An Iloilo Provincial Bantay Dagat member and a police officer intercept a fishing boat off the coast of Carles, Iloilo during an anti-illegal fishing operation on August 4, 2025. Six suspects were apprehended for alleged dynamite fishing. PHOTO FROM BALITA HALIN SA KAPITOLYO

Dynamite fishers caught in Carles coastal raid

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CARLES, Iloilo — Six residents of Barangay Buenavista were apprehended for engaging in illegal dynamite fishing off Sitio Naborot here. The suspects were caught on...
“I respect the decision of the Ombudsman. However, I have no regrets because I made that decision with the firm belief that it is for the general welfare of my people. As Chief Executive, I exercised my authority, as the Constitution mandates. As a local chief executive, it is my responsibility to protect the general welfare of my constituents,” says Zarraga, Iloilo’s Mayor Ma. Jofel Marañon-Soldevilla.

Zarraga mayor penalized for business permit denial; Says she has ‘no regrets’ over decision

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ILOILO – Zarraga’s Mayor Ma. Jofel Soldevilla has been found administratively liable by the Office of the Ombudsman and fined an amount equivalent to...
Blistering is one of the symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD). Data from the Iloilo Provincial Health Office showed 723 cases were recorded in the province in 2024. PNA file photo

322% INCREASE: Iloilo logs 1,393 HFMD cases; health officials warn parents

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ILOILO – A dramatic 322% spike in hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) cases has alarmed provincial health officials, as the number of infections...
Metro Pacific Iloilo Water (MPIW) HS Jaro Project uses 1000mm PVCo Pipe imported from Spain. HS Jaro is total pipe replacement project to improve service reliability and reduce non-revenue water in Jaro, Iloilo City.

‘WE’RE HERE TO STAY’: MPIW pledges to stick with Ilonggos for water reform

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ILOILO City – Metro Pacific Iloilo Water (MPIW) said it remains committed to this city’s water security and will continue working with local stakeholders...
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P20/kilo rice region-wide rollout starts Aug. 20

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ILOILO City – To directly support small-scale rice farmers and fulfill one of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s key campaign promises, the National Food...

Western Visayas family planning drive exceeds target by 286%

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ILOILO City – A government-led campaign to promote responsible parenthood and family planning in Western Visayas and the Negros Island Region (NIR) has surpassed...
Provincial officials and staff show support for National Breastfeeding Month during a kick-off activity at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol grounds. The campaign, led by the Provincial Nutrition Committee, promotes the theme “Prioritize Breastfeeding: Create Sustainable Support Systems” to raise awareness on the critical role of breastfeeding in maternal and child health. ILOILO PROVINCIAL NUTRITION OFFICE PHOTO

Iloilo Province intensifies breastfeeding campaign to boost infant, maternal health

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ILOILO — The Iloilo Provincial Government is stepping up efforts to improve maternal and child health by strengthening its breastfeeding advocacy this August in...

Iloilo City offers 5,000 jobs amid push for inclusive economic growth

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ILOILO City – Nearly 5,000 job opportunities are up for grabs in this city until October, as part of the local government’s aggressive employment...
Stabbing incident between two minors at Jaro Plaza on August 1. Screenshot/RMN Iloilo

Iloilo City rolls out emergency crackdown on youth violence: Gang-linked stabbing, brawl spark concern

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ILOILO City – In the wake of two gang-related violent incidents involving minors within three days, the city government has launched an aggressive crackdown...
Iloilo’s Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. gestures during the presentation of Rizome Bamboo’s investment proposal at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol. The proposal aims to establish Iloilo as Southeast Asia’s leading bamboo powerhouse by 2030 through the development of a bamboo-based green economy and engineered bamboo exports. PHOTO FROM BALITA HALIN SA KAPITOLYO

Iloilo eyes bamboo as driver of green industry, economic growth by 2030

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ILOILO — A bold vision to position Iloilo as Southeast Asia’s leading bamboo powerhouse by 2030 is taking shape, as the Iloilo Local Economic...
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