Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) Airports has partnered with the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, the Department of Tourism (DOT) Central Visayas, and the Provincial Government of Bohol to highlight community-based tourism through a four-day immersive tour held from April 21 to 24.
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Pope Leo XIV accepts withdrawal of Tagbilaran Bishop-elect Saco —Archbishop Abet
Pope Leo XIV has accepted the decision of bishop-elect Gerardo Saco Jr. to withdraw from his episcopal ordination, Cebu Archbishop Alberto Uy confirmed on Tuesday.
SH Minerva brings foreign tourists to Bohol
The boutique expedition ship SH Minerva arrived in the waters off Baclayon on Tuesday, May 5, carrying 97 guests and 113 crew members for a short visit to the province.
Archbishop Abet Uy: Faithful saddened by bishop-elect’s withdrawal from Tagbilaran post
Archbishop Alberto Uy expressed sadness over the decision of Bishop-elect Gerardo “Jingboy” Saco Jr. to withdraw from his episcopal ordination for the Diocese of Tagbilaran.
Bishop-elect of Tagbilaran backs out of ordination
Bishop-elect Fr. Gerardo F. Saco Jr. has announced that he will no longer proceed with his episcopal ordination scheduled on May 26, 2026, citing a “change of heart” after prayer and discernment.
Bohol police record 2,886 ordinance violations in week-long crackdown
The Bohol Police Provincial Office (BPPO) recorded a total of 2,886 actions against local ordinance violations across the province from April 27 to May 3, 2026, as part of its intensified “Safer Cities Initiative.”
Top Regional Most Wanted for rape arrested in Bohol manhunt
A 39-year-old man tagged as the Top 1 Most Wanted Person at the regional level for four counts of qualified rape of a minor was arrested in a manhunt operation in Mabini town, Bohol, on May 2, 2026, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said.
Patrocinio council temporarily closes Malingin Falls site over trash, safety concerns
The Barangay Council of Patrocinio has temporarily closed the Malingin Falls to swimmers due to environmental, safety, and security concerns.
Direct Japan charter flight brings 164 tourists to Bohol
The flight from Narita International Airport carried 164 Japanese tourists via Cebu Pacific Flight 5J8811, signaling renewed travel interest from the Japanese market.
Tagbilaran’s ‘Kompra sa Tagbi’ pumps P600K daily into local economy
Around P600,000 is being infused daily into the local economy through Tagbilaran City’s food voucher program “Kompra sa Tagbi,” with about 3,000 vouchers redeemed each day since the household assistance rollout began on April 29, 2026.
‘Construct now, permit later’for Coclea Lounge/Resto Bars
The alleged illegal offshore construction of Coclea Lounge and Resto Bars owned Mr. Ruben F. Soriano, President, RFS Group of Companies Inc. is like putting the horse ahead of the cart.
Bohol’s ‘antingaw’ places 2nd in Global Mollusc Competition
The Philippines’ antingaw (Lithoredo abatanica) has secured second place in the 2026 International Mollusc of the Year (IMOY) competition, earning global recognition for one of the country’s most unusual marine species.