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A mass defection of local officials to the Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats (CMD) has shaken the political landscape in Bohol, with several mayors and mayoralty aspirants from the second and third districts joining the party. Tagbilaran City Councilor Malvin "Atoy" Torralba led the group of new recruits, who took their oath of allegiance before Speaker Martin …

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Two mayors in the 3rd district of Bohol have refused to switch parties, bucking a trend that saw many of their colleagues join the Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats. Lila Mayor Arturo Jed Piollo and Candijay Mayor Thamar Olaivar have chosen to remain with their current parties, the Nationalista Party and Lakas ng Demokratikong Pilipino, respectively. Both …

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Tubigon Community Leaders Rally Behind Chatto A group of top political leaders in Tubigon has expressed full support for Congressman Edgar Chatto, according to a local official. Lawyer Abeleon Damalerio revealed the development during an appearance on the "Newsmakers ug Uban Pa" program. Damalerio expressed elation over the solid support given by Mayor William Jao …

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City Acts to Solve Influx of Badjaos The city government of Tagbilaran has taken steps to address the influx of Badjaos into the capital city, following a recent incident involving a minor female Badjao. The incident, which went viral on social media, showed the 14-year-old girl attempting to light a sticker signage attached to a …

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SP to Investigate Sudden Closure of Cooperative Bank of Bohol The Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) of Bohol has announced plans to conduct a thorough investigation into the unexpected closure of the Cooperative Bank of Bohol (CBB), which has left thousands of depositors in limbo. The probe comes several weeks after the Monetary Board (MB) of the …

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6,000 Boholano Workers Receive P29.2 Million in Government Aid through TUPAD Program A total of 6,000 underemployed, self-employed, and displaced marginalized workers in Bohol have received a combined P29.2 million in government aid through the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Displaced/Disadvantaged Workers (TUPAD) program, according to the Department of Labor and Employment-7 (DOLE-7). Regional Director Lilia …

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A dengue fever outbreak in the Bohol province has claimed 14 lives, with over 6,000 cases reported since the start of the year, health officials said Friday. The Provincial Health Office (PHO) confirmed the rising toll, with 24 towns in the province reaching outbreak levels. PHO chief Tomas Cezar Lopez did not disclose the specific …

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House Committee Approves Bill to Protect Chocolate Hills A bill aimed at protecting the iconic Chocolate Hills in Bohol, has been approved by the House of Representatives’ Committee on Natural Resources. The bill, filed by Representatives Edgar Chatto, Vanvan Aumentado, Alexie Tutor, and Pepito Alvarez, seeks to establish the coverage of the Chocolate Hills Natural …

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Board Member Rejects Plan to Use Youth Home as Drug Rehab Center A top provincial official has rejected a proposal to convert the Bohol Youth Home in Cortes town into a drug rehabilitation center, citing issues about mixing children with adult shabu abusers. Board Member Tomas Abapo, chair of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan Committee on Peace …

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Provincial Health Officer Orders District Hospitals to Admit Dengue Patients The Provincial Health Officer has ordered district hospitals to stop referring dengue patients to Gallares Hospital, citing overcrowding. Dr. Yul Lopez issued the directive recently, saying the Gov. Celestino Gallares Memorial Medical Center in Tagbilaran City is at full capacity, with wards allocated for dengue …

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