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Who took the sacred chalice in Sayangan? Atok parish seeks its return
ATOK, Benguet — A sacred chalice donated in memory of the father of Mayor Franklin Smith has gone missing from the Conversion of St. Paul Parish in Sayangan, prompting the parish priest to appeal to the public for its safe return. Rev. Fr. Nelson T. Domerez, parish priest, made the appeal on October 19, 2026, saying the chalice had been missing since the previous week. However, the exact date it was discovered missing and the date of the priest’s public appeal could not be in
Menchie Kinao-Puerto
4 minutes ago2 min read
Being regional director for a day: At 15, iSagada scout discovers the real weight of leadership
FEATURE LA TRINIDAD, Benguet — She arrived at the Department of Education–Cordillera Administrative Region (DepEd-CAR) with questions in her mind and a quiet fear of not knowing what to do. By the end of the day, 15-year-old Ameerah B. Nidoy had learned a lesson no title could fully teach her: being a leader means carrying the responsibility of serving others. For a day on October 12, the Grade 10 student of La Trinidad National High School and proud iSagada stepped into the
Lorraine Bacullo
20 minutes ago5 min read
Hope for ceasefire: Can a ‘SIPAT’ be done between Kalinga’s Butbut and Tulgao tribes?
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Kalinga police are proposing a traditional sipat between the Butbut and Tulgao tribes in Tinglayan as a possible first step toward a ceasefire and renewed dialogue to end their continuing conflict. A sipat is a traditional peace initiative that can serve as a gesture of goodwill between conflicting parties and help reopen communication toward reconciliation. Depending on the customary practices agreed upon by the communities, it may involve sending respe
Lorraine Bacullo
23 hours ago3 min read
“Awan kuma ti madangran nga sibilyan”: PNP PCol. Ngabit prioritizes safety amid Butbut-Tulgao conflict, orders measures to prevent spillover in Tabuk
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The Kalinga police will prioritize checkpoints, patrols and preventive security measures over potentially dangerous direct confrontations as tensions continue between the Butbut and Tulgao tribes in Tinglayan, aiming to prevent further casualties. Kalinga Police Provincial Office (KPPO) Director PCol. Peter D. Ngabit Jr. said during the emergency Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) meeting on October 19 that police operations must consider the risk
Lorraine Bacullo
23 hours ago2 min read
48 Kalinga students vie for 26 BFAR fisheries scholarship slots in Cordillera
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Forty-eight students from Kalinga are competing for government scholarships that will cover part of their college education, following the qualifying examination for the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Fisheries Scholarship Program (FSP) on October 10. The applicants took the examination at the Provincial Fisheries Office in Bulanao, Tabuk City, hoping to qualify for financial assistance to pursue a four-year Bachelor of Science in Fishe
Mark Moises Calayan
23 hours ago1 min read
Balbalan keeps borders shut to hogs, pork to keep ASF out; Mayor Malannag urges compliance with the ban
BALBALAN, Kalinga — Mayor Almar Malannag is keeping Balbalan’s borders tight against the entry of live hogs and pork products to protect the municipality’s hog industry from African Swine Fever (ASF), as the town remains free of the disease. Malannag said on October 20 that no ASF case had been recorded in Balbalan and that he had received no reports of attempts to violate the temporary ban. The restriction took effect under Executive Order No. 23, series of 2026, which Malan
Leonora Lo-oy
1 day ago1 min read
Anti-drag racing ordinance in Tabuk advances to final reading; Bon-as pushes fines, jail time for violators
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Councilor Jayferson Bon-as is pushing for penalties against illegal motorcycle drag racing in Tabuk City, citing the danger he witnessed when young riders raced along a road in Mapaoay. Bon-as’s proposed Anti-Drag Racing Ordinance was approved on second reading by the city council on October 20 and is scheduled for its third and final reading on October 27. “I once saw young people drag racing along Mapaoay, so I told them to go home because I feared the
Leonora Lo-oy
1 day ago1 min read
427 birds, 3 threatened species recorded in Apayao; Calanasan CENRO says protection needed
CALANASAN, Apayao — Three threatened bird species were recorded among 427 birds documented during a three-day wildlife survey in Barangay Sta. Filomena, highlighting the area’s importance as a habitat for diverse bird populations and the need to strengthen conservation efforts. The survey, conducted on June 21–23, 2026, recorded 23 bird species across four observation sites: Mawanan Resort and Casiggaman in Purok 7, and Sinigpit and the Bridge Area in Purok 3, according to th
Mark Jordan Bomogao
1 day ago2 min read
“Restore peace pact, prevent more deaths”: Kalinga elders urge Butbut, Tulgao tribes
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The Kalinga Bodong Council of Elders (KBCE) is urging continued dialogue between the Butbut and Tulgao tribes to restore their peace pact and prevent further deaths and possible retaliatory violence amid their unresolved conflict. KBCE Chairman Johnny Maymaya said the provincial and municipal governments remain committed to finding ways to restore peace between the two tribes, stressing that every new casualty could deepen resentment among relatives and
Mark Jordan Bomogao
1 day ago2 min read
BFAR scholars to get ₱5,000 monthly stipend, up to ₱50,000 in academic incentives
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Aspiring fisheries professionals who qualify for the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) scholarship program can receive a ₱5,000 monthly stipend, financial assistance for academic requirements, and incentives of up to ₱50,000 for outstanding academic performance. BFAR-Cordillera offers the financial benefits under its Fisheries Scholarship Program (FSP), which aims to help qualified students complete their college education while developing
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago2 min read
WANT to become a police officer? PNPA exam set Oct. 25 in Kalinga
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Aspiring public safety officers in Kalinga can pursue a four-year scholarship and a career in law enforcement as the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) opens its Cadet Admission Test (CAT) at Kalinga State University (KSU) in Bulanao, Tabuk City, on October 25, 2026. The Kalinga Police Provincial Office (KPPO) announced that walk-in application processing will be held at the same venue on October 24, a day before the examination. Walk-in applicant
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago1 min read
“Every LGU should have fisheries staff,” BFAR-Kalinga OIC urges to open more employment opportunities to scholars
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR)-Kalinga is urging local government units (LGUs) to create permanent positions for fisheries personnel to give graduates of the Fisheries Scholarship Program (FSP) more employment opportunities and strengthen local fisheries development. Officer-in-Charge Provincial Fishery Officer Clifford L. Fernandez said LGUs need dedicated fisheries staff who can apply their specialized knowledge in developing the
Mark Moises Calayan
1 day ago2 min read
Thief in Tabuk tilts CCTV camera upward before stealing motorcycle
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — A motorcycle thief deliberately tilted a CCTV camera upward to avoid identification before stealing a 27-year-old resident’s motorcycle in Barangay Appas here early Tuesday, October 20. The victim’s black Honda XRM 125 was stolen in front of his residence along Bagni Street, where he had parked it overnight. CCTV footage showed the helmet-wearing suspect arriving at around 5 a.m. and turning the surveillance camera upward before tampering with the mo
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago1 min read
“As the father of the town, I want peace. Amin ket padapada”: Mayor Abay says Butbut-Tulgao conflict brings pain to all of Tinglayan and needs to be resolved
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — The Butbut-Tulgao tribal conflict is not just a dispute between two tribes but a crisis affecting the entire municipality, Tinglayan Mayor Charles Abay said as he stressed his commitment to serve both sides fairly amid accusations of favoritism. Speaking during the Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) meeting at the Provincial Capitol on Monday, October 19, Abay said his family roots should not be taken as a basis for judging his position in the con
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago2 min read
“Agrugi tayon nga agplano”: Gov. Edduba orders early preparations for 2027 Cordillera Festival of Festivals in Kalinga
TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Governor James S. Edduba has called for early preparations for the 2027 Cordillera Festival of Festivals, with Kalinga set to take over hosting duties from Baguio City after five years. Speaking during the provincial government’s flag-raising ceremony on October 19, Edduba said the provincial planning office should assign a team to coordinate preparations with the tourism sector to ensure the province is ready for the regional cultural gathering. “Agrugi
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago1 min read
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