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Baguio approves Fantasy Parade; costume check team sets “Whimsical, not scary” rule
By Jordan G. Habbiling BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The...
Scouts to take over Baguio City Hall for a day
BAGUIO CITY – Sixty Boy and Girl Scout Officials for...
Baguio City proposed 2027 budget rises 13% to P4.1B
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The proposed budget of the City...
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Gov’t brings reintegration, livelihood services closer to OFWs in Ilocos Norte
By Mary Therese D. Ancheta and Cristina B. Canlog ...
SBMA, Subic Enerzone renewed partnership for reliable energy for the next 25 years
By Ruben A. Veloria MAKATI CITY, Philippines- The Subic...
Baguio City
Baguio approves Fantasy Parade; costume check team sets “Whimsical, not scary” rule
By Jordan G. Habbiling BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The Baguio City Council, on October 12, 2026, approved a committee report recommending the Baguio Fantasy Parade, subject to conditions on permits, crowd management, costume guidelines, and post-event reporting, following consultations prompted by opposition to the original horror-themed concept. The City...
Scouts to take over Baguio City Hall for a day
BAGUIO CITY – Sixty Boy and Girl Scout Officials for a Day (SOFAD) takeover city hall and other offices after the regular Monday flag raising ceremonies in Baguio City, on Monday, Oct. 26 The designation of the boy and girl scouts is embodied in Executive Order 162, series of 2026...
CAR
DSWD FO CAR assesses LGU readiness for KALAHI-CIDSS implementation in 2027
By Yvonne Gracious T. Elegado The Department of Social Welfare and Development Field Office Cordillera Administrative Region (DSWD FO CAR), through the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan–Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) Program, conducted Local Government Unit (LGU) Capacity Assessment from 13 – 15 October 2026, to evaluate...
Region 1
Gov’t brings reintegration, livelihood services closer to OFWs in Ilocos Norte
By Mary Therese D. Ancheta and Cristina B. Canlog LAOAG CITY, Ilocos Norte, Philippines — Government agencies brought welfare, livelihood, and reintegration services closer to overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), returning migrant workers, and their families through a convergence event held at the Ilocos Norte Centennial Arena here on October...
Region 2
Nueva Vizcaya shines anew, wins top national tourism award
By Rachel Magday NUEVA VIZCAYA, Philippines — The province of Nueva Vizcaya strengthened its standing as one of the country’s rising tourism destinations after clinching the Grand Winner award for Best Tourism Promotions Brochure at the 2026 Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP) Pearl Awards. The province...
Region 3
TOTALPower explores scalable energy solutions in New Clark City, BCDA ecozones
With investments in high-value industries expected to accelerate the growth of New Clark City and other economic zones, the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is working with TOTALPower Inc. to explore scalable energy solutions that can support the increasing power requirements of present and future locators. On Thursday, 08...
Region 4 (a-b)
Mayor Alcala naglahad ng SOCA 2026
By Danny Estacio LUCENA CITY, Quezon- Inilahad ni City Mayor Mark Alcala sa kanyang 2026 State of the City Address (SOCA) ang mga nagawa, tuloy-tuloy na programa at mga plano ng pamahalaang lungsod para sa kapakanan at patuloy na pag-unlad ng kaniyang residente, noong Oktubre 26. Ang SOCA ginawa sa...
REGION 5
Robredo, European envoy discuss good governance
NAGA CITY, Philippines – Mayor Leni Robredo underscored her administration’s commitment to transparency and accountability in public office when she met with the ambassadors of Sweden, Finland, and Ukraine, who visited City Hall to learn about Naga’s governance practices, budget process, and public information initiatives. Robredo received on Monday, October...
NCR
SBMA, Subic Enerzone renewed partnership for reliable energy for the next 25 years
By Ruben A. Veloria MAKATI CITY, Philippines- The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) and power distributor Subic Enerzone (SEZ) launched on Friday (October 23) the renewed partnership in providing reliable and efficient energy supply in Subic Freeport. The renewed partnership was formalized during a simple ceremony held at the...
VIS-MIN
Liloan mother of 3 saves on food costs with gov’t rice aid
By Jositte Tista LILOAN, Cebu, Philippines — Juliet Visoc, 44, sells homemade rice cakes to help feed her three children, and a 10-kilo bag of government rice now means one less expense for her family. Visoc received the rice under the Bagong Pilipinas Rice Program. The program is part...
Sports
North Face Great Cordillera 100 returns on November 13–15
Around 500 local and international trail runners are expected to take on the challenging mountain routes of Baguio City and Itogon, Benguet, when The North Face Great Cordillera 100 returns on November 13–15, 2026, highlighting the region’s potential for adventure tourism and endurance sports. Race director Don Santillan said the...
LIFESTYLE
Downstream, traditions find their way to the next generation
In the mountains of the Cordillera and the highlands of Bukidnon, rivers begin as small streams and make their way down to the communities below. In some of those communities, tradition makes a similar journey, passed from one generation to the next. Take Tadiangan in Tuba, Benguet, where Ibaloi elder...
Business
Retail competition, rooftop solar can offer relief on power costs for businesses
The Manila Hotel, Philippines — At the 52nd Philippine Business Conference and Expo by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower) encouraged businesses to take advantage of the Retail Competition and Open Access (RCOA) program and rooftop solar to help lower their power bills. Speaking during...
Environment
AboitizPower helps illuminate remote education through electricity and connectivity
Aurora means “daybreak” in Latin—and, true to its root, AuroraPH brings that first appearance of light to last-mile schools in the Philippines. Last-mile schools are under-resourced and disadvantaged learning facilities, often isolated by geography and still lacking basic utilities like electricity. While almost 99% of public schools already have access...
