Bicol Peryodiko News

News update in and around the province of Catanduanes

Majestic Surfing Cup 2024, National Competition Naging Matagumpay

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Baras, Catanduanes — Naging matagumpay ang isinagawang Majestic Surfing Cup 2024 National Surfing Competition sa Puraran Beach Resort sa bayan ng Baras. Naging tampok ang mga pinakamagagaling na surfers mula sa iba't ibang panig ng bansa. Ang kaganapang ito ay nagbigay-diin sa likas na...

Mayor Tayam’s Opponent in Gigmoto Withdraws Candidacy

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Mayor Vicente Tayam, Jr. of Gigmoto, Catanduanes confirmed that his opponent, former mayor Armando T. Guerrero, withdrew his Certificate of Candidacy. In an interview with Radyo Peryodiko, Guerrero withdrew through a Special Power of Attorney on October 11, three days after the COC filing...

29 Mayoralty and 22 Vice Mayoralty Candidates File COCs, 2 Uncontested

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Twenty-nine (29) individuals have filed their Certificates of Candidacy for mayor, while twenty-two (22) have filed for vice mayor in the eleven municipalities of Catanduanes.According to the official records of the COMELEC, one mayor and one vice mayor are running unopposed. Ten mayors are...

Barangays Concepcion and Palnab del Norte Declared Drug-Cleared in Virac, Catanduanes

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Virac, Catanduanes – In a significant stride towards community safety and progress, Barangays Concepcion and Palnab del Norte have been officially declared drug-cleared following a thorough assessment by the Regional Oversight Committee on Barangay Drug Clearing. The momentous declaration was made on September 26,...

PBM Confirms Commitment from Oil Companies to Adjust Prices; Other Firms to Consult Management

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In response to the growing concerns of residents over the relentless rise in fuel prices in Catanduanes, Provincial Board Member (PBM) Sonny Francisco has confirmed the commitment of several oil companies to implement price adjustments. In an exclusive interview with Radyo Peryodiko, PBM Francisco...

CatSU President Azanza Responds to Controversial Student Council Oath-Taking, Calls for Decision from Board of Regents

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Virac, Catanduanes – In response to the news about Virgilio Cortado's oath-taking as President of the Catanduanes State University (CatSU) Student Council, CatSU President Patrick Allain Azanza clarified that the university's Board of Regents has not yet issued a final decision regarding Cortado's qualifications...

CatSU Student Council President Virgilio Cortado Takes Oath Before Mayor Laynes, Vows to Continue Fight for Student Rights

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Virac, Catanduanes – Virgilio Jr. S. Cortado took his oath as President of the Catanduanes State University (CatSU) Student Council before Virac Mayor Samuel Laynes, due to the deferment of his original oath-taking by CatSU President Patrick Allain Azanza.The postponement was necessitated by the...

Thousands Attend Traslacion Procession Celebrating the 100th Year of the Canonical Coronation of Nuestra Señora de Peñafrancia

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In commemoration of the 100th year of the Canonical Coronation of Nuestra Señora de Peñafrancia, thousands of devotees gathered for the Traslacion Procession held yesterday in Naga City.The historic procession began at the Old Shrine and Parish of Our Lady of Peñafrancia and...

Over 1,000 Catandunganons Receive Aid in Special Presidential Gift on His Birthday

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More than 1,000 Catandunganons benefited from the "Handog ng Pangulo: Serbisyong Tapat para sa Lahat" caravan, a special initiative from President Ferdinand "BongBong" Marcos Jr. on September 13, 2024.As part of the event, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) distributed ₱3.5 million...

Over 200K Worth of Shabu Discovered in Virac

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Authorities have uncovered approximately 31 grams of suspected shabu, with an estimated street value of Php 217,511.60, during an operation in Barangay Francia, Virac, Catanduanes on September 12, 2024.According to reports, two unnamed individuals stumbled upon a black sling bag while collecting bottles along...