COASTAL CLEANUP. Soldiers, municipal responders, and volunteers remove algae deposits from the shoreline of Miag-ao, Iloilo as local authorities intensify cleanup efforts following an algal bloom incident that affected 86 residents in three coastal barangays. The town government has issued health advisories and urged the public to avoid exposure to affected waters pending further assessment. PHOTOS FROM MIAGAO INFOCEN

Algal bloom sparks health scare in Miag-ao; airborne irritants trigger respiratory symptoms

ILOILO — An algal bloom that suddenly appeared along the coastlines of three barangays in Miag-ao town has left 86 residents suffering from respiratory...
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10K trees to be planted: Iloilo-wide Arbor Day drive backs ‘Forest Province 2044’ vision

ILOILO – This province is set to plant more than 10,000 trees in a massive province-wide Arbor Day campaign this Thursday, June 25, as...
NEW PRO-6 CHIEF. Police Brigadier General Randulf Tuaño assumed post as the new regional director of Police Regional Office 6 (PRO-6), replacing Brigadier General Josefino Ligan following a recent PNP reshuffle. Tuaño, a member of the PNPA Class of 1995, previously served as the PNP Chief Spokesperson and head of the Public Information Office. GMA NEWS PHOTO

PRO-6: Protecting children takes a village; United region-wide front vs threats to minors pushed

ILOILO City – The Police Regional Office 6 (PRO-6) has called for a united community effort to protect children from abuse, exploitation, violence, and...
A young patient undergoes a dental examination. According to the Department of Health, poor oral health affects the well-being of many Filipinos and contributes to broader health complications. It this thus campaigning for proper oral hygiene practices and raising awareness on the importance of oral health as part of overall well-being. DOH-6

Oral diseases remain a major public health concern – DOH-6

ILOILO City — Underscoring concerns that poor oral health continues to affect the well-being of many Filipinos and contribute to broader health complications, the...

Road to ‘Tinagong Dagat’ under monitoring as Miag-ao braces for annual landslide onslaught

ILOILO — Expect landslides. This was the warning from local officials as Miag-ao town entered the rainy season with several upland areas under heightened...
Parishioners, altar servers and cultural performers take part in the traditional traslación along the coastal promenade of Banate, Iloilo on June 23, 2026, as part of the annual “Biray” celebration honoring Saint John the Baptist. The centuries-old religious tradition combines a fluvial procession, prayers and a pilgrimage to the town’s former center. ARCHDIOCESE OF JARO COMMISSION ON SOCIAL COMMUNICATIONS

Century-old tradition draws people to sea, pilgrimage in Banate

BANATE, Iloilo — Devotees in this coastal town reaffirmed a centuries-old tradition of faith and remembrance as they took part in the annual “Biray”...
Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman John Patrick “Pato” Gregorio and Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya affirmed the city's readiness to host the Batang Pinoy 2026 National Championships in December during a press briefing at the PSC Main Building inside the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in Manila on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Joining the official launch were Department of Education (DepEd) representative Miguel Angelo Mantaring, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Undersecretary Rolando Puno, PSC Commissioner Olivia “Bong” Coo, Bacolod City Administrator Atty. Mark Steven Mayo, and Atty. Rhett Demonteverde. BCCO-PIO FB PHOTO

PSC, Bacolod City assure full readiness for Batang Pinoy 2026

BACOLOD City — The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and the Bacolod City Government have expressed full confidence in the city’s readiness to host the...
Rushing floodwaters swamped the home of a resident in Barangay Igdalaguit, Tobias Fornier, Antique on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Joy Obani (Screenshot)

12 Antique LGUs suspend classes due to monsoon-enhanced rains

ANTIQUE — Twelve local government units (LGUs) in Antique suspended classes on Wednesday, June 24, as heavy rains brought by the southwest monsoon, enhanced...

Bacolod steps up enforcement of anti-rugby ordinance following viral social media posts

BACOLOD City — The Bacolod City Government has intensified the enforcement of City Ordinance No. 328, or the "Rugby and Other Volatile Substances Ordinance...
Capiz Gov. Fredernil H. Castro posed with awardees during the PRAISE Awards 2026 held at the Hall of Governors, Provincial Capitol. The provincial government honored outstanding employees for their dedication, integrity, and exemplary public service. CAPIZ PROV’L GOV’T COMMUNICATIONS GROUP PHOTO

Capiz prov’l gov’t honors outstanding employees in PRAISE Awards 2026

CAPIZ — The Capiz Provincial Government recognized exemplary public servants during the PRAISE Awards (Program on Awards and Incentives for Service Excellence) held on...