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Buy-bust operation launched to arrest 13-Year-Old selling Shabu in Cauayan City, Isabela
Isabela, Philippines – Instead of studying or doing schoolwork at home, a 13-year-old boy was out selling suspected illegal drugs in Cauayan City, Isabela. According to local media reports, the teenager became the subject of a buy-bust operation conducted by anti-narcotics operatives on Thursday evening, October 16, in Barangay San Fermin. The 13-year-old was arrested after transacting with an undercover operative and selling a small sachet containing a substance believed
Leonora Lo-oy
30 minutes ago1 min read
Police killed in Isabela stabbing tragedy honored with Medalya ng Kadakilaan
Isabela, Philippines – In recognition of his act of ultimate sacrifice, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has awarded the Medalya ng Kadakilaan to a fallen Isabela police officer who died while pacifying a man running amok on October 17, 2025, in Cauayan City. Police Corporal Jay-ar Galabay had just finished providing covert security for the Miss Tourism Philippines 2025 Coronation Night and was on his way home past 1:00 a.m. when he encountered Jomark Molina, who was re
Leonora Lo-oy
32 minutes ago1 min read
Ifugao students WIN multiple awards in 16th National Food Showdown
Lagawe, Ifugao – The culinary talents of Ifugao students shone on the national stage as they brought home multiple medals and accolades at the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Baguio (HRAB) 16th National Food Showdown, held from October 9 to 11, 2025, in Baguio City. The competition, which took place as part of the 18th Annual Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Month, brought together students and professionals from across the country to showcase their culinary skills and cr
Mark Moises Calayan
56 minutes ago2 min read
Mankanyan, Benguet residents stand their ground against mining project
Mankayan, Benguet – Residents of Mankayan, Benguet are standing their ground against the planned mining operations of a “64% Australian-owned company” in their area, emphasizing that the project would destroy their farms, water sources, and ancestral lands. On October 13, 2025, around 400 residents of the town gathered for a community mass and program to bless their newly installed barricade — a symbol of their resistance. The event also marked the formal launch of the No M
Mark Moises Calayan
58 minutes ago2 min read
“We should be proud to be an IP because we are the original Filipinos” - Kalinga Provincial IPMR Sugguiyao
Tabuk City, Kalinga - The Office of the Provincial Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative (IPMR) headed by Michael Karel Sugguiyao, is leading efforts to promote cultural pride and sustainable development through the annual celebration of Indigenous Peoples' Month this October. Suguiyao said that the province will mark the National Indigenous Peoples’ Month on October 29, under the theme “Weaving Culture and Reaching Future.” Various activities are planned throughout t
Lorraine Bacullo
1 hour ago2 min read
Man in Isabela who ran amok stabs Police Officer, gets shot in return
Cauayan City, Isabela – An attempt to pacify a man who went berserk ended in tragedy in Isabela, leaving two people dead—one of them a police officer assigned to the Cauayan City Police Station. At around 1:00 a.m. on Friday, October 17, Police Corporal Jay-ar Galabay, a resident of Reina Mercedes, Isabela, had just finished providing covert security for the Miss Tourism Philippines 2025 Coronation Night. He was on his way home when he encountered Jomark Molina. According
Leonora Lo-oy
23 hours ago1 min read
PCol. Fati-ig of Tinglayan returns to lead Police Force in Kalinga
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Police Colonel Gilbert Fati-ig is officially back home to lead the Kalinga police force, following the turnover of command ceremony held at Camp Captain Juan M. Duyan in Bulanao on Thursday, October 16. Fati-ig received the command to lead the Kalinga Police Provincial Office (KPPO) from outgoing Provincial Director PCol. James Mangili during the ceremony facilitated by PCol. Julio Lizardo, Acting Deputy Regional Director for Administration of PRO-CAR, a
Leonora Lo-oy
23 hours ago1 min read
Blockchain Technology launched in Baguio – First in the Country and Southeast Asia
Baguio City, Philippines – As recent flood control anomalies continue to plague the country, the City of Baguio launched blockchain technology on October 15 in partnership with Bayanichain, aiming to improve transparency and accountability in government. The launch makes Baguio the first city in the country and in Southeast Asia to implement and adopt blockchain technology for public records. The initiative also includes a feedback center where citizens can submit their queri
Mark Jordan Bomogao
23 hours ago1 min read
24-year-old man injured in Piggatan Bridge collapse in Alcala gets zero billing from CVMC
Cagayan, Philippines – The 24-year-old man who suffered a spinal cord injury when the Piggatan Bridge in Alcala collapsed earlier this month will receive zero billing from the Cagayan Valley Medical Center (CVMC), where he was treated. The 24-year-old was among the individuals passing through the 45-year-old Piggatan Bridge when it gave way due to the combined weight of four trucks on October 7. The bridge, constructed in 1980, was only retrofitted in 2016 with a funding of ₱
Leonora Lo-oy
23 hours ago1 min read
Tanudan Sangguniang Bayan welcomes new Municipal IPMR
Tanudan, Kalinga – Members of the Sangguniang Bayan of Tanudan welcomed new council member, newly-selected Municipal Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative(IPMR), Hon. Jocelyn Dulagan on October 13. Dulagan marked her first attendance at the SB on Monday, where she took her oath administered by Mayor Jaedicke Rhoss Dagadag, witnessed by the different barangay IPMRs and the SB members led by Vice Mayor Antonio Basungit Jr. The newly-designated municipal official who is a
Tanudan LGU
23 hours ago1 min read
IMPOSTOR WARNING!: Public warned against man posing as DA-CAR staff, soliciting money for Cebu quake victims
Baguio City, Philippines - The Department of Agriculture in Cordillera warned the public against an individual who is pretending to be affiliated with the agency and deceitfully asking for money for the victims of the earthquake in Cebu. It can be recalled that Cebu was hit by a magnitude 6.9 earthquake on September 30, 2025, displacing around 15,000 families - more than 60 individuals died and over 300 were injured. Since then, various kinds of assistance have been given an
Mark Moises Calayan
23 hours ago2 min read
Kalinga PLGU ranks 7th nationwide in wise use of public funds
Tabuk City, Kalinga - The Provincial Government of Kalinga (Kalinga PLGU), under the leadership of Governor James S. Edduba, has earned a spot among the top provinces in the country when it comes to how government funds are managed and spent for the people. In a Memorandum Circular No. 017-2025 dated October 1, 2025, of the Bureau of Local Government Finance (BLGF), Kalinga placed 7th nationwide in Total Current Operating Expenditures per Capita (TCOE). According to the BLG
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago1 min read
Igorot coffee roaster is FIRST RUNNER-UP in 2025 Philippine Coffee Roasting Competition
Baguio City, Philippines - An Igorot coffee roaster from the Baguio City wins big in the national coffee scene after securing a spot in the prestigious Philippine Coffee Roasting Competition (PCRC) 2025, showcasing not only exceptional roasting skills but also the rich coffee heritage of the highlands. The PCRC is an annual competition that brings together the nation’s finest roasters to highlight innovation and excellence in Philippine coffee. This year the contest was held
Lorraine Bacullo
1 day ago2 min read
FEATURE: IFSU hosts concert-for-a-cause, features Miss World Philippines–Ifugao 2025 and Orange & Lemons
Lamut, Ifugao - Drawing hundreds of students, faculty, and community members, Ifugao State University (IFSU) successfully hosted a Concert for a Cause, featuring Miss World Philippines–Ifugao 2025 and acclaimed Filipino OPM band Orange & Lemons. The Voices of Hope: Benefit Concert for Healing and Compassion was held on October 4, 2025 at the IFSU Luis Hora Gymnasium, Lamut, Ifugao, aimed at raising funds for local educational and outreach programs while celebrating music, cul
Lorraine Bacullo
1 day ago1 min read
Calayan, Cagayan receives P.5M aid from LGU Pasig
Calayan, Cagayan – The Municipality of Calayan received P500,000.00 financial assistance from the Pasig City Local Government Unit on October 15, 2025 at the City Mayor’s Office in San Nicolas, Pasig City to help the island recover from the devastation caused by Super Typhoon Nando. The said assistance was personally received by the representatives of Calayan Municipal Government. It can be recalled that Super Typhoon Nando made landfall over Panuitan Island in Calayan, Cagay
Lorraine Bacullo
1 day ago2 min read
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