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Over ₱56,000 Worth of Suspected Ecstasy Seized During Frisking Operation at Siargao Beach Club

CARAGA Correspondent — Mon, 25 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000

GENERAL LUNA, Surigao del Norte — More than ₱56,000 worth of suspected Ecstasy tablets and capsules were confiscated from a female suspect during a routine inspection at a popular beach club in Siargao Island early morning on May 23, 2026, police authorities reported. According to the Philippine National Police, personnel of the General Luna Municipal […]

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Drug Den Dismantled, 4 High-Value Drug Suspects Nabbed in Siargao Buy-Bust Operation

CARAGA Correspondent — Sun, 17 May 2026 02:00:00 +0000

A major anti-illegal drug operation in the Caraga Region led to the dismantling of a suspected drug den and the arrest of four alleged high-value drug personalities during a joint buy-bust operation conducted on May 15, 2026, in Barangay Jubang, Dapa, Surigao del Norte. Authorities identified the arrested suspects only through their aliases “Jestoni,” “Heña,” […]

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PRO-13 Assures Stability in Siargao Amid Rising Concerns Over Tourist Conduct

CARAGA Correspondent — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 03:00:00 +0000

Davao City / Surigao del Norte — April 23, 2026 The Police Regional Office 13 (PRO-13) has moved to reassure the public that the peace and order situation in Siargao Island remains stable and secure, even as concerns mount over the behavior of some foreign tourists following a widely circulated opinion piece highlighting tensions on […]

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Siargao Is Not for Sale: When Hospitality Becomes Surrender

Editorial Chief — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000

A Paradise Under StrainIn Siargao, the image of a tropical haven is increasingly colliding with a harsher reality. What was once a symbol of community-driven tourism is now facing rising tensions, with a series of troubling incidents involving foreign visitors—most notably groups of Israeli nationals—sparking concern among locals. The recent altercation that circulated online, involving […]

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From Siargao’s Shores to the Roof of the World: A Lunanian’s Historic Journey to Everest Base Camp

CARAGA Correspondent — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 03:00:00 +0000

In a story that blends grit, heritage, and the boundless spirit of island dreamers, a daughter of General Luna has etched her name into history—becoming the first Siargaonon to reach the iconic Everest Base Camp. Maria Villa D. Domagtoy-Capos, a proud Lunanian born and raised in Barangay 2, Poblacion, has accomplished what many only dare […]

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Two Foreign Tourists Swept by Strong Waves in Siargao, Rescued by Local Surfers

CARAGA Correspondent — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

SAN ISIDRO, Surigao del Norte — Two foreign tourists were swept away by strong waves while swimming at a surfing area in Barangay Pacifico, San Isidro, Siargao Island on Tuesday, but were swiftly rescued by alert and courageous local surfers, preventing what could have been a tragic incident. According to witnesses, the two foreigners were […]

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19-Year-Old Woman Drowns at Blue Lagoon in Siargao; Rescuer Hospitalized

CARAGA Correspondent — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000

SAN ISIDRO, Surigao del Norte — A 19-year-old woman died after drowning at the Blue Lagoon in Barangay Buhing Calipay, San Isidro, Siargao Islands, on the night of January 6, 2026, police confirmed. The victim was identified as Lesley Jean Galgo Ellazo, 19, a student and resident of Purok 3, Barangay Buhing Calipay. According to […]

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One Missing After Kayak Capsizes Off Siargao; Coast Guard Intensifies Search

CARAGA Correspondent — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte — December 31, 2025 A recreational trip turned tragic off the coast of Burgos town in Siargao after a kayak carrying three individuals capsized amid strong sea currents and heavy waves on December 30, 2025, leaving one young man still missing. The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) – Siargao Station reported […]

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Surigao del Norte Police Seize ₱54.4-M Illegal Drugs From Shoreline; 3 Foreign Nationals Nabbed in Hot Pursuit in Siargao

CARAGA Correspondent — Thu, 25 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000

GENERAL LUNA, SIARGAO ISLANDS — Police in Surigao del Norte successfully recovered more than ₱54 million worth of suspected illegal drugs and apprehended three foreign nationals in a hot pursuit operation on December 24, a day before Christmas, authorities confirmed. The Surigao del Norte Police Provincial Office (SDNPPO), working closely with the Philippine Drug Enforcement […]

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From “Illegal Mangrove Capital” to Global Model: Del Carmen, Siargao Earns Spot in 2025 Top 100 Green Destination Stories

CARAGA Correspondent — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Del Carmen, Siargao Island — Once burdened by the reputation of being the “Illegal Mangrove Capital,” the Municipality of Del Carmen in Siargao has rewritten its story, emerging as a global model for environmental conservation and sustainable tourism. The town’s inspiring transformation was honored on September 30, 2025, when it earned a coveted place in […]

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