The Bureau of Customs – Port of Subic has maintained its ISO 9001:2015 certification after successfully passing a surveillance audit conducted by TUVSUD, an external auditor. The audit covered various aspects of the Port’s processes and operations, including customer service, risk management, and compliance with regulations. District Collector Carmelita M. Talusan, CESO V, expressed her… […]
The first batch of PACEM Fathers, a missionary group of Filipino priests, marked their 25th anniversary of ordination on April 14, 2023. Bishop Alberto “Abet” Uy of Tagbilaran, who ordained them in 1998, congratulated them on their silver jubilee and praised their contributions to the Church and society. In a Facebook post, Bishop Uy expressed… […]
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… […]
Bohol First District Rep. and House Committee on Tourism Senior Vice Chair Edgar M. Chatto has expressed his support for the 40 percent share of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) from the tourism travel tax during a committee meeting on Wednesday. The meeting deliberated on bills proposing Carrying Capacity Regulations of destinations and Travel… […]
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 […]
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… […]
The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the City Government of Lapu-Lapu will host the BIDA Fun Run on July 29, 2023. The run will start at 4:00 a.m. at the Hoops Dome in Lapu-Lapu City. The BIDA Fun Run is a national anti-illegal drug advocacy campaign that involves local government units (LGUs),… […]
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… […]
The Flying Squad of the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has been conducting random checkpoints in Bohol since February 4, 2024, to inspect the compliance of motorists with traffic rules and laws. However, the operation has also caused a lot of inconvenience and frustration among the Boholanos, especially during the rush hour. On February 5, 2024,… […]
The Provincial Government of Bohol (PGBh) expressed its gratitude to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Region VII for providing 3,397 food packs to the fisherfolks of Sandingan and Cabilao Islands, Loon, Bohol on August 11, 2023. The food packs, which consist of rice, canned goods, coffee, and sugar, are a crucial support… […]
A new program that aims to promote financial inclusion and resilience among Filipino micro-retailers has been launched by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), Coca-Cola, and GCash. The program, called Tatak Matatag na Negosyo, is a joint initiative that will provide training, mentoring, digital tools, and financial… […]
Former City Mayor Baba Yap, who is now the administrator of Tagbilaran City Hall, has defended the controversial P12-billion reclamation project that is being proposed by a private company led by Lite Shipping and a Manila-based business magnate. Speaking to DYTR radio host Chandymar Araneta Batoy on Friday, November 17, 2023, Yap said the reclamation […]
Bohol Governor Arthur C. Yap malipayon nga mitaho sa maayong balita nga pinaagi ni DOT Secretary Berna Romulo-Puyat ang Bohol makadawat ug kapin 10,000 nga Covid vaccines alang sa tourism frontliners. (contributed foto) Mapasalamaton si Bohol Governor Atty. Arthur Yap ngadto kang Department of Tourism (DOT) Sec. Bernadette Romulo-Puyat sa gipasalig nga 10,000 ka mga […]
Are you a chess lover who wants to test your skills and support a noble cause at the same time? If yes, then you should not miss the ‘Battle of the Brains: Chess Tournament for a Cause’ on August 26, 2023, at the Tagbilaran City Hall Atrium, Bohol. This event is organized by the Bohol […]