Bicol Peryodiko News

Camp BGen Simeon A Ola, Legazpi City—In the recent organizational changes at the Police Regional Office 5, four high-ranking police officials have been reassigned to different positions. On January 5, 2023, PBGEN ANDRE PEREZ DIZON, the Acting Regional Director of PRO5, spearheaded the turnover of...

Congressman Leo Rodriguez is among the proponents of House Bill No. 7535 and Senate Bill No. 2028, aiming to amend certain provisions of Republic Act No. 10868, known as the "Centenarians Act of 2016." The proposal seeks to provide a cash incentive of P10,000...

In a significant milestone, the municipality of San Andres, Catanduanes, has been declared a drug-cleared town following seven years of a rigorous anti-illegal drug campaign. On December 14, 2023, the San Andres police, led by PMaj. Emsol Icawat, and key officials, including Drug Clearing...

Once again, the capital town showcased its dominance by securing the overall championship in Palarong Panlalawigan 2023, amassing an impressive total of 193 medals, including 97 golds, 46 silvers, and 50 bronzes. Virac emerged as the standout performer during the three-day sports event, demonstrating a...

Baras, Catanduanes - Only the local government of Baras in the province of Catanduanes has achieved the prestigious Seal of Local Governance 2023. The Local Government Unit of Baras received the recognition from the Department of Interior and Local Government. This is the Seal...

Virac, Catanduanes - A heated discussion on the controversial issue of mining in the province of Catanduanes took place during the Public Forum on Mining held at the Catanduanes State University (CatSU) Gymnasium on December 11, 2023. The forum began at two in the afternoon...

Camp BGen Simeon A Ola, Legazpi City - FIVE new Bicol camps and real properties were formally named to pay homage to the heroic Bicolano members of the Philippine National Police. These distinguished individuals have exhibited unwavering dedication and sacrifice in their commitment to...

Sumakabilang buhay na si Ginoong Ed Laguerta, ang dating resident volcanologist ng Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) Legazpi, ngayong Disyembre 30, dakong alas-4 ng umaga, sa Irosin, Sorsogon. Siya ay 69 anyos, kung saan heart failure umano ang sinasabing naging sanhi ng kanyang...

The PNP Catanduanes confirmed that there were three victims of firecrackers in the province during the New Year's celebration of 2024. According to the official record of the PNP, the firecracker victims are from the towns of Virac, San Andres and Panganiban. At around...

PNP Bicol proudly announced that the New Year's celebration in the region was generally peaceful. Based on the released data from Camp Simeon Ola, this reportedly happened due to the security preparations made by the leadership of Police Regional Office 5 under the command...