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He left to serve, but never came home: Igorot soldier, 30, shot dead in ambush alongside 2 comrades
Paracelis family grieves as Cpl. Aldrin Wanson is killed while on his way to military training PARACELIS, Mountain Province — A family in Bunot, Paracelis, is mourning the loss of a son who left home to serve his country after 30-year-old Cpl. Aldrin A. Wanson of the Philippine Army was killed in an ambush in Indanan, Sulu on August 12, 2026. Wanson was among three soldiers who came under fire while traveling to a military training facility, turning what was supposed to be an
Lorraine Bacullo
54 minutes ago3 min read
Zuma joins race against time to find missing 17-year-old in Sagada
Rescue dog brings renewed hope as search for Sofia Isabela Magalgalit Oria enters sixth day SAGADA, Mountain Province — As the search for a missing 17-year-old girl in Sagada enters its sixth day, a five-year-old golden retriever named Zuma has arrived to lend his nose—and a renewed sense of hope—to the race against time. Zuma, together with his owner, Brett Mitchell, arrived in Sagada on August 14 to assist authorities and volunteers in the search for Sofia Isabela Magalgali
Leonora Lo-oy
56 minutes ago2 min read
After 15-month wait, Atty. Comafay finally proclaimed Tabuk City’s No. 1 councilor
COMELEC special board canvasses 2025 votes, annuls incumbent councilors’ proclamation TABUK CITY, Kalinga — After waiting for more than a year, Atty. Errol Comafay Jr. has finally been officially proclaimed as the No. 1 elected councilor of Tabuk City, bringing him closer to fulfilling his pledge of honest and transparent public service to the people of the city. Comafay was proclaimed by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) on Friday, August 14, at the COMELEC Session Hall
Leonora Lo-oy
58 minutes ago2 min read
Zuma joins race against time to find missing 17-year-old in Sagada
Rescue dog brings renewed hope as search for Sofia Isabela Magalgalit Oria enters sixth day SAGADA, Mountain Province — As the search for a missing 17-year-old girl in Sagada enters its sixth day, a five-year-old golden retriever named Zuma has arrived to lend his nose—and a renewed sense of hope—to the race against time. Zuma, together with his owner, Brett Mitchell, arrived in Sagada on August 14 to assist authorities and volunteers in the search for Sofia Isabela Magalgali
Leonora Lo-oy
1 hour ago2 min read
Stolen van from Makati recovered in Kalinga through HPG, 1st PFMC operation
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — A commuter van listed as wanted for recovery in connection with a police record in Makati City was recovered in Kalinga after the Highway Patrol Group (HPG)-Kalinga acted on information about its whereabouts and coordinated with the 1st Provincial Mobile Force Company (PFMC). According to a report obtained by Guru Press Cordillera, HPG-Kalinga received information that the stolen vehicle had been spotted by an informant traveling along the Tabuk-Paraceli
Mark Moises Calayan
9 hours ago2 min read
Search for Sofia suspended after four days as family, elders call for rest
Sagada, Mt. Province - After four days of continuous searching, the family and elders of missing 17-year-old Sofia Isabela Magalgalit Oria from Sagada, Mt. Province requested the suspension of the regular search operation beginning Thursday, August 13, to allow rescuers, volunteers, and others involved in the search to rest. The decision was announced through Barangay Dagdag with the message, “Umilleng Tako is Sin-agew,” reflecting the recognition of Sofia’s family and commun
Mark Moises Calayan
10 hours ago2 min read
After losing her husband, Pinukpuk woman turns handicraft skills into hope for other women
FEATURE PINUKPUK, Kalinga — Behind the hands teaching women how to turn simple strips of cloth into useful foot rags is Rubilyn Flores, a registered midwife, solo parent of four, and a woman who found purpose and strength through handicrafts after experiencing a personal loss. Flores, of Cawagayan, Pinukpuk, served as one of the skilled trainers during the second day of the two-day Women’s Livelihood Enhancement Training conducted by the Provincial Social Welfare and Developm
Grace Soriano
10 hours ago3 min read
9 months behind bars: iKalinga mother finally reunites with her children
'Tatta nga rumwar ak, sobra nga ragsak ko karkaru ta makadwakon dagiti annak ko,' — 38-yr-old PDL from Tabuk FEATURE TABUK CITY, Kalinga — After nine months behind the walls of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) Kalinga District Jail, a 38-year-old woman from Tabuk City was preparing to return home—not simply as a person who had completed part of a sentence, but as a mother finally reunited with the children she had spent months longing to see. At the time of h
Lorraine Bacullo
10 hours ago3 min read
Dead pigs dumped in Itogon ravines as ASF cases rise, authorities hunt culprits
ITOGON, Benguet — Residents of Barangay Poblacion, Itogon, Benguet discovered sacks containing decaying pig carcasses dumped in several ravines, raising concerns over the improper disposal of hogs suspected to have been infected with African Swine Fever (ASF) amid an ongoing outbreak in the municipality. According to authorities, as reported by a local media outlet, the discovery was followed by the finding of additional pig carcasses along Midas Road. Itogon Mayor Bernard S.
Lorraine Bacullo
10 hours ago2 min read
Pride of Cabagan, Isabela: Lt. Gen. Gumiran becomes the 68th Commanding General of the Philippine Army
CABAGAN, Isabela — Isabela takes pride in the rise of one of its own as Lt. Gen. Donald Mallanao Gumiran, a native of Cabagan, formally assumed command as the 68th Commanding General of the Philippine Army, marking another milestone in a distinguished military career. Gumiran assumed the Army’s top post during the 68th Philippine Army Change of Command Ceremony at Fort Andres Bonifacio in Taguig City. He succeeded Lt. Gen. Antonio G. Nafarrete, who was appointed the 61st Chie
Grace Soriano
11 hours ago2 min read
Why do motorists need HPG vehicle clearance—and what documents are required?
EXPLAINER Planning to visit the Highway Patrol Group (HPG)-Kalinga to process a vehicle clearance? Knowing the required documents beforehand can help motorists avoid delays, repeat trips, and the inconvenience of having to return because of missing paperwork. A Philippine National Police (PNP)-HPG Motor Vehicle Clearance Certificate is required for transactions involving a vehicle’s ownership or physical details, including changes in color, engine or chassis, and body design.
Mark Moises Calayan
11 hours ago3 min read
Arrow strikes student’s neck inside San Mateo classroom, sparks safety alarm
SAN MATEO, Isabela — A female student was injured after an arrow pierced through a classroom window and struck her in the neck while a student-athlete was reportedly practicing archery within the school premises on August 11. According to a report by Bombo Radyo Cauayan, the incident occurred at around 4 p.m. at Salinungan National High School after a student-athlete was excused from class and brought a bow and arrow. School Principal Dr. Eulysses Daquioag said the school had
Grace Soriano
1 day ago3 min read
‘Kalinga jail not only works to maintain security but helps PDLs learn, earn and prepare for life after release’ - Warden Diwas
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Kalinga District Jail Acting Warden Rolando Diwas said the facility continues to implement programs that not only maintain security but also help Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) develop skills, change for the better, and prepare for their return to their families and communities. “Ang aming layunin ay hindi lamang mapanatili ang seguridad ng aming facility, kundi mabigyan din ang ating mga PDL ng pagkakataong matuto, magbago at makapaghanda para sa ka
Grace Soriano
1 day ago2 min read
Balbalan political candidates face new requirement: Tax clearance now needed before seeking local office
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Aspiring candidates for local elective positions in Balbalan will now be required to secure a municipal tax clearance as part of their administrative requirements after the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) of Kalinga approved the ordinance establishing the requirement. A municipal tax clearance is a document issued by the local government unit (LGU) certifying that an individual has complied with the municipality’s tax obligations and has no outstanding loc
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago2 min read
Gov. Edduba commends Coast Guard, BFP, PDRRMO in retrieving body of 16-year-old in tragic Pinukpuk well incident
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Governor James S. Edduba commended the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), and Kalinga Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) for their coordinated efforts in retrieving the body of a 16-year-old boy who died after becoming trapped inside a deep well in Pinukpuk on August 11. The victim, known to his family and community as “Pullat,” was a resident of Barangay Junction, Pinukpuk. He was reportedly wor
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago2 min read
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