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‘I hope LTO has plans on road accidents this coming Christmas… Adda paylang ag ka-karera dita provincial road,’ – VG Odiem
Tabuk City, Kalinga – As preparations for the Christmas season begin, Acting Governor and Vice Governor Dave Odiem reminded motorcycle riders, the Land Transportation Office (LTO), and concerned agencies to take precautionary measures against road and traffic accidents, especially with the expected increase in movement and activity in the province during the holidays. Odiem made the statement during the flag-raising ceremony on November 24, 2025, at the Capitol Gym in Bulanao
Lorraine Bacullo
1 hour ago2 min read
THREE Cordillera SUCs recorded 100% passing rate in Nov. 2025 Nurses Licensure Exam
Lamut, Ifugao - Three State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) in Cordillera have achieved a rare academic feat after all their nursing graduates passed the November 2025 Nurses Licensure Examination (NLE), placing the region among the top-performing areas in the country. The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced on November 26 that 40,692 out of the 45,192 examinees successfully passed the nationwide exam conducted on November 4-5. However, the exam in Cebu, Ilo
Mark Moises Calayan
2 hours ago1 min read
Benguet farmers receive over P3M worth of agri machinery to boost production
La Trinidad, Benguet - High-value crop farmers in Benguet recently received over P3,000,000 worth of agricultural interventions from the Department of Agriculture–Cordillera to help them earn more income by increasing their yields. Benguet, according the Department of Agriculture- Special Area for Agricultural Development, is the “leading” vegetable-producing province in the country, earning the title as “ Salad Bowl of the Philippines”. The province, as cited by the agency,
Mark Moises Calayan
2 hours ago2 min read
‘Pasusundo namin kayo kahit saan pa at anong oras para maproteksyonan namin kayo,’ - Maj. Gen. Señires assures support to rebels if they surrender
Tabuk City, Kalinga - Following a series of gunfights between government troops and rebels in Pinukpuk, Kalinga, Major General Gulliver Señires, commander of the Philippine Army's 5th Infantry Division, has called on the remaining insurgents to return to the fold of the law, assuring them of government support if they surrender peacefully but warning them of violent attack if they continue to refuse. Señires made the statement during a press conference at the 103rd Infantry
Mark Moises Calayan
2 hours ago2 min read
TWO Kalinga OTOP stores launched at NAIA Terminal 3 and Clark International Airport
Tabuk City, Kalinga –The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Kalinga has opened its first One Town, One Product (OTOP) store outside the province on November 20, 2025 at the The Travel Store, 3rd Floor, International Departure Area of NAIA Terminal 3, marking a significant expansion of local craftsmanship into a national and global market. Said store is the 29th branch and is first to be launched outside the province, with all 28 other stores located across Kalinga. The OT
Lorraine Bacullo
2 hours ago2 min read
‘...neither the Prov’l Officials nor the Adivay Organizing Committee would, in any way, prevent any performer or participant from showcasing their presentation’ - Benguet PLGU on Adivay issue
Benguet, Philippines – Provincial Governor Melchor Diclas released an official statement following the issues circulating on social media regarding one cultural dance group set to perform a Kalinga cultural dance that was stopped from performing in the Adivay Festival grand parade on November 23, sparking concerns from parents and community members who questioned the fairness and adherence to protocol of the decision. In a circulating anonymous post from the ‘Arteks of Lakand
Lorraine Bacullo
2 hours ago2 min read
‘… frequent follow-up kuma, baka kunam okay kan. Ngem nu examine daka, adda gayam makitkita nga sabali,’ – Dr. Kub-aron advises epileptic patients to have regular checkups
Tabuk City, Kalinga – As the number of epileptic patients in the province remains high, Kalinga Provincial Hospital (KPH) Child Neurologist Dr. Grael Kub-aron stressed the importance of regular checkups for people with epilepsy. She explained that consistent follow-ups allow doctors to detect subtle changes or early complications that patients may overlook, ensuring timely treatment and better long-term management of the condition. During the First Epilepsy Camp held on Novem
Lorraine Bacullo
17 hours ago2 min read
“In the remaining weeks, we focus on addressing the aftermath of Typhoon Uwan” – VG Odiem on fast-tracking recovery for a better Christmas season
Tabuk City, Kalinga – With Christmas fast approaching, Acting Governor and Vice Governor Dave Q. Odiem reminded the public of the true essence of the holiday season and emphasized the need to continue focusing on recovery efforts following the impact of Typhoon Uwan. Super Typhoon Uwan left damages reaching P1.28 Billion as of November 12 report of the Province of Kalinga. The typhoon likewise left many villages isolated and roads, infrastructures, and government facilities d
Mark Jordan Bomogao
17 hours ago2 min read
One dead after landslide buried house in Pudtol, Apayao
Pudtol, Apayao – A resident in Aurora, Pudtol was buried in a landslide triggered by the incessant rains in the municipality on Thursday, November 27, 2025. According to the Pudtol PNP, authorities proceeded for a search and rescue response in Purok 2, Aurora after being alerted of a landslide burying a residential house amid the unstable terrain, heavy rain, and further risk of soil movement in the area. The operation resulted in the recovery of one body who did not sur
Leonora Lo-oy
21 hours ago1 min read
BEWARE of SCAMMERS: Kalinga Police warn public of people using Irene Gayamos’ murder to make money
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The public is being warned to stay vigilant against scammers soliciting donations allegedly on behalf of the family of the late Irene Gayamos, as the Kalinga police clarified that the family is not asking for any form of financial aid. The reminder was issued by the Kalinga Police Provincial Office (KPPO) through their official social media account, stating that unscrupulous individuals and groups are exploiting the death of the iLubuagan weaver to decei
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago2 min read
Soldier from Natonin, Mt. Province is Top 7 in Philippine Army Officer Candidate Course “Bumannawag” Class of 2025
Natonin, Mt. Province — Second Lieutenant Aldrin Balinggao from Butac, Natonin, Mt. Province, has made not only his hometown but the entire Cordillera proud after placing in the top 10 graduates of the Philippine Army’s Officer Candidate Course (OCC) “Bumannawag” Class 63-2025. The Officer Candidate Course is a prestigious program of the Philippine Army that trains civilians and enlisted personnel to become commissioned officers. It is known for its rigorous physical training
Mark Moises Calayan
2 days ago2 min read
Tinglayan tribal leaders call on Butbut and Betwagan tribes to extend ceasefire agreement
Tinglayan, Kalinga – Ahead of the expiration of the two-month truce between the Butbut and Betwagan tribes, the elders and tribal leaders of Tinglayan are calling on both parties to extend their Cease-and-Desist Agreement made on September 27, 2025. The appeal was issued through Resolution No. 01 s. 2025, which the Office of the Municipal Peace Corps of Tinglayan submitted and approved on November 26. The two-month truce between the Butbut tribe of Tinglayan, Kalinga, and t
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago1 min read
Santa Marcela LGU delivers immediate aid to two flooded barangays as town suffers from heavy rains
Santa Marcela, Apayao - The Municipal Government Unti of Santa Marcela under Mayor Evelyn B. Martinez responded quickly to the two flooded barangays in town, providing 120 food packs to aid affected families. The town of Santa Marcela is one of the lowlying municipalities in Apayao Province and whose territory is part of the mighty Apayao-Abulug River. Due to the heavy rains brought by the shearline affecting Luzon, Barangay Consuelo and San Juan, flood prone areas, experien
Santa Marcela LGU
2 days ago1 min read
‘Only one fire incident monitored from Oct. – Nov. 2025; sana dina madagdagan’ - BFP-Kalinga
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Bureau of Fire Protection Kalinga documented only one fire incident in the province from October to November this year, a significant decrease in cases when compared to the same period last year with five cases. “Last year we have 5 cases from October to November. Now, we have just one… sana dina madagdagan,” said SFO2 Victor M Dail, Chief of Operations Section, adding that the fire incident documented in the past two months was a structural fire. D
Mark Jordan Bomogao
2 days ago1 min read
“I instructed…to make sure that the slain rebel be given a decent burial… Makipakaasiak nga bumaba kayon (NPAs) ta adda met isabat mi nga pagrugian yo…” – Governor Edduba
Tabuk City, Kalinga – Following the gunfights that happened between the government troops and the rebels in Allaguia, Piunkpuk that resulted in the killing of one of the cadres, Governor James Edduba instructed the provincial government to make sure the slain rebel on November 23 is given a decent burial. The deceased who was identified as Victor Madalang Daligdig of Sitio Anunang, Liwan West, Rizal was killed in the second of the six gunfights between the members of the Il
Leonora Lo-oy
2 days ago2 min read
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