Pan de Azucar Island, famous for its towering Mount Pan de Azucar (Sugarloaf Mountain), is home to three barangays: Macatunao, Talotu-an, and Tambaliza. Its rich biodiversity and natural beauty make it an ideal candidate for eco-tourism.

Iloilo prov’l gov’t mulls Pan de Azucar as eco-tourism hub

ILOILO – The provincial government is ramping up efforts to position Pan de Azucar Island in Concepcion town as a leading eco-tourism destination, with...
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4 drivers positive for drugs in surprise LTO-PDEA operation flunk confirmatory test

ILOILO City – Four public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers in this city are under threat of having their licenses revoked. After testing positive for...
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New Jaro archbishop orders status quo on pastoral assignments amid transition phase

ILOILO City – A gradual transition phase in the Archdiocese of Jaro will see all pastoral assignments in Iloilo City, Iloilo Province, and Guimaras...

3ID warns of more clashes with NPA remnants after rebel’s death

ILOILO City – The 3rd Infantry Division (3ID) of the Philippine Army has warned of more encounters with the remaining members of the New...
Volunteers participate in the mangrove planting activity at Barangay Alacaygan, Banate, Iloilo, on Earth Day, April 22, 2025. The initiative, led by the Provincial Government Environment and Natural Resources Office, saw around 600 mangroves planted as part of ongoing efforts to protect the coastal ecosystem and mitigate the impacts of storm surges and coastal erosion. PHOTO FROM PENRO-LGU ILOILO IPG FACEBOOK PAGE

Earth Day marked with mangrove planting to combat coastal erosion, protect marine life

ILOILO – The provincial government marked Earth Day on Tuesday, April 22, with a mangrove planting and coastal clean-up event in Barangay Alacaygan, Banate...

City gov’t oversight of infra projects defended

ILOILO City – Mayor Jerry Treñas has responded to growing concerns over infrastructure projects in this city, following the viral circulation of a letter...
HEALTHIER FUTURE. In time for the institutionalization of its feeding program, the Iloilo City Government is set to inaugurate early next month another high-impact project — the Iloilo City Uswag Nutrition Center. This project will serve as a strong reinforcement in the city's mission to combat malnutrition and ensure that every child in the community receives the nutrition they deserve. AJ PALCULLO/PN

SUSTAINED NUTRITION: Iloilo City boosts feeding program for daycare learners

ILOILO City – The Iloilo City Government has institutionalized its feeding program for public daycare learners across the city. This, following the passage of Food...
A farmer takes a few minutes of rest at a rice field in Apalit, Pampanga. PNA PHOTO BY JOAN BONDOC

Agri sector drags down growth as WV economy expands by 4.3%

ILOILO City – Western Visayas’ economy expanded by 4.3 percent in 2024, reaching P641.76 billion, but the region’s agriculture sector remains a major concern,...
Archbishop Midyphil Billones

Jaro archbishop calls for prayers following death of Pope Francis

ILOILO City — Archbishop Midyphil Billones has called upon the faithful of the Archdiocese of Jaro to offer prayers for the eternal repose of...

920 motorists apprehended for traffic violations during Holy Week

ILOILO City – The Land Transportation Office (LTO) in Region 6 apprehended a total of 920 motorists for various traffic violations during the Holy...