The Provincial Capitol of Bohol paid tribute to the late Atty. Jose “Joevels” Echavia Veloso, a former Board Member of the 1st District of Bohol, through a necrological rites held at the Capitol Lobby. The program began with a video presentation showcasing the late Veloso’s memorable moments, followed by heartfelt messages from his colleagues and […]
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 […]
Bohol Third District Rep. Alexie Besas Tutor has hailed the proposed Philippine Agriculturist Act as a “life-changer” for the country’s agricultural sector during the 2nd Philippine Association of Agriculturists (PAA) Central Visayas Regional Convention held recently in Tagbilaran City. Addressing 350 agriculturists from across the nation at Reyna’s Haven, Tutor reaffirmed her commitment to support […]
Modala Resort, a luxury eco-friendly resort in Panglao, Bohol, Central Visayas, Philippines, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Sean Ybañez as its new General Manager. Mr. Ybañez joined the Modala team on October 1, 2023, and has since been inspiring the staff with his passion for hospitality and dedication to the industry. Mr…. […]
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… […]
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… […]
Candijay, Bohol Mayor Thamar Olaivar announced Monday she will not seek re-election in the 2025 midterm elections. In an emotional speech, Olaivar informed the people of Candijay of her decision during a gathering of local leaders, supporters, residents, barangay officials, and local government unit officials at the municipal gymnasium. Olaivar was accompanied by her husband, […]
The body of a 20-year-old man who saved his friend from drowning was retrieved from the sea on Saturday afternoon, October 2, 2023. Jhon Cyril Sentorias Tanginan, a resident of Barangay Libjo in Sikatuna, Bohol was found by the rescuers of the Philippine Coast Guard, Tarsier 117, Tagbilaran CDDRMO, Albur PNP and other individual divers… […]
The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged Tagbilaran City Government, under the leadership of ex Mayor Baba Yap and now his wife, Jane Cajes-Yap, for keeping over P3.7 million pesos in dormant receivable accounts for more than a decade, potentially overstating its financial position. In its audit report, COA said cash advances and other receivables amounting to P3,775,670.45 pesos […]
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… […]
A 35-year-old American tourist died after his motorcycle crashed into a coconut tree along the national highway in Barangay Sal-ing, Balilihan, Bohol on Wednesday evening. The victim was identified as Michael David, a native of California, who was visiting the province with his Filipino girlfriend. According to witnesses, David was driving a rented motorcycle from… […]
Wala nag-ingon si Bohol Congressman Edgar Chatto nga “normal lamang nga modawat sa pagsaway gikan sa katawhan” kalabot sa planong pagpalit og mga sakyanan sa probinsiya. Apan matud sa balita sa radyo (dyRD), kini gisulti kuno sa kongresista, kinsa kanhi gobernador, “human ang Kapitolyo napuno sa pagsaway sa ilang lakang pagpalit og napo’g-upat ka mga… […]
The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) in Central Visayas has approved a new wage order, raising the minimum wage for private sector workers in the region. According to the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), the new wage rates will take effect on October 2, 2024. RTWPB-7 last issued a wage order on […]
Local tour guides in Bohol have expressed fears over the presence of foreign nationals guiding fellow tourists, calling on industry leaders to address the issue. The complaint comes amid allegations that some foreigners, particularly Koreans, have been leading groups of tourists at local sites, effectively sidelining local guides. Reports have surfaced of Korean nationals guiding […]