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CSU-Carig, SPUP, USL-Tuguegarao produce 3 topnotchers in September PMLE 2026
TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan — Three graduates from higher education institutions (HEIs) in Cagayan brought pride to the province after securing spots among the national topnotchers in the September 2026 Psychometricians Licensure Examination (PMLE). According to the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), 14,146 of 15,423 examinees passed the September 2026 PMLE, resulting in a 91.72 percent national passing rate. Among the top-performing examinees from Cagayan was James Paulo
Mark Jordan Bomogao
10 hours ago1 min read
‘Tabuk Muslim Consultative Council to strengthen inclusive governance’ - Councilor Pocais underscores importance of providing formal mechanism for representation, coordination
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The Sangguniang Panlungsod of Tabuk City has institutionalized a Muslim Consultative Council (MCC) to provide Muslim communities with a formal avenue to participate in local governance, policy discussions, and programs affecting their welfare. The move is provided under Ordinance No. 017, Series of 2026, titled “An Ordinance Institutionalizing the Muslim Consultative Council of the City of Tabuk and Prescribing Its Composition, Functions, and Operational
Guru Press Staff
10 hours ago3 min read
Atty. Dickpus urges dialogue, due process over red-tagging at Kalinga human rights summit
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Lawyer Charisma Anne Dickpus and Save Kalinga member called for dialogue among communities, government agencies, and the security sector in addressing concerns over alleged red-tagging, stressing that peaceful advocacy should not automatically be associated with insurgency. Dickpus made the call during the “Tongtongan Karbengan: Multi-Stakeholders Summit on Human Rights” held on September 19, 2026, at the Episcopal Diocese of Northern Luzon Conference Ha
Guru Press Staff
10 hours ago2 min read
PSA Kalinga trains QSPBI respondents to improve timely, accurate business data
TABUK CITY, Kalinga – The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Kalinga conducted its first-ever training for respondents of the Quarterly Survey of Philippine Business and Industry (QSPBI) on September 22 in Bulanao, Tabuk City, as part of efforts to improve the accuracy, completeness, and timely submission of quarterly business data. The training aimed to strengthen respondents’ understanding of the QSPBI and ensure that establishments can properly accomplish and submit the
Leonora Lo-oy
11 hours ago2 min read
Kalinga leads Cordillera in yellow corn, produces 68,477 MT in 2025
ILAGAN CITY, Isabela — Kalinga emerged as the top yellow corn-producing province in the Cordillera in 2025, recording 68,477 metric tons (MT) or 40.8 percent of the region’s total yellow corn production. The figure was presented during the opening of the 19th Philippine National Corn Congress on September 22 in Ilagan City. According to data from the Department of Agriculture-Cordillera (DA-CAR), Kalinga’s production accounted for nearly two-fifths of the region’s total yello
Menchie Kinao-Puerto
11 hours ago2 min read
14 Cordillera graduates place in Top 10 of September 2026 Psychometrician Licensure Exam
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Fourteen graduates from four Cordillera schools placed among the 10 highest ranks in the September 2026 Psychometrician Licensure Examination, with nine of them coming from Saint Louis University (SLU). The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) released the examination results on September 23, reporting that 14,146 of 15,423 examinees passed, for a national passing rate of 91.72 percent. 9 topnotchers from SLU SLU produced the largest share of Co
Menchie Kinao-Puerto
11 hours ago2 min read
Kalinga Gov. Edduba instructs gov’t forces and officials to follow through the plans and measures in easing tensions amid Butbut-Tulgao conflict
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — An emergency meeting involving the Philippine National Police (PNP), Philippine Army, Tinglayan LGU and provincial government officials was convened on September 23 following Kalinga Governor James Edduba’s call to strengthen efforts to de-escalate tensions between the Butbut and Tulgao tribes in Tinglayan. The meeting focused on strengthening collaborative security measures, particularly the protection of residents and the possible augmentation of secur
Guru Press Staff
11 hours ago2 min read
38-yr-old man found dead in Isabela irrigation canal; Case still under investigation
ISABELA, Philippines — A 38-year-old helper from Santiago City was found dead in an irrigation canal in Barangay Malapat, Cordon, Isabela, Thursday morning, September 24. The man, whose identity was withheld, was discovered by a resident at around 6:50 a.m. while the latter was jogging near the irrigation canal. The victim was wearing a dirty white shirt and multicolored shorts when he was found. He showed no signs of life when responding authorities reached the area. T
Leonora Lo-oy
15 hours ago1 min read
‘YOUR PET CAN CAUSE SOMEONE’S DEATH’: Another rider got into accident because of unleashed dog in Tabuk City
TABUK CITY, Kalinga – Dog owners are being reminded to keep their pets properly secured when walking them along streets, as unleashed or uncontrolled dogs can suddenly run into traffic and cause road accidents. The reminder comes after a 26-year-old motorcycle rider was injured in an accident involving a large dog along a road near Nasgueban, Tabuk City, on Wednesday evening, September 23, 2026. According to the rider, he was heading home after attending a Bible study in Na
Leonora Lo-oy
16 hours ago2 min read
43-year-old businessman from Isabela found dead in Rizal, Kalinga; Investigation underway
Rizal, Kalinga - A 43-year-old businessman from Sta. Maria, Isabela was found dead at around 4:00 a.m. on September 24 in Sitio Andarayan, Barangay Santor, Rizal, Kalinga, with stab wounds on the side of his body. According to Rizal MPS Officer-in-Charge Dalmacio Mangigil in a phone interview, the victim was discovered early in the morning, prompting authorities to immediately request the Scene of the Crime Operations (SOCO) team to examine the area and the body. Mangigil
Lorraine Bacullo
19 hours ago2 min read
Aguinaldo, Ifugao honors war history with ‘BUNHIAN’ nationhood trail marker
The marker commemorates the area’s historical connection to Emilio Aguinaldo and his forces, who stayed in what was then known as Bunhian from January 3 to 5, 1900, while moving through the area during the Philippine-American War. AGUINALDO, Ifugao — The Municipality of Aguinaldo commemorated its 46th founding anniversary with the unveiling of a historical marker recognizing the town’s place in the country’s struggle for independence during the Philippine-American War. The “B
Menchie Kinao-Puerto
24 hours ago2 min read
BM Lammawin urges stronger sports coordination: “Medyo kurang ti action on this... we are always at the bottom nu competition, except for few”
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Kalinga Board Member Camilo Lammawin Jr. has called for stronger coordination among provincial government offices involved in sports programs, saying greater support is needed to improve the province’s performance in athletic competitions. Lammawin raised the concern during the regular session of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan on September 22 after a representative of the Kalinga Taekwondo Academy (KTA) sought a fair selection process for athletes who will
Mark Moises Calayan
24 hours ago3 min read
Iddoba promoted to TWO-STAR GENERAL; Gov. Edduba hails iKalinga leader
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Kalinga native Prudencio A. Iddoba has been promoted to two-star general (Major General) and assumed leadership of the Philippine Army’s Support Command (SPTCOM), a major unit responsible for providing logistics support to Army units. Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Donald M. Gumiran formally donned Iddoba’s new rank during a ceremony on September 22, 2026, at the Philippine Army Headquarters in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City. Iddoba took over as SPTCOM co
Guru Press Staff
1 day ago2 min read
Pantikian falls await you: Balbalan, Kalinga to open tourism village to public on Sept. 29
BALBALAN, Kalinga – The Pantikian Tourism Village will officially open to tourists on September 29, offering visitors an opportunity to explore its scenic landscapes and five waterfalls. The formal opening will coincide with Balbalan’s observance of World Tourism Day, carrying this year’s theme, “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism.” The Pantikian Tourism Village is the third tourism village to be opened in Balbalan. It features natural landscapes a
Leonora Lo-oy
1 day ago1 min read
18,582 iKalingas benefit from 2026 LGSF rice assistance - according to Office of the Provincial Agriculturist data
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — A total of 18,582 iKalingas have benefited from the 2026 Local Government Support Fund (LGSF)–Food Assistance/Rice Distribution Project, with the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPAg) distributing the same number of 10-kilogram bags of rice as of September 21. The distribution represents 185,820 kilograms or 185.82 metric tons of rice, reaching 71 percent of the program’s target, according to Assistant Provincial Agriculturist Sol G. Lawagan. Law
Lorraine Bacullo
1 day ago2 min read
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