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Chocolate Hills furor prompts Bohol bishop’s call to preserve national treasures

MANILA, Philippines — The public has been urged by the Catholic bishop of Bohol to preserve national treasures amid an outcry over the construction and operation of a resort in the middle of the picturesque Chocolate Hills’ protected area. The need to “recognize and cherish” Bohol’s natural wonders, specifically its Chocolate Hills and beaches was.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Pauline Amelinckx nanawagan para sa pagpanalipod, pagpreserbar sa Chocolate Hills

Ang Boholana beauty queen nga si Pauline Amelinckx nihatag sa iyang opinyon kabahin sa gisaway kaayo karon nga resort nga gitukod sud sa Chocolate Hills, gipahinumduman niya ang publiko sa gikinahanglan nga “pagbalanse sa paguswag sa pagpanalipod ug pagpreserbar sa atong natural nga landmarks.” “The Chocolate Hills are part of every Bol-anon. It’s part of.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Cebu Daily Newscast: Chocolate hills resort: Bohol governor tells DENR to take legal action ASAP

Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Here’s what you need to know on Thursday, March 14.  Chocolate hills resort: Bohol governor tells DENR to take legal action ASAP The provincial government of Bohol wants to find out how the controversial resort located within the famous Chocolate Hills.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Resort sa Chocolate Hills inireklamo ng netizens, DENR kinalampag

USAP-USAPAN ngayon ang viral resort sa Chocolate Hills na mabilis na nag-trending at nag-viral dahil sa galit ng madlang pipol. Isang netizen na nagngangalang “Ren The Adventurer” ang nag-upload ng promotional video ng naturang resort sa Facebook. “Resort Sa Gitna Nang Chocolate Hills [wow and heart emoji] “Feat. captain’s peak Sagbayan bohol [Philippine flag emoji],”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024

Continue serving with care, compassion, PBBM tells DSWD

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of serving the public with care and compassion during the Department of Social Welfare and Development's (DSWD) 73rd anniversary celebration. He commended the DSWD for its continuous efforts in providing aid to disaster victims and the disadvantaged sectors. President Marcos urged the DSWD to treat the poor and vulnerable with kindness and empathy, highlighting the agency's role in uplifting communities. He also noted the significant increase in the agency's budget, particularly for programs such as Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), senior pension, food catering operations, and the food stamps program. President Marcos emphasized that the DSWD's programs are designed to offer a hand up rather than a handout, aiming to empower individuals and families to improve their circumstances. He underscored the government's commitment to dignified giving and support for those in need, emphasizing the agency's role in providing assistance while promoting self-sufficiency......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Enrile: Serving 2 Marcoses were my happiest moments

For centenarian Juan Ponce Enrile, serving two Marcoses as president were the happiest moments of his life......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

Manager admits no environmental clearance for Chocolate Hills resort; to close temporarily

The manager of the viral resort situated in the heart of Bohol's Chocolate Hills admitted an Environmental Compliance Certificate was not obtained for the resort's construction, but claimed it did not damage the famous landmark......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

DOT seeks inclusion in protected areas board amid Chocolate Hills issue

Department of Tourism Sec. Christina Frasco —INQUIRER.net file photo / Ryan Leagogo After the recent controversy surrounding a resort development near Chocolate Hills in Sagbayan town, Bohol, the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced plans to advocate for its inclusion in the national government’s Protected Area Management Board (PAMB). Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco stated during a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

‘Policy on 20 percent use of Chocolate Hills illegal’

As the controversy over the Chocolate Hills continues to rage, an environmental watchdog has joined the fray, describing as unlawful the policy of the Department on Environment and Natural Resources-Protected Area Management Board that allows the use of 20 percent of the hills for development......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

DENR stops operation of Chocolate Hills resort

MANILA, Philippines —  The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued a cease and desist order (CDO) against the controversial Chocolate Hills resort operating in a protected area in Bohol province. DENR Undersecretary for Field Operations Juan Miguel Cuna said the CDO was issued on March 14, putting Captain’s Peak Garden and Resort under close monitoring.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Marrying a love for the Philippines with chocolate

This green-eyed, handsome man is a chocolatier. Christian Valdes magically conjures up chocolate creations, that casts a spell on our palates to want more. What’s interesting is that you can taste a bit of our history and our culture as well......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

FACT CHECK: Resort Chocolate Hills is not being demolished

On March 20, 2024, a video released by Balitang Pinoy TV claimed that the controversial resort built in the Chocolate Hills of Bohol has been demolished......»»

Category: newsSource:  davaotodayRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024

Some developers cut through Chocolate Hills – DENR

Some project developers cut through the Chocolate Hills in Bohol during the construction of their structures, Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga said, reiterating that this is prohibited under the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS) law......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

Abalos misusi sa 3 ka resort nga sulod sa Chocolate Hills

Abalos misusi sa 3 ka resort nga sulod sa Chocolate Hills.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Chocolate Hills resort sarado na, hirit ng Bohol gov: We want to find the truth

HABANG mainit pa ang kontrobersiya sa viral resort sa gitna ng Chocolate Hills, pinatawag ni Bohol Governor Aris Aumentado ang ilang opisyal ng Sagbayan, Bohol. Ito ay para mabigyang-linaw ang ginawang pagpapatayo at operasyon ng Captain’s Peak Garden and Resort sa nasabing lugar. Ayon sa gobernador, makikipagpulong siya kay Sagbayan Mayor Restituto Suarez III, sa.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 16th, 2024

DENR looking into other structures at Chocolate Hills

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) will look into other establishments operating at the Chocolate Hills in Bohol amid reports that there are other such structures within the protected area......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Love the idea, failed execution : RR Enriquez chimes in on Chocolate Hills resort issue

Host-model and self-titled "Sawsawera Queen" RR Enriquez shared her thoughts regarding the viral issue of a resort situated in the vicinity of Bohol's Chocolate Hills......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Bohol mayor told to explain existence of resort inside Chocolate Hills

Bohol mayor told to explain existence of resort inside Chocolate Hills.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Chocolate Hills resort halts operations

The Captain’s Peak Resort that lies within the world famous Chocolate Hills area temporarily shut down its operations yesterday, resort manager Julieta Sablas said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Chocolate hills resort: Bohol governor tells DENR to take legal action ASAP

CEBU CITY, Philippines—The provincial government of Bohol wants to find out how the controversial resort located within the famous Chocolate Hills was allowed to construct and operate despite an investigation that started way back in 2018. Bohol Governor Erico Aris Aumentado on Thursday, March 14, 2024, urged the Department of Environmental and Natural Resources (DENR).....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024