By Rose Frejane A. Cruz

 

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines  – A 2nd-year Bachelor of Science in Information Technology student at the University of the Cordilleras was crowned as Miss Baguio 2025 during the Coronation Night held at the Baguio Convention and Cultural Center, on September 6.

Janela Andal Recio,22, of Trancoville Barangay, who is among the 12 candidates who participated in the search for Miss Baguio 2025, has the title of Miss University of the Cordilleras 2024 and Miss Galiacayo Camilliana 2025.

Along with Recio who was crowned are Mikaela Coloma Lazaro (Bakakeng SLU SVP), Miss Baguio Creative 2025; Zyra Mae Carbonell (Bakakeng Norte/Sur) – Miss Baguio Kultura 2025; Precious Faith Mirasol (Brookside)- Miss Baguio Kalikasan 2025 and Brynne Cessary Bayang (Middle Quirino Hill), as Miss Baguio Tourism 2025 and Sangguniang Kabataan Federation Baguio Ambassador.

Those who received minor awards were Miss Social Graces: #10 Trinity Samantha Lacanlale, of Brgy. Dontogan; Darling of the Press: #7 Brynne Cessary Bayang, of Brgy. Middle Quirino Hill; Best in Creative Costume: #2 Precious Faith Mirasol, of Brgy. Brookside; Best in Talent: #8 Zyra Mae Carbonell, of Brgy. Bakakeng North/South; Best in Swimwear: #11 Janela Recio, of Brgy. Trancoville; Miss Courage: #6 Yvonne Jill Llobrera, of Brgy. Pucsusan and Miss Photogenic: #4 Elisha Lare De Castro, of Brgy. Upper Quezon Hill

“The City of Baguio proudly celebrates the newly crowned Miss Baguio 2025.Janela’s journey reflects the true spirit of a Baguio woman that is strong, compassionate, and inspiring. May her reign open doors to new opportunities and allow her to shine even brighter as an ambassador of culture, talent, and community,” said Galadys Vergara, chair of the Baguio Tourism Council.