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Ilagan, Isabela inaugurates first LGU-owned college, partners with Adamson University to expand access to higher education
Ilagan, Isabela – Students in Ilagan who once had to leave the city now have better access to higher education following the inauguration of the City of Ilagan College (CIC) in Barangay Lullutan on May 4, 2026. The inauguration was formalized through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement with Adamson University. Under the agreement, the university will provide academic supervision, faculty training, and extension classes, allowing students to complete both undergraduate an
Mark Jordan Bomogao
40 minutes ago1 min read
WATER CRISIS IN BANAUE: Residents experience supply cut amid ownership dispute of water source
Banaue, Ifugao – A water shortage has hit Banaue after the local water district’s supply was cut off amid a dispute over the ownership of its water source, leaving residents without water for nearly a week. The interruption came after the Banaue Water District suspended rental payments for the use of its water source following the issuance of an Audit Observation Memorandum (AOM) by the Commission on Audit (COA), which required proof of ownership from the claimant. However, t
Mark Jordan Bomogao
43 minutes ago1 min read
TESDA-Kalinga trainees win 2 gold, 1 silver medals in Regional Skills Olympics, set sights on National Skills Competition
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)–Kalinga recently won two gold medals at the 2026 WorldSkills Philippines – Cordillera Regional Skills Olympics (CRSO) held on April 23, highlighting the strong performance of its trainees. The winners are now being considered for the next level of competition in the National Skills Competition. The CRSO, organized by TESDA-CAR, gathers top trainees from different provinces across the region
Lorraine Bacullo
48 minutes ago2 min read
BM Lammawin rallies support for Kalinga’s ‘ALAPUAP’ Tourism AI Project
“We really appreciate KSU, especially these developers—also the DOST… on our part sa tourism, information really needs to be added from time to time… to complete the information.” Board Member Lammawin Tabuk City, Kalinga – Sangguniang Panlalawigan Board Member Camilo T. Lammawin underscored the importance of continuous data updates in the newly adopted tourism AI project, “ALAPUAP,” developed by Kalinga State University (KSU) students. The provincial legislator emphasize
Lorraine Bacullo
54 minutes ago2 min read
Hundreds of Kalinga farmers to receive Land Titles in DAR region-wide distribution on June 16
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) Kalinga is set to facilitate a regionwide turnover of electronic titles (e-titles) and Certificates of Land Ownership Award (CLOAs) to agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs), as part of its continuing efforts to strengthen land tenure security and support the agricultural sector in the province. The regionwide event is scheduled on June 16, 2026 and forms part of DAR’s ongoing land reform program aimed at recognizing
Lorraine Bacullo
1 hour ago2 min read
‘Discharging firearms during burial rites not part of Kalinga tradition… poses risks to public safety’ – Tabuk City Councilor Bon-as
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Debunking claims that discharging firearms during burial rites is part of Kalinga tradition, Tabuk City Councilor Jayferson Bon-as asserted that the unauthorized practice poses a serious danger to the public. “Not part of Kalinga tradition, saan tayo met kaugalian ti agpaputok ti paltog nu maitabon ti minatay tayo. Some only use the occasion to fire their guns. Definitely, it is not a tribal practice,” explained Bon-as as he relayed the need for the ordi
Leonora Lo-oy
1 hour ago2 min read
‘P87.2M Nambaran and Lacnog Bridges in Kalinga Set for Inauguration Next Week’ — DPWH-LKDEO District Engineer Uyam
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Two newly constructed bridges along key roads in Kalinga province are set to be inaugurated next week, according to District Engineer Ruby A. Uyam of the Department of Public Works and Highways–Lower Kalinga District Engineering Office (DPWH-LKDEO). Uyam shared the update in an interview with Guru Press Cordillera on Tuesday, May 4, confirming the completion of the infrastructure projects aimed at improving mobility and ensuring safer, more reliable road
Mark Moises Calayan
1 hour ago2 min read
One dead in Benguet road crash: Sudanese foreign student driver faces charges
Tabuk City, Kalinga – A 25-year-old foreign student was subjected to inquest proceedings following a road crash that killed a 48-year-old woman in Benguet on May 1, 2026. According to police reports, the suspect, a Sudanese national temporarily residing in Baguio City, was driving a van bound for La Union with six student passengers when the incident occurred. Investigators, as cited by Mountain Beacon, said the driver attempted to overtake another vehicle along a curved sect
Leonora Lo-oy
1 hour ago1 min read
Kalinga SP backs Barangay Bantay’s bid for ‘Fruit Basket Capital’ recognition
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Kalinga, headed by Vice Governor Dave Odiem, is set to craft a resolution declaring Barangay Bantay in Tabuk City as the “Fruit Basket Capital of the Province.” Barangay Bantay has long been known for its thriving fruit industry, producing crops such as rambutan, lanzones, and dragon fruit, making it one of the key agricultural areas in the province. In line with this, the barangay council submitted Resolution No. 1, serie
Mark Moises Calayan
1 hour ago1 min read
Balbalan sets stricter limits on cigarettes and vapes in public areas; ordinance approved by Kalinga SP
Tabuk City, Kalinga - A proposed ordinance of the municipality of Balbalan aimed at implementing stricter rules on cigarettes and other tobacco products in the area has secured the support of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Kalinga, allowing the local government unit to promote a healthier environment. During its regular session presided over by Vice Governor Dave Odiem on Tuesday, May 5, the Sangguniang Panlalawigan approved the Municipal Ordinance No. 315 of Balbalan. T
Mark Moises Calayan
1 hour ago2 min read
“Haan tayo maaksyonan ta idiay lang gamin Facebook, awan ti formal complaint” - BM Donaal on posts claiming outsider traders being prohibited to buy palay in Tabuk
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Despite the existence of an ordinance prohibiting the practice, concerns were raised at the Sangguniang Panlalawigan regarding private individuals allegedly preventing outside traders from buying palay (unmilled rice) from Kalinga farmers. However, the lack of formal complaints is hindering any legal action. During the Provincial Board session on Tuesday, May 5, Board Member Christopher Donaal said that claims circulating online suggest some individuals
Mark Moises Calayan
1 hour ago2 min read
“Once proposed ordinance on anti-indiscriminate firing during burials in Tabuk City is approved, violators will face penalties” - Councilor Bon-as
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The discharge of firearms during burial ceremonies in Tabuk City may soon be prohibited following the filing of an ordinance by City Councilor Jayferson Bon-as, which seeks to curb indiscriminate firing during burial rites. In an interview, the city legislator said he hopes that with the measure people who fire their guns during burials will think twice as their shall be penalties for violators. Additionally, the approval of the proposed ordinance will r
Leonora Lo-oy
13 hours ago2 min read
30-yr.-old SAF officer from Isabela killed in deadly Lanao Del Sur ambush
Isabela, Philippines – A 30-year-old police officer from Isabela became the latest casualty among the police force after he and his colleagues were ambushed in Lanao del Sur on Monday, May 4, 2026. Police Corporal Kelvin DC Francisco, a native of Jones, Isabela, was part of a team from the 41st Special Action Company, 4th Special Action Battalion of the Special Action Force (SAF), which was on its way to serve an arrest warrant against a suspect facing charges of murder and a
Leonora Lo-oy
14 hours ago1 min read
Time was short, talent was not: Kalinga clinches Best Provincial Presentation Award during 7th Mangan Taku Food Fest
FEATURE Despite having limited time to prepare, the Province of Kalinga emerged victorious, clinching the Best Provincial Presentation Award (BPPA)—represented by the municipality of Balbalan—during the 7th Mangan Taku Food Fest (MTFF) held at the Rose Garden, Burnham Park, Baguio City from April 23 to 27. The MTFF, an annual food event in Baguio City, celebrates both traditional and modern dishes of the Cordillera region. It is usually held in April as part of Filipino Foo
Lorraine Bacullo
1 day ago2 min read
Build or Reroute?: Widening along Magsaysay Prov’l Road in Tabuk City faces delay over trees
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The improvement and upgrading of the Bulanao–Laya–Balong–Kinama Provincial Road are currently facing adjustments after trees along the stretch in front of Tabuk Institute (TI) in Barangay Magsaysay were found to directly affect the planned road widening. The concern surfaced during the Kapehan meeting of the Provincial Government of Kalinga on Monday, May 4, following a communication from the Office of the City Mayor of Tabuk seeking clearance for the pr
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago3 min read
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