Bohol flash report and other updates and information about Bohol.
Former Tubigon Mayor to Seek Mayoralty Position Again Marlon Amila, the former mayor of Tubigon, Bohol, is set to make another bid for the town’s top job in next year’s elections. Amila has been trying to regain the mayoralty position, but has been unsuccessful in his previous attempts, with outgoing Mayor William Jao thwarting his…
Bohol Provincial Board Urged to Investigate AICS Distribution Scandal A senior member of the Bohol Provincial Board has called for an investigation into allegations of irregularities in the P10-Million distribution of the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program. Board Member Aldner Damalerio made the comments during a recent radio interview, stating that the…
Boholana OFW Repatriated After Suffering Stroke in Saudi Arabia A Filipina overseas worker who suffered a stroke in Saudi Arabia has been repatriated to the Philippines, thanks to the efforts of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) and local officials. Flora May Boncales Guibao, a resident of Barangay Camanaga, San Miguel, Bohol, was working in…
BUENAVISTA MAYOR SEEKS DIALOGUE ON ELECTRICITY ISSUES BUENAVISTA, BOHOL – Municipal Mayor Atty. Dave D. Duallo has formally requested a meeting with Governor Erico Aristotle C. Aumentado to address pressing electricity concerns affecting residents of Buenavista. In a letter dated September 13, 2024, Mayor Duallo highlighted three main issues: A sharp increase in electricity bills…
YOGYAKARTA, Indonesia – A team of students from Bohol Island State University (BISU) in the Philippines has taken home two major awards at the Chronics 2024 competition in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The team, composed of Industrial Design students Charmaine Baguinaon, Kim Dano, and Junny Lou Romano, along with their adviser Dr. Deceryl Gen T. Saligumba, won…
Tagbilaran City Proposes Free Water for Restaurant Customers A city councillor of Tagbilaran has proposed an ordinance that would require all food outlets in Tagbilaran City to provide free drinking water to customers. Fausto Budlong, chairman of the Committee on Ways and Means, filed the proposal on September 4, arguing that it is the responsibility…
CITY COUNCILOR: LOUD MUFFLER LAW NEEDS BETTER ENFORCEMENT A Tagbilaran City Councilor is calling for stricter enforcement of laws against loud mufflers, saying the existing legal framework is sufficient to address the growing problem of noise pollution. Councilor Nerio "Butchie" Zamora II made the remarks during an interview over the "Open Forum" program hosted by…
The Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP), the ruling party in the country, is facing a potential dilemma in the first congressional district of Bohol after two prominent personalities joined the party, both vying for the same seat. Former Tagbilaran Mayor John Geesnell “Baba” Yap and Dr. Mutya Kismet Macuno have both taken their oaths of…
Bohol’s Provincial Health Office (PHO) has reported a decline in the number of active dengue cases, attributing the drop to tighter monitoring and control measures. According to PHO data, the number of active cases decreased to 670 in the previous week, down from over 1,000 in earlier weeks. The cumulative number of dengue cases since…
A group of top political leaders in Tubigon has expressed full support for Bohol First District Congressman Edgar M. Chatto, according to a local official. Lawyer Abeleon Damalerio revealed the development during an interview over DYTR. Damalerio expressed elation over the solid support given by Mayor William Jao and Vice Mayor Rene Villaber for Chatto….
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 called “Via Eastern Bohol” on July 23, 2024, at the Metrocentre Hotel in Tagbilaran City….
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 currently equipped with built-in televisions and internet connectivity to enhance the learning experience. School officials…
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 orientation seminar for individuals seeking Theoretical Driving Course (TDC) and Practical Driving Course (PDC) certificates….
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, held June 26-27 in Cebu, featured a standout performance by Executive Chef June Fernandez of…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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 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…
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:…
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 confirmed by Margaux “Goldie” Herrera, daughter of Calape Mayor Julius Herrera, who was one of…
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