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2 dead as Leptospirosis cases soar 245% in Kalinga; OPHO warns public
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Two people have died from leptospirosis in Kalinga this year as cases in the province surged by 245 percent compared with the same period last year, prompting the Office of the Provincial Health Officer (OPHO)-Kalinga to intensify its call for residents to take preventive measures against the disease. Data from the OPHO’s Provincial Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit (PESU) showed that 69 leptospirosis cases were recorded across the province from January
Mark Jordan Bomogao
a few seconds ago2 min read
“Intaray na bayad ti Lettuce?” Man from Conner accused of running off with over ₱30k worth of harvest payment
“Taga Conner, Apayao isuna. Inmay kanyami a nagpakasi nga agpa-supply. Ngem ti dakes naka panunotna nga inpakontrata jay mula na kuma nga kultaenmi.”- Lorenzo Subli Marcos TABUK CITY, Kalinga — A man from Conner, Apayao is accused of allegedly harvesting lettuce from a garden without the owner’s knowledge and then disappearing with a payment estimated at more than ₱30,000. Lorenzo Subli Marcos, in an interview with Guru Press Cordillera, said the incident occurred on August
Grace Soriano
20 minutes ago3 min read
8 Dead, 123 downed by Leptospirosis in Cordillera, DOH reports
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Eight people have died while 123 cases of leptospirosis were recorded in the Cordillera Administrative Region from January 4 to August 1, 2026, according to the Department of Health–Cordillera Administrative Region (DOH-CAR). The figures come as persistent rains and flooding continue across the region, raising concerns over increased exposure to contaminated floodwater, mud and soil. In a briefing reported by national media, DOH-CAR said the 123 cases re
Lorraine Bacullo
29 minutes ago3 min read
Balbalan’s fighting pride: Arvin Sabado bags silver medal in Siamyut Global Heritage Muaythai Championship 2026
SPORTS TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Long before Arvin Sabado stepped into the international Muay Thai ring, he was already fighting a different kind of battle—balancing school, work, and training while pursuing his dream of becoming a competitive fighter. The native of Salegseg, Balbalan, Kalinga recently added an international silver medal to his growing list of achievements after representing the Philippines at the Siamyut Global Heritage Muaythai Championship 2026 in Samut Songkh
Mark Jordan Bomogao
35 minutes ago3 min read
“Agtatakaw ti gas”: 3 suspected serial petroleum thieves nabbed in Cagayan
CAGAYAN, Philippines — Three men allegedly involved in a series of theft incidents in Cagayan were arrested after they were caught stealing petroleum from a cell site in Catotoran Norte, Camalaniugan, Cagayan in the early hours of Wednesday, August 26, 2026. The Police Regional Office 2 (PRO2) said the suspects, identified as aliases “Kiko,” “Ramon,” and “Ricky,” were arrested after personnel of the Camalaniugan Municipal Police Station spotted a suspicious maroon van parked
Leonora Lo-oy
14 hours ago2 min read
Suspect in Bagumbayan shooting that killed farmer in Tabuk City arrested
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — A 30-year-old farmer is now under police custody after allegedly shooting and killing another farmer following a drinking session in Barangay Bagumbayan, Tabuk City, Kalinga early Tuesday, August 25, 2026. The suspect, identified as alias “Romy,” 30, single, a farmer and resident of Sitio Banagan Upper, Barangay Bagumbayan, Tabuk City, is facing charges for murder and illegal possession of firearms, according to the Tabuk City Police Station. The victim
Guru Press Staff
16 hours ago1 min read
Tabuk rules Kickboxing with 12 Gold, 7 Silver in Battle of Warriors 5th Season, drawing over 250 fighters
SPORTS TABUK CITY, Kalinga — More than 250 combat fighters from across the Cordillera, Cagayan Valley, and Metro Manila converged in Kalinga for the fifth season of the Battle of Warriors: Laban Kontra Droga, with Tabuk City’s Team Wonderkick Martial Art Training Center dominating the kickboxing competition. Held on August 22 at the Kalinga Astrodome in Bulanao, Tabuk City, the tournament featured competitions in boxing, kickboxing, and Muay Thai, bringing together young figh
Leonora Lo-oy
23 hours ago2 min read
Stranded in Panama for 3 months, Cagayan seafarer finally recovers ₱318K in unpaid wages, airfare
GATTARAN, Cagayan — A Filipino seafarer from Gattaran, Cagayan recovered ₱318,600.25 in unpaid wages and airfare reimbursement through the government’s Single Entry Approach (SEnA) settlement process after reportedly being stranded in Panama for three months without receiving his salary. The settlement was facilitated through SEnA, a labor dispute-resolution mechanism administered by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) that provides workers and employers with a fast
Lorraine Bacullo
23 hours ago2 min read
10-year-old Grade 2 learner reported missing in Baguio; Family appeals for help
BAGUIO CITY — A 10-year-old Grade 2 learner from Springhills Integrated School has been reported missing since the evening of Sunday, August 23, 2026, prompting his family to appeal to the public for help in locating him. The child, identified as Stephen Insas, is a resident of Kadaclan, Loakan Apugan Barangay, Baguio City. According to a missing-person notice released by his family, Stephen was last seen on the evening of August 23. His family is appealing to anyone who may
Grace Soriano
23 hours ago1 min read
‘16,563 hectares get irrigation boost this wet season, keeps Kalinga and Isabela farms growing’ - NIA-Kalinga
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — A total of 16,563 hectares of farmland are programmed for irrigation under the National Irrigation Administration (NIA)-Kalinga’s 2026 wet-season program, helping sustain agricultural production across parts of Kalinga and Isabela. Based on the NIA-Kalinga Progress of Farming Activities – Wet Crop Season 2026 as of August 24, the Upper Chico River Irrigation System (UCRIS) has a firmed-up service area of 17,575.66 hectares, with 16,563 hectares programme
Lorraine Bacullo
23 hours ago3 min read
230 accidents in first half of 2026: BFP-Kalinga says most crash victims were intoxicated riders, minors
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)-Kalinga responded to 230 vehicular traffic accidents (VTAs) across the province during the first six months of 2026, with many of those involved reportedly being minors and intoxicated riders or drivers. In an interview with Guru Press Cordillera on Monday, August 24, BFP-Kalinga Public Information Officers Fire Officer 1 Leizl Graile Bali and Non-Uniformed Personnel San Ubaldo Esteban said the agency’s Emergency Medic
Mark Moises Calayan
23 hours ago2 min read
31-yr.-old farmer in Tabuk shot dead with M16 after clash with drinking buddy
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — A 31-year-old farmer was shot dead after an argument allegedly broke out between him and his drinking companion in Barangay Bagumbayan, Tabuk City, early Tuesday morning, August 25. Initial police investigation, according to an informant, showed that the victim, a married resident of the barangay, was drinking with a 30-year-old farmer, single and also a resident of the area, when the altercation occurred at around 3:20 a.m. in Sitio Banagan Upper. The a
Leonora Lo-oy
23 hours ago1 min read
Buyer warns suspected poisonous crab in Baguio Market; Inspection finds none, advises public to “report and don’t eat unfamiliar seafood”
BAGUIO CITY — A consumer raised the alarm after reportedly finding an unfamiliar crab among edible talangka purchased from the Baguio City Public Market, prompting authorities to inspect the market and remind the public about the risks of consuming unidentified marine species. Raiza Marie Ricohermoso raised the concern online after her husband purchased crabs from the market’s Fish Section on August 22, 2026. She said she became concerned after noticing an unfamiliar crab amo
Grace Soriano
24 hours ago3 min read
‘Nu nakainom dan, haan yo itulok nga pumanaw da… Dakayo met nga ubing, haan agmotor nu nakainom kayon’ - BFP-Kalinga reminds parents and youth on tragic road accidents
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Parents should think twice before allowing their children to ride motorcycles after drinking, as the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)-Kalinga continues to respond to road crashes involving intoxicated riders. BFP-Kalinga, headed by Fire Chief Inspector (FCINSP) Ronald P. Rivera, recorded 230 vehicular traffic accident (VTA) responses from January to June 2026, up by 72 cases from the 158 responses during the same period last year. The figure represents a
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago3 min read
39 counts of raping minor, Cordillera’s No. 1 Most Wanted nabbed in Abra
“Hindi natin hahayaang manatiling malaya ang mga taong may mabibigat na kaso” - PNP Chief PGen. Melencio Nartatez Jr ABRA, Philippines — The Cordillera region’s No. 1 most wanted person was arrested in Abra and is now set to face 39 counts of qualified rape of a minor, according to the Philippine National Police (PNP). The suspect, identified only as alias “Ernesto,” was listed as the Cordillera’s No. 1 most wanted person for the third quarter of 2026. Ernesto was arrested on
Leonora Lo-oy
1 day ago2 min read
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