Girl Rescued from Tubang Cave in Antequera, Bohol; Brother Dies in Tragic Incident
ANTEQUERA, BOHOL — A tragic incident unfolded on Friday, June 28, 2024, when three children ventured into Tubang Cave and Spring. The incident, which occurred around 5 p.m., resulted in the death of one man while his sister was successfully…
San Miguel Mayor Addresses Concerns Over Delayed Typhoon Odette Relief Funds
San Miguel, Bohol – Mayor Ian Gil Mendez of San Miguel, Bohol, has addressed growing concerns among his constituents regarding the distribution of relief funds for victims of Typhoon Odette. In a detailed social media post, the mayor sought to…
Bohol Governor Aumentado Receives Vice President Duterte’s Award for Anti-Poverty Efforts
MANILA (Bohol.News) – The Provincial Government of Bohol and its Governor, Aris Aumentado, have been honored with the Pasidungog Award by the Office of the Vice President of the Philippines, recognizing their significant contributions to poverty alleviation and social development…
Hoops Extravaganza Set to Rock INaBanga: All-Star Clash and Mayor’s Cup Final
In a thrilling convergence of basketball talent, the highly anticipated INB Warriors vs. MPBL Basketball Stars showdown is set to electrify the INB Gym on June 27, 2024, at 5 PM. The event, dubbed “Dasig INaBanga 2024,” features the Bunal…
Tagbilaran City Welcomes GrabFood with Exciting Voucher Giveaway
Tagbilaran City, Bohol – In a move to further digitalize the city’s services, Mayor Jane Yap has announced the arrival of GrabFood in Tagbilaran City. To celebrate this milestone, the city government is organizing a social media contest with GrabFood…
Diplomatic Dialogue: A Beacon of Hope in the South China Sea
In the azure waters of the South China Sea, where geopolitical tensions run as deep as the ocean itself, a voice of reason emerges from an unexpected quarter. Benjie Oliva, a mayoral hopeful from the Philippine town of Catigbian, has…
Former Tagbilaran Mayor Announces Congressional Bid
Former Tagbilaran City Mayor Baba Yap has officially declared his candidacy for congressman of Bohol’s first district. The announcement was made before an assembly of local leaders, including 14 barangay captains and 97 of 105 barangay councillors, as well as…
Yap Challenges Chatto for Bohol Congressional Seat
BOHOL, Philippines: Former Tagbilaran City Mayor John Geesnall “Baba” Yap has announced his bid for Bohol’s first district congressional seat, challenging incumbent Rep. Edgar Chatto. Yap has secured endorsements from several mayors in the district, including those of Cortes, Corella,…
Bohol Governor Balite’s Brod Lambasts Vice-Gov. Baja Over Palabra de Honor Issue
In a recent Bohol Times column by Atty. Salva Diputado, brother-in-law of Bohol Acting Governor Victor Balite, Bohol Acting Vice Governor Tita Baja has come under fire for purportedly reneging on a previous agreement made before she assumed her temporary position. The agreement,…
LTO-Accredited SMARTSAFE Driving School to Hold Mobile Enrollment in Buenavista, Bohol
Buenavista, Bohol – In an effort to bring essential government services closer to the people, the LTO-accredited SMARTSAFE Driving School will conduct a mobile enrollment, assessment, and orientation seminar in Buenavista, Bohol. This initiative aims to assist individuals in obtaining…
Tagbilaran Mayor Orders Shutdown of Kombira Restaurant
In response to a customer’s complaint, Tagbilaran City Mayor Jane Cajes-Yap has taken action on the issue concerning Kombira Restaurant. Mayor Yap, in an FB post, said: “Gi actionan nato ang usa ka reklamo mahitungod sa usa ka establishment. In…
AICS Money Scandal Drags Bohol Governor Aumentado
In the halls of Bohol’s Capitol, a scandal has surfaced, casting a shadow over the distribution of the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) funds—a lifeline for many in need. Allegations of misappropriation have sparked a clamor for transparency…
Bohol’s Aumentado Scores Poor in Fight vs Graft and Corruption: HNU Poll
The Provincial Government of Bohol has been rated by the Boholanos with a +1 performance rating in the fight against graft and corruption in 2024, a 15-point drop from the +16 rating in the April-May 2023 Bohol Poll Survey. The…
Love Over Luxury: Researcher Advocates for Debt-Free Weddings Amid Social Media Pressure
In a world where social media often dictates trends, one researcher is urging couples to resist the urge to splurge on their nuptials. Dr. Rosalinda Paredes, a prominent researcher and consultant in Bohol, raised concerns about the financial pitfalls of…
Bohol’s Traffic Normalizes as ASF Checkpoints Lifted
In a significant development, the traffic flow between Dauis and Tagbilaran city in the Philippines has resumed its normal rhythm. This comes after two weeks of stringent ASF (African Swine Fever) checkpoints, which were lifted early this morning by Governor…
Officials Negligent in Issuing Permits for Resorts in Protected Areas of Bohol to Face Charges
Officials who carelessly granted permits for the construction and operation of resorts in the protected areas of Bohol will be charged. This was revealed by Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benjamin Abalos during a press briefing in…
Bohol mayors want Pres. CPG road renamed to Erico Aumentado Highway
In a move that intertwines the legacy of public service with the everyday lives of Boholanos, the League of Municipalities of the Philippines – (LMP) Bohol Chapter has made a compelling case to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. The request:…
Bohol Prov’l Assessor Faces Ombudsman Case for Data Privacy Violation
In a landmark case, the Office of the Ombudsman Visayas has initiated an in-depth investigation into allegations of a data privacy breach involving Rene Y. Jayag, the OIC-Provincial Assessor of Bohol province. The complaint, filed by former Provincial Administrator and…
Alturas Launches Fiesta Lechon Raffle Promo
Alturas Stores invites customers to join the Pa FIESTA LECHON Raffle Promo and get a chance to win exciting prizes, including a lechon plus bilao package worth 15,000 pesos. To join, customers need to purchase any participating product for a…
Talibon Polytechnic College to offer BS Criminology in 2024
Talibon, Bohol – The Talibon Polytechnic College (TPC) announced that it will offer the Bachelor of Science in Criminology (BSCRIM) program starting in the academic year 2024-2025. This was confirmed by Mayor Janette Garcia in a Facebook post on March…
VP Sarah Duterte visits Bohol; pays respects to slain cop in NPA clash
Following the footsteps of her father, President Rodrigo Duterte, who visits the fallen soldiers and policemen, Vice-President Sara Duterte visited Bohol last night and paid her respects to the remains of PCpl. Gilbert Amper Jr. in Calape, Bohol. This was…
DBM Launches P1-Billion Water and Sanitation Project with Participatory Budgeting
The DBM launched a P1.0 billion project to provide water and sanitation to 75 towns in Cebu City on February 21. The project, led by DBM Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman, is called the Support and Assistance Fund to Participatory Budgeting…
Pinay Lawyer among 5 NPA Rebels Killed in Bohol Gunbattle
BILAR, Bohol – A lawyer who allegedly joined the New People’s Army (NPA) was among the five communist rebels killed in a firefight with government forces in Barangay Campagao, Bilar town on Friday morning, February 23, 2024. The Bohol Police…
Bohol Baby Dies in Fire in Tagbilaran City
A 4-month-old baby boy was killed in a fire that engulfed a house in Barangay Ubujan, Tagbilaran City on February 24, 2024. The victim was identified as Prince Nikola Alcala, who was left alone in the house by his parents,…
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