The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has awarded a 15-year cargo-handling contract for five ports in Bohol to a joint venture of Animas Bros Arrastre Stevedoring Services, Inc. and Tarsier Arrastre Stevedoring, Inc. In a document obtained by Bohol News, Bohol Governor Aris Aumentado and his wife, Congresswoman Vanessa Aumentado, appeared to have stake in the… […]
The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged financial inconsistencies in the Provincial Government of Bohol’s accounts, according to a recent audit report. The report reveals that reconciling items totalling Php5.225 million pesos remained unadjusted as of 31 December 2022, contrary to COA regulations. This has led to a misstatement of the province’s cash accounts, COA said. Auditors found discrepancies… […]
The Supreme Court (SC) has rejected the appeal of former Corella town mayor and current councilor Vito Beltran Rapal, who was convicted of four counts of graft, estafa and failure to render accounts. Rapal was accused of pocketing public funds meant for the protection of the Philippine tarsier and failing to liquidate his cash advances. […]
A new species of razor wrasse fish has been discovered by scientists in the Philippines, but its first sighting was not in the ocean, but in a public market in Bohol⁴. The fish, which has been named Cirrhilabrus marinda, or the Marinda fairy wrasse, was initially bought by a local fisherman who noticed its unusual… […]
The Provincial Government of Bohol and the Local Government Unit of Maribojoc led the blessing and unveiling of the Quincentennial Marker in Punta Cruz, Maribojoc yesterday. This is part of the celebration of 500 years of Christianity in the country and the commemoration of the first circumnavigation around the world. First District Congressman Edgar Chatto… […]
DYTR REPORT – Nunot sa nagsaka nga ihap sa aktibong kaso sa covid-19 dinhi sa lalawigan sa Bohol ang lungsod sa Jagna nagpatuman ug granular lockdown sa ang usa ka barangay nga giilang hot spot sa covid-19. Sugod karong adlawa petsa Hunyo 17 hangtod sa petsa Hunyo 19 adlaw nga Sabado ipa ilawom sa Extensive… […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Bohol Provincial Office is inviting all secondary and tertiary students from schools and universities in Bohol to join its digital poster making contest with the theme: Gen S: Generation Sustainable. The contest aims to showcase the creativity and talent of the young generation in promoting sustainability and environmental… […]
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) has been acquiring new aircraft in the past few years, signaling its intention to increase the number of helicopters in its squadrons. PAF normally goes for the minimum number of aircraft per squadron due to budgetary issues, but it has been noted that the Combat Utility Helicopters (CUHs) are being […]
The Inabanga College of Arts and Sciences (INB CAS) has announced that it will offer free tuition for students who want to enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Information Systems (BSIS) program for the academic year 2023-2024. The announcement was made by Inabanga Mayor Jono Jumamoy on his official Facebook page on Tuesday, September… […]
Alburquerque, Bohol: Governor Aris Aumentado, leading the Provincial Government of Bohol, administered the oath-taking ceremony of newly-elected officials of the Alburquerque Employees Association (AEA) on December 22, 2023. The AEA is composed of municipal employees who work in various departments and offices of the local government unit of Alburquerque. The association aims to promote the… […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
As part of his Strategic Change Agenda, Bohol Governor Aris Aumentado is strengthening local governance by visiting different municipalities and providing financial support to barangays. On January 3, 2024, he started his municipal visits in Sikatuna, where he met with barangay captains and treasurers from ten barangays. He was accompanied by Board Member Lucille Lagunay,… […]