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FOUR barangays in Santa Marcela, Apayao conferred with prestigious SGLGB awards at 34th Local Government Month Regional Ceremony
Santa Marcela, Apayao — The Municipality of Santa Marcela, Apayao, earned multiple Seal of Good Local Governance for Barangay (SGLGB) recognitions during the 34th Local Government Month Regional Commemoration and Awarding Ceremony held on October 23, 2025, at the Newton Plaza Hotel Convention Center in Baguio City, highlighting the municipality’s excellence in governance and community service. The four barangays conferred with the awards were Barocboc, Malekkeg, Panay, and Sa
Lorraine Bacullo
50 minutes ago2 min read
FEATURE: 19 HIV patients benefit from treatment hub at Balay Lumin-awa in Kalinga to continue living normal lives; Dr. Astudillo says they are always ready to help
Tabuk City, Kalinga — Now on its first year of providing treatment to people living with human immunodeficiency virus (PLHIV), Balay Lumin-awa in Kalinga continues to help patients live normal, healthy lives, with 19 individuals currently enrolled at the hub. Established in September 2025, Balay Lumin-awa, located at the Kalinga Provincial Hospital in Bulanao, Tabuk City, serves as the province’s official treatment hub for people living with HIV. In an interview with Dr. Rily
Leonora Lo-oy
51 minutes ago2 min read
“In government, when something is prone to abuse, it would surely be abused” – Atty. Comafay on proposed issuance of credit cards to Tabuk City officials
Tabuk City, Kalinga — Attorney Errol Comafay expressed his concerns on social media regarding the proposal to issue credit cards to Tabuk City officials for official transactions. In a now-deleted post by the Tabuk City Public Information Office, it was reported that representatives from the Land Bank of the Philippines proposed issuing credit cards to selected city government offices to cover official fuel, accommodation, and transportation expenses. The post drew numerous c
Mark Jordan Bomogao
17 hours ago1 min read
Man in Abra who couldn’t move on from ex-partner kills her mother and brother
Abra, Philippines — A security guard from La Paz, Abra, who allegedly could not move on from his ex-partner, killed the latter’s mother and brother in Piddig, Ilocos Norte, on Sunday afternoon, October 26, 2025. According to the Piddig Police, the 37-year-old suspect was arrested by a patrolling team after officers saw him carrying a firearm while riding a black Honda Beat motorcycle. Upon inspection, police discovered that the suspect was in possession of an unlicensed Calib
Leonora Lo-oy
17 hours ago2 min read
One dead, another injured after security guard in Benguet fires gun and sets bunkhouse on fire
Itogon, Benguet — One person was killed and another was injured after a shooting and fire incident at Atok Gold Mines in Sitio Assay, Barangay Gumatdang, Itogon, Benguet, on Monday night, October 27, both allegedly committed by the same individual. According to initial police reports, the suspect was the officer-in-charge (OIC) of the mining site’s security team. He reportedly shot a colleague past 8:00 p.m. that evening due to an alleged personal problem. Following the shoot
Mark Moises Calayan
17 hours ago1 min read
FIRST 100 DAYS: Tinglayan Mayor Charles Abay reports accomplishments
Tinglayan, Kalinga – After completing his first 100 days in office—marked by the initiation and implementation of several priority projects and programs—Mayor Charles Abay reaffirmed his commitment to work hand in hand with his constituents in sustaining a transparent, inclusive, and progressive Municipality of Tinglayan. Speaking before his constituents on October 20 at the Open Gym in Poblacion, Abay presented the accomplishments of his administration during its first 100 d
Tinglayan LGU
1 day ago3 min read
17-year-old iKalinga fighter wins bronze in MMA at Asian Youth Games
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Seventeen-year-old iKalinga fighter Alexander Tagure Jr. is beginning to reap the fruits of his discipline, grit, faith, consistency, and perseverance after making his first win in international fight on October 26 in Bahrain. Alexander was one of the Philippine delegates to the 2025 Asian Youth Games held in Manama, Bahrain, from October 22 to 31. Now on its third edition, the event gathered more than 8,000 young athletes from 45 Asian nations, competin
Leonora Lo-oy
1 day ago2 min read
Barangay Pantikian, Balbalan is Cordillera’s 2025‘Lupong Tagapamayapa’ Regional Champion
Balbalan, Kalinga – The efforts and initiatives of the Barangay Local Government Unit of Pantikian, Balbalan to peacefully settle disputes have paid off after the barangay was recognized as the 2025 ‘Lupong Tagapamayapa’ Regional Champion in the Cordillera region. The Lupong Tagapamayapa citation, awarded by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), honors barangays with exemplary performance in resolving conflicts and promoting harmony at the grassroots lev
Leonora Lo-oy
1 day ago1 min read
“Kalinga Fair Trade Ordinance” proceeds to third reading — Board Member Dona-al
Tabuk City, Kalinga — Following the farmers’ forum held on Monday, October 27, where rice and corn farmers voiced their concerns on issues affecting their livelihood, Board Member Christopher Dona-al said the proposed Kalinga Fair Trade Ordinance now stands on a stronger foundation. Dona-al, author of the measure, shared that the ordinance is scheduled for its third reading during the Sangguniang Panlalawigan session on October 28 at the Legislative Building. During the forum
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago2 min read
Kalinga Provincial Hospital to acquire ₱9.8M Modern X-ray Machine to replace decades-old equipment
Tabuk City, Kalinga — With its aging X-ray machine frequently breaking down, the Kalinga Provincial Hospital (KPH) will soon acquire a new stationary X-ray unit worth ₱9.8 million, promising more efficient and accurate diagnostic imaging to meet the province’s growing demand for radiology services. According to KPH Chief of Hospital Dr. Reynaldo Aranca, the proposed new X-ray unit will replace the facility’s decades-old machine that often malfunctions, forcing patients to see
Lorraine Bacullo
2 days ago2 min read
50 Agta Families in Barangay San Juan Benefit from NHA Housing Project; Certificates of Eligibility awarded this October 2025
Santa Marcela, Apayao – A new chapter has begun for fifty (50) Indigenous People (IP) families in Santa Marcela as they received their Certificates of Eligibility for Lot, marking their official inclusion in the IPs Housing Project. The Local Government Unit (LGU) of Santa Marcela and the National Housing Authority (NHA) jointly hosted the turnover ceremony and Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing on October 21, 2025, in Barangay San Juan, underscoring their shared commitmen
Krizza Castillo
2 days ago2 min read
27 farmers in Santa Marcela graduate from ATI’s Farmer Scientist Training Program
Santa Marcela, Apayao — Twenty-seven (27) farmers from Barangays Marcela, San Mariano, and Barocboc graduated from Phase II of the Farmer Scientist Training Program (FSTP) on October 14, 2025—marking another milestone in the socio-economic advancement of the town’s farming sector. The program is implemented by the Agricultural Training Institute (ATI), an attached agency of the Department of Agriculture (DA), which has been recognized as a successful model for agricultural r
Krizza Castillo
2 days ago2 min read
Bodong Festival represented by Tanudan wins ‘Outstanding Musical Arrangement’ Award at Cordillera Festival of Festivals
Tanudan, Kalinga – The Kalinga Bodong Festival, represented by the Municipality of Tanudan, won the “Outstanding Musical Arrangement” award at the Cordillera Festival of Festivals held in Baguio City on October 24. The Cordillera Festival of Festivals is an annual event that brings together the major and signature celebrations of the Cordillera provinces—Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga, and Mountain Province—as well as the cities of Baguio and Tabuk, showcasing the reg
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago1 min read
‘Ulmog’ (Brown Planthoppers) spotted in Cagayan Valley; Over 100 hectares affected across FOUR provinces
Cagayan, Philippines – Aside from the recent drop in palay (unmilled rice) buying prices, another threat to the livelihood of farmers in Cagayan Valley has emerged — the detection of brown planthoppers, locally known as ulmog, which have already affected more than 100 hectares of rice fields in the region. The Department of Agriculture - Regional Crop Protection Center (DA-RCPC 2) reported on October 22 that brown planthoppers were detected in the provinces of Cagayan, Isabel
Mark Moises Calayan
3 days ago2 min read
‘Deepening our knowledge of our culture and identity empowers us’ – SDS Buya-ao to Cordilleran teachers during 2025 Regional Indigenous Peoples Education Conference
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Emphasizing the strength of Cordilleran identity and culture as the driving force behind the region’s commitment to education, DepEd Kalinga Schools Division Superintendent (SDS) Gloria Buya-ao encouraged delegates from across the Cordillera to celebrate their role as educators, leaders, and learners in shaping the future of the highlands during the 2025 Regional Indigenous Peoples Education (IPED) Conference held on October 21, 2025, at the Kalinga Stat
Lorraine Bacullo
3 days ago2 min read
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