2024

BOHOL’S PUBLIC TRANSPORT PLAN PENDING APPROVAL AT LTFRB The local public transport route plan (LPTRP) of Bohol province remains pending for approval at the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), a crucial step towards implementing a vehicle modernization plan. The Bohol provincial government is hopeful that the LTFRB will soon approve the LPTRP, which…

BOHOL WATER EXPANDS REACH TO NEW TAGBILARAN COMMERCIAL AREA Bohol Water Utilities Inc. (BWUI) is expanding its reach to a new commercial area in Tagbilaran City, a company official said. Victor Tambis, a BWUI official, revealed the expansion plans during a guest appearance on "Newsmakers ug Uban" hosted by Ardy Araneta-Batoy. According to Tambis, the…

In a momentous event in the Municipality of Loon, Du Ek Sam, Inc. celebrated the grand opening of its newest Honda Wingshop and Appliance Store on November 5, 2024. The inauguration ceremony brought together local government officials and top executives from Honda Philippines and Panasonic Airconditioning Philippines, marking a milestone in the company’s expansion efforts….

DAUIS, Bohol — Authorities in Dauis have arrested another suspect in a buy-bust operation, marking the latest success in the town’s anti-illegal drug campaign. Marvin Luspoc, 23, of Barangay Poblacion, Panglao, was taken into custody on Nov. 5, 2024, after a joint operation between the Dauis police and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA). Police…

TUBIGON, Bohol — A lending collector who was reported missing on Nov. 5, 2024, has been found, but not in the circumstances his family had hoped for. Dwight Denard Patayan, a resident of Barangay Sta. Cruz, Dagohoy town, was arrested on Nov. 6, 2024, in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Macaas, Tubigon, according to police…

A large python snake has been captured after it entered BQ mall, a shopping center in Tagbilaran City, causing widespread anxiety among customers. A video of the incident, which took place on November 6, 2024, has gone viral on social media, showing several men attempting to subdue the reptile. The snake, which managed to evade…

A 76-year-old woman was killed in a road accident in Trinidad town, Bohol on November 6, 2024, after a motorcycle rider ran her over while she was crossing the street, police said. Ruperta Apao was struck by a motorcycle driven by John Ryan Docdoc, 26, a lending company collector, in Barangay Soom, Trinidad. Witnesses said…

A 48-year-old man who went missing over the weekend in Bohol was found on November 5, 2024, after a search effort that included social media appeals. Daniko Macalam, a resident of Barangay Lumbay in Pilar, was discovered wandering aimlessly in a forested area in Barangay Abacahanan, Sierra Bullones, according to reports. He had been without…

Bohol police arrested two suspects in separate buy-bust operations in Ubay and Lila towns on November 5 and 6, respectively. In Ubay, a sting operation led to the arrest of George Timbal, a resident of Barangay Boyles, after police detected suspicious activity. His cousin, Gino Timbal, managed to escape. Authorities recovered approximately three grams of…

DAUIS, BOHOL — A former inmate was arrested again on Nov. 4, 2024, in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Biking 2, Dauis, for alleged involvement in the drug trade. Jomar Blaso, a resident of Barangay Mayacabac, Dauis, was taken into custody after police seized at least nine packets of suspected shabu weighing 50 grams and…

Talibon, Bohol: A 33-year-old fish warden was arrested by town police on Nov. 7, 2024, in a buy-bust operation in Barangay San Jose, Talibon, for alleged involvement in the drug trade. Nelvin Avenido, a resident of Barangay San Francisco, Talibon, was taken into custody after police seized suspected shabu worth P25,000 pesos from him. The…

Ronie Orillosa, a whistleblower and columnist for the Bohol Tribune, says he’s willing to expose bribery at a moment’s notice if given the opportunity. Orillosa made the statement during an appearance at DYTR’s Open Forum program hosted by Ardy Araneta-Batoy and Gloria Araneta, saying he would reveal wrongdoing "in a heartbeat." He claims bribery is…

Primelectric, the new majority owner of Bohol Light Company Inc. (BLCI), plans to upgrade the distribution utility’s equipment and facilities. The company also aims to secure a franchise renewal for BLCI, which is set to expire in October 2025. Roel Castro, a representative of Primelectric, outlined the company’s vision for BLCI under new management during…

Getafe Mayor Caryboy Camacho on Wednesday confirmed that his town has received over P6 million pesos in funds and financial aid from the provincial government. Camacho expressed gratitude for the assistance, saying it would greatly benefit the northern town. The aid package includes royalties for barangays that host sand and gravel extraction, as well as…

A water utility company in Tagbilaran has begun to revive old sources of water in a bid to improve supply to its customers. Bohol Water Utilities Inc. (BWUI) has reactivated a pumping unit in barangay Cogon, Tagbilaran City, which had been out of commission for some time. The unit, known as pumping unit no. 13,…

Philippine police arrested a 34-year-old man wanted for child abuse in Balilihan town on October 26, 2024, authorities said. Teddy Baculio, a resident of barangay Boctol, Balilihan, was taken into custody by police who were armed with an arrest warrant issued by Judge Glen Pergamino of the Regional Trial Court branch 3 in Tagbilaran City….

The death toll from dengue fever in Bohol has climbed to 18 since January, with the majority of fatalities being young children, according to the latest data from the provincial health office. As of October 19, 2024, a total of 8,121 patients have been afflicted with the mosquito-borne disease, representing a 392.5% increase compared to…

A devastating loss has sparked a call to action in Bohol, where a young girl’s life was cut short after a poisonous snake bite. The Provincial Government of Bohol (PGBh) is now considering plans to stock anti-venom serum in district hospitals to prevent similar tragedies. The move comes after observers urged the PGBh to take…

SORSOGON — Bishop Arturo Bastes, a native of Bohol, was laid to rest on Oct. 30 in Sorsogon, according to reports. The bishop’s remains were kept at the Sorsogon Cathedral for a few days before the funeral. Bastes, 75, died on Oct. 20, days after being involved in an accident in Lila town, reports said….

The Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) has approved the proposed 2025 provincial budget of PHP4.4 billion pesos on first reading during its regular session on Oct. 29, 2024. Board member Romulo Cepedoza sponsored the measure, which was approved by the provincial board. The budget will now undergo a second reading, which includes a series of hearings that…

The Provincial Legal Office (PLO) in Bohol has defended the province’s governor, Erico Aristotle Aumentado, against allegations of technical malversation in the distribution of vehicles to board members. The allegations were made by Board Member Mimi Boniel Maglasang, who filed a case against the governor and the late Vice Governor Dionisio Victor Balite. However, PLO’s…

The Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) is working to craft an ordinance that would establish a drug rehabilitation center in the province, a move that comes in response to growing public demand for such a facility. The proposed ordinance, which has been pending for some time, will address the need for a local rehabilitation center, where individuals…

A long weekend is expected to boost holiday economics in Bohol as residents enjoy a four-day break. The extended weekend was made possible by the declaration of November 1, 2024, as a holiday in observance of All Saints’ Day. Additionally, November 4, 2024, was declared a holiday to commemorate the birth anniversary of late President…

Authorities are urging residents of Bohol to learn how to keep themselves safe in the event of a disaster by moving to evacuation sites, amid concerns over increased activity at active faults offshore. Experts warn that the island is at risk of strong earthquakes similar to the one that struck in 2013, and are advising…