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Kalinga breaks ground on P171M landmark Theater and Museum, honoring cultural heritage
Tabuk City, Kalinga – In a move to advance cultural preservation, the Provincial Government of Kalinga, in partnership with the Provincial Tourism Office and the Department of Public Works and Highways, broke ground for the construction of a Multi-Purpose Building (Theater) and the Kalinga Cultural Center and Museum on February 27, 2026, at Capitol Hills in Bulanao, Tabuk City. The combined cost amounts to P171 million. Of the total budget, P73 million is allocated to the Mul
Mark Jordan Bomogao
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‘Construction of KCCM and Theater shows that Kalinga honor past, celebrate present, and prepare for future’ - Gov. Edduba during groundbreaking ceremony
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Marking a major step in the province’s push to preserve its heritage while driving cultural and economic development, the Provincial Government of Kalinga, headed by Governor James S. Edduba, broke ground for the construction of the Kalinga Cultural Center and Museum (KCCM) and the new Multi-Purpose Building (Theater) at Capitol Hills in Bulanao on February 27. The two buildings will serve as platforms to preserve and promote the province’s rich cultural
Lorraine Bacullo
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‘Tayo lang ang may ganito sa buong Luzon’: PTO Ngao-i hails Kalinga Cultural Center and Museum milestone
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Province of Kalinga marked a historic milestone with the groundbreaking of the Kalinga Cultural Center and Museum (KCCM) on February 27, 2026, at Capitol Hills in Bulanao, recognizing it as Luzon’s first provincially legislated cultural center and museum established through a special act of Congress. The establishment of the KCCM was formalized under Republic Act No. 11770, signed into law in 2022 by former President Rodrigo Duterte. The law provides
Lorraine Bacullo
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Buguias launches FIRST-ever Carrot Festival 2026
Buguias, Benguet – The Municipality of Buguias, widely known in the Philippines as a major producer of carrots, is set to celebrate its first-ever Carrot Festival from March 2 to 8, 2026. The festival will honor local farmers, cultural traditions, and the community’s rich agricultural heritage. With the theme “Cultivating a Sustainable Future: Sowing Innovations, Honoring Heritage,” the week-long celebration aims to highlight the vital role of agriculture in the town’s econom
Lorraine Bacullo
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“I Crossed the Line”: Country Singer Ogong issues apology over remarks at 17th Ibaloy Day in Baguio City
Baguio City, Philippines – A cultural celebration in Baguio City turned controversial this week. During the 17th Ibaloy Day at the Melvin Jones Grandstand on February 23, 2026, country singer Romeo Ogong from Sarangani Province—who had quickly gained attention among Cordillerans, known for their long embrace of country music— made crude jokes before a crowd of families, elders, and local officials. Ibaloy Day, organized by the Onjon ni Ivadoy Association Incorporated, is an a
Mark Moises Calayan
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Triple Gold Glory: Mayor Dagadag honors yTanudan young athlete’s inspiring CARAA 2026 feat
Tanudan, Kalinga – After Calleigh Duqueyne Paga, an elementary student from Mangali, hauled three gold medals in the 2026 Cordillera Administrative Region Athletic Association (CARAA) Meet, the Municipality of Tanudan expressed pride and commended her for the outstanding performance she displayed in the region’s biggest sporting event. Paga, a pupil of Anggacan Elementary School, represented Kalinga in athletics, where she clinched gold medals in the 100m dash, triple jump, a
Tanudan LGU
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“Lost Opportunity for Our Rising Stars” — World No. 1 Islay Bomogao laments Muay Thai exclusion from 2026 CARAA
Baguio City, Philippines – Islay Erika Bomogao, a Southeast Asian Games gold medalist and the first Filipina to be ranked World No. 1 in the -45kg female elite division by the International Federation of Muay Thai Associations (IFMA), has expressed disappointment over the removal of Muay Thai from this year’s Cordillera Administrative Region Athletic Association (CARAA) Meet. She said the sport has brought international recognition and pride to the region through athletes lik
Menchie Kinao-Puerto
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Golden Splash at CARAA 2026: Elementary swimmer from Rizal delivers FIVE gold medals for Kalinga
Tabuk City, Kalinga – This year’s Kalinga delegation to the 2026 Cordillera Administrative Region Athletic Association (CARAA) Meet came back stronger, surpassing the province’s performance from last year, with one young athlete delivering five gold medals in swimming. It can be recalled that Kalinga ranked at the bottom in the 2025 CARAA Meet, finishing with 73 total medals – 4 gold, 25 silver, and 44 bronze. However, this year, the province showed significant progress and
Leonora Lo-oy
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Boost to Cordillera’s ‘Salad Bowl’: ₱49M irrigation projects benefit over 400 Benguet farmers
Benguet, Philippines – A total of 456 farmers in Benguet are now benefiting from an improved water supply for their farms following the turnover of seven irrigation projects worth P49 million. The turnover took place during the Benguet Federation of Irrigators’ Associations Farmers’ Congress on February 20, 2026, at the Provincial Engineering Office in Wangal, La Trinidad. Farming remains a major economic backbone of Benguet, particularly in its highland municipalities such a
Lorraine Bacullo
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Six-year-old boy in Isabela struck by SUV on the night he learned to ride his bike
Luna, Isabela – A six-year-old boy who had just learned how to ride a bicycle died after being hit by a sport utility vehicle (SUV) in Luna, Isabela, on Wednesday night, February 25. The victim, identified only by the alias “Angelo,” was a resident of the area. Information obtained by a local media outlet from the Luna Police Station indicated that the tragic accident occurred at around 9:00 p.m. The child was riding his bicycle along a road in Barangay Mambabanga when an SUV
Mark Moises Calayan
3 days ago1 min read
Progress or Pricey Gamble?: Baguio City’s ₱600M Parking Project sparks intense community debate
Baguio City, Philippines – Plans to construct a P600-million multi-level mechanized parking facility in the Ganza area have sparked widespread discussion among residents, with opinions divided over its potential impact on traffic, urban space, and city finances. The Ganza public parking area is located near Burnham Park and The Ganza Restaurant along Harrison Road and Lake Drive in the city’s central business district. The proposed facility and the discussion Acting Assistant
Lorraine Bacullo
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Gov. Edduba's Phone Hacked: Public warned against fake solicitations using his name and number
Tabuk City, Kalinga - Kalinga Governor James S. Edduba warns the public against individuals allegedly using his mobile number and social media accounts to solicit money and material assistance. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, February 25, Edduba clarified that he is not asking for any form of cash or in-kind support from the public through Facebook, Messenger, Viber, or any of his accounts. The governor has urged the people to ignore and refrain from entertaining such messag
Mark Moises Calayan
4 days ago1 min read
“When we invest in cooperatives, we invest in people” — Gov. Edduba vows support at PEOPMC’s Groundbreaking of new facility
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Provincial Engineering Office Personnel Multi-Purpose Cooperative (PEOPMC) broke ground on its new facility in San Juan, Tabuk City, Kalinga on February 25, 2026, marking a significant step toward strengthening financial growth, fostering unity, and creating more opportunities for its members and their families. The new facility is expected to enhance operational efficiency and create additional income-generating opportunities for the cooperative and
Mark Jordan Bomogao
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FEATURE: Built from the Heart of an Intern: MPSU student transforms Bontoc Library with homegrown Digital System
Bontoc, Mt. Province – A student intern in Mt. Province has transformed a simple internship requirement into a functional innovation that now enhances the operations of the Bontoc Municipal Library. Aladin Ekid, a student of Mt. Province State University (MPSU), developed a digital log-in system designed to replace the manual logbook for walk-in users. The innovation allows the library to automatically record, store, and generate visitors’ data. The system was not built overn
Mark Moises Calayan
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‘Sa aming mga Igorot, kailangan laging may kapidpidwa (kasama), hindi pwedeng isa lang’ - Igorot Stone Kingdom founder Velasco on buying another Discaya luxury vehicle
Baguio City, Philippines – Exactly two weeks after acquiring a high-profile Rolls-Royce Cullinan worth more than P29 million, Igorot Stone Kingdom founder Pio Velasco has purchased another luxury vehicle formerly owned by the Discaya couple. Velasco secured a 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV for P6.6 million during the Bureau of Customs’ public auction on February 25, 2026. He was the lone bidder. In a media interview, Velasco explained that he did not buy the vehicle to show off w
Mark Moises Calayan
4 days ago1 min read
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