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23-year-old Grade 12 student arrested in Sta. Ana drug buy-bust
STA. ANA, Cagayan — A 23-year-old Grade 12 student was arrested in a drug buy-bust operation in Zone 5, Barangay Centro, Sta. Ana, Cagayan on October 1, 2026. The suspect, identified by the alias “Nestor John,” is a resident of Sitio Racat, Barangay Rapuli, Sta. Ana. He was reportedly arrested after selling suspected shabu to a police officer who acted as a poseur-buyer. Police recovered four sachets of suspected shabu, two empty sachets, the ₱2,000 marked money used in the o
Guru Press Staff
14 minutes ago1 min read
Woman dies after fall from Baguio condo; police probe incident
Reader Advisory: This report involves a death and may be distressing to some readers. Details are presented for news reporting purposes. Please avoid sharing graphic images or unverified information about the incident. BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — A woman died after falling from a condominium along Kisad Road here at around 8 a.m. Sunday, October 4, with police investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. The incident was reported at Ina Mansion, a condominium prop
Mark Moises Calayan
35 minutes ago1 min read
Death toll rises to 4 in Roxas, Isabela blast; 85-year-old grandmother among killed
Reader advisory: This report involves the deaths of children and an elderly victim. Readers are advised to exercise discretion. ROXAS, Isabela — The death toll from the explosion in Barangay Sinamar, Roxas, Isabela rose to four on Sunday after an 85-year-old woman who was among those injured in the blast also died. The latest fatality was identified as Gloria Jabonitalla, a resident of Barangay Sinamar. Her death was confirmed by her daughter, Saj Jabonitalla, in a social med
Guru Press Staff
38 minutes ago1 min read
Death toll in suspected explosive blast in Roxas, Isabela now at three
⚠️ Reader advisory: This report involves the deaths and injuries of children. Readers, particularly those who may be sensitive to reports involving children, are advised to exercise discretion. The identities and circumstances reported above are based on available reports, while authorities continue to verify details. ROXAS, Isabela — In the latest update, two more children were confirmed dead, bringing the death toll to three children with two others injured after an unide
Guru Press Staff
2 hours ago2 min read
8-year-old killed, 5 injured after suspected bomb blows up in Roxas, Isabela
ROXAS, Isabela — An 8-year-old boy died while five others, including four minors and an 85-year-old woman, were injured after an explosion in Barangay Sinamar, Roxas, Isabela on Sunday morning, October 4, 2026. The incident occurred at around 9 a.m. in Purok Raniag, according to the initial information cited by XFM Santiago. The fatality was identified only as alias “JM,” a Grade 3 pupil, while the other injured minors were identified as CJ, PJ, JJ and AP. An 85-year-old woma
Leonora Lo-oy
6 hours ago1 min read
16-year-old drowning victim found dead in Solana, Cagayan
SOLANA, Cagayan — The body of a 16-year-old drowning victim was recovered in Barangay Natappian East, Solana, Cagayan, following a coordinated search and retrieval operation involving government responders, barangay officials, residents and the victim’s relatives on October 3, 2026. The retrieval operation from a drowning incident was reported by Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Solana, prompting authorities to immediately launch a search and retrieval operation. Nevertheless
Guru Press Staff
6 hours ago1 min read
IPED and Teachers’ Month Kick-off for Kalinga celebrated in Awichon Village, Lubuagan
LUBUAGAN, Kalinga — Educators, parents, local officials and advocates for Indigenous Peoples Education (IPED) gathered at Awichon Village here on October 3 for the celebration of IPED Day, highlighting the importance of culturally responsive education and the vital role of teachers in shaping the future of Kalinga learners. Representing Kalinga Governor James S. Edduba during the celebration was Mr. Albert Gayyaman, who conveyed the provincial government's continued support f
Guru Press Staff
7 hours ago3 min read
‘Shabu in Kalinga being sold at ₱6,000-₱7,000 per gram’ - PDEA
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)-Kalinga reported that the price of Shabu in the province has been monitored at ₱6,000 to ₱7,000 per gram, while a five-gram “bulto” is priced at ₱15,000 to ₱18,000 as of September 2026. The figures were presented during the Third Quarter Joint Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) meeting held on September 30 in Tabuk City. The meeting was attended by the representative of Governor James S. Edduba, DILG P
Guru Press Staff
7 hours ago2 min read
“Education is more than knowledge. We go to school to become better persons”: Atty. Dickpus urges families, learning institutions to build children’s character
LUBUAGAN, Kalinga — A child’s education does not end with lessons learned inside the classroom. It is also shaped by the values taught at home, the examples set by adults, and the community where children grow. This was the message emphasized by former Lubuagan Mayor Atty. Ann Ann Dickpus during the Lubuagan District Stakeholder, School Head and Teachers’ Convergence held at Lubuagan Central School on September 30, 2026. With the theme “Building Character, Transforming Lives
Guru Press Staff
8 hours ago3 min read
‘May pangarap ang batang iyon’: Grieving lola seeks accountability, DepEd help after granddaughter’s death in Cauayan fun run
CAUAYAN CITY, Isabela — Just two days after celebrating her seventh birthday, a Grade 2 pupil joined what was supposed to be a fun-filled morning with her family and fellow students. Instead, her family is now mourning her sudden death following an alleged electrocution incident during a Bubble and Color Fun Run at Cauayan South Central School on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The incident left two pupils dead and two others injured. Four students were initially attended to by Re
Lorraine Bacullo
8 hours ago4 min read
Baguio Arboretum: A living collection of trees set to open as new green sanctuary along Leonard Wood Road
FEATURE BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — In a city known for its cool mountain air and pine-covered landscapes, a new green space is preparing to welcome people looking for a quieter place to walk, breathe and reconnect with nature. The Baguio Arboretum, a living collection of trees and woody plants, is set to open to the public on October 19, 2026, according to the latest announcement from the Baguio Tourism office. Located along Leonard Wood Road near the Botanical Garden and For
Lorraine Bacullo
8 hours ago2 min read
“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
1 day 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
1 day 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
1 day 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
1 day ago2 min read
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