Sorsogon’s family poverty rate dropped to 15.1 percent in 2025 from 28.4 percent in 2023, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), a dramatic decline that highlights the enduring impact of infrastructure and policy reforms put in place by Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero during his term as provincial governor.
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Poverty incidence fall 21.9 % after 25 years
Because no one should be left behind, a directive that Governor Erico Aristotle Aumentado issued during his first term for all government agencies and non-government organizations, including sectoral development groups and funding institutions to focus their development efforts on Bohol’s identified poorest towns have produced results.
Bohol braces for stronger El Niño, rolls out tourism recovery plan
The provincial government is preparing for a possible stronger El Niño while implementing measures to revive tourism amid declining visitor arrivals, Gov. Erico Aristotle Aumentado said during his State of the Province Address (SOPA) on Friday.
Ombudsman warns gov’t workers after Bohol board member dismissed over fuel misuse
The Office of the Ombudsman has warned government workers against using fuel allocated for government vehicles for private vehicles, citing a recent case involving a former Bohol provincial board member.
Pepito says PCL Region 7 coordinated with Bohol officials for PCL Week
The Philippine Councilors League (PCL) Region 7 coordinated with Bohol provincial officials and invited members of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, including PCL-Bohol Chapter President Joanha Cabalit-Initay, to the PCL Week held here from Sept. 29 to Oct. 1, PCL Region 7 President Ricardo “Kuya Nick” Pepito said.
PCL Region VII chief ‘Kuya Nick’ Pepito thanks officials, media for successful 2026 PCL Week
Philippine Councilors League (PCL) Region VII president Ricardo “Kuya Nick” Pepito thanked local officials, the media and organizers for the successful staging of the 2026 PCL Week Central Visayas in Bohol.
Absent? Bohol PCL president Initay skips Region VII Week confab
Philippine Councilors League (PCL) Bohol president Joahna Cabalit-Initay did not attend the three-day PCL Region VII Week held here, despite the participation of at least 500 councilors from Cebu and Bohol.
Pepito calls for resilient, people-centered local governance
Local government officials must strengthen their communities’ ability to prepare for crises, protect vulnerable sectors and pursue progress that directly benefits the people, Philippine Councilors League (PCL) Region 7 president Ricardo “Kuya Nick” Pepito said.
Marcos signs law extending barangay, SK officials’ terms to five years
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has signed into law a measure extending the term of office of barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials to five years and moving the next Barangay and SK Elections (BSKE) to November 2028.
Bajao assumes as Duero mayor following leadership transition
Hernes Bajao has assumed office as mayor of Duero following a transition in leadership in the municipality.
Duero mayor steps down after Ombudsman dismissal over P76.2-M projects
Duero Mayor Al Cadorniga Taculad stepped down from office on Wednesday after the Office of the Ombudsman ordered his dismissal for grave misconduct over his financial interest in two municipal projects awarded to his construction company.
Chiz welcomes Senate’s approval of bill fixing term of Barangay, SK officials
Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Monday thanked his colleagues for approving on third and final reading Senate Bill No. 2387, which fixes the term of office of barangay officials and members of the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) to five years.