Augustinian friars support calls for return of missing Boljoon pulpit panels

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 02/27/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Augustinian friars in Cebu have penned a statement that supports the call of the Archdiocese of Cebu for the return of the missing pulpit panels of the Archdiocesan Shrine of Patrocinio de…

Calls to return Boljoon panels reach House

Morexette Marie B. Erram 02/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – More local officials have joined calls to have the once-lost pulpit panels of Boljoon’s iconic church returned to its home. The latest was Rep. Edsel Galeos of Cebu’s 2nd District. Galeos on Monday,…

Cebu archdiocese urges Boljoon pulpit panels returned, asserts ownership

Morexette Marie B. Erram 02/20/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Roman Catholic church has spoken up about the resurfacing of the once-lost pulpit panels of the Archdiocesan Shrine of Patrocinio de Maria Santissima in Boljoon, Cebu. Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma on Feb.…

Donated Boljoon pulpit panels acquired legally -Nat’l Museum

Morexette Marie B. Erram 02/20/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – How the previously missing pulpit panels from the historical Archdiocesan Shrine of Patrocinio de Maria Santisima in Boljoon, Cebu ended up in the hands of private citizens remains a mystery. But the national…

Gov. Garcia wants Boljoon pulpit panels returned

Carl Lorenciana 02/16/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines  – Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia has called for the return of 19th-century Boljoon pulpit panels to their original home at the Patrocinio de Maria Santisima Parish Church stressing the importance of preserving Cebuano heritage.…

Boljoon fisherman dragged into deeper water by Pugapo drowns

Paul Lauro 02/15/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A fisherman, who went spearfishing drowned after he was dragged by a grouper locally known as Pugapo deeper into the sea. This was after he hit the fish and got entangled with the…

Cebu road accidents: 1 dead as 3 cars fall off ravines

Paul Lauro 12/19/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Three road accidents, involving cars falling off ravines after overshooting the side of the road in separate mountain barangays in three days, leave 1 dead in Cebu. At past midnight on December 16,…

Boljoon: Preserving the Legacy of a Rich Heritage

Vhenna Marie Mantilla 05/28/2023

BOLJOON, Cebu— Steeped in rich history and imbued with profound religious significance, Boljoon town in southeastern Cebu is a captivating destination that transports visitors back in time. This fourth-class fishing municipality where the shoreline clasp hands with…

Boljoon’s hidden gem: Dayhag Falls

Vhenna Marie Mantilla 05/20/2023

BOLJOON CEBU, Philippines— As the sun-soaked days of summer arrive, Cebu emerges as the ultimate destination to indulge in the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Nestled on the southeastern coast of Cebu, the picturesque town of…

Boljoon has another centenarian

Morexette Marie B. Erram 04/26/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The town of Boljoon in southeastern Cebu has another centenarian. Last April 25, local and national government officials turned over cash incentives totaling P200,000 to Dorotea Roma from Brgy. Lunop. Roma celebrated her…

52-year-old Boljoon, Cebu native finishes Boston Marathon in less than 4 hrs

Glendale G. Rosal 04/18/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines—- Cebuano long-distance runner Segundino Cardines showed his old winning form by finishing one of the world’s most prestigious and gruelling footraces, the Boston Marathon on April 17, 2023. The 52-year old Cardines who is…

𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗬 𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗦: A fruit of collaborative effort

PR 02/15/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cebu, through its social action arm, Cebu Caritas Inc., turned over 100 Core Progressive Shelters in Sitio Kalumboyan, Barangay Granada, Boljoon, Cebu to selected beneficiaries on February 14,…

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