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Ex-mayor gets up to 27 years, wife 20 years over P18.7-M Amulung fund mess
AMULUNG, Cagayan — A long-running legal battle over the alleged misuse of P18.7 million in municipal funds has reached a decisive point after the Supreme Court reportedly upheld the convictions of former Amulung mayor Nicanor De Leon and his wife, former mayor Pacita De Leon. The De Leon couple was earlier found guilty by the Sandiganbayan Sixth Division of violating Section 3(e) of the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act and of malversation of public funds under Article 217
Mark Jordan Bomogao
47 minutes ago2 min read
Isabela tricycle driver, No. 2 Regional Most Wanted, nabbed on murder warrant
CAUAYAN CITY, Isabela — A 39-year-old tricycle driver tagged as the No. 2 Regional Most Wanted Person in Cagayan Valley was arrested after authorities served a warrant for his alleged involvement in a murder case in this city on August 18, 2026. The suspect, known by the alias “Noel,” is a resident of Barangay San Francisco, Cauayan City. Police served the warrant while he was being held at the Cauayan City District Jail in Barangay Cabaruan. The operation was carried out by
Grace Soriano
53 minutes ago2 min read
LOVE at 60: Rep. Albano says ‘I do’ to Fil-Am journalist half his age
FEATURE ISABELA, Philippines — From the halls of Congress to the wedding aisle, Isabela 1st District Representative Antonio “Tonypet” Albano has taken on a new role—husband. Albano, 60, recently tied the knot with Hannah J. D’Avanzo, a Filipina-American journalist and content creator of Filipino and Italian heritage, in a wedding reportedly held in Tagaytay earlier this August. The marriage quickly caught attention online, not only because of Albano’s political stature but al
Lorraine Bacullo
1 hour ago3 min read
“Usaren mi kuma nu 40 days ni ading ko ngem tinakaw da metten” : Grieving family’s carabao in Bulanao, Tabuk stolen
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — A grieving family in Tabuk City is appealing for help in locating their carabao, which was reportedly stolen from their yard early Wednesday morning and was supposed to be used for the 40-day commemoration of their departed loved one. Thelma Dongdongan Manongyao told GURU Press Cordillera that they discovered the carabao missing from their yard in Purok 5, Bulanao on August 19. She said the livestock was still in the yard at around 3 a.m., but was alread
Leonora Lo-oy
11 hours ago1 min read
Gov. Edduba eyes Tanudan Hospital soft opening in Feb 2027; Mayor Dagadag hails support
“Ada jay inkamkamakan tayo nga ipreparan ti engineering tapno ada met ti malpas tayo, like the Tanudan Municipal Hospital… tapno ti soft opening koma ket nu Kalinga Festival nu next year.”- Governor James Edduba TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The long-awaited Tanudan Municipal Hospital could soon begin serving more residents, with Governor James S. Edduba announcing that the provincial government is working to accelerate the remaining construction and is targeting a soft opening durin
Mark Moises Calayan
14 hours ago3 min read
₱46M livestock, agri investments rolled out in Kalinga; OPVet urges farmers to grow herd, multiply livelihood
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Kalinga livestock raisers are set to gain new opportunities as the Office of the Provincial Veterinarian (OPVet) secured approximately ₱46 million worth of livestock and agricultural projects from the national government for farmers’ associations, cooperatives, local government units, and other groups across the province. Speaking during the regular flag-raising ceremony on August 17 at the Kalinga Sports Center in Bulanao, Provincial Veterinarian Dr. Le
Lorraine Bacullo
14 hours ago2 min read
“You are the heart of this hospital”: BM Donaal reminds health workers as KPH upgrades and acquires modern medical equipment
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — New equipment and improved facilities at the Kalinga Provincial Hospital (KPH) may strengthen healthcare delivery, but it is the health workers who remain at the heart of the hospital’s mission, according to Board Member Atty. Christopher D. Donaal. Donaal emphasized the vital role of KPH’s doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers during the inauguration and blessing of the newly renovated Emergency Room, newly acquired X-ray machine, and donated Pa
Mark Moises Calayan
14 hours ago3 min read
“Effort tayo amin daytoy”: Edduba credits KPH upgrade to teamwork, says hospital’s improvements are everyone’s victory
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Kalinga Governor James S. Edduba credited the collective efforts of the Provincial Government, Sangguniang Panlalawigan, health officials, and other offices for the newly improved facilities and additional equipment at the Kalinga Provincial Hospital (KPH). Edduba made the statement during the inauguration and blessing of the newly renovated Emergency Room, newly acquired X-ray machine, and donated patient transport vehicle (PTV) and hemodialysis machine
Mark Moises Calayan
14 hours ago3 min read
“Hindi props, but first line of defense ”: OPVet highlights quarantine role in protecting Kalinga livestock against animal diseases
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Provincial Veterinarian Dr. Leonardo Damian emphasized that personnel assigned to Kalinga’s livestock quarantine facilities are not merely stationed at checkpoints but serve a crucial role in protecting the province from animal diseases that could threaten its livestock industry. During the flag-raising ceremony on August 17 at the Kalinga Sports Center in Bulanao, Damian addressed concerns that quarantine personnel may simply be serving as “decoration”
Lorraine Bacullo
14 hours ago2 min read
Hindi minor kundi adult, Hindi food pack kundi“Igado”: BJMP Kalinga clarifies details on Aug 14 shabu smuggling attempt
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — From initially being reported as a minor visitor to being confirmed as an adult, and from being described as a food delivery to an igado package, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) Kalinga District Jail has clarified details surrounding the intercepted suspected drug-smuggling incident on August 14, 2026. In a phone interview on August 17, Acting Jail Warden Jail Inspector Rolando Diwas said the visitor, identified as alias “JR,” was not a
Lorraine Bacullo
1 day ago3 min read
Little chess queen, big achievement: 5-year-old Isabela player bags 12 golds at 24th ASEAN+ Age Group Chess Championships
FEATURE ISABELA, Philippines — Before the medals, before the international competition, and before her name became associated with a remarkable achievement in Philippine youth chess, Jodiel Chloe Ramos Banawa was simply a five-year-old girl fascinated by a game she often watched her family play. She would sit nearby, watch the pieces move across the board, and slowly become curious about how the game worked. That curiosity became a passion. Using a cellphone and computer, Chl
Grace Soriano
1 day ago5 min read
“Not just new facilities—we’re making KPH ready when Kalinga families need it most. Fellow iKalingas, this is our hospital” – Vice-Governor Odiem
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Kalinga Vice Governor Atty. Dave Q. Odiem underscored the importance of strengthening healthcare services in the province, saying the newly inaugurated facilities and equipment at the Kalinga Provincial Hospital (KPH) are more than physical improvements—they are investments that could make a difference when a Kalinga family needs medical care the most. Odiem delivered the message through his representative, Jan Jericho Odiem, during the inauguration and
Mark Jordan Bomogao
1 day ago2 min read
Once saved by blood, now he gives it: Wounded Personnel Medal awardee Lt. Dantog leads blood-donation drive in Kalinga
FEATURE TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Years after he needed blood to survive injuries sustained in combat, a Philippine Army officer is now helping make sure that other Kalinga patients will have blood when they need it most. Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Dexter P. Dantog, Director of the 1405th Community Defense Center, knows firsthand the value of a blood donor. His personal experience as a wounded soldier in Mindanao turned blood donation into more than an act of generosity—it became a
Mark Jordan Bomogao
1 day ago3 min read
He stood by the bridge, someone noticed: Quick call of resident helped save 18-year-old student
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — A concerned resident’s quick decision to call the police helped prevent possible self-harm involving an 18-year-old student in Baguio City on Saturday, August 15. According to a report from the Baguio City Police Office (BCPO), as cited by several local media outlets, the concerned resident noticed the student standing near a bridge and became worried after observing his behavior. Believing that the young man might be in danger, the resident immedia
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago2 min read
“Finally, a hospital for Tinglayan?” Gov. Edduba eyes groundbreaking this 2026
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The long-awaited Tinglayan District Hospital is taking another step toward reality, with Kalinga Governor James S. Edduba targeting its groundbreaking within 2026 following the recommendation of a new site for the proposed health facility. Edduba shared the development during his message at the Provincial Government of Kalinga’s regular flag-raising ceremony on Monday, August 17. The governor said Tinglayan officials recently approached him regarding the
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago2 min read
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