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“Strong barangays build stronger Kalinga” - Gov. Edduba on backing BM Amla’s initiative to bring P2.7M worth of ‘Ombak’ to Rizal barangays
TABUK CITY, Kalinga – Governor James S. Edduba underscored the importance of empowering barangays as the foundation of stronger communities during the turnover of more than P2.7 million worth of "ombak" utility vehicles to beneficiary barangays in Rizal on August 4. The service vehicles were provided through the initiative of Second District Board Member Julius B. Amla, with the support of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan led by Vice Governor Atty. Dave Q. Odiem, which approved t
Mark Moises Calayan
4 hours ago2 min read
Lubo and Biga tribes in Kalinga begin peace negotiations after “Sipat” exchange
TABUK CITY, Kalinga – Peace negotiations between the Lubo tribe of Tanudan and the Biga tribe of Tabuk City formally began after the two tribes exchanged Sipat tokens—the traditional first step toward restoring peace and rebuilding severed tribal relations—during a ceremony in Barangay Suyang on Thursday, August 7. The Sipat is Kalinga's traditional preliminary peace agreement that signifies a cessation of hostilities between warring or reconciling tribes. It is marked by the
Leonora Lo-oy
4 hours ago2 min read
BM Donaal: ‘Kalinga's Bodong proves indigenous justice works - even recognized beyond Philippine courts’
TABUK CITY, Kalinga – The Kalinga Bodong is no longer recognized solely as a traditional peace pact among tribes but has also gained recognition from Philippine courts and legal experts abroad because of its effectiveness in resolving conflicts, according to Board Member Atty. Christopher D. Donaal. Donaal made the statement during the August 5 meeting of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan Committee on Rules and Ethics at Kalinga State University (KSU), where lawmakers and stakehol
Mark Moises Calayan
4 hours ago2 min read
22-year-old driver hits 52-year-old vendor dead in Baguio
BAGUIO CITY – A 52-year-old vendor died after sustaining fatal head injuries when he was struck by a car driven by a 22-year-old man in the early hours of Thursday, August 6, in Barangay Irisan, Baguio City. Based on the initial report of the Baguio City Police Office (BCPO), the victim, a resident of Baguio City, was walking along the roadside in Purok 19, Irisan, at around 1:30 a.m. when he was hit by a vehicle driven by a 22-year-old resident of San Carlos Heights, Irisan.
Mark Moises Calayan
4 hours ago2 min read
Three regions, one railway: Historic Northern Luzon link proposed for Cagayan Valley, Cordillera, and Ilocos
TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan – A landmark infrastructure proposal that could transform transportation in Northern Luzon is being eyed, with plans to build the first modern railway corridor directly linking Cagayan Valley, the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), and the Ilocos Region. The proposal, known as the Western Connectivity Expansion Corridor under the Cagayan Valley Integrated Strategic Infrastructure Program (CV-ISIP), seeks to develop the Tuao–Kalinga–Apayao–Solsona
Lorraine Bacullo
4 hours ago3 min read
Bomogao pushes ONE Championship to create 105-lb Muay Thai division for smaller women fighters
SPORTS BANGKOK, Thailand – Fresh from securing one of the biggest victories of her career, Igorot Muay Thai star Islay Erika Bomogao is now championing a cause beyond her own success—calling on ONE Championship to create its first-ever women's 105-pound Muay Thai division to give naturally smaller female fighters a fair chance to compete at the highest level. Just days after earning a US$100,000 ONE Championship contract following her stunning 13-second third-round knockout o
Lorraine Bacullo
4 hours ago3 min read
Dead body found in Abra mountains during military operation; Identity still unknown
ABRA, Philippines – A lifeless body was discovered by government troops during law enforcement support operations in the mountainous areas of Abra on Friday, August 7, with authorities still working to establish the victim's identity and determine the circumstances surrounding the death. According to the 5th Infantry Division (5ID), the body was located with the help of a K9 dog assisting the law enforcement and tracking teams. Authorities have yet to disclose the exact loc
Leonora Lo-oy
7 hours ago1 min read
Four from Apayao hurt as vehicle plunges off road in Rizal, Kalinga
RIZAL, Kalinga – Four individuals were injured after the vehicle they were riding in veered off the road and crashed into the grassy shoulder along Nagbitayan Road in Barangay Babalag East, Rizal, in the early hours of Friday, August 7. According to the Rizal Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), the four occupants were traveling along Nagbitayan Road when their four-wheeled vehicle suddenly swerved off the roadway and came to rest on the grassy
Leonora Lo-oy
8 hours ago2 min read
Kalinga SP backs ₱5,000 incentive for BHWs, ₱4,000 for nutrition scholars in recognition of vital service
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Active barangay health frontliners in Kalinga may soon receive higher annual incentives after the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) took another step toward approving the proposed increase during its regular session on Tuesday, August 4. The proposal covers active Barangay Health Workers (BHWs) and Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNSs) across the province. It advanced after the provincial board adopted the recommendation of the Committee on Rules and Ethics to
Mark Moises Calayan
16 hours ago2 min read
'Rude treatment' complaints hound Cauayan District Hospital; Isabela SP launches probe
CAUAYAN CITY, Isabela — The Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) of Isabela has launched an investigation into more than 20 complaints filed against several health workers of the Cauayan District Hospital (CDH), with most allegations involving the reported improper treatment of patients. The complaints were tackled during a committee hearing on August 6, attended by doctors, department heads, hospital personnel, and officials of the Provincial Health Office, who were asked to respon
Grace Soriano
16 hours ago2 min read
House backs CSU-Baggao campus; 7,000 eastern Cagayan students to benefit
Baggao, Cagayan – Thousands of students in eastern Cagayan may soon be able to pursue a state university education closer to home after a bill seeking the establishment of a Cagayan State University (CSU)-Baggao Campus gained momentum in the House of Representatives. The proposed measure was among the key topics discussed during the meeting of the Committee on the North Luzon Growth Quadrangle on June 3, 2026. Established on June 11, 1978 through Presidential Decree No. 1436,
Mark Jordan Bomogao
16 hours ago2 min read
Gov. Edduba brings home 3rd patient transport vehicle for Kalinga, expanding emergency care
"We are so privileged... other provinces have only one or two, while Kalinga now has three" - Governor James S. Edduba TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Governor James S. Edduba has secured a third patient transport vehicle (PTV) for the Province of Kalinga from the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO), further strengthening the province's emergency healthcare services and improving access to life-saving medical transport for iKalingas, particularly those living in remote commun
Lorraine Bacullo
16 hours ago2 min read
Kalinga bids for 2nd PISAY campus in Cordillera: “We are hoping that the second campus for the Philippine Science High ket ditoy kuma” - Governor Edduba
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Kalinga is positioning itself to become the next hub for science and technology education in Northern Luzon as Governor James S. Edduba announced the Provincial Government's intention to bring the second Philippine Science High School (PSHS or "PISAY") campus in the Cordillera Administrative Region to the province. The proposal was presented during the Kapehan sa Kapitolyo on August 3 at the New Conference Hall in Bulanao, where the governor urged provin
Lorraine Bacullo
16 hours ago3 min read
3 rebels killed in Abra clash; Señires urges remaining NPA members to surrender
Abra, Philippines – Three former guerrilla officials were killed in the latest armed encounter between government troops and suspected members of the Ilocos-Cordillera Regional Committee (ICRC) of the New People's Army (NPA) on August 4 in Barangay Bonglo, Licuan-Baay, Abra. The bodies of the three slain rebels were recovered by government troops during clearing and pursuit operations following the fourth armed clash with an estimated 10 ICRC members operating in the area. Th
Leonora Lo-oy
16 hours ago2 min read
Buried alive by “TD Maymay” landslide: Two cooks die as Benguet eatery collapses
La Trinidad, Benguet – Two cooks lost their lives while another was injured after a rain-induced landslide triggered by Tropical Depression Maymay buried an eatery in Barangay Shilan, La Trinidad, Benguet, on Thursday morning, August 6. Police initially identified the fatalities as a 66-year-old and a 31-year-old, both employed as cooks at the eatery. Another cook, a 55-year-old man, survived the tragedy but sustained injuries. Based on the initial police report obtained by s
Mark Moises Calayan
16 hours ago2 min read
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