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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
31 minutes 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
36 minutes 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
4 hours 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
4 hours 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
4 hours 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
4 hours 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
2 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
2 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
2 days ago2 min read
20 international cycling teams to compete in STAGE 6 of Tour of Luzon 2026 in Cagayan
Tuguegarao City, Cagayan – The Province of Cagayan is set to host the 6th stage of the Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC) Tour of Luzon 2026 on May 4, showcasing its towns, communities, and cultural attractions to both local and international athletes. With this year’s theme, “Heritage in Motion,” the MPTC Tour of Luzon is one of the country’s most prestigious multi-stage cycling competitions, featuring 20 professional and international teams competing across 14 challenging
Mark Jordan Bomogao
2 days ago2 min read
Tragic Accident in Baguio: 85-year-old woman dead, companion injured in motorcycle crash on Naguilian Road
Baguio City, Philippines – A road accident along Quirino Highway (Naguilian Road) earlier this week left a senior citizen dead and another injured. According to the Baguio City Police Office (BCPO), as cited by local media outlets, the incident occurred on the evening of Tuesday, March 28, when a motorcycle heading toward the city proper struck two elderly women who were crossing the highway. Due to the force of the impact, the victims sustained severe injuries to various par
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago1 min read
“Ti good governance ket makita dapat inaldaw. Saan laeng a no asidegen ti validation santo aggaraw” - Brgy. Capt. Alunday during SGLB validation
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Good governance should not be performed only during evaluation periods but must be practiced daily and felt by the people through consistent and effective public service, according to Barangay Lacnog Captain Joel L. Alunday. Alunday made the statement following the barangay’s 2026 Seal of Good Local Governance for Barangays (SGLGB) validation conducted by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Tuesday, April 28. As stated on the DI
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago2 min read
Aguinaldo is lone Ifugao LGU to receive 2026 National Excellence Award for clean financial records
Aguinaldo, Ifugao – The municipality of Aguinaldo, Ifugao, led by Mayor Clemente S. Talusig, has been named a 2026 National Excellence Awardee by the Philippine Association of Local Government Accountants, Inc. (PHALGA) after its financial records were found to be “clean” by the Commission on Audit (COA). According to the municipality’s Information Office, Aguinaldo was among the select recipients of the award after obtaining an Unmodified Opinion (UO) from COA on its financi
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago1 min read
Mom in santa Marcela, Apayao wakes up handcuffed by own child - police come to the rescue
Santa Marcela, Apayao – What began as innocent curiosity and child’s play turned into an unusual household incident after a young boy accidentally handcuffed his sleeping mother while playing with his father’s security equipment, prompting her to seek urgent assistance from authorities. In a post by the Santa Marcela Municipal Police Station (MPS), the mother—whose identity was withheld—arrived at the station on April 29 with her wrist still restrained by handcuffs. According
Lorraine Bacullo
2 days ago2 min read
PANAGYAMAN AWARDS 2026: PESO Kalinga gains DOLE Recognition for driving employment and economic growth
Baguio City, Philippines – The Provincial Government of Kalinga, led by Governor James Edduba, was recognized for its sustained implementation of livelihood and employment programs. During the Panagyaman Awards 2025 conducted by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)–Cordillera on April 27 in Baguio City, a Certificate of Recognition was awarded to the Kalinga Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU) for its continued collaboration with the agency in implementing the In
Mark Moises Calayan
3 days ago2 min read
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