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.
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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.
EcoWaste Coalition flags 35th Pakistan-made beauty cream laced with toxic mercury
The EcoWaste Coalition has uncovered mercury in yet another “export quality” Pakistan-made skin lightener, marking their 35th discovery of such a highly hazardous cosmetic produced in the South Asian country.
BFAR lifts red tide alert in Dauis, Tagbilaran coastal waters
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has declared coastal waters in Dauis and Tagbilaran City free from red tide contamination, allowing the safe consumption of shellfish and other marine products in the area.
Converge reopens business center in Tagbilaran City
Converge has officially reopened its upgraded business center in Tagbilaran City, now located at Liteport along Gallares Street, as part of efforts to strengthen digital services in Bohol.