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Baguio local artist raising fund for mother battling cancer: ‘Everyday lagi kaming umiiyak kasi anytime pwede na sya kunin ni Lord’
Baguio City, Philippines – A local artist from Baguio City has turned her God-given talent into a lifeline, opening art commissions to raise funds for her mother, who is currently battling three types of cancer. Through her work, the artist said she expresses both determination and grief as she and her family cling to hope and a strong will to do everything they can despite overwhelming odds to prolong their mother’s life. Believing that her talent has a purpose, 28-year-old
Lorraine Bacullo
2 hours ago3 min read
MORE “IGAT” IN LUBUAGAN: BFAR-Kalinga releases freshwater eels in four creeks to boost upland food supply
Lubuagan, Kalinga – To boost inland aquatic resources and improve food availability in upland communities, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in Kalinga recently released freshwater eel fingerlings in selected creeks in the municipality of Lubuagan. Freshwater eel, locally known as “igat,” is traditionally found in Kalinga’s rivers, creeks, rice fields, and other waterways and has long been part of inland fishing practices in the province. The species is con
Mark Moises Calayan
2 hours ago2 min read
Fewer fireworks-related injuries in Cordillera - cases fall by 14.6% from 41 last year
Baguio City, Philippines – Fireworks-related injuries in the Cordillera region declined as crowds bid goodbye to 2025 and welcomed 2026 with explosive celebrations. The use of pyrotechnics and firecrackers in ringing in the New Year continues despite repeated warnings from authorities. This tradition is driven by the belief that loud noises or explosions help ward off evil spirits believed to bring bad luck from the past year. However, the practice exposes users and bysta
Menchie Kinao-Puerto
2 days ago2 min read
Cordillera vegetables pushed aside as imported produce floods Manila
Benguet, Philippines – Amid the country’s longstanding issues with vegetable smuggling, imported vegetables—particularly carrots—continue to flood the Balintawak Market in Manila in plain view, while Cordillera-grown produce struggles to find buyers, raising concerns over the livelihoods of local farmers. The situation has drawn attention from Rural Rising Philippines (Ruri) Club, a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) initiative that connects consumers directly with small
Lorraine Bacullo
2 days ago2 min read
Foul odor leads to discovery of TWO dead miners in Benguet Tunnel
Itogon, Benguet – The decomposing bodies of two miners were discovered inside a private tunnel in Camp 1000, Sitio Acupan, Barangay Virac, Benguet, on December 30, 2025, prompting an immediate investigation by authorities. The incident once again highlights the dangers faced by small-scale and underground miners, where poor ventilation, toxic gases, and limited safety measures continue to pose serious risks to miners’ lives. Just two days before New Year’s Eve, residents of
Lorraine Bacullo
2 days ago2 min read
Top 8 Most Wanted Person in Cagayan Valley now behind bars over charges of sexually abusing grade 9 student twice
Isabela, Philippines – A 31-year-old man spent the holiday season in jail after being arrested by police for allegedly raping a Grade 9 student twice in July 2025 in Echague, Isabela. The suspect, identified only by the alias “Arnel,” a businessman, was tagged by police as the Top 8 Regional Most Wanted Person in the Cagayan Valley region. Arnel is facing two counts of statutory rape. According to Police Regional Office 2, the first incident occurred on July 15, 2025, whe
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago1 min read
Filipina nurse killed in California honored in funeral service
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Family and friends of Novyrose Gabat Mejia, the Filipina nurse killed in a road accident in the United States, gathered to honor her life and contributions, particularly to healthcare, during her funeral service on December 30, 2025 (Pacific Time). Mejia, a graduate of the University of Baguio, was struck by a vehicle while walking to work on December 13, 2025. The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office reported that the impact caused her to fall and hit h
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago2 min read
Don’t put away your jackets: Cold weather in Cordillera to last until February – PAGASA
Tabuk City, Kalinga – People in the Cordillera region should not put their jackets away just yet, as the cold weather lingering in the area is expected to last until February 2026, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). PAGASA’s Climate Monitoring and Prediction Section Chief, Ana Liza Solis, said in an interview with DZMM on January 2 that the country is still experiencing the cold surge brought by the ‘Amiha
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago1 min read
Baguio New Year’s Gunfire: Retired US soldier faces charges following indiscriminate firing along Kisad Road
Baguio City, Philippines – Amid the fireworks and cheers welcoming the New Year, police authorities in Baguio responded to an indiscriminate firing incident along Kisad Road on January 1, 2026, which triggered fear among nearby hotel guests and residents. According to the police report obtained by DZWT 540 AM – News and Information, the Baguio City Police Office (BCPO) was notified of the incident between 1:55 and 2:20 a.m., amid the ongoing New Year festivities in the city
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago2 min read
Man, 53, shot dead while sleeping at his home in Abra; Gunmen still on the run
Peñarrubia, Abra – A 53-year-old man died after being shot by still-unidentified individuals while he was sleeping inside his room in Peñarrubia, Abra, on December 30, 2025. Police identified the victim as Daniel Fatorog Pog-ok , a native of Sadanga, Mountain Province, and a farm specialist at the Mt. Carmel Agri-tourism and Training Centre, an agricultural training facility operated by the Abra Diocesan Teachers and Employees Multi-Purpose Cooperative (ADTEMPCO). A report fr
Mark Moises Calayan
4 days ago2 min read
THREE hurt after kwitis struck firecracker stalls in Tabuk City on New Year’s Eve
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Three minors were hurt after firecracker stalls in Bulanao were set on fire on New Year’s Eve, December 31, in Purok 4, Bulanao. The victims were a 5-year-old, 13-year-old, and 14-year-old residents of Magsaysay. Initial investigation of the Tabuk City police revealed that it was around 11:55 p.m. when a ‘kwitis’ set off from the other side of the road went straight to one of the firecracker stores in Purok 4, landing on a bundle of ‘kwitis’. This tr
Leonora Lo-oy
4 days ago1 min read
BFAR–Kalinga: the province achieves 100% aquaculture targets in 2025
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR)–Kalinga reported the full completion of its aquaculture operations for 2025, successfully achieving all major targets in fishing gear distribution, fingerling procurement, trainings, technical assistance, and community-based fisheries projects. According to the data provided by the bureau, despite the impact of Typhoon Uwan on both agriculture and aquaculture, Kalinga’s fisheries program recorded not
Lorraine Bacullo
6 days ago2 min read
Benguet’s sea of clouds captivates viewers on national television
Kabayan, Benguet – A spectacular sea of clouds was recently witnessed in Benguet, particularly in Kabayan, and was featured on TV Patrol, captivating viewers with its wave-like blanket of clouds rolling over the mountains. While locals consider the phenomenon a familiar sight in the highlands, tourists and visitors continue to find the scene breathtaking and mesmerizing, often stopping to admire and capture the rare view. The episode aired on December 23 and was posted on
Lorraine Bacullo
6 days ago2 min read
“Pinaka-mabili ngayon dito ay kwitis. Mura kasi at madaling paputukin,” says pyrotechnic seller in Tabuk City, Kalinga
Tabuk City, Kalinga – With New Year’s Eve just around the corner, people in Kalinga are gearing up to welcome 2026 with cheer, positivity, gratitude, and hope. Part of the preparations for the celebration includes buying firecrackers. As of December 30, more than 20 stalls selling firecrackers have been set up near the Bulanao Public Market in Purok 4, Bulanao, while one stall is located in front of the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) office in Dagupan. These are the stalls
Leonora Lo-oy
6 days ago2 min read
‘Stop Hiding’: Tabuk Councilor Bon-as appeals to wife-slay suspect to surrender
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Tabuk City Councilor Jayferson Bon-as has urged the man who allegedly hacked his wife to death to take accountability for his actions and surrender to the authorities. According to reports, the suspect attacked his wife in Agbannawag on the evening of December 25. Police investigation revealed that the couple had an argument over jealousy, during which the husband hacked his wife. Their child reportedly witnessed the incident. The husband, who was be
Leonora Lo-oy
6 days ago1 min read
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