Eastern Communications to Launch High-Speed Internet Services in Bohol
TAGBILARAN CITY, Philippines – Eastern Communications, a leading telecommunications company in the Philippines, announced on Friday its plans to expand services to Bohol province, marking a significant step in its nationwide expansion strategy. The company will host a launch event…
Buenavista Municipal High School Expands, Calls for Community Support
BUENAVISTA, Bohol – Buenavista Municipal High School, located in the heart of Buenavista, Bohol, has announced its enrollment for the upcoming school year, expanding its offerings to include Grade 9. The school, which opened its doors a year ago, is…
LTO-Accredited Driving School to Offer Mobile Services in Trinidad, Bohol
TRINIDAD, Bohol — LTO-accredited SMARTSAFE Driving School will offer mobile enrollment and training services in Trinidad, Bohol, on July 13, 2024, to make obtaining driver’s licenses more accessible to local residents. The driving school will conduct enrollment, assessment and an…
Central Visayas Cuisine Takes Center Stage at UN Tourism Forum
CEBU, Philippines — The flavors of Central Visayas took the spotlight at a recent United Nations tourism event, showcasing the region’s culinary prowess on an international stage. The UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Asia and the Pacific,…
Millions in Unreconciled Funds in Bohol Capitol, says COA Report
The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged financial inconsistencies in the Provincial Government of Bohol’s accounts, according to a recent audit report. The report reveals that reconciling items totalling Php5.225 million pesos remained unadjusted as of 31 December 2022, contrary…
Philippine Coast Guard Rescues Teen Trapped in Underwater Cave
TAGBILARAN CITY, Philippines (Reuters) – Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) special operations divers rescued a teenage girl trapped for seven hours in an underwater cave in Bohol province, officials said on Thursday. The rescue operation in Antequera town came after two…
Fishermen Demand Compensation After False Accusation of Illegal Fishing
A group of Boholano fishermen from Basac, Loon are seeking restitution after allegedly being falsely accused of dynamite fishing by a maritime police officer. According to a legal notice dated June 28, 2024, sent to the Philippine National Police Maritime…
COA: Tagbilaran City Hall Financial Records Found Unreliable
A recent audit by the Commission on Audit (COA) has uncovered significant discrepancies in the financial records of Tagbilaran City Hall, raising concerns about the local government’s accounting practices. The audit report, dated February 28, 2023, found that the Real…
Bohol Ace Hospital First in Central Visayas to Receive Radiologic Compliance Certificate
In a groundbreaking development for healthcare in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines, Allied Care Experts (ACE) Medical Center – Bohol, Inc. has become the first hospital in Region 7 to be awarded a certificate of compliance for its…
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…
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