Igorot General from Tadian, Mt.Province is the New Chief of Southern Police District

Cordillera - Son of Tadian, Mt. Province and a proud Cordilleran has been appointed as the new director of the Southern Police District (SPD).

Brigadier General Mark Pespes took the new role as chief of SPD, replacing the outgoing chief Brigadier General Roderick Mariano who got his new appointment at the Philippine National Police Office in Manila. 

“Together we can achieve great things, and I look forward to a collective effort that lies ahead. With the support of the community and the stakeholders, let us embark on a journey together with optimism,” Pespes said during yesterday’s turnover ceremony at the SPD grandstand in Taguig City.

Brig. Gen. Pespes has been known as the brave cop of saved Leila De Lima from the hostage taker at the PNP Custodial Center in October 2022.

Pespes was among the three cops who responded and neutralized Abu Sayaff members who attempted to escape the Custodial Center.

He tried to negotiate with a detained Abu Sayyaf member who hostaged former Sen. Leila De Lima. The inmate, still holding De Lima, asked for water. Col. Pespes gave the water with his left hand and quickly shot the inmate point blank with his right hand.

Asked how it felt to encounter notorious Abu Sayyaf members, he said "normal naman sa tao na kabahan."

He added, "Walang magandang accomplishment pag may namatay sa ating hostage. We are very fortunate di napahamak ang ating senator."

He was promoted to one-star general during an oath-taking and donning of ranks ceremony presided by PNP chief Gen. Rodolfo Azurin Jr. at Camp Crame in Quezon City.

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10 sons of Mt. Province graduated from Philippine Merchant Marine Academy MADASIKLAN CLASS of 2023

Photo Courtesy || Trishia Rose Antonio

Cordillera - On July 20, 2023, a group of 10 accomplished Igorots from Mountain Province achieved a significant milestone as they successfully completed their studies and training at the prestigious Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA). 

Below are the names of the graduates:

1. AWISAN, Ron Angelo- BAUKO, Mountain Province 

2. GUMAWI, Jetjet- BAUKO, Mountain Province 

3. CHENGAY, Jan Burkmar- BONTOC, Mountain Province 

4. FORARAO, Wilson- BONTOC, Mountain Province 

5. ANTONIO, Tristan Paolo- SABANGAN, Mountain Province 

6. FARCANAO, Daren Kurt- SADANGA, Mountain Province

7. ANNOYAN, Ben- SAGADA, Mountain Province

8. DAILAY, Yalaid- SAGADA, Mountain Province 

9. DUMANOG, Benito- SAGADA, Mountain Province 

10. KOLLIN, Khen- SAGADA, Mountain Province 

These cadets are among the 224 graduates of the PMMA 'MADASIKLAN' Class of 2023 who satisfactorily hurdled their training to become a merchant marines, naval and coast guard officers.

The 'MADASIKLAN' Class of 2023, an acronym representing 'MAgiting na may DAngal at SImbolo ng Kawal ng karagatAN,' consists of a total of 224 midshipmen set to graduate. 

Among them, 97 belong to the Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation (BSMT) program, while 127 are pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering (BSMarE) degree.

The commencement ceremony took place on July 20, 2023, at the Grandstand of the PMMA Complex in San Narciso, Zambales. The esteemed guest of honor for the event was President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.

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LOOK: Igorota beauty queen Roxie Baeyens in her Barbie-inspired costume

Photo Courtesy || Sparkle GMA Artist Center

Cordillera - In a dazzling display of beauty and grace, Miss Earth-Water 2020, Roxanne Baeyens, stunned her fans as she donned a Barbie-inspired costume in a recent photoshoot for the upcoming Barbie movie. 

The Igorota beauty queen from Besao, Mt. Province shared her stunning photos on her Facebook page, which were also featured on Sparkle GMA Artist Center's social media.

The contreversial Barbie film, directed by Greta Gerwig and written by Gerwig and Noah Baumbach, marks the first live-action adaptation of the beloved Barbie fashion dolls by Mattel. 

Set to star Margot Robbie as Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken, the film promises to take audiences on a journey of self-discovery following an existential crisis. 

The ensemble cast includes top-notch talents like America Ferrera, Kate McKinnon, Michael Cera, Ariana Greenblatt, Simu Liu, Issa Rae, Rhea Perlman, Helen Mirren, and Will Ferrell.

Amidst the glitz and glamour of the movie world, Roxanne Baeyens continues to shine as a passionate advocate for nature and the environment. 

Hailing from Cordillera, the nature-lover has been actively involved in various projects aimed at protecting and preserving the environment. 

Her commitment to promoting eco-consciousness earned her the prestigious Jewel Beauty Strong Earth Ambassador title, along with the Best Evening Gown and Best in Eco Video Jewel Awardee Swimsuit People's Choice Award.

Roxanne Baeyens' journey from being crowned Miss Earth-Water to gracing the spotlight in a Barbie-inspired costume for the upcoming film is a testament to her versatile talent and dedication to making a positive impact. 

As she continues to inspire others with her beauty, brains, and love for nature, fans eagerly await her next steps in both the beauty pageant world and the realm of entertainment. 

With her innate passion for protecting the environment, Roxanne Baeyens is undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with, leaving an indelible mark wherever she goes.

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Igorot from Mt. Province crowned Mr. Earth Philippines, Mr. Continental International Ambassador 2023

Photo Courtesy || Kurt Santiago

Cordillera - Proud son of Mt. Province Kurt Justin Santiago as been crowned as the new Mister Earth Philippines and Mister Continental International Ambassador 2023.

Mr. Kurt Justin Santiago who traces his roots to Sagada and Bontoc, Mt. Province also bagged the Air 2023 Ambassador Universe Continental Internation 2023 in the just concluded Tourism Ambassador Universe 2023 held on Kota, Kinabalu, Malaysia in June 5, 2023.

Santiago was designated as the new Mr. Earth Philippines for 2023-24 after the resignation of Anson Kyle Tanumtanum of Pampanga.

The newly crowned Mr. Earth Philippines is a graduate of the course Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a now working as a freelance consultant.

On December 2022, Santiago was crowned Mr. Earth Philippines-Air 2022 during the pageant in Cainta, Rizal where he also bagged the Best in Leap, Mr. Congeniality, Best in Swim Wear, Online Choice Award and Best in Arrival Award.

Mr. Earth Philippines is the only credible male pageant in the country that showcases young and ambitious males around the country, and a venue for social-environmental platforms and nationalism, serving and creating future leaders and ambassadors.

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Igorot hunk from Mt. Province wins 2023 Ginoong Pilipinas’ Best in Festival Costume

Photo Courtesy || MyTV Cebu

Cordillera - Rickmhar P. Bayonao, representing the Cordillera region in Ginoong Pilipinas 2023, achieved remarkable success during the May 20 finals held at IL Corso Lifemalls' Central Piazza Amphitheater in Cebu, Philippines. Not only did he win the prestigious Best in Festival Costume award, but he was also honored with the title of Mr. Congeniality.

Originally from Masla, Tadian town, Bayonao had previously been crowned Mr. Student Leaders of the Philippines in 2019. In 2022, he achieved the first runner-up position in the Mr. and Ms. Kalinogan Mountain Province pageant, also winning accolades for Best in Advocacy/Interview, Best in Ethnic Wear, and Best in Formal Wear.

Bayonao proudly represented Mountain Province as Mr. Mountain Province 2022 and participated as a representative of the province in the Search for Mr. and Miss Cordillera Autonomy Youth Ambassador in the previous year.

Despite initial concerns about being judged or criticized by the community, Bayonao expressed feeling a sense of liberation during the swimwear photoshoot, which greatly boosted his self-confidence.

As his first national pageant experience, Bayonao expressed profound gratitude for all his supporters who played a vital role in helping him secure a spot as one of the top 10 finalists in Ginoong Pilipinas.

The Ginoong Pilipinas pageant made a grand comeback, aiming to become the leading male beauty pageant in the country, equivalent to Binibining Pilipinas.

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Mt. Province invites everyone to "Lang-ay on the Street" on Sunday, April 2, 2023

Photo Courtesy || Provincial Government of Mt. PRovince

Cordillera - The Office of the Congressman Maximo Y. Dalog, Jr. together with the Provincial Government of Mountain Province proudly invite everyone to one of the most anticipated event, the "LANG-AY ON THE STREET" scheduled on Sunday, April 2, 2023.

This year's Lang-ay on the Street calls you to indulge in native snack delicacies unique to Mountain Province capping it at dinner with tapey, lang-ay wine and “Watwat",  slice or slices of boiled meat that is usually distributed or shared as part of the meal during an Igorot feast.

The program will start from 2:00 in the afternoon until 10:00 in the evening. Cultural presentations and a concert featuring local talents will highlight the event.

Sponsored by the Office of the Congressman together with TIEZA, BOMORVA, Bontoc Business Circle now Bontoc Ug-Ugfo, DPWH-MPFDEO, MPSPC, PNP, MOPRECO, Philippine Red Cross, Mental Health Team, DTI, PIA, GAWIS for Mountain Province Inc., and the Local Youth Development Council.

Source || Provincial Government of Mt. Province

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5 sons of Sagada, Mt. Province graduated from PMMA Masidlayag Class 2022

Photo Courtesy || PMMA

Cordillera - Five proud Igorots from Mountain Province successfully finished their studies and training at the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) on July 7, 2022.

These cadets are among the 114 graduates of the PMMA Masidlayag Class of 2022 who satisfactorily hurdled their training to become a merchant marines, naval and coast guard officers.

Drazen James Yodong - Sagada,Mountain Province

Oliver Egsaen Domanog - Sagada,Mountain Province 

Clayton Aclopen - Sagada, Mountain Province

Blake Baniaga Aclopen - Sagada,Mountain Province

Frenzel Somebang - Sagada, Mountain Province

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‘MASIDLAYAG’ Class 2022 stands for ‘Mandaragat ng Silanganan na may Dangal Upang Maglayag at Gumabay sa Inang Bayan’.

PHILIPPINE Navy Flag Officer In Command Vice Admiral Adeluis Bordado witnessed the 199th Commencement Exercises for the ‘MASIDLAYAG’ Class 2022 of the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy Saturday at the PMMA Complex.

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Philippine's First Giant Hand Footbridge is Found in Bauko, Mt. Province

Cordillera - Looking for something new to visit this holiday season? Try the newest attraction in Cordillera - the giant hand footbridge located in Andanum (Pikaw) Bauko, Mountain Province. 

Have a 'wow' moment walking on the bridge while having a beautiful view of the surrounding vegetable plantation and feel being held high up by three giant hands.

The bridge is part of the Pikaw Hotel and Resort which is still under construction but visitors can come and experience walking and having a good photoshoot on the footbridge. 

It is easy to spot the place because it's just located along the national highway. The full view can be seen if you are passing the Bontoc- Bauko route. 

For only 30 pesos for daytime viewing and 50 pesos for nighttime viewing for the entrance fee, you can enjoy having a relaxing moment at Pikaw Hotel and Resort's giant hand footbridge.

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Igorota Scientist is a Program Manager in University of Michigan, Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program

Photo Courtesy || Meg Daupan

Cordillera - A Cordilleran scientist from Mountain province works as a Program Manager for the Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program at the University of Michigan (DDCSP).

Meg Daupan, a native from Sagada Mountain Province  graduated with a bachelor’s in Biology and a master’s in Microbiology from the University of the Philippines Baguio and Diliman, respectively. 

As part of her graduate studies, she was awarded a spring fellowship at Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology 🇰🇷 that specializes in microbial fuel cells research.

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After completing her studies, Meg worked as a science educator at the Mind Museum in Taguig. Through this experience, she greatly developed many professional skills, especially science communication and curriculum design. Then, the devastating impacts of typhoon Haiyan in December 2013 motivated her to change her career path and learn more about environmental crises. 

She made a big leap and moved to the United States 🇺🇸 in 2014 to begin her new career. She became the first Filipino to earn a master’s degree in Natural Resources and Environment at the University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability.

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In addition to Meg’s work and identity as a scientist, over time she has learned to better appreciate and value her indigenous roots, being half Igorot. She has continually engaged with experts in environmental justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion 💪

In her current position, Meg leads all aspects of the DDCSP-UM from recruiting students across the United States, to building partnerships with environmental researchers and conservation professionals, and serving as a mentor to the scholars.

source || pinoyscientist

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Mt. Province Cong. Dalog, Jr. urges DepEd to correct erroneous information about the Igorots

Photo Courtesy || Maximo "Maxi" Y. Dalog, Jr.

Cordillera - Mt. Province Congressman Maximo Y. Dalog, Jr. has wrote a letter to Department of Education (DepEd) secretary Leonor M. Briones to amend erroneous portrayal of Igorots in learning modules dated February 4, 2021.

In his letter, Cong. Dalog specifically mentioned one learning module authored by Dr. Felicidad N. Remo and Ms. Avelina S. Espelita who in their book had described the Igorots as having curly hair. 

"We disagree on such account because in reality, a person with curly hair does not truly represent the actual appearance of an Igorot," Dalog pointed out. 

"We wish to informed the aforementioned authors that physically, we Igorots are generally similar with the Filipino majority like that of Dr. Remo and Ms. Espelita," he added. 

Dalog expressed the majority sentiments of his fellow Igorots on social media regarding some circulating photos of wrong portrayal of Igorots in learning modules. 

"We are immeasurably alarmed, offended and annoyed by such portrayal and description of us, just because we are Igorots. In view hereof, I earnestly urge the Department of Education to look into this matter by investigating/reprimanding those responsible and correct errors in the books and modules," Dalog said. 

The Mt. Province lawmaker has also reminded his fellow Igorots to always treat others equally and fairly.

"...Being Igorots does not give us the liberty to discriminate other, too. After all, we are one human race created into the image and likeness of God. Therefore, we all should treat each other equally and fairly," Dalog wrote in his official Facebook page.

Photo Courtesy || Maximo "Maxi" Y. Dalog, Jr.

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Honest tricycle driver in Sabangan returns P100,000 cash and passbooks to owner

Photo Courtesy || Pnp Sabangan

Cordillera - An honest tricycle driver from Sabangan, Mt. Province didn't hesitate to return a bag containing large amount of money and a passbook to the police station as reported by the Pnp Sabangan Facebook page. 

The post said, "A hardworking tricycle driver turn in to Sabangan MPS cash amounting to P100,000.00 and 6pcs. passbooks with receipts by Mr. Benjamin Coltong, found along the highway at Sitio Todey, Poblacion, Sabangan, Mt. Province.

Mr. Coltong's act of honesty is a testament to the many commendable traits of a Cordilleran exemplifying the culture of "Inayan".

The "Inayan" culture among the Igorots signifies the fear to the Supreme being.

This helps them not to commit things that are unpleasant and undesirable like consuming and owning something that does not belong to them. 

Salute to sir Benjamin Coltong. 

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Igorot jiu jitsu practitioner bags gold medal in the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Tour in the United Kingdom

Photo Courtesy || Gibran Langbayan

Cordillera - Igorot jiu jitsu practitioner snatched a gold medal in the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Tour in the United Kingdom and elevated his rank among jiu jitsu practitioners around the world

The 33 year old Gibran Langbayan from Sagada,Mountain Province and Buguias Benguet edged Piotr Winiarek of Poland in the gold medal match of purple belt master 1-69 kilograms division after the rigid quarterfinals.

Langbayan now ranks 22ndin the world under the AJP world ranking for male master 1 purple belts and 10th in Asia. He is also ranked number one in the Philippines.

The London tournament is one of the toughest jiu jitsu competitions in the world, as it consisted of numerous matches across multiple weight and belt divisions.

Langbayan, a registered nurse, trains with Abu Dhabi Jiu Jitsu Pro, along with well-known international jiu jitsu masters and practitioners around the world.

United Kingdom Charge d’ Affaires Philippine Ambassador Frank Cimafranca has invited Langbayan to honor the Cordilleran athlete for his win.

Langbayan and his younger brother Godwin are jiu jitsu practitioners for over a decade now. They have won medals in national and international competitions.

source || Montanyosa Unity Facebook

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Igorota beauty queen and Miss Earth Philippines 2020 gears up training for Miss Earth 2020

Photo Courtesy || Roxanne Baeyens

Cordillera - After her stint as Miss Earth Philippines 2020, Igorota pride Miss Roxanne Baeyens is now preparing for her training as she will represent the Philippines in the upcoming Miss Earth 2020. 

The 23-year old Igorota beauty queen traces her roots from Besao Mt.Province has always been passionate about nature and protecting the environment through various projects in her own.

In recent months she has became the poster girl of the Department of Agriculture - Cordillera in promoting urban gardening, highland agriculture and regreening.

In 2019, Baeyens represented the country in the Miss Tourism and Culture Universe pageant and finished 1st Runner-Up.

In a local radio interview, Baeyens admited she felt nervous competing in the international pageant because of pressure.

However, she said that she was very excited because this event is a 'once-in-a-lifetime' opportunity for her. 

This year's 20th edition of Miss Earth pageant will tackle environmental issues in the time of pandemic. 

It features the culture and landmark of every nation's candidate through talent, fitness and fashion. 

The grand coronation night for Miss Earth 2020 will be held on November 29, 2020.

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LOOK: Stunning aerial view of the winding road in Sabangan, Mt.Province

Photo Courtesy || George Tugan FB

Cordillera - This is undoubtedly one of the best aerial view of the long and winding road of Sabangan, Mt.Province. If China has the Tianmen Mountain winding road, Philippines has one located in Cordillera. 

An areal photo captured by George Tugan shows the stunning beauty of the Baguitan Data in the municipality of Sabangan. 

Photo Courtesy || George Tugan FB

Photo Courtesy || George Tugan FB

The municipality has a land area of 72,04 a square kilometers which constitute 3.34% of Mountain Province's total area. 

It has a population of more than 9,000 according to the 2015 census.

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Igorota from Bontoc made it to the final of Asia's Grandest Livestream Competition

Photo Courtesy || Phemarie Focasan

Cordillera - The lone representative of the Philippines for the search of "Yippi's Live Star Quest" - Asia's Grandest Livestream Competition has made it to the final after outscoring 2000 performers from different countries. 

Miss Phmarie Focasan, a native from Bontoc, Mt. Province, a license architect, a singer and a dancer is calling for the support of her kababayans and kailyans.

The Yippi Asean Live "Star Quest" Competition is a search for the best Yippi Livestream performers from different countries. 

The final competition is scheduled this Saturday, October 17, 2020 from 9:30 to 10:30 pm.

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Cordilleran Marine officer honored as Best Officer 2019 of the 23rd Marine Company

Photo Courtesy || Zhina Zudi Zain

Cordillera- Another Igorot Marine officer is being recognized and been receiving awards in different fields yet kept his feet on the ground despite his great achievements.

Marine officer, CPT  Dennis. Sadlay PN, a native of Sabangan, Mt. Province is the commanding officer of the 23rd Marine Company, Marine Battalion Landing Team-3.

Throughout his term as the Commanding Officer, his company received the BEST RIFLE COMPANY award for three consecutive years in 2018, 2019 and 2020.

While his Company has been maintaining the Best Rifle Company award for several years, his company also grabbed the GRANDSLAM BEST COMPANY award.

Moreover, his company was given the BACK TO BACK BEST IN ATHLETIC award for 2019 and 2020.

His great leadership being a Marine officer as well as a commanding officer didn't go unnoticed when he was honored as the BEST OFFICER in 2019.

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Teachers in Mt. Province walk kilometres to get Wi-Fi signal to attend webinar

Photo Courtesy || Julita Gumatay

Cordillera - Four school teachers in Mt.Province have to walk 9 kilometres and cross a river to find an internet signal to attend a webinar.

A group of public school teachers from Maducayan Elementary School in Natunin Mt. Province needed to upgrade their computer skills for the upcoming school year by attending a webinar on blended learning, but  have to walk several kilometres to reach Barangay Saliok, the nearest place where they can find an internet signal.

In an interview with GMA, the head teacher,  Julita Gumatay, said that it takes them about two  hours to reach  Barangay Saliok on foot during a good weather. However, it would take them longer on a bad weather condition as the paths are slippery.

Adjusting to the new social norm brought about by the pandemic, teachers are finding ways to fulfill their duties and responsibilities in bringing education to their students. They are ready to sacrifice their time and resources as a way of showing dedication to their profession.

"As we have pledged it, as a teacher, is to bring education to the children. Lalo na ngayon, COVID-time, talaga we are worried kung paano naman namin iaabot and edukasyon para sa nga bata,"  Gumatay said.

The teachers attended the webinar huddling together as they were using a single mobile phone and a speaker.

According to Gumatay, they have to go to a hill in the said barangay  to have a better internet signal. Despite using only one mobile phone as a remedy for a stronger signal, it's still been fluctuating because they were using a cellphone.

As resilient these teachers may be, Gumatay said that they are more worried about their students' lack of gadgets and the availability of internet signals.

"Paano kami gumamit ng internet or online na wala namang signal? Ang mga bata ay wala naman silang gadgets....they are still ignorant in using gadgets like this...," Gumatay added.

These teachers are ready and willing to do whatever it takes to bring education to the children. Just like other teachers and educators facing the same predicament, Gumatay's heartfelt request is to have a stronger cell site.

May these teachers' simple request for a stronger cell site or internet signal be granted and be considered an urgent need if schools will be implementing distance or blended learning as part of the new program in the education sector.

source || GMA

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LOOK: Mountain Province is the only Covid-19 free province in the entire Cordillera region.

Cordillera - While Covid-19 cases in the Cordillera Administrative region continue to rise as new cases have emerged over the past few days, only Mountain Province has no reported Covid-19 cases as of this writing (June 11, 2020) according to the Mountain Province DRRM Office. 

Data from the Department of Health Cordillera Center for Health Development shows that only Mountain Province has recorded zero cases of the coronavirus. 

On Wednesday (June 10, 2020) Kalinga recorded its first coronavirus case, a 30-year old resident of Tabuk City. 

Tabuk City Mayor Darwin Estranero said the patient arrived from Manila on June 6 when the province organized the Oplan Padatong which aims to bring home stranded iKalingas in Manila. 

The patient, according to Estranero, remains to be asymptomatic and now confined at the Tabuk City Isolation Unit. 

The province of Ifugao has also recorded its first Covid-19 case on Wednesday from a returning OFW from Saudi Arabia.

The patient was brought to the Region II Trauma and Medical Center in Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya.

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Honest trike driver in Mt.Province returns lost P15,700 cash to owner

Photo Courtesy || PnpMtprovince Sabangan

Cordillera - In this time of crisis where many have been hit hard financially specially those who are working in the transport sector, a tricycle driver returned a wallet containing cash to the police station. 

According to a post by PNP Mountain Province Sabangan Facebook page, Mr.Eddie B. Mercado went to the Sabangan Police station to turn over a brown wallet containing P15,700.00 and other valuable documents which he found along the road while transporting his passenger. 

Mr. Marcelo Galeng Jr. the owner of the lost items later came to the station to claim his wallet and documents from Mr. Mercado. 

The noble deed of Mr. Mercado is indeed an inspiration, an uplifting account about a simple tricycle driver with a pure heart who, despite affected by the crisis himself, still do the right thing by not keeping the money for the benefit of himself.

This is a similar story of honesty from a tricycle driver in Kalinga who returned a long brown envelope containing cheques amounting to P2.1 million. 

Read his story here:  Honest Kalinga tricycle driver returns cheques amounting to P2.1 M

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Cordilleran cop from Barlig, Mt.Province promoted One Star General of the PNP

Photo Courtesy || Montanyosa Unity

Cordillera - A Cordilleran police officer has been promoted One Star General of the Philippine National Police (PNP).

Police Brigadier General Oliver Enmodias, who traces his roots from Barlig, Mountain Province will assumed the post as Executive Officer to Directorate for Integrated Police Operation (DIPO-NL).

PBGen. Enmodias is a proud member of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) Class of 1990 and finished his high school at the SLU Boys High in 1984.

Prior to his new assignment, PBGen Enmodias was the head of the recruitment and selection division of PRO-12 Directorate for Personnel Records and Management (DPRM).

He is known for his intelligence in the police work when he headed the two joint task forces that proved the twin bombings in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat in 2018 and the December 31 bombing in front of a mall in Cotabato City.

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