.png)
Time was short, talent was not: Kalinga clinches Best Provincial Presentation Award during 7th Mangan Taku Food Fest
FEATURE Despite having limited time to prepare, the Province of Kalinga emerged victorious, clinching the Best Provincial Presentation Award (BPPA)—represented by the municipality of Balbalan—during the 7th Mangan Taku Food Fest (MTFF) held at the Rose Garden, Burnham Park, Baguio City from April 23 to 27. The MTFF, an annual food event in Baguio City, celebrates both traditional and modern dishes of the Cordillera region. It is usually held in April as part of Filipino Foo
Lorraine Bacullo
7 hours ago2 min read
Build or Reroute?: Widening along Magsaysay Prov’l Road in Tabuk City faces delay over trees
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The improvement and upgrading of the Bulanao–Laya–Balong–Kinama Provincial Road are currently facing adjustments after trees along the stretch in front of Tabuk Institute (TI) in Barangay Magsaysay were found to directly affect the planned road widening. The concern surfaced during the Kapehan meeting of the Provincial Government of Kalinga on Monday, May 4, following a communication from the Office of the City Mayor of Tabuk seeking clearance for the pr
Mark Moises Calayan
7 hours ago3 min read
Kalinga set for historic Nuncio Visit: Over 100 Clergy among key attendees
Tabuk City, Kalinga – As the arrival of the Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines, Archbishop Charles John Brown, draws near, the Provincial Government of Kalinga is intensifying preparations for the historic visit, which is expected to draw over 100 clergy members. During the Kapehan Meeting on May 4 at the New Conference Hall in Capitol Hill, Bulanao, Governor James S. Edduba said the province is making the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and well-coordinated recept
Lorraine Bacullo
7 hours ago2 min read
Cagayan Jiu-Jitsu grapplers strike Gold: Four athletes dominate Guam Marianas Pro Manila 2026 Qualifier
SPORTS Tuguegarao City, Cagayan – Four jiu-jitsu athletes from Cagayan brought pride to their hometown after winning gold medals at the Guam Marianas Pro Manila 2026 Qualifier held in Quezon City on April 25–26, 2026. The athletes dominated the competition, completing a medal sweep in their respective divisions. Mary Ryan Ramirez, Miguel Lim Jr., and Jude Santos Jr. each secured gold medals, while Jude Santos III delivered a standout performance by capturing double gold after
Mark Jordan Bomogao
7 hours ago2 min read
Police officer from Tadian, Mt. Province dies in Abra road crash; Wife and child survive
Pidigan, Abra – The life of a police officer, described as a dedicated public servant who put the welfare of others before his own, was cut short following a tragic crash in Pidigan, Abra, last week. The victim was identified as Police Corporal Stephen Daoines, a native of Tadian, Mountain Province, who was assigned to the 2nd Abra Provincial Mobile Force Company. According to police reports obtained by local media outlets, Daoines, along with his wife, PCpl Maricel Abalos, a
Mark Moises Calayan
7 hours ago2 min read
Heat index in Tuguegarao, Aparri forecasted to hit “danger” level this Monday
Cagayan, Philippines – A scorching heat reaching “danger” level is forecast to be felt in two areas in the Province of Cagayan on Monday, May 4, 2026. According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), at least 13 places in the country could possibly reach the danger level or heat index ranging from 42°C to 51°C. Danger level indicates that the combined air temperature and humidity pose a high risk of heat-related illn
Leonora Lo-oy
1 day ago1 min read
Be heard on May 14: Kalinga PLGU invites public to join consultation on 2027 Proposed Schedule of Market Values
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Amid shifting land and property values in the province, the Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU) of Kalinga, through the Office of the Provincial Assessor (OPA), is set to hold a public consultation on the 2027 Proposed Schedule of Market Values (SMV) on May 14, 2026, at the Kalinga Sports Center in Bulanao. The one-day event, in collaboration with municipal and city assessors across the province, aims to ensure that the proposed market values reflect
Lorraine Bacullo
2 days ago2 min read
P100M agro-eco tourism park soon to rise in Namabbalan Sur, Tuguegarao; jobs and tourism boost expected
Tuguegarao City, Cagayan – The City Government of Tuguegarao is planning to develop a P100-million agro-eco tourism park in Barangay Namabbalan Sur as part of its efforts to boost tourism and generate employment. The project was recently discussed during a stakeholders’ consultation held on April 29, 2026. Based on the proposed design, the tourism park will feature multiple zones, including a main pavilion, restaurants, cottages, and an adventure area with a zipline, as well
Mark Jordan Bomogao
2 days ago1 min read
Guardians of the Forest: Colony of rare giant fruit bats sighted in Flora, Apayao
FEATURE Known for its vast forests that serve as a habitat for white-winged flying foxes, Apayao once again highlighted its rich biodiversity after a colony of giant fruit bats was recently sighted in the Municipality of Flora. The discovery was made during a two-week biodiversity monitoring mission conducted in April by the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) Calanasan, in collaboration with the Provincial Government of Apayao and the Local Government
Lorraine Bacullo
2 days ago2 min read
Be a BFAR Scholar: 26 Slots Available for Qualified Students in CAR; Applications Open Until July 31
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Aspiring fisheries professionals in the Cordillera now have the opportunity to pursue their studies through a government scholarship program, as the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources–Cordillera (BFAR-CAR) has opened applications for its Fisheries Scholarship Program (FSP) for School Year 2027–2031. The application period officially opened on March 2 and will run until July 31, 2026. According to BFAR-Kalinga Provincial Fishery Officer Joyce Ducyo
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago2 min read
TWO students drown while gathering clams in Isabela
Initial findings revealed that at around 2:00 p.m., May and Jon were gathering freshwater clams, locally known as tulya, along the river with a 13-year-old companion, referred to as “Leo” when the incident happened. Jones, Isabela – A drowning incident along the Cagayan River in Barangay Usol, Jones, Isabela, on Thursday afternoon, April 30, claimed the lives of two minors. The victims were identified by police as a 15-year-old student, referred to as “May,” and a 9-year-o
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago1 min read
Why was the name of Igorot topnother in the March 2026 Physician Board Examinitally withheld?
FEATURE Tabuk City, Kalinga – Dr. Erwin Ken Parchaso, the Igorot doctor whose identity was initially withheld by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), achieved an impressive 95.17% rating in the March 2026 Physician Licensure Examination (PLE). Parchaso, later revealed as the examinee behind the “name withheld” entry, is believed to have recorded the highest average in the history of the PLE. The PLE, widely regarded as one of the most difficult licensure examinatio
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago2 min read
Six students from Gattaran, Cagayan win Top Honors at International Creativity and Innovation Awards 2026 in Cambodia
Gattaran, Cagayan – Six young innovators from Gattaran, Cagayan brought pride to the province by showcasing their excellence in research and innovation at the International Creativity and Innovation Awards (ICIA) 2026, held in Cambodia from April 24 to 27. ICIA is an annual international platform for young innovators, educators, and start-ups worldwide, aimed at nurturing scientific knowledge and creativity while promoting global awareness through real-world applications of s
Mark Jordan Bomogao
4 days ago2 min read
On the brink of giving up, a dream saved: Tabuk City gasoline girl asks loan from Tulfo, receives help
FEATURE For years, Shanniah Twain De Vera balanced the weight of her dreams with the realities of hardship—juggling school requirements by day and working as a gasoline attendant whenever she could. Now, just as she stands on the brink of graduation, a long-standing financial burden that once threatened to stop her has finally been lifted. The 22-year-old graduating student from Tabuk City recently received more than P100,000 in financial assistance from Senator Raffy Tulf
Lorraine Bacullo
4 days ago2 min read
Kalinga farmers to benefit from 10 solar irrigation projects of NIA-CAR
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The National Irrigation Administration–Cordillera Administrative Region (NIA-CAR) is set to implement ten Solar Pump Irrigation Projects (SPIPs) that will benefit farmers across the province, offering a cheaper and more reliable alternative to fuel-driven irrigation amid rising fuel costs and prolonged dry conditions affecting crop production. Unlike diesel-powered pumps that require continuous fuel expenses, these solar-powered systems operate at minima
Lorraine Bacullo
4 days ago2 min read
Comments