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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
4 minutes ago2 min read
International dance champion from Abra: The story of Barcena, a factory worker in Taiwan
FEATURE Abra, Philippines - By day, Marc Harold V. Barcena works as a factory worker in Taiwan, balancing long hours at work with his passion for street dancing. Beyond the demands of his job, however, Barcena continues to pursue his passion for dance, proving that work and limited training time have not stopped him from taking his craft to the international stage. The 26-year-old native of Calaba, Bangued, Abra recently represented the Philippines with HyperGround PH in
Mark Jordan Bomogao
13 minutes ago3 min read
Tanudan SB to tackle regulation of tourist transport fares to better serve visitors
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The Sangguniang Bayan (SB) of Tanudan is set to discuss the proposed regulation of tourist transportation fares following its endorsement by the Municipal Development Council (MDC). The MDC, chaired by Mayor Jaedicke Rhoss Dagadag, approved and endorsed the proposal during its second-semester meeting on October 1, 2026. The measure originated from the Municipal Tourism Development Council (MTDC) and seeks to establish an official fare matrix for tourist
Leonora Lo-oy
21 minutes ago2 min read
‘Agriculture, education, health lead Kalinga’s 2025 economic growth (up by 18.1%, 11%, and 10.7%, respectively)’ - PSA Data
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Agriculture, forestry and fishing led Kalinga’s fastest-growing industries in 2025 with an 18.1% increase, followed by education at 11% and human health and social work activities at 10.7%, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)-Kalinga. The three industries posted the highest growth rates as Kalinga’s overall economy expanded by 4.9%, reaching an estimated P31.40 billion Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2025. The figures were presented by
Leonora Lo-oy
25 minutes ago1 min read
Kalinga posts 4.9% economic growth, P31.4B GDP
“Our goal is not simply higher economic figures; we seek growth that improves the way of life” of every iKalinga - PPDC Flordeliza Moldero TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Kalinga’s economy grew by 4.9% in 2025, reaching an estimated P31.40 billion Gross Domestic Product (GDP), but the provincial government said economic progress should ultimately translate into a better quality of life for its people. Provincial Planning and Development Coordinator Flordeliza Moldero, represented by Ma
Leonora Lo-oy
30 minutes ago2 min read
33-year-old man in Isabela arrested over four counts of rape, allegedly committed against own 14-year-old daughter
ISABELA, Philippines — A 33-year-old man accused of repeatedly raping his 14-year-old daughter was arrested on September 29, 2026, in Santa Maria, Isabela, according to the Police Regional Office 2 (PRO 2). The suspect, identified only as alias “Intoy,” a resident of Santa Maria, is facing four counts of qualified rape of a minor. Police tagged him as the No. 2 regional most wanted person in the Cagayan Valley region. The victim was identified as the suspect’s 14-year-old dau
Leonora Lo-oy
37 minutes ago1 min read
6 young individuals, 1 senior citizen die in suspected gas poisoning in Benguet
ITOGON, Benguet – Seven individuals, six of them from Mountain Province, were retrieved dead from a tunnel portal following a suspected gas poisoning incident on Wednesday late evening, September 30, 2026, in Itogon, Benguet. The six victims who are from Banaao, Tadian, were identified by the Mountain Province Provincial LGU as Bryan Campoas Madrid, 18; Kenjie Igaan Mangayen, 19; Orviel Kiwingan Valdez, 22; Crisanto Igaan Gapacan Jr., 19; Hill Limong Padon, 25; and Alvin La
Leonora Lo-oy
10 hours ago1 min read
1,451 hogs worth P21.7M affected by ASF in Tabuk City; Declaration of state of calamity urged
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — At least 1,451 hogs with an estimated value of P21.765 million have been affected by the African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreak in Tabuk City, according to the City Veterinary Services Office (CVSO). The figures, which cover only reported cases, were presented by CVSO head Dr. Carmen Wanas during the meeting of the City ASF Task Force on October 1, 2026, where she reported confirmed ASF cases in 21 barangays. The task force has recommended that the Sanggunia
Guru Press Staff
13 hours ago2 min read
Tabuk SP to invite KAELCO over billing, incorrect meter reading complaints, agreement with hydro-power plants
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The Tabuk City Sangguniang Panlungsod is set to invite officials of the Kalinga-Apayao Electric Cooperative (KAELCO) to its next regular session to explain reported consumer complaints involving high electricity rates, alleged over-billing and incorrect meter readings. The move came after Councilor Atty. Errol B. Comafay Jr. submitted a resolution seeking an inquiry in aid of legislation into KAELCO’s rates and the complaints raised by consumers. During
Grace Soriano
24 hours ago3 min read
3 farmers caught in Cordon, Isabela: 110 board feet of lumber, chainsaw seized in alleged illegal logging
CORDON, Isabela — Three farmers were arrested after they were allegedly caught illegally cutting and processing timber in Purok 6, Barangay Dallao, Cordon, Isabela at around 5 p.m. on September 30, 2026. Arrested were aliases “Lito,” 62; “Jom,” 63; and “Mel,” 62, all married farmers and residents of Cordon. According to the initial investigation, personnel of the Cordon Municipal Police Station were conducting monitoring in the area when they allegedly spotted the three suspe
Guru Press Staff
1 day ago2 min read
53-year-old laborer dies while digging 8-meter-deep well in Tuguegarao; Suffocation suspected cause
TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan — A 53-year-old laborer died after reportedly losing consciousness while digging an approximately eight-meter-deep well in Barangay Balzain East, Tuguegarao City on Monday, September 28. The victim was identified as Romeo Tumbali, a resident of Peñablanca, Cagayan. Reports showed that Tumbali and his companions, Jay-ar Arao, 27, and Jethroffil Callueng, 41, were working inside the deep well when they began experiencing dizziness and difficulty breathi
Menchie Kinao
1 day ago2 min read
Former rebel gives tip, leading to discovery of arms cache with explosives, grenades in Tinoc, Ifugao
TINOC, Ifugao — A cache of explosives, grenades, ammunition and other war materials believed to have been concealed by members of the dismantled Kilusang Larangang Gerilya (KLG) Ifugao was recovered by joint police and military forces in a mountainous area of Tinoc, Ifugao on September 28. The recovery followed information provided by a former rebel member who surrendered to authorities in December 2025, according to the Ifugao Provincial Police Office (PPO). Acting on the fo
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago2 min read
Solana placed under town-wide lockdown amid confirmed ASF cases in 3 barangays
SOLANA, Cagayan — Following the advisory of Solana LGU posted on September 27, 2026 regarding the confirmation of African Swine Fever (ASF) cases in town, the entire municipality has been placed under a 40- to 45-day lockdown. The advisory said the cases were detected in three barangays, although it didn't mention of the number of hogs culled or infected. Municipal Veterinarian Dr. Jay-R. Perez, as reported by DZCV Tuguegarao on September 30, 2026, said the confirmed ASF case
Guru Press Staff
2 days ago2 min read
Will Ifugao join 2026 Cordillera Festival of Festivals? Participants say they were told "NO FUNDING"
AGUINALDO, Ifugao – Performers from Aguinaldo who won the Gotad ad Ifugao 2026 street-dancing competition will not represent Ifugao in the upcoming Cordillera Festival of Festivals 2026, according to the municipal government. Aguinaldo emerged as champion in the provincial street-dancing competition during the 2026 Gotad ad Ifugao celebration in June. Independent reports also confirmed the victory, with Zigzag Weekly reporting that Aguinaldo topped five participating municipa
Menchie Kinao-Puerto
2 days ago3 min read
Kalinga earns regional award for strong MR-SIA rollout; “Salamat to all our partners,2nd tayo in CAR,”- PHO I Dr. Duyan
TABUK CITY, Kalinga – Kalinga was recognized by the Department of Health-Cordillera (DOH-CAR) for its outstanding dedication and commitment to the successful implementation of the Measles-Rubella Supplemental Immunization Activity (MR-SIA). The Office of the Provincial Health Officer (OPHO)-Kalinga received the commendation during the DOH-CAR Post-Implementation Review and Awarding Ceremony held on September 29, 2026 at Chateau De Maisons Suites in Baguio City. The recognitio
Mark Jordan Bomogao
2 days ago2 min read
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