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“We are not against the organization but the perpetrators. Kasi dayta maulit-ulit” — Aldwayne's father seeks truth, justice in Navy trainee's death
Kiangan, Ifugao — The father of Philippine Navy trainee Aldwayne Dulnuan is calling for a thorough and impartial investigation into his son's death, saying the family cannot simply accept the initial finding that the young officer trainee died of heat stroke. When Guru Press Cordillera visited Kiangan on July 29, Dulnuan's family had just given their consent for an autopsy to be conducted on his body in hopes of determining what really happened and what caused his questionabl
Brent Martinez
2 minutes ago3 min read
Butbut, Tulgao tribes seal 3-month peace covenant; truce violators face 2-carabao penalty
Tabuk City, Kalinga — Students and employees from the Butbut and Tulgao tribes can now return to their schools and workplaces without fear after the two conflicting tribes signed a peace covenant formalizing a three-month ceasefire on July 30, 2026, at the 503rd Infantry Brigade Headquarters in Calanan, Tabuk City. The covenant was signed during a peace dialogue presided over by Engr. Andres Ngao-i, together with Tinglayan Municipal Administrator Atty. Mark Dave Bang-as and V
Leonora Lo-oy
36 minutes ago2 min read
‘With determination and commitment, goals are within reach’ – Mayor Dagadag lauds newly-commissioned marine officers from Tanudan
Tanudan, Kalinga — Inspired by another group of young iTanudans achieving their dreams, Mayor Jaedicke Rhoss Dagadag encouraged the youth of Tanudan to continue pursuing their aspirations, emphasizing that goals are within reach through determination, commitment, hard work, and excellence. Dagadag made the statement after three newly commissioned officers of the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) paid him a courtesy visit on July 28. They were P/Ens. Jinky Balonggay Sa
Tanudan LGU
42 minutes ago1 min read
First Dengue death hits Kalinga as cases surge 28%; Tabuk logs most number with 220 of 344 total infections
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Kalinga has recorded its first dengue-related death this year as dengue cases in the province climbed by 28 percent compared with the same period in 2025, prompting the Office of the Provincial Health Officer (OPHO)-Kalinga to intensify its call for the public to strengthen dengue prevention measures. Data from the OPHO's Provincial Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit showed that 344 dengue cases were recorded across the province from January 4 to July 25
Mark Jordan Bomogao
12 hours ago2 min read
First Dengue death hits Kalinga as cases surge 28%; Tabuk logs most number with 220 of 344 total infections
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Kalinga has recorded its first dengue-related death this year as dengue cases in the province climbed by 28 percent compared with the same period in 2025, prompting the Office of the Provincial Health Officer (OPHO)-Kalinga to intensify its call for the public to strengthen dengue prevention measures. Data from the OPHO's Provincial Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit showed that 344 dengue cases were recorded across the province from January 4 to July
Mark Jordan Bomogao
13 hours ago2 min read
Ceasefire sealed! Butbut, Tulgao tribes take first step toward lasting peace
Tabuk City, Kalinga — The Butbut and Tulgao tribes formally agreed to a ceasefire during a peace dialogue held at the Headquarters of the 503rd Infantry Brigade in Calanan, Tabuk City, on Thursday, July 30. The agreement formalizes a temporary truce between the two conflicting tribes while they, together with neutral peace mediators, work toward achieving a lasting and permanent peace settlement. The peace dialogue was presided over by Engr. Andres Ngao-i, with Tinglayan Muni
Guru Press Staff
14 hours ago2 min read
Woman, 69, found dead alone inside abandoned house in Santiago City
SANTIAGO CITY, Isabela – What began as a temporary refuge ended in tragedy after a 69-year-old woman was found dead alone inside an abandoned house in Barangay Dubinan East, Santiago City, on the morning of July 27. The woman, identified by police only as alias "Letty," a resident of Barangay Sagana, Santiago City, was discovered at around 7:30 a.m. by a 60-year-old woman identified only as alias "Bising." According to the initial investigation by the Santiago City Police Sta
Mark Moises Calayan
22 hours ago2 min read
'We can really see the difference': South Korean delegation praises Kalinga's unmatched hospitality
FEATURE "Kalinga is one of the most hospitable among all the provinces and regions we've been... we can really see the difference." — Seung-il Hong, TYM Corporation Head of Global Market Development TABUK CITY, Kalinga – Thousands of kilometers from home, a delegation from South Korea came to Kalinga to showcase agricultural machinery and innovation. But beyond the farms, technology, and business discussions, what they said they would remember most was something that could no
Lorraine Bacullo
22 hours ago2 min read
Giant 23.6-foot pineapple becomes Gonzaga's newest symbol of agricultural success as town launches first Pineapple Festival
FEATURE GONZAGA, Cagayan – Rising 23.6 feet into the sky and built from 7,311 freshly harvested pineapples, a towering pineapple effigy has become the pride of Gonzaga as the municipality officially soft-launched its first-ever Pineapple Festival on July 28, marking a milestone in the town's growing agricultural story. Displayed at the Gonzaga Town Hall, the giant pineapple immediately captured the attention of residents and visitors alike. More than just an eye-catching attr
Lorraine Bacullo
22 hours ago2 min read
“Don’t pick it up”: Ifugao authorities warn public of “patungkab” after explosive device was mistaken for chocolate
BANAUE, Ifugao – A small object that could easily be mistaken for a piece of chocolate or candy has prompted authorities in Ifugao to issue a public safety warning after it was identified as a locally known "patungkab," a type of explosive blasting device capable of causing serious injuries if mishandled. The advisory, first posted by the Philippine National Police (PNP) Banaue Municipal Police Station on July 26, warned that the device's size, color, and wrapping make it dec
Lorraine Bacullo
22 hours ago2 min read
Flower truck crashes after reported brake failure in Benguet; driver injured
TUBA, Benguet – A truck loaded with assorted flowers crashed into a roadside riprap along Marcos Highway in Barangay Badiwan, Poblacion, Tuba, Benguet, on Wednesday morning, July 29, after its brakes reportedly malfunctioned, injuring the driver while his three helpers escaped unharmed. The accident occurred at around 9:40 a.m. and involved an Isuzu aluminum wing van carrying boxes of assorted flowers. The truck was traveling along Marcos Highway when it reportedly experience
Grace Soriano
22 hours ago2 min read
“I will resign”: SK chairman in Isabela admits using fellow officials' honoraria, faces possible administrative charges
CAUAYAN CITY, Isabela – A Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) chairman in Barangay San Francisco, Cauayan City may face an administrative case after admitting that he used the three months' worth of honoraria intended for fellow SK officials to pay for his personal medical expenses. The admission was made during a committee hearing conducted by the Cauayan City Sangguniang Panlungsod, which tackled a complaint over the alleged non-release of the honoraria of SK officials for June, July
Grace Soriano
22 hours ago2 min read
PhilMech to Kalinga farmers: “Kung kulang pa, maaari pa tayong magdagdag… kung di napapakinabangan maari din naming bawiin”
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The Department of Agriculture–Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization (PhilMech) has assured farmers' cooperatives and associations (FCAs) in Kalinga that more agricultural machinery can still be provided under the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) Mechanization Program—provided that the equipment already distributed is being fully utilized. PhilMech Director III Joel V. Dator made the assurance during the second day of
Mark Moises Calayan
22 hours ago3 min read
PH Navy formally launches investigation on Ifugao pilot death; initial result points to heat stroke
Kiangan, Ifugao – As Aldwayne Dulnuan’s family holds wake for him in Kiangan, Ifugao, the Philippine Navy has launched a formal investigation on his passing, saying that the probe is being done ‘thoroughly, transparently, and impartially.’ Dulnuan, a licensed private pilot who dreams to become an officer of the Philippine Navy, was having his training in San Antonio, Zambales for the Philippine Navy's Naval Officer Candidate Course (NOCC) when his family received the news o
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago2 min read
₱30B farm mechanization program delivers up to ₱60B return, says PhilMech chief
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The government's Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) Mechanization Program has generated an estimated ₱40 billion to ₱60 billion in economic returns from a ₱30-billion investment over the past six years, according to Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization (PhilMech) Director IV Dionisio G. Alvindia. Alvindia disclosed the figures during a press conference at the Kalinga Provincial Capitol on Tuesday, July 28, after being
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago3 min read
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