for the victims of the earthquake in Cebu.  It can be recalled that Cebu was hit by a magnitude 6.9 earthquake on September 30, 2025, displacing around 15,000 families - more than 60 individuals died and over 300 were injured. Since then, various kinds of assistance have been given an

Tabuk City, Kalinga - The Provincial Government of Kalinga (Kalinga PLGU), under the leadership of Governor James S. Edduba, has earned a spot among the top provinces in the country when it comes to how government funds are managed and spent for the people.  In a Memorandum Circular No. 017-2025 dated October 1, 2025, of the Bureau of Local Government Finance (BLGF), Kalinga placed 7th nationwide in Total Current Operating Expenditures per Capita (TCOE).  According to the BLG

Baguio City, Philippines - An Igorot coffee roaster from the Baguio City wins big in the national coffee scene after securing a spot in the prestigious Philippine Coffee Roasting Competition (PCRC) 2025, showcasing not only exceptional roasting skills but also the rich coffee heritage of the highlands. The PCRC is an annual competition that brings together the nation’s finest roasters to highlight innovation and excellence in Philippine coffee. This year the contest was held

Lamut, Ifugao - Drawing hundreds of students, faculty, and community members, Ifugao State University (IFSU) successfully hosted a Concert for a Cause, featuring Miss World Philippines–Ifugao 2025 and acclaimed Filipino OPM band Orange & Lemons. The Voices of Hope: Benefit Concert for Healing and Compassion was held on October 4, 2025 at the IFSU Luis Hora Gymnasium, Lamut, Ifugao, aimed at raising funds for local educational and outreach programs while celebrating music, cul

Calayan, Cagayan – The Municipality of Calayan received P500,000.00 financial assistance from the Pasig City Local Government Unit on October 15, 2025 at the City Mayor’s Office in San Nicolas, Pasig City to help the island recover from the devastation caused by Super Typhoon Nando. The said assistance was personally received by the representatives of Calayan Municipal Government. It can be recalled that Super Typhoon Nando made landfall over Panuitan Island in Calayan, Cagay

Dolores, Abra - Who would have thought that the leaves “Saluyot” (jute) and “Karimbuaya” (cactus) could be turned into a sweet and become marketable?  For a group of young innovators from Rosalio Eduarte National High School (RENHS) in Dolores, Abra, that idea came to life when they created a new kind of well-loved pastillas (Filipino snack) they called “Saluyot Pastillas.”  Behind the experiment are Grade 12 students - Shane Ballacillo, Tifanny Paris Blanes, Kyla Nichole Pad

Echague, Isabela - Two men, both in their 20s, died on the spot after a tragic road accident in Echague, Isabela, in the evening of Monday, October 13, 2025.  The victims, according to XFM-Santiago, were identified by the police as alias “Christian,” 21, a resident of Santiago City, and alias “Adonis,” 24, from Barangay Diasan, Echague.  A report from Echague Police Station obtained by the said media disclosed that the two were traversing the road in Barangay Road, Villa Camp

Tabuk City, Kalinga - Many students nowadays are increasingly dependent on Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to finish their schoolwork faster, but it has affected their abilities to think critically and write independently.   This was among the concerns about the situation of students in Kalinga that were brought up to stakeholders meeting in the province on Wednesday, October 15, at the Legislative Building in Bulanao, Tabuk City.   Led by Board Member Emilio T. Kitongan,

Tabuk City, Kalinga – the Department of Trade and Industry Kalinga, in partnership with DTI CAR, held the 1st Intellectual Property Summit in the province at Davidson Hotel and Restaurant on October 14, 2025 to raise awareness on importance of Intellectual Property (IP) and the creator’s rights. The CREATE IP Summit forms part of DTI and IPOPHL’s continuing efforts to ensure that local talents, traditions, and innovations receive the recognition and protection they deserve. I

Conner, Apayao – A 20-year-old man who was charged for raping a minor was arrested in Reina Mercedes, Isabela on Monday, October 13, 2025. The young man who was hidden by the Police Regional Office 2 under the name ‘Gelo’ was nabbed by the operatives through an arrest warrant for Statutory Rape in Barangay Mallalatang Grande by combined units from Cagayan Valley region and Apayao. Gelo’s warrant of arrest was issued by the Regional Trial Court 2nd Judicial Region, Branch 26 i

Baguio City, Philippines - Known for its cool climate and scenic mountain views, Baguio has earned another international recognition as it has been named one of Asia’s top travel destinations in Agoda’s Top Destinations for Traditional Music Lovers on October 1, 2025. Located in the heart of the Cordillera region, the City of Pines has made its way onto Asia’s list of top destinations with its unique indigenous melodies resonating deeply with travelers from around the worl

Mabilong, Lubuagan – In her message relayed by Ms. Jasmine Baac during the turn-over and inauguration of the Kalinga Weaving Center on October 9, 2025 in Mabilong, Lubuagan, Senator Loren Legarda commended the iKalingas for their steadfast role in sustaining the living tradition of "laga," reaffirming her commitment to supporting Indigenous industries through education, legislation, and community-driven development. Legarda highlighted the center as a vital space for preservi

Luna, Apayao - Within the next 5 years (2026-2031) the Curriculum for Senior High School (SHS) in Apayao Province shall have significant transformation to enhance educational experience, said Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Irene S. Angway during an interview with Guru Press Cordillera on October 15, pointing out the need to address identified gaps of the current SHS curriculum. ‘’One challenge we see in the current curriculum of our senior high school is the gap between

Tinglayan, Kalinga – For four consecutive quarters, the Municipal Local Government Unit of Tinglayan has been ‘Fully Compliant’ with the Full Disclosure Policy (FDP), a manifestation of the municipality’s commitment to transparency and good governance. Tinglayan is one of the towns in the province cited by the Department of Interior and Local Government as fully compliant with the FDP from the second quarter of 2024 to the first quarter of 2025. FDP, as defined by the DILG, i

Tanudan, Kalinga – The crystal clear Tawang Falls in Tanudan is set to be formally opened as one of the town’s tourism destinations through the ‘Tanudan Run 2025’ in November; registration for the event is ongoing. The Tawang Falls is found in the Donglayan River in Sitio Cabugao, Pangol – a 30-minute ride from the Province’s Capital, Tabuk City. The falls offer a beautiful view, clear waters, and a ‘perfect place’ for swimming. To officially open the destination to the publi