Devotees attend a mass in Jaro Metropolitan Cathedral in Iloilo City. Churchgoers observe physical distancing to prevent the spread of coronavirus disease 2019. In “NCR plus” churches are allowed by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Disease to conduct a “once-a-day” religious gathering during Holy Week. PANAY NEWS PHOTO

Pilgrims warned against gory Lent practices

ILOILO – The Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO) is urging the public to avoid participating in pagtaltal, a Holy Week reenactment of Christ’s passion,...
From April 16 to 19, strategically positioned motorist assistance centers will operate round-the-clock along major highways to address the expected surge in traffic and reduce the risks posed by road accidents, stalled vehicles, and ongoing infrastructure projects. DPWH-6 DEOS PHOTO

Holy Week travel rush spurs DPWH emergency response

ILOILO City – With thousands expected to hit the roads this Holy Week, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Region 6 has...

Death threat against PDEU operative linked to drug syndicates – police

ILOILO – A member of the Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit (PDEU) received a death threat on April 12, delivered in a package that included...
The Philippine Coast Guard’s heightened alert in Western Visayas, which began on April 13 and runs through April 20, is part of the national “Oplan Ligtas Byahe: Semana Santa 2025” initiative aimed at ensuring passenger safety as thousands flock to their home provinces. Photo shows Coast Guard Station (CGS) Iloilo Commander Captain Julian Bayawa Jr. leading an inspection. Photos from Coast Guard Station Iloilo Facebook

PCG in Western Visayas tightens sea safety amid influx of travellers

ILOILO City – Bracing for a surge of sea travellers and possible maritime emergencies during Holy Week, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) in Western...

Over 320,000 learners in WV complete school year

ILOILO City – More than 320,000 learners in Western Visayas have successfully graduated this School Year 2024–2025 despite the sweltering summer heat and election...
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lloilo PDRRMO: Brace for road accidents, observe safety protocols

ILOILO – With thousands of Ilonggos expected to head home for Holy Week observances, the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) has...
Photo courtesy of AJ Palcullo/PN

4 PUV drivers flunk ‘surprise’ drug test

ILOILO City – Four public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers here tested positive for illegal drugs following a surprise operation launched by the Land Transportation...
Love Baronda (standing, right) of Team Sulong Gugma leads Iloilo City’s vice mayoralty race for the May 12, 2025, midterm elections, RACI Survey showed.

FRONTRUNNER: Baronda leads vice mayoralty race by 14% in latest RACI survey with 27...

ILOILO City – With only 27 days to go before the May 12 elections, vice mayoralty candidate Love Baronda of Team Sulong Gugma has...
Photo courtesy of Alecs Ongcal/Rappler

Comelec secures WV power supply for May 12 elections

ILOILO City — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is ensuring that no power disruptions will affect the upcoming May 12 electoral process in Western...
Photo courtesy of the Iloilo City Government

Central and Terminal market vendors benefit from free medical, dental services

ILOILO City – Vendors at the Iloilo Central Market and Iloilo Terminal Market received free medical and dental services as part of an initiative...