Built in 1866 and dedicated to San Nicolas de Tolentino, the church of Cabatuan, Iloilo is believed to have sustained damage possibly triggered by a series of earthquakes in recent months, which authorities say may have loosened sections of its masonry. Widening cracks on the right belfry tower are also suspected to be earthquake-related. Photos of San Nicolas de Tolentino Church of Cabatuan, Iloilo from Nereo Lujan

NCCA flags falling debris at Cabatuan church, seeks NHCP action ahead of Simbang Gabi

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ILOILO — The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) has formally sought the intervention of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines...
The Antique Police reminds the public of which firecrackers are prohibited for sale and use. In this file photo, a Bureau of Fire Protection personnel inspects a stall selling pyrotechnics in Iloilo City. PN FILE PHOTO

DOLE-6 tightens safety push on pyrotechnics ahead of New Year

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ILOILO — With New Year celebrations fast approaching, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Region 6 has intensified its call for the strict...
Director Jonnie Dabuco acknowledges that the Commission on Human Rights in Western Visayas lacks sufficient personnel to investigate and resolve human rights complaints swiftly. “We have only a handful of investigators… We need more legal experts and resources to effectively address the situation,” he says. NELJOY GALIGAO/PN

PROTECTION FALLS SHORT: CHR struggles with limited manpower, budget as rape, sexual violence top...

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ILOILO — Rape and other violations of women’s rights continue to dominate human rights complaints in Western Visayas, even as the Commission on Human...

Panay activists and lawyers warn against ‘fake’ anti-dynasty bills; Watered-down proposals meant to protect...

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ILOILO — Cause-oriented group Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (BAYAN-Panay) and the National Union of People’s Lawyers (NUPL)-Panay on Friday warned the public against what they...
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Tree planting on private lands pushed to boost WV forest cover, climate resilience

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ILOILO City – Confronted with Western Visayas’ low forest cover and increasing climate vulnerabilities, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is turning...
Devotees attend Mass at the Jaro Metropolitan Cathedral in Iloilo City. PANAY NEWS PHOTO

ICPO ramps up security as Simbang Gabi, Dinagyang Pamukaw open same day

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BY MA. THERESA LADIAOILOILO City – Police authorities are bracing for a surge of crowds across churches and festival routes as the opening of...
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Bantay Dagat stops illegal ‘siklob’ fishing in Batad

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ILOILO – A motorboat illegally operating inside a protected no-fishing zone in Batad town was intercepted and seized, exposing yet another case of destructive...
Students take part in an interactive digital safety activity during the launch of the Cyber Caravan at Iloilo City National High School in Molo, Iloilo City where government agencies and partners taught learners how to recognize online risks, protect personal information, and practice responsible digital behavior. DSWD-6 PHOTO

Agencies roll out ‘Cyber Caravan’ to protect Ilonggo students online

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ILOILO City — Alarmed by the growing dangers children face in the digital space, government agencies and partner organizations have launched the Cyber Caravan,...
Negros Power has fully restored all sub-transmission lines and substations, energized 45 of 47 feeders, and reconnected 65.7% of households across its service area as of 3 p.m. on Nov. 7, or three days after Typhoon “Tino” battered Negros Island.

SC ruling backs MORE Power expansion; Ileco 1 challenged to cut electricity rates

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ILOILO — The proposed expansion of MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) into parts of Iloilo province is already legally settled, according to...
Food handlers and small food business owners in Pavia, Iloilo attend a Food Safety Orientation conducted by the Iloilo Provincial Health Office in partnership with the Pavia Primary Care Facility, aimed at strengthening proper food handling, sanitation, and hygiene practices to prevent foodborne illnesses. IPHO PHOTO

Iloilo Prov’l Health Office steps up food safety drive to curb foodborne diseases

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PAVIA, Iloilo — To prevent foodborne illnesses and strengthen public health at the community level, the Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO) has intensified its...
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