Over 200K Worth of Shabu Discovered in Virac
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...
Former Solon Urges SP to Summon Gas Station Owners Over Fuel Price Discrepancy in Catanduanes
Former Congressman Cesar Sarmiento has called on the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) to take action and summon gas station owners in the province to explain the significant price discrepancy of fuel sold in Catanduanes compared to neighboring provinces such as Albay and Sorsogon.
Sarmiento expressed his...
Albay Native Crowned Miss Bicolandia 2024 in Glittering Coronation Night
Naga City, Philippines — Mikki Angela B. Barcela of the province of Albay has been crowned as Miss Bicolandia 2024, captivating audiences with her grace and charm during a spectacular coronation night held as part of the Peñafrancia Festival 2024 celebrations.
Amidst cheers and applause,...
Catanduanes Listed Among the Poorest Provinces in the Country, 3 Towns Named Most Improved, 4 Drop in Rankings
Catanduanes has been listed among the 12 poorest provinces in the country, based on the latest assessment for the 2024 Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Index (CMCI).
According to the data, Catanduanes ranks 9th, while the province of Masbate is in 5th place. Aside from these...
Be a Listening Church to the Poor: Homily of Manila Archbishop Jose Fuerte Cardinal Advincula, during the Diocese of Virac 50th Anniversary
Your excellency, the most reverend Charles John Brown, apostolic to the Philippines, Your grace, the most reverent Rex Andrew Alarcon, archbishop of Caceres, your excellency, the most reverent Luisito Occiano, bishop of Virac, your excellency, the most reverent Manolo de los Santos, bishop Emeritus...
Diocese of Virac Ipinagdiriwang ang Ika-50 Taong Anibersaryo
Ipinagdiriwang ng Diocese of Virac ang kanilang ika-50 taong founding anniversary, isang makasaysayang okasyon na nagbibigay-pugay sa limang dekadang paglilingkod at pagpapalaganap ng pananampalataya sa buong lalawigan ng Catanduanes. Ngayong Agosto 27, 2024, papasimulan ang serye ng mga mahahalagang aktibidad na dadaluhan ng mga...
19 local officials ng Catanduanes, Umanib sa Lakas-CMD
Humigit kumulang labing siyam (19) na mga incumbent elected officials’ ng Catanduanes ang lumipat na sa Lakas-CMD sa pangunguna ni Gobernador Joseph C. Cua.
Noong Agosto 13, nang pormal na nanumpa ang mga ito kay Lakas Chairman at House Speaker Martin Romuldez.
Maliban kay Cua,...
NAPOLCOM Director’s Visit to Bicol Welcomed by PNP Catanduanes
Virac, Catanduanes – On July 22, 2024, Atty. Manuel L. Pontanal, the Regional Director of NAPOLCOM ROV, made a significant visit to Virac, Catanduanes.
The day's activities began with a warm courtesy visit to the newly appointed Bishop of Virac, Most Reverend Luisito A. Occiano,...
Construction of Coliseum at CatSU Officially Begins
Catanduanes State University (CatSU) President Patrick Azanza has confirmed that the construction of a 6,000-capacity coliseum within the university campus is officially set to proceed. According to reports, the project will take three years to complete, with funding provided by the Ako Bicol Partylist...
First Medical Scholars of Catanduanes Government Honored
The local government of Catanduanes extends its warmest congratulations to the first two pioneer scholars of the Catanduanes Medical and Law Scholarship and Return Service Program (CMLSRSP).
The scholars, Jirah Garcia and Catherine Tolentino, graduated from the Doctor of Medicine program at Bicol Christian College...