Here is a summary of the latest reported events from across Bohol Island, sourced from respected regional and national news outlets.
1. Fatal Motorcycle Collision with Stray Animal Reported in Sierra Bullones
According to a report from the Bohol Provincial Police Office (BPPO), a 28-year-old motorist died after colliding with a stray carabao on a provincial road in Sierra Bullones late Sunday evening. Police cite poor visibility and the unexpected animal crossing as primary causes, reminding drivers of heightened caution on rural roads at night.
2. DPWH Announces Commencement of Ubay-Talibon Coastal Bypass Road
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) – Bohol District has confirmed, as reported by the Philippine News Agency (PNA), that the detailed engineering design for the 22-kilometer Ubay-Talibon Coastal Bypass Road is complete. The project, funded under the 2026 National Infrastructure Program, is slated to begin land acquisition and early construction in Q2 2026 to alleviate traffic and boost agro-fishery transport.
3. Tagbilaran City Hall Launches Centralized Digital Payment Portal for Fees
Tagbilaran City News officially announced the launch of “TagbilaranPay,” a unified digital portal for real estate tax, business permit, and other local fee payments. The system, developed in partnership with a accredited fintech provider, aims to reduce queues and improve transaction efficiency for residents and businesses.
4. BTMIO Records 40% Increase in International Passenger Arrivals for November
Data released by the Bohol Tourism and Management Office (BTMIO) and covered by Bohol Chronicle shows a 40% year-on-year increase in international passenger arrivals at Bohol-Panglao International Airport for November 2025. The surge is attributed to restored and new direct flights from South Korea, Taiwan, and Singapore.
5. Provincial Health Office Declares End of Localized Dengue Outbreak in Three Towns
The Bohol Provincial Health Office (PHO), in a bulletin covered by Manila Bulletin, has declared the end of a localized dengue fever outbreak in the towns of Loon, Antequera, and Maribojoc. The declaration follows four consecutive weeks of case numbers falling below the epidemic threshold, credited to aggressive community clean-up drives and fogging operations.
6. NCCA and NHCP Complete Structural Audit of Loboc Church Complex
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), in coordination with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), has completed a comprehensive structural audit of the earthquake-damaged Loboc Church complex. As reported by Inquirer.net, the audit report will guide the final phase of restoration, which is scheduled to begin in early 2026.
7. PDRRMO Issues La Niña Advisory for Fisherfolk and Coastal Communities
The Bohol Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) has issued a formal advisory, as disseminated by PAGASA and local radio networks, warning fisherfolk and those in low-lying coastal areas of above-normal rainfall and potential rough sea conditions associated with the ongoing La Niña weather pattern for December and January.
8. BFAR Distributes Fiberglass Boats to Cortes Fishermen’s Group Under Sustainable Livelihood Program
The *Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) – Region 7* turned over 15 new fiberglass boats to a registered fishermen’s association in Cortes. Per a BFAR press release, the initiative is part of a national program to replace wooden boats, promote sustainable fishing, and enhance the safety and capacity of municipal fisherfolk.
9. First Ubecón 2025 Festival Wraps Up, Showcasing Ube-Based Products from Across Visayas
The inaugural Ubecón 2025 festival, a three-day event sponsored by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), concluded in Tagbilaran. As featured on GMA Regional News, the festival highlighted over 50 micro-enterprises from the Visayas region specializing in ube (purple yam) products, from traditional jams to innovative pastries and wines.