Speed With Purpose — The Race to Deliver 87,000 Food Packs in 10 Days
In the aftermath of a disaster, time is not measured in hours but in lives. Every moment lost is a family waiting for food, a child sleeping hungry, or a community wondering if help is on the way. This is why the delivery of...
A Critical Question for Catanduanes’ Health: DOH or Provincial Control?
As Governor Patrick Alain T. Azanza spearheads an ambitious plan to modernize the Eastern Bicol Medical Center (EBMC), a critical question has emerged: should the hospital be transferred to the Department of Health (DOH), or is it better for the provincial government to retain...
“Vote Buying in Bicol: A Democracy for Sale”
Elections are supposed to be a time of hope—a chance for citizens to choose leaders who will bring genuine change. But in the Bicol Region, that hope is increasingly clouded by the persistent and deep-rooted issue of vote buying. Recent reports reveal that Catanduanes...
Investigate, Address, and Uphold Accountability
EDITORIAL: The provincial government must launch an immediate and impartial investigation into the allegations surrounding the distribution of “Lapang Bagas” to barangays. This is not a trivial issue that can simply be dismissed as political propaganda. Rather, it is a matter of public trust...
A Call for Comprehensive Review and Investigation
The recent shooting incident in Barangay Cabuyoan, Panganiban, involving the tragic death of 28-year-old Dennil Jhon Tala Fulton, highlights an urgent need for a comprehensive and impartial investigation. This is not a call to condemn the Philippine National Police (PNP) but a necessary step...
A Peaceful New Year: A Testament to Unity and Discipline
The provinces of Catanduanes and Masbate deserve commendation for an extraordinary milestone in welcoming the New Year 2025: not a single incident of firecracker-related injuries or indiscriminate firing was recorded. This achievement is a testament to the collaborative efforts of law enforcement authorities, local...
A Peaceful New Year: A Testament to Unity and Discipline
The provinces of Catanduanes and Masbate deserve commendation for an extraordinary milestone in welcoming the New Year 2025: not a single incident of firecracker-related injuries or indiscriminate firing was recorded. This achievement is a testament to the collaborative efforts of law enforcement authorities, local...
Editorial: Trump’s Return as President — What It Means for U.S.-Philippines Relations
Donald Trump’s victory as the 47th President of the United States has implications that extend to allied nations, including the Philippines. As global politics shift, particularly concerning the West Philippine Sea, it’s essential to examine how this could impact the Philippines' position in the...
Catanduanes: A Province in Need of Urgent Reform Amid Uneven Progress
The inclusion of Catanduanes among the poorest provinces in the country, as revealed in the 2024 Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Index (CMCI), is a sobering reminder of the persistent economic challenges the province faces. Ranking 9th in the nation’s list of impoverished areas, it...