The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has recently conducted a training workshop for 34 participants from civil society organizations (CSOs) and their local partners to support strategic management action planning and decision-making towards a more improved, responsible, and sustainable fisheries management in the Philippines. The training workshop, which was held from August 21 […]

Richli Water, the parent company of Loctob Water, has denied allegations of quarry operations at its water treatment facility (WTP) in barangay Gotozon, Loboc. The denial comes after Loboc Mayor Raymond Jala requested an investigation into alleged quarry operations at the WTP site, claiming that the operations were conducted without the necessary Environmental Compliance Certificate […]

Bohol, Philippines – More than 200 farmers and vendors in Bohol are now proud owners of farm implements and other equipment worth Php2.7 million for their livelihood projects, thanks to the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE-7). The beneficiaries are members of seven workers’ associations in San Miguel, Bohol, which is the accredited co-partner of… […]

A former vice mayor of Tagbilaran City has promised to provide “genuine service” to the people if he is elected to the post again. Jose Antonio Veloso made the pledge during an event following the filing of his certificate of candidacy. He is running alongside City Councilor Malvin “Atoy” Torralba, who is vying for the […]

CITY FOCUSES ON MENTAL HEALTH AHEAD OF WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY The Tagbilaran City Health Office (CHO) has launched a new program to address mental health issues, a spokesman said, as the city marked World Mental Health Day recently. Robin Culpa, CHO spokesman, revealed the CHO’s new focus on mental health during a dtyr interview […]

Royal Oceancrest Panglao 2, a condominium project by Primary Homes Inc., has been recognized as the Best Investment Property in Bohol during the DOT Property Philippines Awards 2023 held on September 14, 2023 at the Shangri-La Hotel in Makati City. The DOT Property Philippines Awards is an annual event that honors the best real estate… […]

The number of eligible voters in Tagbilaran City has reached a record high of over 70,000, according to the Commission on Elections (COMELEC). Rocco Lamanilao, Tagbilaran election supervisor, revealed the figure in a report following the conclusion of voter registration in September 2024. The Election Registration Board, which convened on October 14, 2024, certified that […]

Dili angay tuohan ang mga prediction ni Rudy Baldwin sanglit kini mugna lang sa iyang handurawan, matod sa mga tigpaniid nga mireact sa balita mahitungod sa trahedya nga dangatan sa Bohol. Ang mga tigsubay sa balita miingon nga anaa sa kamot sa Diyos ang kaugmaon sa usa ka lugar ug Siya lamang ang nahibalo sa… […]

The Junior Chamber International (JCI) Chocolate Hills chapter held a successful chess tournament for a cause on Friday, September 1, 2023, at the Bohol Cultural Center in Tagbilaran City. The event, dubbed as “Battle of the Brains”, attracted more than 50 participants from different schools and communities in Bohol. The tournament was divided into two… […]

Panglao, Central Visayas, Philippines – For many Filipinos, Christmas is a time of celebration and gratitude, but also a reminder of the hardships they face. Tzu Chi Bohol, a branch of the international Buddhist humanitarian organization, has been working to alleviate the suffering of the poor and homeless in the province, especially the elderly who […]

Bohol I Electric Cooperative (BOHECO I) has announced that it is now accepting bill payment through GCash. This new payment option is available to all BOHECO I customers, regardless of their location. To pay your BOHECO I bill through GCash, simply follow these steps: You will receive a confirmation message from GCash once your payment… […]

Boholano lawmaker Atty. Edgar M. Chatto on Thursday clarified that his office has no involvement in the hiring process for the Gov. Celestino Gallares Multi-Specialty Medical Center (GCGMSMC) and the upcoming Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) consular office in Bohol. In an interview with Ardy Araneta-Batoy on Newsmakers, Chatto pointed out that each agency has […]

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Bohol Governor Aris Aumentado is the only Philippine governor who attended the Conference of Parties (COP) 28, the annual global climate conference hosted by the United Nations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from December 1 to 2, 2023. Aumentado left Bohol for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on November 30,… […]

PSA WARNS OF NATIONAL ID SCAMS The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on Thursday warned the public about scams targeting holders of the national identification card, denying reports of government financial aid distribution to cardholders. PSA said in a statement that social media posts claiming national ID holders are eligible for government aid and must submit […]