Bohol road accident claims life of college student A 21-year-old college student died in a road accident in Bohol after his motorcycle crashed into a concrete barrier, authorities said Wednesday. Brian Palingcod, a resident of barangay Kagawasan in Pilar town, was killed in the accident which occurred on a national highway, according to belated reports. …
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Shell-backed community development initiatives in Tagbilaran celebrated a major milestone, as the city marked the successes of its local communities through the 2024 Culmination Day. During the event held at the Tagbilaran City Hall Atrium, 25 scholars who completed the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC I training under the Sanayan sa Kakayahang Industriyal (SKIL) …
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A man was injured after falling from a platform while attending a concert in Baclayon last week. Junrel Abahab, a resident of Brgy. Montaña, was identified as the victim. He had climbed onto the platform in the Poblacion area to get a better view of Sweet Notes concert, but allegedly lost his balance due to …
The Loboc Children’s Choir has been nominated for a 2024 Aliw Award, according to the Aliw Awards Foundation. The choir, based in Loboc, Bohol, is a contender in the Best Chorale Group category. This year’s nominees mark the 37th annual Aliw Awards, which recognize outstanding musical talent. The Loboc Children’s Choir will compete against more …
A city councilor in Tagbilaran has defended a controversial resolution aimed at formally withdrawing support for a reclamation project, amid accusations of political maneuvring. Councilor Malvin "Atoy" Torralba has filed a resolution to remove the original proponent status from the Tagbilaran Waterfront Development Corporation (TWDC), which had proposed a bay reclamation project. Torralba insists the …
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The new multi-specialty medical center in Bohol is expected to open in June 2025, promising to alleviate overcrowding in the province’s main hospital. The Governor Celestino Gallares Memorial Multi-Specialty Medical Center, known as Gallares-Cortes, will be the second major healthcare facility operated by the Department of Health in Bohol province. Dr Miguelito Jayoma, chief of …
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A new bishop has been ordained to lead the Diocese of Cubao in the Philippines. Bishop Elias Ayuban Jr, who is from the province of Bohol, was installed as the head of the diocese on December 3, 2024. The ordination ceremony was performed by Manila Archbishop Jose Advincula, with Bishop Honesto Ongtioco in attendance. Bishop …
A committee tasked with overseeing the reintegration of former rebels in Bohol, has convened to discuss its plans for the next quarter. The Bohol Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (ECLIP) Committee met recently at a restaurant in Tagbilaran City, with representatives from various government agencies in attendance. The meeting, presided over by Romeo Teruel, focal …
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A suspected drug trader has been arrested in the town of Talibon, following a sting operation by the local police. Jose Yana, 43, was detained last week after allegedly selling packets of shabu, a type of methamphetamine, to an undercover buyer. The police had been monitoring Mr. Yana’s activities and decided to launch a buy-bust …
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The Regional Development Council-7 (RDC-7) has approved P162.8 million pesos in funding for various projects and programs in Central Visayas for fiscal year 2025, officials said. The funding, which was approved during the RDC-7’s fourth quarter full council meeting, will support 94 projects and programs across various sectors, including development administration, economic development, infrastructure development, …
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