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 other teens were earlier saved from the cave pool, while a 28-year-old man died attempting…
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 Group, Police Senior Sergeant Celso Flores is accused of falsely claiming that local fishermen were…
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 Property Tax (RPT) and Special Education Tax (SET) receivables set up at the beginning of…
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 radiologic facilities. The Professional Regulatory Board of Radiologic Technology conducted a rigorous inspection of the…
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 rescued. Two boys managed to exit the cave around 8 p.m., after entering at 6…
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 clarify misconceptions and provide transparency about the status of the 10,000-peso aid promised to affected…
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 initiatives. The award, presented by Vice President Sara Duterte’s office, acknowledges Bohol’s extensive partnerships and…
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 INB All-Star Game and the championship round of Mayor Jono Jumamoy’s Cup 2024. Headlining the…
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 vouchers as prizes. The contest, running until June 27, 2024, offers residents a chance to…
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 called for continued dialogue between Manila and Beijing to resolve the long-standing dispute over the…
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 265 purok and ward leaders from 15 city barangays. Mr Yap accepted their endorsement during…
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, Baclayon, Antequera, Calape, and Maribojoc. Chatto’s camp remains confident, saying “the ball is still round,…
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, presided over by the suspended governor Aris Aumentado, stipulated that no personnel changes would occur…
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 their Theoretical Driving Course (TDC) and Practical Driving Course (PDC) certificates, which are prerequisites for…
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 Tagbilaran we are true to our commitment to a consultative and participative governance and we…
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 and accountability. The controversy came to light following a radio interview on DYTR, where Bohol…
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 Bohol Poll 2024 survey was publicly presented on May 3, 2024 at the Holy Name…
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 extravagant weddings during a recent radio interview with DYTR’s Ardy Araneta-Batoy. Paredes highlighted the undue…
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 Aris Aumentado. The decision to lift the checkpoints was made following confirmatory tests from Cebu…
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 the town of Carmen yesterday, March 21. Secretary Abalos led the DILG Inspection team that…
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: to rename the Bohol Island Circumferential Road after the late Governor Erico Boyles Aumentado, eschewing…
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 ex-Bohol Board Member Alfonso “Ae” Rafols Damalerio II, accused Jayag of alleged unauthorized disclosure of…
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 minimum of 1,000 pesos in a single receipt from any of the following Alturas Stores:…
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 9, 2024. The BSCRIM program is a four-year degree course that focuses on the study…
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