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Baguio to file a case vs BCDA over ‘unfulfilled’ 19 conditionalities

Mayor Benjamin Magalong announced on November 19, 2025 that the city government is preparing to file a lawsuit against the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA). During a special session ...

Sponsors spearhead the yearly save the Chico river drive

BONTOC, Mtn. Province – Conserving the environment and cleanliness is the main objective of this activity! That was the statement categorically voiced out by John Tay-og Pelew, the convenor and ...

Around the world in 30 days

Manang Lourdes Aptimes Bennett is one of the first Igorot nurses in the USA and the first I-Besao woman to go abroad as a professional. Born in 1942 in Besao, ...

Cardiovascular diseases, cancer still top killers in Baguio

19 Nov. 2025 – Cardiovascular illnesses and cancer continue to be the top causes of death in the city, according to the mortality data of the City Health Services Office ...

LTFRB-CAR holds public consultation on fare hike petition

BAGUIO CITY (PIA) — The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board Cordillera (LTFRB-CAR) has initiated a public consultation with public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers and operators in Baguio City on ...

SNAP mobilizes relief operations for communities affected by Uwan

In the aftermath of Typhoon Uwan, SN Aboitiz Power Group (SNAP) immediately launched extensive relief operations to support its host and neighboring communities affected by the typhoon. Working closely with ...

Benguet assures enough vegetable supply for holidays

LA TRINIDAD, Benguet – The provincial agriculture office here assured sufficient supplies of highland vegetables for the holiday season despite Super Typhoon Uwan’s multi-billion-peso damage to the agriculture sector. “After ...

BAGUIO CITY – The Office of Civil Defense (OCD)-Cordillera Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (DRRMC) on Tuesday urged residents of the region to invest in a transistor radio, which has been proven to be the most effective way of disseminating information, especially in far-flung communities, during calamities. “Nakita natin na isa sa mga challenge ay ang pagpaparating ng impormasyon sa lahat ng mga mamamayan lalo na ang mga tungkol sa safety kapag may kalamidad (We saw that one of the challenges is bringing information to all residents especially safety information during calamities),” said Jose Ignacio Valera, Disaster Risk Reduction Management (DRRM) officer of OCD-CAR, in a media interview aired over a local radio station. He said that during regular days, the cellular phone using internet signal or a television, are useful gadgets, but it is not the case during calamities when electricity is cut off and internet signal is intermittent or is out. He added that many people in remote communities still rely on the “observation method,” continuing their usual activities as long as no rain is visible—often unaware that they are already facing serious risks to their lives and property. “Mas malaki ang chance na makarating sa kanila ang information kung gagamit tayo ng radyo kasi kahit sa malayong lugar may nakukuha na istasyon (there is a bigger chance that information will reach them if we use the radio in bringing the information where there is radio stations can be detected),” Valera said. He said transistor radios can either be solar-powered, battery-powered or can be recharged if there is electricity. It’s being handy is also a reason even farmers are able to listen to programs while tending to their crops or even listen to music while working. Previous studies conducted by then-National Economic Development Authority in CAR when it was drum-beating the information campaign on the Cordillera autonomy revealed that the best way of informing the public is through radio, with farmers and other people working while simultaneously listening. “Transistor radio functions even without electricity, even without internet, and is most accessible as it does not cost much,” he added. **Liza Agoot

BAGUIO CITY – The Office of Civil Defense (OCD)-Cordillera Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (DRRMC) on Tuesday urged residents of the region to invest in a transistor radio, which has ...

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On November 19, 2025, the Save Baguio Market Movement delivered over 20,000+ signatures to the City Council opposing the SM market PPP deal. **photo by neimlesss_kills ...

There’s still time to change

LAGAWE, IFUGAO - - At least 196 heirloom rice farmers of Ifugao stand to benefit from the equipment given to them during the Farmer Field School graduation program in Lagawe ...

Cordillera RSCWC calls on parents, community to step up online child safety

BAGUIO CITY (PIA) — The Regional Sub-Committee for the Welfare of Children (RSCWC) in the Cordillera Administrative Region urges parents to constantly monitor the activities of their children online to ...

Baguio karinderyas eyed as community kitchens for nutrition, disaster response

A proposed ordinance authored by Councilor Leandro Yangot Jr. seeks to formalize the local government’s partnership with karinderyas by designating them as community kitchens for nutrition programs and disaster relief ...

‘Build clear ordinance’ pushed

Councilor Jose Molintas has proposed an ordinance that seeks to strengthen the city’s internal control system and guarantee transparency, accountability, and citizen participation in all city-funded projects. Dubbed the “Build ...

Rambutan Festival and much, much more

LAGAWE, IFUGAO - - As quick, relaxing and easy as taking a modern jeepney ride from Solano, Nueva Vizcaya, it takes only an hour and a half to two hours ...

Cordillera LGUs told to prioritize disaster preparedness

BAGUIO CITY – The Office of Civil Defense in the Cordillera Administrative Region (OCD-CAR) urged local government units (LGUs) across the region to invest more in disaster preparedness as this ...

Tanudan to launch Tawang Falls as tourism site thru running event

TABUK CITY, Kalinga (PIA) — The municipality of Tanudan is gearing up to officially launch Tawang Falls in sitio Cabugao, Barangay Pangol as a tourism site through a fund run ...

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A former member of the Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) voluntarily returned to the fold of the law and surrendered a homemade Caliber .30 rifle following successful negotiations led by operatives ...

Cordillera police credits Oplan Undas success to use of drones

LA TRINIDAD, Benguet – The Police Regional Office-Cordillera Administrative Region (PROCAR) on Tuesday said the SQUADRONE technologies it launched in October have been helping its personnel in ensuring public safety, ...

Cordillera residents urged to be on guard vs seasonal diseases

BAGUIO CITY – The Department of Health (DOH) has reminded the public to take precautions against illnesses commonly associated with the cold season, as temperatures in the city and other ...

Baguio doctor shares key strategies for healthy aging

BAGUIO CITY (PIA) — With the senior population rapidly growing in the Philippines, a geriatrician is urging a shift in viewing aging. During the “recent Aging and Health Talks” forum ...